Once Upon a Lunar Phase

Embracing The Lunar Cycles 

~ Moon Child to Moon Child ~

Our connection to nature has existed for longer than we have been alive and will continue long after we leave the bodies we are using in this seasonal moment. It's no coincidence when the weather changes our mood changes. Depending on the type of weather, and if the weather is good or a tranquil park surrounded by greenery promotes the feeling of calm within us you can feel it inside of you. It's a deep sense of peace and happiness almost heavenly.

These are our spiritual connections with the earth, nature, and the Universe. Each passing season presents a new chance to embrace the unique natural, universal energies, allowing you to create new personalized rituals, and spiritual practices according to the four lunar cycles each month passing by. 

I'm convinced, one of the most impressive cycles is the moon cycle or some would call it "the lunar phase". The moon's changing phases is a welcoming time for wisdom, intuition, divine feminine energy, nurturing, manifesting and spiritual connections.  

Embracing The Moon's Energy

Like a seed in the earth, the moon also goes through birth, rise and death cycles. With each cycle comes a new opportunity for inner growth for an individual. These four moon cycles represent our most intimate personal desires. When we utilize the knowledge of these lunar phases to explore our deepest desires, it gives us the opportunity to enhance our most important relationship: which is that with ourselves. 

While this helps us to find ourselves, it also helps us embrace the moon's energy and incorporate its many traits. The feminine, creative, and fluid energy helps to transform our connection to our true self and our connection with nature or "Mother Earth".

Understanding Lunar Phases

Each lunar phase brings about a chance to focus on and improve all aspect of you and your life. 

Here's some more in depth knowledge about the lunar/moon phases

The New Moon | The Darkest Night

The new moon represents the new beginnings in life, or a fresh start. This is the perfect time to set new intentions and focus your positive energy on planning for new changes you want to manifest in your life and surroundings. 

Spiritually, this is a call for action, for reflection, so you can bring to life your deepest desires and plan on how you will make them your new reality. 

Waxing Crescent Moon

When the moon's illumination is increasing, but less than half of it is illuminated, this is the picture perfect time to set all those intentions for goals you have in mind to create your perfect life. You can make an action plan to work on your goals and watch your growth with your motivation, determination, and discipline. 

When you're spiritually connected, this is the time when you should be energizing yourself and pushing yourself the intentions you have in place. FYI, this is ideal for focusing on getting active, and pushing yourself to your limits no matter what. 

Without action there will be no progress.

First Quarter Moon

When only half a moon is illuminated, it represents decision-making. You should focus on reviewing your intention setting and explore whether it fits in with your long-term goals. Try to evaluate how your actions, work, and manifestations align with what you aim to achieve. 

Waxing Gibbous Moon

Now that more than half a moon is illuminated, it is time to make changes. It is advised to include plans for rendering  intentions, adding more practice and activities to create the experience. Spiritually, it is an great time to take a fresh step, focus on your spiritual growth, and work on making your dreams and goals your new truth. 

The Full Moon

After all the effort and hard work you have invested into yourself , your spiritual growth and your goals, it is now time to celebrate that growth and enjoy the benefits. It is the perfect time to reevaluate your intentions and see how progress you have made. 

In this lunar phase, celebrate you and your life just the way is, and indulge in activities that make you feel good, support you entirely, and energize you for the future moon phases. Your creativity will flow so effortlessly and allow you to reflect on your accomplishments. 

You might feel somewhat overwhelmed with intense emotions, but just try to switch your energy into your growth instead of reacting on emotion or feelings. 

Let go of all negative energies that no longer serve you purpose in your life, and hold on to something that will bring your joy, satisfaction and personal growth. 

Waning Gibbous

When the moon's illumination decreases, this phase represents a time of gratitude. During the Full Moon, you get a chance to celebrate you for all your great efforts. During a Waning Gibbous, it is perfect for giving thanks to the Universe and self for all the great opportunities put in place for you to prosper.

The Third Quarter

The illumination of the opposite side of the First Quarter Moon is called the Third Quarter phase of the lunar/moon cycle. This is the time to focus on forgiveness. Forgive and let go of all that is negatively blocking you from being the best version of yourself. Consider, focusing on your current intentions, and visit the inventory to see just how much you have worked on worked out and achieved. 

Waning Crescent 

When the moon's illumination is getting smaller and less than half the moon is lit, the Waning Moon begins. During this lunar phase, your attention needs to be focus solely on finding and renewing your balance. Let go of everything that no longer serves you any purpose, including old intentions that you made. 

Try to focus all your energy on clearing out your space, making a new spiritual energy, and opening yourself up for the beautiful New Moon lunar phase. Make this a time to for supporting those around you and be understanding to the power of small acts and the positive impacts that they have. 

Redefine yourself, clarify your future goals, and practice consistency with beneficial habits. Live with a positive intent and purpose. 

The New Moon

The sky is at it's darkest moment, when the moon circles back to its original position between the sun and earth,  starting the lunar cycle again. It is the time for fresh starts and new beginnings, setting new intentions, and manifesting all your dreams and desires. 

The Benefits Of Moon Phases

The phases of the moon emanate many different energies throughout the cycles. With each new lunar phase comes a new chance to focus on a specific intention and work on your life goals. Whether it be a manifestation, forgiveness, or simple gratitude. 

By dedicating your energy and time to certain areas of life that need work, you have an opportunity to work on yourself, your spirituality, your goals, and your intentions. Now, your growth won't be limited to just one part; instead, you will live a more fulfilling and positive life while change is in progress. 

 

Our bodies require physical and mental well-being to enjoy optimal health, and our spiritual health is equally important. Therefore, working on your spirituality and your connection to the Universe, the Divine, and/or Self will drastically increase the quality of your life for the rest of your life.