The Ebb & Flow of Spring 2025 | An Anticipatory tide
As the Earth orbits the Sun and the Moon orbits the Earth, a rhythm emerges—an ebb and flow that raises and lowers our ocean’s tides. This powerful dance is also believed to influence our moods. During new and full moons, the Earth’s crust is lifted by a few centimeters, resulting in high tides known as spring tides—the highest tides.
The charts on this page provide a month-by-month visual of how summer’s lunar ebb and flow will impact us. Although both new and full moons cause higher tides (or intensified emotions), the emotional qualities experienced differ. Full moons lead to increased sociability, anxiety, insecurity, and imagination, with an emotional pull toward connection and deepening energy. New moons can evoke greater feelings of depression and pressure, urging us to step up and solidify our character. Full moons assist us in maturing and refining, while new moons encourage detachment and observation, helping us set new goals and plan.
While the emotional tides may not be as intense around the quarter moons, there are still pronounced moods. The first-quarter moon transitions us from a dreaming and rejuvenation phase into self-oriented action, igniting our initiative. The last-quarter moon signals when to slow down, encouraging us to share and consider others. It helps balance the self-focused actions of the first-quarter moon week with other-oriented cooperation and feedback.
*This page is meant as bio-rhythm inspiration. If you want to work with new moon intentions and full moon imagination, head to the Lunar Workbook.
SPRING’S TIDAL QUALITY
In spring, the focus is young and self-involved. We snap back to strong boundaries and new initiatives after the big-boundary dreaminess of winter—it’s like morning. Energy continues to build in spring, reflected in our days growing longer. The first-quart moon has a similar energy to spring. There is an emphasis on energy building and personal drive to get life going.
We may feel the first-quarter moons during this season as particularly aligned with the mood we seek. April, May, and June all have their first quarter moon weeks at the front of the month, starting between the 2nd and the 6th, depending on the month. There could be a sense of each month gaining early traction. Anticipation builds early in the month and then there could be frustration with the world’s demands getting in the way as the month continues.
In the Chinese energy system, wood is the element that rules spring. It wants growth and finds this through kindness. When we feel obstructed, anger and frustration arise. Notice if this is a theme—if kindness is felt when your agendas seem to progress smoothly, and anger when obstacles or demands are in your way. Pay attention to whether this aligns in an amplified way during the first-quarter moon weeks.
ebb & flow of MArch 2025
align with the tide of Our most liminal month—the bridge from Pisces dreaming to Aries awakening
Until the 6th, detach and dream. The Pisces solar energy is already spacious and inspired—catch some great artistic visions with deep surrender.
On the 6th, the 1st-quarter moon kicks us into a week of asserting our Piscean dreams, actively forgiving ourselves and others, and initiating art.
The Full Moon (eclipse) on the 14th asks us to stabilize and mature our dreams and consciousness. Be productive this week with your mystical heart.
Our last-quarter moon on the 22nd aligns with Aries and spring. It’s a sleepy entrance to the equinox, but we can use the mood to get feedback about our passions and impulses before rushing head-first into fresh initiatives.
We exit the month with a new moon on the 29th. Step up to pressures for a couple of days. This will help you detach and then replenish for spring’s initial first quarter moon week (up next).
ebb & flow of April 2025
align with the tides of Our most passionate month—the charge from Aries drive to Taurus animalism
Through the 4th, let your energy build and try to allow yourself space to rejuvenate. The Aries energy may feel impatient to get life moving, but with patience, it’s a beautiful time to let your impulses attach to greater inspiration.
The night of the 4th kicks us into the 1st-quarter moon week of Aries Season. This is the best time of the year to start new physical activities, engage in spring cleaning, and any other demolition needed. Make messes as you clear paths for new growth.
The Full Moon arrives on the evening of the 12th. Start a turn inward. Notice the stability and foundations needed to support new initiatives and impulses. Be productive around making fresh trajectories feel creative and organized as you feel more stable.
Our last-quarter moon arrives on the evening of the 20th. This is a great time to get feedback from others about new impulses. You may need to channel a lot of patience as more sharing and cooperation are called for this week (not what spring energy loves).
As the new moon arrives on the 27th, step up to pressures, especially around the material realm. This will help you start a detaching process to view where you’ve come from and where you’re going around molding life and generating value.
ebb & flow of May 2025
align with the tides of our most scent(ual) month—the fluttering From Taurus Embodiment to Gemini flowering
Until the 4th, allow yourself space to rejuvenate and give space for surrendering to what gives you pleasure. Taurus energy may feel eager to get its hands dirty, but it’s a beautiful time for your sense of beauty and worth to receive downloads and gain inspiration.
The 4th - 12th kicks us into the 1st-quarter moon week of Taurus Season. This is the best time of the year to start new material initiatives—find new revenue models, speak up for yourself, make purchases of adored possessions, and attend to beauty regimens.
The Full Moon arrives on the 12th, asking us to source something deeper and more soulful about our value/s—what are you feeling challenged to see from an opposing point of view? Nourish what you value and be gentle with the values of others. Mold foundations that allow you to be creative with beauty and pleasure.
Our last-quarter moon arrives on the 20th. This is a great time to socialize and bounce ideas around with others. At the same time, socializing may come with ego bumps as our ideas feel urgent. We could lack tact in listening to others or receiving feedback.
On the 26th, step up to communicative responsibilities. There may be follow-through asked of you around things that were lightheartedly agreed to. We can easily become fickle and flaky in responsibilities here, but stepping up to the plate will strengthen your mind and connections.
ebb & flow of June 2025
Align with the tides Our most sociable month—The meandering From Gemini curiosity to cancer imagination
Through the 2nd, be spacious with your ideas. Let your mind incubate and surrender to flow states. Some mental escapism or escapism with peers may feel appealing. Forgive and forget petty social issues and connect to brilliant downloads in mind and ideas.
As we wake on the 3rd, we are pulled into the 1st-quarter moon week of Gemini Season. This is the best time of the year to make new connections, initiate learning objectives, and discover more about your evolving identity. Stay curious, and lighthearted. Let the nectars of life move you like a butterfly from flower to flower.
On the night of the 11th, a full moon rises and illuminates the inner world of our minds and tensions. Self-care that focuses on mental health is a great way to nourish your inner world at this time. As the week goes on, feel greater support that allows you to be creative and lead with your ideas. Find new techniques to be productive and organized in your communications.
The last-quarter moon arrives on the 18th. Initially, you may feel mental tensions with others that need harmonizing. As this week progresses and we step into Cancer Season, notice where boundaries are needed regarding how much is given to others (or what could be done better around supporting others).
On the 25th, pressures could arise around caretaking, emotional struggles, the domestic sphere, or regarding women. Step up to responsibilities to solidify your strength and character in your ability to nourish life. Detach and gain a view of what you are currently caring for and what you’d like to feel more nourished in.
