What does the Cold Moon mean for you?

Astrology followers will know that you don’t have to be a werewolf to feel restless when the full moon rises: multiple studies have concluded on nights when the moon is full, we lose (on average) around 20 minutes of sleep.

Researchers also found that it took about five minutes longer for participants to fall asleep around the time of a full moon than around a new moon. Deep sleep was, on average, 30% decreased around the time of a full moon.

But the December moon also provides a valuable opportunity to check in with yourself in your waking hours. According to the Urban Monk, it can be used as the perfect time to reconnect and reflect on the year that has passed, and the one ahead.

“Take a much-needed pause to summon up your patience, release what needs letting go of and find support and community through meaningful connection,” they shared in an Instagram post.

Wise words indeed.

December Cold Moon: what is it, how can it affect you and when can you see it?