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The Strawberry Moon: Release What's Expired, Embrace What's Next

• Ronda Foster

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They say, not all full moons are created equal, and the strawberry moon proves it. This isn't just a lunar event. It's a cosmic invitation to release, realign and radically renew your life. If you've been feeling the pressure to bloom before you're ready or the urge to let go of what's been silently weighing you down, this is your moon. The strawberry moon doesn't ask for perfection. It demands authenticity and tonight, under this radiant sky, you're being called to harvest the truth of who you are becoming. Before we dive into this moonlit journey, don't forget to subscribe to Life Points with Rhonda on your favorite podcast platform and follow me on YouTube, instagram, tiktok and Facebook, all under Life Points with Rhonda. Need a little more love and guidance. Join the Life Points Lounge on Patreon for exclusive affirmations, lunar rituals and personal energy readings. And if you're ready to heal, manifest and realign, head over to wwwlifepointswithrondacom and claim your free gift a sacred affirmation, a bonus podcast episode and a complimentary consultation to support your transformation. Let's rise with this moon together.

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Welcome back to another soul-centered episode of Life Points with Rhonda, the space where growth meets grace and every conversation is rooted in purpose, power and healing. I'm your host, rhonda, and today we're basking in the radiant glow of the strawberry moon, a lunar event that marks the final full moon of spring and the threshold of summer spiritual expansion. This moon isn't just pretty to look at it's potent Spiritually, emotionally, energetically. This is the time to harvest what's ripe, release what's expired and plant the deeper intentions that align with your true self. Whether you're navigating a season of transformation, seeking closure or calling in something new, the energy of the strawberry moon offers a sweet but serious push toward your next chapter. In this episode, we'll explore the history and symbolism behind the strawberry moon, how this energy impacts your relationships and emotional well-being and, most importantly, what rituals and practices you can use to truly work with this moon instead of just watching it. Pass by, grab your journal, light a candle and let's step into this moonlit portal together.

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Viari the meaning of the strawberry moon. Despite what the name might suggest, the strawberry moon doesn't actually turn pink or red. The strawberry moon doesn't actually turn pink or red. Its name comes from the Algonquin tribes of North America, who recognized this full moon as the signal that wild strawberries were ripe for harvesting. But energetically, it's so much more than a mark on the calendar it's a deeply spiritual checkpoint.

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The strawberry moon typically arrives in June, just before the summer solstice. It carries the vibrancy of growth and the wisdom of reflection. Think of it as nature's gentle reminder what have you been cultivating since the start of the year, what is blossoming in your life and what no longer feels in season? This moon falls under the sign of Sagittarius or Capricorn, depending on the year, both signs tied to truth, vision and structure. So you may feel a powerful urge to step into your authenticity, re-evaluate your long-term goals or confront emotional truths you've been avoiding.

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Spiritually, the strawberry moon is a time of fruitful endings and sacred beginnings. It represents a culmination. Projects come to a head, emotions rise to the surface, relationships are tested or deepened. It's a moon of emotional ripeness, the kind of energy that whispers. It's time. Under this full moon, the energy invites you to reflect on what you've outgrown, celebrate how far you've come, release what's been weighing you down, reclaim the parts of yourself that feel buried beneath other people's expectations. Unlike the boldness of the spring equinox or the newness of a January 1st resolution, this moon isn't about rushing. It's about honest inventory. It's about harvesting truth and it's about aligning your next moves with your higher self, not your ego. So ask yourself right now what is ready to be harvested in my life and what am I finally ready to let go of, even if it's hard?

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Emotional themes and relationship shifts under the strawberry moon. The strawberry moon brings emotional truths to the surface like waves rising to meet the shore and just like strawberries that bruise when overripe. This moon shows us where we've been holding on too long, giving too much or not receiving what we deserve in return. Relationships romantic, platonic, family and even professional, professional often come under review. During this lunar cycle. You might find yourself feeling unusually tender, reflective or even triggered. That's not weakness, it's wisdom knocking at your soul's door. This moon asks deep questions like is this relationship still nourishing my growth? Am I shrinking myself to keep peace? Have I been giving out of guilt instead of alignment? Am I being truly seen or just tolerated? Some people might feel a craving for emotional honesty, even if it leads to discomfort. Others may finally have the courage to walk away from people or patterns that have been silently draining them for months or even years.

