Three Effortless Rituals for The New Moon

I like using the Moon phases to take a little extra time to check in with myself & create some special magic through rituals. These can be pretty much anything that I want to incorporate into my daily practices & habits; it all depends on the intentions infused into the actions. I usually share one in my newsletter, but I couldn't decide between the three I'm feeling called to this New Moon - so I decided to share them all! Try the ones that feel right for you, tweak them to make them your own, or do something different that lights you up.

Feet on Ground, Heart in Hand

Feel your feet on the earth (or floor if you're inside). Place one hand on your heart & one on your belly. Take 3 (or more) breaths so deep that both hands rise. To complete the ritual/practice, say (or think) one thing you're grateful for at the moment. I invite you to do this at least once a day, from now until the Full Moon - I like to do it twice a day, once in the morning & again before I go to sleep. I call on it whenever I feel spacey or anxious as well. There’s nothing quite like a good, deep breath.

Meditate

The Chani Nicholas app is my favourite - the meditations are glorious & incorporate real-world practices that have helped me cope with anxiety, stay grounded when I'm struggling, & celebrate when things are flowing with ease. The one for this New Moon was extra juicy & I had to share it! If you don't already have the app, they just sent out a code for a free 30-day trial: it’s RETROGRADEFREE30 & expires June 10th.

Donate

Ritual is not only about caring for yourself; it's also how you show up for the community as a whole. If you can, donating to causes you're passionate about is one beautiful way to do this. It doesn't have to be much- even the cost of a coffee helps. The little things add up. If you work for a company that uses a platform like Benevity, you can also see if they'll match your donation!