A Quiet Place to Begin | Honoring the Gemini New Moon

On May 26th, the New Moon in Gemini arrives like a whisper in the dark—inviting us to breathe, to begin again, and to explore the fresh pages waiting to be written.

Ruled by Mercury, Gemini is the sign of curiosity, communication, and change. Its energy is light, fluid, and open to possibility. And under this new moon, we’re called into that same space—to loosen our grip on old narratives, to soften around the edges of expectation, and to reconnect with the part of ourselves that’s always learning, always growing.

Gemini also reminds us of duality—the light and the dark, the known and the unknown, the pause before the leap. It teaches us to stay open. To allow space for contradiction. And to find meaning not just in clarity, but in the wondering. This is not a moon of certainty. It’s a moon of exploration.

It’s a moment to clear mental clutter, plant seeds of possibility, and step forward not because we know where the path leads—but because we trust ourselves enough to take the first step.

A simple mindful ritual for the New Moon:

Light a candle to symbolize clarity, mental focus, and new beginnings.

 

Take a moment to sit in stillness, closing your eyes and breathing deeply.

Imagine yourself standing at the edge of a path, with countless directions ahead of you. In your mind’s eye, see each path as a different opportunity, a new possibility waiting for you.

As you breathe in, feel the excitement of each possibility filling your heart. As you breathe out, release any fear or hesitation.

Choose one path, one possibility that excites you, and offer it to the universe with an open heart. Trust that this is a step toward your growth and expansion.

Close your ritual by thanking the Gemini moon for its clarity, and gently blow out your candle, knowing that your intentions are set and your path is unfolding.

This New Moon is about being curious, exploring new ideas, and letting go of what holds you back. Trust that the answers will come as you allow yourself to be open to all the possibilities.

 

So ask yourself gently:

What’s one idea I’m ready to explore?

What story am I ready to release? 

What’s one way I can move forward—with curiosity, not certainty?

The sacred doesn’t always come in flashes of lightning. Sometimes it arrives like this— A breath, a flicker, a whisper in the dark. A quiet place to begin.

Candle recommendations: Northern Moon, The Outlaw, Blossom Revival, and Blood Ritual.