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This moon doesn't just shine light on others. It shines on you, on your needs, on your boundaries, on your willingness to receive. It invites you to check in with your heart chakra and ask is it open, is it guarded? Is it in survival mode? Thank you, because when the heart is full of truth, there's no room left for illusion. And under this moon, illusions burn off like fog. Under the summer sun, you may also feel an emotional urge to reconnect With old friends, with past versions of yourself or with your ancestral roots. That's not coincidence, it's alignment. The strawberry moon reminds us that relationships, just like fruit, are seasonal. Some are meant to nourish you for a lifetime, others were only ever meant for a season, and that's okay. Honor the growth, honor the lesson, honor the letting go.

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Moon rituals to harness the energy of the strawberry moon. The strawberry moon opens a portal, a window of time when the veil between your intention and manifestation is thin. To truly work with this energy, it's not enough to admire the moon from your window. This is a moment to participate in your transformation. Here are a few powerful, heart-aligned rituals to help you honor, harness and activate the magic of the strawberry moon.

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The Harvest and Release Ceremony this ritual honors both the fruits you've cultivated and the emotional baggage you're ready to release. You'll need a white candle for clarity, a bowl of water for emotional cleansing, a small paper and pen, a fruit offering, preferably strawberries, symbolic of sweetness and growth. Steps. Light your candle and sit in silence under the moon or near a window. Reflect on everything you've accomplished or become since the beginning of the year. Write it down. Celebrate it On a separate paper. Write what you're releasing Habits, people, fears, guilt, shame. Read each line aloud, one by one, and place the paper into the bowl of water, symbolically washing it away. Eat the strawberry slowly, saying I receive the sweetness of my growth, I honor the ending and I welcome the new. Put out the candle and leave the bowl of water under the moonlight overnight to cleanse your emotions.

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Two Moonlight Letter to your higher self. This is a powerful manifestation tool. The strawberry moon's energy is ripe for calling in clarity and long-term alignment. You'll need a quiet space, pen and paper optional a piece of rose, quartz or moonstone. Steps. Write a letter from your future self six months from now. Describe who you've become, include what you've released, what you've accomplished, how you feel emotionally, spiritually and physically. Then read the letter aloud under the moon, fold it and place it under your pillow, altar or vision board. Each full moon moving forward. Read it again to stay aligned with your journey.

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Three strawberry moon spiritual bath for deep emotional cleansing and heart chakra opening. Ingredients pink Himalayan salt or sea salt. Dried rose petals or hibiscus, lavender or chamomile calming herbs. A few drops of strawberry, rose or Ylang Ylang oil. Optional a clear quartz crystal.

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Steps that set your intention before stepping in I release what no longer belongs to me. I make room for peace, love and truth. Soak in silence or with soft music, visualizing emotional burdens dissolving in the water. After the bath, anoint your heart center with oil and speak this affirmation I am aligned, I am renewed, I am ready. These rituals don't require perfection. They require presence. The strawberry moon is not asking you to have all the answers. It's asking you to pause long enough to hear your inner voice, your higher self, your ancestors whispering. You are ready now. Trust the release. The next season is waiting.

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What to avoid during the strawberry moon? As radiant and renewing as the strawberry moon can be, its energy is intense and, like any energetic portal, what you don't do is just as important as what you do. Here are key things to avoid so you don't sabotage your alignment, emotional clarity or manifestation work during this sacred lunar window. 1. Avoid rushing decisions out of emotion. The strawberry moon brings deep feelings to the surface emotion. The strawberry moon brings deep feelings to the surface. You may feel compelled to text that ex, quit that job or make a big move. But ask yourself first is this emotion or clarity? This is a time for observation, not impulsivity. If it's truly aligned, it'll still be aligned after a good night's sleep and some moon journaling still be aligned after a good night's sleep and some moon journaling.

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Two don't ignore what you're feeling. Many people try to power through during emotional peaks, numbing out or brushing things off, but this moon has a way of making avoidance feel like internal pressure. If you suppress your emotions under this moon, they'll only get louder later. Let them breathe, let them move through. You Cry if you need to Write, walk, sit still, but don't pretend you're okay if you're not.

