Ostara Meditation
Ostara, the spring equinox holiday, is a time of potential and fertility, as the earth emerges from the dark of winter and new life flourishes in the warmer light.
This season is particularly suited for meditation because it embodies themes of harmony and transformation, making it an ideal time for self-reflection and personal growth. The energy of the equinox (equal light and dark) invites introspection, offering a chance to assess what aspects of life need nurturing and what you can prepare to release. Meditation during Ostara can help focus us on the natural rhythm of newness and vitality, encouraging us to set intentions for what we desire. By aligning with the spring equinox's equal light and dark, we can find a sense of inner harmony.
The energy of spring enhances mindfulness practices, as the sights and sounds of the season provide a sensory connection to the present moment. Whether meditating outdoors surrounded by birds and trees or indoors with the warmth of sunlight, Ostara lets us embrace the fresh energy. This connection to nature's cycles fosters a sense of grounding and gratitude.
If you enjoy this Ostara meditation, there are three more in The Ostara Companion.
Ostara Rebirth Guided Meditation
Welcome to this Ostara Meditation on rebirth. Let's shed the past and step into springtime, guided by the gentle energy of spring. Ostara, the spring equinox, honors the earth's renewal as life reawakens from winter's quiet hold and we move from dark to light.
Today, we carry that same spirit, embracing the balance of light and dark and the power of fertility and growth. As we journey together, let go of any heaviness. Open your soul to a season of birth. This is your time to release, renew, and plant seeds for the life you wish to grow.
Begin by finding a comfortable position, either seated or lying down. Close your eyes and allow your body to relax. Gently bring your focus to your breath, feeling the natural rhythm of each inhale and exhale.
As you breathe in, feel the freshness of spring surrounding you. It is Ostara, the celebration of the spring equinox. The earth begins its cycle of rebirth, coaxed awake by the warmth and light of the sun and the call of new life. Ostara reminds us of balance, of day and night in equal measure, and of nature's power to renew itself.
Take a deep, steady breath, filling yourself with the energy of this season. As you exhale, imagine releasing any stagnant energy, any part of the past you no longer need.
With each breath, invite a gentle release, letting go of old, dark patterns, thoughts, habits, and beliefs. Like leaves from autumn trees, or like winter's dark frosts, they served their purpose, but now they make room for what's to come.
Imagine yourself in a beautiful garden on the verge of spring. Beneath the earth, dormant seeds are awakening, just as you are beginning to awaken to new possibilities within. Allow yourself to connect with the energy of these seeds, each one holding the potential for growth, for beauty, for vibrant life. As the earth nourishes these seeds, so too are you supported in this season of transformation.
Visualize yourself planting seeds in the soil, each one representing a hope, a dream, or a part of yourself you wish to nurture. Breathe deeply and know that these intentions are being planted in rich soil, filled with all the nourishment and light they need to flourish.
In the spirit of Ostara, we honor this cycle of rebirth. Nature teaches us that growth is a process, and that rebirth happens as we gently let go of what no longer serves us.
Imagine your intentions taking root like trees, feeling yourself supported by the earth beneath you and the light of the sun above. See yourself thriving, embracing this time of renewal with an open heart.
Now repeat the following words of affirmation:
I release what no longer serves me and welcome new growth.
I am open to transformation and embrace fresh beginnings.
I let go of past limitations and step forward with confidence.
I trust the rhythm of life and align myself with its movement.
I am reborn with each breath, renewed and filled with possibility.
I nurture and protect the seeds of my dreams.
I embrace change as a path to my highest form.
I honor the wisdom gained from past experiences and release them with gratitude.
I am grounded in the present, light and dark, and open to the future.
I move forward with courage, welcoming the energy of who I am becoming.
Let these words become true for you as you continue to breathe and unwind.
When you feel ready, bring your awareness back to the room, knowing that this process of rebirth will continue to unfold. Carry this feeling of newness with you as you move forward, a reminder of your connection to nature's endless cycles of growth and transformation.
When you're ready, open your eyes, feeling refreshed, balanced, and fully aligned with the new beginnings that the spring equinox brings.
About Ostara
Want more details after your Ostara meditation?
About Ostara: The spring equinox, known for a dawn goddess, fertility, and painting eggs!
The goddess Eostre: The spring goddess who teaches us to focus on equal light and dark (in the sky and in our own lives) and embrace change after winter
How to Celebrate Ostara: Plant flowers, paint eggs, and prepare to dance at the spring equinox
Ostara Associations: Eggs, flowers, and other symbols of the spring equinox celebration
Ostara Journal Prompts: Prompts that focus on the energy of fertility, light and dark, and more
The Ostara Companion: Spells, coloring pages, and more
