The Harvest Moon is the full moon that occurs most closely to the fall equinox, anywhere between two weeks before to two weeks after. This is a time for healing, mending broken relationships, and being thankful for blessings. … For the Harvest Moon Esbat (whether in a group or alone), gather orange and yellow candles, apples, blackberries, Harvest Moon Incense or an Intention Incense, Anointing Oil, Purification Herbal and Salt Water, salt, and flowers of orange, yellow, and gold. At twilight, cast a salt circle and ask the gods to be with you and watch over you. Consecrate the circle and all of the items in it with your purification water. Light the incense, then anoint the candles with your oil. Light the candles while visualizing your intent. Meditate upon the flame while imagining yourself emotionally healing, and surrounding yourself with love, family and friendship. Ask for clarity in an aspect of your life. Take your candle to a safe outdoor space with a clear view of the full Harvest Moon and bathe in its light. Take three deep breaths, then say, “Harvest Moon, bring light to my path” three times. Basque in the moon light, silence, and state of peace for as long as you need. When ready, snuff out the candles and burn them on each night of the full Harvest Moon. … Set a clear bowl of distilled water outside or in a windowsill facing the moon after dusk. Bring it indoors and away from the light of the sun before dawn. Do this each of the three nights of the full moon to charge your moon water. … When you’re ready to relax and restore, enjoy a hot herbal bath and warm cup of herbal tea.