If you love working with the energy of the moon to attract what you desire, adding bay leaves to your new moon ritual is a great way to supercharge your intentions.
The new moon encompasses new beginnings and is the perfect time to set your intentions for the month ahead. By using the powerful energy of the new moon and combining it with the magickal properties of bay leaves, you can attract your deepest desires.
The good thing about using the new moon’s energy is that you can tap into it three days before and after. So, if you want to get a head start on your manifesting or forget to do your ritual on the night of the new moon, you can still work with its energy.
Why manifest during the new moon with bay leaves?
The new moon is the perfect time to set your intentions for what you want to create or bring into your life for the next thirty days. Every phase of the moon has different energy; during the new moon, you can tap into the powerful energy of starting over and creating a new path.
Bay leaves have been used in magick and rituals for centuries. They are known for their ability to aid in manifestation and help your desires become a reality. You can burn a bay leaf at any time to manifest, but when combined with the new moon’s energy, it can help amplify your intentions.
New Moon Bay Leaf Ritual
To do this ritual, you will need:
- Bay Leaves
- Manifesting Candles (optional)
- Matches or a lighter
- Sharpie
- Fireproof container
Please check out our Bay Leaf Manifestation Starter Kit if you want to purchase bay leaves. They are charged under the full moon and ready for you to manifest your desires. It also includes a super cute Magical Bay Leaf Holder to hold your bay leaves while burning them.
When you have all your supplies, find a comfortable place to sit where you will not be interrupted. Make sure you are in a safe space where you can burn the bay leaves without any issues.
Start by holding the bay leaf in your hand and focusing on your intention. If you have more than one intention, you can hold multiple bay leaves in your hand and focus on each one individually. Once you have a clear image of your intention in your mind, start to write it down on the bay leaf.
Use as many words or as little as you need, but make sure you are specific about what you want. Once you have your intention written on the bay leaf, hold it in both hands and close your eyes.
Take a few deep breaths and visualize your desire coming true. See yourself already in possession of what you desire or achieving your goal. Feel the emotions of having what you want. The better you can visualize and feel the feelings, the better results you will see.
After you have taken a few minutes to visualize your intention, it is time to burn the bay leaf.
Hold the bay leaf over the flame and let it catch fire if you use a candle. If you are not using a candle, light the bay leaf with a match or lighter and drop it into your fireproof container.
If you use our Magical Bay Leaf Holder, scissors, or a tweezer to hold the bay leaf while it’s burning, hold it over your fireproof container in case the ashes fall.
As the bay leaf burns, see your intention going up in smoke and into the Universe. Know that it is on its way to you and that the Universe will always provide. Once the bay leaf has burned completely, you can snuff out the candle or let it burn on its own.
Connecting with the new moon
After burning your bay leaf, take the bay leaf ashes outside so that you can connect with the new moon. If you cannot go out, you can still thank the new moon for all it has done for you while staying inside.
Try getting close to a window where you can absorb the moon’s energy. Take a few deep breaths and close your eyes. As you exhale, visualize your worries and concerns leaving your body. As you inhale, visualize the new moon’s energy entering your body and filling you with peace, love, and light.
If you can go outside, you can choose to blow your ashes into the air to signify releasing your intention to the Universe, or you can bury your ashes in the ground and thank Mother Earth for her support.
After releasing your intention, you can say something like, “thank you, Universe, for supporting me in achieving my goals. I am grateful for all that you have done for me. I know that my dreams are on their way to me now.”
This ritual may seem simple, but it is very effective. The key is to be clear about your intention and to connect with the emotions of having what you desire.
After the ritual
After completing your ritual, pull out your journal and write down any ideas or thoughts that may come to you. Sometimes after doing this ritual, I will have a bunch of thoughts that cross my mind. A lot of times, those random thoughts can sometimes lead you to the next steps you need to take to work on your manifesting your desires.
You can also use this time to brainstorm ways that you can take action steps towards your goals. This is a great way to get the ball rolling and to start taking concrete steps towards achieving your dreams.
And that’s it! A simple yet powerful ritual to help you supercharge your manifesting during the new moon. If you want to amplify your results even more, try performing this ritual during the full moon or on days when the moon is in a sign that corresponds to your intention. For example, if you want to manifest love, do the ritual on a day when the moon is in Libra.
Or, if you want to manifest money, do the ritual on a day when the moon is in Taurus.
Experiment and have fun with it! There are no rules when it comes to manifesting your desires.
Do you have any favorite new moon rituals? Let me know in the comments below!
A word from Shamonique
Bay leaves are super powerful and, combined with the new moon, are the perfect combination for you to manifest your desires. This ritual is easy to follow and can be done anywhere. The key is to be clear about your intention and to connect with the emotions of having what you desire.
I know that sometimes getting specific about what you want can be challenging, but it’s important to be as straightforward as possible. The more specific you are, the better results you will see. So take some time to think about what you really want and then get creative with how you can word your intention.
I’m sending positive vibes your way, and I know you will make it happen! Your manifestations are close, and you will receive them.
Stay Powerful,
Shamonique
