“The Wolf Moon” by: Poonam

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“The first full moon of 2022 will enlighten the sky on 17th & 18th January. This particular full moon is called by different names; The Cold Moon, The Freeze Moon, The Old Farmer’s Almanac, The Wolf Moon etc. Some names are given due to extreme weather conditions & other due to the fact that wolves howl more during this time of the year !”

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“To begin with, lets see why full moons are so important & how they influence humans. As we are all aware that moon cycles directly affect water bodies. Human body consists of 70% of water i.e. why we are no exceptions. It is believed that full moon disturbs people with mental issues more than anyone else. This is partially true. Moon does not actuate madness. Positioning of the moon amplifies whatever we are. It makes a loving person more loving, an irritating person more irritating, a meditative one more meditative & an insane person go more insane. It accentuates every living being. Our physical & psychological existence is based on moon & it’s cycles. However, this is the most neglected & ignored theory in the modern society. Our ancestors were always so aware of Amavasya (New Moon) & Puranmaasi (Full Moon). There is a logical reason behind this belief.”

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“We witness full moon when Sun & Moon, both come in front of each other, in other words, face each other in a way that Sunlight illuminate the Moon on all corners & we are able to espy Moon in it’s full glory. So, Full Moon is a time of disclosure & things coming to light. It is time of revelations & epiphanies. We encounter hidden facts, truths & secrets. It is also a strong period to let go of anything that is not serving us any good. It can be a habit, a thought, a project, an object or a relationship.”

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“Here is a small activity or a ritual to break free from unwanted & draining bonds. On one of the three days of Full moon (a day prior & a day later) light up a blue candle or diya & pray before it to burn all your worries & fears. Carefully name all the negative things that are holding you back & blocking your success. Visualise all adversities being burnt in the sacred fire. To be more precise, you can write your worries & failures on a piece of paper and literally burn them to ashes. Then immerse those ashes in a glass of water & pour that water in the soil in your garden or flower pot. This way, you give all your troubles to Mother Earth. Isis, Gaia, Dharti Mata are varied names of the same deity. She is a nurturer, She will look after & solve all your problems. Thank Her with full faith & surrender.”

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“This Wolf Moon happens to appear in Cancer in Capricorn season. Cancer denotes Divine Mother, feminine energy & emotions. Being an Earth sign Capricorn also holds feminine energy. Hence, this is an auspicious time to awaken the Goddess, internally as well as externally. Feminine energy is all about love, compassion & kindness. It is nourishing & upbringing. Our world is in dire need of these qualities. Take advantage of this phase, as Universe is supporting your growth & evolution. This is no ordinary Full Moon, & it is here to distribute extraordinary healing, embrace it with open arms. You deserve it, loving Souls !” ~Poonam