Ritual (noun) – repetition; ceremony; set of actions
Great joy comes from wisdom shared alongside a wonderful teacher of mine, the Moon. Each month, the 28 day cycle includes moments of energy raising, intention setting, releasing, and shadow work. Pairing this general wisdom alongside astrological potency, Moon Magic serves as a phenomenal space for practicing ritual. Rituals differ based on the moon cycle as well as the astrological sign the moon is in.
Each month, the New Moon lives in an astrological sign and the Full Moon lives in another. As such, there are two potent moments to lean into different aspects of magic as they are empowered by the astrological season. Working this provides specific foci from the astrological signs as it is paired with the moon. To be honest, this can become a bit overwhelming if you are new to magic.
My advice for developing a relationship with the moon is start simple. Decide on what moon cycle feels most potent to work in: New, Full, Waxing, Waning. Pick one. Start there. Add astrological and seasonal wisdom later! When you decide on the cycle, find the date for your next moon magic moment. If you are a few days off, it is fine of course, but it is special when you get to raise the energies and work the craft at the exact right time!
Moon Magic flows in cycles, so your magical spells, intentions, and goals may best be served by aligning the hopes/dreams/wishes with the moon cycle. Below is a quick breakdown of the magic that lives within each part of the cycle.
New: intention setting
Waxing: what you hope to see expand
Full : celebration and divination/psychic spell work
Waning: what you hope to get rid of or weaken
If you are interested in experiencing the blend of astrological wisdom and New Moon magic, Mystic Ginger Collective & Apothecary hosts monthly rituals! You can also learn so much by tracking your moods and “vibes” throughout the month. Identifying patterns of your heightened empathy, abundant joy, or weariness allows you to see the connections between the Moon’s Cycle and your own energies.
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