1st Full Moon of 2023
It’s best to use this lunation as a chance to let go. Have yourself a good cry and give yourself the chance to heal. Moving forward and cutting ties is always hard, but sometimes it must be done — especially when we are dealing with self-preservation.
Now that the new year has begun, we are looking for ways to restart our hearts and emotions, which is precisely what this watery full moon in Cancer offers. Grab a box of tissues, take a walk down memory lane, and prepare yourself to release the past in an effort to create fresh moments for yourself.
There is a strong forcefield of energy around this Full Moon that is beckoning us to pause, reflect, and take our time, so no matter what comes up for you, try to keep this in mind. Try to remind yourself that not everything needs an answer right now and that it is ok to be in a state of unknowing.
Remember, we don’t want to be carrying dead weight into the new year. This is our chance to finally start fresh without any of these worries burdening us. All the more reason to use this full moon as a wake-up call to transform our worlds for the better in 2023 — without the gossip, stress, and burdens that we have been dealing with. The answer is to align with those you trust and share your feelings with them, knowing that you won’t be judged — only loved.
Do not be afraid to dream big and have high hopes during this Wolf Moon.
Full Moon Ritual
Water Ritual:
• Take two cups, one with water, one without.
• On the cup with water, pop a post-it note saying what you want to release.
• On the empty cup, pop a post-it note saying what you want to embody and welcome.
• Take the cup with water, and say thank you for the lessons and what you’re being shown to release. Then pour the water into the other cup.
• Visualize yourself becoming all you want to be and drink the water.
Smoke and Sage Ritual:
When doing a full Moon ritual, you will need very simple tools, your sage and or palo santo wood, your shell and stand, a bowl of water, a candle and three pieces of blank paper to write down three things you want to let go of.
Make sure you are doing this in a comfortable space and somewhere that is safe to burn your sage or palo santo wood. Remember to open the window in the room you are in, so the negative can leave your home.
Write down 1 thing you want to let go of on each piece of paper and fold them up.Light your candle and place beside the bowl of water.
Choose 1 piece of paper at a time and set your intention to let this go from your life, take a deep breath and light it from the candle, then place in the water.
Do this for each thing you want to let go of and each time setting your intention.
Once all three things have been released from their hold on you, light your sage and smudge your head and heart and direct it out the window.
This is such a simple technique that you can do anytime you feel a little overwhelmed.
Let’s all release and welcome this full moon.
xx
Claire
The Hunters Full Moon
This Hunters Moon will be shining bright on the 20th of October reflecting the rhythms of life enduring an endless process of death and rebirth with its 28-day cycle.
It symbolises imagination, intuition, dreaming, self love and represents transition and renewal.It is a time for internal work and self-reflection. So begins the dark half of the year. Accept and welcome the darkness with open arms. Rejoice in the warmth that you can fold yourself in and know that this darkness allows for rest and rejuvenation.
It is a wonderful time for gratitude and appreciation for all that has transpired and all that have overcome.
Be the lightness when the sun goes down and bathe in the moonlight to replenish what you are lacking in.
XClaire
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August Full Moon
Sturgeon Full Moon on the 22nd of August.
Another full moon in Aquarius! The July full moon is also in Aquarius, so this is the second in a row. That usually means the two Moons are linked, and what was focused on around the first one in July is again focused on with this second one in August. It may be that something started in July and finishes in August, or we get an idea of things in July and see culminations in August. This can be the best time for culminations and results, and this may focus on change, the future, our dreams, or the masses. We may gain independence, make strides with innovation, or realize invention and it’s going to bring positivity our way.
FULL MOON RITUALS STURGEON MOON RITUALS:
Water Ritual:
• Take two cups, one with water, one without.
• On the cup with water, pop a post-it note saying what you want to release.
• On the empty cup, pop a post-it note saying what you want to embody and welcome.
• Take the cup with water, and say thank you for the lessons and what you’re being shown to release. Then pour the water into the other cup.
• Visualize yourself becoming all you want to be and drink the water.
Smoke and Sage Ritual:
When doing a full Moon ritual, you will need very simple tools, your sage and or palo santo wood, your shell and stand, a bowl of water, a candle and three pieces of blank paper to write down three things you want to let go of.
Make sure you are doing this in a comfortable space and somewhere that is safe to burn your sage or palo santo wood. Remember to open the window in the room you are in, so the negative can leave your home.
Write down 1 thing you want to let go of on each piece of paper and fold them up.Light your candle and place beside the bowl of water.
Choose 1 piece of paper at a time and set your intention to let this go from your life, take a deep breath and light it from the candle, then place in the water.
Do this for each thing you want to let go of and each time setting your intention.
Once all three things have been released from their hold on you, light your sage and smudge your head and heart and direct it out the window.
This is such a simple technique that you can do anytime you feel a little overwhelmed.
Let’s all release and welcome this full moon.
xx
Claire
How to sage (smudge) to create a safe space in your home.
How to sage your home correctly
Before lighting up your sage, you should do a quick lap through your home and remove any excess clutter. Open all windows, closets, and doors in your home.
Then, head to your favourite space in your home and place your sage into your shell. Burn a candle, set an intention, and then light the sage using the candle. Blow it out so the embers are glowing. With both hands, bring the smoke into your heart, over your head and down the front and back body to cleanse yourself.
Next, it’s time to get your smudge on. Starting on the lowest level of your space, move room to room and use your feather (if you have one) to waft the smoke into all four corners, where the ceiling and walls meet. Then, direct the smoke out through windows and doorways.
Once you’ve finished smudging, extinguish your sage by rubbing it in dirt or sand, on concrete, or stamping it out in a ceramic bowl. (Whatever you do, just don’t put sticks out in water—you won’t be able to use them again.) Return the shell and sage to your favourite space and give gratitude to the plant for its healing.
After the smoke clears
Once we’ve cleansed a space, the energy often neutralizes. At this moment, it’s important to fill the space with the energy of love. This is where I recommend using the Palo Santo wood in the exact same process to welcome the positive energy into your home and heart.
You can choose to use either or both the Sage and Palo Santo, use what your heart tells you is right for the day.
I believe you should sage once a week. But like any kind of wellness practice, the more frequently you do it, the better. Morning time is the best however for the likes of a full moon ritual then you would practice this in the evening of the full moon.
Full Moon Ritual
The full moon is a perfect time to let thoughts and feelings go from your life that you no longer need, as it symbolizes a new phase in the world.
When doing a full Moon ritual, you will need very simple tools, your sage and or palo santo wood, your shell and stand, a bowl of water, a candle and three pieces of blank paper to write down three things you want to let go of.
Make sure you are doing this in a comfortable space and somewhere that is safe to burn your sage or palo santo wood. Remember to open the window in the room you are in, so the negative can leave your home.
Write down 1 thing you want to let go of on each piece of paper and fold them up.
Light your candle and place beside the bowl of water.
Choose 1 piece of paper at a time and set your intention to let this go from your life, take a deep breath and light it from the candle, then place in the water.
Do this for each thing you want to let go of and each time setting your intention.
Once all three things have been released from their hold on you, light your sage and smudge your head and heart and direct it out the window.
This is such a simple technique that you can do anytime you feel a little overwhelmed.
