December Full Moon – Cold Moon

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Full Cold Moon illuminating a snowy forest landscape at night, surrounded by stars and clouds, symbolizing the December full moon's serene winter energy.
Experience the magic of the December Cold Moon as it illuminates a snowy winter night. Reflect, renew, and set intentions under the full moon’s serene glow.

What is the Cold Moon?

The December Full Moon, known as the Cold Moon, is named for the time of the year when temperatures plunge, signifying the beginning of the Winter Season.  During the month of December, the Northern Hemisphere experiences increasingly shorter days and longer nights with the difference peaking on the Winter Solstice on December 21st.

Some Native Americans named the December Full Moon the Full Long Nights Moon as the cold last longest before the Sun appears to warm the land.  Cherokee and Haida tribes are known to call December’s Full Moon the Snow Moon in anticipation of the first snowfall of the year.  Not to be confused with February’s Full Moon, commonly referred to as the Snow Moon.

Since many will be spending time indoors, hiding from the cold, it is an excellent time for introspection, spiritual cleaning and setting intentions for the upcoming year.

A young child gazing at a bright full moon in a rocky outdoor setting, accompanied by a teddy bear, under a cloudy night sky.
“A young child looks up at the glowing full moon, accompanied by a teddy bear, under a cloudy night sky. A moment of wonder and connection with nature.

Spiritual Rituals and Exercises for the Cold Moon

  • Moonlight Meditation for Intuition: Find a quiet place with the full moon visible.  Sit or lie down with your eyes closed.  Imagine the cold, silvery light of the moon bathing you, clearing your energy field and sharpening your intuitive senses.  Focus on opening your 3rd Eye Chakra, allowing insights and messages to flow through.
  • Set Seasonal Intentions:  Write down intentions for the winter, focusing on self-care, finishing personal projects, and inner growth. When done, bury the paper beneath a tree, symbolizing growth during this dormant season.
  • Reflective Journaling:  Write about your spiritual growth over the past year.  Ask yourself:  What lessons have I learned? What intuitive messages have I received? What do I want to cultivate or release?
  • Daily Meditations: During meditation, focus on what you wish to “build” in your life and how you can strengthen its foundation to make it a reality.
  • Mediumship: With the Veil (the energetic boundary between the physical and spiritual realms) thin, this is an excellent time to communicate with the Spirit World.
  • Psychic Readings: The full moon heightens intuition, making it an ideal time for psychic readings.
Polished labradorite crystal showcasing vibrant blue, gold, and green flashes, ideal for enhancing intuition, spiritual protection, and energy balance.
“Stunning polished labradorite crystal with vivid blue and gold flashes, perfect for enhancing intuition, spiritual protection, and energy alignment.

Best Crystals to Harness the Cold Moon’s Energy

Here are some crystals to harness the Cold Moon’s energies for your highest and best:

  • Moonstone:  Enhances intuition, emotional balance, and connection to lunar energy.
  • Clear Quartz: Amplifies energies and intentions.  Enhances other crystals.
  • Labradorite: Enhances psychic abilities and protects the aura.
  • Selenite:  Cleans energy and promotes peace.
  • Amethyst:  Enhances intuition, spiritual awareness, and inner peace.
  • Celestite:  Enhances communication with Spirit Guides, promotes tranquility.
  • Black Obsidian:  Aids in removing blockages, enhances grounding and protection.
  • Blue Kyanite:  Balances Energy.  Aligns Chakras.  Enhances communication.
  • Aquamarine:  Promotes emotional healing, clarity, and calmness.
  • Snowflake Obsidian:  Encourages balance, emotional growth, and introspection.

Use these crystals during the Cold Moon by meditating with them, creating crystal grids, carrying them with you, or placing them under the moonlight to cleanse and charge them. These practices can help you harness the Cold Moon’s transformative energy.

Full Moons and Psychics

Full moons are a blessing and a challenge for those with psychic abilities. In the days around a full moon, psychic sensitivity is heightened, strengthening psychic abilities. This sensitivity can deepen connections during readings, enhancing insights for clients.

How will you be utilizing the energy from the Cold Moon?  Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below!

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