We are given a warm welcome to 2023 with a reflective and nurturing Full Moon in Cancer on Wednesday, January 6th.
Also known as the Full Wolf Moon, this Moon falls during the darkest days of winter, following Christmas.
The Moon is very at home in the sign of Cancer, which makes this one of the most sensitive and intuitive Full Moons.
It calls us to reconnect with our inner knowing and rebalance our internal energy.
Despite being the first Full Moon of the year, this Cancer Moon is actually still connected to the cosmic energy of last year, making it a perfect moment to reflect on your own experiences over 2022.
If it doesn’t feel natural to you to forge ahead with your New Year’s Resolutions on this Full Moon, don’t worry or feel the pressure of committing to goals right now.
Instead, take the time to ground yourself and ensure that you are in the most aligned place to move forward afterward.
It might be easier for you to think of this Full Moon as a bridge between 2022 and 2023.
A sort of catalyst for growth as we move towards the new and reset ourselves at the beginning of the year.
One of the reasons for that is the fact that Mars and Mercury are currently in retrograde until the end of the month.
This means we might feel a little brain fog as we try to move forward with our visions for the new year.
Things might seem challenging, as though we are stuck on a hamster wheel, at least until these planets move out of retrograde.
Keep that in mind if any feelings of stuckness or frustration come up during the Full Moon, knowing that they will pass.
It’s actually a great lesson in releasing expectations and instead sitting in the uncertainty of not knowing everything.
Retrograde planetary energy makes us move a little slower in the world.
It’s a very different feeling to the powerful push forward that we get when a planet moves out of retrograde.
It’s advisable to avoid making long-term commitments and plans during this time.
Instead, allow yourself to reflect, go within, and keep yourself rooted in the day-to-day.
Cancer is a Water sign, ruled by the Moon.
That means things could get emotional.
You might feel extra sensitive, intuitive, and connected to your home and all things linked to a sense of security.
Some wonderful ways to celebrate this Full Moon in Cancer is:
Taking an Epsom salt bath with essential oils and flower petals.
You can light some candles and really relax your body, mind, and soul.
Journal your thoughts about home, emotions, security, and relationships.
You can ask yourself questions such as the following, and brainstorm your ideas.
- What makes me feel most at home in the world?
- What friendships and relationships do I want to expand and explore this year?
- What might I need to let go of in order to welcome in what I truly desire?
- What really matters to me and what is the truth behind that desire?
Spring Clean your home
It is a wonderful opportunity to combine some New Year’s spring cleaning with this Full Moon in Cancer.
Give your home a bit of a makeover, room by room, section by section until you feel that you have cleared the energy and made space for the new.
Spend time with those you Love
Cancer can bring out our emotional side, even when we don’t expect it.
Surrounding yourself with people you love, who make you laugh, and most importantly see you for who you are and support you, can be the best antidote to any emotional overwhelm.
Always honor your feelings and emotions, no matter what.
Make time for yourself to really go through any emotional changes and accept them, letting them pass through you.
Connect with your Intuition
Your intuition can be heightened at this time so pay close attention to anything you feel comes out of the blue as a sign or message from your higher self.
You might feel this like a deep knowing, a flutter in your heart or stomach, or a vision that bursts into your mind.
Connect with your spiritual side and meditate to really make sure you are hearing your intuition correctly.
Create Affirmations
Write down affirmations that resonate with you and speak to the energies of this Full Moon.
Here are some examples:
- I am open to acknowledging my emotions.
- I am forging healthy connections with others.
- I honor my past and I am excited for my future.
- I know how far I have come.
- My truth matters. My voice matters. My peace of mind is a priority.
- I honor my deepest instincts.