The Sun watches what I do, but the Moon knows all my secrets.

J. M. Wonderland

Beautiful powerful moon affecting tides, our inner ocean, sometimes affecting our sleep, our emotions.

For centuries, different people, religions have been working with this mysterious star.

In Ancient Greece, moon talismans were given to women, in India eating rituals are changed according to the moon cycle.

How can we enhance our own self awareness and growth thanks to the moon ?

How can we develop a beautiful friendship with it, discover ourselves in the process ?

I have been performing moon rituals for a few years now, It became a habit for me to go out in my bubble on certain lunar events such as new or full moons. It has been bringing me so much along the way : Deeper self reflection, better connection to natural cycles and a sacred space to express my spirituality !

I invite you now to discover more about this lunar cycles and how to connect with it simply, naturally:

1) New moon

Let’s start with the beginning. The moon is not visible, but soon light will emerge again ! This is the beginning of something new, a new creation, a gorgeous metaphor for new births !

New moon is related to the notions of : beginning, reboot, fresh start.

My ritual : Chose a word, an energy you would like to infuse into the month.  Write it and place the paper under a candle. While lighting the candle, focus on the fact that your prayer is sent to the universe. Trust it and visualize it becoming reality by imagining that you already received it. How does it settle into your body ? How do you feel ? How do you move ?

2) Waxing Moon

As the light is growing, we are invited to do the same, expand ourselves with conviction and strength.

Waxing moon is related to the notions of growth, overcoming challenges, manifestation and action.

My ritual : A few days after the new moon, I always find it very helpful to set goals, intentions for the upcoming cycle. I write them and place them in my altar, or under my pillow.

This is a good period to take actions, to move forwards with your goals, to achieve baby steps.

3) Full moon

The beautiful full moon is definitely my favourite, but also a challenging phase for me. You have clarity now, you can see properly with the moon light. Intuition is heightened, emotions also are. It is time to observe, celebrate.

Full moon is related to reflection, inner work, gratitude and celebration.

My ritual : During full moon evenings, I like to go out for a short walk when the sky is unclouded, charge my crystals and do some tarot reading for myself.

4) Waning moon

As the light grows darker again for a new beginning, this is time to go back to your inner space, be at peace with your shadows.

Waning moon is related to shadow work, letting go, setting boundaries and recharge.

My ritual : During the waning moon, I tend to deal with rising emotions and negative thoughts. I like to write them on a piece of paper and burn them. I also naturally tend to make space and time to sage my house, to declutter.

I hope this article brought you some inspiration and ideas to start some moon work ! Do not hesitate to share with me your own rituals and Let's bring more of this special and natural energy into your life !!!

PICTURE CREDIT : Charlotte from Deep into soul