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(One Person’s View Point) August witchcraft is All About Harvesting, Vitality, and Appreciation.
We reap what we have sowed at this time of the year, when the sun is still hot but we are entering the liminal energy of autumn.
I am trying to work more closely with the energies that already surround me.
For that reason, I am working with seasonal, monthly, and lunar energies.
If you are like me, and trying to work with the energy around us instead of against it, I hope that these correspondences will help you in that endeavor.
In the end, tuning our spells and rituals to be appropriate for the season we are in can only make our magick stronger.
And isn’t that exactly what we all want?
August Witchcraft Correspondences
The magickal keywords of August witchcraft are harvest, appreciation, vitality, health, friendship, power, courage, and strength.
Keep these keywords in mind when scheduling your magick for the month.
Consider how you can improve your health or friendships, or build your own personal power with witchcraft.
If you have found your courage or strength waning in the previous weeks, now is the time to revitalize those essential elements of life.
The energy of August is very strong, and lends itself well to self improvement.
August is also the month when we celebrate Lammas or Lughnasadh, one of the 3 harvest festivals of the wheel of the year.
| Theme | August Correspondences |
| Spirits | Dryads, phoenix, sphinx, dragon |
| Herbs | Basil, mints, yarrow, meadowsweet, ground ivy, mugwort, elderberries, chamomile, St. Johns wort, bay, fennel, rue, orange, corn, wheat |
| Colors | Yellow, gold, red, orange |
| Flowers | Sunflower, marigold, calendula |
| Scents | Frankincense, heliotropeCrystalsPeridot, sardonyx, spinel, cat’s eye, carnelian, jasper, fire agate, garnet |
| Trees | Hazel, alder, cedar |
| Animals | Lion, crain, falcon, eagle |
| Deities | Lugh, Ganesha, Thoth, Diana, Hecate, Vulcan, Mars, Nemesis, Hathor, Thor |
| Full Moon Name | Sturgeon moon, green corn moon, grain moon, red moon |
| Keywords | Harvest, appreciation, vitality, health, friendship, power, courage, strength |
Full Sturgeon Moon Magic Ritual (August)
Sturgeon Moon is the name of August’s Full Moon. Indigenous tribes of North America knew that in August, the giant sturgeon of the Great Lakes were most readily caught. The sturgeon is a very large, prehistoric-looking fish that has changed very little in over 100 million years. It is truly a “living fossil.”
Having entered the second half of the year, we begin to notice things that need to be removed. In your life, what habit would you like to see go the way of the dinosaurs? What is hindering you or holding you back?
Here is a simple candle-burning ritual for banishing a bad habit from your life with Magic. 🕯️
How does this spell work?
The time of the Sturgeon Moon is an ideal time for getting rid of “old dinosaurs” that continue to weigh you down. This powerful moon occurs towards the end of the Summer, signaling that all seasons must come to an end.
Black is a color that dissolves negative energies. The black candle will assist you in truly getting rid of whatever is holding you back from becoming your best Self.
When you banish something from your life, it leaves a gap in your daily routine. It is therefore essential to fill the space left by the banished behavior with a conscious intention. The strength of the Full Moon will lend power to a positive statement, to help give you the Will to create your new reality.
The best day for this ritual is a Tuesday but you can do this spell on any of the three nights in August when the Moon is full.
Before you begin, make sure you have set an intention for this ritual. It can be anything from quitting smoking / snacking / social media, to severing an unhealthy relationship. This is the time to be bold, clear, and strong in your determination.
Full Sturgeon Moon Magic Ritual
Full Moon banishing ritual with the strength and magic of the Sturgeon Moon (August). This spell of positive witchcraft can help you get rid of a bad habit.
Ingredients
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1 black candle of any size
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Pen or pencil
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Cauldron or fireproof container
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2 strips of paper
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Purifying incense (lavender, cinnamon, sage, palo santo, rosemary)
How to cast the spell
- Light the candle and incense on your altar. Relax and take three deep breaths. As you breath out, see yourself expelling the negativity from your body and your space.
