Monthly Insight
August Insight
August is a month of abundance, harvest, gratitude, and spiritual growth. It is a time to recognize what has been developing in your life and appreciate the progress you have made, even when everything has not fully come together.
The month begins with Lughnasadh, or Lammas, on August 1, an ancient celebration of the first harvest. It reminds us that the energy, love, and effort we put into something can eventually produce meaningful results.
The Lion’s Gate Portal reaches its peak on August 8. In modern spiritual traditions, this period is associated with courage, transformation, manifestation, abundance, and stepping into your personal power. The number eight also represents balance, strength, and infinite possibilities.
For those following a Christian path, August also offers opportunities for prayer, reflection, and a deeper connection with God. The Transfiguration of Jesus is observed on August 6, celebrating divine light and spiritual revelation. The Assumption of Mary is observed on August 15 in many Christian traditions, honoring faith, devotion, and Mary’s entrance into heavenly glory.
Together, these traditions make August a meaningful time to give thanks for your blessings, strengthen your faith, set new intentions, and prepare for the next season of your journey.
August Affirmation:
I honor how far I have come. I welcome abundance with gratitude, and I trust that everything I have planted will grow in its proper season.
Spiritual Uplifts Magical Moon
BY LYNN PRITCHARD | August 1st, 2026
Release, Strength and AbundanceYou
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Will Need
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One white, blue, and green candle
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A rose water in a bowl
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One moonstone crystal
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A piece of paper and pen
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An offering of lavender flower herbs
August 2026 Moon Phase Dates​
Last Quarter: August 5 (10:21 P.M. ET)New
Moon: August 12 (1:37 P.M. ET)First Quarter:\
August 19 (10:46 P.M. ET)F
Full Sturgeon Moon: August 28 (12:18 A.M. ET
AUGUST FULL MOON
Make sure to write down your seven wishes, a tradition we uphold during each full moon.Express your seven wishes as if they have already been fulfilled. After writing them down, burn the paper and bury the ashes in the earth outside.
The August Full Moon carries the energy of abundance, strength, gratitude, and recognizing how much you have grown. This ritual will help you release what has become too heavy and make room for new blessings.
Begin Your RitualFind a peaceful place where you will not be disturbed. Light your candle and place the bowl of Rose water and your crystal beside it.Close your eyes and take three slow breaths. Imagine the light of the Full Moon surrounding your entire body. Allow this light to gently clear away stress, disappointment, fear, and any energy that no longer belongs to you.
Say:Under the light of the August Full Moon, "I release what has become too heavy for me to carry. I let go of fear, doubt, old pain, and anything standing between me and my highest path.'
On your paper, write down what you are ready to release. When you are finished, fold the paper away from you three times. Tear it into small pieces and safely throw it away after the ritual.
Place your hands around the bowl of water and say:"May this water hold the healing light of the Moon. May it bring peace to my spirit, strength to my heart, and clarity to my path.Hold your crystal and think about something you want to strengthen or welcome into your life. This may be abundance, confidence, healing, protection, love, or a new opportunity."
Say:"I am grateful for everything that has grown within me. I welcome the blessings that are ready to enter my life. I trust that what is meant for me is finding its way to me now."Sit quietly for a few moments and allow yourself to receive the energy of the Full Moon.When you are ready, thank Spirit, God, your guides, or the energy of the Moon in the way that feels right for you. Leave your offering outside as a symbol of gratitude.Pour the moon-blessed water into the earth or use a small amount to gently cleanse your hands. Keep your crystal nearby throughout the coming month as a reminder of your intention.
Full Moon Message:You may not always notice your growth while you are in the middle of it. This Full Moon reminds you to look back, recognize your strength, and give yourself credit for everything you have overcome.
Spiritual Uplifts Monthly Study
By Bre Sousa August 1, 2026
Book: Author Judy Hall has made a third installment of her Crystal Bible series. This guide to crystals includes many newer, more rare crystals. It also has knowledge of different crystal shapes such as skulls, and helps explain newer Chakras such as the Soul Star.
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Herb: Cinnamon is a spicy herb utilized in a wide array of spells, herb work, and practices. Cinnamon is an ideal herb to use in practice when bringing in luck and love. It is also a great herb for many teas and coffee, and is great for people working for better digestive health
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​Oil:Five finger grass oil is derived from the Cinquefoil plant and gets its name from the plants distinct five-lobed leaves. This anointing oil is used in many practices to attract money, love, and luck. Five finger grass oil can be used to help you secure a job or position you have been wanting and helps you gain favor over your competitors. It is also often added to mojo bags and spells to attract prosperity, and isa favored by those who like to gamble.
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Crystal: Dendritic Agate is known as the Stone of Plentitude and is the perfect crystal to bring abundance and growth to your life. Dendritic Agate is also a great stone for those who need a boost in self-confidence as it helps to remove feelings of self-doubt and worry. Dendritic Agate is a stone of transformation and can help you transition your life into what you desire.
Spiritual Uplifts Monthly Grid
Crystal Grid
August Grid
Higher self Connection
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By Bre Sousa August 1, 2026
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Begin by setting intention.
Burn Peppermint.Place a crystal generator of Clear Quartz in the center of your cloth or wooden grid. Next, you will alternate placing these three stones one after the other around your generator
For this grid you will need two of each of the following crystals:
Angelite: It brings deep inner peace and chases away fear, which helps you quiet your thoughts.
Shattukite Deepens Wisdom: It acts as a strong psychic activator for the third eye and crown centers.
Angel Aura Quartz: Amplifies Frequency: Formed by bonding clear quartz with platinum and silver, it radiates a powerful, joyful field of light.
Four of the following stones: Clear Quartz Points: Place Clear Quartz points around your completed grid, pointing them up, down, left, and right. This will help the energy from the grid amplify in all directions. Let this new energy settle around you, take a moment to appreciate it.
Speak aloud your intentions for this new part of your life to activate your grid. We recommend getting new crystals for each new grid you do, to bring in the fresh energy needed for the grid to work at its full potential