The wheel of the year turns once more, and the light returns.

In this episode, we welcome the Spring Equinox — Ostara, the moment in the year when day and night stand in perfect balance before the light begins its steady triumph over the dark. After the long quiet of winter, the earth begins to stir again. Seeds awaken beneath the soil, animals return, and the promise of new life fills the air.

Together, we explore the history and folklore of Ostara, from the mysterious Germanic goddess Eostre to ancient equinox celebrations honoring deities like Isis, Osiris, Cybele, and Kukulkan. We’ll wander through springtime folklore of hares, egg magic, and mischievous Irish fey, and uncover how our ancestors honored the delicate moment when the world begins to bloom again.

We’ll also talk about the magic of the equinox itself — a powerful time for balance, renewal, manifestation, and planting the seeds of new beginnings.

In the Living the Spell portion of the episode, I’ll guide you through:

• A ritual for restoring balance to your life
• A witch’s “new year” manifestation practice
• Three journal prompts to help you reflect on what is ready to bloom in your life this spring

So brew a cup of tea, open the windows if the weather allows, and join me as we welcome the warmth, wonder, and possibility of spring.

The light is returning — and so are we.

Find me @witchbeneaththewillow or on Kofi

Journal Prompts:

• What part of myself is ready to awaken after the quiet of winter?

• What seeds — dreams, ideas, or goals — do I feel called to plant this spring?

• Where in my life do I need to restore balance between effort and rest, light and shadow?