- Strong Sun Moon, AKA Lover’s Moon, Honey Moon, Strawberry Moon
- Native Americans associate this moon with the woodpecker
- Colors: Gold, Yellow, Orange
- Try to incorporate into decorations and alter
- Stones: Topaz and Agate
- Trees: Oak and Maple
- Gods: Isis, Cerridwen, Juno, Persephone
- Herbs: Parsely, moss, Skullcap, Mugwort
- Element: Earth
- Weed your garden, prune the bushes, give your lawn all the tender loving care it needs. If you’re growing fruit or vegetables, begin harvesting those that are ready to be gathered. Early herb and flower blossoms can be collected as well, and hung up to dry for later use.
- Herbs that respond well to heat and full sun are the best choice for early summer planting. Basil, cilantro and oregano all fall into this category. Calendula and nasturtiums can be grown from seeds, but rosemary, sage, thyme and summer savory do better if they are transplanted as seedlings or full plants.
- Take time to let your personal life blossom as well—focus on things that improve your job or education, as well as your relationships with family and friends. It’s okay to do nice things for yourself! Go on a short vacation, cut off the cell phone and your email for a few days, and spend time with family—or with yourself!
- Another name for the Strong Sun Moon is the Honey Moon, and during the late summer and early fall, honey is a staple crop in many parts of the world. Honey has a number of magical properties, so why not find a way to tie it into your spellwork this month?
- There is an extensive history of honey that I would be more than happy to do another post on if anyone would like to see it!
- Thyme Honey: the Honey of Courage
- it is considered to give courage and build self-confidence. Eating Honey from Thyme help us cleanse ourselves from jinxes and strengthens our aura against malevolent attacks. Thyme Honey is also believed to be adored by Fairies.
- Lavender Honey: the Honey of Magic
- This type of Honey is believed to be extra potent when used in Magic and spells. It is considered a powerful instrument of the Witches and it is also believed to grant Magical Powers to the one who ingests it regularly.
- Acacia Honey: the honey of Vital Energy
- It”s one of the most favorite types of Honey worldwide. Acacia”s powers are passing into this Honey and allegedly helps banish insomnia and nightmares as it stops all evil influences. Ingesting Acacia’s honey is believed to restore your Vital Energy which was drained by the Evil Eye or Malevolent attacks.
- Manuka Honey: the honey of Healing
- It is produced in New Zealand by bees that pollinate the Manuka bush and is considered one of the most unique and beneficial forms of honey in the world. Manuka Honey is used in healing spells of the Maori tribe. You can try dedicate some Manuka honey to the spirits and angels of Healing.
- Pine Honey: the honey of Protection
- Pine Honey is a very popular honey all over the World. Pine honey should be used by anyone who feels his or her energy at low levels. Pine’s magic is intense and used for rejuvenation. Moreover Pine will help you not only recharge your “batteries” but also protect you from anyone who wants to vampirize on your powers. Pine Honey should be used when we feel we are under demonic or other psychic attack.
- Flower Honey: the honey of Happiness
- Flower honey is honey produced by bees that pollinate the wild fields. In facts it uses any flower available thus Flower Honey is drenched with the power of Spring. Flower honey is perfect when Spring is what need to “happen” in your life. Flower honey helps us get in touch with beauty, love and the child in us! Use Flower Honey in spells for Love, Friendship and Happiness.
- Eucalyptus Honey: the honey of Uncrossing
- Eucalyptus honey is not that common. However, if found it would be an excellent tool for Healing and Uncrossing spells. It is more powerful than Thyme honey in uncrossing rituals & Pine honey in healing rituals. However, use Pine honey when you are under attack and Thyme honey for general protection. In healing spells start with Pine Honey (if your “energy” hits critical levels) and continue with Eucalyptus as it”s milder but more effective in long-term use.
- Rosemary Honey: the honey of Love and Beauty
- Rosemary Honey is extra potent when dealing with Beauty and Love spells. Rosemary honey can also be used in healing spells but mostly to heal our inner selves. What causes all this trouble in my life? Rituals employing prophetic dreams and self-healing could be more effective with use of Rosemary Honey.
- There are many ways to use honey in Magic. There are going to follow several spells using honey. For starters you can use honey to attract what you wish. Angels may be summoned by offering them Honey. Do you want to ask from an Angel to bless you with magical powers? Offer them Lavender Honey. Do you need them to aid you for protection and banishing? Offer them Thyme Honey. Do you need to feel happy and blessed again? Offer them Flower Honey.
- Magical Properties
- – Honey can be symbolically used to stick things together. It can be used in binding spells, adding stability to relationships, and put on poppets. It’s good for binding spells because it can be undone fairly easily too.
- – It’s used similarly to sugar; to sweeten a person or situation to work in your favor.
- – Honey is an excellent offering to gods and spirits.
- – A dab of it can be used in attraction, love, lust, and sex magic.
- Medicinal Properties
- – Honey is great for cold and flu treatment. Raw and organic honey is preferable as it is an antibacterial and is high in antioxidants.
- – It can be used in an ointment for treating wounds, burns and cold sores.
- – Honey will help in muscle building; a teaspoon of raw organic honey after a workout can induce an insulin spike, allowing your muscles to get the most out of the workout.
- – It can be used as a weight loss aid. Honey can cause changes to the metabolism that will help curb sugar cravings.
- – Honey is also an excellent hangover remedy.
- Focus on the power of the sun to help with spells and rituals related to strengthening yourself mentally and spiritually. You’ve got more hours of daylight now than any other time of the year, so tap into it! Spend as much time outdoors as possible – it’s not only good for your emotional well being, it also can help you feel better physically!
- Use sun energy to charge your tools by leaving them out on a bright warm day to absorb the sun’s rays. You can also consecrate water for rituals by placing a jar of it out in the sunlight—use this for workings related to strength and power, as well as personal growth.
- If you’ve been dealing with issues in your personal life that are rooted in indecision or uncertainty, this is a good time to fix them. Take a long hard look at your possible choices, and make one. Ask for advice from others if you need to, but in the long, it’s okay to trust your intuition.
- Remember this is also called the Lovers’ Moon—and no wonder, since so many people get married in June! Allow yourself to welcome love into your life—and if you’ve already got it, then let yourself appreciate it even more! Do things that make you feel sensual and sexy, affectionate and abundant, and in addition to loving other people, and allowing them to love you in return, know that you’re allowed to love yourself as well.
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