Tonight we have the first lunar eclipse in 34 months happening and it falls in line with a full moon and the winter solstice. The last time that a lunar eclipse and the winter solstice happened on the same day was in 1554! The lunar eclipse is scheduled to happen 2:41am Eastern time (technically tomorrow). The full moon will occur at 3:13am Eastern and the winter solstice will occur at 6:38pm Eastern. All the energies will be closely connected and this presents a powerful opportunity to work with some amazing energy for transformation and renewal. So what exactly can this all do for you magickally?
Consider the process of the lunar eclipse; this is going to be a total lunar eclipse that will be visible in North and South America, most of Northern Europe and some of Western Europe and Asia. When the eclipse takes place we see the moon slowly become covered in darkness and through that process you see the moon go through all of it’s phases. We see the Maiden, Mother, and Crone during this period of time when this process is happening. With the full moon happening at the same time we can see all of this as being highly amplified as well. Add in the power of rebirth and renewal of the winter solstice and you’ve got some great opportunity to work with magick to draw strong change into your life.
Here are some suggestions for themes to use for spells and magick for tonight:
- banishing seriously bad habits that you are truly ready to release
- getting the final boost to make a major life change
- revealing the shadow in a situation
- connecting with your own shadow and understanding deeper aspects of yourself
- drawing on triple strength and power for change
While all of these events happen around the same time, they don’t happen at the EXACT same time. Does this make a huge difference? Not necessarily but the thing that will have diminished the most by the time most people are ready to do their Yule rituals will be the energy of the eclipse. My personal recommendation, if you want to drawn on that energy, is to cast spells and magick for the eclipse on it’s own tonight when the eclipse is occurring in your location, rather than waiting when that energy has passed.
Another important thing to take into consideration is the Void of Course times. The moon will actually be VOC during the eclipse from 3:13am to 4:22am Eastern time. The eclipse is estimated to last about three hours so you will have the opportunity to still work with that energy but it’s not ideal during this time. If you don’t recall what’s behind VOC, this is when the moon is transitioning from one sign to another and it’s believed that spells cast during this time do not bring results. It’s ideal to cast spells before or after the VOC process. This moon is going to be transitioning out of Gemini and entering Cancer at 4:22am. This could be something else to take into consideration for when to cast your spells and for what. Gemini is great for issues related to study and learning as well as social interactions while Cancer connects strongly to emotions, vulnerability, and dealing obstacles in the way of our career and business success.
Thanks so much Rowan. I am planning to take full advantage of tonight's moon energies. Your article was very helpful.
Erin
Thanks so much Rowan. I am planning to take full advantage of tonight's moon energies. Your article was very helpful.
Erin
Thanks so much Rowan. I am planning to take full advantage of tonight's moon energies. Your article was very helpful.
Erin
Thanks so much Rowan. I am planning to take full advantage of tonight's moon energies. Your article was very helpful.
Erin
try spell check to my knowledge, "magic" doesnt have a "k" at the end.
Magick, in this case, is often spelled with a "k". The practice originated with Aleister Crowley who used the "k" after the work "magic" to help show the difference between slight of hand tricks (magic) and spiritual, high ritual and what many considered spellwork (magick). Today it's often a matter of either preference of the writer/individual since many people feel that context will differentiate which is which. I personally use Crowley's spelling and philosophy, as many still do.
I love it and I am more then ready. Thanks for sharing
It's not the fact that CMM doesn't know this, it's the arrogance to write "try spell check" on such a lovely article. I had a teacher that used to say: It's not your ignorance that will cast you in poor light, it's your arrogance.
try spell check to my knowledge, "magic" doesnt have a "k" at the end.
Magick, in this case, is often spelled with a "k". The practice originated with Aleister Crowley who used the "k" after the work "magic" to help show the difference between slight of hand tricks (magic) and spiritual, high ritual and what many considered spellwork (magick). Today it's often a matter of either preference of the writer/individual since many people feel that context will differentiate which is which. I personally use Crowley's spelling and philosophy, as many still do.
It's not the fact that CMM doesn't know this, it's the arrogance to write "try spell check" on such a lovely article. I had a teacher that used to say: It's not your ignorance that will cast you in poor light, it's your arrogance.
try spell check to my knowledge, "magic" doesnt have a "k" at the end.
try spell check to my knowledge, "magic" doesnt have a "k" at the end.
It's not the fact that CMM doesn't know this, it's the arrogance to write "try spell check" on such a lovely article. I had a teacher that used to say: It's not your ignorance that will cast you in poor light, it's your arrogance.
is feeling magikal tonight! What is a nice easy spell for letting go of something tonight?
