Waxing Crescent
2.9% illuminated
🌙 Growth & Taking Action
As the moon begins to grow, so too should your efforts toward your goals. This phase encourages taking the first steps and nurturing the intentions you set during the New Moon.
Energy & Focus:
Growth, action, determination, building momentum, courage
Recommended Activities:
- Take concrete steps toward your goals
- Start new learning or creative projects
- Practice manifestation techniques
- Work with crystals for motivation
- Begin spell work for growth and success
Harness the Power of Luna
Ancient wisdom for working with lunar energies through every phase
🌗 Current Lunar Energy
Waning Gibbous – 67% Illuminated
Energy: Release, gratitude, letting go of what no longer serves
Best For: Banishing spells, cord cutting, cleansing rituals, forgiveness work
Avoid: Starting new projects, making major commitments, manifestation rituals
The Sacred Lunar Cycle
Eight phases of power, each with its own magical correspondences
🌑
New Moon
New beginnings, setting intentions
🌒
Waxing Crescent
Taking action, building momentum
🌓
First Quarter
Overcoming obstacles, decisions
🌔
Waxing Gibbous
Refinement, patience
🌕
Full Moon
Peak power, manifestation
🌖
Waning Gibbous
Gratitude, sharing wisdom
🌗
Last Quarter
Forgiveness, breaking habits
🌘
Waning Crescent
Rest, reflection, banishing
🌑 New Moon Magic
The most powerful time for new beginnings and setting intentions
Ritual Essentials
Perfect For:
- Setting intentions for the month
- Beginning new projects
- Vision board creation
- Starting new habits
Best Crystals:
Clear quartz, moonstone, labradorite, selenite
✨ Simple New Moon Ritual
Perfect for beginners – takes just 15 minutes
You’ll Need:
- 1 white candle
- Paper and pen
- Clear quartz (optional)
- Quiet space
The Steps:
- Light your candle
- Take 3 deep breaths
- Write your intentions
- Read them aloud
- Feel gratitude
- Keep your list safe