January's Full Wolf Moon: A Time for Reflection and New Beginnings

January's Full Moon, known as the Wolf Moon, graces the sky on January 14th, 2025. This name, rooted in Native American and European traditions, evokes images of wolves howling in the cold midwinter nights of the Northern Hemisphere. While we experience the warmth of summer here in Australia, the energy of the Wolf Moon remains potent and transformative.

The year kicks off with a Full Wolf Moon in Cancer, illuminating the importance of home, family, and nurturing throughout 2025. This lunar theme is further emphasised by Jupiter, the planet of abundance and joy, which enters Cancer mid-year for a 12-month stay. Expect a renewed focus on all things domestic for every sign, as Jupiter expands themes of family connections, emotional security, and creating a nurturing home environment.

It's definitely an advantage to live our lives with the knowledge that we are made up of energy and that everything around us is also made of energy.....and we need to remember that our emotions are also just energy!

E-motions (energy in motion) come and go and they can also be affected by what is going on around us energetically.

The full moon is one of those things that can greatly affect our energy/emotions as the fuller the moon, the greater the pull on the water in our body (just like the moon pulls the tides) and guess where our energy vibrations are most active? Within the water in our bodies!

We are made up of around 60% water so there can be a lot of emotional shifts going on during the lunar phases which are of course heightened when the moon is at its fullest. Just ask teachers, nurses and doctors how their shifts go around the full moon!

And depending on what time of the year it is and where the moon is in the sky, it can have an extra layer of specific energy that we can harness and use for our benefit.

So what's happening energetically for us this full moon?

The Full Moon in Cancer peaks at 9:27am on Tuesday, January 14th in Sydney, Australia.

This year, the Wolf Moon falls in the sign of Cancer, known for its nurturing, empathetic, and intuitive nature. Cancer energy encourages us to connect with our emotions, our homes, and our families. It's a time to turn inward, reflect on the past year, and set intentions for the year ahead.

Navigating the Wolf Moon Energy

The Wolf Moon in Cancer may bring:

Heightened emotions: Be prepared for a rollercoaster of feelings. Embrace self-care practices that soothe and nurture your emotional well-being.
Intensified intuition: Trust your gut feelings and inner wisdom. This is a powerful time for introspection and dreamwork.
A desire for connection: Reach out to loved ones and create a sense of warmth and belonging.
Nostalgia and reflection: Memories may surface, offering opportunities for healing and growth.

Tips for Harnessing the Wolf Moon's Energy

Create a cozy sanctuary: Make your home a haven of peace and comfort.
Spend time with loved ones: Connect with family and close friends. Share stories, laughter, and heartfelt conversations.
Nurture yourself: Prioritise self-care rituals like warm baths, meditation, and journaling.
Embrace your intuition: Pay attention to your dreams and inner guidance.
Set intentions: Reflect on the past year and set intentions for the future. What do you want to cultivate in your life?

Supporting your kids during the Wolf Moon

The Wolf Moon can intensify emotions for children too. Here's how to support them:

Create a calming bedtime routine: Extra cuddles and stories can help soothe anxieties.
Encourage emotional expression: Help them identify and express their feelings through art, music, or play.
Spend quality time together: Engage in activities that foster connection and create a sense of security.

Full Moon Rituals

Enhance your connection to the Wolf Moon with these rituals:

Moonlight bath: Soak in a warm bath infused with calming essential oils under the moonlight.
Crystal charging: Place your crystals outside to bathe in the lunar rays.
Journaling: Reflect on your emotions and set intentions for the coming month.
Meditation: Connect with your inner self and the lunar energy.

Flower Essence blends to be taking during this full moon:

🌸 Grounding

🌸 Slow Down

🌸 Self Love

🌸 Help

🌸 Sweet Dreams

🌸 Peace

And enjoy any full moon rituals you might like to get up to - a magnesium bath, crystal cleansing, journal writing etc.

The Wolf Moon offers a powerful opportunity for reflection, emotional healing, and setting intentions. By embracing its energy, you can navigate the year ahead with greater clarity, intuition, and connection to your inner self.

It can also be a great time to get some energy healings like reiki, and if you can do some yoga and meditation or just sit quietly watching a candle flame for 10 minutes. Anything that helps attune your energy body with your physical body around this full moon energy will be extremely beneficial.

Make sure you are gentle with yourself and others right now and reap the benefits of working with the energy within you and around you...

Don't forget to:

Charge your crystals under the moonlight to amplify their energy.
Spend time in nature to connect with the earth and the lunar energy.
Journal your thoughts and feelings to gain clarity and insight.
Practice gratitude for all the good in your life.

Happy Full Moon! ✨

Alisha x