Full Moon Ritual – Illuminate your Dreams and Manifest your Desires

Moon rituals are pure nourishment for the soul and a super powerful guide for personal growth and development. If you feel drawn to the idea of celebrating a full moon ritual stay with me as I walk you through a step-by-step guide helping you to create a full moon ritual specifically tailored to your personal needs and desires.

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Each time I look up to the moon I see beauty,

I feel inspired…

and the idea of constant change doesn’t seem so scary anymore…

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The moon is divine feminine energy. She is linked to our emotions, instincts, dreams, and unconscious mind. She also gives insight into our shadow selves and our fears. 

Yes, moon rituals have the potential to go really deep.

Whereas the New Moon symbolizes new beginnings, the Full Moon represents the completion of a cycle.

The Full Moon is a time of celebration and invites us to slow down, take a step back and appreciate how far we have come and what we have learned and accomplished along the way.

But the full moon is also a time of illumination and exposure. Helping us to shed light on what no longer is in alignment with our dreams and desires.

Anything that is holding you back, any limiting belief systems or thought patterns, now is the time to become aware, release, and let go.

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Checklist what you will need for a full moon ritual

Below is a list of items that I typically use for my full moon ritual.

• An empty sheet of paper 
• A pen
• A large metal bowl (make sure this has burning-friendly material)
• Candles
• Sage
• Incense sticks
• Essential oils
• Bubble bath ingredients for some fun spa time

However, as you are creating your own full moon ritual, I recommend having a look at all the individual steps on how to create a full moon ritual below first and then coming back to finalize your shopping list for your personal full moon ritual celebration.

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Full moon ritual step-by-step guide

I love moon rituals and I have been doing them for many years. The outline below is based on my personal full moon ritual that I have developed over the years.

When going through the step-by-step guide, keep in mind that creating a ritual is personal, so please feel free to take what feels in alignment with you and leave out/replace what does not feel in alignment with you when you are performing your full moon ritual.

The more you personalize your full moon ritual so that it feels in alignment with you, the more special and powerful it will be.

Step 1: Create your sacred space

Find a quiet corner in your home and make yourself comfortable. Get some pillows, maybe a blanket, etc., and create a space that allows you to relax.

Light a few candles, maybe switch on your fairy lights or anything else that helps you to get more comfortable.

Then, let’s smudge. Burn some sage, smudge yourself, smudge your space, maybe even your complete home.

Smudging is a great way to start your full moon ritual as it helps to clear the space from any negative energies and it adds to the ritual experience as such.

Alternatively, you can also burn some incense sticks. For your incense sticks, you can use sage, sandalwood, lavender, or whatever helps you to relax. Sandalwood is my personal favorite for a full moon ritual.

If you have crystals, pick the ones that speak to you and bring them close to you. 

Step 2: Grounding exercise

Come to a comfortable seat, close your eyes, and draw your attention to your breath. Take a few deep inhales and exhales through the nose, allowing yourself to arrive in the present moment.

If you are into meditation, you could also do a grounding meditation.

Tip: Before I get started with my grounding exercise, I always put some lavender oil on my temples. It helps me to de-stress and relax.

Step 3: Full Moon journaling & manifestation

Once you are present, start your gratitude practice. Look back at your life and appreciate how far you have come and what you have learned and accomplished along the way.

Then, get your sheet of paper and a pen and ask yourself: are there any beliefs, habits, or fears that are holding you back from living your true potential? If so, why? And is there maybe anything that you are ready to release and let go of?

Write down what comes up for you. Don’t think about it too much. You are the only one who sees this piece of paper, so let it flow and keep writing everything down.

There is something super powerful about writing down your thoughts. Once written down, they are part of this 3D experience, meaning there is no avoiding or denying anymore, and personally, I think the release process starts right there.

Tip: If you feel a bit stuck, tarot cards can be a great support to inspire your thoughts. Get your tarot card deck, pull a few cards, and see what comes up for you. But even if you don’t feel stuck, they can be a great addition to your full moon ritual.

Step 4: Release and let go

Once you are done with your journaling exercise, read out loud what you are ready to let go of.

Be clear about ‘why’ you no longer want this belief system, thought pattern, or fear in your life. 

Imagine what your life would look like and feel like without it. Imagine how different your life would be and let this feeling connect with your heart.

Then, fold your piece of paper and burn it in your bowl.

Safety comes first! Make sure to keep a bucket of water close by just in case.

Step 5: Move the energy

Do what feeds your soul and get moving, helping you to release any tension or stagnant energies from your body.

