When is the Full Moon?
Let’s go back to basics. The Moon has a cycle that lasts approximately 28 days. During this period, the celestial body appears to disappear in the sky, then it grows larger, taking on the shape of a quarter, a crescent, and then a full circle. This is when the Full Moon appears, about fifteen days after the start of the lunar month. To find out the dates of this unique event, it’s best to consult a lunar calendar. Generally, they are indicated by a white circle. Once this lunar phase has passed, the Moon will gradually wane and disappear once again. This will be the sign that the lunar month is over and that a new cycle is about to begin.
How long is the Full Moon?
While the Full Moon has a precise date and time, its powers are said to extend over several days. Thus, its effects were felt two or three days before and two or three days after. From an astronomical perspective, the Full Moon simply indicates the moment when the celestial body is fully illuminated by the Sun (hence its round and complete shape). For witches and astrology enthusiasts, this lunar phase is considered the time when the Moon’s powers are most intensely felt. This explains why rituals and celebrations take place on Full Moon nights.
What are the powers of the Full Moon?
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The Full Moon is a magical night, the moment when the Moon’s energies reach their peak. During this lunar phase, everything becomes clear, everything becomes achievable, more intense, more brilliant. According to some beliefs, during the Full Moon, the veil that separates our world (the tangible world) from the invisible world becomes thinner, it disappears. Cosmic energies are thus intensified, allowing everyone to practice magic. For witches, the Full Moon invites them to celebrate life. And, since the Moon is the celestial body that governs our emotions, all our sensitivity is heightened. In all its light, the Full Moon is a time of forgiveness. It is the moment when we free ourselves from negative energies and everything we no longer wish to carry. Even more, it is a time to become aware of our own power. We release our emotions, we thank the Moon for its help, for its strength. The Full Moon would therefore coincide with the moment when our dearest wishes come true.
But the Full Moon doesn’t always have only positive effects. Known for causing insomnia, this lunar phase is also said to awaken certain emotions we’ve been trying to avoid. So beware of surges of stress, anxiety, or anger. On these nights, the Moon doesn’t spare any sensitivity. For some people, the Full Moon is a pivotal moment when everything is so intense that it becomes difficult to remain calm. This event pushes us to action; it reactivates the forces that lie dormant within us. While, from a beauty perspective, it’s the perfect time to moisturize your skin or get a haircut, from a psychological point of view, the Full Moon is there to make us question ourselves. What do you want to reveal? What do you want to let go of? What dreams do you see materializing? It’s time for reflection…
How to harness the energy of the Full Moon?
To work with the energies of this celestial body, the best approach is to consider the Full Moon’s position. Depending on the astrological sign it’s in, its influence will vary. It’s a bit like the astrological seasons; each moon has its own name and therefore its own energy.
A Full Moon in Aries will push you to initiate changes.
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