Ostara: a Spiritual Celebration of the Spring Equinox
Ostara is a special time of the year when we celebrate the start of spring and new beginnings. It's a time to appreciate the beauty of nature and the return of life after the cold winter months. But Ostara isn't just a fun holiday, it also has a deeper meaning that connects us to the spiritual and magickal aspects of this world.
On this special day we celebrate the changing of seasons and the beauty of nature. It's a time when the days get longer and we can start to feel the warmth of the sun again. This is a sign of new beginnings, growth, and prosperity after the dark winter months. In some cultures, people even dance around bonfires and make wreaths to show their appreciation for nature's gifts.
Spiritually, Ostara helps us balance opposing energies like light and dark or physical and spiritual. This brings balance back into our lives so we can see clearly into both worlds and find our life purpose. It's a time for magick rituals that can help us heal or achieve our goals. We can open ourselves up to new energies and renew our commitment to loving ourselves first.
Ostara is a day of renewal, hope, and light. It's associated with colors like white, green, yellow, and pink which symbolize growth and springtime. Whether we celebrate it as a sacred day or just take time to appreciate nature's beauty, we can remember that Ostara has the power to transform darkness into light.
Crystals for Ostara
Crystals can be powerful tools for connecting with the energy of this season and supporting our intentions. Here are some beneficial crystals to work with during Ostara:
Aquamarine: calming, helps release stress and anxiety, and connect with your intuition
Amethyst: brings clarity, energetic healing, and peace
Blue Apatite: promotes clarity and offers guidance and direction
Carnelian: a stone of vitality and creativity; helps you tap into your passion and motivation for new projects and ideas
Citrine: offers mental clarity and self confidence, attracts prosperity
Clear Quartz: a great all-purpose crystal and can help amplify your intentions and energies
Green Aventurine: inpires new ideas and brings good luck and prosperity
Jasper: grounding, helps you connect with the earth's energy and stay centered during times of change
Rose Quartz: the universal stone of peace and unconditional love. helps you open your heart to new beginnings and nurture self-love
Remember to choose crystals that resonate with you and your intentions. You can carry them with you, meditate with them, or place them on your altar to help set the energy for your Ostara celebrations. You can shop our crystals here.
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