Get on your yoga mat and flow it out, go for a run, do some stretches, go for a walk in the moonlight, or put on your favorite tunes and dance it all out.

Full moon yoga flow

Unroll your yoga mat and join me for this beginner-friendly full moon yoga flow, designed to help you release and let go.

Step 6: Full moon bath

Get out your bath bubbles and bath salts, light some candles, and pour yourself a relaxing full moon bath.

Lavender, chamomile, lemongrass, and bergamot are great essential oils to add to your bath as they all help to release and let go.

Step 7: Close your full moon ritual

To close your full moon ritual, prepare yourself a healthy meal, read a book, nurture your creative side, etc.

Try your best to stay away from social media, any technical equipment, and screens. Be with yourself and enjoy your own company for a little bit.

When is the best time for a Full Moon Ritual?

Look up the dates for the full moon in advance so that you can block the time in your diary.

Pending on the day of the full moon, I like to do my ritual either late in the afternoon or in the evening of the full moon.

Keep in mind that this is your self-care time, do your best not to compromise on your self-care time.

Tip: Don’t forget to clean and recharge your crystals in the full moon moonlight. Simply put them onto the window seal overnight where they can soak up the moonlight.

Full moon ritual – questionnaire

What are the benefits of a full moon ritual?

As personal as your full moon ritual is so are the benefits of a full moon ritual. Meaning that the benefits of a full moon ritual are likely to vary from person to person.

Based on my personal experience with full moon rituals over the years, the benefits that I felt and still feel, are:

• Increased self-awareness
• Increased clarity about my dreams and life goals in general
• A deeper connection with the natural cycles

In addition to this, every moon ritual that I celebrate also contributes to my self-care time.

How long do you have to do a full moon ritual?

There isn’t a specific time frame to perform a full moon ritual. The duration solely depends on your personal preferences.

Full moon rituals can last between 20 minutes to 1.5 hours or maybe even two hours. Personally, I would recommend don’t rush yourself. Allow yourself the time that you need to tune into the full moon energy, give yourself space to journal, and reflect on your dreams and desires.

The most important thing is to be fully present during your full moon ritual. Keep in mind that you are creating and manifesting your life. Pay attention, be present, and allow yourself to play and to create…you owe it to yourself.

Can you do full moon rituals the next day?

The full moon energy is the highest on the day of the full moon. However, you can still do a full moon ritual the day after the full moon.

The energy of the full moon is still present for a couple of days after so if it fits better in your schedule the day after the full moon then this is totally fine. Trust your intuition and choose a time that feels right for you.

Full moon journal examples

If you are thinking about getting serious about full moon rituals, you might consider treating yourself to a full moon journal.

You can definitely do a burning ritual every time you do a full moon ritual, but it is also nice to keep track of the things that you are releasing in a full moon journal.

This way you can always revisit your notes, but most importantly it is a great way to keep track of your personal growth and development journey.

Instead of burning your piece of paper, capture your notes and thoughts in your journal. And once you have completed your full moon journal exercise, simply list all the things you are ready to let go of.

With this full moon, I am releasing…

Below are a few full moon journal examples that I personally have worked with and really like so I thought I would share them with you for inspiration. And who knows, maybe you like them as much as I do.

Tip: When you get your full moon journal, smudge it and leave it on a window seal next to some flowers, plants, or any other natural material to release any negative energy from it. Leave your moon journal on the window seal for 3 – 4 days.

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The moon is our reminder that everything on this earth follows a natural cycle. And just like the moon, we are designed to change, grow, go through phases of decline, and expand again to our fullest potential.

Manifesting with the moon is a great tool for self-development and personal growth. But be patient with yourself, letting go is not easy (not at all), it takes time and practice, and sometimes the process of letting go might take a little bit longer. Allow yourself the time and space that you need to let go and release.

If you enjoyed this blog post and would like to leverage the full power of the moon and moon phases, you might enjoy the resources listed below:

• Full Moon Affirmations – Empower your Mindset and Unlock your Full Potential
• New Moon Ritual – Align With the Cosmic Cycle and Create the Life that You Desire
• 20 Empowering New Moon Affirmations – Manifest with the Moon

Should you have any further questions about performing a full moon ritual or moon rituals in general, please feel free to leave me a comment below.

And please keep me posted on how you are getting on with your full moon ritual creation. I would love to hear from you.

Happy Full Moon!

Stay wild,

Nicolle

Featured image Photo by Sierra NiCole Narvaeth on Unsplash