Moon phases and magic 🌙

The moon has always held a fascination for humanity. A source of inspiration for poetry, music and art for millennia, it also influences our energy and can be used in your magical practices. You may be wondering how the phases of the moon influence energies ? What is the importance of each lunar phase? How to use crystals in harmony with lunar cycles ? What magical rituals are the most powerful according to the different phases of the moon ?

Together we will discover how each lunar phase can amplify your rituals and optimize the use of crystals for more powerful magic.

Understanding the phases of the moon

The moon goes through eight main phases during its lunar cycle, which lasts approximately 29.5 days. Each phase has unique energetic characteristics and is associated with specific intentions in magic. Here’s a look at the moon phases most commonly used in magical practice.

The New Moon: The Genesis of Intention

The new moon marks the beginning of a new lunar cycle. It symbolizes rebirth, new beginnings, and creation. It is a great time to set new intentions and launch magical projects.

• Create a New Moon Altar: Gather crystals, white candles, and symbols of renewal on a special altar. This will serve as a focal point for your rituals and meditations. The crystals chosen should match your magical intentions (>> choose my stone)
• Write down your intentions: Take a piece of paper and clearly write down your goals and desires. Be specific and positive in your affirmations. You can place crystals like clear quartz or carnelian next to your paper to amplify your intentions.
• Meditate and Visualize: Sit in front of your altar, light the candles and meditate on your intentions. Visualize them coming to fruition in your life. Feel the power of the new moon and your chosen crystals supporting you in this process.
• Cleanse Your Crystals and Magical Tools: The new moon, with its energy of renewal, can be used to cleanse your crystals . Some people prefer the new moon to cleanse their crystals by placing them in salt water or burying them in the earth overnight.

The Waxing Moon: The Energy of Growth

During this phase, the moon becomes brighter and brighter each night. It is associated with growth, expansion, and increased energy. This is a great time to work on personal growth, prosperity, and achieving your goals.

• Manifestation Rituals: Use this time to perform manifestation rituals to attract what you desire into your life. Use green or gold candles to symbolize growth and abundance. Wear crystals like citrine or amethyst to amplify your growth intentions.
• Creative and Entrepreneurial Projects: If you are working on creative or entrepreneurial projects, harness the moon’s growth energy to boost your creativity and productivity. Wear or place crystals like green aventurine to promote creativity.
• Charging Crystals and Magical Tools: Each night, expose your crystals and magical tools to the light of the waxing moon to charge them. Visualize them becoming more powerful as the moon waxes. Make sure the crystals you use match your growth goals.

Full Moon: Maximum Power

The full moon is the culmination of the lunar cycle, when the moon is fully illuminated in the night sky. It is associated with maximum power and the realization of your intentions.

• Divination Rituals and Deep Meditation: This is an ideal time for divination , deep meditation, and performing complex magical rituals. Use crystals like labradorite or moonstone to enhance your intuitive abilities.
• Release and Healing: The full moon is conducive to release and healing. Write down what you wish to release and burn the paper to symbolize release. Use crystals like obsidian or red jasper to promote healing and protection.

The Waning Moon: Purification and Cleansing

As the moon wanes, it is associated with reducing energy, purification and cleansing. This is a great time to get rid of negative energies, unwanted habits and obstacles.

• Cleansing Rituals: Use this phase to clear out what no longer serves you. Smudge your space with sage or palo santo , and use crystals like amethyst or smoky quartz to absorb negative energies.
• New Moon Preparation: Use this time to prepare the ground for new intentions for the next new moon. Cleanse your crystals by placing them under running water or exposing them to sage smoke.

Maximizing the influence of lunar phases in magic and lithotherapy

Each lunar phase offers unique opportunities to work with cosmic energy. By aligning your rituals and practices with the natural energies of the cosmos, and using crystal healing to amplify your intentions, you can greatly enhance the effectiveness of your esoteric practice.

• New Moon: Create an altar, write your intentions, meditate and cleanse your crystals.
• Waxing Moon: Perform manifestation rituals, work on creative projects, and charge your crystals.
• Full Moon: Perform divination rituals, meditate deeply, and free yourself from negative energies.
• Waning Moon: Clear your space and prepare for new intentions.

Moon magic is a personal and intuitive practice. There are no strict rules to follow. The key is to align your rituals with the natural energies of the cosmos and use crystal healing to amplify your intentions. By exploring the phases of the moon and adapting these tips to your needs, you can deepen your connection with the cosmos and manifest your deepest desires.

>> Read the article on the purification of stones