What are Full Moon Rituals?

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Moon rituals are an ancient practice that is still being done today. They originated in places like Egypt and Babylonia, in cultures that worshipped the moon. Today, moon rituals create a sacred space for you to focus inward, set intentions, spread love and feel empowered.

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There are eight phases of the moon, but the ones commonly used for moon rituals revolve around the full moon and the new moon. The sun and moon come into alignment during the new moon, joining the sun and moon's masculine and feminine energy. This time is associated with positive change. During the full moon, the moon is fully feminine and is associated with intuition. It is a time for creativity and personal insight.

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Full moons are great gateways to create change in our life, they are powerful tools for cleansing and letting go. Astrologically, the full moon is a time to take action. When the moon is its brightest and most active, we get inspired to do the necessary work that is needed to manifest dreams into action. The light of the full moon serves as guidance where we need to focus and shift our energy. 

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To harness the power of the full moon, moon rituals and ceremonies can be used as a powerful tool to self-reflect and create necessary change in your life. Moon ceremonies, dances and rituals have been around for many centuries. Evidence of moon worship has been uncovered at archaeological digs all over the world, from the ancient Celts to the Egyptians. The most common symbol was the lunar disc - a flat, shiny figure worn as a medallion or part of a crown.

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Moon rituals are entering and confirming forms of self-care that create a space in your life to focus inward and examine your goals, needs and intentions. Celebrating the full moon can be a very powerful way for your own self-development.