In the field of astronomy, the moon influences the Earth in many ways.
Below are some of the moon’s effects on our moods and emotions, explained from the perspective of science and astrology.
1. Certain phases of the lunar cycle can lead to more reckless or violent behavior
A report published by the United States Department of Justice titled Criminal Violence: Biological Correlates and Determinants states that, although it cannot be confirmed that the moon is associated with criminal behavior,
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2. The new moon can make you feel more contemplative and introspective
According to astrology, the new moon is the time when we tend to reflect on our inner nature to reflect and better understand our emotions.
If you want to establish a new beginning, the new moon is a favorable time for you to reflect more closely on what you want in your life and set appropriate intentions for the future.
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3. The first half of the lunar cycle can make you feel more motivated
As mentioned above, the new moon is when we can set new plans and goals for life.
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4. The waning and full moon periods can make you feel irritable because of insomnia
At a time when people did not use electricity, full moon nights were the time when people were most active, because they enjoyed spending more time under the moonlight.
In several other studies, it has been shown that even people living in urban areas and regularly exposed to artificial light do not sleep much during the waning and full moon days.
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5. The full moon can make you more nervous
In astrology, the full moon (in the middle of the lunar month) is when energy is at its highest, pushing every aspect of life to a climax or to an end.
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6. The full moon makes you more sociable, while the new moon makes you withdrawn
If you find yourself more sociable and active on full moon days or feel a dip in energy, making you want to withdraw, these may be instincts left over from years of species evolution.
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