Full Moon nights at Cabo Velas, Guanacaste!

January just had the first full moon of the year, the “Wolf Moon” as Native North Americans named it. They gave names to each of the full moons to keep track of the passing year. This name was given because one could listen to the herds of wolves howling at the outskirts of Indian villages during the cold and snowy winters. Many cultures still celebrate special holidays according to the lunar calendar. For Latin-American Natives the moon represents a protecting goddess of women.

The Full moon in general represents the harvest of intentions that you planted during the new moon. In other worlds a culmination of energy, completion, liberation and detaching from the old, to be ready and start a whole new cycle. For centuries, cultures all around the world have come up with great stories and practice ceremonies on full moon nights.

It has been said that the full moon increases psychic and emotional sensitivity in us, developing into unexpected effects on our behavior. Indeed, emergency rooms during these nights get quite busy, sometimes even rising their demand on staff to attend all the cases. In Cabo Velas during the Full Moon the pollution increase with spiritually minded people.

On January 12th, a Full Moon Ceremony took place in Potrero Village, a mix of Kundaliny Yoga, breath work and chanting power mantras was performed with the intention of cleansing the energy of each one participating in the event. From the moment, stepping outside one could sense the Nayuribe orchid’s scent in the air. This is a famous flower that grows in the area and you can appreciate its particular scent. It smells most on full moon nights, which makes the experience even more mystical. This scent is so subtle and wild that Native North Pacific Costa Ricans, the Chorotegas named one of their goddess after it.

When laying down on the grass the energy of the Earth could be felt emanating from the ground into one’s body, intertwining with the energy of the full moon, cleansing and energizing soul and body. It is true that the full moon can make you feel overwhelmed having to deal with the intense energies that come up. Never the less being so close to the vast expanses of the ocean and grounding energy of the surroundings would lead you to an effortless appreciation of the gifts that the full moon gives.

Cabo Velas area is not only a perfect holiday spot, with bright sunny days, beautiful beaches, and all kinds of activities to experience; but also a great place for relaxation and finding that special place that will expand your mind and connect you with nature. Every month the full moon will gather all kinds of people from different corners of the local community and the world, who are attracted by these interesting spiritual ceremonies. I personally encourage everyone around this area to make themselves feel home and integrate in these delightful gatherings.