How I Manifested My Dreams Using a Full Moon Ritual
Riya Kumari | Dec 14, 2024, 23:59 IST
You’ve seen it on Instagram: candles, crystals, and some overly aestheticized "ritual bath" photos with captions like “Releasing what no longer serves me.” And let me guess—you rolled your eyes, right? Yeah, me too. But here’s the thing: full moon rituals aren’t just for witches in expensive yoga pants. Done right, they’re like karaoke night for your soul—loud, liberating, and slightly out of tune but still so good.
Whether you’re chasing career goals, better vibes, or just a guy who texts back (wild, I know), a full moon ritual can help you manifest your desires. And no, you don’t need to sacrifice a goat or chant in Latin (unless you’re into that—no judgment). Full moon rituals aren’t about being perfect or “spiritual enough.” They’re about giving yourself permission to dream big and let go of the junk that’s holding you back. Worst case scenario? You spend an hour being introspective and lighting things on fire. Best case? You get exactly what you asked for—or something even better.
Step 1: Pick Your Full Moon Aesthetic
Look, if you're going to commune with the cosmos, you might as well look the part. You don’t need to go full Stevie Nicks, but leaning into the vibe can help set the mood. Think cozy blankets, moody lighting, and music that says, I’m deep and mysterious, but not I live in a treehouse and refuse to pay taxes. Grab a candle or two. Bonus points if you choose a scent with an unnecessarily poetic name, like “Mystic Fern Whisper” or “Moonlit Driftwood.” This isn’t essential, but it’s part of the ambiance, and trust me, you’ll want to Instagram this later.
Step 2: Write It Down—Manifestation
Here’s where the magic really happens: your full moon wish list. But don’t just scribble “I want to be rich” and call it a day. Be specific, bold, and unapologetic.
Example:
Feel free to throw in a side of sarcasm if that’s your thing. The moon can take it.
Step 3: Burn It (Safely, Please)
This is the fun part: you take your list, fold it up, and burn it. Why? Because fire is dramatic, and drama is half the fun of a ritual. But also, it’s symbolic—like saying, Here, universe, take my dreams and make them happen, or at least don’t let me screw them up myself. Pro tip: Do this outside unless you want to explain to your landlord why your sink looks like a crime scene.
Step 4: Cleanse, Release, Repeat
Now for the releasing part. You’re supposed to let go of things that “no longer serve you.” Sounds vague, right? Think of it as spring cleaning for your emotional baggage. Did your co-worker Karen make a snarky comment about your presentation? Gone. Are you still mentally replaying that embarrassing thing you said in 2018? Released. For an extra touch, grab some sage or palo santo, light it up, and wave it around like you’re auditioning for a very spiritual Broadway musical. Is it necessary? Debatable. But it feels cool, and isn’t that the point?
Step 5: Trust the Universe—Or Fake It
You have to actually believe your manifestation is possible. (Or at least fake it convincingly.) The full moon’s vibes will do their thing, but if you’re sitting there like, This is dumb, I’ll never get a raise, the universe is like, Cool, noted. So act like your desires are already on their way. Pretend you’ve got that promotion, that hot date, or that sense of inner peace everyone keeps talking about. The universe loves confidence.
Step 1: Pick Your Full Moon Aesthetic
Full moon Manifestation
Look, if you're going to commune with the cosmos, you might as well look the part. You don’t need to go full Stevie Nicks, but leaning into the vibe can help set the mood. Think cozy blankets, moody lighting, and music that says, I’m deep and mysterious, but not I live in a treehouse and refuse to pay taxes. Grab a candle or two. Bonus points if you choose a scent with an unnecessarily poetic name, like “Mystic Fern Whisper” or “Moonlit Driftwood.” This isn’t essential, but it’s part of the ambiance, and trust me, you’ll want to Instagram this later.
Step 2: Write It Down—Manifestation
Manifestation
Here’s where the magic really happens: your full moon wish list. But don’t just scribble “I want to be rich” and call it a day. Be specific, bold, and unapologetic.
Example:
- “I want a job that makes me feel as powerful as Beyoncé performing at Coachella, but with better snacks.”
- “I will stop texting my ex, because the universe deserves better vibes than that.”
Step 3: Burn It (Safely, Please)
Burning paper Ritual
This is the fun part: you take your list, fold it up, and burn it. Why? Because fire is dramatic, and drama is half the fun of a ritual. But also, it’s symbolic—like saying, Here, universe, take my dreams and make them happen, or at least don’t let me screw them up myself. Pro tip: Do this outside unless you want to explain to your landlord why your sink looks like a crime scene.
Step 4: Cleanse, Release, Repeat
Sage
Now for the releasing part. You’re supposed to let go of things that “no longer serve you.” Sounds vague, right? Think of it as spring cleaning for your emotional baggage. Did your co-worker Karen make a snarky comment about your presentation? Gone. Are you still mentally replaying that embarrassing thing you said in 2018? Released. For an extra touch, grab some sage or palo santo, light it up, and wave it around like you’re auditioning for a very spiritual Broadway musical. Is it necessary? Debatable. But it feels cool, and isn’t that the point?
Step 5: Trust the Universe—Or Fake It
Pray
You have to actually believe your manifestation is possible. (Or at least fake it convincingly.) The full moon’s vibes will do their thing, but if you’re sitting there like, This is dumb, I’ll never get a raise, the universe is like, Cool, noted. So act like your desires are already on their way. Pretend you’ve got that promotion, that hot date, or that sense of inner peace everyone keeps talking about. The universe loves confidence.