Winter’s Last Whisper, Spring’s First Spark

Ah, February—the month where winter still has us in its frosty grip, but whispers of spring are starting to flirt with the edges of our days. Snow blankets the earth, the winds bite, and yet… deep beneath the frozen soil, something stirs. Imbolc is here, witches, and that means it’s time to honor the in-between—where we’ve been, where we’re going, and the soft glow of the returning sun.

The February Moon: A Chill in the Air, A Fire in the Soul

This moon has many names, each whispering of survival, scarcity, and the icy heart of winter:

🌙 The Bone Moon—for when all that’s left is to gnaw on bones and wait for spring
🌙 The Hunger Moon—a name from Indigenous traditions, marking the season of food stores running low
🌙 The Snow Moon & Storm Moon—medieval nods to February’s habit of blanketing the world in white
🌙 The Moon of Ice—a Celtic reminder that winter’s reign isn’t quite over

February’s full moon energy is all about healing, self-love, protection, divination, and reflection. It’s the moment to pause, honor what has manifested, and dream of what’s to come. Let it bathe you in silver light and remind you that even in the cold, you are growing.

Imbolc: The Spark of Something New

Imbolc, falling on February 1st–2nd, is the halfway point between the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox. It’s a moment of anticipation—the final stretch of winter and the first flicker of the sun’s return.

🔥 A Fire Festival—The first of the four great fire festivals in the Celtic Wheel of the Year, Imbolc is all about warmth, light, and the stirrings of new beginnings.
🕯️ Brigid’s Day—This sabbat is dedicated to the goddess Brigid, a force of hearth, home, fertility, abundance, and healing. (Later appropriated into St. Brigid’s Day and Candlemas, because the Christians couldn’t resist stealing a good thing. Rude.)
🌱 Seeds of Intention—Now is the time to plant the seeds (literal and metaphorical) of what you want to grow as the year unfolds. New projects, new practices, new manifestations—it all starts here.
❄️ Still Winter, Though…—Yes, spring is coming, but Imbolc also reminds us to honor the rest that winter provides. There’s still time for shadow work, soul nourishment, and deep self-care.

The Age of Aquarius Vibes

We’re in full-on Aquarius season, and that means a cosmic cocktail of:
💡 Independence, invention, eccentricity, influence 
💥 Apathy, chaos, anxiety, emotional detachment 

Ride the wave, but stay grounded. Aquarius wants you to dream big, push boundaries, and embrace your weird—but don’t get lost in the ether.

February’s Mystical Allies: Crystals for the Season

💙 Aquamarine—Psychic awareness, purification, ocean-like calm. A talisman for protection and energy cleansing.
🌀 Fluorite—Absorbs negativity, enhances focus, and stabilizes emotions. Like a magical emotional reset button.
💜 Amethyst—Stress relief, third-eye activation, deep meditation. Also your best friend if nightmares have been lurking.
🌿 Lepidolite—The “peace stone,” perfect for soothing anxiety and heightening spiritual awareness.
🌲 Petrified Wood—Grounding, healing, and powerful for removing obstacles and connecting to ancient wisdom.
🌊 Blue Lace Agate—Ultimate calm. Eases anxiety, overthinking, and restless thoughts. Ideal for deep meditation and emotional clarity.

Plant Magic of the Month

🌼 Daffodils—Love, luck, and fertility. Place on your altar to attract love or in the bedroom to enhance fertility (wink wink). Bonus: they symbolize the returning sun. (Warning: Do not ingest! They’re cute but toxic.)
❄️ Snowdrops—The first sign of spring! Representing the cycle of life, death, and rebirth. Often planted at gravesites as a sign of renewal. Superstition says they bring bad luck if brought indoors, so admire them outside!

A Little Valentine’s Day Witchiness

Love spells? Self-love rituals? Rose quartz and lavender baths? Yes, yes, and yes. Whether you’re celebrating romantic love, friendship, or just loving the hell out of yourself, February is a reminder that love magic starts from within.

Final Imbolc Thoughts

February is a time of in-between—winter’s final embrace and the first whispers of spring. It asks us to rest but also to prepare. To honor what’s been and dream of what’s next. So light a candle, set an intention, and let the quiet power of Imbolc guide you forward.

Blessed Imbolc, and may your magic burn bright! 🔥🌙✨