This New Moon comes a day before the Winter Solstice, which is a time of equal light and dark, representing the birth of the Sun, and ushers in the Waxing year. We have a unique and ideal moment to banish the last things lingering from the old year before we concentrate on building a new year and celebrating the return of the Sun and new opportunities for growth. Tonight's Dark Moon will be about as dark as they come and an excellent time to work any magick that calls upon Hecate, Goddess of the Crossroads, to help us leave behind that which no longer serves and to point us in the right direction to embark upon the next phase of our journey.

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Cafe Astrology, my favorite resource for all matters astrological, has this to say about tomorrow's New Moon:

A New Moon in Sagittarius occurs at 9:01 AM EST. This is an ideal time to focus on some of the constructive traits of the sign of the Archer--optimistic, enthusiastic, adventurous, honest, outspoken, independent--and consider how to positively incorporate these qualities into our lives. It's time to focus on goals that will increase our understanding and awareness, give us courage to expand our horizons, and gain confidence and optimism through a broader perspective. We can too easily get lost in the details of mundane existence. With this potent Sagittarius energy, we can find ways to transcend these details of day-to-day life and nurture our faith, hope, and vision. Because Sagittarius thinks in big terms, we may have a tendency to overdo our expectations--something to watch for. It's time to be a little more adventurous, and to set the stage for reaping the rewards from our braveries, as little or big as they may be, in approximately two weeks' time after the Full Moon occurs. Note that the Cazimi Moon (from 8:29 AM and 9:33 AM EST) is considered a very potent period for new endeavors. The Moon enters Capricorn at 11:39 AM EST.

The Moon is void of course from 9:01 AM EST, with its last aspect before changing signs (a conjunction to the Sun), until the Moon enters Capricorn at 11:39 AM.

Most witches agree that a void-of-course Moon is not optimum for spell work, which makes New Moon spells tricky to time this month. My advice is to use any time before 9:01 am EST to work banishing or releasing spells and to wait until the Moon enters Capricorn - and is in a Waxing phase - to work any spells intended to manifest anything new. However, given the potential brought about by the Cazimi Moon, I suppose it's best to consider that which you hope to create in your life and evaluate what energy is most beneficial to your workings. Does a Cazimi Moon trump a void-of-course? Only you will know for sure.

In any case, the idea of spending some time considering how we might increase understanding and awareness, find courage to expand our horizons, and gain confidence and optimism through a broader perspective certainly seems a worthwhile way to prepare for the blessings of Yule. Embracing the last of Sagittarius' energy to meditate on how to incorporate these goals into the Waxing year makes sense, regardless of what the Moon is up to.

After a tumultuous year of personal and professional upheaval, my inclination for using the New Moon and new year energies centers around magick for finding a new job. It's interesting that an overwhelming majority of my Witchcraft 3 classmates have been having similar experiences. I don't think I'm alone in hoping that the new year will bring a new job and some new opportunities along with it. While I don't like Saturn's contracting influence, Capricorn, with its focus on material ambition and work, can be a good fit for a job spell. All other energies taken into consideration, this New Moon does seem auspicious for new job magick.

Crown of Success Employment Spells

The Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells has a number of great job-related spells. My favorites are the ones using Crown of Success Oil. Crown of Success Oil assists in finding a job, landing the job, and keeping the job. It's also used to promote general professional success and to aid in career advancement, including promotions and greater financial benefits. Crown of Success Oil can be used to enhance any other employment charm or spell.

Crown of Success Oil

Essential oil of bay laurel or dried crushed bay leaves
Essential oil of frankincense or the powdered resin
Essential oil of sandalwood or the powder
Essential oil of vetiver or dried, powdered vetiver roots

Add the above to a blend of sunflower, olive, and/or jojoba oil.

Crown of Success Spell (1)

Crown of Success may be applied to the body so that by radiating its magic, you serve as a charm. Add Crown of Success to your bath, or massage it on to your body, especially your hands and feet.

Crown of Success Spell (2)

1. Dress a lodestone with Crown of Success Oil.
2. Place it in a red drawstring bag and carry it with you, at work or while searching for employment.

Crown of Success Spell (3)

This spell requires a candle to represent the person seeking employment.

1. Carve the person's name and identifying information into the wax.
2. Dress the candle with Crown of Success Oil, holding the candle in both hands to charge it with your desire.
3. Arrange images and items that represent the search for employment around and under the candle.
4. Burn the candle.

Illes, Judika (2004). The Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells. London: HarperElement. pp. 176-177, 1052.

Posted by Angela-Eloise at 10:58 PM