Finding Solid Ground with the Taurus New Moon
Have you ever watched a butterfly emerge from its chrysalis? There's this fascinating moment right before breakthrough—a period of intense stillness followed by subtle movements. The shell thins, tiny cracks appear, and there's a palpable sense of anticipation. Something is about to happen, but it's not quite time yet. The butterfly must wait for exactly the right moment, when its wings have formed properly and the conditions are just right.
This liminal space—the threshold between what was and what will be—is exactly where so many of us find ourselves as we approach this Taurus New Moon on April 27th. And I don't think that's a coincidence.
As we welcome this New Moon, we're officially emerging from the intense Eclipse Season we've just moved through. Those eclipses activated powerful portals of transformation in our lives, and now we're stepping into new territory. While the shift may feel subtle at first, there's a sense that we're accessing energies that are different than before—a progression opening us to new possibilities.
The Friction of Emergence
I was on a call with a client last week who described feeling "stuck but squirmy." Despite having clarity about changes she wanted to make in her career, something kept her from taking action. "It's like I can see where I want to go," she said, "but my feet won't move. And yet inside, I'm buzzing with energy."
In our Kindred community discussions, I've noticed this theme repeating—this sense of being on the edge of something significant. As one beautiful soul in our circle perfectly captured it, "Oddly enough, it has felt in some ways like part of some sort of transition or the pushing out of a cocoon-like state and into something quite different and still undefined."
This friction we're experiencing comes in many forms. For some, it's cognitive dissonance as we notice cracks in our beliefs or thought patterns. Those aspects of ourselves that we've kept hidden in the deep, dark corners are being stirred up. Coping behaviors we thought we'd left behind might be resurfacing, or triggers we assumed we'd dealt with are reappearing.
The dissonance comes from straddling two states of being: we're no longer who we were, but not yet fully embodying who we're becoming. We're seeing where our internal structures—the way we think, our perspectives, beliefs, habits—have cracks or are shifting entirely. We're outgrowing boxes we built around ourselves, boxes that once felt like protection but now feel confining.
At a collective level, this dissonance manifests as we confront difficult truths about our world. Are we truly ready to face what's happening around us? The Pluto influence is bringing these underworld aspects to the surface—things we must confront before we can align more fully with our values and ideals.
This New Moon is giving us that gentle but firm push to be honest with ourselves. To do the inner work that plants seeds for genuine growth. To honor how far we've come while acknowledging where we've been avoiding difficult truths. And yes, this process often feels confrontational because we're being asked to face exactly what we've been refusing to see (this is that Pluto-Mars and Sun influence working together).
Finding Solid Ground
Enter Taurus—the steady, earthy bull arriving precisely when we need grounding the most.
What I love most about Taurus energy is how it brings us back to our bodies and to what's real. It reconnects us with the wisdom that lives in our physical selves, reminding us that even amid transformation, we can find stability in our embodied presence.
There's something beautiful about this New Moon happening with no major planets in retrograde. The energy can flow forward more easily, supporting us as we take new steps after the intense inner work of Eclipse Season.
Taurus invites us to focus on what will nourish and support us for the long term. Rather than quick fixes or temporary solutions, this energy asks: What roots do you want to lay down? What stability are you creating for your foreseeable future? How are you filling your cup in sustainable ways?
This very Taurean element encourages us to be fully present in this moment, truly embodying who we are and bringing our concepts, works, and ideals from the spiritual into the physical. It asks: How do we begin to actually be the people and collective we want to be? What are we willing to release so we can move into a more easeful and luxurious existence?
Part of this work involves recognizing the abundance we already possess—the luxury, power, and magic already present in our lives. It's about shifting focus from what's weighing us down to what truly nourishes us, from what we lack to what we have in abundance.
In that regard, this New Moon invites to put our focus on the ideals and what we envision while doing our best to steer clear of focusing our energy on what we don’t want. It's about being mindful of how we talk to ourselves, how we frame events, and how we speak about others—choosing language that reflects what we want to see, feel, and experience rather than what we don't.
After the energetically rocky start to 2025 we've experienced, this moment feels like a potential turning point—a chance to establish new patterns that better serve both our personal wellbeing and our collective healing. Like the butterfly that emerges when conditions are just right, we too carry this wisdom within us. The time has come to honor both what's been revealed from the depths and what new possibilities are unfolding before us.
