Dear One,
The New Moon arrives tomorrow, May 6th, in the astrological sign of Taurus. This Edition of Wild Woman Weeklyish was crafted to be a toolbox & source of inspiration for you at this fertile time of the Moon Cycle.
As you may know, New Moon time is a BIG deal here at The Wild Woman Project because…
we look to the Moon as a teacher,
because New Moon is the beginning,
and beginnings hold within them massive potential.
Because we aim to approach our lives as a massive (often messy) wildish creative project!
Each Month we have a New Theme to inspire us in creating powerful intentions for our lives. This theme can be explored in our International Network of Wild Woman Moon Circles (Find One Near You), in Your New Moon Companion: A Solo Virtual Retreat (Download it here) & finally right here in the New Moon Report.
BEING THE EMPRESS is our theme for the New Moon in Taurus.
In the talk below, we will explore:
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The particular energetics, elemental qualities & contemplations we can tune into this New Moon.
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The Empress Archetype: its relationship to the Taurus & what we can learn from her about rulership, sovereignty & endurance.
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♉ New Moon in Taurus Inspiration ♉
Wearing Your Crown: A Practice
On or near the New Moon on May 6th, take 1 hour to sincerely imagine you are wearing a crown. You needn’t change your plans. Do what you would normally do (ex. wash the dishes, go for a walk, do your work, etc.) but imagine you are wearing the crown of the Empress.
In all you do in the hour, you must be tall and bear the weight of this beautiful, heavy, extravagant symbol of sovereignty. For this hour, you are the Empress.
Breathe well. Take your time. And notice any shifts in your posture, behavior, emotions & thought process.
An Image to Contemplate
Just as the Empress can look out of her castle windows and see her empire, you may take some time this New Moon to contemplate your empire.
You may see in your mind’s eye, the beings that are dependent on you. You may see the physical land and/or structures that are part of your domain. You may envision all of the many responsibilies that you carry.
In this time of reflection, be sure to see yourself as the Ruler of the empire.
Acknowledge your ability to choose how you want to rule.
The Empress sits in a position of profound worldly & divine Power. See yourself clearly as the Empress of your life.
Journaling Questions
What are the qualities you most admire in a ruler, leader & Empress?
Are those qualities that you embody?
In what area(s) of your life can you bring in these qualities?
New Moon in Taurus Advice
The New Moon in Taurus teaches us about the virtue of slow & steady wins the race. The Empress is in it for the long haul; She is grounded, patient & loving. As you create your intention for this New Moon, you may ask yourself: what kind of Empire do I want to build & who do I want to be as I’m building it?
Create your powerful intentions in Wild Woman Moon Circle (Find One Near You) OR Your New Moon Companion: A Solo Virtual Retreat (Download it here).
Want a guided journey this New Moon in Taurus?
Our theme: Being the Empress
Find a Wild Woman Moon Circle Near You (In Community)
Or
Enjoy a Virtual Retreat with Your New Moon Companion (Solo)
(and/or Train to Become a Wild Woman Circle Leader this Fall)
Bonus:
Flower Blossom Lemonade Recipe for the New Moon in Taurus by Cole Lopez
For now, I’ll leave you with this quote to sit with this New Moon:
“I know of no single formula for success. But over the years I have observed that some attributes of leadership are universal and are often about finding ways of encouraging people to combine their efforts, their talents, their insights, their enthusiasm and their inspiration to work together.”
~Queen Elizabeth II (Taurus Sun)
On the Horizon
"The Circle Leader Training Program at The Wild Woman Project was one of the most transformative and healing experiences of my life. I have received many tools, resources, support, and connections that I will carry on with me forever." ~ Hannah Devin, Graduate
Wild Woman Fest returns…
Join us for the 10th Annual Wild Woman Fest, August 19-23rd, 2026.
On a beautiful & sacred land in the Blue Ridge Mountains, in Asheville North Carolina.
Get ready: FEST FRIDAY, when tickets go on sale, is May 8th
Wild Woman Fest 2025 sold out in minutes. Sign up for Wild Woman Fest '26 Updates.
We have Wild Woman Project-trained Circle facilitators is 27 countries, and 44 out of the 50 United States.
Calling wild-hearted women, in and around the Blue Ridge Mountains of Asheville ~ let’s stir up some sisterhood magic in 2026.
Monthly on Sunday afternoons, 3-5pm, near the Full Moon at The Well in West Asheville.
Join us for an hour-long New Moon Meditation Adventure on April 17th.
Online, from anywhere.
Using a dynamic meditation journey, we will tune into the New Moon, to your own Inner Guidance, synced up with wild-hearted women from around the world. This offering will include music, storytelling, meditation, journaling prompts & intention-setting.
Can’t make it live? No worries. All participants will receive a copy of the recording with 24 hours of the session.
Chris Maddox is the founder of The Wild Woman Project where she teaches women how to utilize the gifts of the Wild Woman Archetype in their everyday lives & how to lead women’s circles in their local communities. She is the organizer & facilitator of the beloved annual WILD WOMAN FEST, a women’s retreat-festival hybrid which fosters a deep connection to nature, a direct experience of the divine feminine & profound spiritual sisterhood among the women in attendance.
An ever student of the great mysteries of existence and nature itself, Chris believes women are holding innate gifts & tools that society at large needs – now more than ever. She is committed to helping women remember their special magic and to bring it forward into every corner of their lives, for the greater good of the planet.
