Moon Phase Energy & Magic:Witches Cupboard Blog

Moon Phase Energy & Magic

October 7, 2009 8:26 pm

The Moon is a powerful influence on our emotions, and our lives. And why not? Our bodies are up to 75% water! So what effect do the different moon phases have on us? When is the best time for casting your perfect spell?

Waxing Moon: When the dark side of the moon is to your left, and the bright side to your right, the moon is waxing full. This means it is growing toward a full moon.

This is the time to draw things toward you. A great time for attraction spells of all types (love, money, luck,) growth, abundance, fertility, wishing, good health, anything involving increasing. Plan a new business, begin a relationship, find a new job. This is a time to attract & gain. This phase of the moon represents the Goddess in her Maiden aspect.

Full Moon: This is, of course, when the moon appears completely full and bright.

This time can be good for any spells that need a little extra oomph, or magick! The night of the full moon (and some say the 3 days proceeding and 3 days following) is the time of strongest energy. A good time for fertility spells, as this moon phase is symbolic of the Mother Goddess aspect. Use this time to bring projects and spells begun during the waxing moon to fruition. The full moon is especially powerful for anything pertaining to protection, divination, prophecy, spirituality.

Waning Moon: When the moon is no longer full, and the light seems to be disappearing, it is waning toward a new moon. If the light of the moon is to your left, and the dark of the moon to your right, you know it is a waning moon.

Waning moons are an opportunity to get rid of , banish, things we do not want and/or need. Break bad habits, end relationships, get a negative person out of your life, lose weight, illness, etc. This is the moon phase of the Crone aspect of the Goddess.

New Moon: The moon is new when it is dark, no light is visible.

Some people believe you should refrain from calling upon energies at this time. Think of this time as a cosmic time out, much like a mercury retrograde or moon VOC. Do not actively cast, instead, do things of a more passive nature. This is a good time to conduct blessings, cleanse & consecrate your tools, work in your Book of Shadows.

Whether you notice of not, the moon is always influencing your life and your emotions. Do your best to work with her, and you may find that your life is not only smoother, but happier as well!

~Anyanka