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Final Thought
Her Highness the Moon
by Gahl Eden Sasson
The moon, along with the gravitational forces of the sun, causes the Earth to tilt 23.5 degrees on its axis, which in turn, makes the seasons possible and life on Earth so magical. The moon, through her influence over the tides, was probably the driving force behind the first creatures that left the ocean and made dry land their new habitat. And here we are, 2.7 billion years later, proud children of the moon.
If the moon can manipulate the mighty oceans, surely she exercises a strong influence on our swellings and ebbings as well. After all, we are over 70 percent water. For millennia, the moon has made a deep impression on the human soul. Religious holidays such as Easter, Ramadan, Passover, and Vesak are all celebrated in congruence with the lunar cycles.
The moon completes an orbital journey around the zodiac wheel roughly every 28 days. Since there are 12 signs, the moon visits every astrological sign for about two and a half days. As the closest and most visible heavenly body, the moon keeps a close watch over life on Earth.
Our moon sign is extremely important, as it determines how we express our emotions. The moon embodies our core animalistic nature that has never been tamed by reason and socialization. Your moon sign manifests when you are anxious or in danger (physical as well as emotional), or whenever you shift to instinct mode, also known as the fight-or-flight mode. In legend, the werewolf, for example, transforms from a man (reason) to a wolf (instinct) at the time of the full moon, and Dracula transmutes from human (socially sensitive) to vampire (animal predator) in congruence with the cycles of the moon. The moon’s powers have penetrated every language. Words such as lunatic, moonstruck, and moony constantly remind us of the authority Mother Moon wields on our emotions.
According to Kabbalah, the ancient mystical doctrine of Judaism, the moon is associated with the ninth sphere of the Tree of Life called Foundation. Kabbalists assert that the moon, governing our subconscious, is the foundation of our soul. The moon is believed to be associated with memories from this lifetime and past, and by tapping into the energies of the moon, one can access a great deal of both inner and outer wealth.
One way to surf the cycles of the moon is to pay attention to its phases. On the new moon, start a new project, plant a seed, make a wish, or begin a new relationship. As the moon grows, when she looks like a D, add energy to the project you started. You will see that as the light of the moon grows, so will your endeavors swell. When the moon is full, it is time to rest, practice gratitude and see in what ways your wish or project is already manifesting. Then, when the moon is waning, as she loses her light and looks more like a C, it’s time to edit, revise, and let go of obstacles. In my years as an astrologer consulting clients, politicians and business people, I have witnessed that these simple tips truly make a difference.
It is interesting to note that the United States, “born” July 4, is a Cancer. Since this is a water sign, Americans are far more influenced by the moon. For this reason, I recommend that you have at least one fountain or a water feature in your office or home to symbolize the ebb and flow of Her Highness, the Moon.
Visit www.CosmicNavigator.com and click on the Free Chart tab to find your own moon sign. Gahl Eden Sasson teaches Astrology, Mythology and Kabbalah worldwide. His books A Wish Can Change Your Life (endorsed by His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama) and Cosmic Navigator, have been translated into over seven languages.