- On a strip of paper, write down the habit you wish to break.
- Make sure there’s an adult in the room for this part. Light the paper using the candle’s flame and quickly place it in your cauldron.
- Watch the paper burn as you chant this spell:
- Take the second strip of paper, and write a new description of yourself in the present tense. For example, “I am a non-smoker.”
- Say the statement three times. Paste the strip of paper on your book of shadows or your journal and leave it there.
- Everyday until the next Full Moon, repeat the statement when you wake up, making eye contact with yourself in a mirror. This will strengthen the spell daily.
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5 Full Sturgeon Moon Rituals to Harness Depth and Wisdom (Aug 2025)
By August, the year’s light and energy is beginning to shift.
The sun softens, the nights start to stretch out a little longer, and somewhere beneath it all, a quieter rhythm stirs. The Sturgeon Moon, rising this year on August 9, is the full moon of deep waters and ancient knowing.
This isn’t a flashy moon. It’s a moon of depth – of sitting with the first glimpses of your shadows, tapping into the whispers of your intuition, and listening for the messages that only silence can reveal
Named for the great sturgeon fish, a creature that has lived in Earth’s waters since prehistoric times, this full moon carries themes of resilience, emotional endurance, and ancestral memory. It reminds us that wisdom isn’t loud – it’s patient, rooted, and earned.
Energy of the Sturgeon Moon: Depth, Stillness & Sacred Listening
While the Buck Moon in July is bold and wild, the Sturgeon Moon is more subtle, and quiet, urging us to tap into a deeper current moving under the surface of life. It calls you to slow down, go inward, and look beneath the obvious.
This is a time for reflection, shadow work, and intuitive clarity.
In Native American cultures (where the name of this full moon originates) the sturgeon symbolises survival, sacred cycles, and ancient wisdom. These fish have outlived ice ages, mass global pollution, and centuries of change. They represent what endures – what lasts even when the surface world transforms.
Spiritually, this moon asks:
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- What truths have you been avoiding?
- What are you finally ready to face?
- What guidance could be waiting in the quiet places you usually ignore?
There is no rushing required by the sturgeon moon. Just presence, practice, and the deep gift of seeing clearly – maybe even for the very first time.
5 Rituals to Try Under the Sturgeon Moon
Let this moon guide you gently inward. These rituals are designed to help you connect with the Sturgeon Moon’s watery, emotional, and intuitive energy. They’re ideal for deep soul work, emotional healing, and honouring the wisdom within.
- Moonwater Mirror Gaze
- Deep Depths Journalling Ritual
- Blue Smoke Shadow Release
- River Stone Intuition Grid
- Ancestral Offering to the Deep
Click here to read the rituals in this article Source: themoonschool.org
June’s Strawberry Moon: Spiritual Meaning and Full Moon Ritual
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June’s Strawberry Moon: Spiritual Meaning and Full Moon Ritual
It’s a great time for spells connected to love and abundance.
June’s Full Strawberry Moon will take place on June 21, 2024, the day following the Summer Solstice. When it comes to the Strawberry Moon’s spiritual meaning, it’s the time of the year to focus on love, abundance, and prosperity.
If that sounds similar to the Flower Moon, it’s because it is. Some of the themes that were just blooming then are coming into their peak now.
Full Moon spells, rituals, and correspondences for the Strawberry Moon are related to love and prosperity. In June 2024, the Full Moon is in Capricorn, so if there are some practical ways you can move forward on those goals, now is the time to put those ideas into place.
Why Is June’s Full Moon Called the Strawberry Moon?
We call it the Strawberry Moon because it is the name some Indigenous American tribes used to describe the time of the year when strawberries are ripe. Though, sometimes, the Moon itself looks slightly reddish.
June’s Moon may be the last Full Moon for spring, or in the case this year, the first Full Moon of summer. Many of its other names for this Moon are connected to the sense that everything is in flow and is coming to fruition.
