Moon Days
“Observing moon days is a way to recognize the ebb and flow in nature and within our own begins, so we can live more in tune with these cycles”
Just as the tides are influenced by the phases of the moon, so are we humans, consisting as we do of approximately 65% water. In Yoga, the full moon corresponds to the top of the inhalation and the very peak of Prana Vauy - the expansive and upward-moving direction of Prana. The full moon provides energy and heat, but can increase the tendency to lose connection to earth. The new moon is associated with the end of the exhalation when Apana - the contracting and downward-moving direction of Prana - is at its strongest. During this time the energy is quieter and cooler, but the tendency can be towards heaviness and lethargy.Practising Yoga over time creates a greater sensitivity towards energetic movements and influences. Observing moon days is a way to recognise the ebb and flow in nature and within our own beings, so we can live more in tune with these cycles.