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Moon Exercises

December’s Cold Full Moon, also known as the Long Night Moon, marks the arrival of winter’s chill, a time when the nights are at their longest and the earth retreats into a state of stillness. The name “Cold Moon” comes from Native American traditions, signifying the deepening cold that envelops the land as winter takes hold. It’s a time of introspection, rest, and preparation for the renewal that lies ahead in the coming year.

This Cold Moon offers a moment to pause and honor the season’s quiet energy, and there are various rituals one can perform to connect with its essence. Because of its name we are going to perform a ritual that has to do with cold and warmth. Like everything in life that has a positive and a negative, a Yin and Yang, a plus and a minus.

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ONE - Embracing the Cold

Begin by stepping outside, if possible, to feel the crisp air against your skin. Allow the cold to awaken your senses, grounding you in the present moment. Breathe in the cold, crisp air. Hold your breath for a bit and then exhale with the thought that your inner warmth is going back into the world. Try this invigorating practice of breathing for a minute or two and you will be fully energized.

TWO - Warmth of Gratitude

Once you’ve connected with the cold, return indoors and prepare a warm drink—tea, cocoa, or mulled wine, I call this the warmth of gratitude. As you sip, reflect on the warmth in your life, both literal and metaphorical. Think of the relationships, experiences, and moments that have brought you comfort and joy throughout the year. This act of gratitude helps to counterbalance the cold with a sense of inner warmth.

THREE - Gather and Preserve

In this step, focus on gathering and preserving what is valuable to you. This could be as simple as collecting your thoughts in a journal, or more tangible, like preserving herbs such as mint and chamomile that will make lovely teas in the cold months to come. Make a list of goals to nurture over the winter months, simple things like taking out your sweaters and airing them out and making them season ready. These simple yet powerful acts symbolize the Cold Moon’s role in guiding us to conserve and protect what matters most.

FOUR - Silence and Solitude

Spend a few moments in complete silence, either through meditation or simply sitting quietly. Let the stillness of the season wash over you, allowing any thoughts or emotions to settle like snow on a quiet night. Imagine you are a snowflake drifting gently to the ground after being released by a cloud. You are coming back down to earth to become once again one with your sister snowflakes forming a blanket of white snow. Even though you are unique, for no two snowflakes are alike, you are still interconnected to everything else. This period of solitude honors the introspective nature of winter, offering a chance to listen to your inner voice.

FIVE - Moonlight Reflection

Finally perform a Moonlight Reflection. Take a moment to gaze at the Cold Moon itself. Whether you stand by a window or venture outside again, let the moon’s light bathe you. Reflect on the past year and envision what you wish to bring into the new one. This final act of reflection under the Cold Moon sets the stage for renewal and growth as the year comes to a close.

Past Moon Exercises

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