New Moon in Taurus - Coming Back to our Roots - 8 May, 2024

Happy New Moon in Taurus Everybody,

To say that 2024 has been a complete whirlwind so far, would be an understatement!

Here’s a quick recap:   

January: Pluto made a momentous entrance into Aquarius, catapulting us into transformative, uncharted territories.  

February: We spent the month trying to integrate this new energy into our beings and daily lives. 

March: A Lunar Eclipse in Libra urged us to confront unconscious behavioural patterns in our relationships. 

April: A rare and potent Total Solar Eclipse, aligned with Chiron, initiated a profound cycle of healing particularly around issues of survival and autonomy.  Two weeks later the dynamic Uranus/Jupiter conjunction ushered in a new 14-year cycle of awakening and revolutionary change.

This ongoing cosmic turbulence has been pivotal in shifting our paths and freeing us from the past. However, If you’ve been feeling a tad discombobulated in the process, rest assured, you’re not alone. 

Today’s New Moon in Taurus could not have come at a better time. Its calming and grounding energy acts as an anchor helping us to reconnect with ourselves as we come back down to earth.

NEW MOON IN TAURUS – 18 degrees

Wednesday, 8th May, 2024 - 4.22 am (BST),

Tuesday, 7th May – 11.22 pm (EST), 8.22 pm (PST)

Embracing the Serenity of Taurus: Finding Stillness in the Present Moment

Taurus, a beautiful, sensual earth sign, symbolises our physical body, inner resources and planet Earth.

Its stabilising and peaceful energy encourages us to value stillness and the power that comes from being in the present moment. 

This New Moon reminds us of the restorative power of nature. When we immerse ourselves in the natural world, we realign with the Earth’s natural rhythm. If we can’t physically get out of the house we can surround ourselves with plants and freshly cut flowers.  According to studies even listening to the sounds of nature can lower cortisol levels and soothe the nervous system.

Nurturing our Desires

Taurus, ruled by Venus (love, desire, money, values), highlights what we want to invest in emotionally and financially.  While much may have shifted in recent months many of us are still in a state of flux. This new lunar cycle advises a slower, more deliberate pace, creating time for rest and introspection. It’s a moment to evaluate what truly matters and what needs to be let go.

Uranus and Jupiter Creating Tangible Change

The New Moon’s proximity to Uranus and Jupiter activates a significant portal for change, a process initiated during their recent conjunction.

The essence of Jupiter is to explore and expand, while Uranus liberates and innovates.  With the support of Taurus, we can make practical and tangible breakthroughs.  

Harnessing Saturn’s Productive Energy

Taurus is all about building something of lasting value that can stand the test of time.

A supportive sextile aspect between Saturn and this New Moon will give us the focus and determination to do just that.

Now is the time to build and nurture all things Taurus – our body, our business and our bank account!

Nurturing Prosperity: Planting Seeds of Abundance

With its deeply rooted, earthy energy, Taurus provides an optimal environment for intention-setting. The Sun and Moon sandwiched between the benevolent planets of Venus and Jupiter, create fertile ground for sowing seeds of abundance.  The alignment with Uranus, the planet of higher consciousness, enhances our ability to manifest our desires by strengthening our connection between heaven and earth.

Cultivating Growth and Steadfastness

As we set our intentions during this auspicious time, both Saturn and Taurus remind us that concrete results require conscious action and hard work.  Saturn’s focus on long-term rewards is a reminder that perseverance and patience can lead to enduring success.

Celebrating Being Human

The Taurus New Moon is urging us to reconnect to the energy of the Earth and stay present.  This is a time to honour our humanness - to recognise that we are conscious, creative, embodied beings living on an incredible planet.

If we can find a way of surrendering to the moment, without getting caught up in the chaos and anxiety surrounding us, we can become catalysts for the profound transformation that is unfolding – the emergence of a new world.