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New Moon Ritual: Mindful Practices and Community Connection

  • Roots & River Yoga 17 West Potomac Street Brunswick, MD, 21716 United States (map)

The Snow Moon is named for the time with the largest amount of snowfall in the northern hemisphere and some of the coldest days. This cycle invites us to linger in the pause as our roots continue to be nourished.

New Moon Rituals offer space to connect with the community, experience gentle movement, settle into meditation practices, and get clear on our intentions for the next lunar cycle. Each month's gathering offers gentle, accessible practices. Depending on the inspiration and energy, we will utilize practices like Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga, breathwork, Qi Gong, and/or other self-care rituals.

New moons remind us to check in with the parts of ourselves that are expanding and the areas of our lives that are experiencing new beginnings. In yogic philosophy, one big obstacle to letting go of suffering is what lives in our unconsciousness. As the new moon begins in darkness, we can use stillness, rest and meditation to explore the parts of us that are in the shadows to bring us into our own light.