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Three Avoid comparing your journey. Under a moon of ripeness and harvest, it's easy to fall into comparison. Look what she's accomplished. Why am I still here? But you are not behind. You are in your season. Comparison undercuts your manifestation energy. Use the moon's light to focus inward, not outward. Your timeline is sacred. Four don't overload your rituals. More herbs, more crystals, more candles doesn't always equal more results. Simplicity and intention go further than theatrics. Pick one or two rituals that resonate and pour your heart into them. This moon amplifies energy, so if your energy is scattered, your outcomes will be too. Five Avoid clinging to what's clearly ending.

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The strawberry moon is notorious for revealing the truths we've been avoiding, especially in relationships, habits and old identities. If something is clearly showing signs of decay or disconnect, let it go with grace. Fighting the release only delays the blessing. Six don't over-socialize or over-commit. If you're highly sensitive or empathic, this full moon can feel overwhelming. You might feel pressure to show up for everyone, answer every message or attend every event. Resist that Create boundaries. You don't owe anyone your energy. During your own emotional harvest, you are allowed to pause, to process. This moon is sweet, but it's not soft. It's honest, and honesty, while beautiful, demands space. So avoid distractions, avoid self-doubt, avoid anyone or anything that pulls you out of your knowing, because clarity is coming, but only if you're quiet enough to catch it.

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Affirmations for the strawberry moon. Affirmations are sacred agreements. You speak into existence Under the light of the strawberry moon. Your words carry extra weight, extra ashe. These affirmations are designed to anchor your emotional release, amplify your inner clarity and align you with divine timing. You can speak them aloud during your rituals, write them in your journal, whisper them under the moonlight or record them and play them while you sleep. Repeat these with intention, presence and a soft heart.

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Harvest and Release. I lovingly release what no longer aligns with my highest self. I am harvesting the fruits of my healing and I trust what blooms next. It is safe for me to let go. I do not need to carry what has expired. Heart and emotional clarity. My heart is open, honest and protected by divine wisdom. I give and receive love with boundaries that honor my soul. I no longer silence myself to keep others comfortable.

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Manifestation and soul alignment. I trust in the divine unfolding of my life. I walk in alignment with my purpose. Purpose and all that is meant for me flows with ease. I am magnetic to peace, prosperity and divine connections. Stillness and self-worth. I do not chase. I attract what reflects my truth. I am already enough. I do not need to prove my worth. In this stillness, I rise. Choose three to five that resonate most with your current journey and make them part of your nightly practice this week. Speak them with feeling, speak them with breath, speak them like a prayer you've already seen answered. And remember the moon doesn't ask you to be perfect. She just asks you to be present.

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Final Reflections Plus energetic preparation for the summer solstice. As the strawberry moon illuminates the sky, it's more than a breathtaking cosmic event. It's a spiritual checkpoint, a mirror, a messenger, a reminder that you don't need to wait for some perfect moment to realign. The energy is already here, the portal is already open. The only thing left is your yes, you've done the hard work. You've planted, pruned, struggled, stretched. And now the universe is asking are you ready to receive what you've done, the hard work you've planted, pruned, struggled, stretched. And now the universe is asking are you ready to receive what you've prayed for, not just what looks good, not just what feels safe, but what actually matches your evolution? This full moon is the final full moon of spring. That means you're standing on the threshold of something new, something bigger, something brighter. The summer solstice is just days away and with it comes a surge of solar energy designed to help you expand. But expansion doesn't happen by chance. It happens by choice.

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So, as this moon rises, don't just cleanse, clarify, don't just wish declare. Don't just wish declare, don't just reflect, recalibrate. Ask yourself what version of me do I want to walk into summer? With what emotional clutter must be cleared to make room for that light. No-transcript, when my soul is ready to be seen. This is your moment to reclaim yourself, not the version molded by survival, not the version edited for others' comfort, but the version that knows. Your energy is sacred. Your story is sacred. Your timing is sacred. The strawberry moon whispers. You are not behind, you are in bloom. So walk gently, speak truthfully and honor yourself like the divine garden you are. If this episode resonated with your spirit, be sure to subscribe and share it with someone who needs this lunar reminder.

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