The full Moon is a portal to carry out rituals that help manifest what we want, because in this lunar phase the energy of our satellite is at its highest point. We have selected four rituals to practice at night with the full moon that, among other things, help develop clairvoyance and give strength to our intention.

The moon has been considered since ancient times a star of magical potential allied with rituals. Its mysterious halo captivates us and its presence in the night sky has inspired numerous artistic works, some as famous as the classic trip to the moonby Jules Verne, or the painting by Vincent van Gogh, starry night.

The rituals and routines that revolve around the moon are based on take advantage of the energy of the phase in which it is found to plant projects, connect with the secrets that we keep inside us or, as in the case of the full Moon, in which the energy is at its highest point, carry out rituals of manifestation of projects, dreams or desires to fulfill.

The perennial influence of the moon

Although the white star is not always visible, its influence is felt every day of the year.

«For this reason, the rituals about it can be done at any time and day. These nocturnal magical practices They have their origin in the lack of electric light and the prohibition of doing magicso the best time for our pagan ancestors to gather was at night in the forest,” he explains. Mónica Fernandes Salvador, ritual expertfounder and director of the Ecos del Norte School of Witchcraft, in Vitoria.

The energy of the full moon

Each lunar phase is associated with a type of energy and when the Earth satellite is completely illuminated brings great amount of clarity and fullnessso it is ideal for carrying out rituals in order to manifest goals.

In the case of other lunar phases, the dynamics are different: «For example, when the moon begins to wane, it is advisable to focus on releasing or eliminating what is preventing us from moving forward; with the new moon or dark moon we rest and meditate on achievements and objectives; and in the waxing phase, we sow what we want to manifest,» Fernandes clarifies. Rituals with honey in the growing phase, widely used to attract abundance, focus precisely on focusing on the intention.

«With the full moon comes the time to harvest or manifest the result,» concludes the expert.

Precisely because the Full Moon phase is a time of culmination, it can also bring a lot of turmoil. That is why it is also a good time to practice a relaxing meditation that helps you connect with the energy of the full moon with more serenity.

Where to do the ritual

Each month’s full moon has a different energy; You can do them outdoors, as is often recommended in summer solstice rituals, but the ideal way to do rituals with the Earth’s satellite is prepare a small space at home where you can collect yourself and even, why not, design a small altar.

“It is important to create a space to put what you want to be able to carry out spiritual and magical work or where to meditate and write,” adds the specialist, who proposes five rituals associated with the full moon, with different purposes.

Full Moon ritual to awaken intuition

When the moon is at its highest point, it is a good time to enhance psychic abilities in order to amplify the sensesallowing us to perceive beyond the physical world and access a deeper understanding of the universe.

What is needed

How to do the ritual step by step

1. Prepare a mixture of lavender, shredded bay leaves, and mugwort (these plants are associated with visions and dreams).
2. Place the candle in the center of the altar and the other objects around it.
3. Focus your attention on improving psychic abilities and visualize how the moon’s energy charges each object.
4. Light the candle and breathe deeply.
5. Take the moonstone or selenite; Close your eyes and visualize the silver light entering through the crown of your head and illuminating the area between your eyebrows to feel that light, which activates psychic perception.
6. Take the mixture of plants that has been made previously and sprinkle it in the container with water, while stirring with your finger and reciting over a loudspeaker three times: «May the light of the moon improve my psychic vision tonight. Under the celestial radiance of the full moon, my wisdom and intuition grow.»
7. Dip your fingers in the water with herbs and place between the eyebrows to cleanse and open psychic vision.
8. Write down your impressions in your notebook as a reference to the experience.
9. To close the spell, thank the moon and the universe, let the candle burn down, place the stone used in the ritual under the pillow to continue working with the energy of this full moon spell through dreams.

Ritual to release blocked emotions

The Full Moon illuminates everything, including the deepest wounds, so its presence makes it a powerful healing tool. For this purpose, only a piece of paper and a pen (to write what you want to release), a fireproof container and matches or a lighter.

1. In front of the altar, connect with the earth through deep breaths and feel the night around you. Write on a sheet of paper all the wounds and emotional blockages that you feel and want to release. Focus on the intention to let it all go, to make room for healing and positivity.
2. Once everything is written, the paper is raised to the moonlight and silently asked to cleanse and release the burdens, the paper is burned in the fire-resistant container and you watch how the smoke carries the written words into the universe so that they are transformed and released.
3. It is advisable to give time to feel the lightness and space that is created by letting go.
4. Finally, thank the moon for its purifying energy and connect to the earth, walking barefoot.

Ritual to attract good luck

In this full moon ritual an amulet is created and charged to attract good luck and strengthen the intention.

What is needed

• An amethyst crystal (or quartz)
• A small cloth bag
• A bowl with rosemary and lavender
• A paper with the drawing of the alguiz rune

How to do the ritual step by step

1. Focus on what you want to attract in life (health, peace, emotional balance).
2. Hold the quartz in your hands and visualize the healing light of the moon charging them with new intentions.
3. Put the crystal in a bowl with the plants to add the healing properties of the herbs to the amulet (lavender brings tranquility and peace, and rosemary purifies and heals).
4. Place the amethyst, the herbs and the rune drawing in the bag; close it to seal the intentions inside.
5. Hold the amulet close to your heart and ask that its energy bless and strengthen the path.
6. Leave the bag on the altar overnight and, the next morning, take the amulet bag and carry it always.
7. Ground yourself (visualizing roots on the bottoms of your feet) and express gratitude for the new path that began last night.

Ritual to find solutions

It serves to harness the power of the full moon to gain knowledge, clarity and guidance for the next lunar cycle.

What is needed

• A quiet space
• A divination tool: this can be a journal for automatic writing, runes, or even an oracle or tarot cards.
• A white or silver candle (to symbolize the moon and enhance psychic abilities)
• A small bowl of water (to represent the water element, associated with intuition and the subconscious).

How to do the ritual step by step

1. Place all the tools on the altar (candle on the right, the diary or oracle in the center and the bowl of water on the left).
2. Light the candle and invite the energy of the moon to illuminate the space with its glow.
3. Sit and breathe deeply to let the moonlight flood the body, imagining that it clears and opens the third eye, the chakra located between the eyebrows.
4. Hold the divination tool in your hands and mentally express the intention with which the ritual is performed (what is the question for which you are seeking an answer).
5. Use the chosen divination tools, letting the writing flow in the journal or making a specific spread related to the question asked if applicable.
6. Reflect on the practice of the ritual; its results and messages.
7. Connect to the earth, visualizing roots in your feet or walking barefoot, while continuing to reflect.