Magic doesn’t always happen in stillness; for centuries, alchemy has thrived through the dynamic energies of dance and music. This ritual is designed to transform negative emotions and stagnancy into confidence and self-worth, empowering you to embrace your true self.

Claiming your personal power is essential for living a fulfilled and authentic life. It involves recognizing and embracing your unique strengths, values, and potential, allowing you to navigate the world with confidence and purpose.

By asserting your personal power, you break free from limiting beliefs and external expectations, fostering a deep sense of self-worth and autonomy. This empowerment enables you to make decisions aligned with your true self, pursue your passions without fear, and create a life that reflects your innermost desires and aspirations. Ultimately, claiming your personal power is about honoring yourself and living in a way that is true to who you are.

Personal Power New Moon Ritual

Pick Your Space

Start by finding a personal place where you can dance, sing, and let loose. This space should feel private and comfortable, allowing you to express yourself freely. Gather the following:

• Mirror
• Candle
• Sage
• Palo Santo
• Match or lighter
• Music playing device
• Paper
• Pen
• Crystals, preferably Carnelian, Citrine, Tigers Eye, or Sunstone
• Safe place to burn paper

Begin by cleansing your space with sage and palo santo. Then place the mirror where you can see yourself clearly as you move. Arrange your supplies within easy reach.

Breath Awareness

Take a moment to sit down and focus on your breathing. Establish a meditative rhythm, inhaling and exhaling slowly. As you breathe, connect with any feelings of smallness, withholding your voice, or believing you’re unworthy. Acknowledge these sensations deeply, allowing yourself to fully experience them.

Write a Release Letter

Write a letter addressed to the Universe (or your chosen entity). Start with: "Today, I fully release..." Write down all the negative feelings, beliefs, and thoughts you want to let go of. Be thorough and honest, letting your emotions flow onto the paper. Once finished, fold the letter and set it aside.

Activate Your Power Song

Play your chosen power song. For me it's usually a song by Prince or The Glow by Willie Hutch from the iconic film, The Last Dragon. Let the music move through you, allowing your body to sway, dance, and sing along. If you’re not immediately feeling the impact, replay the song a few times until you do. The more you connect with the music, the more powerful the ritual will be.

It is known that trauma is stored in the hips. The more we dance and move, especially our lower region, the more we release unwanted and harmful energies. Our Sacral Chakra is activated when we move and groove.

Embracing Positive Energy

Immerse yourself fully in the music. Look into the mirror and declare the song and the uplifting emotions it evokes as your anthem. Commit to leaving behind feelings of low self-worth and stepping into your greatness. Own this moment, and let your confidence shine.

Channel Energy into Your Candle

Pick up your candle and hold it in your hand. Channel the positive energy you’ve cultivated into the candle, envisioning the energy flowing from your heart into the candle.

Decide on a spot where the candle can safely burn for the next few days. Light it with a match or lighter, saying aloud, "I own my personal power. My light shines bright."

Allow the candle to burn down completely and safely, even if it takes several days. 

Release and Scatter

Take your letter outside and burn it in a safe place. As the paper burns, affirm aloud, "I release. I release. I release. So it is. So it is. So it is." Scatter the ashes, symbolizing the release of your negative emotions and thoughts.

Affirm Your Intentions

You've released what no longer serves you. Now claim what's yours. Write your intentions specifically and confidently. No using words like 'hopefully' or 'maybe', be solid in your stance. Use "I am" statements to claim your intentions in the present.

Program Your Crystals

Speak your intentions into your crystals so they may amplify your words to assist you in your goals throughout your everyday, especially in moments when you may be in doubt.

By following these steps, you will engage in a transformative ritual that helps you let go of negative emotions and embrace a renewed sense of confidence and self-worth. Through the power of dance, music, and intention, you can unlock your inner strength and step into a brighter, more empowered version of yourself.