Full Moon Ritual and Recipe
Ohhh this upcoming full moon on July 13th has such special magic!
Just as we experienced last month, the upcoming full moon is also an 'out of bounds' moon, meaning that as it is traveling in its elliptical orbit, it will swing outside of the sun's influence, beginning on the 12th and ending on the 14th, with it's height of power commencing on the 13th.
When the moon is within the sun's influence, she is bound by reality, when she is out of bounds she is set free and anything is possible. Magic and rituals during this time are greatly amplified and wishing can result in a much deeper outcome.
This moon is thought to be moving across the 'Galactic Womb' which is a time of awakening for the Divine Feminine. The moon at this time is also coming into alignment with Venus and the Royal Star Aldebaran, and will trine with Saturn and square with Neptune all of which indicates of time that is potent for dreaming ourselves into a new reality, one that serves all of the beings living upon this earth; human and animal.
The full moon is a time of heightened power, releasing and completion, for the moon has gathered all of her light at this time, she is ready to release it and has come to the end or completion of her waxing cycle.
The full moon on this night is in the sign of Capricorn, and is aligned with the element of earth. Earth moons express a very calm, grounded, and stabilizing energy which can inspire a feeling of strength and protectiveness. This moon also expresses Capricorn's well-intentioned need to control situations and outcomes.
When the moon travels through the sign of Capricorn, her feminine* essence is greatly heightened. Suggested lunar workings during this time: anything having to do with relationships, the needs of others, assistance for humanity and for yourself, love, romance, relationships, guidance, direction, nurturing, health, wisdom, communication, emotions and feelings.
* Please note that the use of the word ‘feminine’ is not meant to imply that the moon has an actual gender, but rather that she is expressing an essence of one of the naturally occurring polarities that exist in all of nature, that of The Divine Feminine, and Divine Masculine—and of which many, many non-binary expressions and variations may present themselves. We hold this in sacred space and honor them all.
Consider this full moon for crafting special lunar talismans, performing a special ritual and casting special magic with candles, crystals, lunar plants and oils.
Below is a magical ritual and an essential oil recipe for anointing with this very special full moon.
RITUAL & RECIPE
What you will need:
A comfortable space where you will not be disturbed for about 30 minutes or so.
A journal and a pen.
A candle.
Dried plants for blessing and cleansing, to burn as a sacred incense.
Incense charcoal. I like this one.
Your essential oil blend for the full moon: recipe below.
A light head covering, such a scarf or shawl.
Music (optional)
Your imagination.
What you will do
Choose an aspect of this upcoming full moon to work with, such as The Sacred Feminine, the influence of Neptune, the sign of Capricorn, etc.
Choose an intention that you wish to experience with the moon, such as I wish to complete a phase of my life, or I wish to release an emotion, etc.
Dim the lights, and light your charcoal, and candle, and turn on your music if you have chosen these options. Sit quietly as your charcoal begins to burn.
When your charcoal is ready, place some of the dried plants upon it as a sacred incense. Breathe in the smoke, and pass it around your head and body as you say these words aloud;
O great lady moon, I call upon you to bless me with your presence, guide me with your teachings, share with me your wisdom, your knowledge and your sacredness. I ask to hear my wishes, and help me bring them into being. I am open, I am grateful. I am blessed. And, so it is.
Open your eyes, and anoint yourself with the oil blend; anoint your heart, third eye and crown of your head.
Place your shawl or scarf over your head, with a bit of it hanging over your eyes, like a little hood. This is to create a feeling of sacredness, specialness and to turn your attention inward.
Take a deep, cleansing breath.
Close your eyes, and bring yourself into deep meditation, allowing the journey to begin. Let yourself be taken deep into the place of trance and journeying.
Allow your mind to wander deeper and deeper into the journey. Gently make note of what you see, and also any sounds, smells, feelings, insights, teachings, wisdom or anything else that you may become aware of. Do not pay too close of attention to these things, simply notice them and move on.
When the journey has ended, take a moment to bring yourself back into this realm, adjusting slowly.
Take a deep breath, and slowly open your eyes.
Write down anything that you can remember about your journey in your journal.
FULL MOON OIL
Below is a special blend for you to craft when working with the full moon during this awakening of The Galactic Womb, the Sacred Feminine, and the sign of Capricorn.
Jasmine or Ylang Ylang, 2 drops
Rose, 6-8 drops
Patchouli, 1 drop
Place essential oils into a 5 ml dropper bottle, then fill with jojoba oil, or another carrier oil of your choice. Once your blend is complete, cap the bottle and hold it between your hands as if in prayer, at the place of your heart and say these words:
Moon so bright, heart so light, oils so right, I infuse you with my love, and ask for your blessings in return. With each drop that I place upon my skin, I am blessed, and I am grateful. And, so it is!
© 2022 Renée Starr
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