As we near the end of another year, it's natural to reflect on all that has passed. 

The cold moon is due very soon, which brings with it the perfect time to set your intentions for the future. So this year, we advise you do your reflections with the cold moon, and the wider impact of the stars and astrology, in mind.

GLAMOUR spoke to Noura Bourni – astrologist and astrological guide for the Saturn Returns Podcast with Caggie Dunlop – and got the complete lowdown on the cold moon, what it is and how it brings with it a new phase for us, spiritually.

What is the cold moon?

The Cold Moon is the first full moon in December – this year, it will fall on Wednesday 7 December.

Why is it called the cold moon?

“It’s called the cold moon because in the northern hemisphere we’re either a few weeks away from winter or have just entered it, thus it introduces the coldest months of the year,” Noura says.

Astrologers also say that the cold moon's name is taken from Native American culture, and reflects changes in the natural world. When we reach the cold moon, we can rest assured that we have also reached the midpoint of winter and the darkest point of the season, and things will get brighter from here on in, which is super exciting.