Reflection: The Shadow and the Light of the Vernal Turning

As the wheel turns toward the depth of spring, today finds us at a crossroads. April 7, 2023, lands on Good Friday—a day often marked by solemnity, stillness, and the weight of transition.

For many of us, this is a time to lean into the Practitioner’s Path. While others may focus on the conventional narratives of the day, as witches, we recognize the inherent power in this moment of suspension. It is the breath between the ending and the beginning, the moment when the seed sits in the cool, dark earth, gathering its strength before the push toward the light.

Embracing the Stillness

There is a profound, grounding energy available to us during times of collective reflection. Even if you do not observe the traditional holiday, the energy of the collective is palpable. Use this Friday to:

• Practice Radical Intuition: Sit with the silence. In a world that is constantly asking for our output, giving yourself permission to go inward is a powerful act of reclamation.
• Clear Your Space: The air today feels thick with potential. Use a smoke cleanse—perhaps a bit of cedar or dried rosemary—to clear away stagnant energy from your home and your mind.
• Set Your Intentions: Just as the earth prepares for the full bloom of spring, use this quietude to define what you want to cultivate in the coming month. What are you planting in your personal garden?

A Moment for the Collective

As we navigate this day, remember that we are all interconnected. Whether you are observing with candle magic, tarot, or simply by taking a long walk through the budding forest, you are contributing to the energetic tapestry of our community.

Let the weight of the day remind you that shadow and light are not opposites; they are partners in the cycle of growth. Honor the darkness of the soil, for it is the very thing that makes the bloom possible.

Blessed be on this quiet, turning day.

With magic and intention,

Moonzie