may's new moon in taurus.

the new moon hits may 19th and it's going to be a good one.

we call it the strawberry moon because it is the start of the june full moon lunar cycle and june is the perfect time to pick strawberries -- summer is fast approaching!

the new moon in taurus is a powerful time for manifestation, grounding, and connecting with the earth. it's time to awaken our senses and manifest more stability in our lives; taurus is grounded and sensual, so during this new moon it will be beneficial to focus on security, practicality, safety, and comfort. this is a good cycle to re-evaluate our relationship to money and possessions and to discover what truly makes us happy and fulfilled -- our motivation, inspiration, and determination support our efforts to start fresh.

this will be a good time to commit to personal goals that express the positive energies of the sign of the bull. it's time to enjoy life's simple and physical pleasures -- savor good food and enjoy activities that bring us in touch with nature and our bodies. it's time to stop and smell the roses and to become more aware of what makes us feel comfortable and secure.

WHAT CAN I DO DURING THIS NEW MOON IN TAURUS?
- immerse yourself in nature: go for a walk -- in your neighborhood, at a local park, at a state park. go outside. feel the grass, feel the breeze, feel the sun. become one once again. become grounded.

-exercise or yoga: whether it's a structured workout, yoga, walking your dog -- what have you -- get active in a way you enjoy!

-treat yourself: take part in self-care, whatever that means to you. take a bath with essential oils, light a candle, have your favorite snack or dessert. do your skincare. journal. something that you find comfort in.

WHAT CRYSTALS SHOULD I USE DURING THIS NEW MOON IN TAURUS?
your grounding and manifestation crystals will be most beneficial during this new moon. a few in particular i would recommend: blue apatite, green aventurine, clear quartz, red jasper, and black tourmaline.