Women and the Moon

You might have heard that the 28-day cycle of your body is highly connected with the cycle of the moon. In the days before light pollution and electricity, many people attest to the theory that the bodies of women were heavily influenced by the light of the moon.

A connection between our hormones and the moonlight, you may ask? No, it's not impossible! We all know that light has a profound impact on plants and animals, and the same goes for human bodies. Back in the days when artificial light was non-existent, women usually cycled together. The reverence of the moon seemed to transcend all cultures and religions. In fact, for as long as women have been getting their periods, there have been countless stories surrounding the connection between women and the moon.

Even the etymology between our cycles and the moon is related. The words for moon, month, and menses all derive from the root "mens"!

Modern science has since rejected these cultural claims, but some questions still remain. Those who still adhere to the belief that the moon influences menstruation point out that the moon is no longer a significant source of light in urban areas. In fact, women who work during night shifts often experience irregular cycles because they are exposed to overly strong artificial light during the night hours. Light and darkness might very well have a significant impact on human physiology; the menstrual cycle, in particular. Many different cultures and traditions have associated the cycles of the moon with the human lifecycle from birth to death.

Every person is different, so pay attention to the moon to see where you lie on the spectrum!