New Moon Shadow Mapping Ritual
The new moon is the darkest night - ideal for shadow work. This ritual creates safe space to meet rejected parts of self with compassion rather than fear.
Rituals are most effective when aligned with timing and personal cycles.
moon-magicritualintermediate45-60 minutes
Purpose
Uses new moon darkness to safely explore and map shadow aspects of self
Optimal Timing
Moon Phase:
Time of Day:night
Ingredients
Black candle1
Shadow illumination
Journal and black pen1
Recording shadow aspects
Obsidian or black tourmaline1
Shadow work stones
Mirror1
Facing the shadow
Tools Needed
- Private quiet space
- Tissues if needed
Preparation Steps
- 1Prepare for deep inner work
- 2Set intention to meet shadow with compassion
Ritual Steps
- 1Light black candle as only light
- 2Hold shadow stone and breathe deeply
- 3Gaze into mirror in dim light
- 4Ask: What am I afraid to see about myself?
- 5Let answers arise without judgment
- 6Write everything in journal - fears, shames, denied parts
- 7For each shadow aspect, say: I see you. I accept you. You are part of me.
- 8Ask: What does this shadow need?
- 9Commit to one integration practice
- 10Thank your shadow for showing itself
Correspondences
Safety & Ethics
- •Shadow work can be intense - go gently
- •Seek professional help for trauma
- •Integration takes time
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