Join me to soak in the energy of the final Full Moon of 2024 that graces the sky today! The Full Cold Moon's divine moonbeams offer a profound invitation to pause, reflect, and prepare for the Winter Solstice and the year ahead. This energy bridge between completion and renewal urges us to honor what we’ve learned, release what no longer serves, and set powerful intentions for the next cycle.
Following the cues from Mother Nature and how she has encouraged trees and plants to release their leaves - this Full Moon is calling us to a time of deep introspection and celebration. It carries themes of closure, gratitude, and alignment with your soul’s purpose, encouraging us to let go of the old and embrace the new with clarity and intention.
Crystals to Work With
🌕 Moonstone
Known as the stone of new beginnings, Moonstone enhances intuition and emotional balance. It helps you connect to the cycles of the moon and your inner wisdom. The creamy color is so soothing…
🖤 Black Obsidian
A powerful grounding and protective stone, Black Obsidian assists in releasing negativity and uncovering truths, making it ideal for end-of-year reflection.
🤍 Clear Quartz
As an amplifier of energy, Clear Quartz supports clarity and intention setting. Use it to magnify your intentions for the upcoming year. Be sure to keep your thoughts and vision on your highest good - holding space for abundance and prosperity!
Sacred Rituals to Honor the Full Moon
🌕 Moonlight Release Ritual
• Gather your Moonstone and Black Obsidian crystals, a piece of paper, and a pen.
• Write down anything you are ready to release: fears, limiting beliefs, or experiences that no longer serve your growth.
• Anoint your paper with a drop of lavender or clary sage essential oil for calming and clarity.
• Under the moonlight, read your list aloud, then safely burn the paper, imagining the smoke carrying away what you release.
❄️ Solstice Preparation Ritual
• Create a sacred space with candles, your Clear Quartz crystal, and seasonal herbs like rosemary and bay leaves.
• Brew a tea with cinnamon and chamomile to soothe and ground your energy.
• Reflect on what you wish to carry into the year ahead, writing your intentions on bay leaves.
• Light a white candle and, one by one, burn the bay leaves in its flame, affirming your intentions as they transform into energy.
Reflective Journal Prompts
1. What lessons have I learned this year, and how have they shaped my journey?
Invest some time on this one. Pull out your old journals or review your calendar to help you truly metabolize the year.
2. What patterns, habits, or relationships am I ready to release to make space for the new?
Making room for what’s next is a lovely way to reframe “release” if what you’re letting go of is still something you love.
3. What feelings or emotions do I want to feel more of next year?
I have been choosing a “guiding word” of the year for two decades, which has served me well. You can download a guide here to help you choose yours.
Sacred Mantras + Music
🔥 “I release the past with gratitude and welcome the future with an open heart.”
🔥 “I trust the unfolding of my life and embrace the cycles of renewal.”
🔥 “I am aligned with my highest purpose and ready to step into my power.”
Enjoy this Full Moon playlist. Let this music fill your home with divine vibrations for the next few days!
Beloved, as we move from the light of this Full Moon toward the Winter Solstice, take time to honor the transitions in your life. This moon invites you to embrace the wisdom you’ve gained this year and trust in the unfolding of the new.
I pray this Full Moon brings you peace, renewal, and inspiration for the journey ahead.
Wrapping you in love and moonbeams,
