This moon calendar shows the next full moon and new moon in your own time zone, followed by a year of moon phases with the traditional full moon names and the zodiac sign the moon is in.
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A simple full moon ritual
- Clear the room with incense or open a window.
- Write down what you want to let go of.
- Lay your crystals in the moonlight or on a windowsill overnight.
- Thank the day and go to bed.
A simple new moon ritual
- Light a candle or a stick of incense.
- Draw a card.
- Write one to three intentions in the present tense.
- Hold a crystal while you read them out loud.
More detail: Full moon and new moon rituals and a printable moon ritual planner.
Questions
Where do the full moon names come from?
Names such as Wolf Moon and Harvest Moon are traditional North American and European names. See Full moon names explained.
What is a blue moon?
The second full moon in the same calendar month.
Do moon phases affect crystals or people?
There is no scientific evidence for that. Moon rituals are a tradition and a way to pause regularly.