The face of the Moon is in a continual state of change, and change is the only evidence of life. The shifting shadows on the white disc mirror patterns of development from life to death, as virtually all living things have a beginning, a middle, and an end.
The changing moon phases signaled to human ancestors when to plant, and when to reap, marked the passing of seasonal cycles, and mysteriously monitored the growth patterns of the mineral, vegetable, and animal kingdoms.
These measured movements determined the rhythm of the tides, shellfish activity and marine life, and the surface tension of all fluids on the planet, including the enigma of human behavior.
Mother Nature’s Time Keeper
The phases of the Moon pull the trigger on timing the events that define the ebb and flow of life. They can only be observed through the reflection of the Sun, and, since it is the nature of the Sun to shine with a fierce light, we can easily become blinded by it. To observe the Moon‘s phases is to partake in the ritual of reflection. With sunshine being too bright to comfortably observe with the naked eye, the best way to view celestial light is from the reflection of the Moon.
Despite the fact that the Sun is 400 times larger than the Moon, the Moon is 400 times closer to the Earth. Primitive peoples knew it was a powerful mirror of their earthly experience and behavior, and thus began to record the occurrences of the changes, or phases, which happened eight times during each cycle.
Some of humankind’s earliest etchings on rocks discovered on archaeological sites worldwide are the recordings of the Moon phases. As the phases repeated themselves without fail over time, the lunar calendar was formulated, and life on earth responded accordingly. Thus it is in harmony with nature to implement a plan for success in any undertaking with the lunar cycles described below:
Timing Success with the Lunar Planning Guide
Each Moon phase last three and one half days. Streamline your schedule or business plan to maximize the final outcome of the project at hand using Mother Nature's measurements.
- The first waxing phase is the New Moon, when darkness reigns. Living organisms have no magnetic field to guide them. Instinct is the only guide. Begin any new project, whether planting seeds or launching a business plan.
- The next phase is the Crescent Moon. Seeds or ideas sprout according to conditions.
- The Half Moon phase requires action to seize opportunity, prune accordingly and seek guidance.
- The Gibbous Moon. The plant or project is ready to bloom, but requires suitable conditions. Reassess, clarify and revise if necessary.
- The Full Moon symbolizes earthly activity in full bloom. Results manifest for better or worse.
- Disseminating Moon. First waning phase. Troubleshoot for flaws, cultivate, harvest and distribute your product in the marketplace.
- Last Quarter Moon represents the final tally sheet for the original product and potential profit or loss.
- Balsamic Moon. Closing down. Winterize the field, clear the desk, and withdraw until next growing season.
Nature is the highest order and thus the human's greatest ally. Working against it is counterproductive. Plan your work and work your plan using the Moon Phases, and May the moonlight be with you!
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