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The Codex
A living reference for the sky and the practice: every moon phase, every sign, and the simple rituals that help you work with them.
New Moon
The Moon sits between Earth and the Sun and its lit side faces away from us. A dark sky, and in many traditions the start of a new cycle.
Waxing Crescent
A thin sliver appears in the western sky after sunset, growing a little each night. The intention is set; now it needs its first steps.
First Quarter
Exactly half the Moon is lit. The first test of the cycle: obstacles show up and decisions need making.
Waxing Gibbous
More than half lit and swelling toward full. A time to refine, edit and trust the process before the peak.
Full Moon
The whole face of the Moon is lit and it rises as the Sun sets. A peak of light, emotion and clarity, and a natural moment to let go.
Waning Gibbous
Just past full, the light begins to shrink. A time to share what you have learned and give thanks.
Last Quarter
Half lit again, the other half this time. A turning point for clearing out, forgiving and breaking habits that no longer serve.
Waning Crescent
A fading sliver in the pre-dawn sky. The quiet end of the cycle: rest, reflect, and get ready to begin again.
Aries
The first sign of the zodiac: initiating, brave and direct. Aries energy starts things.
Taurus
Steady, sensual and loyal. Taurus energy builds things that last and knows how to enjoy them.
Gemini
Curious, quick and communicative. Gemini energy connects people and ideas.
Cancer
Nurturing, intuitive and protective. Cancer energy creates home and emotional safety.
Leo
Warm, expressive and generous. Leo energy shines and helps others shine.
Virgo
Practical, caring and precise. Virgo energy improves things through attention and service.
Libra
Balanced, fair and relational. Libra energy seeks harmony, beauty and partnership.
Scorpio
Intense, perceptive and transformative. Scorpio energy goes beneath the surface.
Sagittarius
Adventurous, optimistic and philosophical. Sagittarius energy aims for meaning and freedom.
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined and responsible. Capricorn energy climbs patiently toward lasting goals.
Aquarius
Original, humanitarian and visionary. Aquarius energy imagines a better future for everyone.
Pisces
Compassionate, intuitive and imaginative. Pisces energy dissolves boundaries and connects to the spiritual.
New Moon Intentions
A simple ritual for the start of each lunar cycle: get quiet, get clear, and write down what you want to grow.
Full Moon Release
At the peak of the cycle, name what you are ready to release and symbolically let it go.
Grounding
Quick techniques to settle a racing mind and feel steady again, especially useful during intense astrological weather.
Box Breathing
An even, four-part breath used by everyone from yogis to first responders to calm the nervous system in under two minutes.
Moon Journaling
A few lines a day, noted against the moon phase, to learn your own patterns of energy, mood and focus.