Calling on the power of the full moon when it's not full moon

[Mulberry]

Since you are following the grimoire, yes you have to do it on the full moon, it’s probably a significant part of the energetic design.

BUT - if you design your own ritual that’s “inspired by” the work in the grimoire that suits your energy better, you can do that.

You have to consider the purpose of the full moon element, and replace it.

For example, if the reason for doing it on the nights of the full moon is to bring the energy of completion and fullness, then find another way to bring that energy in. Or just find another ritual.

@Iamthenewone

I’d hate to think I’m screwed the other 27-28 days of the month.

Depends what you’re doing. There are also many rituals under “moon magick” that rely on the energies of other phases. Curses are often done on the New Moon, but that’s also good for beginnings.

@lawclerk

There is a new moon each month, followed by a full moon two weeks later. The energy from the new moon builds over that two week period. The cycle has four distinct phases in every 30 day cycle:

New Moon:

New moons represent fresh starts and beginnings, a new moon marks the beginning of a new cycle. This is the time to start new intentions and goals. The new moon means the moon is invisible, the sky is dark, and thus full of potential. A great time to start from scratch begin your rituals for prosperity or future success and to invite new opportunity into your life.

First Quarter/Waxing Moon:

The moon is half illuminated and half dark, black shadowed. This is the time to take action, to do the work necessary to foster the intentions you’ve set during the new moon rituals. This is a time of strength, hard work, intention and energy. A good time to launch the challenging work required to actualize your desires in ritual.

Full Moon:

Full moons mark turning points, manifestations or closure. The moon is bright and illuminated. The moon shines down upon us from sunset to sunrise. Your energy and powers are strengthened with the full moon. This is a time to fulfill your rituals, anything is possible. A time to connect with higher powers and spirits of the Goetia. This is the culmination of all the work that has come before.

Last Quarter/Waning Moon:

The waning moon is about releasing. Letting go of what no longer serves you, cleansing, break free of bad habits. This is the time to create rituals for your desires on the approaching new moon. A great time to go inward for meditation.

There is tremendous power in harnessing the energy of the moon. Whether you want to improve your health, your career, or your relationships, the four phases of the moon are a path to manifestation. And when you align with these phases, you can work with natural forces to clarify and refine what you want. Overtime, when you commit to learning how to manifest with the moon, in all phases you are in sync with your rituals and environment.

But if you don’t want to use the moon, why are you trying to follow a moon-based ritual anyway?

What are you actually trying to do? maybe there’s other ways people can suggest.