Waning moon

The Moon is a star with great energetic influence, and during the waning Moon this energy is focused on calm and must be used.

The moon is a very important star with great influence on energies, especially feminine energies. Therefore, the phases of the moon represent different moments and purposes for women. This influence is so great that the moon follows female cycles. The waning moon, in turn, represents the premenstrual period, represented by the Enchantress archetype.

Even if not every woman is synchronized with the moon or even does not menstruate, the waning moon phase is usually a phase of greater introspection for all of them. In other words, it is a time to slow down, ponder and look within, in order to achieve a greater spiritual connection and acceptance. Furthermore, the body demands less effort and less stress, while the mind demands less thinking and more feeling.

For those who believe in the strength of the star and its power over our lives, today we are going to talk about the waning moon and what this phase provides for women. In addition, we will learn tips to make the most of this lunar phase, a ritual and spells to do during the waning moon.

Soon after the full moon phase, in which energy, libido and feminine strength are at a high, all of this begins to decline. It is the beginning of the waning phase of the moon, where it is possible to slowly notice that the availability for everything in life begins to decrease, which is completely normal and everything is fine.

This is the effect of the waning moon, which, unlike the waxing moon, makes us feel less willing and with less energy to achieve our goals, which is not necessarily a bad thing. This is a phase to slow things down, and move forward with a moment of greater energetic protection, as this is the end of another female menstrual, cyclical and lunar cycle.

Every month, for about a full week, we experience the force of the waning moon over our lives. During this phase, we contact the power of the moon to carry out powerful cleanings and renewals in our lives. The characteristic of this lunar phase is that the moon gradually decreases in size, waning until it disappears. In astrology, which studies the symbolism of the stars, this is the perfect time to let everything that no longer has purpose or meaning in our lives wane.

Moon phase

This lunar phase in particular is a time to calm the body and mind. It’s time to look inside yourself, feel your needs and listen to what you need to work on in yourself to be prepared to live the new cycle that will begin soon.

Furthermore, the waning moon phase is also the explanation for many premenstrual problems and discomforts, common to so many women in this phase. Due to the frenetic pace of our lives, family and work responsibilities, or even a lack of cyclical knowledge, we tend to put our needs aside. Therefore, ignoring the need to withdraw from the Waning Moon can make the hormonal and biological process more uncomfortable and painful.

Therefore, the golden tip for this phase is to respect your innermost needs. As we know, it is not always easy to give yourself special attention, but it is important to make an effort, organize your commitments, according to the phases of the cycle that are most suitable for this. During the Waning Moon, keep things lighter, without a lot of extra work and fewer events.

Tips for enjoying the waning Moon phase

So, during the waning Moon it is a very favorable time to do cleanings, both external and spiritual. It may be interesting to use these days to de-energize the environment and do a physical and mental detox. Especially because the next phases of the Moon (new and waxing) will require more energy to plant new thoughts, projects and feelings, so that all of this flourishes in this phase. And during the waning phase it’s time to prepare the ground for this.

Therefore, these tips will help you make the most of everything the Waning Moon can give you in spiritual terms.

1 – Herbal bath

The energy of the Waning Moon is great for clearing external energies that we are exposed to daily, whether through the news, people or events around us, which are not always positive. These energies in turn can become trapped, causing worry, anger and sadness, feelings that are not yours. So, to get rid of them, you can take a herbal bath, with rue, basil or boldo. Simply bathe from the neck down after a normal shower and discard the herbs afterwards in a garden or plant pot.

2 – Smoke the environment

This habit is often used to ward off bad energy, and during this lunar phase it becomes even more powerful. It is an option to keep the home and the environment always in harmony. And as the idea is to really cleanse, you can use the herbal tip above, but it is important that they are dry or in natural incense.

Then, after lighting the fire, spread the smoke throughout the house, starting from the back towards the front of the house. The objective here is to send away everything that is not in balance. The ideal is to do this in the morning or afternoon, because even if the waning moon is not visible, it is possible to feel its energy during the day too.

3 – Crystal cleaning

Crystals are known for their energetic and therapeutic properties, in addition to, of course, the beauty of the stones. It is precisely because of these powers that crystals can absorb the energies of situations and people around them, and thus lose their energetic strength. Therefore, it is very important to do an energetic cleansing of the crystals, especially during the waning phase.

