New Beginnings Await Under the Full Wolf Moon

Deeply rooted in symbolism, the first full moon of a new year feels like a fresh start. A chance to learn from the past, reinvent ourselves and embrace the opportunity for renewal. It is a time full of promise and potential, a powerful opportunity for personal growth, and a potent moment to focus on what is truly important. Let us commune together and explore what this first
Full Moon has to offer.  

Illuminating our skies on January 3rd, the Full Wolf Moon is a powerful moment to take charge of your journey, stepping into midwinter with strength, confidence, and resilience surging through your veins. You may have been through a lot this past year, but, like the wolf, you have endured, survived, and emerged stronger on the other side. This is a time for new beginnings and renewal, and the first Full Moon of the year holds deep significance for that journey. 

Intention Setting 

By moonlight, we are guided to set intentions for the twelve months ahead. These intentions are a promise we make to our future self to support us on our path, to find our true calling and to live a happy and fulfilled life. 

 
While traditional new year resolutions can be tricky, time-oriented and stress-inducing, intention setting feels like a softer approach. Guided by the self, these intentions are designed to enhance our quality of life by tapping into what our heart and our body truly desire. 

Beginning the new year with high expectations and lofty resolutions is often a recipe for disaster; an unstructured attempt at improving your life with a quick fix that will likely lead to stress and abandonment by February. However, setting goal-oriented intentions with a clear structure and boundaries in place feels like a much kinder, gentler way to achieve what you really want. 

Above all else, be kind to yourself. Take things slow and set intentions guided by your true Self. Make self-care, rest, and relaxation a priority, attending to your personal needs first and foremost. 

This moon is calling you to manifest your dreams and to commit to inner guidance. Light a candle and take a quiet moment under the moon's watchful guidance, reflecting on our success so far.

New Beginnings 

Under the shimmering light of the Full Wolf Moon, you are reminded that there is a new wonder to be found all around you. Each new day brings a breath of fresh air, a chance to rewrite your story, and begin again. Leave the problems of the past behind and face every new day with renewed optimism. Now is your chance to answer the call which sings from within your chest, to follow your heart, put trust in your intentions, and believe in yourself. 

The soothing energy of the Full Wolf Moon is quietly encouraging you to look back over the past year and leave behind the things which no longer bring you joy. Gone is the quiet stillness of December, where self-reflection was key, and in its place a new doorway is opening – what new wonder awaits you on the other side? Only you can discover the answer. Be brave, be courageous, and boldly embrace every opportunity as it opens to you.  

Unity and Strength 

Remember, the mighty wolf cannot survive alone; he runs in a pack, guided by instinct. The illuminating light of the Full Wolf Moon shines above him, encouraging his resilience and empowering him to face challenges head-on, but never alone.  

This same moon shines upon us, embodying inner strength, courage, and resilience. She casts her guiding light along our path, reminding us that there is strength in unity and that, like a wolf pack, a community can thrive when it works together in harmony. 

Crystals for the Full Wolf Moon 

Moonstone: Starting the year off strong, moonstone is always my first choice for any Full Moon ritual. Her ethereal, renewing quality is renowned and makes her a wonderful choice for seeking guidance at the start of a new year. This luminous stone is connected to the lunar cycle and will help balance your emotions while embracing new beginnings. 

Clear Quartz: Often referred to as the ‘Master Healer’, this powerful, radiant stone helps you focus on what is important while setting intentions for the new year. Her transformative energy will help guide you with crystal clear clarity, helping you manifest stronger.  

Carnelian: This vibrant, courageous stone encourages collaboration and creativity, which is ideal for teamwork and connecting with others. Her motivational energy will empower you, helping you remain focused while passionately pursuing your goals. This fiery, go-getter energy is ideal if you want to start the new year with a boost of confidence and action.