07/10/2025
Last night's full moon in a cloudy sky.
During the full moon, our energy moves the top of the head to one of the 16 Adharas, the Brahmarandhradhara. It's a good time for meditative activity. And though you may feel energetic, the energy can be a bit OTT, causing you to overdo. Some schools advocate not practising on the full moon for that reason. But I've been taught that a considered, softer practice is worthy.
Another consideration is that some women might be in their menstrual cycle at this time. The best thing to do during menstruation is less. You're already losing energy, so restorative approaches to postures is recommended.
Two excellent postures during menstruation - especially the first 3 or 4 days when the flow is heavy - are supported Supta Baddakonasana/Bhadrasana (lying back with soles of feet together) and a well supported Upa Vista Konasana (wide-legged forward fold). There's more detail in Emma Balnaves' Yoga For Women guide, available on the website.
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