Waning Crescent Ritual for Releasing Abundance Blocks

The waning crescent moon is a potent time for releasing what no longer serves you. As the moon shrinks in the sky, so too can you shrink the obstacles in your path to prosperity. This ritual focuses on identifying and gently releasing blocks to abundance, making space for new opportunities to flourish.

What You’ll Need

• Bay leaf — Symbolizes wishes and intentions. Burning it releases your desires into the universe. (zero-cost: A fallen leaf from any tree in your yard or neighborhood. Focus your intention into it.)
• Green candle — Represents growth, prosperity, and abundance. (zero-cost: Any candle you have on hand. Visualize green energy surrounding it as you perform the ritual.)
• Small bowl of water — Represents emotional cleansing and the flow of abundance. (zero-cost: A glass of tap water)
• Pen and paper — To write down and then release limiting beliefs about abundance. (zero-cost: Any writing utensil and scrap paper.)

The Ritual — 30-Minute Version

1. Prepare Your Space (5 minutes)

Cleanse your space by opening a window, lighting incense, or simply setting the intention for a clear and positive atmosphere. If you are on bed rest, arrange your space so you can easily reach your items and feel comfortable.

2. Ground and Center (5 minutes)

Sit comfortably, either on the floor, in a chair, or in bed. Close your eyes and take several deep breaths, focusing on the sensation of your body connecting with the earth (or your bed). Visualize roots extending from your base, grounding you and connecting you to a source of infinite abundance.

3. Acknowledge Abundance Blocks (10 minutes)

Take your pen and paper and write down any limiting beliefs or fears you have about abundance. These might include things like “I’m not good with money,” “I don’t deserve to be wealthy,” or “There’s not enough to go around.” Be honest with yourself and write down everything that comes to mind.

4. Release and Transform (5 minutes)

One by one, read each limiting belief aloud. As you read it, consciously choose to release it. Visualize the belief dissolving into the bowl of water. Once you have released all the beliefs, fold the paper and burn it safely using the green candle. As it burns, visualize your fears and blocks turning into opportunities and prosperity. If you can’t burn the paper safely, tear it into tiny pieces and throw it away.

5. Plant a Seed of Intention (5 minutes)

Take the bay leaf (or fallen leaf). Hold it in your hands and focus on what you want to manifest in your life. Visualize yourself already living in abundance, feeling secure and prosperous. Infuse the leaf with your intention. Then, burn the bay leaf with the green candle, releasing your intention into the universe. As it burns, say aloud: “I am open to receiving abundance in all areas of my life.”
If you cannot burn the leaf, keep it under your pillow as you sleep, and visualize your intention as you drift off.

Short on Time? The 2-Minute Version

Light a green candle. Write down one limiting belief about abundance. Say it aloud, then visualize it dissolving. Burn the paper or tear it up. Hold a leaf and visualize yourself living in abundance. Burn the leaf or keep it under your pillow. Say: “I am open to receiving abundance.”

Journal Prompts

1. What is one small step I can take this week to shift my mindset around money?
2. Where in my life am I already abundant, even if I don’t realize it?
3. What does true abundance mean to me, beyond just financial wealth?

Crystal + Herb Pairing

Citrine paired with Garden Sage — Citrine is known as the ‘merchant’s stone’ and attracts wealth and prosperity. Garden Sage clears negative energy and promotes wisdom, helping you make sound financial decisions and release limiting beliefs.

When Not to Do This Ritual

If you are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or grief, this ritual might feel too intense. Instead, focus on self-care and grounding practices like meditation or spending time in nature. A gentle gratitude practice might also be more supportive at this time.