Working with the Moon's Energy
The moon is the closest planet to Earth. It moves with us in a sacred dance that unfolds in even, rhythmic cycles mirroring the cycles of the body, the cycles of the harvest and growth of plants and trees, the cycles of life.
When working with lunar energy while the moon waxes from new to full, use Clear Quartz and Moonstone, especially at the full moon. Larvikite and Labradorite are both perfect for the waning phases, especially at the new moon.
Clear Quartz is composed of the two most abundant elements (silicon and oxygen) in the earth’s crust. This is the “stone of power”. It can amplify energy and help produce a balance of the physical, emotional and spiritual bodies.
Healing, Enhancing, Amplification
Moonstone’s energies are soothing and nurturing. It can also help balance the polar aspects of yourself. It is said to brings good fortune and it is seen as a tool to promote spiritual enlightenment.Moonstone is often kept with oracles and tarot cards for increase psychic ability and is considered sacred.
Intuition, Inspiration, Goddess Energy
Chakras: Sacral, Third Eye, Crown
Astrology: Cancer, Libra, Scorpio
Labradorite’s distinctive blue flash, results from optical interference inside the mineral. The stone is said to protect and keep one’s aura clear. It represents the “temple of the stars” assisting one to understand the destiny one has chosen, aiding to relieve insecurities and apprehension, while enhancing faith and reliance on oneself. In short, Labradorite will answer your questions about your spiritual purpose.
Strength, Transformation, Intuition
Chakras: Third Eye, Crown
Astrology: Sagittarius, Scorpio, Leo
Larvikite aka Norwegian Moonstone, is a greyish feldspar with vivid silver-blue highlights. It is an excellent stone for achievement of goals and learning, it is used to enhance memory capacity and understanding. In addition, Larvikite opens one’s subconscious and greatly enhances clarity of thought.
Protection, Clarity, Intuition
We can honor and celebrate the connection by monitoring as the moon waxes from new to crescent to quarter to gibbous to full and wanes through these phases in reverse back to new. Try meditating with a focus on any of the words associated with the current moon phase at your center.
It is pretty common to begin with the new moon when working with it’s energy. The sky is dark, making this time as a clean slate. Set your intention for the upcoming cycle. It’s time to begin projects, start new regimes, and make a fresh start.
Affirmation: I set my intention. I feel my intention in my body.
As the moon waxes from new to full it passes through several phases. During the waxing crescent phases, take initiative in your intentions. It's time to deepen your resolve.
Affirmation: I relax into my intention. I breathe.
The Moon reaches the first quarter seven days after the New Moon. Take actions and steps toward your intention as the moon continues to grow.
Affirmation: I take discerning action to support my intention.
During the waxing gibbous moon phases it is time to refine and improve the intentions you set when the Moon was new.
Affirmation: I trust that the perfect intention is coming to me at the perfect time.
The lunar energies peak at the full moon, fourteen days into the cycle. The Full Moon provides us with clarity. Culminate! Let realizations come to you. It is harvest time, possibly for projects begun at a New Moon months beforehand.
Affirmation: I move ahead with my intention.
Give thanks for what you have gained as the moon begins to wane and energies and thoughts turn inwards. The Waning Gibbous phases are a great time to reflect and store up.
Affirmation: I feel grateful that my intention is forming as I receive it.
At the last quarter moon think about your projects or the direction you are following. This is a good time to use what you have learned and bide your time. Express new found truths.
Affirmation: Now that I am receiving, I give back from a place of abundance.
The waning crescent moon phases are a good time to work with what you have, and make it better. It’s not a good time to go after anything new, but a great time to polish up your skills and make things work out. Anything you don’t need, or which isn’t working can be recycled or thrown out now. Start thinking about your intentions and begin preparing for the next cycle.
Affirmation: I reflect with thanks. I rest. I restore.
Now we’ve come full circle, back to the new moon, the start of the next circle. Keep in mind, some intentions may take longer than one moon cycle to manifest. You may have multiple projects going at the same time with varying time frames. Be patient.
If you think you'd like to time your magic based upon the phase of the moon—here are some tips on what sort of magic to perform during the various lunar stages.
Magical Workings for New Moon
Cleansing and purifying the body and mind
Bringing inner harmony and peace
Designating a sacred space
Magical Workings for Waxing Moon
Manifesting money or abundance in other areas (health, relationships, cats)
Getting a new job or home
Bringing love into your life
Increasing ma terial items
Magical Workings for Full Moon
Increasing your intuitive awareness
Connecting to a higher power
Developing your magical skills
Magical Workings for Waxing Moon
Eliminating negative people or toxic relationships from your life
Ending a relationship or job
Reducing things, such as debt, illness, etc.
To help you keep track of the moon and how it effects your life, I recommend keeping a moon journal. This practice is useful whether you are new to working with the moon's energy, or not. Make a habit to write in it every day around the same time. Mark the phase of the moon that day and be sure to include any strong emotions you are feeling and whether you participated in any magical or spiritual practice.
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