The captivating scene of a Blue Moon has been a subject of interest since ancient times. Especially during the time when planetary movements were the source of defining important events. Since then the speculation about the full moon’s potential to influence human behavior has been around. As the rare phenomenon of a Blue Moon is about the light up the sky on August 30, let's see what the Blue Moon Effect has on human behavior.
A Blue Moon occurs when two full moons appear within a single calendar month, and that is what makes it rare. And contrary to the myth associated with its name, the Blue Moon doesn't emit blue rays. The term is used to describe the second full moon in a month.
The popular beliefs and folklore
If history were to be looked into, the lunar events have had their association with various cultural beliefs and superstitions. It is through the annals of history that one can determine the idea that a Blue Moon directly affects human behavior. Rooted deep in mythology and anecdotal accounts, there is no such scientific research proving it.
Scientific research and studies on moon effect
Over the years, there have been numerous scientific studies aiming to investigate the potential connection between lunar phases and human behavior. Some studies have established correlations between full moons and certain human behaviors. However, the results have often come out inconsistent lacking a clear cause-and-effect relationship.