Dear moon lovers,
At La Mia Luna, we wholeheartedly embrace cyclical living and the deep connection to the natural rhythms and cycles of nature. Each natural cycle carries its own unique potential and energy, inviting us to welcome and harness it in our lives.
To be aware of the Moon’s cycle and its phases is to be aware of yourself. It’s about being attuned to the Universe and recognizing the profound connection you have within yourself and with everything around you. Everything is interconnected, and we are all linked to the same energy.
Living by the Moon phases encourages you to connect more deeply with nature. It invites you to be intentional and mindful about how you spend your days and weeks.
Now, it’s time to embrace our beloved Full Moon.
During the Full Moon phase, the Moon is at its brightest, having reached its full shape. It illuminates the dark night with its pale bluish-white light, capturing our attention. It’s a powerful phenomenon that’s hard to ignore.
Full Moons have always exerted such a potent influence that they’ve been given various names across cultures, often reflecting the natural world, seasonal changes, or significant events tied to the time of year. Many names we use today, like “Wolf Moon” or “Strawberry Moon,” originate from Native American tribes, who used these names to mark seasonal changes and guide agricultural practices. European and Anglo-Saxon traditions also contributed names like “Harvest Moon” and “Yule Moon,” linking the lunar cycle to farming and religious observances. While these names once served as practical tools for tracking time, they now act as cultural and poetic reminders of our connection to nature and the changing seasons.
Each month’s Full Moon not only has its own name but also carries a unique story. These names embody a deeper meaning tied to the natural season of the Full Moon. The beauty of naming the Full Moons and understanding their significance is that it always brings with it a deeper reminder of the specific themes associated with the current season and the qualities of that Full Moon.
The Energy of the Full Moon
The energy of the Full Moon is powerful and intense. The Full Moon occurs in the zodiac sign opposite to the current sun sign, creating an extremely potent charge of energy. It feels as though different forces are pulling everything in various directions.
During the Full Moon, the energy is high, and life force is at its peak. Enjoy this vibrant time. Connect with your people, and explore new possibilities. You thrive during the Full Moon!
Full Moon energy is also very revealing, often bringing forth truths and realizations. You can see everything from multiple perspectives due to the opposing sign energies. Full Moon time is a moment for insights, perhaps even surprising ones.
The Potential of the Full Moon
The Full Moon is the most active time of the month, with energy at its full potential. You are encouraged to achieve, evolve, and pursue your passions. This is a time for assertiveness, play, fun, and celebration.
The Full Moon is an ideal time to reflect on your life as it stands right now. It’s your moment to assess how your life aligns with your intentions, purpose, and calling. Consider how your needs and desires are being met. Dare to be honest and listen to your inner wisdom. It’s very powerful to ask yourself:
- What are my mind, body, and soul telling me right now?
- What feels heavy? What doesn’t align with my purpose? What no longer serves my well-being or that of those around me?
During the Full Moon, it’s essential to recognize both the burdens and opportunities in your current situation. When you gain insights, you create space for new opportunities and changes to enter.
Emotions During the Full Moon
Emotions during the Full Moon phase can be equally intense. You may feel powerful and energized, or perhaps triggered and exposed. You might feel the need to be very honest and open, or you may feel overwhelmed and restless. On the other hand, you could feel eager, excited, and vibrant. All these emotions are natural and serve as reminders of something meaningful.
Remember that each emotion is simply energy in motion. All emotions are temporary and will pass. As a powerful being, you decide how long and how much you hold on to each emotion. When an emotion causes more pain than pleasure and no longer serves you, it’s time to let it go. Before releasing it, pause to notice the message the emotion brings. After acknowledging the insight, thank the emotion for its reminder and let it go.
Reminders for the Full Moon Phase
Take a moment to reflect on your achievements since the New Moon. The Full Moon is also a time to celebrate—acknowledging the progress made since the last New Moon and the one in the same sign as the current Full Moon. During the Full Moon, think back to approximately six months prior. What have you learned, and how have you progressed toward your intentions during that period? Now is the time to celebrate and be grateful for your growth since the latest New Moon and the intentions you set at that time.
Be Mindful During the Full Moon. The Full Moon can be intense, so balance activity with moments of stillness. Intense emotions may arise in you and others. Be mindful of your words and actions, and avoid exaggeration. If anxiety rises, take time for rest. The Full Moon phase will pass, and harmony will return.
Full Moon Rituals
- Journal about the things in your life that you want to celebrate and for which you are grateful right now. Then, celebrate in a way that feels most natural to you. Feast on seasonal treats. Arrange a gathering with your loved ones. Do something that gives you pleasure and joy, something that activates the flow state within. Enjoy the peak of this energy.
- Pause to consider how your New Moon intentions have evolved. See if any changes are needed. Journaling with tarot cards for a broader perspective is warmly recommended. Journaling about your thoughts adds depth and helps you connect with your heart and soul.
- Take a moment to recognize the new revelations and opportunities around you. Tap into your intuition. Listen carefully to the messages your heart and soul want to convey. Be aware and connected with your body and mind.
