The first Full Moon of 2025 falls on January 13th in the nurturing sign of Cancer. This Full Moon provides the perfect opportunity to reflect, reset, and recharge—especially after the whirlwind of the holiday season. It's energy takes on themes of family, comfort and the home.
Whether you're into astrology or just dipping your toes into self-care rituals, this guide will help you make the most of the nurturing energy of the Cancer Full Moon.
Here's a full moon in Cancer ritual that's not too woo woo!
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Create a Cosy Space: Cancer is all about comfort and the home. Clean and organise your space. Light some candles, grab a blanket, throw some cushions on the floor and get your favourite crystals out. Create a peaceful environment to reflect and recharge.
- Self-Care Activities: Prioritise things that bring you joy. This could mean taking a long bath, cooking a meal from scratch, listening to a positive podcast or simply spending time with loved ones or your pet. You might also want to plan to host a dinner date to connect with family to take on the themes of the sign of Cancer.
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Journal Your Thoughts: Writing can be a powerful way to connect with your emotions and the subconscious mind. Use the journal prompts below to help self-reflection and set intentions for the year ahead.
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Release What No Longer Serves You: The Full Moon is a time for letting go. Write down what you want to release, whether it’s self-doubt, a toxic habit, or relationship. You can light a candle to represent setting these intentions or burn the paper as a symbolic act of release (make sure you have a bowl of water on hand!)
Journal Prompts for the Full Moon in Cancer
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What emotions have I been avoiding, and how can I gently face them?
- What are these emotions teaching me?
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Where in my life do I need to create more emotional security?
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How can I nurture myself more deeply?
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What habits or beliefs am I ready to release?
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What does home mean to me, and how can I make my space more comforting?
Why the Cancer Full Moon Matters
This full moon is an invitation to slow down and reconnect with what truly matters: your emotions, your relationships, and looking ahead for the New Year. Use this time to take care of yourself, and strengthen your connection to the people and spaces that feel like home.