How The Moon Affects Us

The Moon exerts a strong gravitational pull that causes the changing tides in our oceans and seas. This gravitational pull is at its strongest during the New Moon and Full Moon, so here, we experience the highest and lowest tides.

Considering we humans are made up of 70% water, it only makes sense that the Moon would have a similar impact on us mostly-water beings. It's thought that at the New Moon and Full Moon, like the tides, our emotions are pulled to the surface and feelings are heightened.

What the science says:

Several studies have shown that people experience 30% less deep sleep during the Full Moon as compared to the rest of the month. Why is this? Researchers believe our internal biological rhythms may be linked to the Moon's cycle.

Changes in sleep can have dramatic effects on your overall mood – causing irritability, decreased concentration and focus, impatience, and elevated levels of the stress hormone, “cortisol.”

If we’re accepting that the Moon does indeed affect our sleep, our mood, and our emotions, how can we work with this mystical force? How can we sync up with these cycles and align with the flow of nature instead of being a victim of it?

Well, let's chat about each Moon phase, how it can affect us, and how we can make the most of every phase!

This low-light phase can manifest as low energy for us. We may feel tired, introspective, and ready to indulge in some much-needed introvert time.

Now is a fabulous time to curl up by the fire, put on some fuzzy socks, and spend some time with yourself. Take time to reflect on how you’re feeling and honor any inklings to stay home, cancel plans, and not return texts today.

After relaxing, recharging, and reflecting in the New Moon, you’re ready to go forth with new light and added energy.

Write down your intentions for the coming month, and thank the universe in advance for all the beautiful things you know will be coming your way. Sit down with your crystals and visualize the next manifestation you’re ready to accept in your life.

Drench yourself in our diamond-infused Desert Moon Illuminating Oil to raise your vibrations and reconnect with your sacred self.

This balance of light and shadow reflects the obstacles you’ll start to encounter as you bring your intentions to life.

Go with the flow of life – embrace the yeses and take the no’s as a signal for redirection. The universe may have bigger plans than you can imagine, and you just need to follow the breadcrumbs that lead to your highest creative potential.

The Waxing Gibbous phase signals redirection, adjustment, and flexibility. Your plans are being challenged, and your patience is being tested.

Be flexible. Have gratitude for this moment, and look for signs and signals that are directing you to the best course of action. Listen to your inner knowing and trust in your own innate wisdom. Write to your intuition or consult the tarot cards for clues and guidance that you're on the right path.

The Sun and Moon are in opposite zodiac signs during this phase, and you may feel tension, heightened emotions, and extra energy as these opposite energies pull on you.

Observe and have compassion for your heightened emotions. Channel this heightened energy into projects and activities that light you up. If you’re receptive and open, you may see new opportunities bloom from your intention setting earlier in the month.

Channel your emotions and energy into creativity and artistry. Paint your lids with all the shades in our Moonlight Crystal Gemstone Palette and feel the flow and creative chi of that delicious full moon energy.

As the light of the Moon wanes, energy is slowing down and bathing us in feelings of satiation and gratitude.

Sit down with your gratitude journal, send some thank you notes, or buy your best friend dinner. Share the love that’s rising inside of you, and take this time to reconnect with those you may have neglected (or snapped at) during your high-energy/high-emotion Full Moon phase.

As the light continues to fade, you may feel the need to cleanse, release, and let go.

Now’s the time to forgive, release resentments and regrets, and purge whatever is no longer serving you – clothes, old makeup, even friendships that are weighing you down. Create a clean slate with space for new manifestations to take root in your life.

The light is almost gone, and you’re ready for rest and recuperation.

Surrender to the universe and take some time to align yourself with the energy of calm. Relax, relinquish your need to control everyone and everything, and trust that all will be well. Now’s a beautiful time to bring out your crystals, close your eyes, and absorb all that pure, high-vibe energy.

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Place your crystal-infused palette in a window where it’s directly exposed to the moonlight. Allow it to soak up the powerful cleansing energy while you sleep. And for the highest energetic benefit, charge your palettes under the light of the Full Moon or New Moon.