The Ritual Notes
Gentle guides for your inner work
Prompts, moon rituals and self-love practices — written to be used tonight, with nothing but a notebook and a quiet moment.
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60 Shadow Work Prompts for Beginners, Organized by Theme
60 shadow work prompts for beginners, grouped by theme, from triggers to the golden shadow, plus how to use them safely and what to do when it gets heavy.
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Moon Rituals · 8 min read
A Simple Full Moon Ritual for Release (Step by Step)
A calm, step-by-step full moon release ritual you can do at home in 20 minutes, with journal prompts, a safe no-fire option and a 5-minute version.
Moon Rituals · 8 min read
How to Set New Moon Intentions (With Examples)
Learn how to set new moon intentions that feel true, with 25 example intentions, a simple new moon ritual and an easy way to track them to the full moon.
Moon Rituals · 7 min read
Moon Phases and Their Meaning: A Ritual Guide to the Lunar Cycle
Discover the moon phases meaning, from new moon to waning crescent, with a simple ritual practice and journal prompt for each phase of the lunar cycle.
Self-Love · 8 min read
Self-Love Affirmations That Actually Feel True (and How to Use Them)
Self-love affirmations that actually feel true: why some feel fake, how bridge affirmations help, simple morning and evening rituals, and 40 to try today.
Shadow Work · 8 min read
What Is Shadow Work? A Gentle Beginner's Guide
What is shadow work? A gentle beginner's guide to meeting the hidden parts of yourself, with simple steps, safety notes and prompts to start today.
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The Shadow Work Starter
Seven days of gentle prompts, a grounding ritual and a reflection page — a printable PDF to begin your inner work tonight.
Last updated 19 October 2026