Insomnia, anxiety, and nightmares: What will the new moon bring in June
For many people, the new moon has a special meaning. Some associate it with the beginning of a new life cycle, others use it as a kind of reference point for building new plans, and others fear deterioration of well-being, insomnia and anxiety. About when the new moon will come in June 2026 and what doctors say about the Moon's effect on health is in the Izvestia article.
When will the new moon be in June 2026: date and exact time
The new moon will come on June 15, 2026. The exact time of its start is 05:53 Moscow time.
During this period, the Moon is between the Earth and the Sun, so its illuminated side will not be visible from the planet. For observers, the satellite disappears completely from the sky. This phenomenon occurs approximately once every 29.5 days.
What is a new moon in simple terms?
The new Moon is one of the phases of the Moon in which the Earth's satellite practically does not reflect sunlight. From the point of view of astronomy, at this moment the ecliptic longitude of the Moon and the Sun coincide. In other words, the moon is between our planet and the Sun, which makes its illuminated side invisible from Earth.
In astrology, the new moon is often perceived as a time of renewal. However, from a scientific point of view, this is only the orbital position of a celestial body.
How the new moon can affect well-being and sleep
For a long time, people have attributed special properties to the phases of the moon, including those associated with changes in well-being. However, modern medicine does not find direct evidence of such an effect.
Pavel Khoroshev, a neurologist at the Military Medical Academy, told Izvestia that new moon headaches are caused by autosuggestion. According to him, there are no medical causes of pain due to the phases of the moon.
"Humans are very susceptible to global influences, including auto-suggestion. If a person often hears about the power of the Moon, new moon, and so on, then he begins to believe in it. There are no physical and physiological reasons for a person to feel better at the new moon, and there cannot be," the doctor emphasized.
At the same time, the neurologist noted that some people may actually sleep worse during the full moon. He finds an explanation in simple physiology: a little more light reflecting off the moon makes it difficult to fall asleep. The problem is easily solved by thick curtains.
Somnologist, Candidate of Medical Sciences Sofia Cherkasova also confirmed to Izvestia that there is no connection between the lunar cycle and nightmares and sleep disorders in evidence-based medicine.
"Some small scientific papers really conclude that sleep disorders and nightmares are associated with the lunar cycle. Moreover, this is not a cause-and-effect relationship, but simply a correlation. But most of the work does not find any interaction between these parameters," Cherkasova said.
Why do people complain of anxiety and fatigue during the new moon?
Some people associate the deterioration of well-being and fatigue during the new moon with changes in blood pressure. Cardiologist, Candidate of Medical Sciences Andrey Kondrakhin explained to Izvestia that the moon phase does not affect most people in any way.
"The phase of the moon doesn't matter at all to most people. The new moon and full moon have some effect on the body, but they do not cause an increase in blood pressure. It affects people with mental disorders, and people have increased bleeding during this period, so they try not to perform elective surgeries during the new moon," the cardiologist said.
According to the therapist, chief physician of the Rimmarita Preventive Medicine Clinic, Candidate of Medical Sciences Rimma Moisenko, the deterioration of well-being during the new moon is associated not so much with the Moon as with undiagnosed chronic diseases. According to her, if a person accurately attributed a bad condition to a certain phase, this may signal a latent pathology.
"In order to improve your health, you need to prevent any chronic diseases, be examined on time, and, whatever one may say, you need to modify your lifestyle, your way of thinking, and replenish the elements necessary for the body as prescribed by a doctor," she said.
What can and cannot be done during the new moon period
Cardiologist Kondrakhin recommended that if you feel unwell during the new moon, you should first consult a doctor.
"There is no meteorological dependence as a medical disease. This is a common concept among ordinary people. Such a condition always signals a latent disease and a lack of investigation, that is, a person has some kind of problem that clearly does not manifest itself. And any external change — climate, time zone, weather — provokes pathology, which is popularly referred to as "weather dependence." Therefore, all weather—dependent patients should contact specialists to find the root of the problem and treat it already," the cardiologist concluded.
In case of pressure spikes, the doctor advised to give up coffee, strong drinks and any stimulants, not to overload yourself with physical or intellectual work, and also not to disrupt the emotional background.
Therapist Moisenko added that if you feel unwell, you should not plan serious meetings or solve complex problems. It is better to postpone important things, as they can be associated with a serious deterioration in physical and psychosomatic health.
Signs and beliefs related to the June new moon
The new moon is not only an astronomical phenomenon, but also an important moment in folk traditions. This phase of the moon is associated with renewal and purification, so such days are considered favorable for planning. According to beliefs, what is conceived during the new moon can "grow" along with the Moon. It is also customary at this time to make wishes and conduct rituals to attract prosperity.
So, on the new moon, many people try not to leave their wallet empty, so as not to run out of money. And to attract prosperity, bay leaves, rice grains or a red note with a wish for financial well-being are placed on the bills. It is also believed that it is strictly forbidden to lend money or borrow money yourself during the new moon, as this can lead to financial losses for the next month.
The signs have not bypassed the sphere of personal relationships. A wedding performed on the new moon, according to beliefs, promises the spouses a happy and rich life. But it is not recommended to celebrate the wedding anniversary on this day — it portends discord. Unmarried girls should pay attention to birds: if a feathered guest flies onto the balcony on the new moon, this is considered a sure sign of an imminent marriage proposal.
There are also prohibitions related to the new moon. At this time, according to beliefs, you should not spend noisy holidays, go on long trips and take active action, since the energy of the Moon has not yet begun to grow and there is a risk of wasting your strength.
During this period, it is useful to make to-do lists and goals for the coming month, meditate, and perform cleansing procedures. The main thing is to mentally imagine the final result of your desires: the program laid down in the new moon, as the beliefs say, will be implemented throughout the lunar cycle.
How to survive the new moon without stress and overwork
To improve overall well-being during the new moon, therapist Rimma Moisenko recommended that you control the amount of fluid you take, walk more outdoors and go to bed on time.
"This is the base that allows a person to calm down, calm down and help to more easily endure any exacerbation that may occur at the level of the gastrointestinal tract, nervous system and all other systems," the doctor shared.
Patients with chronic diseases should have the necessary medications with them to mitigate a possible exacerbation. In addition, Moisenko advises to make up for the deficiency of magnesium, vitamins B and D — these elements, according to her, are in short supply among the majority of the population.
Cardiologist Kondrakhin emphasizes that if a person can afford to spend time generously during this period, avoiding overloads, this will be the best solution. A calm regime and the absence of stress will help the body to cope with any external changes more easily.
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