Throughout time, human beings have gazed at the Moon and been in awe of her magnificence. Our ancestors revered the Moon just as much as the Sun with the Sun representing masculine energy and the Moon representing feminine energy. Today many of us may not pay that much attention to the Moon and the power that she wields but it is important to understand her cycles and see how they work in accordance with our cycles.
The Moon goes through her complete cycle in roughly 29 days from New Moon to New Moon and knowing what cycle you are in can help you to harness the divine feminine energy and use it to help you in all areas of your life. The female body is very much in tune with Mother Moon and if you happen to track your menstrual cycle you might want to see how your bleeding coincides with the cycles of the Moon as well. Knowing this information can give you better insight into your day-to-day life and linking it to your Goddess power.
So let’s look at each cycle and break them down so that we can gain a better understanding of the energy that it posses.
New Moon
In this cycle, we can not see the Moon in the sky. Because the Moon is “hiding” this is a time of
new beginnings and introspection
. Emotionally you may feel as though you want to retreat within yourself. The New Moon cycle is when we pause and breathe for a moment. It’s best not to do any serious tasks and to allow yourself to indulge in some much-needed self-care practices.
Waxing Crescent
The Moon begins to show herself in a beautiful crescent shape and it is at this time that we begin to take action and set our intentions. Plant the seeds for the things that you want to see grow in this lunar cycle. Write them down in a journal or on a sheet of paper, say them out loud, see yourself attaining these goals and wishes for yourself and know that they are yours to have. While it can be very easy to write down extremely large goals, know that there are small steps that need to take place in order for those large goals to materialize. So start small and build.
First Quarter Moon
The moon appears to be split in half and that is appropriate for this cycle because you may face some challenges. You might have to make some snap decisions and act swiftly in order for your intentions to manifest but know that these actions are only bringing you closer to your goals. Writing down your intentions can be vital since you may need a friendly reminder to keep your eyes on the prize.
Waxing Gibbous
Once you have moved through your challenges you may have to refine your intentions. Maybe you had a change of heart. Maybe the Universe showed you that what you thought you wanted really wasn’t in your best interest. Whatever the reason, this is a time to reevaluate your intentions and see if they are still in accordance with the path that you are on. Don’t worry about having to make modifications, we often need to adjust or shift so that Mother Moon can send us what is best for us.
Full Moon
The Moon is in her full beauty and now is the time that we harvest and reap what we have sown. It is important to be open and prepared. Don’t worry or stress if you do not see your intentions fully manifest right away, it may take a couple of cycles before you see the completion of your goals. Be patient and know that Mother Moon is working in your favor.
Waning Gibbous
Whether you have received the full manifestation of your intentions, or you may have seen a glimmer of something brewing, this is the cycle for showing your gratitude. Tell Mother Moon what you are thankful for, share and spread that gratefulness and love to others around you.
Last Quarter Moon
Now that you have given thanks it is time to let go of the things that no longer serve you. Release any old patterns that are not for your greater good, remove any people from your life that are only bringing negativity, cleanse yourself of any emotions that you wish to release. You may also want to cleanse your home of anything that you no longer need. All of this is getting you ready for the next lunar cycle.
Waning Crescent
As the Moon begins to go dark again we take this time to surrender and let the Universe and Mother Moon handle things. You have been exerting a great deal of work and energy during this entire moon cycle and it is time to rest. Whatever will be will be. Do not try and prepare for the next cycle, simply allow yourself to recuperate.
