The December 2023 full Cold Moon is especially emotionally potent. The harmonious rendezvous prompts us to lean into our emotions. People will be especially sensitive during this time. It's a perfect time to check in on our emotional health and practice self-compassion.
The name “Cold Moon” comes from the Mohawk people. This name describes the low temperatures as Mother Nature goes into hibernation.
Other names for the Cold Moon are: Long Night’s Moon, Drift Clearing Moon (Cree), Frost Exploding Trees Moon (Cree), Hoar Frost Moon (Cree), Little Spirit Moon (Anishinabe), Mid-Winter Moon, Moon of the Popping Trees (Oglala), Snow Moon (Haida and Cherokee), Winter Maker Moon (Abenaki). December is a time of profound transformation and quiet beauty. It’s a time to reconnect with the earth, step outside, feel the crisp cool air, and notice the silence to bring you back to the simple truths of yourself and nature.
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