Full Moon In Gemini Ritual: Open & Choose Again

Shani Jay

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The full moon in Gemini – also known as the cold moon – will fill the night sky over the coming days, but what does this moon symbolize, and how can you harness its energy with ritual?

Gemini is the sign of the mind. It governs how we think and communicate with ourselves and others. But Gemini is represented by the twins, representing the duality within us all, reminding us of the paradox of life.

Opposite the moon lies the Sun in Sagittarius, and while these signs sit opposite each other on the zodiac wheel, they share some similarities. Both signs help us understand how our minds work and how we process new ideas and information. Both signs are seekers of the truth and enjoy learning new things so they can expand.

The invitation of the full moon in Gemini is to reflect on your relationship with new ideas and perspectives. Do you have an open mind and heart that embraces other ways of thinking and seeing our world, or does the unfamiliar threaten your identity and leave you feeling unsafe? Do you cling to the stories you’ve always told yourself because they’re familiar and comfortable, or do you regularly welcome new beliefs as you evolve through life? Do you see life in a purely linear way, or more of a spiral, where everything is connected like a giant web?

These are the questions to ponder on this full moon.

The energy of a full moon

On a full moon, provided the sky is clear, you’ll see a huge circle of warm white light beaming down on Earth, illuminating the darkness of the night. The deeper meaning is that every full moon shines a light on our shadows, nudging us to explore our subconscious and anything we’ve buried deep within. Because what we bring to the light can be seen, felt, and then healed.

The full moon is also a time of expansion and celebration. It’s a time to get outside, spend time with people you love, and get stuck into a passion or project. Just be mindful to balance this energy with the internal energy of your sacred cycle. As one of the four main phases of the moon cycle, the full moon is linked to the ovulation phase of our menstrual cycle, the season of summer, and the archetype of the mother.

When is the full moon in gemini?

LA, United States: 15 December @ 01:01

London, United Kingdom: 15 December @ 09:01

Sydney, Australia: 15 December @ 20:01

Click here to find out the exact time of the Gemini full moon where you live.

The full moon phase always lasts 2-3 nights, so try and plan your full moon ritual for one of these nights while the energy is still strong.

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What is the full moon in gemini about?

1. Honor your body & soul

The full moon in Gemini is a reminder that we are both physical and spiritual beings living a physical experience on Earth while constantly receiving intuitive downloads from Source. This is symbolized by Gemini’s twins – one is mortal, the other immortal, but both co-exist in harmony.

Get too caught up in the physical world, and you’ll lose connection to your inner self. But ignore the physical and focus purely on the spiritual aspect of self, and you will miss out on the joy, beauty, and connection Earth has to offer. And remember: your soul chose to incarnate here on Earth, so there is a part of you that wants to have a physical experience.

Life is all about finding balance. But the truth is, you will struggle to maintain a perfect balance in all areas of your life at all times. It is an ongoing dance. So, on this full moon in Gemini, hold space for your human and magical self – because you are, and always will be, both.

2. Are you in conflict with yourself?

Gemini can often feel like it’s torn between two different paths, unable to decide on what it truly feels or wants. This full moon is an opportunity to look at any areas in your life where you are divided. For example, perhaps a part of you longs to begin a new career, but another part of you is afraid to leave your job. Or you’d love to move to a different country, but you worry you’ll miss your friends and family too much.

The full moon’s energy can help you see where you’re holding two conflicting points of view and help you revolve them into one clear thought, direction, and vision to move forward with clarity and confidence.

3. Look for themes of betrayal

Betrayal may be occurring externally, but more often than not, it’s us who betray ourselves. We betray ourselves every time we say yes to something when we want to say no. We betray ourselves when we stay in a relationship we’ve outgrown because we’re afraid to be alone. We betray ourselves by staying small and living in fear, when we are here to fully express ourselves and shine our light in this world.

So, this full moon in Gemini is a chance to look at the betrayal swirling in your life. The ways you’re sabotaging yourself. The ways you’re staying small and stuck. The limiting beliefs you continue to tell yourself.

It’s time to end the betrayal, close the chapter, and choose again.

