CAPRICORN FULL MOON – July 10
July's birthstone: ruby
Title: Stormy Full Moon

The July full moon is called the Thunder Moon. The name comes from North American Indians and farmers. It occurs on July 10 at 22:36 Central European Time. Other names are the Buck Moon, when deer antlers are renewed, or the Hay Moon, which comes from haymaking.

This period is associated with rituals to promote growth - enhancing personal development, expanding wealth or strengthening relationships, storm rituals - used to cleanse old problems, agricultural celebrations and romantic traditions - weddings are often held, hence the name Honey Moon .

A tip for a simple ritual for the July full moon – cleansing and supporting the energy of growth

What you will need:

• A white candle – a symbol of purity and strength.

• Paper and pencil.

• A bowl of water.

• Some object from nature for the altar: a stone, a leaf, antler, a flower.

Procedure

• Find a quiet place where you won't be disturbed, light a candle. Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths in and out. Place a bowl of water and a natural object in front of you.

• Write a list of things you want to let go of on paper: fear, insecurity, bad habits, and a list of things you want to strengthen: strength, courage, willpower, growth, self-confidence, relationships.

• Cleansing gesture – gently splash your hands with water as a symbol of purification and imagine how the water washes away everything that is holding you back.

• Moon Invocation: Say silently or out loud, "I thank the Moon for your light and guidance. I release what no longer serves and welcome growth and strength into my life."

• Either safely burn the piece of paper with the negative things on it or immerse it in water and imagine the old things disappearing.

• Thank the Moon. Let the candle burn out or blow it out and end the ritual.

Affirmations for the July Full Moon

Affirmations are positive statements that we repeat or write down. The purpose is to strengthen our thinking, self-confidence and thus support the achievement of goals.

• "I am strong as a deer in full force. Every day I grow, renew, and embrace my true power. With gratitude, I release all that no longer serves me."

• "I am the calm in the midst of the storm. I let go of the past and embrace my strength. I cleanse, shine, and grow with every drop of rain and moonlight."

Say the affirmation 3 or more times out loud, calmly, even in front of a mirror. Feel the words, notice how they give strength and peace. Connect the affirmation with your breath, as you inhale, receive "strength", as you exhale, "let go of fears."

You can write affirmations on paper and keep them under your pillow, or you can repeat them at every full moon to connect with the cycle of nature.

What is the purpose of the Storm Full Moon?

• A stormy full moon is an ideal time for cleansing – both physical and mental. Just as storms clear the air, a full moon helps to remove accumulated stress, worries and negative thoughts. Cleanse the space with white sage smoke or palo santo wood or incense. Get rid of old emotions, grievances and blocks, work with intentions: write down what is weighing you down, either burn the paper or immerse it in a bowl of water.

• The storm brings raw, natural power. Use the stormy full moon to build your personal strength, confidence, and determination. Encourage the courage to speak your mind and say "no" when needed.

• If you want to change something in your life – work, relationships, personal growth, it's the perfect time to sow the seeds of future change.

• Ancient traditions used this full moon to work with the elements: water – rain, air – wind, fire – lightning, earth – storm-soaked soil. Harness the power of nature for rituals, for support and protection.

Create a STORM MOON TALISMAN

What you will need – choose one crystal:

• Crystal – amethyst, labradorite or crystal.

• A piece of black or white fabric, it can even be a bag.

• A sprig of lavender, rosemary or bay leaf (for protection and purification).

• A string, cord or ribbon.

• Prepare everything on the night of the full moon, or even the day before, the energy of the full moon lasts about 3 days.

• Hold the crystal in your hand and say: " This stone carries my power. It protects me, cleanses me, and reminds me of who I am."

• Wrap the crystal and herbs in cloth or place in a bag. Tie with a ribbon and say as you tie: " I bind light and power to myself. I am protected and strong."

• Place the talisman under your pillow, in your purse, on your altar, or carry it with you. In any stormy situation (outside, but also inside you), hold it and remind yourself: " I am the calm in the midst of the storm."

CALM IN THE STORM - extra tip on the symbol for the July full moon - a personal "sign of strength" for a period of change

You can draw the symbol in a diary, on paper, fabric, in the sand, or even on your body - for example, with henna or a marker.

Instructions

Draw a circle – a symbol of the moon and wholeness.

Draw a vertical line in the middle – the axis, your own center.

Draw waves or spirals on the sides - they represent storms, emotions, and changeability.

Draw a dot in the circle – your inner light.

Charge the symbol with the intention: " I am the center of my world. I breathe calmly even in the middle of the storm."

Use the energy of the stones associated with the Storm Full Moon for your intentions. Support your intentions with affirmations and visualizations

You need stones that support strength, courage, and personal growth, as well as cleansing and restoring energy and connecting with nature.

Cornelian	Symbol of energy and creativity, support of vitality and motivation, strength and courage, closing of old cycles. Strengthening of personal power during full moon rituals.
Labradorite	Intuition, self-confidence, strengthening endurance, connection with nature. Labradorite is a stone of change and inner strength, helping to cope with new phases of life.
Amethyst	Strengthening intuition and spiritual protection, increasing understanding, peace and spiritual balance, enhancing meditation during the full moon. A protective stone for stress relief and promoting restful sleep.
Moonstone	Protection and love, a symbol of intuition, inner peace and connection with lunar energies, supporting self-reflection and enhancing meditation. Moonstone connects with natural cycles and feminine energy.
Skoryl (black tourmaline)	Protection, grounding and removal of negative energy, helps maintain stability.
Selenite	Protection, calming and positive energy, ideal for energetic cleansing of space.
Red or pictorial jasper	A symbol of stability, protection and strength, balancing energy, strengthening courage and connecting with the Earth.

How to best use the energy of stones during the Stormy Full Moon?

Meditate while holding the stone in your hand or placing it on your heart chakra.

Let the stones charge overnight with the light of the full moon to increase their energy.

Carry stones with you as talismans to support your intentions.

The birthstones of people born under the sign of CAPRICORN are purple. Read more about color theory in our article. Capricorn birthstones include amethyst, ametrine, fluorite, kunzite, etc. They represent inspiration, intuition, they are windows to the soul, they are our dream stones. 

Don't forget to recharge all your stones with the moonlight of a full moon. It's gentler than sunlight, and the minerals won't fade! You can find other methods of cleansing and recharging in our article here.

May the stormy full moon bring you exactly what you desire – growth, strengthening of personal development, relationships or wealth. Do your own little storm ritual focused on cleansing and promoting growth, prepare a stormy moon talisman and create your personal CALM IN THE STORM symbol with us.

We wrote the article for you on 6. 5. 2025