This Month We Honor October’S Blood Moon. 

Other names for this moon include: HUNTER’S MOON, SHEDDING MOON, HARVEST MOON, AND FALLING-LEAF MOON.

This month’s moon got its name because October is often the month for hunting and gathering. People hunted and preserved meat in order to survive the upcoming winter.

Important Dates:

September 28th - New Moon - Super Moon

October 5th - First Quarter Moon (Waxing Moon)

October 13th - Full Moon

October 23rd - Third Quarter Moon (Waning Moon)

October 27th - New Moon

October 31st/November 1st - Samhain

Intention: TO CONNECT WITH ANIMALS & HONOR NATURE.

The October Moon is a time for connecting to loved ones who have passed, preparing for a long winter, drawing your attention inward, and driving out any negativity in your home. Perform divination like tarot or runes to see what the next few months hold. Take ritual baths. Honor your animals. We also celebrate the sabbat samhain, a witchy holiday where the veil between the the physical world and the spirit world is lifted. Though some people might feel afraid of spirits, this isn’t a time for fear. Rather, it’s a time to call on the collective guidance and wisdom of the universe.

Dear Moon and dear Universe,

I am excited to co-create with you throughout the lunar cycle of the Blood Moon. I know I live in a world full of magic and possibility, and I choose to step into my power every single day. As I electronically send up my intentions to you, I already know my desires are a done deal. I’m a goddess who manifests all her desires beautifully, and I know the Universe always delivers in the most magical, unexpected ways. I believe everything that unfolds over this next lunar cycle is for my highest good. 

I will write these goals without censoring or limiting myself. Anything is possible. I give myself permission to go after the biggest, craziest, wildest dreams and I am guided by my intuition. I know that it’s totally cool to change my mind. My desires can change just as the moon changes from phase to phase. I embrace fluidity. I embrace divine timing. And I’m so ready for this.  

Note: The most powerful affirmations are written in the first person and in present tense (as if you’ve already achieved your goal) with a focus on the positive aspects of your goal. For example instead of: “ Get rid of credit card debt.” say, “I have more than enough money for everything I’ve already purchased and everything I desire to purchase.”

Note from Julie: Your answers will never be shared with anyone.

“I RELEASE ANY NEGATIVITY THAT HAS BUILT UP IN MY HOME AND IN MY BODY. I WELCOME THE DARK AND THE QUIET. I HONOR THE CYCLES OF NATURE.”

Full moon spell

Here’s a list of magical tools you can use to honor the power of the Blood Moon. Use these tools in spells or on your personal moon altar.

Colors for the Blood Moon

• Navy

• Pine green

• Crimson

• Orange

• Black

• Maroon

• Purple

• Gray

Crystals for the Blood Moon

• Labradorite

• Black kyanite

• Opal

• Black tourmaline

• Beryl

• Turquoise

• Onyx

Essential Oils for the Blood Moon

• Thyme oil

• Angelica oil

• Burdock oil

• Bergamot oil

Note: Do not let undiluted essential oils touch your skin. Be aware that any of these oils could cause an allergic reaction and many are not recommended for pregnant women. Consult a doctor before using any essential oil. Be sure to dilute essential oils in water (for a ritual bath) or in a carrier oil such as almond oil.

I recommend using essential oil in an essential oil diffuser or in a heated cauldron of water.

Plants + Flowers for the Blood Moon

• Pennyroyal

• Thyme

• Catnip

• Uva ursi

• Angelica

• Basil

• Burdock

• Yew

• Cypress

• Calendula