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The Spiritual Power and Magic of the Moon

Every being on earth is attuned to the rhythmic cycles of the moon. Cultures have worshiped the moon since the beginning of time and many still do. The lunar phases are powerful and different phases are better suited to help you achieve different goals. The full cycle of the moon takes 29.5 days. There are 8 phases of the moon and each phase lasts approximately 3.5 days. In this blog post, we will explore the moon’s phases and learn about the best rituals to perform during each phase.

The New Moon

The first phase of the lunar cycle is the new moon. During this phase, the sky is dark, with no part of the moon visible. This is the time for new beginnings and personal healing. It is a period of rebirth and cleansing. Considered nearly as powerful as the full moon, rituals performed during this phase are extremely compelling.

The new moon is the perfect time to cleanse your home. Start by opening some windows to allow negative energy to be released and to prevent your house from getting too smoky. Light your white sage smudge stick and hold it over a smudge pot or abalone shell to catch any residual charcoal. Starting in the part of your house furthest from the front door, gently waft the smoke throughout the room in a clockwise motion. Call on the spirits you pray to for protection and blessings. Slowly walk from room to room, repeating:

Sacred herbs,
remove all negativity from my home,
cleanse my home,
bless my home.

End at your front door. Sprinkle some charcoal outside of your door to welcome positive energy.

Waxing Crescent/Waxing Gibbous

Many people refer to the waxing crescent phase as the man-in-the-moon phase. The crescent forms a reverse C, with the dark side of the moon on the left and the bright side on the right. During this time, the moon is becoming fuller. While the new moon phase represents change and new beginnings, this phase focuses on putting your plan into action. This is a time to use productive strategies to create positive results. This phase requires strength and determination, as well as courage.

The same holds true for the waxing gibbous phase. During this phase, the bright side of the moon remains on the right, but the moon now looks convex instead of concave. While the moon looks differently than during the waxing crescent phase, the power of this phase continues to focus on growth and productivity.

This is also a time of healing and attraction. A ritual healing bath is a powerful tool to use during this moon phase. Fill your tub and add the contents of Attraction Bath and Floor Wash to the water. Soak in the tub for 15 minutes while concentrating on your desire. Sprinkle a mojo bag with Attraction sachet powder and an Irresistible Attraction Amulet in the bag. Add some Amethyst Tumbled Stones to promote healing and strengthen your intuition.

Full Moon

This lunar phase is all about new beginnings. It is considered a time of optimism and change. After approximately 14 days of waxing, the moon grows full. Many people believe that as the moon grows in size, it increases its intensity and power. As the brilliant circular disc fills the sky, we focus on this as the time for removing negative energy from your life. Your most powerful spells should be performed during this time. Banishing spells work best during this phase.

At the beginning of the full moon phase, anoint a Needed Change/Banishing Blessed Herbal Pillar candle or Blockbreaker 7 Day Candle with Jasmine Oil. On a small piece of paper, write down the name of the person you are trying to remove from your life, the circumstance that you would like to change, or the goal you are striving for. Fold the paper and place it under the candle. Light the candle and focus your intention on your desire. Repeat this process each night of the full moon.

Each month, during the full moon, rededicate your intentions by rewriting your goals and repeating the ritual. You can also consult our Full Moon Ritual Calendar to learn about the unique spiritual properties of each month's full moon.

Waning Gibbous/Waning Crescent

During this phase, the moon begins to decrease in size. Brightness shifts to the left side of the moon and the right side becomes dark. The moon looks like a bloated C that gets thinner as the days and nights pass.

This is a powerful time for reversing and unhexing spells. It is a time to cast out bad habits or negative influences and invite positive energy into your life. Let go of old resentments during this time. Lighting a Healing Candle or Reversing Hoo Doo Pillar Candle during this moon phase will help center yourself and allow you to release things or people that have been toxic in your life.

The waning moon phase is the perfect time for a removal of negative energy ritual. Start by cleansing your space and spread a Triple Moon Altar Cloth on your altar. Place a Van Van Hoo Doo Pillar Candle in the center of your altar. Add some Clear Quartz Tumbled Stones to your altar and light the candle. Focus on the candle’s burning flame and repeat the following:

I call on powers far and near
To banish what’s not welcome here.
By this candle, with this charm,
I banish all that would cause harm.
This I ask, this charge I lay.
Send unwanted things away.

Blue Moon

When there are two full moons in one month, the second full moon is referred to as a blue moon. Considered the more powerful of the two, the blue moon is thought to be a time of extra luck and magic. Occurring approximately once every two and a half years, this rare occasion is a wonderful time to meditate on your goals and accomplishments.

A money spell performed during a blue moon sets intentions of wealth and good fortune and opens you up to prosperity. To fully utilize the power of the blue moon, perform this ritual after midnight during the first night of the blue moon.

Start by lighting a Big Al Money Candle and placing a small dish in front of you. Once the candle has started burning, focus on the flame and the heat it produces. Into the dish in front of you, drop a cinnamon stick, a pinch of cayenne pepper, and a pinch of devil's shoestring, and then add a few drops of Quick Money Oil into the mix as well.

Imagine yourself in a room full of money, wanting for nothing. Sit and concentrate on this thought in your head. Let yourself be consumed by it. Wait until the candle has burned down at least half an inch or more, and then blow it out. Do something that is associated with making the money you want right away, whether it is putting on your work clothes or working on your resume.

Lunar Eclipse

This rare event occurs when the Earth is in direct alignment between the sun and the moon and passes into the Earth’s shadow. A lunar eclipse can be total, meaning that the moon is in front of the Earth and completely blocks the sun, or partial, where the moon is further away than the Earth and casts a solar ring around it.

Lunar Eclipses are thought to bring about change. This transformative time may inspire you to complete a neglected task or pursue a dormant desire. Trust in the energy of this moon phase and harness it to help you reach your goals. During a lunar eclipse, anoint yourself with Spirit Oil to invoke the transformation you hope to attain.

The phases of the moon are fascinating and beautiful occurrences. Our planet provides us with a nightly celestial show that is spectacular to witness. Understanding the lunar cycle and its power can help you to achieve gratitude, peace, and prosperity.