There is a companion we all have who is so close but far away. She is gentle and silent, yet pulls us into her waves so deeply whether we know this or not. Sister Moon is in a continual dance with Mother Earth. Spinning; circling; spiraling. She keeps us turning with the wheel of the seasons, she pulls the tides, and as women, she draws us into her mysterious ebb and flow.
My intention and motto I try my best to live by is, “the moon my compass.” I truly believe the more we embrace the dance of our own ebb and flow, with the moon as our loving guide, there will be more balance in our emotions, energy, relationships, and overall well-being. Another part of my motto is “stones my companions.” Crystals are perfect companions working with the Moon. They bring down the energy of our celestial sister so we can work tangibly with her energy on our earthly plane.

I wanted to share with you some simple ways to connect with Luna’s energy through our stone companions. Simply by carrying them through Her phases, we walk our path with more intention and spirit.

The New Moon is actually between the Earth and the Sun so it is hidden from view at this time. This is the beginning of the Lunar cycle and is a rebirth and regeneration of energy. Great stones to work with to embrace change and new beginnings are Green Aventurine, Moonstone, Ruby, and Citrine. Carry these with you and whisper your intentions into them. You may feel more creative and inspired during this phase.

The Waxing Moon is a time to move. Luna is growing to fullness and this is the time to focus your energy to bring your intentions into fullness as well. Stones to carry with you to magnify and focus your intentions are Clear Quartz, Tiger’s Eye, and Flourite. To keep your energy up carry Carnelian, Fire Opal, and Red Jasper.

The Moon has now waxed to Her fullest potential. She is ripe and her illumination is the strongest at this time. Celebrate your femininity and sensuality. Celebrate the love and blessings in your life. This is a time to attract what you most desire. Crystals for owning your femininity are Moonstone, Lapis Lazuli, Larimar, and Ruby. Abundance stones are Jade, Emerald, Citrine, and Clear Quartz.

The Moon begins her spiral into darkness. This is a time of rest and reflection of your cycle – embracing the ebb in your moon dance. Your intuition can become louder as you descend into your own shadows. Listen to her voice. Calming, restful crystals for this time are Amethyst, Lepidolite, Blue Lace Agate, and Celestite. Stones for shadow work are Labradorite, Merlinite, and Phantom Quartz.
And then the cycle begins again….
Of course, there are many, many stones and crystals to use and carry with you. The fun part is discovering and exploring their unique relationship with you! I named a few to get you started 😉

