🌕 Moon Phases & Your Energy: How to Align Your Rituals with Lunar Cycles

Why Follow the Moon?

Ever felt more emotional on a full moon, or super motivated during a new one?
That’s no coincidence. The moon influences your energy, just like it does the ocean tides. When you learn to flow with it, life feels more in sync.

At Sacred Ceremony Co., we believe in slowing down and listening to the earth, to our spirit, and yes, to the moon. 

The 8 Moon Phases (and What to Do in Each)

1. New Moon 🌚 — New Beginnings

This is your energetic blank slate.

• Do this: Set intentions, journal your dreams.

• Try this: Light a candle and hold a Moonstone in your palm.

Use: Moonstone from our Crystal Collection and Read: What If the Moon Could Fix Your Energy?

2. Waxing Crescent 🌒 — Take Small Steps

Hope is growing. Momentum builds.

• Do this: Make vision boards, start small habits.

• Try this: Meditate with Citrine to boost motivation.

3. First Quarter 🌓 — Take Action

Time to commit and make decisions.

• Do this: Act on your goals. Push through resistance.

• Try this: Hold Tiger’s Eye for focus and strength.

4. Waxing Gibbous 🌔 — Prepare & Polish

You're almost there—fine-tune your plans.

• Do this: Refine projects, organise your space.

• Try this: Cleanse your crystals with sound or smoke.

Read: Cleanse Your Space & Spirit with Smudging

5. Full Moon 🌕 — Celebrate & Release

The moon is at its peak—and so is your energy.

• Do this: Manifest! Dance, journal, release old stories.

• Try this: Take your crystals for a moon bath 🌕

Read: Full Moon vs. New Moon Charging

6. Waning Gibbous 🌖 — Reflect & Rest

It’s gratitude time.

• Do this: Give thanks, slow down.

• Try this: Write a thank-you note to yourself 

7. Last Quarter 🌗 — Let Go

Clear space—physically and emotionally.

• Do this: Detox, declutter, break bad habits.

• Try this: Use Obsidian to cut energetic ties.

8. Waning Crescent 🌘 — Rest & Recharge

This is your deep rest zone.

• Do this: Sleep, dream, unplug from noise.

• Try this: Meditate with Amethyst or take a salt bath 

Align Your Rituals With Crystal Energy

Crystals love lunar energy! Here’s how to match them:

Let the Moon Guide You

“The moon is a reminder that no matter what phase you’re in, you’re still whole.” – Unknown

You don’t need to be perfect or follow every ritual. Just tune in. Light incense, wear your favourite boho kimono, journal under moonlight, or sip tea by your window. 🌼
Let the moon remind you to pause, reflect, and realign.