Dear beautiful souls,
As we drift into spooky season — with its pumpkin spice potions, cozy nights, and the soft crunch of leaves beneath our feet — Grandmother Moon will reach her fullest glow at 11:47 p.m. EST / 8:47 p.m. PST on October 6th. Full Moons often bring a sense of culmination, but this one carries even deeper magick… It’s the Harvest Moon.
In pagan and Wiccan traditions, the Harvest Moon is a sacred symbol of prosperity, completion, and the endless cycles of life. As the harvest is gathered, reflection naturally follows. It gently calls to our root, sacral, and solar plexus chakras — awakening something primal within us. There’s a growing urge to ground, to turn inward, to nest as the air grows crisp and the winds shift. We find ourselves reaching for warmth, sweetness, and nourishment, preparing for the deep knowing of the dark season ahead as the light slowly wanes.
This Full Moon rises in fiery Aries, stirring passions and igniting our inner flames. Aries energy asks us to trust our instincts, to stand in our truth, and to boldly embrace our personal power. As emotions run high, unexpected shifts may surface — in love, relationships, or financial matters. But fear not: with the Sun in Libra, a wave of harmony flows in to soothe and balance whatever feels tense or unsettled.
As we step into this October moonlight, we also cross the threshold into the realm of the Crone — the wise one, the keeper of deep magic. The word crone is rooted in crown, the light and wisdom that radiate from within. With the veil between the worlds thinning, this is a moment of soul alchemy and quiet transformation.
Even through this year’s twists and challenges, there remains a spark of hope — a chance for wishes cast under this moon to take root and bloom. On this sacred night, we are invited to release, to dream, and to trust the mystery. May the moon goddess illuminate our path, burn away the shadows, and lead us toward a radiant future.
It’s time to light the fire beneath our cauldrons… and set the night sky ablaze.
To Honor this full moon...
Shadow Work
As the Wheel of the Year turns toward the darker months, we’re invited to journey inward and to call upon the Divine Feminine within. This is a sacred moment to let go of what no longer serves—shedding old stories, clearing the weight of the past, and releasing fear so that our minds and spirits can breathe freely once more.
Brew a batch of Mystic Moon Tea
This tea is crafted in honor of the Samhain lunar cycle—a soulful blend to sip as the veil grows thin. Brewed with hibiscus flowers, rose, cinnamon, and orange peel, its deep garnet hue feels as magical as the season itself. Perfect for cozy nights and mystical gatherings.
Ingredients:
4 parts dried hibiscus; 3 parts fresh orange peel; 2 parts dried tea roses; 2 parts star anise & 1 cinnamon stick
Simply steep in hot water, breathe in the fragrant steam, and enjoy this enchanting brew.
Simple Harvest Moon Tarot Spread
Theme: Gratitude, reflection, and completion. Layout: 5 cards
What am I reaping this season?
What unfinished work needs my attention?
What am I most grateful for?
What should I carry into the next cycle?
How have I evolved?