June was named after the goddess Juno, the Roman Goddess of marriage and childbirth. And, according to NASA, “The tradition of calling the first month of marriage the “honeymoon” may be tied to this full Moon because of the custom of marrying in June or because the “Honey Moon” is the “sweetest” Moon of the year.” (Though, sometimes, the first full Moon following this would be in July.)
June’s Full Moon is also known as:
Gardening Moon (Ojibwe)
River Moon (Catawba)
Moon of Birthing (Inupiat)
Berries Ripen Moon (Haida)
Summer Moon (Tunica and Seneca)
Egg Laying Moon (Cree)
Honey Moon (Medieval Europe)
Mead Moon (Medieval Europe)
Rose Moon (Europe)
What Is the Strawberry Moon’s Spiritual Meaning?
The energy of the Strawberry Full Moon is:
June Correspondences
What Kind of Magic Should I Do In My Full Moon Ritual?
Journal Prompts for June’s Full Moon
Strawberry Moon Activities
Simple Full Moon Ritual for the Strawberry Moon
Meditate or take a ritual bath to center and focus your energy on your intention. As the energy is more Earth-based this month, if you can meditate safely outside, you might find it more rewarding.
Cleanse the space using smoke from your preferred cleansing herb. Move the smoke around your altar in a clockwise manner. You may also create a circle using salt, flowers, or herbs. Create the circle in a clockwise fashion.
If you wish to charge Moon water, place water on your altar or where it will be bathed in the Moon’s light. Place any crystals you want to charge on your altar or where they will be under the moonlight.
Light the candles on your altar.
Use the journal prompts above or begin to journal about what you wish to let go of this Full Moon on one page. Write about what you wish to bring in on another. Do not judge yourself, simply let your intuition and higher self guide you. If you feel scattered, take a break to bring your focus back to your breath. Breathe slowly and mindfully, then begin again.
If you feel compelled to do so, you may burn the page containing what you wish to release. Do so in a fireproof bowl.
Stay in the calm, focused energy as long as desire, then thank the Moon, any deities you’ve worked with. In doing so, you will close the circle. If you have created a physical circle, remove it slowly and with intention in a counterclockwise fashion.
Author: Rebecca Swanner
Full Moon Ritual For Kids By Beth Griffin
Moon Cycle Rituals and intention setting with your kids!? YES!
The moon is probably one of my favorite life/homeschool topics. I started practicing moon cycle rituals years ago and this has grown to be something the kids look forward to now too. The Full Moon brings lots of energy- it’s great having a practice to help to process and feel less overwhelmed.
EVERYTHING is cyclical, awareness of and connection to the moon cycle will welcome more ease into daily life.
Take some time and pay attention to the cycle of the moon for a few months, note your feelings/mood/behaviors, and do the same for your kids.
You’ll likely see a spike in high energy around the time of the Full Moon, ask any ER doctor, the old saying that “things are always more wild around a Full Moon”, has real, statistical legs.
So what to do with all of that super charged energy?
Full Moon Ritual For Kids:
Some items to gather that touch all 5 senses:
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Paper and something to write, draw, or paint with- get as creative as you want! Pouring Full Moon energy into art is a great outlet!
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If you set goals/intentions on the New Moon, bring those- we usually each set one together and then use this time to reflect and appreciate the journey.
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A guided meditation- the Calm app or Headspace app are both AWESOME for this! We love the meditations for kids on the Calm app and use them all the time. I tried being the one to guide and apparently that makes the kids giggle and want to ask questions and chat- which is fine, but I also like seeing them just BE and breathe. Another option is calming music. If you have a favorite candle or cleansing fragrance like burning some cedar chips or a smoke cleansing bundle- go for it!
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Crystals- if you have a crystal collection, this is a great time to enjoy it. Both of my kiddos love rocks, crystals and minerals and have solid collections going at this point, so we like to incorporate our found treasures in this ritual.
