Dreams, instincts, and the quiet pull of the unseen
The moon doesn’t shout.
She whispers. She reflects. She reveals — slowly, softly, sometimes in riddles.
In divination, the Moon’s energy speaks to the subconscious, the emotional tides, and the layers beneath what we think we know. It holds power not in clarity, but in mystery.
It reminds us that intuition isn’t always logical — but it’s always real.
🌕 The Moon as Symbol – Light in the Darkness
The Moon card in tarot (and moon symbology across many divinatory systems) speaks of:
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Illusion – things not being what they seem
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Cycles – waning, waxing, and changing over time
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Shadow work – diving into the depths of the self
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Heightened intuition – dreams, gut feelings, synchronicities
It teaches us that the unknown isn’t something to fear — it’s something to explore with care and curiosity.
🌘 Phases and Feelings – How the Lunar Cycle Shapes Intuition
Each moon phase carries its own energetic pull in divination:
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🌑 New Moon – potential, intention, rest before growth
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🌓 First Quarter – movement, decision, and momentum
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🌕 Full Moon – clarity, culmination, and powerful insight
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🌗 Last Quarter – release, reflection, and letting go
Working with the moon’s cycle in your divinatory practice means:
✨ Timing your readings for clarity or insight
✨ Understanding emotional tides during each phase
✨ Deepening your connection to natural rhythms
🐺 Symbols Within the Moon Card – A Journey Through the Unseen
In tarot, The Moon card often includes:
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A dog and a wolf – representing tame vs wild instincts
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A path through the darkness – the journey of inner truth
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A pool of water – the subconscious, dreams, and deep feeling
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A crayfish or lobster – emerging from the depths, representing what lies beneath the surface
Each element invites us to walk the shadow path with trust — to explore without needing immediate answers.
🌙 Lunar Divination – Trusting the Intuitive Voice
Whether it’s moon phase tracking, lunar tarot spreads, or simply feeling more tuned in around the full moon, lunar energy heightens our intuitive channels.
It asks:
✨ What am I sensing right now?
✨ What’s beneath the surface of this question or situation?
✨ Where am I being guided by something deeper than logic?
The Moon reminds us that not all wisdom is rational.
Some of it rises from the quiet waters of the soul.
With deep roots and an open heart,
Sarah x