The moon is known for its cycles, for its ebb and flow and influence over the tides. A new moon has a quiet retrospective energy as opposed to the full moon’s physical action energy, but what can we do to take advantage of the energy of the new moon?
Firstly, it’s useful to see what astrological sign the new moon is in because as the sun and moon now lie in the same zodiac sign, these energies will be emphasised for you to claim. These are:
♈ Aries – Passion and courage
♉ Taurus – Determination
♊ Gemini – Social and lively
♋ Cancer – Calm and romantic
♌ Leo – Radiance and articulation
♍ Virgo – Compassion and grounding
♎ Libra – Harmony
♏ Scorpio – Endurance
♐ Sagittarius – Courage and optimism
♑ Capricorn – Resilience and discipline
♒ Aquarius – Intelligence
♓ Pisces – Unpredictability
Spiritual Meaning
New moons symbolise the end of one phase and the start of a new one, so within the darkness of the moon there holds endless possibility. Sometimes the dark can be a cause of anxiety, but it is a time to set clear intentions and put those out to be manifested into effect as the new light comes into sight.
New moons traditionally symbolise a time of new beginnings and rebirth and a time for rest before the next phase of activity. It is the perfect time to reflect and assess your current situation and set intentions for what you would like to happen next. They are cleansing and an opportune time for personal healing.
New Moon Rituals
You can work with the energy of the new moon by carrying out certain rituals or tasks over the three days of the new moon cycle. A moon ritual can be anything you want it to be, from lighting a candle or gazing out of the window at the moon manifesting, to creating a dedicated alter and spending time celebrating and honouring the new moon phase.
Start a Moon Journal – Write out your intentions for the new moon and, with each new moon, take time to go back on your writings and reflect on these as you set your new ones;
Create a New Moon Alter – You could place an envelope holding your written intentions on the alter and surround it with anything that reminds you of the moon or things you find beautiful and sacred;
Cleanse your home – smudge your home using white sage, open the windows and clear out the old energies ready for the new;
Start something new – a hobby, class or a job that you need to get stuck into;
Have a cleansing bath – relax with lavender essential oils and/or bath salts and clear your mind. Surround yourself with crystals and anything you find as a calming influence.
Manifest under the New Moon
🌙 Cleanse your space
🌙 Ground yourself
🌙 Set your wishes out, by writing or saying them
🌙 Believe that you deserve your desires
🌙 Visualise your dreams coming into fruition
Julie Rae 