Depending on whether your intention deals with attaining an object or realizing growth in the particular area of life compared with letting go/releasing what no longer serves you at this moment in time, working with moon energies and cycles cannot be overlooked.
NEW MOON
The night of the new moon is the best time for energy work involving new beginnings. (For example, the day of the new moon is an auspicious time to launch a new business or a product.)
WAXING MOON
(The period after the new moon that is leading up to the full moon.)
During the period of waxing moon, the moon is increasing or "growing" to become full. This is a perfect time to attract, invite and acquire more of the things that you desire into your life. (For example, if you are seeking a promotion or a raise, meet with your superior during the period of the waxing moon.)
FULL MOON
The night of the full moon is potent with power for psychic work and developing your intuition. Prime time for rituals aimed at prophecy, protection and divination, I recommend to use the magic of the full moon for any area of life that needs some extra power.
WANING MOON
(The period after the full moon that is leading up to the next new moon.)
During the period of the waning moon, the moon is getting visibly smaller in size or "decreasing," making it the perfect time to let go or get rid of the things that you wish to clear or liberate yourself from at this point in life. (Examples: bad habits, extra pounds, negative people, insomnia, worries, etc.)
Here is a list of the dates and times for every upcoming New Moon and Full Moon for 2018:
New Moon Magic Tip:
I recommend setting an intention on the night of the new moon. During the period of waning moon, you released "the old" and made space for "the new." Now it is time to set a clear intention for the new beginning.
Write down your intention on a piece of paper. (Read how at https://www.lazulimoonlight.com/set-intention101.) What is the new beginning that you are looking to manifest in your life today? Wrap the paper around your crystal and put it under your pillow on the night of the new moon. (Many choose to burn the paper in the morning, please practice caution if you decide to do so.)
Full Moon Magic Tip:
The night of the full moon is a perfect time to make a wish and call it into manifestation; this night is full of magic!
Write down your wish on a piece of paper, wrap it around your crystal and put it under the pillow on the night of the full moon. (Many choose to burn the paper in the morning, please practice caution if you decide to do so.)