The concept of the "Purple Witch Period" is an intriguing and mystical notion that has captured the imagination of many. It refers to a specific period in time where a powerful and enigmatic purple witch is said to roam the earth. This witch is believed to possess extraordinary magical abilities and is often associated with wisdom, healing, and the wielding of arcane knowledge. The origins of the Purple Witch Period are shrouded in mystery, with different cultures and folklore offering their own interpretations. Some believe that this period occurs once every hundred years, while others say that it happens during astrologically significant moments. Regardless of its exact timing, the Purple Witch Period is believed to be a time of great significance and potential.
Is This Your Cycle? Purple Moon Woman
“The moon is my favourite symbol for the menstrual cycle and the physical and emotional rhythms we women transition through from month to month.
But there’s more than one way for our cycles to synchronise with the moon.
In fact, I have discovered there are 4 distinct ways we can cyle with the moon. And each carries not only its own symbolism but its own insight and guidance about your life path.
Missed my other posts? Read about the 3 other menstrual-moon cycles here:
1. Possibility #1: White Moon Cycle (menstruating with the new moon)
2. Possibility #2: Red Moon Cycle (menstruating with the full moon)
3. Possibility #3: Pink Moon Cycle (menstruating with the waxing moon)
Download our free at-a-glance PDF to see the 4 different cycles:
Is This You? Purple Moon Cycle
Getting your period somewhere between the new and full moons can indicate a transitional phase in your life.
And if it’s the waning moon that you tend to menstruate with–what I call the Purple Moon Cycle–that can mean a quiet stage of self-reflection and self-discovery, a deeper descent into your inner wisdom, or metamorphosis toward a life stage where you wield your feminine powers in new and more potent ways.
The waning moon is aligned with the Enchantress archetype: a wild, fierce, powerful energy that can be deeply spiritual and internal.
Think Autumn: the blustery season when the days grow darker and all of nature sheds what it no longer needs.
And think the waning moon itself: growing slimmer, withdrawing, moving steadily toward darkness.
If you’ve been menstruating with the waning moon, you may be wrestling with a new stage of self-discovery. Who am I now? Who am I becoming? What am I here for and how can I fulfill that purpose?
Maybe you’re in a transitional time: desiring more meaning from your work and personal life, stepping into a more powerful expression of you, perhaps experiencing or yearning for a sexual awakening.
Maybe you’re changing careers.
Maybe your children are becoming more independent and you’re letting go and figuring out where to put your energies now.
Maybe you’re making peace with not having children, either by choice or by circumstance.
If you’re getting your period with the waning moon, ask yourself:
- Are you in a time of transition in your life?
- Do you find yourself taking stock of where you’ve come in your life thus far: am I where I envisioned myself to be, how do I want to proceed from here?
- Are you feeling a pull inward, a withdrawal from outward expression in the world and a desire to get quiet and dig deeper?
- Are you yearning for deeper purpose and meaning in your work in the world?
- Are you claiming your sexual and sensual power as a woman and redefining how you express your sensual self?
Purple Moon Tip:
Like the caterpillar who first disintegrates in her cocoon, before you transform into the fluttering butterfly you may need to descend into a deep period of reflection on your Purple Moon cycle. This is not an outward transformation at first. It is deeply internal and demands you pull away from the mundane tasks of life to dismantle your old identity and give way to a new self that’s more reflective of who (and where) you are now. Partners and family members beware!
If you’re a Purple Moon Woman, I would love to hear what you’ve noticed about this cycle, and what answers you’ve come up with for what your menstrual-moon connection means for your life journey.
Do these questions resonate?
Are you experiencing something completely different?
Come and tell me! We have a conversation going on in our private Facebook Support Circle, where you’ll find other women exploring these same questions. I’d love to hear how this is resonating with you, and I’ve posted a poll where you can answer questions about your experience as a Purple Moon Woman. (Not a member? Just request access—it’s free to join!)
How to Ride Your Wild Premenstrual Energy
When I first read Christiane Northrup’s book Women’s Bodies, Women’s Wisdom and learned about women’s innate connection to the phases of the moon and the rhythms of the earth, I was both haunted and awed by the information I was discovering.
She talked about how women’s energy is not linear like men’s but cyclical, ebbing and flowing through the waxing and waning energies of pre-ovulation, ovulation, pre-menstruation, and menstruation.
Everything clicked for me.
Regardless of its exact timing, the Purple Witch Period is believed to be a time of great significance and potential. During this period, it is said that individuals who align with the energies of the purple witch may experience heightened intuition, spiritual awakening, and a deeper connection to the mystical realms. Many seek out methods to tap into the energies of this period, such as meditation, divination, and the use of special rituals and spells.
In case this information is new for you like it was for me, the 4 phases of your menstrual cycle are:
- Pre-ovulation , before you release an egg — phase of t he Maiden archetype, aligned with the crescent moon and the energy of Springtime
- Ovulation , when the egg is released — phase of t he Mother archetype, aligned with the full moon and the energy of Summertime
- Premenstruation , when your body prepares to shed the lining of the uterus — phase of t he Enchantress archetype, aligned with the waning moon and the energy of Autumn
- Menstruation , when you bleed — phase of the Wise Woman archetype, aligned with the dark of the new moon and the energy of Winter
The color purple, often associated with spirituality and royalty, is believed to hold a special significance during the Purple Witch Period. It is said to represent the blending of the spiritual and physical realms, symbolizing the powerful magic and wisdom that the witch possesses. Those who work with the energy of the Purple Witch Period often incorporate the color purple into their rituals and practices as a means of tapping into this potent energy. While the exact nature and existence of the Purple Witch Period remains a subject of speculation and interpretation, its concept has captivated the hearts and minds of many individuals seeking a deeper connection to the mystical and magical aspects of life. Whether one believes in its literal existence or simply enjoys the symbolism and mystery surrounding it, the Purple Witch Period serves as a reminder of the vast and wondrous world of magic and the power that lies within each and every one of us..
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