Tarot Archetypes
The Seven of Pentacles corresponds to the decan associated with this New Moon. This card shows someone pausing to evaluate their garden—taking stock of what they've grown and considering what adjustments might serve the next phase of growth. Like our cocoon metaphor, it represents that crucial moment of assessment before breakthrough. It asks: What have I been cultivating? Is it still aligned with what I truly value? What needs more attention before I can fully emerge?
The Hierophant, Taurus's ruling card, represents tradition, wisdom, and structure. During this liminal time, The Hierophant reminds us that some foundations remain solid even during transformation. It invites us to consider which structures actually support our growth rather than confine it. Which practices connect us to our deeper wisdom? What traditions offer genuine nourishment?
The Empress, connected to Venus (Taurus's ruling planet), embodies sensuality, creativity, and abundance. She reminds us that our bodies are wise companions on this journey, not obstacles to overcome. The Empress asks us to fully inhabit our physical selves, engage our senses, and recognize the abundance already present in each moment. She represents the lush potential on the other side of our cocoon—the fullness of life waiting when we emerge.
Ritual: Sensory Grounding & Emergence Preparation
You'll Need
A small pot with soil (or access to earth outside)
Seeds or a small plant
Items that engage each of your senses (perhaps a favorite tea, essential oil, music, soft fabric, or food)
Paper and pen
The Practice
Create a comfortable space where you can fully drop into your senses. Light a candle, play soothing music, prepare a favorite beverage.
Take three deep breaths, feeling your connection to your physical body and to the earth beneath you. With each exhale, release the sensation of being suspended or in limbo.
One by one, engage each of your senses, using them as anchors to the present moment:
Touch the soil with your fingers, feeling its texture and stability
Smell a favorite scent that grounds you in your body
Taste something slowly and mindfully, noticing every nuance
Listen to sounds around you with full presence
Look at something beautiful with fresh eyes, as if seeing it for the first time
Hold your seeds or tend to your plant while speaking:
I plant the seeds of [your intention].
I ground in [your source of strength].
I patiently tend.
I trust my emergence.On your paper, write:
One pattern or belief you're ready to leave behind in your cocoon
One truth that feels solid and worth building upon
One seed you're planting during this lunar cycle
How you'll tend this seed through small, consistent actions
After writing these reflections, fold your paper and place it beneath your plant pot or in a special container nearby. This symbolically plants your insights alongside your physical seeds.
Place your plant where you'll see it daily as a reminder of your emerging self and the patient tending that transformation requires. Return to your paper at the Full Moon to reflect on your growth and emergence process.
Journal Prompts
Where in my life do I feel like I'm in a cocoon, ready to emerge but not quite there yet? What strength might I be building in this waiting space?
What brings me genuine pleasure and how can I make more space for these experiences in my daily life?
Where have I been operating from scarcity rather than recognizing the abundance already present?
What would "enough" feel like in my body? How would I know when I've reached it?
What small, consistent practice would help me feel more grounded during this transition time?
How can I bring more sensory awareness into my spiritual practice?
What am I ready to shed as I prepare to emerge into this next phase?
The Power of Small Devotions
One of the most beautiful aspects of Taurus energy is its reminder that consistency matters more than grand gestures. The steady bull teaches us that transformation rarely comes from dramatic, sweeping changes. Instead, it emerges from small, consistent acts of devotion to what we truly value.
During times of transition, these micro-practices become even more essential. They create the steady rhythm that carries us through uncertainty. They build the strength needed to push through our cocoons when the time is right.
Consider what small devotional act you might commit to during this lunar cycle:
A three-breath pause before checking your phone each morning
A moment with your hands in soil or touching a plant
A brief check-in with your body during transitions in your day
A sensory appreciation practice at mealtimes
These tiny practices, performed with presence and consistency, create powerful shifts over time—much like a butterfly's wings gain strength through small, persistent movements within the cocoon.
Personal & Collective Integration
What's beautiful about Taurus energy is how it shows us that personal and collective healing aren't separate paths—they're deeply intertwined. When we ground ourselves in a sense of sufficiency and belonging, we naturally bring that steadiness to our communities and collective spaces.
As within, so without. The inner security we cultivate becomes the foundation from which we can show up more fully for each other and our world. Our individual cocoons are part of a larger metamorphosis happening on many levels.
