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[New Moon Taurus] Energy Update: arrives on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 11:22 p.m. EST.

Welcome to this month’s lunar update, it’s Reiki Ra-ess!

As we approach the New Moon in Taurus, positioned beautifully on May 7, 2024, at 11:22 p.m. EST, we enter a phase marked by foundational shifts and new beginnings. This New Moon follows the first two eclipses of 2024 and the shadows of Mercury Retrograde, offering a chance to reset with intention. Taurus, a fixed earth sign ruled by Venus, inspires us to find stability in the pleasures of life and to value relationships and beauty, enhancing our well-being and security.

Lunar Insights

This pragmatic New Moon in Taurus, invites us to plant seeds of intention that can bloom over the next two weeks, and also six months (November 2024 for reflection). It’s a time to meditate on future achievements and engage with life through all five senses. The Taurus energy encourages us to take our time and focus on what matters most. Harness this energy by setting clear, practical goals and taking steps, however small, toward realizing them. This period of grounded optimism is perfect for focusing on relationship or artistic aspirations (thanks to Venus), while the alignment with Uranus and Saturn supports revolutionary visions and concrete plans, particularly related to technology, self-worth, and communication.

Plants and Crystals for New Moon in Taurus

• Plant Spotlight:
  • Snake Plant: Known for its resilience and minimal care requirements, the snake plant symbolizes the steady, reliable energy of Taurus. Incorporate it into your home to enhance environmental stability and protection.
  • Honeysuckle: This plant is linked with abundance and protection, perfect for setting intentions of growth and security under the New Moon.
• Crystal Focus:
  • Green Aventurine: Renowned for promoting growth and spiritual rejuvenation, work with green aventurine to align your spirit with the renewing energy of the moon.
  • Rose Quartz: Embrace love and harmony with rose quartz, a stone that resonates with Venus’s influence during this phase.

Reiki and Energy Healing

This New Moon, incorporate Reiki practices to harmonize with Taurus energy. Use symbols like Cho Ku Rei to enhance focus and grounding or meditate with the Sei He Ki symbol to harmonize emotions. Engage in mantra chanting or mindfulness meditation to connect deeply with your intentions and the serene energy of the moon.

Craft Corner

Inspired by the New Moon, I’m currently working on a series of print-on-demand designs that reflect the themes of stability and growth.

Here’s a simple project: Create personalized moon phase trackers. Use cardstock, markers, and some creative flair to design a visual moon phase reminder that can help you stay connected to your lunar intentions.

Affirmations and Journal Prompts

• Affirmations:
  • “I am grounded and growing in my space.”
  • “Each small step I take builds a path to my dreams.”
  • “I am fully present in all my relationships.”
  • “I embrace change and trust the process of life.”
• Journal Prompts:
  • Reflect on what stability means to you and how you can cultivate more of it.
  • What personal values guide your growth and how can you honor them this moon cycle?
  • Describe a step you can take this week towards a significant goal.
  • How can you use your senses to connect more deeply with the world around you?

As we wrap up this update, I encourage you to reflect on how the New Moon in Taurus can serve as a catalyst in your life. Embrace the energy of renewal and share your experiences or crafts inspired by this moon phase. Let’s grow and transform together.

I’d love to hear from you!

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Happy New Moon, everyone! 🌚✨

Sending Positive Energy!

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