The Connection Between Reiki and the Moon Phases

The moon has long been revered for its quiet power—affecting tides, moods, sleep cycles, and spiritual rituals across cultures. But did you know that its phases can also amplify the effects and benefits of Reiki?

Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or someone seeking deeper healing, syncing your Reiki sessions with the moon’s rhythm can add a beautiful layer of intention and transformation.

🌑 New Moon: Planting Seeds of Intention

The new moon marks a time of stillness and new beginnings. In Reiki, this is an ideal moment to set clear intentions and start fresh—whether it's emotional healing, letting go of fear, or calling in abundance.

How to use it: During a Reiki session under a new moon, focus on gentle cleansing and visualising what you wish to grow over the next cycle.

🌓 First Quarter: Taking Aligned Action

This phase invites movement, decision-making, and overcoming resistance. Reiki during this time helps you gain clarity and confidence to act on your intentions.

How to use it: Use Reiki to clear doubts or energetic blocks that might be holding you back. Channel energy into your throat chakra to support communication and assertiveness.

🌕 Full Moon: Amplification and Release

The full moon is peak energy—a time of illumination, emotional release, and spiritual expansion. Reiki under a full moon can be especially powerful for heart healing, forgiveness work, and letting go of what no longer serves you.

How to use it: Focus on the heart chakra. Allow Reiki to help you release pent-up energy, and invite light into the areas you’ve been neglecting.

🌗 Last Quarter: Reflection and Realignment

This is a time to pause, reflect, and integrate. What have you learned this cycle? What needs adjusting? Reiki can offer insight and calm as you prepare to let go and reset.

How to use it: Use Reiki to reflect inward. Pay attention to your root chakra and your sense of grounding and balance.

🌘 Waning Moon: Deep Healing and Surrender

As the moon wanes and prepares to go dark, energy turns inward. This is the perfect phase for deep emotional healing, self-care, and rest.

How to use it: During Reiki, focus on quietening the mind, healing past wounds, and allowing the body to restore itself naturally.

Reiki and the Moon Phases

The moon and Reiki share something profound: they both work subtly, quietly, yet deeply. Aligning your healing sessions with the moon’s phases can open up new layers of awareness, helping you move through life with more grace and intention.

Want to experience moon-aligned Reiki?

At Moonook, we honour the lunar cycles in our practice—offering sessions and workshops that align with the energy of each phase. Join us under the next full moon and feel the shift for yourself.