There are some really ancient rituals that have been done for 1000s of years. A lot of different astrologers and healers use these types of things to help people with the difficulties of life. You can do a ritual for all kinds of different things but some popular times to commit to doing a ritual is during new moons, full moons and during the equinoxes and solstices. If you really enjoy doing them then you can start to do a ritual for other things you need in life. It can be very therapeutic. The power of manifestation is a crazy thing and that’s why these rituals are important.

The new Moon moves into Virgo on August 30th at 5:38am. We have what is referred to as a New Black Moon which basically is the second new Moon of this month, and is something a bit more rare than your typical new Moon which we usually get once a month. It is also the culmination of both Mercury Retrograde and eclipse season which has deeply been affecting those of y’all with Cardinal signs (Cancer, Libra, Capricorn, Aries). Things may have seemed heavy for awhile now but from this point on we should be moving forward and feeling a sense of relief and renewal. We set intentions for the month on the new Moon to be clear and concise about what we like to achieve. The new Moon in Virgo asks us to focus on your health and wellness, gym and fitness goals, studying, back to school, organization and getting back into that strict routine that fall brings us here in the Northern Hemisphere. It’s no coincidence that back to school time is right when Virgo season begins. It really is the perfect time for back to school in so many ways. Virgos are the mutable earth sign of the zodiac. Extremely disciplined, intelligent and organized. Incredibly self sacrificing and loyal. Will do anything for a loved one. On the other hand they can be very critical of others and even more so of themselves. Perfectionism is huge for Virgos and despite it being a good quality to have it can also bring stress and pressure not only for themselves but for those who have to deal with you. This really is the best time to perform a new Moon ritual. I always find the summer is crazy and hectic. The routine goes out the window, you drink more than normal and Virgo season is the perfect reset into your normal day to day life routine.

You have 3 days before and 3 days after the new Moon to perform this ritual.

1) Gather any and all supplies that you will need for the ritual. You can use sage to smudge beforehand, crystals you will need (amethyst, aventurine, chrysocolla, howlite, labradorite and moss agate), a journal to write, a bowl to smudge in or burn intentions, and a candle. I will be using the plants from my garden to sage this time just because it seems like a good fit for the last of the summer. I would recommend using a yellow or orange candle because yellow and orange are associated with Leo. If not a white candle will work.

2) Create yourself a special alter space for all the items that you have gathered. It doesn’t matter where your alter space is, it can be any table in the house or on the floor, wherever you feel most comfortable. Decorate with items such as crystals, plants, candles, things you find outside in nature like leaves or feathers, decorative table runners, anything you can really think of that seems appropriate. I will be using sunflowers that I harvested from the Sunflower Expo last week, amethyst, labradorite, selenite, my growing cactus and other things that feel very earthy and Virgo to me.

3) Start by smudging your alter space and say a little prayer. It can be along the lines of “I respect mother moon and all she does for us. I take this time to set honest intentions. I manifest all that is good and bright and light. I have the power to change my future. I will let go all that no longer serves me. I am totally and completely alined spiritually. I am in tune with my higher powers. “ Write down your intentions or wishes. focus on them, meditate on them. What do you wish for your life? Can you actually picture these things happening to and for you in your life? The manifestation WILL NOT work if you truly don’t believe it. It’s important to be clear on what you want. You can doodle and make your intentions “pretty” or you can just be as simple as writing a list. Some new Moon in Virgo intensions would be: I will focus on my health and mental well being. I will make the gym my priority and go so and so many days during the next coming weeks. I will clean and organize any and all spaces that feel weighed down and cluttered. I will be the best student I can be and utilize my time efficiently for study and learning. I will detox and start eating healthier. I will take a break from alcohol or any mind altering substances etc. Use the word WILL, over and over, reiterate it. As I said before it won’t work unless you truly believe. There are of course the typical ones for manifestation as well; make lots of money, lose weight, be a better person, better mother, better friend, etc. You can manifest whatever your heart desires truly. These are just some examples of Virgo themes.

4) Light your candle. You will write your intentions down into your journal. You will start off by writing down the goals and desires you have for this new month ahead of you. You will ask for the guidance in doing this. Don’t let fear or ego hold you back any longer. Next you will write about your wishes for the next month. What do you desire above all else. This is the perfect month to focus on yourself and your true desires. Now is the time to be realistic and focus on the things you truly need to accomplish in order for your dreams to manifest entirely. You will light the paper on fire and watch how the fire burns your intentions. Maybe it burns fast or maybe it fizzles out fast or maybe it burns slow and smouldering. This seals your desires and puts them out into the universe.

5) At this time you can take some time for yourself however you wish, further meditation, possibly a tarot reading if you are into that, you can even enjoy a glass of wine. Tell the moon you love her, clean up your space and take the crystals to bed with you. You have just completed your new Moon ritual.

I hope you guys enjoy doing this ritual and can find some peace or healing that you may be needing in life. I also hope that you manifest your deepest desires and this Moon month goes exactly how you wish it to. Now is the time for action and to put forth effort into achieving your goals. Use this positive energy towards achieving so much more than you even think is possible. It was a really tough summer for a lot of us but September is brand new and we have a whole opportunity to go forward and start fresh. Happy new Moon! The full Moon will be September 13th in Pisces. Stay tuned for further blog posts on Virgo season and the full Moon in Pisces.