Yemoja – Moon Rituals
The beautiful moon, that physical representation of our wild feminine, has long captured the hearts and imaginations of human cultures. Many goddesses are associated with the moon, since it represents a constantly changing aspect of nature. Yoruba orisha Yemoja, goddess of the living waters (which are heavily influenced by the gravity of the moon), is a perfect divine spirit to connect with over moon rituals as she’s deeply connected with the crescent moon and all matters of the feminine.
The moon goes through an entire cycle of birth and death thirteen times a year—while the sun, a representation of our masculine selves, does only one cycle a year. We’re especially affected by the moon when we tap into our yin side, and when we sync our lives with the cycle of the moon, it’s like riding the energetic wave of the universe: everything you’re doing just comes easier. Each moon has unique vibrations as it moves into a different place in the solar system, entering a new astrology sign that can affect other factors of your experience during this specific moon’s cycle.