another new moon in aries!

WHY IS THE NEW MOON (IN ARIES) SO IMPORTANT?

let's talk about it.

the aries new flower moon (named since it's the start of the may full moon cycle) is great for taking action -- trying something new and innovative, and going at it with confidence. it's time to be assertive, take charge of our lives, start a brand new project, and discover our own personal courage. with this potent aries energy, we have the chance to make important changes in our lives. aries is the first sign of the zodiac, and thus a new moon in aries is especially ripe with opportunity for new beginnings.

any manifestations or goals we initiate will be infused with bold, fresh start energy, but this new moon has a unique signature to it -- a solar eclipse. action will be required of us -- or in some cases forced upon us -- and it will likely have to do with moving swiftly from one beginning to another in a way we didn't anticipate.

its effects can be felt for up to six months after the actual date of the eclipse. in aries, this eclipse puts matters related to personal plans, courage, independence, and self-assertion in strong focus. this eclipse may help us take steps toward self-mastery and empowerment by tackling things that undermine us. circumstances encourage us to see where we haven't been true to our authentic selves. ultimately, we are now in a position to understand that changes and/or endings are necessary for our own growth.

with this eclipse, we might experience a strong urge to act on impulse. however, it will be important to avoid jumping to conclusions and asserting ourselves without considering others' feelings and reactions.

WHAT CAN I DO DURING THIS NEW MOON IN ARIES?
- cleanse (yourself): take a shower or a bath to wash away or cleanse yourself of any negative, stagnant energies.
- manifest: clarify your intentions, write them down, and safely burn them if you can.
- express and be yourself: this is aries. self-expression and authenticity are everything. whether it be with how you physically present yourself, through music or art, you cannot access your inner magic and power if you aren't stepping into and accepting your true self.
- make moon water: feel free to write down any intentions you have for the coming moon cycle and set your water vessel on it. let the moon charge your water for a few hours or overnight.

WHAT CRYSTALS CAN I BENEFIT FROM DURING A NEW MOON IN ARIES?
we're manifesting bold new beginnings; red, orange, and yellow crystals will be beneficial to harness the potent fiery energy of aries. as always, blue apatite is a must-have manifestation powerhouse. and we can't forget selenite/satin spar and clear quartz to cleanse, charge, and amplify all of your intentions.