For letting go I would try something simple like a petition spell. I like burning and cutting things for letting go and I think that with the energy around the night simple would be fine. I would recommend a black candle and either a banishing oil or frankincense oil (has vibrations for exorcism) and anoint the candle. Take a piece of paper and and write something like this:
"I __________________ (your name or magickal name) call upon the powers of the Goddess, God, and Great Spirit (or specific deities you might work with) to aid me in the power to let go of __________________ (be very specific in detailing what you want to let go of). I ask for the ability to become more _______________________ (what you would rather have once letting go of whatever it you are letting go of). I ask for this for my highest good, harming none. So more it be!"
When you're ready light the paper from the candle flame and burn it in a cauldron or other fire safe container. Meditate for a bit on releasing what you need to release and then focus more of your energy on what you want in it's place. You can then either snuff the candle when you feel done (don't relight it, you're done with the spell at this point) or let it burn all the way down. Leave an offering on your altar or outdoors in thanks to the Gods for their help (wine, fruit, chocolate, etc…or whatever is right for the Gods you might be working with).
Hope that helps! 🙂
is feeling magikal tonight! What is a nice easy spell for letting go of something tonight?
is feeling magikal tonight! What is a nice easy spell for letting go of something tonight?
For letting go I would try something simple like a petition spell. I like burning and cutting things for letting go and I think that with the energy around the night simple would be fine. I would recommend a black candle and either a banishing oil or frankincense oil (has vibrations for exorcism) and anoint the candle. Take a piece of paper and and write something like this:
"I __________________ (your name or magickal name) call upon the powers of the Goddess, God, and Great Spirit (or specific deities you might work with) to aid me in the power to let go of __________________ (be very specific in detailing what you want to let go of). I ask for the ability to become more _______________________ (what you would rather have once letting go of whatever it you are letting go of). I ask for this for my highest good, harming none. So more it be!"
When you're ready light the paper from the candle flame and burn it in a cauldron or other fire safe container. Meditate for a bit on releasing what you need to release and then focus more of your energy on what you want in it's place. You can then either snuff the candle when you feel done (don't relight it, you're done with the spell at this point) or let it burn all the way down. Leave an offering on your altar or outdoors in thanks to the Gods for their help (wine, fruit, chocolate, etc…or whatever is right for the Gods you might be working with).
Hope that helps! 🙂
@ lmao,..rotfl,…@ CMM these young witches think they know everything dont they,..lol
@ lmao,..rotfl,…@ CMM these young witches think they know everything dont they,..lol
@ lmao,..rotfl,…@ CMM these young witches think they know everything dont they,..lol
@ lmao,..rotfl,…@ CMM these young witches think they know everything dont they,..lol
I'm working on some magick for tonight (and remembering to be very specific; pesky Mercury Retrograde). This is an amazing event, I've been buzzing all day (no caffeine!). Thank you for the great information, I just found your blog and I'm looking forward to exploring.
Bright Blessings and Happy Yule!
I'm working on some magick for tonight (and remembering to be very specific; pesky Mercury Retrograde). This is an amazing event, I've been buzzing all day (no caffeine!). Thank you for the great information, I just found your blog and I'm looking forward to exploring.
Bright Blessings and Happy Yule!
I'm working on some magick for tonight (and remembering to be very specific; pesky Mercury Retrograde). This is an amazing event, I've been buzzing all day (no caffeine!). Thank you for the great information, I just found your blog and I'm looking forward to exploring.
Bright Blessings and Happy Yule!
very nice blog- enjoy the eclipse and blessings for the yule season!
very nice blog- enjoy the eclipse and blessings for the yule season!
very nice blog- enjoy the eclipse and blessings for the yule season!
very nice blog- enjoy the eclipse and blessings for the yule season!
I really like this post, it is informational but still easy to read. When I walk outside I can feel the energy building, I am going to connect with Spirit tonight and hope to bring positive change into mine and my families lives. I hope everyone has a wonderful Yule/Christmas/Solstice celebration.
I really like this post, it is informational but still easy to read. When I walk outside I can feel the energy building, I am going to connect with Spirit tonight and hope to bring positive change into mine and my families lives. I hope everyone has a wonderful Yule/Christmas/Solstice celebration.
I really like this post, it is informational but still easy to read. When I walk outside I can feel the energy building, I am going to connect with Spirit tonight and hope to bring positive change into mine and my families lives. I hope everyone has a wonderful Yule/Christmas/Solstice celebration.