Observing the phase of the moon before spell casting increases the focus for spells
These phases are created by the reflection of the light from the sun. Within this cycle are found four phases of the moon, starting with a full moon, which is said to be waxing when the reflection on the moon is growing or increasing during the phase. During this growing phase, spells of increase, gain, luck, fortune and creation are most successful, the stars, moon and sun are a guiding force for witches
The sun and moon are representative of this energy and planning and executing your magic according to the moon and its phases will help you to be able to work with the best available timing, and by using the phases of the Moon as a guide for casting spells, you can increase your chances of success with magick and witchcraft. In my research, the use of the energies and association of the moon in spell casting is a traditional and natural way of magic.
The Sun is often related to male energies, the conscious mind and the timing of the seasons. The moon guides the tides of the ocean and it also has an influence upon the subconscious mind. Within astrology, in a person's natal [astrological] chart,
the positions, degrees and sign of the Sun and moon are recorded [along with the ascendant or rising sign] as the basis of the natal chart, representing the outside forces, the ego and self image, the masculine and active forces. The sun is usually represented by the metal gold
The moon sign represents the inner self and motivations, the instincts, the emotions, the subconscious, and the feminine. The metal represented by the moon is silver2. Negative beliefs about the powers of the moon have persisted for centuries. The word lunacy described an ancient association between the full moon, and insanity
The relation between the feminine and the moon is even more apparent when you consider that the moon phases through a twenty-nine day cycle, where the moon is related to fertility.
A waning moon comes after the full moon phase, where the shadow increases on the surface of the moon, and the moon gradually becomes darker on each day of its phase.
During this time spells of binding, black Magick, and destruction are most successful. This continues until it is called a Dark moon, when the power of destruction is at its metaphysical peak
The moon then increases or is said to be waxing until it is full once more. Magick that is cast on the full moon can help to represent a powerful force