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Epsom salt & herb bath- this has become something we try to do more often, but life is so busy with middle grade kiddos and all the activities- so it’s nice to incorporate a special bath in our Moon Ritual so each kiddo still has at least a couple baths each month.
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FIRE- The Full Moon is time to let go of what no longer serves us, appreciate the lessons we’ve learned and celebrate what brought us joy and fulfillment. I know that may sound a little sketchy with young kids, but it’s actually a great way to teach fire safety and have some fun.
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Music- the Full Moon is all about big, bright energy, so it’s a wonderful time to move and shake to your favorite tunes.
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Food- sharing a meal with family and friends to celebrate the Full Moon is always fun and a great way to connect and share your favorite foods. Since there is usually one Full Moon per month you can totally theme it to the season or to which full moon it is. This can also help you create a habit of doing at least one community or family meal each month, even in the busiest of times.
How to practice:
Set aside 30 minutes the day of the Full Moon – or if that’s not possible any time with in about 48 hours prior or post- I have kids too, I get it.
GET OUTSIDE:
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Weather permitting, Incorporate some time outside, if possible, in the moonlight. This can be a little more of a challenge in Summer months. If the moon comes up past bedtime, work the outdoor time in before that, any time outside is good! You can do the entire ritual outdoors, in the yard, at the beach or on a camping trip.
GET CENTERED:
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Start with a grounding mindfulness/meditation practice- depending on what your kids are up for, this could be 3 deep breaths together, a 5-7 minute guided meditation or something more. Kids love chanting, humming, singing a song together- get creative to help them engage while they feel calm and present.
GET CREATIVE:
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When you’re finished with mindfulness, take 5-20 minutes for “journaling practice”- this obviously varies a bit with various age/ability levels- my 5 year old likes to draw and write a tiny bit, my 8 year old will write the entire time. Alternatively (or as an additional part of the ritual) you can do some lunar art! I have a few ideas saved on Pinterest if you’d like to check em out!
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Here are some questions you can use as prompts for writing, journaling, discussion or even art inspiration.
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What is something you have worked on or accomplished in the past few weeks, how does the progress or achievement make you feel?
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What is one thing you appreciate?
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What is something that makes you feel FULL & BRIGHT like the moon?
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GET FULL & BRIGHT:
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The moon in this phase is FULL & BRIGHT so this is a good time to embrace that big energy and celebrate the things that make us feel full of light. We love incorporating fire in this part of the ritual- and usually do so with our back yard fire pit. You can use a candle or even make a pretend fire with tissue paper. Always be safe and mindful when using fire for part of your practice. The Full Moon is time to let go of what is no longer serving us, appreciate the lessons we’ve learned and celebrate what is going well. We like to write down what we are letting go of and burn it in the fire.
OTHER FUN IDEAS:
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If you have a crystal collection it’s fun to set them up on a tray and take them out for a little charge-up at night in the light of the Full Moon.
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You can also make “moon water” by filling a glass jar (or any container with a lid really) with water and letting it bathe all night in the moonlight.
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Take a bath- this is a great way to wrangle some of that wild Full Moon energy after your ritual. We like adding 1/4 cup Epsom salt and some calming herbs/oils like lavender.
From homeschoolnaturally.com
Full Flower Moon Coloring Page for Your BOS/Grimoire/Witchcraft Book of KNowledge
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This page has correspondences for the May Flower Moon and pretty flowers along the edge. I am adding it to my grimoire after I color it.
How to Celebrate the Worm Moon: Ideas and Rituals
From spells8.com
As we enter March, the month of the Spring Equinox, we experience massive energy shifts, and the world around us is changing. We are adjusting to the seasonal tides, just as the worms are transforming the soil.
March is a time to be mindful and stay alert, yet also to let our guards down and embrace the unpredictable energy of the season with optimism and courage. We must reaffirm our foundations and adjust our footing until we feel centered, balanced, and grounded.
Worm Moon Protection Spell
March is an excellent time to work magic and strengthen our protections, fortifying our courage as we open ourselves to the positive and fortunate unexpected possibilities that the quickening and invigorating energies of spring can bring.
