Autumn Equinox astronomically takes place the evening of Sept 22 to 23rd.
Plan to slow down, celebrate and create ritual to reflect personally and set intention for this transition into a new season, and the Yin time of year here in the Northern Hemisphere.
Embracing this still point of light and dark - we can observe with clarity, the result of decisions past + present. It is at the equinox, we can simultaneously come to recognize that in wake of each choice, something inevitably lingers, a poignant reminder of the power we have as creators, and our ability to work with these seasonal energetics.
The past creates the future, so we give thanks to light for illuminating a path of radical accountability, gratitude and respect for our misteps here to initiate us into great maturity.
A new respect for autonomy will allow us to forge the kind of relationships that are most fulfilling and nuture us in times of challenge. This is a time to re-harmonize all our relations.
Below you’ll find my equinox contemplations; and a playlist. Reflect, journal or take this inquiry into deeper meditations+/or practices heading toward the weekend.
I’ll be offering these inquiries in-person this evening (in my last email I accidently said tomorrow… 🙃) for an AUTUMN EQUINOX CEREMONY at Hastings Mill Park, with Mara Branscombe and myself.
If you are in the Vancouver, BC area you are most welcome, so please find your way to us for 6:30 PM, we are gathering outside. Arrive and co-create a fall altar with us, then share in a community practice of movement, breath + ritual. Bring a mat, wear something cozy (it’s near the ocean, and the September chill has been setting in…) optional offerings for the altar. Event is by donation, suggested $20.
EQUINOX INQUIRY
Reflect on how you are feeling at this point within the wheel of the year - get an inspirational playlist here
Can you bring acceptance to anything that feels out of balance?
What blossomed for you in the spring/summer?
what discoveries did you unearth?
Which ones require deeper contemplation.
Which ones call for celebration, delight + reverence?
What can die + decompose ?
What do you want to nourish + cultivate so it can blossom next spring?
What reserves/resources can I bring with me now? (Inspiration)
Describe your inner energy right now.
What activities feel nourishing to you?
🍂 May the symphony of existence harmonize with your soul's song 🍂
Love SJ