Last Quarter Moon
The Last Quarter Moon: Releasing Attachments
The Last Quarter (or Third Quarter) moon shines its gentle light on the opportunities to cleanse and renew your spirit. As it wanes, it calls upon you to assess what no longer serves you. Picture your life as a garden—are there weeds of negativity or habits that have outstayed their welcome?
Now’s the perfect moment to grab your metaphorical pruning shears and tackle those pesky attachments. Write down the things that linger in your mind, perhaps fears, regrets, or toxic relationships, and release them. Let this moon guide you to declutter not only your physical space but also your mental landscape.
Ask yourself: What old habits feel like anchors dragging you down? Once identified, let them go. Create a ritual where you can safely say goodbye, maybe through a burn ceremony or simply casting them into the wind.
As you make space, imagine the new opportunities flowing into your life. Embrace the energy of renewal, for with every release, you’re making room for the magic that’s waiting to enter your world. Allow the Last Quarter moon to illuminate your path as you shed the old and welcome the new. This is your time to shine brighter than ever!
As the moon reaches three-quarters of its cycle, illuminating only half of her celestial face, it beckons us into a space of reflection and release. This is a powerful time to take stock of the intentions set during the New Moon phase. Ask yourself: What progress have you made since the cycle began? Have your aspirations sprouted, or are they still just seeds waiting to blossom?
This half-lit moon invites us to shed the layers that no longer serve us, clearing the clutter—both physical and emotional—that weighs us down. Now is the moment to let go of those lingering attachments or negative patterns that stall your journey to growth. Embrace the art of decluttering, not only in your surroundings but within your heart and mind, creating a fresh canvas for what’s to come.
As you reflect, gain clarity on your priorities. What truly deserves your energy and attention? Approach this introspection with a playful spirit, welcoming the notion of making space for new opportunities and experiences that align with your values.
Prepare for the upcoming New Moon, an ideal moment to reset and set fresh intentions. Allow this waning phase to inspire a clear vision for what you want to call into your life. By releasing the old, you pave the way for the new. Make this half-moon phase your ally—take the time to reflect, let go, and get ready for the new beginnings that await.
The moon has completed three-quarters of its lunar cycle, and only one-half of the moon is visible in the sky.
This is a good time to reflect on the progress made since the beginning of the lunar cycle and assess any goals or intentions set during the New Moon phase. This phase encourages us to release any lingering attachments or negative patterns that may be holding us back from reaching our full potential. It's an ideal time for decluttering, letting go of old habits, and making space for new opportunities. Use this period to gain clarity, re-evaluate priorities, and prepare for the upcoming New Moon to set fresh intentions and start anew.
2026 Moon Phases
Please note, these dates are based on PST and may differ slightly in your Timezone.
January
Full Moon: January 3
Last Quarter: January 10
New Moon: January 18
First Quarter: January 25
February
Full Moon: February 1
Last Quarter: February 9
New Moon: February 16
First Quarter: February 24
March
Full Moon: March 3
Last Quarter: March 10
New Moon: March 18
First Quarter: March 25
April
Full Moon: April 1
Last Quarter: April 8
New Moon: April 17
First Quarter: April 23
May
Full Moon: May 1
Last Quarter: May 8
New Moon: May 16
First Quarter: May 23
Full Moon (Blue Moon): May 31
June
Last Quarter: June 7
New Moon: June 14
First Quarter: June 21
Full Moon: June 29
July
Last Quarter: July 7
New Moon: July 13
First Quarter: July 21
Full Moon: July 29
August
Last Quarter: August 6
New Moon: August 12
First Quarter: August 20
Full Moon: August 27
September
Last Quarter: September 4
New Moon: September 10
First Quarter: September 18
Full Moon: September 26
October
Last Quarter: October 3
New Moon: October 10
First Quarter: October 18
Full Moon: October 25
November
Last Quarter: November 1
New Moon: November 8
First Quarter: November 17
Full Moon: November 23
December
Last Quarter: December 1
New Moon: December 8
First Quarter: December 16
Full Moon: December 23
Last Quarter: December 31
Please note, these dates are based on PST and may differ slightly in your Timezone.