Carrying out this cleaning is very simple. If your crystals can go in water, such as quartz, amethyst and jasper, simply leave them to soak for 12 to 24 hours in a basin of water. In the case of water-sensitive crystals, such as pyrite, calcites, tiger’s eye and others, just place them on the ground in a vase for 24 hours.

4 – Cleaning in the kitchen

The kitchen is one of the most prosperous environments in a home, especially the stove and refrigerator, which prepare and store food. Furthermore, it is where the energy of the four comes together, and therefore exerts great influence in the home. Therefore, take advantage of the waning Moon to give the kitchen a thorough cleaning, cleaning the stove, refrigerator, cupboards, giving everything a once-over.

5 – Technological cleaning

It’s also a good time to clean up your phone’s gallery, remove those apps that you don’t even use from your computer and other devices. This way, in addition to relieving your devices’ memory, you make room during the waxing phase of the Moon to add new photos, memories, music and more interesting applications for your current moment.

Rituals and spells to do on the waning Moon

As the name suggests, it’s time to wane. During the waning Moon, we have the perfect time and energy to let go of everything that no longer makes sense, simply let go, finish cycles and get rid of everything that no longer adds up. So, how about learning ways to let go, to say goodbye to the old and make way for the new? Let’s learn some rituals and spells to do this.

Ritual of letting go of the waning Moon

First, light a white candle for your guardian angel, if you have one, and say your personal prayer.
So, if you can, look for a place where you can see and feel the moon, even if it’s through the window.
Take a graphite pencil, which is a great energy conductor and enhancer, and a blank paper.
Write down everything you no longer need in your life, focusing on situations that happened last time. Do it as you prefer, plain text, topics or letters, the important thing is to write everything you want to abandon. Focus on the negative feelings, habits and patterns you want to break free of, and avoid people’s names.
Once this is done, place this paper in a can or pan to be burned carefully. As you do this, imagine everything being transmuted, purified and closed by the power of fire. It is very important that detachment is intentional, has faith and surrenders to the Universe.
Finally, blow the ashes in an open place or simply dispose of them in the trash. Finish and say thank you.

This ritual can be repeated every waning moon.

Sympathy for a good love relationship

To perform this spell, it is very important to focus on the week in which the waning phase begins, being done exactly on Sunday of that period. For this spell, you will need white wine, honey, chamomile flowers, a rose and a cinnamon stick.

First, fill half a glass with wine, add the cinnamon, honey and chamomile flowers, and place the rose on top of the mixture and cover the glass.
Once this is done, leave the glass in the cold for three nights receiving the moon bath.
Therefore, on the fourth day, you will strain the drink and place it in a chalice and then raise it towards the sky saying the following words: “I will have strength, claw, seduction and power of conquest, because all kinds of bad energy from moved away from me and now I am surrendered to the will of the Moon”.
Then drink the wine in seven sips, and the remaining flowers and cinnamon should be thrown into a garden or flower vase.

Sympathy to reduce jealousy

This waning Moon sympathy is focused on helping problems such as addictions and possessive love. In this case, you will only need 100 grams of sugar, 1 blank sheet of paper, water and 1 7-hour candle.

Start by half filling a glass of water and adding the sugar.
Then, write the name of your loved one on the blank sheet of paper and dip it into the sugar water.
On the side of the glass, light the candle on a saucer and pray with great faith to Saint Anthony asking him to take away all the jealousy, leaving only love.
Once done, remove the paper from the water and wait for it to dry and store it in your wallet, so you always have it with you.
Pour the water on a beautiful plant and leave the rest of the candle next to a tree.

Sympathy to lose weight

As the waning Moon phase is the time to let go of what is no longer good for you, it can also be a physical change to lose weight. You don’t need much to do this spell, just a 7-day candle and some blue paper, and it is very important that the seal is made on the first day of the waning Moon.

On that day, light the candle when you go to lunch, think of your Guardian Angel and separate some of your lunch for him in a small saucer.
So, leave the food in place for an hour and then throw it in the trash.
Do this for the seven days the candle lasts.
On the last day, when the candle runs out, take the remains and put them on blue paper and throw them in the trash can at home, leave the place and don’t look back.

All phases of the moon have an influence on our emotions and feelings, and the waning Moon would be no different. Therefore, find out how to make the most of each of these phases to transform your life.

Anyway, what did you think of this article? In fact, take the opportunity to also check out Full Moon – The energy of the moon and phases, ritual of abundance and sympathies.

Sources: Vida Simples Universa Terra iQuilibrio

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Waning moon – How to enjoy the lunar phase + rituals and spells