When we each do our work to find solid ground amid change, to clarify our authentic desires, and to practice consistent devotion to what matters, we contribute to a collective emergence into more sustainable ways of being together.
This is the gift of Taurus: teaching us that by rooting deeply into our own bodies and values, we create the stability needed to nurture not just ourselves but everything around us.
Setting Intentions with Your Rising Sign
To tap into and embody this energy on a more personal level, you can look to your natal chart for some astrological guidance. If you’re not sure about your rising sign, all you need is your birth date, time, and location. Then you can head to a site like AstroGraph.com or CafeAstrology.com (along with many others) to get your free natal chart.
Based on your rising sign, here's where Taurus energy is activating your chart and what you might focus on as you set your intentions for the upcoming lunar cycle.
Aries Rising: Taurus in 2nd House – Focus on stabilizing your relationship with resources and self-worth. What values provide solid ground during transition? What possessions truly support your emergence?
Taurus Rising: Taurus in 1st House – This is a powerful time to renew your relationship with your physical body and personal identity. How is your authentic self emerging? What aspects of your presence feel ready for expression?
Gemini Rising: Taurus in 12th House – Your cocoon is in the subconscious realm. Create space for dreams, rest, and spiritual connection. What hidden patterns are ready to be released before emergence?
Cancer Rising: Taurus in 11th House – Your transformation involves community and future vision. Which connections provide stable ground during change? What collective dreams are you cultivating?
Leo Rising: Taurus in 10th House – Your emergence relates to your public role and long-term aspirations. How can your work in the world better align with your authentic values? What legacy are you steadily building?
Virgo Rising: Taurus in 9th House – Your cocoon involves beliefs and expanding horizons. Which wisdom traditions ground you? What new understandings are you ready to incorporate?
Libra Rising: Taurus in 8th House – Your transformation centers on shared resources and intimate exchanges. What patterns around giving and receiving are shifting? What represents true abundance in your closest relationships?
Scorpio Rising: Taurus in 7th House – Your emergence affects your partnerships and cooperative ventures. Which relationships reflect your deepest values? What needs clearer expression in how you relate to others?
Sagittarius Rising: Taurus in 6th House – Your cocoon involves daily routines and wellbeing practices. How might you bring more sensory pleasure into everyday tasks? What small habits would support your emergence?
Capricorn Rising: Taurus in 5th House – Your transformation touches creativity and authentic joy. What forms of self-expression are emerging? How can you commit to nurturing your unique creative voice?
Aquarius Rising: Taurus in 4th House – Your cocoon is in your home and emotional foundations. How can your living space better support your emergence? What family patterns around security are shifting?
Pisces Rising: Taurus in 3rd House – Your transformation involves communication and learning. How can you express your values more clearly? What knowledge grounds you as you prepare to emerge?
I'd love to create sacred space with you to explore these themes more deeply during our Taurus New Moon Circle on Sunday, April 27th at 7:30 PM EST. Together, we'll ground, reflect, and set intentions that honor both where we are and where we're emerging toward.
Find Your Magic in Kindred Club
Having support, guidance, and community can make all the difference in how we harness these energies. This is exactly why Kindred Club exists—to nurture and inspire your spiritual practice whether you're a solitary practitioner or seeking deeper community connection.
In Kindred Club, you'll find:
🜃 Monthly New Moon gatherings where we explore these energies together
🜃 In-depth astrological forecasts that help you work intentionally with cosmic timing
🜃 Access to our complete library of rituals, guides, and practices
🜃 Community discussions where you can share your experiences and insights
🜃 On-demand workshops on tarot, herbalism, astrology, and various magical practices
🜃 A supportive space to explore your magic at your own pace
One of our members recently shared: "New Moon circles unexpectedly became a way to pause, actually connect with myself, feel my feelings, and re-orient. I didn't know how much I needed that, and they quickly became a must for me."
Whether you're looking to deepen your personal practice or connect with like-minded souls, Kindred Club offers a calm, intentional space—an oasis from the chaos of the world where you can reclaim your magic and reclaim your power.
Ready to join us? Visit Kindred Club today and become part of our spiritual community. Use code ARIES at checkout for a special eclipse-inspired discount on your first month.
The stars are aligning. Your community is waiting. Let's walk this magical path together.
