I mean, I just bought a pendulum instead of the Maria Tash earrings I wanted.
And now its the moon Im getting myself acquainted with.
For some people, its even a useful tool for syncing and better understanding their menstrual cycle.
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Learn how to work with the moon in your mindfulness or self-care routine with advice from experts, ahead.
What Are Moon Rituals?
Moon rituals are an ancient practice that is still done today.
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They originated in places like Egypt and Babylonia in cultures that worshipped the moon.
This time is associated with positive change.
During the full moon, the mood is fully feminine and is associated with nourishment and intuition.
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It is also a magical time for creativity and personal insight.
Benteau practices moon rituals from her home in Newfoundland.
For this, Benteau uses empowerment spells on the full moon or banishing spells on the new moon.
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It’s all about what you as a person need at that time," she explains.
“There seems to be a new wave of moon babies.
Setting intentions or manifesting helps to call in different situations, circumstances, or goals into your life.
They can be used to find personal empowerment or finding time to commit to a meditation orjournaling practice.
The full moon, on the other hand, celebrates what youve manifested and completeda time for reflection.
In the beginning, I found it easier to focus on one intention at a time.
I use one aptly called The Moon.
New Moon Ritual Bath
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Theres something incredibly soothing about having a moon-themed ritual bath.
you’re able to begin by dimming the lights, burning your favoritecandles, andrunning a bath.
Think about the intentions youd like to set for this ritual.
I usually do this one before meditating, casting spells, or working with tarot cards.
Then all you have to do is unplug and relax.
Be grateful for the candle, the flame, the wax.
Use a paper and pen to write out the things that no longer serve your best self.
Add gratitude to your spell, if you wish.
Add essential oils, herbs, flowersget creative!
Meditation Moon Ritual
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Were all guilty of constantly replaying the everyday stresses we face.
The tools we talk about in Moon Club [help you feel] more connected to your true/whole self.
Having that connection and time to share with someone else is so rewarding.
Even the act of choosing each herb, berry, and flower holds power.
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