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Witchcraft and the Phases of the Moon : A Beginner’s Guide

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It’s no secret that the moon caries powerful energy and understanding the connection between the phases of the moon and spellcasting can make your spells so much more powerful as well. Each phase of the moon carries its unique energy, and by aligning your spells with the moon's cycles, you can amplify your magical intentions. In a previous post we went over manifesting with the moon feel free to check that post out as well. In this blog post, we will discuss the different types of spells that work best for each phase of the moon. Grab your grimoires and let's begin.

New Moon Spells

The new moon phase represents new beginnings, fresh starts, and the potential for growth. It's an excellent time to set intentions and plant seeds for new projects or endeavors. New moon spells focus on manifesting desires, promoting personal growth, and attracting new opportunities.

New Moon Spell Ideas:

  • Money spells (for changing monetary circumstances)

  •  Luck spells

  •  New relationship spells

  •  New home spells

  •  New job spells

  •  Fertility spells

Waxing Moon Spells

The waxing moon phase is associated with growth, progress, and positive expansion. It's the ideal time for spells related to advancing your career, fostering personal growth, and attracting abundance. Waxing moon spells harness the moon's energy towards the amplification of your intentions.

Waxing Moon Spell Ideas:

  • Glamour spells for enhanced beauty

  •  Fertility spells for enhanced fertility

  •  Money spells for increased wealth

  •  Health spells for better physical, spiritual, mental, or emotional health

  • Spells to enhance relationships

  •  Justice and peace spells

Full Moon Spells

The full moon phase is a powerful time for spellcasting. The moon's energy is at its peak, making it ideal for amplifying intentions, enhancing spiritual connections, and banishing negativity. Full moon spells harness the moon's luminescence and radiant energy.

Full Moon Spell Ideas:

  •   Protection spells

  •   Love/soulmate spells

  •   Energy restoration spells

  •   Spells to release negative energy/thoughts

  •   Hexes and curses

  •   Spells that are dedicated to a specific deity/spirit guide

  •   Any spell that requires a lot of strong energy

  • High impact magic

*   Fill a clear container with water and charge it under the full moon and use it for cleansing your energy, crystals, tools, use it in spells and so much more; check out the post on moon water for more on this.

Waning Moon Spells

The waning moon phase represents release, letting go, and banishing negativity. It's a time for purifying your energy, removing obstacles, and breaking bad habits. Waning moon spells harness the moon's energy for cleansing and releasing.

Waning Moon Spell Ideas:

  • Spells pertaining to breakups

  •  Spells to release emotions

  •  Spells to change bad habits

  •  Spells relating to dieting or changing one's diet

  •  Weight loss spells (but be careful —these can backfire!)

  •  Binding spells

  •  Spells to distance yourself from someone

  • Freezer spells or cord cuttings

  •  Cleansing rituals

  •  Protection spells that create distance/a barrier

  •  Spells to release negative energy/thoughts

  •  Any spell to stop a specific action

Conclusion

The phases of the moon significantly impact our spell casting practices. By aligning your spells with the moon's cycles, you can harness its unique energy and amplify your intentions. Remember to consider the type of spell and intention you have when choosing the appropriate phase of the moon for your spellcasting endeavors. Embrace the magickal power of the moon and watch your spells soar to new heights.