February snow moon in the lion

Welcome to the first episode of our brand new monthly moon blog, in which we will illuminate the stories, rituals, self -care practices and astrological connections to the full moon. Regardless of whether you want to align your life on the lunar cycle or just be interested in why the full moon is so important, you can gather here every month, wisdom and inspiration to connect with the full moon.

There is a lot of mysticism around the moon, but there are also many well -founded and scientifically well -founded evidence that people have always had a strong connection to the lunar cycle. Researchers have found that many old people were already "moon worshipers" or moon culture in the Neolithic period before agriculture about 12,000 years ago. While the sun was considered a source of life, the moon was considered a guide and protector. In the past farm, people lived as a nomadic hunter and collector who traveled from place to place to collect food and create protection. Tribes that lived in the deserts traveled under the cool light of the moon, used its light to lead them, and therefore developed a close relationship with the moon and its many phases. Long before the clock or the sundial "the moon was the first known timepiece. The time was divided into" months ", each of which started with the new moon," says Leo Rogers, researcher from the University of Cambridge.

It seems that people used the moon more than 12,000 years ago to measure the time. A piece of bone, which is known as "Blanchard bones" today, was discovered in France and is over 20,000 years old. On one side of the bone there are markings for the dark, decreasing and new moon, while on the other there are markings for brightness and full moon. After many research and discussions, the thesis is that these bone markings - in addition to the physical phases of moon - also represent the "moons" or menstrual cycles of women, whereby the female cycle takes around 28 days on average (although everything between 21 to 40 days can also be considered completely normal).

The full moon in the focus

If we know that people have had a direct connection to the moon for thousands of years, why is it the full moon that seems to get all the attention today? The full moon has a profound influence on pretty much all life on earth; Birds use the light of the moon to find their way during the train, and many birds actually synchronize their train in such a way that they arrive at their destination at full moon. The mass spawning of corals on the Great Barrier Reef covers the full moons in November and December, while the full and new moon phases also have a remarkable influence on the tides. Since it consists of 70 % of water, people are believed to be able to experience changes in physical and emotional states during new moon cycles due to the influence of the moon on the water, and full months with dance, ceremonies and even fasting practices have also been part of many cultures for millennia. While everyone experiences the full moon differently, there are connections and traditions that combine the full moon with insomnia, mood swings and increased emotional conditions, as well as manifestations, highlights, knowledge, powerful personal insights and ends. Our thoughts and actions at the time of the full moon are incredibly powerful, which makes it an important moment to direct our energy to a positive place. If we connect with the moon every month, we can rekindle our relationship with nature and have it supported by it, so we immerse yourself in the full moon of this month and 3 exercises to connect with it!

On February 16, 2022, the full moon comes in the sign of the lion, and this special full moon is brave, creative, full of love, strength and passion. Also known as the "snow moon", this is one of the last winter moon that encourages us to approach the bright days of spring from the darkness of winter in the coming weeks. Astrologically speaking, the lion revolves around guidance, self -confidence, wildness, joy and life to the fullest. Lion is a fire sign. Even if the full moon may be a "snow moon" this month, there is nothing cold in the energetic power of this moon. Fire is the element of strength and transformation, so this month we will agree to our inner strength and welcome transformation. Here are 3 exercises for the snow full moon in the lion in February:

1. Enter your strength

The lion energy is always ready to comment and be brave, even if it is confronted with fear. Tune yourself to the energy of this full moon by tapping your strongest yourself; Stand for what you believe in and express your truth, even if others may not agree. The way we use our body can also change how strongly we feel - project your voice, if you speak, and express what you really need, practice more open and more self -confident attitudes with rolled shoulders and raised chin and wear the color red, which is connected with self -confidence, strength and passion.

2. Yoga postures for inner power

The fire element is stimulated with strong, focused asanas such as navasta (boat position), rotations and asanas that open the front of the body, such as Ustrasana (camel), bridge posture and Urdvha Dhanurasana, also known as "full wheel". Or 'chakrasana'. The navel center is our energetic place of power, so they direct awareness of this place in their yoga practice. Kappalabhati Pranayama is also a great way to concentrate on the umbilical center because the belly has to work to exhale every breath, and it is a warming, stimulating breathing technique.

3. Journaling questions

Set a timer to 15 minutes. Try not to rethink the answers to these diary requests, but let your minds reveal the answers to work with the full moon this month. Sit somewhere where you can see the full moon, or even spend time

outside in the full moon light while writing a diary to deepen your connection:

1. Why am I not my strongest myself?

2. How can I accept my inner strength more?

3. What am I ready to change?

4. What would I benefit the most if I let go of it?

5. What makes me joy and how can I connect more?

You prepare for your full moon exercises with these 5 basics:

1. Get to know the traditions and folklore around the full moon seasons of Michael Carbaretta's moon. From the strawberry to the kite, from harvesting to storm - the full moon is known all over the world and in all seasons among many names, and there is a story behind every name.

2. The Yogamatter's revive yoga mat in red is a wonderful way to combine the power of color therapy with its yoga practice. Red can cause a feeling of strength and self -confidence and helps us connect us to our physical body.

3. Core-focused attitudes such as Navasana can be made even stronger by placing a yoga stone between the thighs, which helps to activate the deep core muscles. Choose for the Yogamatter Reclaim Eco Yoga Brick for an environmentally friendly practice.

4. Use Elizabeth Gilbert's Magnificent Creature Diary to answer questions about the full moon diary in the monthly blog, or get an edition of Lunar Living to get more insight into the connection with the moon phases.

5. Create a sacred space for your full moon exercises Yogamatter's luxurious Zafu meditation set. Having a dedicated place is an effective way to make habits and practices like this stick.