The moon is not visible. This is a good time to start planning new projects, and coming up with some creative ideas or plans.
CRESCENT WAXING/NEW MOON
The moon is now visible. Which for many consider this the New Moon, which is fine. During this time is when you should put those ideas and plans into motion. Actually starting something new. Perfect for spells that you wish to build up slowly in order to increase or gain something.
HALF MOON WAXING
The moon is is half full at this point. When it comes to 'Chances' in any situation that could go either way as far as the outcome, this is the perfect time to ensure it will go your way. For instance if you and another person is up for a job position and the two of you have the same qualities, then tip the scales so to speak in your favor by casting a spell.
WAXING MOON
The moon is almost full. This is a time that you can perform spells that may not need much energy, but is needed to be done as soon as possible.
FULL MOON
The moon is at it's full potential in power. Now is the time to perform full blown rituals or cast spells that require a abundance of power. If there is a Sabbat during a month that is not able to be one on the exact day, then use the full moon in this month to do it.
WANING MOON
The moon is just now starting to decrease. A perfect time to banish and rid yourself of negative things. Casting spells to take something away such as a bad habit, depression, illness, etc.
HALF MOON WANING
The moon is half way gone. Just like the half moon waxing when it comes to "Chances" and you are now wanted them not to be pointed at you. For instance if there is a chance that you and another person may be getting laid off, then cast a spell for the decision not to be you.
CREST WANING
The moon is almost gone now. Doing spells that to decrease or take aways small things are alright to be done during this time. For instance if you want to stop your phone from ringing while you are taking a bath, this is a small enough situation to be done.
Void of Course Moon
This when the Moon leaves one sign of the zodiac and moves into another.
The Moon is unstable during this time and it is best not to do magick. Otherwise your spells could go quirky.
However this is the perfect time to do meditations and vision quest.
* These are all on Eastern Standard Times. At the bottom there are some ideas of what to do during these Void times.