lunar
the lunar cycle is celebrated in four parts. new moon, first quarter moon, full moon, and last quarter moon. these celebrations, for the most part, do not follow the modern calendar.
# moon names
these are the names i’ve given each full moon in accordance with what’s happening in my part of the world (north carolina, usa).
| month | name |
|---|---|
| january | coyote moon |
| february | birdsong moon |
| march | daffodil moon |
| april | pollen moon |
| may | snake moon |
| june | strawberry moon |
| july | beach moon |
| august | heat moon |
| september | rose moon |
| october | |
| november | |
| december |
# phases of the moon
# flowing with the moon
| phase | flow |
|---|---|
| new moon | set intentions |
| waxing crescent moon | sit with & visualize intentions |
| first quarter moon | take action & build momentum |
| waxing gibbous moon | trust the work |
| full moon | gratitude, joy, & celebration |
| waning gibbous moon | be present & grateful |
| last quarter moon | let go & forgive |
| waning crescent moon | rest, recover, & reflect |