Have you ever heard people talking about the new moon and wondered why it is an important window? The new moon is one of the most magical moon phases and is recognised as a powerful time across many different cultures and practices. This is the perfect opportunity to set your intentions for the coming lunar cycle and get excited about your future. This article explores how to work with lunar energy and new moon affirmations to help supercharge your intentions.
What is a new moon?
The moon goes through phases as it orbits our planet. It takes just over 27 days to orbit the earth, but a full lunar phase (from new moon to new moon) takes 29.5 days. During this cycle, different parts of the moon are illuminated based on where the moon is in relation to planet earth and the sun. The new moon phase is where the moon is not visible from earth as only the side of the moon that faces away from the planet is lit by the sun. As the days progress, a small sliver of the moon will become visible.
What is the meaning and significance of the new moon?
The new moon not only marks the beginning of a new lunar cycle, but the beginning of a new intention, phase, or journey for ourselves. The moon will continue to grow in the night sky, and this energy helps support our intentions. Imagine the dark night sky as deep bed of soil. As we plant our seed and nurture it, we are able to bring our manifestations into reality.
The new moon also represents the opportunity to grow again and again. At each new moon we can reflect on the past month and what didn’t serve us. Even if things didn’t go as planned, we will always have the opportunity to renew ourselves on the new moon. This reflects our cyclical nature. We are always moving forward, learning, and evolving.
This lunar phase is also a great time to find a sense of direction. The new moon can help connect you back to your truest desires and most authentic self if you’ve been feeling a little lost. Think of this as your clean slate and an opportunity to take a moment and focus on what fulfils you.
Journaling for the new moon
On a new moon, it’s always a good idea to spend some time journaling and reflecting on your intentions. Use these prompts to develop self awareness and connect you back to your authenticity. You can also combine these with the following new moon affirmations.
Focusing on the previous 30 days:
- What did you manifest, achieve, or complete?
- What have been your biggest achievements?
- In what areas of your life did you experience the biggest changes?
- In what areas of your life do you still feel stuck?
Focusing on the next 30 days:
- What would you like to manifest, achieve, or complete?
- Do you have any big projects or events coming up?
- What areas of your life would you like to focus on?
- What feelings do you want to embody?
New moon affirmations
The new moon is also a great time to begin working with affirmations to help focus on your intention. You can include these affirmations in your journal, or speak them aloud. Take the ones that resonate and feel free to edit them to make them more personal.
- I am aligned, focused, and ready.
- I remain in alignment with my manifestations.
- My magnetism increases every day.
- I believe in myself and my abilities.
- I embrace new beginnings.
- My energy is vibrant and powerful.
- I am ready for transformational shifts.
- I connect to the energy of my goals with ease.
- My soul is thriving and ready for growth.
- I take inspired action every single day.
- I know that everything is going to work out perfectly.
- My body, mind, and spirit are all balanced.
- I create from a place of love and authenticity.
- I connect with the highest vision for myself.
- The moon guides me to expressing my gifts and talents.
Before you go…
The new moon is certainly a powerful time to set your intentions and get excited about what will manifest over the coming weeks. Use these new moon affirmations and journaling prompts to help achieve your goals with clarity and confidence.