Embracing Ostara: Spring Equinox Activities for Renewal and Growth

Ostara is the third Sabbat of the Wiccan Wheel of the Year. Ostara announces that winter is gone and spring is here in full force. Many Witches use the magick of Ostara for spells for fertility, renewal, and new beginnings; it is the ideal time to start new adventures in life or try to fix something you do not like about yourself. But, there is more to Ostara than using it for its magickal purposes. If you are not sure how else Ostara can help you other than with its magick, look no further. We will offer some alternative activities that can be done during Ostara that will welcome the spring equinox and grant you the blessings that the Sabbat brings to Witches world round.

Get Fresh Flowers for Your Home

One of the easiest activities to welcome Ostara is bringing freshly bloomed flowers into your home. Since Ostara announces that spring has arrived, it’s a fun and colorful way to show the magick of Ostara that it is welcome in your home. As flowers represent growth, they can also bring the energy of new beginnings to you and make it easier for you to complete the change you’ve wanted to make.

Practice Self-Care

A major activity Witches can do to honor the presence of Ostara is to practice self-care. We’re on this planet for a short time, so we need to take care of ourselves to live long, happy lives. Self-care can include improving your diet, doing regular exercise, being more active with friends, or even something as simple as reading more books. Ostara is the time to take care of yourself in the ways you know will benefit you most.

Plant Seedlings

Ostara triggers growth and fertility now that winter is gone and the earth is ready to produce new plant life. You can take advantage of the fertile earth by planting new seeds. The seeds you plant will be fused with the power of Ostara and bloom bigger and stronger than other seedlings. As these seedlings would have absorbed Ostara’s magick when planted, you can be sure that if you use the blooms in future spells, they will have a stronger energy source and lead to successful spells.

Start a New Hobby

If you have been thinking of starting a new hobby to develop new skills or try something you have been curious about, Ostara is the time to do so. Ostara is all about new beginnings, so by taking the plunge and starting a new hobby, you are honoring the power of new beginnings. If you do not like this hobby, you can try a different one. Experimenting with what you are interested in and investing time in what you do like shows growth and responsibility.

Declutter Your Home

Clutter makes it hard for anyone to have the motivation to start the year with energy. So, by taking the time to sort through any clutter, throw out unwanted things, donate what you do not use anymore, and do a deep clean, you can get rid of contrasting energies and motivate yourself to do something new and be out and active rather than stay home in the same, dull routine.

Go Bird Watching

Birds are starting to come back from their migration as they seek warmth to build nests, find mates, and raise young. When you begin to notice more migrating birds flying overhead, find a comfy patch of grass and enjoy watching the birds fly on.

Let Fresh Air into Your Home

Allowing fresh air into your home will cleanse your body and soul. While it may not sound like much, opening the windows in your home to let the breeze pass through should not only cool you down but cast away any lingering energies and provide calmness. Laying down in a room with the largest open window can help you relax and focus on things that you want to achieve during Ostara.

Bake Sweet Bread

Baking is a delicious and fun way to honor the harvest granted by Ostara. Baked goods combine multiple elements that originate from plant life, so the combination of them shows that the harvest of Ostara is something we need and thrive on. Adding sweetness to the bread adds a fun twist and makes it an appealing way to enjoy the fruits of your labor.

Wake With the Sun

The sun is the energy source that provides life to the planet. The sun has had shorter days during the winter, so now that spring is back, it should be out longer during the day. You can harness the energy of the sun by waking while it rises. Watching the sunrise should give you a sense of awe for the world we live in and its wonders and fill you with the warmth and welcoming energy the sun gives not just plant life but human life as well.

Ostara brings the magick of rebirth and renewal that almost every Witch wants to utilize to boost themselves. You do not need to perform magick spells to feel Ostara’s magickal presence, though it is fun. By doing as many of the activities we have listed as you can, you can benefit from the rebirth powers Ostara can offer. These activities are examples of what you can do during Ostara, but you can change and adapt them to fit what you want. You can even use the activities as inspiration to create your own fun things to do that honor Ostara that build a stronger magickal connection as they are what you thought of doing. Whichever way you decide to celebrate, so long as you show respect to Ostara and the magick it offers, you will be blessed with the magick Ostara can bring to every Witch.