A BONUS post as I had a few requests for a Full Moon in Virgo ritual so here you go… (also I would appreciate it if you would please take a moment to complete the poll at the end of the post).
Read my Full Moon in Virgo post first.
I have had the good fortune of working and learning from many witches over the years but there is one group that stands out above all others in my mind and that is the magickal practitioner with a natal Virgo Moon. Now to be clear, I am not saying you are not a badass and excellent witch if your Moon is not in Virgo but let’s just say that a Virgo Moon witch finds it easier than most to shift perspectives and alter reality.
Why? Because her Moon is ruled by Mercury who is exalted in Virgo and Mercury here blesses the magician/witch with linguistic brilliance. Words are power on the tongue of the Virgo Moon witch.
Luckily we all have a chance to use our own words of power this lunation.
We can use words as tools of liberation not only for ourselves but for the collective.
Set the following intention before you begin today’s magickal working:
I dissolve all illusions and awaken to the reality of my true nature as a wonder worker.
Preparation
Clean Your Space
My Venus is in Virgo and I can’t abide dust bunnies or piles of unwashed clothes (although I’m ok with mountains of books). I share this with you because you may feel this is all too much but do know that for your magick to work you have to prioritize cleanliness and purification.
Start by moving unwanted energy, which I define as heavy and stagnant energy, out of your home.
Your home has to be clean. It does not have to be spotless and sterile like a lab - but it has to reflect order. Every item in your home has to have a function or purpose. As an animist, I believe everything is alive. I do not have a rock or a pot in my home that has not been a) cleansed and b) ritually welcomed. I recognize this may sound extreme but what you get when you follow this practice is a home that pulsates with love. I do regular “scans” in every room and if an object feels like it requires attention I usually rub it with a cleaning cloth and speak words of love over it. Further, enchanted objects can serve as wards, which means they will assist in protecting your home from unwelcome entities and spirits.
If you are “new” to magick (we are all magicians but not all are awake) then you may be under the impression that cleaning and purifying your space is about “removing negative spirits”. A reminder that you do in fact want certain spirits in your home. You want good household spirits for example - and you want to be able to differentiate between them and negative or transient spirits.
Clean to improve the flow of Qi (energy). Follow basic Feng Shui principles. Open the front door, move your furniture around, bring plants inside…
Start with the following:
Clean and declutter all surfaces starting with your kitchen counters
Wipe blinds clean
Check window corners for dirt or mold.
Clean under your bed.
Continue...until your home sparkles.
And,
use astringent cleaning materials like lemon and vinegar (very Virgoan).
Charge your crystals
Your crystal friend this weekend is CRYSTAL QUARTZ for clarity, focus and amplification.
Clear Quartz's energy aligns with Virgo's grounded disposition and aids in filtering distractions so you can approach tasks with heightened mental clarity and precision.
If the skies are clear tonight leave your crystals outside, if not leave them near the window.
Write your intentions
Full Moon intentions are for letting go and releasing. Make sure you write out your intentions - put pen to paper.
I NOW RELEASE…
Start with the following considerations:
What unhelpful patterns do I need to release in order to achieve my goals?
Virgo is a practical sign focused on improvement. Look to your Virgo house for themes that require a clear-eyed and precise approach.
How can I be of service?
Virgo likes to feel helpful and productive - but not at the expense of their wellbeing and sanity. So spend a few minutes here reflecting on how you can be of service to others without burning out.
Plan it out.
In your journal or notebook, write out the steps that you will undertake to achieve 1-3 important goals. Success, as Virgo knows, is in the details. This is a good day to indulge in some “overthinking”. Go into as much detail as you can in describing each step.
The Astrology
The success of your magick today depends on an understanding of the following:
Both the Moon in Virgo and Saturn despise disorder. Focus on bringing order to your space and your thoughts. If your space is cluttered then your mind is cluttered.
Your VIRGO house is where the magick happens this lunation
Mercury the ruler of this lunation is in Pisces. Your dreams are gateways to new possibilities. Pay attention. Ancestors and divine beings hold the solutions to your problems. If you do not have an ancestral practice, consider starting one this weekend.
Ancestor invocation
Do this during the hour of the Full Moon or during Mercury’s hour in your location.
Invoke the assistance of your ancestors. Set a table with a candle, a glass of water, an offering of food and incense (frankincense or rosemary). Open sacred space by ringing a bell. Call on your well and good ancestors. Start your ritual by welcoming them to your table and home. I like to sing a psalm to my ancestors as most were Catholic, however you can recite a poem or skip this step. Sit in silence with your ancestors for a few minutes. It’s important that you feel relaxed. When you feel ready to speak, let them know what’s in your heart.
Do not rush this. Sometimes you will feel the presence of only one ancestor. Sometimes a house spirit joins the party. Regular practice will help you discern who is who. If you want confirmation or clarification on who is present you can always pull cards. A Queen will indicate an older woman, a King an older man, a Knight a young man or a woman who displays knightly qualities like courage and a Page a child or youth under the age of 18.
Close the space by thanking your ancestors and then ringing the bell.
Happy Full Moon in Virgo!
xo
I have a natal Virgo moon, though it was not full when I was born, and it's definitely felt like slipping into an energetic hot tub today. Bringing my healing work to conclusion this weekend. 🙂