In astrology, the Sun symbolizes our conscious awareness, the Moon our subconscious. When these two celestial bodies come together, which occurs during a new moon, we get a chance to align both aspects of ourselves. Sleep is a way of surrendering to our subconscious.

The Gravitational Pull It’s thought that at the New Moon and Full Moon, like the tides, our emotions are pulled to the surface and feelings are heightened. What the science says: some researchers theorize that humans are reacting to subtle changes in the Earth’s magnetic field that occur with the Moon phases.

New Moons Can Make You Feel More Introspective According to astrology, new moons are times of natural introspection, during which we’re inclined to retreat into our emotions and reflect on our feelings.

27 in Science Advances, scientists at the University of Washington, the National University of Quilmes in Argentina and Yale University report that sleep cycles in people oscillate during the 29.5-day lunar cycle: In the days leading up to a full moon, people go to sleep later in the evening and sleep for shorter …

Scientists have long understood that human activity is facilitated by light, be it sunlight, moonlight or artificial light. But a study suggests our ability to sleep is distinctly affected by the lunar cycle, even when taking into account artificial sources of light. They found the same oscillations in sleep patterns.

The Moon gets its light from the Sun. In the same way that the Sun illuminates Earth, the Moon reflects the Sun’s light, making it appear bright in our sky.

Being exposed to bright lights in the evening or too little light during the day can disrupt the body’s normal melatonin cycles.

What Should I Do If I Can’t Sleep?

1. Start by trying to take your mind off any racing thoughts. Picture a relaxing scene that involves sleep and build that scene in your mind.
2. If that doesn’t work and you’re still wide awake, try getting up for a short time.
3. Avoid technology, like phones, computers, or TV.

20 Simple Tips That Help You Fall Asleep Quickly

1. Lower the temperature.
2. Use the 4-7-8 breathing method.
3. Get on a schedule.
4. Experience both daylight and darkness.
5. Practice yoga, meditation, and mindfulness.
6. Avoid looking at your clock.
7. Avoid naps during the day.
8. Watch what and when you eat.

1. Breathe with your mind.

1. Place the tip of your tongue against the ridge behind your upper teeth throughout the exercise (inhaling and exhaling).
2. Exhale completely via your mouth, making a “whooshing” sound.
3. 4: Now, close your mouth and inhale through your nose to a count of four.
4. 7: Hold your breath for seven counts.

The longest recorded time without sleep is approximately 264 hours, or just over 11 consecutive days. Although it’s unclear exactly how long humans can survive without sleep, it isn’t long before the effects of sleep deprivation start to show. After only three or four nights without sleep, you can start to hallucinate.