Creating Alignment with the Cap Full Moon
Last Step + First Step & a spell for carving the way
Before you start a hike, you probably already know what view you’re going to see. Perhaps you even selected it based on what feels best to you - vast landscapes, dense forests, or flowing waterfalls.
Personally, I’m partial to an alpine lake. I love eating lunch beside the shimmering waters and maybe even jumping in.
And as amazing as the endorphins feel after a long day of hiking, it’s not usually enough to push me all the way to the top. Basically, I need a sweet treat!
Capricorn energy understands this. It longs to achieve and enjoy its success. But it also knows that the only path to true fulfillment takes longevity, effort, and focus.
Emphasis on FOCUS.
You must know where you’re headed so you know when you’ve arrived AND the anticipation of the final view will keep you driven all the way to the top.
Think about an intention that you have in your life right now. The Capricorn Full Moon wants to know - what does your last step look like? This could be the moment you finally achieve a goal. Or perhaps widening out to see the mountain of your whole life! What does that last step look like? What does it look like when the alpine lake finally emerges through the trees?
Where do you want your journey to end up? How do you want to feel? How will you know that you've succeeded and found fulfillment?
Only then can you take your first step.
You don’t need to know what the path will look like as you go, because as long as you keep moving toward your single pointed focus, taking step after step after step, you will surely reach the top.
And hey, maybe you’ll say let’s ditch this hike and try again another day or pick a new one all together (lol I hope this metaphor is working for you).
All you need to keep in your mind is the last step + first step. And remember that your next step can always be a new first step.
This is how alignment works. Seeing the point you’re at now and the point you want to reach, and making decisions accordingly.
Remember Capricorn is an Earth Sign, and the earthy realm of spirituality is all about bringing internal intention into external reality - the definition of magick and spell work. Check out my last Substack post, the 4 Flavors of Spirituality for more on that.
Here’s a spell you can create if you feel called! Use anytime, or within the next week to infuse the power and strength of this full moon.
Last Step + First Step: a Spell for Carving the Way
gather two ritual candles (orange, green, or white if possible), 2 bay leaves, incense, a large dish, journal and pen, salt, sugar, herbs, oils, crystals, anything that calls to you
set the vibe - light your incense and play some soulful music (my go to is always Loreena McKennitt). Maybe dance for a song to shift your state into the moment.
Take a moment to connect with your heart and call on your magic. For some this might look like calling in the 4 elements and asking Spirit guides to assist you, for others this might look like simply taking 3 deep breaths with your hand on your heart.
One candle represents where you are now, and the other is where you want to go. Take some time to journal:
last step: what does fulfillment and success look like to me? how do I want to feel once I arrive at my destination? what do I want to align with in the near future and the distant future?
first step: what can I do right away to align with my intentions? what actions would lead me toward the life I want to live? what can I let go of to make it easier to walk the path ahead?
Write a few key words for each candle on your 2 bay leaves. You can anoint your candles with oil and herbs if you like, and then place them on opposite sides of the dish. You can attach the bay leaf to your candle with twine or just simply place them next to your candles.
Then, you’re going to make your road connecting them! Start with a path of salt going from one candle to the other, a foundation of protection. Then add sugar on top, sweetening the path. Then add any herbs that call to you. Basil for luck, lavender for peace, rosemary for protection, thyme for clarity, cinnamon for prosperity (the list goes on). Dried rose petals are also a great loving touch and you can line the path with crystals too!
Finally, light the candles. Start with the last step candle. Light the candle while visualizing your goal coming into focus and feeling gratitude in your heart for the fulfillment of your desire. Then light your first step candle, igniting the path and moving you forward with small intentional actions.
Let the candles burn down completely. Dispose of the ingredients when you’re ready, trusting your magic has already been lifted.
The most important thing with any ritual is that you are really feeling and visualizing as you go. This external work is manifesting and mirroring the energy within you.
Please let me know how this concept + ritual resonated with you! Leave a comment or reply to this email! You can also always contact me and book a session with me through my website here.
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Wishing you an open path of clarity, abundance, protection, and love.
Happy trails,
Jaz
Saving this quote Jaz! “You must know where you’re headed so you know when you’ve arrived AND the anticipation of the final view will keep you driven all the way to the top.”