The witchy full moon is a magical event that captures the imagination of many. The full moon, with its bright and mysterious glow, has long been associated with witchcraft and the supernatural. It is said that during a witchy full moon, the powers of witches and other mystical beings are heightened, and the veil between the physical and spiritual realms is thin. Witchcraft and the moon have a deep connection that spans cultures and centuries. In ancient times, the moon was believed to govern the cycles of life, including fertility, birth, and death. It was also believed that certain phases of the moon had different energies and could be harnessed for different types of magic.
A crystal grid is another way to get creative under the full moon, says Hadas. Arrange all of your crystals, specifically those that represent what you want to manifest, into beautiful geometric patterns while visualizing your intentions. Include stones like moonstone and selenite specifically, as these represent the unique balancing powers of the moon. Then, set it up on your altar, in your living room, or outside under the guiding light of the moon herself.
The same can be said for other modes of scrying Look into the surface of still water, or get your hands on a black scrying mirror or obsidian sphere, and focus on the guidance, inspiration, or answers you seek. The same can be said for other modes of scrying Look into the surface of still water, or get your hands on a black scrying mirror or obsidian sphere, and focus on the guidance, inspiration, or answers you seek.
It was also believed that certain phases of the moon had different energies and could be harnessed for different types of magic. For example, the full moon is often associated with abundance, intuition, and manifestation. During a witchy full moon, many witches and practitioners of magic will gather to perform rituals and spells.
Get Witchy With These Full Moon Rituals
So you want to get witchy? Well, then you simply have to love the Moon—that’s just how it is. If you want to supercharge your life with lunar power, a Full Moon is the time to do it. Why? Well, the Full Moon is the ~energetic peak~ of the month, and you can tap into its power with lunar rituals. Sound magick? Yes, it actually is.
Below, find three simple rituals you can perform on any Full Moon you wish—as long as it’s not during an eclipse. Magick + eclipses = chaos! During a Full Moon, you can work with just one of these rituals, or you can combine all three to form one longer ritual. Let your heart be your guide, baby!
Ritual 1: Make a sigil for your intention
Full Moons and New Moons are both good times to form an intention—basically a tweet for your spiritual life that acts as a guiding force for your magick. For a Full Moon intention, you can either focus on something you want to call into your life (because a Full Moon is the peak of the lunar cycle) or something you want to let go of (because each day after the Full Moon, the lunar light shrinks, reflecting your own ability to let shit go).
Choose something specific you want, and write it down. Once you have your intention, you can make a charged symbol, known as a sigil, to begin your manifestation (aka asking the universe for what you want and being open to receiving it).
- Write out your intention: “I’m a rich bitch, and I receive an extra thousand dollars a month with ease.”
- Cross out any repeating letters, so you’re left with: i m a r c h b t n d e v x o u s l w
- If you want, you can also cross out the vowels. You’d be left with: m r c h b t n d v x s l w
- Grab a pen and paper and write out whatever letters are left, overlapping them and turning them into a visual symbol to represent your intention. The less this looks like an actual word, the better! Get creative!
- Draw a circle around the finished product. You’ve got yourself a damn sigil.
- Charge this sigil by focusing on your intention as you do anything that raises your energy—like jumping around, hula hooping, chanting, singing, dancing, or masturbating (hello, you’re practicing sex magick now). At the peak of your ~activity~, look at your sigil and picture yourself sending energy into it. Then rest in the afterglow as you visualize what it would feel like to come true.
- After you’re done charging your sigil, destroy it! You can tear it up, throw it out, burn it up, or bury it. It’s in your subconscious now and it’s doing its job, even if you’re not aware of it.
Voilà, baby! That’s magick!
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Ritual 2: Write affirmations for the rest of the lunar cycle
Just like sigils, you can use a Full Moon affirmation either to call something in or to release any limiting beliefs you have. Choose your affirmation carefully, because you’re going to be saying it for two whole weeks.
An affirmation to support your intention may be: I am a rich bitch; I am an abundant witch; I receive with ease. An affirmation to release negative beliefs may be: I release all negative beliefs that limit my ability to be prosperous.
Say your affirmations three times each, every day for the two weeks following the Full Moon, and watch your life transform. P.S. You can turn both of these into sigils as well.
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Ritual 3: Charge a candle with your intention
Once you have your intention, you can use it to charge a white or silver candle (white is for attraction, and silver is for lunar magick). Here’s how:
- Either write out your intention or create a sigil.
- If you like, carve a sigil or a word representing your intention into the candle. (This is optional.)
- “Dress” the candle by spreading oil or honey (for sweetness) from the base of the candle to the tip. If you’d like, place various herbs on a paper towel or plate and roll the candle in them. Select herbs that match your intention, like lavender for healing, mint for money, roses for love, bay for protection, or chamomile for relaxation.
- Take a moment to meditate on your intention.
- Place the candle in a candle holder or on a plate (melt the bottom of the candle first to make it stick), and light it.
- Read your intention or affirmation out loud.
- Charge the candle by letting it burn all the way down. Do not blow it out—snuff the flame if you need to, and then relight it when you can focus on your intention.
- Dispose of any excess wax in a garbage can at an intersection (the modern witches’ crossroad!) to disperse the energy.
Have fun and enjoy some Moon magick!
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Gabriela Herstik is a witch, fashion alchemist and columnist based in Los Angeles. She is the author of Inner Witch, Bewitching the Elements, and Embody Your Magick, and the columnist behind the High Priestess column in High Times magazine. Her writing has appeared on sites such as Vogue International, Allure, Broadly, i-D, Dazed Beauty, NYLON, and others. She writes on the intersection of witchcraft, glamour and sexuality and is a devotee of the Goddess of Love. You can connect with her on her website, Instagram and Twitter.
“Work with the energy of the place you’re in, even if it's not the middle of the woods. You can still use all that stimuli to inform your magickal practice,” adds Kelly. “If you're in a city, really tap in to see what is the movement and the rhythm of the city and the people in the city telling you and how can that inform your practice.”
They may gather in covens or practice alone, but all share a reverence for the moon and its mysterious power. These rituals can vary greatly depending on the individual and the tradition they follow, but they often involve meditation, energy work, and spellcasting. Witchy full moons are considered a powerful time for manifesting intentions and desires. Many witches will use this time to set goals and work on spells related to personal growth, love, abundance, and protection. Some may use crystals, herbs, and other tools to enhance their rituals and draw upon the moon's energy. In addition to its magical associations, the full moon has also been associated with the archetype of the witch. In folklore and literature, witches are often portrayed as supernatural beings who draw power from the moon and use it to perform their spells and enchantments. This connection has influenced popular culture, with many depictions of witches showcasing their powers under the light of a full moon. Overall, the witchy full moon is a captivating and enchanting phenomenon. Whether one believes in witchcraft or not, there is no denying the allure and mystery of the full moon and its association with magic. It serves as a reminder of the natural cycles of life and the power that lies within each of us to manifest our desires and connect with the spiritual realm..
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