You Can Use Every Moon Phase's Vibes to Power Your Love Life

FYI: the Moon is mega influencing your love life. While most people look to Venus and Mars as their guides to “finding the one,” the Moon clues us into the kinds of cycles we experience—particularly when it comes to our emotions and libido. You can work with the energy of each lunar cycle to improve your sex/dating/love life, whether you’re single or in a relationship.

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NEW MOON

The beginning of the lunar cycle always starts with a New Moon, and it marks a time for new beginnings, intentions, and plans. The New Moon occurs when the night sky is dark, and it’s essentially a “fresh slate” to create new patterns for the month ahead. During this phase, tap into how you feel about your dating life and create an action plan that resonates with you. If you’re single, this is a great time to plan a first date, download a new dating app, or ask a BFF to introduce you to that hottie they work with. If you’re attached, now is the perf time to discuss how you want your relationship to grow, like becoming official, moving in together, or planning a romantic getaway. New opportunities and people often appear around a New Moon—so don’t be surprised if someone slithers into your DMs. Take a chance—it might pay off!

WAXING CRESCENT MOON

The actions you took during and after the New Moon will begin to grow as its light builds in the sky. A Waxing Crescent Moon—when just a sliver of the Moon’s light is showing—indicates that it’s time for movement. During this time, put in the work to build on the plans you made during the New Moon. If you’re single, swipe on those apps. If you’re dating casually, determine whether your situationship has long-term potential. If you’re coupled up, plan an activity or convo to get you even closer to your S.O.

FIRST QUARTER MOON

Assess your direction, bbs. The First Quarter Moon comes halfway between a New Moon and a Full Moon. Now, you’ll see how successful your dating plans have been. Little challenges may pop up that will likely grow bigger later. For instance, something might seem a bit off with the crush you’ve been talking to, or you might end up sexting with your ex—even though you’re trying to get over them. Don’t worry—if you’ve been off the mark, you can change your direction! And if your plans have been going well and that cutie (or your main squeeze) is growing closer, keep the course and continue to open your heart.

WAXING GIBBOUS MOON

The Moon is almost full, and your sex drive is ~heating up~. You’ll likely feel a bit more agitated, impulsive, and passionate. Think of this as the (sexy) calm before the storm. The Waxing Gibbous Moon is perf for taking a breath and having casual fun that isn’t too emotionally intensive—trading sexts, binging a lighthearted show on Netflix together, or going on a cute date to the farmer’s market.

FULL MOON

Ready to howl at the Moon, unleash your sexy side, or fall in love? Yup, the Full Moon puts *everything out into the open*. Expect major awakenings, breakthroughs, chance meetings, or endings—including breakups. If your relationship is solid, you can expect mind-blowing sex and/or someone saying “I love you” for the first time. But the Sun and Moon are opposite each other, so any problems will be possible to ignore, and conflict might pop up. AKA someone ghosts, you find out they’ve gotten back together with their ex, or your boo sits you down for the “maybe we should be friends” chat. Your libido will be intense AF—as will your emotions—so it’s best to try to take a moment to collect yourself, rather than jumping in heart-first and regretting it later.

WANING GIBBOUS MOON

After the revelations of the Full Moon, the Waning Gibbous Moon marks a time to face the truth and move forward. In the days following the Full Moon, don’t pursue fresh starts—it’s better to stop and analyze your feelings. Save first dates for the New Moon and plan a second or third date—or start to do the “fade out” if you aren’t feeling it. If you’re in an established relationship, you can reflect on old memories and bring them back into your life. You used to enjoy picnics and wine on the beach together but haven’t in awhile? Or you used to enjoy hourlong makeouts, but have been too busy for foreplay? Now’s your chance to bring that back. Be vulnerable—your emotions will still be very charged. Communicate will your S.O./crush and process everything you learned during the Full Moon.

LAST QUARTER MOON

When the Moon diminishes to its “half-full” phase, it marks another turning point. Your energy is starting to wind down, so you won’t feel horny AF—instead, you’re becoming more contemplative. Assess your love life. Anything that’s holding you back has got! to! go! Are you taking part in negative self-talk or holding onto baggage? Release that sh*t! If you’re gonna break up (and haven’t already, LBR), now’s the time. But if you’re determined to make it work—or continue building your relationship—then you can start thinking about the future.

WANING CRESCENT MOON

With the Moon shaving down to a sliver and approaching another New Moon, now is the time to pull back and rest a bit before your next adventure (or dating spree or sex marathon). Your intuition will be strong, so pay attention to your instincts. Think of this as a mini “hibernation” period where you plan what you want to begin at the upcoming New Moon. However, don’t just repeat the same patterns, bb. If you’re single and ready to get back out there, ask yourself what you learned from your last relationship or fling. If you’re boo’d up, snuggle up with your S.O. and enjoy the quiet moments. Love can always grow, no matter how long you’ve been together.

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