Rituals and the Full Moon
Through all the phases of human progress and development, the moon has been a constant source of guidance. It has always been a timekeeper for us, a calendar, a navigator for travelers and birds, a source of light during the nighttime, and much more.
As time and research increased our knowledge, we also discovered the moon's role in controlling the tidal waves and our emotions. Hence, we understood the importance of moon phases on our well-being.
The feminine quality of the moon is often compared to that of womanhood, where each cycle brings a new phase in your life. Understanding our connection with the moon can help us better harness its energy and improve our mental, physical, and spiritual state. It can help us develop habits that we need more of, be it self-love, compassion, gratitude, or reflection.
Practicing certain rituals to align yourself with the moon cycle will help you dedicate time, attention, and focus on harnessing the energy you desire.
Creating certain rituals for each phase is also ideal for better understanding your cycles, needs, and wants. It will empower you to take advantage of the changing energies to shift your mental and spiritual mindset.
Full Moon
During this phase, the moon's entirety is illuminated and as bright as possible. This phase represents fulfillment, fertility, transformation, and abundance, with each aspect blooming and growing.
This is an ideal time to focus on your life as well. Reflect on things that bring you abundance and those that no longer serve you any purpose. Direct your energy to beneficial things and let go of loose strings.
Your intuition and psychic abilities will be heightened during this phase. Hence, connecting with your higher self and realizing what is beneficial, and releasing what no longer serves you is helpful.
Ritual To Practice
When the moon is at its highest, it radiates the most positive and pure energy. Your ritual during this phase should be to recharge your crystals and/or prepare moon water for use throughout the month.
Place your crystals in an area where the moon shines directly on them. Choose a clean, dry place and let the crystals absorb as much lunar energy as possible within the 24 hours before and after the full moon.
The freshly cleansed and energized crystals will provide more efficient and long-lasting results. If able, place a glass jar or pitcher of water in the moonlight as well. By charging the water, you now have a readily available way to cleanse and charge any crystals you could not relocate during the full moon; or any that you acquire between phases. The water is also beneficial for yourself - whether you consume it, bathe with it, or cleanse areas of your home or space with it.