Wearing black or other dark colors will have the opposite effect on the Moon’s energy, so stick to whites and brights when you’re planning your outfits. [4] X Research source Transparent, bluish-white represents the planet Venus. Wear really solid whites, like clouds or snow, to make sure you’re channeling the Moon specifically.

Silver is the metal of the moon. If you don’t own any pearls, put on silver jewelry and accessories for good luck.

If you’re suffering from nightmares, leave a glass of milk by your bed overnight and then pour it over the roots of a giant tree in the morning.

If you need to enter or cross a river, put your hand in the water to show your respect and good intentions before going in.

Make your donations more powerful by giving on Mondays. If you’re donating to a spiritual or religious place, give white clothes or a silver idol to bring the Moon’s energy into the temple. [9] X Research source To remedy a personal problem caused by an afflicted (malefic) Moon, donate white rice to charity in an amount equal to your own weight. [10] X Research source

Add a dash of pepper to your meals to stop coughs and improve your memory. Store your pepper on a dining table in a copper container. [12] X Research source Comfrey root, solomon’s seal, musali, and shatavari are all herbs of the Moon. Use them to make dishes or teas to increase the Moon’s positive power in your horoscope. [13] X Research source

If you have to eat something during the daytime, make sure it is a white food (but no salt). Ask your doctor or a healthcare professional about fasting if you’re worried it will negatively impact your health.

For faster results, recite the mantra with a rosary of pearl or sandalwood.

Meditate in silence, or try chanting a Moon Mantra or prayer to Lord Shiva for the strongest connection to the Moon. Reflect on your emotional needs while you meditate as a form of self-care. The Moon controls your inner emotions and will help you find balance and solutions to any inner turmoil. [17] X Research source

If you’re dining with your mother, eat with your own hands. Bad luck will follow if you let your mother feed you instead of accepting the Moon’s nourishing food directly. [19] X Research source

To strengthen your Shiv Chalisa, look at a picture of Shiva while you speak and try to be as focused and sincere as possible.