Of course, every month brings different life events — and you might not need to take advantage of, say, the waxing moon’s regenerative influence on a monthly basis. Observing the waxing and waning moon is not a spiritual requirement, but it can be helpful to know when you’ll be moving with the lunar current as opposed to against it. Keeping track of the moon’s cycle (beyond just watching out for when it’s full) will help you do just that.