How the Moon affects people

Many cultures consider that the Moon affects the mood of people, especially females, when their cycle coincides with that of women: 28 days. There are people who say they can feel the influence of the Moon in their way of being in the world but others do not stop denying this effect saying that nothing has to do with the lunar state with our state of mind. In this article we want to talk about how the Moon affects people by banishing myths but accepting that the energy of the universe is not alien to us.

The belief of the lunar influence

Since ancient times there has been the idea that the Moon affects the behavior of people. It is believed that the energy emanating from this celestial body can modify some of our behaviors, our mood and our decisions. It is an extra-sensory influence so, if it were true, it would occur in one aspect of the human subconscious.

In fact, in Hispanic culture there is a saying to designate people who present episodes a little irrational tinged with a little transient madness: " You are a lunatic ." In fact, in the same RAE it is explained that when we pronounce this sentence we are referring to a person who presents a dose of madness interspersed, intervals that remind us of the phases of the Moon.

The origin of this belief lies in considering that all the objects of the cosmos (stars, planets, satellites, etc.) produce some frequencies, an energy that affect us intangibly to people. It is believed so because it is based on the basis that we, human beings, are part of the cosmos and, like stars, we also have an energy connected with the universe. The transmission of these energetic frequencies are simultaneous and, therefore, it is considered natural that they influence you according to what meteorological, environmental and external situations.

Influence of the Moon on people

According to the theories that support the lunar influence, different behaviors and behavior changes are distinguished that are directly related to the 4 lunar phases . Here we expose this theory so that you know its foundations:

  • Phase of new Moon : it is the period in which the star remains hidden in the sky and whose duration goes from 2 to 3 days. This is the moment of purification, where we can detoxify the organism, we can try to modify negative habits since this phase is the indicated one to make an introspective trip, of self-consciousness and connection with your interior. It is also at this time when it is recommended that you cut your hair if you want it to grow fast, in this article we tell you in detail when to cut your hair according to the Moon.
  • Phase of crescent : it is when we see a part of the Moon, when it begins to appear in the sky as if it were a smile. It is the stage of growth, prosperity and vitality, therefore, it is the best time to do physical activity, to relate with people, to undertake new projects ... At this moment, the Moon is emitting a positive energy in the cosmos, an energy of prosperity, so it's the best time to try new things, make some change in your life or dare with things that give you a little fear.
  • Phase of full Moon : it is when the star is in its greatest splendor, this is the phase in which the lunar influence is more remarkable in people because it emanates all its energy to the universe. In this period is when you can notice changes in behavior, a strange mood, sudden mood swings, and so on. It is time to be "lunatic", as pointed out by the RAE; that is, the moment in which our personality is most affected by this extraterrenal energy and, as such, it produces some irrational reactions.
  • Phase of waning quarter : it is the moment of the sunset, the symbolic "death" of the Moon to return to be reborn a few days with more vitality and energy. This moment is of maturity, therefore it is ideal to finish deciding according to what things of your life, to reflect, to value what you want and what you do not; In short, it is the period of thought, valuation and final decisions.

In this article we tell you about the phases of the Moon.

The Moon and pregnancy

There is also a popular belief that links the Moon with pregnant women . This is because the lunar cycles last 28 days, the same time that the period of the women lasts; for this reason it is considered that they are the ones who notice more the influence of this star. Many ancient cultures held the belief that the Moon was a divinity linked to fertility and the female sex; In fact, the Moon God of Mayan mythology, Ix Chel, was considered the protector of pregnant women.

At present it is still believed that this celestial body has effects on pregnant women who notice more strongly the influence of the Moon and that at the time of delivery are protected by them. In addition to the fact that the cycle lasts 28 days, the belief also comes from the direct observation of nature: the Moon reproduces the cycle of life in each lunar cycle at birth, grows, decays and dies.

Medical opinion

Although no scientific evidence has been found that the Moon affects people directly, it is true that the debate has recently opened due to research published in the journal Current Biology . Here was explained an investigation made by Swiss professionals where the possibility of the star modifying our dream was discussed.

A study was made with 33 volunteers whose conclusion ended up reporting that when it is in the full moon phase it is more difficult to sleep: the volunteers slept an average of 19 minutes less than at other times and it took about 5 minutes more than usual to reconcile the dream. The experts explained the relationship between the Moon and the dream indicating that when we were in this period, the volunteers generated less melatonin which is the hormone produced by the brain and which is responsible for regulating sleep and wakefulness.

However, this debate has been open for a long time and there are opinions for all tastes. Everyone can believe that this is true or not, the only thing we know is true is that we are part of the universe therefore it is not so unreasonable to believe that we can unconsciously feel some effects or changes that occur around us .