What Is a Full Moon Ritual? A Beginner’s Guide to Moon Magic

The full moon has always held deep spiritual meaning — a time of heightened energy, clarity, and release. For witches, empaths, and energy workers, it’s a powerful monthly reset point. Whether you're completely new to moon rituals or looking to deepen your connection, this guide will walk you through the basics.

Why the Full Moon Is So Powerful

The full moon marks the peak of the lunar cycle — a time when energy is at its brightest and most amplified. It’s traditionally used for:

  • Releasing what no longer serves you

  • Cleansing your energy and space

  • Charging your crystals or tools

  • Clarity, insight, and truth

  • Gratitude and reflection

You don’t need to be an expert to tap into this energy — intention is the key.

How to Do a Simple Full Moon Ritual

Here’s a beginner-friendly ritual you can personalise:

1. Cleanse Your Space

Use incense, sound, or moon water to clear old energy.

2. Set the Mood

Light candles, play music, and create a calming space indoors or outdoors. Lay out any tools you want to work with: crystals, tarot, a journal, or spell items.

3. Write What You’re Releasing

Take a moment to reflect. What are you letting go of? What thoughts, habits, or energy no longer support you?

Write them down, then fold the paper and place it in a fire-safe dish.

4. Burn, Bury, or Tear the Paper

With care and intention, burn your list (safely), tear it up, or bury it. Visualise the energy leaving your field.

5. Charge Your Tools

Place crystals, jewellery, or water under the moonlight overnight to absorb lunar energy. You can even leave a small offering to the moon — like herbs, flowers, or water.

Crystals for Full Moon Work

Some crystals resonate especially well with full moon energy. (we have all of the below available in our crystal collection here). These include:

  • Moonstone – for intuition, feminine energy, and inner wisdom

  • Selenite – for cleansing and clarity

  • Amethyst – for insight and emotional release

  • Clear Quartz – for amplifying intention

We recommend working with moonstone moons during your full moon ritual — their shape and energy make them perfect for setting intention, honouring the lunar cycle, and connecting with your inner guidance.

Explore our Moonstone Moons Collection here to add one to your next ritual.

When to Do a Full Moon Ritual

The full moon’s energy is strongest on the night of the full moon, but you can work with it for about 24–48 hours before and after. Trust your intuition — your timing doesn’t need to be exact to be powerful.

Final Thoughts

Full moon rituals aren’t about perfection — they’re about presence, release, and connection. Whether you’re letting go of emotional heaviness, charging your tools, or simply lighting a candle in reflection, you’re already doing it right.

Ready to honour the next full moon with intention? Browse our Witchcraft Essentials or Moonstone Moons to prepare your ritual space.

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