Beltane is observed in some earth-based traditions as a seasonal marker associated with growth, vitality, and the transition into early summer.
For some, Beltane is ceremonial or spiritual. For others, it is symbolic, seasonal, or simply a point of noticing the world becoming more active and alive.
I want to acknowledge Beltane without assuming how it is marked, or whether it is marked at all.
If Beltane is part of your calendar, I hope it brings moments of warmth or connection. And if it is not, the themes of growth and aliveness may still feel quietly relevant.
Gareth
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About the Author: Gareth Redfern-Shaw
Gareth is the founder of Consent Culture, a platform focused on consent, kink, ethical non-monogamy, relationship dynamics, and the work of creating safer spaces. His work emphasizes meaningful, judgment-free conversations around communication, harm reduction, and accountability in practice, not just in name.
Through Consent Culture, he aims to inspire curiosity, build trust, and support a safer, more connected world.
Read Why I created Consent Culture if you want to learn more about Gareth, and his past.
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