The moon has the power to guide the ocean tides and seeing as though our human vessel is made up of about 60% water, it is commonly believed that the moon has an impact on our emotional tides and the collective energy on this planet. This is one of the many reasons why moon rituals have been practiced by various ancient cultures.
Many people experience the emotional and energetic shifts in themselves during the different lunar phases. Especially those of us who are more sensitive than others. Needless to say, the moons energy is truly powerful and can be very healing if we honor and work with the magic it has to offer.
The magic of moon water
There are many ways to harness and embrace the power of the moon for self-healing but one of the simplest ways is by making moon water. In short, moon water is water that has been energetically charged by the moon’s light for a few hours or overnight. It is particularly powerful and most healing during Full Moons and New Moons. For example, you could manifest something new with new moons or increase something in your life with full moons. Ultimately, the best time will truly depend on your intention.
What would you like to do with the moons energy? Release and let go or gain clarity and harness your potential? Releasing may be more affective when a moon is losing light or “waning”. Gaining clarity may be more affective when the moon is increasing light or “waxing”. To help you keep track of the lunar cycle try the app My Moon Phase or do a quick google search when you want current information! I’ll also be sharing more about this with you personally in the upcoming Tribe Newsletters so make sure you are subscribed to the blog to receive!
It’s Time for you to embody the cycles of nature and be in tune with your bodies innate cyclic rhythms
So now that we know the basics, let’s learn how to make it!
It is best created with spring or purified water but you can use tap or distilled water as well. It is also best to create moon water in a clear glass bottle or container to avoid chemical’s associated with plastic and to capture the moon’s light most affectively. Use a lid to avoid exposure to pollutants and if you are using a mason jar flip it over with the top down to increase the moons light exposure.
Fill the clear, glass container with water and lightly seal. Set your intention. You can do this by meditating on your healing intention with the bottle in hand or visualizing the healing energy you desire going into the bottle. You can also say a prayer or simply state what your intention and desires are for the water.
Place the container where it can bathe in the moonlight in either a window seal or outside in a safe place for better exposure. You can leave the container out for a few hours but overnight will provide you with the most potent results just make sure to collect it before the sun comes up!
YOUR HEALING IS amplified BY YOUR INTENTION for your Moon water
This water will nourish your mind, body and soul but what makes this a potent elixir is your intention behind it. So please, take that moment for yourself. Don’t be afraid to ask for help healing a certain physical ailment, in making a big decision, increasing financial abundance, overcoming anxiety or depression, to heal your broken heart or to find forgiveness. Whatever it may be, set your intention for self-healing before giving your water a magical moon bath.
Crystal Elixirs
To increase your intention and the potency of your moon elixir add crystals that support your desires! For those of you who already have your own crystals, be guided by which one calls out to you during certain times and become familiar with the support and meaning of each of them. To those of you who are knew to this, look up crystals and their meanings and choose some that will support you in your current struggles or goals. You can find out where you can purchase authentic crystals in your area by doing a quick google search and calling a few places.
Things to know before you create a crystal elixir
- There are two ways to create a crystal elixir: put crystals directly inside the water or surround the container or top of the container with your charged crystals.
- Some crystals are NOT SAFE to put directly into your water because they will dissolve or they contain led, copper or aluminum.
Which stones should you AVOID? To start with, you’ll want to avoid any crystal that contains lead or copper, such as malachite, azurite, chalcopyrite, galena, Amazonite, mohawkite, or turquoise – just to name a few. Aluminum is also found in some gemstones and should be avoided. These include aquamarine, garnet, labradorite, ruby, sapphire, and any other stone in the “Beryl Group”: bixbite, heliodor, goshenite, emerald, and morganite.
Earth Family Crystals
A couple safe options to get you started with direct infusion are Rose or Clear Quartz, Amethyst, Citrine or Obsidian. Each have their own properties and support different things! Crystals that are tumbled, smooth and easy to clean are best for direct infusion to avoid shards or breakage. See image above.
Steps and tips to prepare crystals
- Lightly clean your crystals with a toothbrush and a gentle plant based soap before direct infusion.
- Recharge and energetically cleanse your crystals in moonlight or sunlight, fresh water sources or by burning a cleansing herb such as: sage, cedar or palo santo.
- Set your intention for your crystals and your water.
- Place the crystals directly inside or surrounding your water for a few hours minimally.
- Enjoy your magical and divinely charged elixir!
ways to enjoy your moon or crystal water elixer
You don’t have to drink the elixir for personally healing! You can put it into your bathwater, use it to water your plants, share it with your pet, use it in cooking or an oil diffuser or use it to wash your face in the morning. The possibilities are endless so make sure to maximize your magic. I enjoy using mine to make tea and DIY projects which I will be sharing more of on our social media pages!
I hope this was informative and inspiring for you all and I would really love to see what beautiful elixirs you create so please tag me and share @crescentmoontribe on Instagram and @cmoontribe on Facebook and Twitter.
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With love always,
Adriona Gaia
Absolutely amazing adriona, I have done this bit with your information I can try new things thank you. The book Medical Medium by anthony william has great meditations ,including a moon one if anyone is interested 😀. Absolutely love sharing health and wellness. HEAL, is a movie that explains healing methods for those who want natural healing and steer clear of prescription drugs. Are bodies have the ability to heal with education such as this. So wonderful. Share on tribe .
Thank you so much for recommending Anthony Williams! I truly believe in the healing possibilities within his books. The moon meditation is truly magical. I still need to watch HEAL. I appreciate your for being such an active member of our community. Love, light and blessings to you!