Tools for Embracing and Amplifying the Full Moon Energy
Crystals to use during the Full Moon
Full Moon energy is naturally amplifying and energetic. To balance this intense energy, use calming and grounding crystals such as moonstone and smoky quartz. For heightened intuition and clarity, consider amethyst and clear quartz. For releasing blocked energies, selenite is highly recommended.
Essential Oils for Amplifying the Full Moon Energy
Similarly to crystals, calming essential oils are beneficial during the energetic Full Moon period. Some favorite essential oils that help you calm down and enter a more intuitive space include lavender, chamomile, rose, and ylang-ylang. Create a blend of these oils in a diffuser and let the calming scent linger in your home for the most powerful effect.
Astrological Insights: Understanding the Energies of the Full Moon
During the Full Moon, stay aware of the energetic vibrations around you. These energies add a unique nuance to everything you do and provide powerful cues about the life themes that would most benefit your attention right now. The energies are particularly favorable for certain themes during this period. The Full Moon always occurs in a specific zodiac sign.
Consider the following themes that are most active during each sign, and reflect on your Full Moon time and realizations from these perspectives:
- Aries: Authority, responsibility, strength, limitations, boundaries
- Taurus: Values, beliefs, ideologies, stability
- Gemini: Duality, decisions, understanding, change, communication
- Cancer: Nurturing, passivity, softness, receiving, healing
- Leo: Creativity, patience, strength, passion, desires, confusion
- Virgo: Clarity, introspection, knowledge, perfection, awareness
- Libra: Harmony, honesty, balance, equality, karma, justice
- Scorpio: Depth, transformation, letting go, new beginnings, evolving
- Sagittarius: Moderation, learning, adventure, optimism, trust
- Capricorn: Integrity, discipline, shadow work, structure
- Aquarius: Freedom, community, future, visions
- Pisces: Dreams, illusions, intuition, emotions, mysticism
The Full Moon Leads to the Waning Moon Phase: Time to Release and Renew
The Full Moon marks the beginning of the Waning Moon phase. The Moon gradually darkens as we move toward the Last Quarter. This phase symbolizes shedding and letting go of unnecessary aspects of your life. After the revelations and decisions made during the Full Moon, it’s time to release what no longer serves you. During the Waning Moon, you mindfully detach yourself, preparing for the next New Moon cycle. Keep in mind that the Waning Moon cycle is not a time for high action but for rest and recovery. The insights from the Full Moon bring clarity, eventually leading to harmony and peace of mind. Embrace this newfound clarity and harmony during the two weeks following the Full Moon. Mindfully and intentionally, slow down your pace of action and take more time for rest and recovery until the New Moon begins the cycle anew.
Living Mindfully During the Lunar Cycles
During the Full Moon, the lunar cycle reaches its midpoint. The Full Moon invites you to take time for mindful reflection on your life and gain powerful insights. It’s an opportunity to assess where you are now and where you desire and need to head next.
The lunar cycles are always brimming with potential, each bringing a unique, potent vibration of energy to guide your focus and growth during this time. Every lunar cycle encourages self-awareness, learning, and attunement with your higher self and purpose. The Moon cycles invite you to nourish your soul connection, as well as your connections to everything around you. This is your time to see where you want to evolve and focus on cultivating that growth.
During the lunar cycle, it’s essential to take mindful moments to reflect on whether you are progressing toward the intentions you set during the prior Moon phases. It’s easy to lose track in a world full of demands and distractions. However, the intentions you’ve set are meaningful and deserve to be cherished and acted upon.
You can choose to set aside a moment for yourself and your intentions daily, a few times a week, or at least weekly. This is your time to sit down in peace and quiet and check in on your journey through this lunar cycle. You might ask yourself:
- How does this lunar cycle feel to me so far? What makes me feel this way?
- Do I feel like I’m on the right path?
- Are there any changes I need to make right now?
If you have mixed feelings or uncertainty, it’s a call to rethink and make adjustments. If something doesn’t align with your intentions, it’s time to realign your actions and surroundings.
- What is the next step I can take toward my intentions?
Look for the next small step you can take. Be mindful of the signals around you that might guide your next move.
Remember, it’s okay to change course. If something feels off, it might not be meant for you. Take this time to revisit, rethink, and refine your intentions. Be prepared to redefine your perspectives and visions during the lunar cycle. Approach the ebbs and flows with courage and curiosity—new insights are always welcome. Even if things aren’t going according to your expectations or desires, they are aligning for your greater good. Every challenge you face during the New Moon cycle is happening for you, for your best. There are lessons to be learned, and being aware of their possibilities is for your greater good. Gratitude for the lessons provided is the key to growth.
Staying Aware of the Moon Cycles and Natural Rhythms
With this guidance on Full Moon energy and its potential, I invite you to stay updated on the current Moon cycle. La Mia Luna’s cyclical calendar is a great tool to help you stay informed about important dates throughout the year. Here, you’ll find the dates for significant seasonal celebrations, New Moons, Full Moons, and zodiac sign changes, along with the dates for Mercury retrogrades. Being aware of these dates allows you to live more in sync with nature and its natural rhythms. You are warmly welcomed to embrace a more mindful and meaningful life through cyclical living and a deep connection to nature.
Wishing you happy and harmonious moon cycles,
Mimi 🌙
Read on:
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