Most-likely, not many of us will be setting our beaver traps this evening, as the name of the November moon suggests, but there are other ways we might acknowledge tonight’s bold light. The moon is of one of the closest celestial objects to the Earth, and I believe it pays to bring awareness to this being. Its mass literally affects the water on our planet, it attracts our oceans, moving incredible weight of water. If the moon can affect something as powerful as the ocean, we’d be arrogant to say it does not affect our tiny bodies.
Each month feel the effect of the full moon, waking up with a mild madness, always glad when I remember it’s a full moon, that there’s a reason for my feeling ‘off.’ I’m sure many of you know what I mean – and some of you might feel it more strongly than others. Sometimes all I need is that awareness to ground myself, but certain practices can help direct that energy, or prana – into more positive or even useful direction. These practices can be especially helpful if you’re feeling particularly affected. Below I’ll discuss a few Ayurvedic perspectives on the full moon (there are many!), and offer some ways to cultivate awareness of this day.