The full moon of April beckons us to appreciate the joys of being human and to relish the arrival of spring. It is worthwhile to delve into the spiritual significance of the April Awakening Moon. Before the adoption of the current 12-month calendar, civilizations worldwide used moon cycles, known as lunations, to keep track of the seasons. Each moon cycle had a unique name, frequently based on natural phenomena at that time. The full moon in April has several names, such as the Egg Moon of European origin, likely related to the laying season in early spring. Eggs symbolize the hope and fertility of springtime. In preparation for the abundance of summer and fall harvest, April's full moon is also called the Seed Moon by the English Medieval and Wiccan communities. The Pink Moon is its designation in the Old Farmer's Almanac, a period when pink moss phlox thrives in certain areas, covering the ground with a bright pink rug. The word "April" originates from the Latin word period, meaning "awakening." In the Northern Hemisphere, April is undoubtedly a time of awakening. Sunlight is more prevalent, the weather is warming up, and plants and flowers are emerging from the ground to announce their presence in the early spring season. April is the first complete month of spring, and it generates a sense of anticipation and rejuvenation. According to the Dakota, the Moon When the Streams Are Again Navigable is the name for this month. The ice thaws and the water begins to flow again. It can feel the same way in our bodies and spirits when the world finally warms up enough. After the long, dark, cold winter season, our blood begins to circulate again, our hope and creativity come alive in our bodies, and our inner streams are navigable once more.
The Empress Tarot card and April's Awakening Moon are closely linked. The Empress is an exquisite lady seated on a comfortable throne in a lush garden, garbed in a robe adorned with pomegranates, a fruit associated with sexuality, fertility, and Venus, the goddess and planet of love. A heart is resting near her feet, and she is sometimes depicted as a pregnant woman, symbolizing the possibility of new life. April has a remarkably fertile energy, making it an excellent time to engage with the energies of fertility if you are trying to conceive. This includes paying attention to your body, indulging in delicious seasonal foods, and nurturing the spark of new life within you. Fertility is not only about conceiving babies but is also an energy present in everyone, involving sexuality, connection, and creativity. It can be about experiencing pleasure, spending time with loved ones, and bringing your dreams and ideas to life in the form of art or other projects.
As spring arrives, we step into the brighter half of the year, moving away from the introspective fall and winter seasons. Our focus shifts outward, towards the natural world, people, and our physical bodies. Spring encourages us to embrace and engage with the gifts of the earth and our physical experiences.
During the Awakening Moon of April, explore ways to celebrate your body, your connections with others, and the earth. Eat locally-sourced and seasonal fruits and vegetables. Make pleasure a part of your routine: engage in activities that ignite joy and pleasure within your body. Connect with your sexuality or sensuality in ways that resonate with you. Additionally, take a moment to appreciate the world awakening by spending time outside.
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