In October, we are in the midst of fall season and the rest of the month has so much energy and wisdom to offer. In September, the Harvest Moon makes an appearance. It reminds us to appreciate the culmination of abundance that we have worked for. Earlier in the month, the lessons we learn help us restore balance back into our lives. Later on in the month there is a full moon which provides double the lunar energy! The energy this month is intense, with the culmination of the full moon and Halloween at the end of the month. Although the lunar energy will be intense, the veil between the spirit world is lifting. The energy is inviting us to connect with the energy of our ancestors and loved ones.
This full moon in October is called the Hunter Moon. This is the full moon after the Harvest Moon, and sometimes this Moon can fall in October or November. The period between fall and winter has optimal conditions for hunting. Fields are clearer and the moonlight appears earlier in the sky. Many believe that after the harvest, people would hunt under the moonlight to prepare for winter. Other names include the Blood Moon, Shedding Moon, Falling Leaf Moon, Ten Colds Moon, Moon of the Changing Season, Travel Moon, or Dying Grass Moon. These names also express the changing season and how our environment is affected by fall and the approach of winter.
This year the October Hunter’s Moon falls 3 days before Halloween, making this full moon very special! During Hunter moon month, the veil between worlds thins and the connection between the spiritual and physical world grows. It is no surprise that Halloween has a history of being associated with full moons, ghouls, and spirits. Halloween is traced to Samhain, which is an ancient pagan Celtic festival. On Samhain, the veil is the thinnest, making it easier for ancestor and spirit contact. Rooted in the belief that the veil between worlds is the thinnest, there was also a fear of coming into contact with evil spirits. Huge bonfires were lit to ward off evil spirits, and people would wear masks to help confuse spirits. Full moons are powerful days during the month in which we can connect to the surrounding energy more. With the energy of the Hunter Full Moon coinciding with the ancient festival of Samhain, these spiritual connections will be at its peak. Samhain is the ending of the harvest cycle, while also marking the beginning of another new cycle.
During the October Hunter’s Moon month, there are actions and inner work we can take part in to help move forward. A full moon is a powerful manifestation tool to help provide energy for creation. The high energy of this full moon provides opportunities to complete pending tasks. It also gives us the possibilities to create bigger goals. It’s a time to embrace the emotions we are feeling and expressing these emotions. This full moon is also about taking action and getting a chance at things left unsaid or left undone. This energy will help us take action and fuel our dreams all throughout the month.
With the hunting spirit of the Hunter’s Moon, we can hunt for bigger opportunities or explore the unknown within. It is a time to turn inward and look for truth, inner peace, and balance. There are big realizations about life that we may encounter through this process. The energy of Halloween can also inspire us to explore the unknown. Many will feel called to reach out to the spiritual world through divination, meditation, or dreams. The moon this month gives us the energy to seek wisdom from within and through our guides, ancestors, and the unknown.
A full moon on Halloween is actually not very common, despite its associations with Halloween night. The next full moon on Halloween will be in 2039! Let’s take advantage of this moon before Halloween! Let’s make this a magical and beautiful night with some safe outdoor time under the October Hunter’s Moon!
Full Moon in Taurus
In October 2023, the night sky graces us with the ethereal radiance of the Taurus Full Moon, a celestial event that encourages us to revel in the simple pleasures of life. Taurus, an earth sign ruled by Venus, is synonymous with stability and a profound connection to the material world. This Full Moon ignites an energy that prompts us to ground ourselves in the present moment, relish life’s physical delights, and embark on a journey to find inner stability.
Rediscovering Earth’s Wonders
Taurus, with its strong ties to nature and the physical realm, beckons us to pause in our relentless pursuit of daily life. During this Full Moon, we’re reminded to take a step back and engage with the natural world. Whether it’s the sensation of the earth beneath our feet, the taste of a sumptuous meal, or the appreciation of art and music, these sensory experiences help us rediscover the beauty in life’s simplest moments. By immersing ourselves in these earthly wonders, we can rekindle our spirits and find gratitude in the small yet profound aspects of existence.
Balancing Material and Spiritual Abundance
The Taurus Full Moon encourages us to find harmony between the material and spiritual dimensions of life. It prompts us to reflect on our relationship with possessions and desires. Are we tethered too tightly to material things, or do we use them to enhance our spiritual journey? This celestial event invites us to assess this balance and realign our priorities if necessary. By recognizing the importance of both the material and the spiritual, we can tap into Taurus’s potential for abundance and fulfillment, striving for a life where our outer world reflects our inner serenity.
The Taurus Full Moon for October 2023 provides an opportunity to connect with the world around us, to seek inner stability, and to strike a balance between the material and the spiritual. It’s a reminder that in the pursuit of earthly abundance, we must not lose sight of our inner growth and well-being. By embracing the essence of Taurus, we can harmonize with the rhythms of life and find contentment in the simplest of pleasures, while also nurturing the inner resilience required to thrive in our ever-changing world.
October Hunter’s Moon Activities
- Speak up or take action on matters you have put to the side.
- Slow down and breath.
- Take some time to remember departed loved ones.
- Leave offerings out for your ancestors or departed love ones such as baked goods and drinks.
- Spirit and guides often will reach out to us through dreams. Pay attention to your dreams as we approach Halloween!
- Under the Full Moon, ask for guidance and wisdom to come your way.
- Try a release ritual to help you make space for what is currently important.
Crystal: Obsidian
Obsidian stone is a beautiful glass like stone with intense healing energy. It has a powerful ability to help with self-reflection. It allows you to embrace your shadow self to help with inner work. Clears negative energy blockages within. Carry with you to help with the healing process. Sleeping with it will also bring forward intense dreams. Usually it is the energy of the stone that will ask you to confront the negativity in your life. Although the energy can be intense, it is a truth seeker stone asking you to confront the reality of situations for your own highest good. It is also a very grounding and protective stone. It shields against negativity and absorbs dark energy to help keep you and your space protected. Wear for self-confidence as it blocks negativity. Keeping it in your office or home will also help protect and keep you grounded. It is a great stone for exploring the unknown because it will boost psychic abilities. Helps create stronger connections with your guides and the spirit world. As a result, this stone has a history as a divination stone. An obsidian sphere or obsidian mirror is a great divination tool to work with. Its reflected surface provides reflections like a mirror to the unknown.
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