Moon Power + Rituals

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The Moon – one of the most influential planets affects our lives day in and day out. The Moon, really? Oh yes! La Luna is responsible for a full spectrum of changes you’re experiencing every month. You probably remember the lesson from the school where the teachers tried to explain how the Moon controls the tides of the oceans and seas. Considering the human body is 60% water, it's no wonder that lunar phases affect our moods, menstrual cycles, and much more. However, there’s no room for devastation and worry. We guarantee you can make the most of the Moon’s influence and turn it to your advantage. While many women experience insomnia during Full Moon or go through a complete rollercoaster of emotions, others notice that the Moon also impacts their period. 

Moongazing

Instead of letting la Luna take the lead, you can take the matter into your hands and learn to harness the power of this majestic planet. Moongazing will get a whole new meaning once you start making the most of every Moon phase.

Each lunar phase signifies a unique point in the Moon's orbit around the earth. If you're a fan of horoscopes, you already know that the Moon rules your emotions, moods, and feelings, reflecting your personality when you’re alone or deeply comfortable. More specifically, it mirrors all those feelings that you like to keep to yourself without sharing them with others. Today, we’ll teach you to harness the power of the Moon's four main phases and the four intermediate stages to improve your wellness and spirituality and get what you want.

Moon Mapping 101

Each Moon phase comes with characteristic energy. Moon mapping allows us to follow the moon phases and deliberately act following the moon cycle, letting each cycle guide our daily decision-making. Harness the energy of the Moon through everyday life to set intentions, and write a list of what you want to attract or the things you need to let go of. 

New Moon or dark moon

Sorry if you hoped we'll talk about Jacob and Edward from the Twilight Saga, but this is the time to talk about the first lunar phase of the Moon — the New Moon or the Dark Moon. As the name suggests, New Moon signifies new beginnings. There's no time like during the Dark Moon to have a clean slate. Are you looking for a way to change your lifestyle? Maybe you're yearning for a professional change. Wait for the New Moon to set a few personal intentions about potential manifestations you’d like to become reality. Use the upcoming month-long cycle to improve your work strategies, start a new diet or bring energy into your relationships to strengthen them. I’ve used the New Moon’s energy once to visualize what I wanted to achieve the most, created a vision board on Pinterest, and started my lunar journey to the dream job I have today. 

Embrace Positivity with waxing crescent moon

The Waxing Crescent Moon follows the New Moon and represents creativity and growth. Having decided to use the Moon to achieve your goals, you'll work toward the goals during this moon phase and if you need a bit more guidance starting out, the moony app helped motivate my mindset and educate me on the in-depth meaning of each moon cycle. It is the perfect time to feel the ever-needed boost of hope and positivity. One of the best ways to do it is to find some time for meditation. Morning meditation also worked wonders for my mindset — It was the time I had to myself when everything was calm and I could allow myself to visualize my desires and put all my energy into manifesting them to the universe. Also, don’t forget to celebrate what you’ve accomplished so far. It’s crucial to let the universe hear you. Once you let the desire out in the universe, you’re one step closer to turning it into reality. 

Take action during first quarter Moon

During the First Quarter Moon, it’s GO time. That’s when you’re supposed to take action in implementing your New Moon goals. First Quarter Moon represents decision-making, challenge, and overcoming obstacles by taking action. Have you been procrastinating on the way to making your dreams come true? Use the First Quarter Moon phase to start truly committing to your goals. I saw it as the biggest test of my commitment to the initial goals. I assessed my goals, went back to the vision board, watched a few motivational videos, and figured out which parts of my plans needed tweaks to bring myself closer to what I wanted.

Tweak + Refine waxing gibbous moon

Two weeks after the New Moon is time for fine-tuning, tweaking, and refining the decisions you made during New Moon. Under this lunar phase, I sat down, looked at myself in the mirror, and asked, Do you genuinely want this? Is this change necessary to make you a happier, more fulfilled person? I did everything in my power to assess the situation and contemplate feelings, trying to find the changes that needed to be made for me to make my dreams come true. Daily affirmations were my saving grace. They boosted my self-esteem, offering me enough energy to transform and evolve during the Full Moon. 

Full Moon clears your perspective

Talking to the Moon. Trying to get to you – as the lyrics say, I was talking to the Full Moon once it started to shine ever so brightly. I felt like I was the only person in the world that the Moon was listening to. Thanks to its luminance, I saw my situation from a clearer perspective and found my way back to myself. It’s the peak moment in the moon mapping that you need to make the most of. If there are any bad habits you planned to break, Full Moon is your chance to leave them behind. Putting all your attention into healing is imperative at this stage. Remember how the Halliwell sisters relied on crystals to protect, purify, and guide them (I still feel like Piper was my soul sister, how about you?). Healing Crystals, such as rose quartz, amethyst, citrine, hematite, and jade, are the crystals that will allow you to unwind and connect to the universe. Pay attention to your interpersonal relationships during Full Moon as they tend to become more intense. 

Time to reflect during waning gibbous moon

Halfway through the Moon cycle is time to reflect on your journey. If you've been wondering about revisiting your intentions, Waning Gibbous Moon offers that opportunity. I wrote a letter, expressing all my gratitude as a way to express my feelings and send a strong message to the universe. As a way to truly harness the illuminated power of the moon, its Being a huge fan of crystals, I also treated myself to a Karma and Luck piece of jewelry. Who says you cannot be stylish on your way to growing, right? The Clear Quartz crystal that my necklace featured came with the most prominent characteristics for this Moon phase. Clear Quartz is all about amplification, reflection, and clarity. On top of that, it was an ever-present reminder about my set goals.

Third quarter moon brings a major clear out

No matter how many times you may have thought about cutting ties with that toxic friend or partner, somehow, you could never do it. Representing forgiveness, the opportunity to heal, and letting go, Third Quarter Moon is the ideal time to eliminate burdens from your life. As simple as decluttering a wardrobe and eradicating all those pieces you never wear, here comes the time to cleanse your life and mind. Prepare for the next New Moon with a clear mind by embracing meditation again.

Waning Crescent Moon — Connect with your inner self

The last lunar phase brings closure. You should finally feel peaceful, focused, and rested before the new cycle begins. Don’t forget to find time for self-care so you don’t burn out. Recharge, recuperate, and find the motivation to commence the new cycle. Whether you have a spa day at home, go on a picnic alone, or binge-watch your favorite show, spending time with yourself is essential for completing the cycle.