Dark Moon Rest and Recovery
The dark moon (final days before new moon) is a time of rest. Ancient peoples did not work during this time. This ritual honors the need for recovery.
Intention becomes clearer when chosen in alignment with your current phase.
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Purpose
Honors the dark moons call for rest, recovery, and withdrawal before the new cycle
Optimal Timing
Moon Phase:
Time of Day:evening
Ingredients
LavenderFor bath or pillow
Rest and recovery
Black or dark blue candle1
Dark moon energy
Comfortable sleep spacePrepared
Quality rest
Tools Needed
- Journal for dreams
Preparation Steps
- 1Clear schedule of unnecessary obligations
- 2Prepare for early bedtime
Ritual Steps
- 1Light candle in bathroom
- 2Take lavender bath or shower
- 3Say: The dark moon invites rest. I honor my need for recovery.
- 4Go to bed early
- 5No screens, no productivity
- 6Say: I rest in the darkness. I recover and renew.
- 7Sleep deeply and record dreams
- 8Continue restful practices until new moon
Correspondences
Safety & Ethics
- •Rest is not optional - it is essential
- •Pushing through dark moon can cause burnout
- •Dreams during this time are often significant
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