Blue Moon Rituals - Yogamatter's blog

The silvery shimmering light of the moon has been a human wonder for thousands of years. As the white stripe moves from new to full, we have already throughout history created feasts, festivals, fasts and specific rituals according to the lunar cycle. In fact, among the stars in the night sky, the moon is something awe-inspiring and symbolic, representing divine feminine energy and said to have a powerful influence on our emotions. From the full moon dance in Mexico to fasting in the Hindu tradition, purification of pagan rituals and fertility ceremonies around the world, the moon has always been a source of inspiration, a night guide and a timekeeper. In fact, the lunar cycle was one of the first aspects that allowed people to actually measure time, hence the word “moon” becoming the precursor to “month.”
During the changing moon phases, the moon should project different energies; A full moon stands for energy, abundance and the highlight of a cycle. This is a time to let go, which no longer serves to clean and clean us by "smearing" all loose ends with herbs such as sage so that we can start the next cycle from the front. If you work on a project or have set an intention, a new moon is the time to complete and end it. Neumonden is all about novelty, the setting of intentions, starting new projects, focusing on new goals and preparing for the next cycle. Usually we experience a full moon and a new moon around every month, but whentwoFull moons occur in the same month, this is considered a very favorable occasion. This special full moon (which will soon arrive on October 31st^st2020!) is known asBlue moon,and yes, itisa rare event.
There are many meanings attributed to the phrase "once in a blue moon," although the moon actually turning a shade of blue is not one of them. Instead, it is likely that the phrase is related to the rarity of this second monthly full moon, bringing with it more power and opportunity to connect with its rich symbolism. When the rare and powerful blue moon arrives this October, it offers the opportunity to participate in or create blue moon rituals to both strengthen our relationship with nature and celebrate this unlikely event. Read on for five blue moon rituals to honor this rare blue moon in October.

Let go of long -term negative habits

Since a blue moon rarely occurs, it offers us the opportunity to do things that we usually don't do and to bring about a significant change in life. With your Blue Moon rituals, select a habit, a thought or an action that you want to leave and let go, and determine the intention to release you. Choose something that you could otherwise let out, e.g. B. harmful soliloquy, a long -term habit that was difficult to break, or maybe years of negative body image perception that you finally want to let go. Whatever it is, let it count this time. Choose what you want to let go, write it on a piece of paper and throw it into the fire. If you cannot make or find a fire, write it on a sheet and throw the sheet into a flowing stream.

Take advantage of the opportunity

If you are currently facing opportunities, changes in life or an invitation to change your life, your Blue Moon rituals could be the time to get involved. If something is offered to you that appears like a unique opportunity, you should step in this time and take advantage of it instead of holding back. If you have thought about changing your career or making a relationship decision, this could be the perfect time.

Care clear disorder and clarity

We can intuitivelyFeelingHow it affects us to be surrounded by disorder. In a room full of things that you do not need or does not want, the energy tends to be heavier and "cloudier". Chaos can actually cause more stress and distraction in life. In order to clarify your mind and to make the way out of them metaphorically, free your home from undesirable or non -used objects. Sell ​​or donate them and only keep what inspires and raises you.

Be brave and blue

Even if the moon does not become blue this month, we can still use it as inspiration to use the power of the color blue with our rituals for the blue moon. Blue is supposed to represent serenity, wisdom, space, grace and inspiration and has a deeply calming effect on the mind. Decide for a blue scarf or collect blue crystals such as lapislazuli, blue howling and blue agate when the full moon arrives. They stand for cleaning, vision and truth, calm and can all help to improve our communication skills.

Intensify

The full moon is meant to intensify and illuminate any emotions, thoughts, or personality traits we may be having at the moment. Be aware of your mindset as the full moon approaches and use it to your advantage. Can you cultivate an attitude of gratitude with your Blue Moon rituals? Can you focus on a positive future? What aspects of yourself do you value most and can you shine a light and celebrate them this blue moon?