Part 3 – 🌕 How to Work with Full Moon Energy for Healing: A Mirror to the Soul

donna conley
Jul 11
3 min read

The full moon is a powerful moment of illumination—emotionally, spiritually, and energetically. It shines a light on everything we’ve hidden in the shadows and offers us a chance to see ourselves more clearly. This is not about judgment—it’s about truth, compassion, and growth.

If the new moon is the time to set intentions and the waxing moon calls us into action, the full moon is a mirror. It reflects what’s working, what’s not, and what’s asking to be healed.

🌑 Shadow Work & Self-Revelation

Under the glow of the full moon, our shadow self becomes visible. This isn’t the “bad” or “broken” part of you. It’s the part that’s been ignored, rejected, or wounded. It’s where emotional triggers, limiting beliefs, and unresolved pain live.

Shadow work invites you to get curious:

What am I hiding from myself?
What part of me feels unworthy or unlovable?
Where do I numb, avoid, or overcompensate?

This is tender work, but it is deeply liberating. When you shine moonlight into your inner shadows, you begin to reclaim your wholeness.

🧸 Inner Child vs. Shadow Self

The inner child isn’t just the younger version of you—it’s every age you’ve ever been. It’s your raw emotion, your innocence, your unmet needs. And often, it lives alongside your shadow: the hurt, hidden parts shaped by rejection, shame, or fear.

When we suppress our pain, we get stuck in patterns—reactive outbursts, addictions, avoidance, self-sabotage. Shadow work helps you recognize your triggers, challenge false beliefs, and respond with love instead of fear.

📓 Full Moon Shadow Journaling Prompts

Set aside sacred time to reflect under the full moon. Let these questions guide you:

What part of myself am I afraid to show others?
What behavior am I hiding behind—and what am I protecting?
What recurring emotion do I avoid? Why?
What do I regret—and how can I forgive myself?
Where am I seeking validation outside of myself?

Let each answer lead to the next.

You don’t need to “fix” anything right now—just witness your truth.

🔮 Signs & Synchronicity

As you do this deep work, you may notice synchronicities—meaningful coincidences, repeating numbers, divine timing. These are reminders that you're not alone. Full moon energy often brings spiritual clarity and connection to higher guidance.

Trust the signs. Let them anchor you as you move through emotional healing and transformation.

🧘‍♀️ Full Moon Ritual Ideas

To support your shadow work and emotional processing, create a grounding full moon ritual.

Some ideas:

Meditation under the moonlight – Visualize moonlight illuminating every part of you.
Grounding activities – Walk barefoot, spend time in nature, or journal beside a candle.
Use tools – Try tarot, oracle cards, or pendulum work to clarify your insights.
Write your truth – Shadow journaling helps bring unconscious patterns into the light.

This is not about perfection. It’s about honesty, surrender, and giving yourself permission to heal.

💡 Final Reflection: Show Up for Yourself

The full moon asks you to see yourself fully—and show up with love. Even the messy, tender, unsure parts of you are worthy of attention. When you stop hiding, you start healing.

Shadow work under the full moon is a courageous act of self-reclamation. It may not be easy, but it will always be worth it. This is the turning point in your lunar journey—from illumination to transformation.

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Looking for support on your emotional healing journey?

🌕 Explore my books, Reiki, sound healing, meditation, and courses at Wild Moon Healers