I am honored to give away one seat in my basics of crystal healing course, Stone Medicine, to Amulet readers!  We’ll be learning to work with crystals in a fun magical community.  Please leave a comment below to enter. Don’t forget to include your email address!
We’ll draw names on January 15th. The course starts on January 20th.
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Visit Marissa at Moondaughter for more soulful moon and crystal musings.
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Sounds like it’s right up my alley!
Completely in love with this write up. The pictures, descriptions and stones are all so beautiful. Great job moon sistahs!!
Oh my ‘. I love all of Marissa’s courses!
Lovely article 🙂 I would love a chance to join in this wonderful course thank you x
Oh my I love Marissas courses! I would love to connect more with my stones!
I love Moondaughter’s work! Would love to be included in this offering and learn more about how to partner with stones and crystals! ellemarriott@hotmail.com
I feel very drawn to the moon and try to flow and connect with her energies. The window-space where I put my crystals to cleanse & charge during the full & new moons isn’t very large, so I find myself trying to tune into intuition to pick which ones need the light (or lack of) the most. Lunar energies and crystals are the spiritual earth-connections that appeal most to me; I’m still learning how to best work with them and would love some guidance!
This is wonderful lunar information! 🙂 I’ll be sharing this at the Wummin House!
Thank you!
Dana
I would love to learn more about stone medicine. I have been into crystals and crystal healing but I don’t really know where to start. Winning Marissa’s giveaway would be a great kickstart! Regardless, I think Marissa is great and I love what she is doing. (: Thank you!
Pick me, pick meeeeeeeee!!!!! I love your website and would really, REALLY benefit from this stone medicine course. Pleeeeeeease! 🙂
Hy Moondaughter! I really love crystals and I want to learn more about moon phases and how to feel it more with crystals 🙂 This is an amazing giveaway
This would be so amazing to win so a wonderful opportunity
This sounds wonderful! Thank you for the chance to enter. Blessings, Robin
Beautiful and inspiring post! Thrilled to have the opportunity to join <3
This is one of the best moon posts I’ve ever read. I love your motto “The Moon is my compass.” and may have to adopt it myself :). One of my main goals this year is to follow the moon and I think you’re right that if we do that our lives will flow so much more naturally and have more balance.
I’m very excited about the prospect of winning a place in the stone medicine course! Thank you so much for the opportunity!!
I would love a chance at winning a spot in the circle and learning more about crystals. I’ve always felt drawn to them intuitively but have yet to follow that intuition…here’s to hoping I get to try it out!
Oh, YES please <3
Healing and inspiring article. Connecting with moon cycles is so important especially as a female. Would love to be a part of this class. Stones are integral in my life
Aho. What a generous gift!!!! I’d love to learn more about how my stone allies work with Sister Moon. heather@noyestudios.com
this looks to be the magic missing from my right now. thank you for this offering
As always, I love and support Marissa in her sacred work! I would love to take part in this class, because I love so much the community she forms!
This is wonderful, as are all of Marissa’s offerings!
I am so open to this! I am a crystal and stone lover and am feeling my way as I learn to work with stones intuitively. I am a lover of learning and would graciously accept this opportunity to work with earth’s stones with your guidance.
I love Marissa’s classes!!!
Wonderful offering! I would love to participate in the Stone Medicine course <3
Stone Medicine…Mmmmm…I’m in love! ♥
Wouah! l want to do the complete CMP course!! it’s just great <3
I have been collecting so many crystals lately! I see so many glowing when I go into a store, I know I have to have them! I would really love the opportunity to connect and learn with them!!
What an amazing giveaway! It would be an honor to be chosen!
Ah, Marissa’s courses are amazing!
This class sounds AMAZING! Would love an opportunity to win! Thank You!
I would love to take part in this course! I am going to be exploring gems and minerals in my spiritual practice this winter, and this would be such a nice addition to that.
This is perfect! I was just looking for something like this:)
This is such a lovely giveaway and post! Crossing my fingers!
This is so beautiful! It inspired me to paint the moon on my door frame to always remind me. I also sought out which stones of mine call to the phases and I placed them at a table right by the door so I always have the opportunity to grasp one or two on my way out. 🙂 This is a beautiful post.
This looks so yummy
What a magical post! Very interesting and inspiring. Would love to participate in one of her classes. Thanks for the opportunity!
What a beautifully written article! I am a moon and stone goddess myself, but still have so much to learn. Thanks for your glorious insight!
I just started dipping my toes into crystal healing and energy work and would be so grateful for some guidance and the chance to learn more. Thank you for the fantastic giveaway! prettoej at gmail dot com
Oh, miss moondaughter, everything you create looks so lovely and inviting.
Oh, miss moondaughter, everything you create looks so lovely and inviting.
Thank you.
christina.demask@yahoo.com
<3 *~* moon love *~* <3
what a wonderful opportunity to explore…thank you for offering!
Fingers crossed!
This speaks to me and I would love to learn more!
Timely for so many reasons – I’d love to participate in this!
Moon my compass, stones my companions, just beautiful. LOVE this post! Awesome giveaway!
What a wonderful opportunity! Count me in!
Love the stones !! Need to learn more from them!!!!
What a wonderful giveaway…it goes without saying I would love to win a spot!
This would be a dream…thank you for offering! Xx
I would be over the moon to become the chosen one <3
This came at the perfect time, but doesn’t everything! 😉 Thank you for such an amazing gift 🙂 ~Elisabeth
Oooohhhhhh…. Moon-Shinies!! May I please play too…
So happy to discover this, all of it. I am filled with inspiration. Thank you for sharing!
I love everything that falls out of Marissa’s brilliant head. I’m so down for this. Thank you for the opportunity!
Such a timely and generous giveaway! I have been looking at deepening my understanding of crystals and their healing properties this year and would love to win this. Thanks for the chance to win!
I would absolutely love to win this giveaway. I have never own one before! I have many crystals and would love to develop a deeper relationship with them. I find the Moondaughter blog endlessly inspiring and would love to learn from her.
Thank you!
Chelsea
(Cpfender922@gmail.com)
Awesome opportunity! I’ve always wanted to take a course like this but can’t ever afford to. Even if I don’t get it,it’s still a sweet deal! Blessings to you~
Yay another chance to enter for this amazing course! It would be an honor!
I would LOVE to take this course and learn more about stones!
Christen
christenld@gmail.com
http://christenlouise.blogspot.com
How cool! I’d love to learn more about healing stones and crystals. Lia.walker@yahoo.com
So amazing and so timely. <3
I love your newsletter and would love a spot in your Stone Medicine course! How generous of you to give away a spot!
I hope that it’s not too late to enter!
Fingers crossed.
Happy Full Moon, sistars!
Stephanie.Juris@gmail.com
I will love to be a stone pristess, especially under Marisa’s knowledge. All of her offerings are a delight, and will happy to participate in this e-course!
Thank you!
I’d be honoured to be considered for the prize draw. Can’t wait to see the results and get to know you and your work better Marissa. 😉