4. Open to new ideas

The final theme of this full moon in Gemini is to be open to new ideas and opinions, particularly when communicating with others. It’s natural for us to not be on the same page about everything because we are all different; we’ve lived completely different lives, been affected by different things, and are passionate about different things. But that doesn’t mean we can’t be open to hearing someone else’s perspective and trying to empathize with where they’re coming from. In doing so, you may feel confusion, anger, or even the realization that you agree with viewpoints you never understood before.

The aim here is to go into the world curious, be more flexible in your opinions, and expand.

A full moon in gemini ritual

Here are some of the ways you can celebrate the full moon in Gemini with ritual in the comfort of your sacred space.

I always recommend cleansing your space before you begin any ritual and decorating your altar to reflect the theme of your ritual. For the full moon in Gemini, you might want to incorporate the air element (by lighting incense), something to resemble the throat chakra (a blue candle), or a Gemini crystal (agate, celestite, blue lace agate, etc.).

#1. Acknowledge how far you’ve come

The full moon in Gemini is the last full moon of the year, which makes it a wonderful time to reflect on all you’ve accomplished (or endured) this year.

Look at you. Look how far you’ve come. No matter what life has thrown your way, you’ve come through it, and if it was challenging, you’re stronger for it – stronger than you know.

Allow yourself to be proud of how far you’ve come. Even if it doesn’t feel like you’ve progressed linearly, remember that life is not linear! Sometimes, it can feel like we’re going around in circles, but this may just be the journey you need to take. All those puzzle pieces you collect along the way will eventually fall into place in a beautiful, unexpected way.

You might want to make a list of all the things you’re proud of this year – big and small. Read it back to yourself. Honor yourself where you stand today, because this is right where you’re meant to be.

#2. Let go of what no longer serves you

This is also a great time to release anything that no longer serves the person you’re becoming, so you can clear out the old and walk into the new year feeling lighter, and ready to welcome in the new.

Make a list of anything and everything you wish to let go of that feels heavy or no longer aligned with your highest self. You could burn the paper when you’re done or rip it into pieces and throw it away.

#3. Write a letter to your future self

As Gemini rules communication, writing a letter to your future self on the full moon is fitting. Find a peaceful space where you won’t be disturbed, and start writing to you a year from now. Let her know what you’re letting go of, what you’re calling in, what you’re committing to, and how you want to feel.

Pop your letter in an envelope, seal it, and put your name and the date you want to open it on the front. Add a reminder to your calendar to open it a year from now.

#4. Really listen

The Gemini full moon is a time to engage in meaningful conversations to receive new ideas and perspectives and expand. The only way to do this is to be fully present with another person and practice active listening. Often, we think we’re listening to someone simply by being there, but many of us are guilty of focusing on what we will say when they’re done talking!

Can you simply show up, listen, and be fully present in the moment while someone tells you about something? Without an agenda, without the need to prove your point, and without the need to offload something of yours onto them. Resist the urge to immediately fill the space that follows. Can you be with the silence while you process that information?

#5. Be authentic with your messaging

The full moon in Gemini is a brilliant time to refine your messaging – whether it’s your social media bios, your website copy, or even your online dating profile. Words convey meaning, so make your choice wisely. Do the words you choose accurately reflect how you see yourself and how you want the world to see you?

The more authentic you are, the easier it will be for aligned souls to find you.

#6. Make something with your hands

Each sign rules a different part of the body, and Gemini rules the hands (as well as the lungs). So, getting crafty with your hands is a wonderful way to celebrate the full moon.

You could bake a chocolate cake, plant some winter flowers, or knit a blanket to keep you cozy this winter. Get inspired on Pinterest and see what piques your interest.

#7. Host a full moon ritual for your friends

My final invite to you this full moon is to celebrate by organizing an in-person circle with people you love. As Gemini rules communication and loves to get out there and socialize, this is a lovely way to satisfy that need for connection, come together, and magnify your energy.

You can choose any of the ideas above to weave into your ritual or do something completely different.

See what calls you.

Ready to celebrate the full moon in gemini?

How will you work with the energy of the Gemini full moon? Share your thoughts and rituals with me in the comments below!