What influence does the New Moon have?

The Moon is a star that both dreams and fears. Like the menstrual cycle, it evolves over time, changing its appearance every day. The Moon waxes and wanes, and its height also varies. Radiant in the sky on full moon nights, it s'fades and almost disappears on new moon nights. This exceptional New Moon holds many secrets, which we shall try to reveal.

Definition: What is the New Moon?

Also known as the "waxing moon", new moon is one of the phases in the lunar cycle when the Moon is positioned between the Sun and Earth. The Moon is then in darkness and barely visible from the Earth. It's also known as the black moon , since it's practically invisible to humans at night. This new Moon plunges the Earth into almost total darkness.

In astrology, this is said to be the union of the Sacred Masculine and Sacred Feminine signs.

New Moon: what are its effects?

The new moon isa time for pause and deep reflection. The darkness it brings seems to be the ideal moment to refocus, to define intentions for fulfillment. This unique Moon is said to have magneto-gravitational effects on living beings (animals, men and women), their organisms and our beautiful planet.

The new Moon will have a direct impact on our sleep , which will be deeper, longer and more restorative. The time it takes to fall asleep will also be shorter.

A study published in the journal Sleep Medicine by Csilla Zita Turanyi, of lSemmelweis University, Budapest, Hungary, concludes that, unlike the full Moon, the new Moon promotes more restful sleep. This study shows a 25-minute reduction in sleep time during the full Moon phase, and a 30-minute lengthening of the REM sleep phase during the new Moon phase. The study also shows that men seem to be more affected than women.

When is the next New Moon?

To help you see more clearly in lunology and use the secrets of lunar cycles, you'll find below the key dates of the lunar calendar with the dates and times of the arrival of the new Moon in 2023.

What to do during the New Moon

With the New Moon at the antipodes of the Full Moon, it's time for you to take care of yourself and make plans. Here are a few ideas:

• Take a break from making decisions and avoid major purchases or big decisions;
• Connect with yourself by walking alone or accompanied, in silence, in a safe, well-lit place to welcome your desires and new ideas;
• Meditate and take time to align yourself. Do breathing exercises, write, draw or choose any activity that frees the mind;
• Treat yourself to a massage or a moment of relaxation by turning down the lights;
• Detoxify by taking a purifying bath with Epsom salt or sea salt;
• Use aromatic herbs to soothe your ailments and purify the atmosphere in your home: lavender, sage or aromatherapy oils are ideal;
• Listen to your desires, your dreams.

Depending on the timing of the new Moons, you'll also find it easier to: Take action, prepare a budget, free up your communication and exchanges, spend time with your family, shine and gain self-confidence, better organize yourself, explore your knowledge, be more ambitious, unleash your creativity and originality, etc.

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