Celebrating the Spring Equinox – Ostara

Happy Spring!

The Spring Equinox, also known as Ostara, is a magical time of year when day and night are in equal balance. For many of us, it’s a time to celebrate the blooming of new life with rituals and traditions that honor the natural world. If you’re looking for some ideas on how to celebrate the spring equinox this year, we’ve got you covered! Here are some creative ways to make your Ostara celebration special.

Honor Nature with an Altar or Wreath
Creating an altar or wreath is one of the simplest ways to celebrate Ostara. You can create an altar with items that symbolize spring such as flowers, plants, green candles, and incense. You can also hang a wreath made of leaves and twigs outside your home or office as a sign of renewal and growth. It’s a great way to bring nature indoors during this special time of year.

Give Thanks with a Ritual Bath
Taking a ritual bath is a great way to give thanks for all that has been given to us during this season of rebirth. Start by running yourself a warm bath with your favorite herbs or essential oils such as lavender or rosemary. As you bathe, think about all that you have accomplished over the past few months and express gratitude for everything that has been given to you in your life - both big and small. Be sure to close out your bath with an intention for what lies ahead in the coming months.

Connect With Your Ancestors
Ostara is also a great time to honor our ancestors who have gone before us. Spend some time meditating on those who have come before us and connect with them energetically by lighting candles or offering up prayers or blessings in their names. This is also a wonderful opportunity to learn about our family history - if possible, schedule an online chat session with distant relatives so you can ask questions about where you come from and listen carefully to all they have shared over the years. Doing so will help bring more clarity into your life moving forward!

Celebrating Ostara doesn’t need to be complicated – just find creative ways that work best for you! Whether it’s creating an altar, taking ritual baths, connecting with ancestors, spending time outdoors in nature or simply reflecting on what this season signifies – there are many simple but powerful rituals you can do alone or as part of a group gathering that will help make this special holiday even more meaningful! So go ahead – enjoy every moment of this magical season! 

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Happy Spring! Happy Ostara!