I encourage you to print out the full version of the poem to recite as you practice the series. It reminds us of our own power and the deep connection we have to all living creatures.
The meditation that Laura originally created for the series is full of the power of the goddess and mother earth.
The days just before and after ovulation are high energy, lots of action and interaction days. The Full Moon is associated with ovulation. In other systems of yoga, you alter your practice during your menses to honour this period of cleansing and to prevent injury in the body.īefore the advances of electricity, lights and central heating women’s menstrual cycles would sync to the rhythm of the moon. In the Ashtanga yoga lineage there is a ritual during the full and new moon periods of suspending your normal yoga practice for something a little softer – perhaps going deeper into poses. Practising the Moon Salutation yoga sequence is a wonderful way to start connecting and honouring nature’s rhythms. There are many different moon salutation flows and sequences however I favour this one as it is not simply a variation on the sun salutation but a complete counter series of poses that was designed to honour the feminine nature just as the sun salutation honours our more masculine strength and power. The Tradition of Moon Salutation Yoga Sequence There are many variations of the Moon Salutation yoga sequence but this is my favourite version that has a meditation that you say along with the poses for an even deeper connection and sense of empowerment. On these days I turn to the Moon Salutation instead. Some days I need something softer, gentler, something even deeper. While I love the strength and familiarity of the Sun Salutation there are days it’s just not what my body needs. I know… not very yogic of me and I haven’t actually screamed. Ever have those days when you think you might scream if the instructor leads you through another Sun Salutation? Or is that just me?