How to Use Crystals in Summer Moon Rituals (Full & New Moon)
How to Use Crystals in Summer Moon Rituals (Full & New Moon)
There’s something magical about summer evenings under the moon, whether it’s the stillness of a new moon or the brightness of a full one. If you’re drawn to moon rituals, adding crystals can help amplify your intentions, support emotional balance, and align your energy with the rhythms of the lunar cycle.
Let’s explore how to use crystals during both summer full and new moons, with simple rituals, suggested stones, and a deeper look at their meanings. Whether you’re calling something in or letting something go, these moon-aligned crystals can support you along the way.
The Power of Summer Moon Rituals
Full Moon Energy
The full moon is a time of release, clarity, and reflection. It shines a light on emotions, patterns, and beliefs that are ready to shift. Summer’s vibrant energy can make this especially powerful, perfect for letting go of what no longer serves you.
New Moon Energy
The new moon is all about new beginnings, intention setting, and planting seeds. It’s a quieter energy, encouraging you to tune inward and focus on what you want to grow over the coming weeks.
Crystals for the Full Moon
These crystals are perfect for full moon work, especially when your focus is on cleansing, grounding, or emotional release.
Black Obsidian
Grounding | Protection | Root Chakra
A deeply cleansing stone, ideal for cutting energetic cords and releasing negativity during full moon rituals.
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Amethyst
Spiritual Growth | Clarity | Crown & Third Eye Chakras
Known for its calming energy, Amethyst supports inner wisdom, emotional balance, and deeper meditation during the full moon.
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White Rainbow Moonstone
Feminine Energy | Intuition | Crown Chakra
This gentle stone is strongly connected to lunar energy, helping you tune into your emotional needs and release tension.
Lepidolite
Emotional Balance | Peace | Heart & Third Eye Chakras
High in natural lithium, Lepidolite is wonderful for calming emotional overwhelm and supporting deep full moon reflection.
How to Charge Crystals Under the Full Moon
The full moon is the perfect time to recharge your crystals, clear away stagnant energy, and align them with your intentions.
Here’s how to do it safely and effectively:
Cleanse your crystals first - you can use smoke, sound, or intention.
Place them on a windowsill, tray, or clean cloth outdoors under the moonlight.
Choose a safe spot where they won’t be disturbed by animals or weather.
Set a clear intention as you leave them out - this helps align their energy with your purpose.
Avoid water-sensitive crystals like Selenite, Malachite, or Pyrite if it’s damp or rainy.
Collect them before harsh sunlight hits them the next morning to preserve their colour and vibrancy.
You can also pair this practice with journaling or meditation to deepen your ritual experience.
Crystals for the New Moon
These crystals help you tune into your intentions, boost confidence, and create space for growth and abundance.
Green Aventurine
Opportunity | Growth | Heart Chakra
A stone of optimism and action, Green Aventurine is perfect for planting new seeds and making bold summer moves.
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Rose Quartz
Love | Self-Worth | Heart Chakra
Whether you're manifesting new relationships or deepening your relationship with yourself, Rose Quartz supports the heart and invites emotional healing.
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Citrine
Confidence | Manifestation | Solar Plexus Chakra
Citrine is the crystal of summer energy vibrant, abundant, and joy-filled. Use it to visualise your goals and set them into motion.
Stunning citrine points ideal for an altar or focal point.
Blue Kyanite
Alignment | Communication | Throat & Third Eye Chakras
Excellent for clearing energetic blockages and connecting your thoughts with your voice. It never needs cleansing, making it ideal for focused intention work.
Carnelian
Warmth | Vitality
Carnelian boosts motivation, passion, and the energy to follow through on your intentions. It’s especially helpful when you're stepping out of your comfort zone or launching something new. (Sacral chakra)
Crystal Pairings for Moon Rituals
Some crystals work beautifully in pairs or small groups, enhancing each other’s energy and supporting your goals more deeply. Here are a few of my favourite combinations for summer moon rituals:
Full Moon Release & Protection:
Amethyst + Obsidian + Clear Quartz - clarity, grounding, and spiritual insight
New Moon Confidence & Courage:
Carnelian + Green Aventurine - heart-led action, vitality, and inner strength
Emotional Healing & Intuition:
Rainbow Moonstone + Rose Quartz - soothing feminine energy and self-compassion
Hold these stones together during meditation, place them in a moonlight grid, or use them in your intention setting rituals.
Simple Ritual Ideas for Summer Moons
You don’t need a complicated setup to honour the moon, just intention, stillness, and a few supportive tools.
Full Moon Ritual
- Cleanse your chosen crystals (water, incense, or sound)
- Reflect on what you’re ready to release, habits, emotions, or situations
- Hold a grounding crystal like Black Obsidian or Amethyst
- Write your release down and say it aloud
- Leave your crystals in the moonlight overnight to charge
New Moon Ritual
- Create a quiet space with soft lighting or candles
- Hold a crystal like Green Aventurine or Rose Quartz
- Set 1–3 clear intentions for the month ahead
- Write them down in a journal and keep your crystal nearby
- Carry or wear it to stay aligned with your goal
Best All-Round Crystals for Both Moon Phases
Clear Quartz -Amplifies intention and charges other crystals
Moonstone - Balances emotional cycles and supports both reflection and manifestation
Selenite - Powerful for cleansing your energy and clearing space before ritual and available in so many shapes
Summer Moon Ritual Intentions to Try
If you’re not sure where to start with your moon ritual, these gentle affirmations and intentions can guide you. You might like to say them aloud, write them in your journal, or speak them while holding your chosen crystals:
- “I release what no longer serves my wellbeing.” (Full Moon)
- “I welcome new beginnings with confidence and clarity.” (New Moon)
- “I am grounded, open-hearted, and in alignment with the season.”
- “I trust the timing of my healing.”
- “I honour my emotions and give myself space to grow.”
You can personalise your intention to reflect what’s coming up for you emotionally, spiritually, or physically.
Moon rituals offer the perfect opportunity to pause, reflect, and realign with what matters most. Whether you're letting go under a glowing full moon or calling something in under a quiet new moon sky, summer is a season of movement and magic, and the right crystals can help guide you every step of the way. Place one or more of these stones beside your written intentions, hold them during meditation, or carry them with you for the first week of the lunar cycle to amplify your focus and drive.
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Love and light Sally xx
