While I am still waiting for my first bit of rewrites on Shadows of the Stage, let's talk about the full moon.

Dancing Under the Full Moon: Embracing Lunar Energy in June

The full moon rises tonight, casting her silver light across the Pacific Northwest sky, and I can feel her pull in my bones. There's something magical about June's full moon. She arrives with the promise of summer's peak energy, inviting us to step fully into our power.

As someone who weaves dance, writing, and witchcraft into daily life, I've learned that the full moon isn't just about releasing what no longer serves us (though that's important too). She's about celebrating how far we've come and honoring the feminine strength that flows through all of us.

Movement as Moon Magic

Tonight, I'll be moving my body in reverence to lunar energy. Whether it's flowing through a pole routine that makes me feel like a goddess, or simply stretching on my yoga mat under the moonlight, movement becomes ritual. The full moon amplifies our intentions, and when we move our bodies with purpose, we're literally dancing our dreams into reality.

If you're feeling called to move tonight, try this: Step outside (even if it's just onto your porch), raise your arms to the moon, and let your body sway. Feel that connection between earth and sky, between your grounded feet and the celestial energy above.

Writing by Moonlight

The full moon has always been a powerful time for writers. There's something about her energy that pulls stories from the depths of our imagination. Tonight might be the perfect time to journal about what you want to manifest, or if you're a fellow writer, let the lunar energy guide your pen.

I often find that my characters become more vivid under the full moon's influence. Their desires clearer, their conflicts sharper. Maybe it's the way moonlight reveals what daylight hides.

Grounding the Magic

While we're reaching for the stars (literally), don't forget to ground that energy. I'll be brewing some mugwort tea from my garden. It's perfect for enhancing intuition and dream work. The plants we tend with our own hands carry extra potency, especially when harvested with intention.

Your Full Moon Ritual

Here's what I'm planning for tonight:

• Light a white candle for clarity
• Brew herbal tea (mugwort, stinging nettle or chamomile work beautifully)
• Journal three things I'm grateful for and three intentions for the coming cycle
• Move my body in whatever way feels good
• Spend time under the actual moonlight, even if it's cloudy

The full moon reminds us that we're part of something bigger – connected to ancient rhythms that our ancestors honored. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just moon-curious, tonight is your invitation to tap into that timeless magic.

How will you honor tonight's full moon? I'd love to hear about your rituals in the comments below.