The full moon in August is called the Sturgeon Moon in reference to a type of giant pre-historic looking fish that can grow to over 26 feet long, can weigh more than 200 pounds, can live up to 150 years, and is most often caught during this time of year. The word Sturgeon means “the stirrer”, which this fish does by stirring up mud and silt at the bottom of lakes and rivers to find food. … During the full Sturgeon Moon is a time to let loose of inhibitions, unapologetically break free of expectations, rebel, tap into your wild side, stir things up, embrace your individuality, fly your freak flag, and get out of your comfort zone. Go big and forget your fears. Let go of people or situations that are weighing you down or holding you back. Use this time to confidently follow your heart and take some risks that may lead to positive changes in your life that you thought might never be possible, like finding a new job or pursuing a new romantic relationship. Then once you’ve expended your energy, take the time to renew, relax, recenter, and restore. … During the Sturgeon Moon, gather a black candle to banish whatever is holding you back from being your authentic self, Anointing Oil, Sturgeon Moon Incense or an Intention Incense, Purification Herbal and Salt Water, salt, a few strips of paper, a fire safe bowl, and Magic Ink. Cast your 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 candle with the oil blend related to your intention. Light the candle while visualizing your intent. Take three deep breaths. With your magic ink, write a habit you wish to break or situation you want to remove yourself from on a strip of paper. Meditate upon the flame while imagining yourself with the strength and confidence to manifest this change. Light the paper with the candle’s flame and quickly put it in a fire safe bowl. While the paper burns, chant these words, “By the power of the Sturgeon Moon, By the power of my will, I [state your intention], I am [state the characteristics of yourself that you wish to embrace], and I will [state what you will do to achieve it], So mote it be.” Snuff out the candle and burn it on each night of the full Sturgeon 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.