Full Worm Moon Protection Spell
Cast a spell on the Full Worm Moon of March. All you need is a white candle, a small bowl of salt, a piece of paper and pen, and a handful of soil. May the powerful energy of the full worm moon bring you the protection and peace you seek.
INGREDIENTS
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1 Small bowl of salt
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1 Handful of soil
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Pen and paper
HOW TO CAST THE SPELL
Sit in a quiet place where you won’t be disturbed. Light the white candle and place it in front of you.
Sprinkle some salt around the candle, forming a circle of protection.
Take the piece of paper and write down any fears or worries you have. Then cross them out as if cancelling these thoughts.
Break the paper inside the bowl of soil, and mix it around with your fingers.
Hold the bowl in your hands, visualizing a white light surrounding you and protecting you from harm.
Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths, feeling the energy of the spell surrounding you and protecting you.
When you’re ready, blow out the candle and bury the soil outside. Alternatively, you can burn the paper and bury the ashes instead. Be careful if working with fire.
Print this Spell for the Worm Moon
This PDF version comes with a transparent background so you can print it on any kind of paper you want and add it to your own Book of Shadows. Find more printable grimoire pages and more Moon Journaling Ideas.
The Lunar Witch’s Guide To Moon Spells: Rituals, Manifestation, and More
In witchcraft, moon magic is really popular for a reason. Using the power of the moon to cast all types of spells, including moon spells, is extremely effective!
After all, one of the reasons we live cyclically is because of the moon. Even if you aren’t into moon phases or don’t actually notice when there’s a new moon versus a full moon, your body and your emotions definitely know.
I typically work as an eclectic witch, pulling from both folk magic and traditional magic, but I do consider myself a lunar witch or moon witch too, because I work so closely with the energy of the moon. I find that the moon is incredibly powerful and comforting at the same time, making it the perfect energetic force for both beginner and advanced witches!
Today, I’m sharing everything I know about moon spells and being a moon witch. This post will be about more than just manifestation. Specifically, I’ll go into the various spells, rituals, and manifestation techniques that I use during each moon phase, as well as how to work with the moon and …
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Can Full Moon Rituals Be Done Inside?
Can Full Moon Rituals Be Done Inside?
Question: Can Full Moon Rituals Be Done Inside
A reader writes in asking, “I want to do a full moon ritual this month, but it’s getting really cold. Will the ritual still be effective if I do it inside?”
Another reader asks, “If I’m doing a full moon rite outside and the clouds cover the moon, should I start over again?”
Answer:
The short answers to those are yes and no. Yes, your ritual will still be effective if you do it inside.
No, you don’t have to start over if the moon goes behind a cloud. Here’s why:
Just because you can’t see the moon doesn’t mean it’s not there, or that it’s no longer full. You’re basing your working or ritual on the energy of the full moon, and that never changes — whether you can see it or not.
Looking for seasonal full moon rituals? Try one of these to get you started, depending on the time of the year!
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Autumn Full Moon Ceremony
- This ritual can be held during any of the Autumn full moon cycles. Celebrate the Corn Moon in September, the Harvest Moon in October, and November’s Blood Moon. Although this ceremony is designed for a group, it could easily be adapted for a solitary practitioner.
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Winter Full Moon Ceremony
- Instead of a regular Esbat rite, some Wiccan and Pagan groups tailor their full moon celebrations to the season. This ceremony is designed for a group of at least four people, and can be held during any of the chilly winter months.
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Spring Full Moon Ceremony
- Celebrate the arrival of spring with a seasonal full moon. Welcome spring with a water-themed ritual adaptable for either groups or solitaries.
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Summer Full Moon Ceremony
- Instead of a regular Esbat rite, some Wiccan and Pagan groups tailor their full moon celebrations to the season. This ceremony is designed for a group of at least four people, and can be held during any of the sunny summer months.
Source: Patti Wigington, Paganism/Wicca Expert
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