The moon phases play a big part in the practice of Feng Shui and Holistic Interior Design.
If you are not too familiar with Feng Shui, it is living in balance with the cosmic energies inside your home.
Working with the moon phases is a great way to align with cosmic timing, and, as a result of the observation, we can enhance or remedy good and bad energy inside the home.
Itโs important to be in sync with the lunar cycles since the moonโs proximity to earth makes its impact felt on us more than any other celestial body, aside from the sun. And the moon influences the ebb and flow tides of the ocean, and the human body gets affected by the moon and cosmic energies during the cycle because we are over 65 percent of water.
THE MOON PHASES
The moon invites you to observe natural fluctuations and attune to your cyclical nature so that you can consciously tap into the rich wisdom of each phase.
Moreover, working with the moon phases is simple because there are only four primary Moon phases. You can use this to time anything from cleaning your house to planting a garden!
New Moon: New Beginnings
The new moon is when the moon is at its darkest, and itโs sometimes called the dark moon. From here, it gradually builds in strength toward the full moon over the following two weeks. The new moon phase is a more introspective time and represents new beginnings as we plant seeds for the future.
Itโs the beginning of the moon cycle and is the best time to welcome a fresh start and plant seeds.
Let go of everything unwanted, release what no longer serves you so that you can welcome in the new, and also remember to turn your houseplants and outside potted greenery around, so their other sides receive sunlight.
Waxing Moon: Time for Action
The waxing moon is when the moon’s light gradually begins to expand and grow in its fullness, serving as fuel during this phase.
The waxing moon is a good time to be creative, get motivated, commit to what you are building, and put your intentions into action.
Think of what you want more of in your life right now and plan realistic daily steps you can take to achieve them.
Full Moon: Completion
The full moon is the phase when the sun illuminates the entire moon, making her as full, round, and bright as can be.
It is the time for welcoming any positivity into your life. It is a time of celebration, completion, abundance, and gratitude.
Everything is in full illumination, which means itโs a good time to look honestly at the full spectrum of what is or is not working for you, and the full moon is an excellent time to cleanse and activate your crystals.
Plan your housewarming party on the full moon for guaranteed high vibes.
Waning Moon: Conscious Endings
Waning refers to the decreasing of the moonโs light. The moon begins to darken, inviting you to shed and release.
The waning moon is also a time to declutter, decrease, cleanse, end chapters, and allow the waters of your intuition to flow fully.
We all know how good it feels to walk into a clean and clear space. The waning moon invites you to release the clutter and create a sacred space to dwell in so that your mind and energy feel clear so
clean your closets, have a yard sale, or donate unused items to charity.
The moon is an important expression and symbol, and I hope you can tap into the moon’s energy to improve your home!