The planet that rules your mind: Understanding the Moon’s influence on emotions

Life is truly unpredictable. There are days when we expect so much from life, yet something goes wrong. And then there are mundane days when nothing really goes wrong. Yet there is a feeling of discontent and uneasiness, and nothing feels pleasant.

On such days even a delay in response will feel like the biggest rejection; a passing comment will sound like criticism. The mind starts creating stories that run bizarrely and fly faster than reality can catch up. If you have had this feeling, it would be interesting for you to know that this is the quiet but powerful influence of the moon.The beautiful moon, the subject of poetry and many songs, is not just soothing to the eyes but has a bigger influence on you as per astrology.

It is not just a celestial body; it is the ruler of emotions and minds. One’s zodiac sign might represent your personality and give an insight into your persona. But it is the moon that impacts your feelings, reactions and also how you process the world internally. An important thing to consider is that the moon is constantly moving.

It means that your emotional state is not fixed; it undergoes changes as the moon changes position.

For every person, the moon sits differently in their birth chart since it transmits through different zodiac signs. The days when the moon is in harmony with your sign are the times when you feel clear, balanced and emotionally steady. However, when it moves into a sign that is at conflict with yours, you notice a sharp dip in emotional well-being. As this continues, irritation increases.This feeling low without a clear reason leads to the mind creating illusions of unhappiness, as even the smallest things begin to trigger it.

In such times, somebody simply not taking your call will make you think that they are ignoring you. In reality the other person could simply be busy. Yet the mind refuses to see facts but builds a story. This is the moon at play, creating a perception that is bigger than reality.The continuous impact of the moon leads to disturbance amongst relationships. So, every time you react sharply to your partner or misunderstand your family members or feel a disconnect without knowing the reason, it is the moon at play.

We do try to analyse the situation; however, it is the state of your mind impacted by the moon.With such a deep impact on our lives, one must know how to bring balance in times when the moon is getting stronger and making relationships feel unsettled. The first and foremost solution is to connect with nurturing energy. Traditionally the moon is associated with the mother. So, spend some time with her and talk to her. If that is not possible, simply recalling her presence will have a calming effect on your emotions.

This bond leads to a natural grounding.However, life does not always allow that proximity. In such times, seeking out elders can help. Such people bring stability and warmth to our hearts. A well-meaning senior at work or an elder in the family always giving you blessings will make your moon stronger. Just a few minutes of genuine connection with such a person can help bring clarity in your mind. With this, you will understand that not every emotional wave needs a reaction.

All you need to do is to be aware.The moon’s influence helps you understand that you don’t need to fight your emotions; you need to manage them with clarity.Attributed to- Acharya Anita, New-age spiritual mentor and Vedic Astrologer.