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THE WHEEL OF THE YEAR
The Wheel of the Year tracks our sun’s journey, marking eight sacred turns of the earth. Each festival is a portal, with unique energies to help you manifest, heal, and grow. From those first stirrings of Imbolc to the deep reflections of Samhain, we can celebrate the wheel making each magical turn. The most ancient traditions can still connect to our 21st Century lives...
OSTARA
As the Wheel of the Year turns toward Ostara, we stand at the threshold of an awakening. Also known as the Spring or Vernal Equinox, this is the moment where day and night sit in balance before the light finally triumphs over the dark
The Goddess
At this point on the Wheel, we honour the Goddess Eostre, the Anglo-Saxon deity of the dawn and the growing spring. She resonates through time and lends a name to the Christian festival of Easter. We can trace the Goddess lineage even further back to the ancient Great Mothers. From Ishtar of Babylon to Astarte of Phoenicia. This reminds us the celebration of fertility and new life is a thread that runs through the very heart of human history
The Return of Life
As we cross this beautiful bridge, we can joyfully embrace the return of life to the Earth. After the long stillness of the winter months, the first green shoots and the return of the birdsong act as a cosmic reset button. Every spoke on the Wheel of the Year offers a profound connection to the eternal life cycle and our own soul’s progression. For me, Ostara is the turning point that lifts the spirits the most. It's the moment our Winter dreams finally find the warmth they need to become Spring realities
It uplifts the spirit to witness the bursting forth of new life. We can go outside and fully embrace the shift. The sudden glow of daffodils, the dawn chorus of the birds arriving earlier each day, and the delicate blossom appearing on the trees. Ostara is a profound reminder that rebirth is inevitable; even after the darkest of times, the light will return
Signs and Symbols
The traditional symbols of the Goddess and her fertility are visible everywhere, not just in nature, but in our wider culture. Eggs, new born chicks, March hares, and rabbits are the most vibrant examples of this life-force. Even if the Old Religion feels arcane to some, its roots are still deeply planted in our modern world.
You only need to look as far as the Easter sections in local shops or the displays on shopping websites to see the abundance of Ostara. From the chocolate eggs to the bunny motifs, we're surrounded by the Goddess Eostre’s legacy. Whether we call it a holiday or a holy day, the soul of the Equinox remains the same. It's a celebration of the enduring power of life.
Your Magical March To-Do List
- Threshold Cleanse: Open windows for 10 minutes a day to let Winter air out and bring the Spring air in
- The Seeds of Intent: Plant physical seeds in your garden/ pots to represent the goals you want to grow
- A Sunrise Toast: Greet the sun on the morning of the 21st and welcome back the light
- A Splash of Yellow: Wear some yellow clothing or place daffodils on your table
- Rebirth Vibes: Bring the energy of Ostara into your home. Placing a single bowl of fresh spring water or a few budding branches in your home or workspace serves as a daily reminder that you, too, are part of the process of rebirth.
