Ritual

Moon Time Ritual

Honoring your cycle can be a beautiful and empowering experience. Inspired by the tradition of the Red Tent, at My Moon we aim to bring the sacred and celebration of our cycles back into our world. We strive to inspire a community that values reconnection, remembrance, readiness and sisterhood. 

There are many traditions and practices that honor the first blood, womb cycles and reciprocity with the earth and elements.

We believe that if you have never had a celebration for your cycle, reclaim it now. 

Below is a ritual idea you can try, or create your own!

Follow us on instagram @mymoonkit for even more ideas, tools and practices to celebrate and honor your moon time. 

 

Embracing Womanhood: A Rite of Passage

Materials Needed:

  1. A cozy space decorated with red fabrics and comfy cushions and blankets.
  2. Rose candle,
  3. Flowers, and a bowl of water.
  4. A mirror.
  5. Moon Journal and Affirmation Pen.
  6. Special gifts from each guest. 
The Ritual:
Preparation:
Create a welcoming space: Arrange the area with comfortable seating, dim lighting, and soft fabrics to make it inviting and cozy.
Create an altar in the center of the room for guests to circle around. The altar can include the rose candle, crystal, red thread carnelian, my moon ritual card, small mirror and any other special items.
Invite close friends and family members who can support through this transition.

Introduction:
Gather in a circle and light the My Moon Rose Candle 
Explain the significance of supporting one another during important life changes and the idea of the Red Tent.
The Red Tent was a place where women gathered to support and connect with each other during important life moments like their first blood. It represents the strength and wisdom of women sharing their experiences and celebrating the wisdom of the womb. 

Sharing and Storytelling:
Encourage the women present to share their own stories of their first moon time, or any other meaningful moments around being a woman.
Ask questions, get curious and courageous. 
This part celebrates the bond between women and how sharing our stories can help us feel supported, understood and celebrated.

Mirror of Self-Reflection:
Chose a woman present to recite the affirmations on the Moon Time Ritual Card. Repeat after them as you gaze at yourself in the mirror. 
Look into the mirror and reflect on the changes that you are experiencing.
Gaze into your eyes and see the magic and wisdom within you. 
Recognize the beauty and strength of this powerful time. 

Anointing and Blessings:
Offer a bowl of water and flowers.
Let each woman present take a flower, dip it in the water, and gently touch it to the forehead, shoulders, and heart while offering blessings and words of encouragement.
Optionally, use My Moon Belly Balm or a special oil to rub on arms, legs, and feet, offering love, comfort and support.

Journaling:
Write down thoughts, feelings, and hopes for this new phase of life on the dream page of your My Moon Journal.

Gifts:
Receive with grace any meaningful gifts given for this beautiful time. 

Feast:
Celebrate with a potluck or special meal. It is fun to include red foods like strawberries, pomegranate, grapes and other supportive nourishing foods for your cycle. Be sure to end with savoring a piece of My Moon Cosmic Cacao!

Closing Ceremony:
Gather in a circle again.
Extinguish the central rose candle, signifying the end of the ritual.
Express gratitude to everyone who has come to support. 
Encourage ongoing communication and support among the women present.

    This modern ritual celebrates the transition into womanhood, emphasizing the importance of community and shared wisdom.