In this blog, I wish to address the very serious topic of how to make effective new moon wishes! First, however, I must explain what new moon wishes are, and why you make them in the first place!
New moon wishes are wishes you make on the new moon. Pretty straightforward right? Well, there are a few important guidelines if you want them to have the highest probability of coming true.
Logistically, timing is important. You need to make your wishes within 24-48 hours AFTER the new moon. Why after? Because before the new moon, you may not be as clear as you are after. This is because, emotionally, we are affected by the new moon in that we tend to be less sure about how we really feel. And it makes sense if you think of the moon when it’s full – people’s emotions tend to be strongest, they are out there doing crazy things, texting long-winded passionate text messages that are gravely regretted after the fact, and so on. But, on the new moon, it’s the opposite. It’s the time we want to curl up inside ourselves, turn down the lights, and make a cup of tea. We want to reflect (and we should) because the sky is at its darkest. Thus, we too can feel dark, moody, uninspired, or just in need of alone time. So, it is wise to jot down ideas of inspiration that come, but wait until the new moon is complete, and it starts rebuilding its light again before you embark on the task of writing down your 7-10 wishes.
Why 7-10 wishes? Because the fewer wishes, the more concentrated your ideas are and the less scattered your outcomes will be.
It’s also wise to follow the flow of the zodiac wheel when you are considering what your wishes will be. This means, if the Sun is in Gemini, and therefore the new moon is in Gemini, then you may want to align your energy with that of spring, preparing for longer days, warmer weather, and socializing. You will likely be inspired to reach out to others, share thoughts, and connect through conversation. At the end of this blog, I will list out optional wishes for each zodiac sign, but please remember, your own imagination always trumps these possibilities!
Here is what’s required from you to make your wishes come true:
100% belief - you must have faith and believe that by surrendering your wishes to the Universe, they are in good hands and will return to you, granted.
A childlike sense of wonder and awe – the more you can “pretend you are a kid again” and remember what that energy felt like, the more you are raising your vibration and becoming a match for what you desire.
Keep these to yourself – sometimes the things left unsaid have more power.
Self-worth – you don’t even have to have the feeling that you are worthy of receiving your wish for it to come true, so don’t let this hold you back! Over time, however, you will realize that you don’t have to be perfect or “good enough” to receive your granted wishes - or to get your needs met. You already are worth it.
Patience – this refers to the ability to surrender your wishes completely; to allow the Divine timing to take over, and to let go of how and when they will arrive.
Trust
These are the six most important qualities for aligning yourself with the universal flow of granted wishes.
When it comes to wording, you do not need to “act as if” and state sentences affirmatively as if they’ve already happened. Example: “I have a healthy strong body with ample energy to carry out all my responsibilities.” You can write it like this, but you can also just say, “I want a healthy strong body with ample energy to carry out all my responsibilities.” There is nothing wrong with using the word “want” however, you can phrase your wishes in any way that feels best to you. Ultimately, it’s your intention and your feeling behind the words that count the most.
Possible ideas to wish for when the new moon is in each zodiac sign:
1) Aries: Action, drive, and assertion. Standing in one’s own power, starting something new, embracing confrontation in healthy ways, setting personal boundaries, honoring self-needs
2) Taurus: Security, financial abundance, success, peace, aesthetics, anything involving plants or animals, self-worth, contentment, and sensual pleasure
3) Gemini: Coming up with great ideas, learning something new, teaching, connecting with others through ideas and conversation, breathwork to calm anxiety
4) Cancer: Self-nurturing, being able to nurture others compassionately, feeling safe, feeling protected, feeling that your home life is in good order, releasing insecurities, releasing items, people, or memories from the past that no longer serve you.
5) Leo: Self-expression, creative pursuits, romance, children, celebrating, having fun, cultivating dignity
6) Virgo: Being of service, focusing on your health: your exercise routines, diet, and overall well-being, your work (your sense of duty/purpose), organization, cultivating self-appreciation, and releasing perfectionism
7) Libra: Seeking healthy partnerships, marriage, harmony, cooperation, making things beautiful, experiencing grace, and releasing co-dependency
8) Scorpio: Sharing, embracing change, healing traumas, healthy sexual encounters, financial partnerships, self-empowerment, and avoiding power struggles
9) Sagittarius: Having fun, learning something new, traveling afar, seeking adventure, staying optimistic, and overcoming excess.
10) Capricorn: Staying on track, staying focused on a goal, being productive, being practical, following through, handling responsibility, releasing controlling tendencies, and recognizing the role of authority figures
11) Aquarius: Finding freedom, feeling untethered, producing genius ideas, sharing new thoughts with humanity, staying close to friends, keeping a sense of humor, seeking out future solutions, and avoiding excessive detachment
12) Pisces: Developing psychic gifts, surrender, cultivating compassion, meditating, entering the realms of spiritual healing, and releasing feelings of helplessness
*Please note, these are only suggestions to get you going, and it is always okay to go off script and make any other kind of wishes that suit your heart’s desire! No matter the month we’re in, or what zodiac sign the moon is in, if you have to sell your house right away and the new moon is in Gemini, don’t worry about how that wish may or may not “align” with Gemini’s nature, just make it in faith. The main thing is, don’t forget to wish!
Another important point is to allow yourself some grace – if you forget to make your wishes in a 48-hour time period or you need to write them down beforehand, don’t worry about it! Again, it always comes down to your intention. As you start making this a monthly habit you won’t even have to think twice about making wishes, and you’ll LOVE the results you’re getting. The best part is you always have something to look forward to! There’s a Genie in a bottle just waiting for you to voice your dreams. Don’t miss out on this free opportunity for help, and as always… have fun with it!
PS Here’s a great book reference for anyone interested in more new moon wish ideas:
New Moon Astrology by Jan Spiller
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