Once in a Blue Moon

Once in a blue moon - what could it mean for you?

The Meaning, Myths and Spiritual Power of a Blue Moon

So what’s all the fuss about? Why do so many romantic myths and legends revolve around the “blue moon”?

What Does “Once in a Blue Moon” Mean?

First things first — it’s not usually about colour (although dust, smoke, or volcanic particles can tint the moon bluish).

A blue moon is defined in two ways:

• The second full moon in the same calendar month

• The third full moon in a season that has four

No matter how you define it, it’s always rare — hence that famous phrase, “once in a blue moon.”

The History of the Blue Moon

According to some scholars, the term may have started as belewe moon, meaning “betrayer moon.” Why? Because it sometimes threw the old church calendar into chaos, forcing an extra month of fasting during Lent.

The Oxford English Dictionary even traces it back to 1528, with this proverb:

“If they say the moon is blue, / We must believe that it is true.”

The Spiritual Meaning of a Blue Moon

Within pagan and Wiccan traditions, the blue moon is considered incredibly powerful. It’s seen as a time when the veil between our world and the Divine feels thinner — offering heightened communication with spirit.

Blue Moon Energy and Rituals

Many believe this is the perfect time for:

• Love or healing ceremonies

• Attracting new opportunities or partners

• Enhanced dreams and prophecy

• Rituals connecting with the Crone Goddess or Divine feminine

Think of it as cosmic high-speed Wi-Fi for your intuition.

A Modern Twist

While researching, I stumbled on a thought by one white witch:

“On those occasions when one waxes nostalgic, even after never-experienced events, perhaps one should partake of a Blue Moon Martini — Bombay Sapphire Blue Gin and Blue Curacao.”

Now that’s my kind of lunar philosophy!

Final Thoughts

So whether you’re setting intentions, stirring a ritual, or simply gazing at the sky with a cocktail in hand — may your “once in a blue moon” moments bring a little extra magic into your life.

Many Blessings,

Chat 2 Charlie – Transformational Life Guide & Psychic. In Person • Via Webcam • By Telephone

PS by the way - here is a playlist of songs about the "Blue Moon"

Jazz / Swing

1. Billie Holiday – Blue Moon (Jazz)

2. Ella Fitzgerald – Blue Moon (Jazz)

3. Frank Sinatra – Blue Moon (Swing / Traditional Pop)

4. Ella Fitzgerald & Louis Armstrong – Moonlight in Vermont (Jazz)

5. Dean Martin – Blue Moon (Swing / Crooner Pop)

Doo-Wop / Early Rock ’n’ Roll6. The Marcels – Blue Moon (Doo-Wop)7. Elvis Presley – Blue Moon (Rockabilly)

Country / Americana8. Loretta Lynn – Blue Moon of Kentucky (Country)9. The Mavericks – Blue Moon (Country Rock)10. Van Morrison – Once in a Blue Moon (Folk Rock / Celtic Soul)11. Dolly Parton – Blue Smoke (Country)

Rock / Alternative / Indie12. Beck – Blue Moon (Indie Folk / Alternative)13. The Cowboy Junkies – Blue Moon Revisited (Song for Elvis) (Alt Country / Dream Pop)14. Big Star – Blue Moon (Indie Rock)15. Bob Dylan – When the Deal Goes Down (Folk Rock)16. The Waterboys – Once in a Blue Moon (Folk Rock)17. Poets of the Fall – Blue Moon (Alt Rock)

Soul / R&B / Pop18. The Supremes – Blue Moon (Soul / Motown)19. Jennifer Lopez – Once in a Blue Moon (R&B / Pop)

Reggae / Ska20. Bob Marley – Blue Moon (Ska / Reggae cover)