This year, stargazers and selenophiles are being treated to a rare, powerful lunar eclipse during May’s Flower Moon, turning it into a Blood Moon. Learn all about the May 2022 lunar eclipse, when to watch it, and how that energy can be used to amplify your full-moon rituals. What Is a Blood Moon? Simply put, […]
Beltane Fire Festival | May Day Origins, Rituals, & Recipes
Beltane, also known as May Day, is celebrated on May 1st, which is about halfway between the spring equinox (Ostara) and summer solstice (Litha) in the northern hemisphere. It represents fertility, the peak of spring, and the coming of summer. Although Beltane rituals and celebrations had mostly died out toward the mid-20th century, some of […]
Top 10 Best Plant Subscription Boxes for Gardeners & Houseplant Lovers
Hello, fellow plant lovers and green witches! Looking for a new monthly subscription to try? I scoured Cratejoy for the best plant subscription boxes, including houseplants, succulents, garden boxes, air plants, and more. To make the cut for this list, each box had to score an average of at least 4 stars and have a […]
What is a Pink Moon? The April Full Moon’s Spiritual Meaning
Every month has at least one full moon, and each full moon has a name. Early Native American tribes christened the moons to reflect the season, whether that was in the form of the weather, flora, fauna, or tribe’s activities such as hunting or harvesting. The Pink Moon is also sometimes referred to as the […]
The Spring Equinox | Ostara, the Second Sabbat in the Wheel of the Year
Ostara is celebrated at the spring equinox, which falls between March 19-21 in the northern hemisphere, depending on the year. It represents rebirth, new beginnings, and revitalization, and it’s also the first official day of spring.
What Is a Worm Moon? The March Full Moon’s Name & Meaning
The Worm Moon falls in March. It comes after the Snow Moon in the last grasp of winter and the Pink Moon in April when spring is in full bloom.
What is a Snow Moon? The February Full Moon’s Name & Meaning
The Snow Moon falls in February. It comes after the Wolf Moon that starts the year’s full moon cycle and the Worm Moon that arrives with spring.
What is Imbolc? The First Sabbat in the Wheel of the Year
Imbolc marks the halfway point between the winter solstice and spring equinox, and it represents the welcoming of spring’s return and the light half of the year.
What is a Wolf Moon? The January Full Moon’s Name & Meaning
The Wolf Moon falls in January and is welcomed as the first full moon of the new year. It comes after the Cold Moon, which falls near the winter solstice, and the Snow Moon, which occurs in the harshest period of the season.
Witch’s Guide to Candle Colors for Intentions, Spells, & Rituals
Why do witches use candles? Humans have a deep, primal connection to fire. Our ancestors relied on it to survive. Humankind has used flames to keep wild animals away, to provide light and heat, to clear land for agriculture, to cook, to send signals, and more. It’s no wonder that fire became an important aspect […]