"Grounding is the quiet return, from the mind back into the body, from the noise back into the physical world, from everywhere else... back home to yourself"
This May 17th New Moon in Taurus marks a powerful “new earth” moment, a grounded reset rooted in stability, self-worth and long-term growth. Carrying strong earth energy, it calls you to come home to yourself, reconnect with your body and deepen your relationship with the physical world and Mother Earth. With subtle influence from Mercury and Uranus, there’s also an undercurrent of insight and change, inviting you to rethink your relationship with money, security and your sense of purpose in a more embodied & sustainable way.
What to expect
As a Supermoon, this New Moon in Taurus carries a heightened emotional charge, making everything feel more tangible, personal and real. You may notice a deeper sensitivity around themes of security, finances, self-worth and the life you’re building and a strong intuition toward new beginnings rooted in long-term sustainability, but they may come with a need to release old attachments to comfort, routine or outdated definitions of abundance. With the influence of Uranus, unexpected insights or shifts can arise, encouraging you to embrace change rather than resist it, even if it disrupts your sense of control. This is fertile, grounding energy but it asks for honesty & self enquiry. Emotional clarity may come through your body, your values and your relationship to money and worth, guiding you toward a more aligned and embodied version of stability.
What TO do
- Ground yourself, spend time in nature, slow down & return to your body
- Set intentions around financial stability, self-worth and long-term growth
- Nurture a growth mindset
- Reflect on what abundance truly means to you (beyond surface-level ideas)
- Build habits and routines that feel sustainable and nourishing
- Be open to subtle shifts or unexpected opportunities
- Invest your time and energy into what feels steady and aligned
- Practice presence as Taurus thrives in the here and now
What NOT to do
- Don’t resist change just because it feels unfamiliar
- Don’t cling to outdated ideas of security or success
- Don’t rush the process, Taurus move slowly and intentionally, building with time
- Don’t ignore your body’s signals or push past burnout
- Don’t make impulsive financial or emotional decisions
- Don’t stay stuck in comfort zones that limit your growth
Returning to Earth
A simple way to return to your body and the steadiness of nature
Find a tree that you feel drawn to (one that feels calm, strong or simply inviting). There’s no need to overthink it, just notice what you’re naturally pulled toward. Stand in front of it for a moment & let your breath and energy sync with the tree. Gently place your hands on the trunk, or if it feels natural, wrap your arms around it.
Let your chest rest against the tree & close your eyes. Begin to slow your breath. With each inhale, imagine drawing in that grounded, stable energy and with each exhale, let go of tension, overthinking and stress.
Then bring your awareness to your feet, feel them rooted into the earth, just like the tree’s roots below you and stay here for a few minutes, allowing your nervous system to settle. You don’t need to force anything, just be. If you’d like, silently set an intention, “I ground into the present. I am supported.” And when you’re ready, gently step back, but notice what’s shifted, even subtly.
Hugging a tree might seem simple, but it can have a deeply grounding effect on both the body and mind. When you physically connect with a tree, you slow down, engage your senses and shift out of constant thinking into presence. The steady, rooted nature of a tree mirrors the kind of stability your nervous system is seeking, helping to regulate stress, soften tension and bring you back into your body.
This feels especially supportive under the New Moon in Taurus, which is all about earth energy, grounding and coming home to yourself. It’s a reminder that growth doesn’t always come from pushing forward, but from rooting deeper, creating a sense of safety, stability and connection within before anything else can truly flourish.