Beloved,
Fall Equinox has arrived, and we release the Summer as we transition into a new season. (Spring Equinox for those in the Southern Hemisphere.) These powerful cycles of Nature remind of us the continuous change that is inherent for all of life. Change is ever-present in our bodies, our relationships, our surroundings, our planet, our sky, our well-being, our work, our thoughts, our feelings. We experience change in every breath and every step we take every single moment of our lives.
These seasonal markers of changing cycles serve to remind us to slow down and be present with what has come before as we position ourselves to begin a new journey. On the Equinox and Solstice days, we are invited to pause and reflect on the season that has just completed. We are asked to honor all that was experienced and which has brought us into a new cycle. No matter what Summer may have been for you, it has brought you to where you are now and Fall presents you with new energy and new opportunity for change. You are greatly supported by these cosmic energies in your journey of transformation.
The Fall Equinox is a sacred day of balance. Occurring September 23rd at 12:50am PDT, is a time of equal day and equal night. The Equinox helps us to acknowledge the necessity of polarity in this reality: Day/Night, Birth/Death, Light/Dark, Self/Other, Above/Below, Feminine/Masculine and so on. For a new season to be birthed, another season must die, and while the polarities are opposite, they hold each other in balance as one serves its function that wouldn’t exist without the other.
Fall Equinox is activated by the Sun moving into the sign of Libra. This graceful air sign holds the energy of balance. Libra is represented as the scales in the zodiac. It is the embodiment of grace and harmony. This focus of balance draws our awareness to where we may bring more balance into our lives. Libra looks to our relationships with others and with the self. It is a powerful time to release and shed what is out of balance and what no longer serves from the last season, clearing the path for new beginnings and new opportunities.
We come into balance by aligning ourselves with these natural cycles.
Take time today or in the next day or two to honor this seasonal passage and nurture your relationship to yourself. Find your balance and peace within by attuning yourself with the energy of Fall Equinox, blessing the season ahead in the best possible way.
I’ve created some points of inspiration for you to create sacred energy around Fall Equinox and all it represents.
WAYS TO HONOR THE EQUINOX:
Create an altar for Fall: Set your intentions for the season ahead by creating an altar in your home. Use objects that hold the energy of Fall: flowers, apples, fallen leaves, etc. Incorporate any special objects that hold the energy of balance, peace, and harmony. Include objects that reflect what you are calling in for this season. Make it beautiful and something you’ll love to see everyday. Light a candle on your altar daily to keep it energized.
Plan a cleanse: Scheduling a period of time to cleanse is greatly supported during seasonal shifts. It’s a powerful way to release old energy, toxicity, and stagnation accumulated from the previous season and helps bring your system into balance and harmony. This could look different for everyone depending on your personal needs, though some ideas are juice cleansing, water fasting, kitchari cleansing, a liver cleanse, a sugar detox, etc. Even one day of intentional cleansing would be a wonderful way to sync yourself with the energy of Fall Equinox. (Consider scheduling a session with me if you need guidance in this way!)
Take a Sunset walk in nature: Experience the balance of light and dark by taking a walk in nature close to Sunset, connecting to the Earth either alone or with one other person. Feel your balance as you walk, in motion with the energy of change, while being supported and connected to the Earth. Let yourself be in nature and part of the shift from light into darkness after the Sun has set. Let this be a time of quiet inner reflection and peace.
Make a meal with loved ones: Celebrate the seasonal shift by creating a meal with friends and family with Fall produce as your inspiration. Have fun with others, sharing this sacred time in joy, peace, and harmony.
Clean your home: Tend to your space with the intention of clearing away energy of the last season. Any stagnation or negativity from the past can be literally swept away with a broom, helping you to begin the season feeling fresh, clear, and present. Your space reflects the energy within you. By cleaning your home, organizing, and releasing objects that don’t serve you anymore, you bring your relationship to your home into balance with where you are in present time. When you are complete clearing your space, be sure to activate the newly energized space by burning sacred smoke, incense, or lighting a new candle.
Perform the ritual below.
Join me in ceremony in Desert Hot Springs September 22nd at 5pm (email me for details), or look for local Equinox events in your area. Celebrate with community to fully receive the gifts of Fall!
FALL EQUINOX RITUAL:
In a quiet space, have two pieces of paper and a pencil with you. Light a candle that’s within eyesight. Have a small fireproof bowl nearby.
Take a few moments with eyes closed to reflect on this past season. You might even reflect back to Spring Equinox, 6 months ago. Ask yourself what are the biggest lessons you’ve learned during this time. Ask yourself what you are ready to let go of now. Ask yourself what holds you back from your truth, your peace, your harmony.
Write down the things you are releasing on a piece of paper. Give yourself a moment to honor your experiences and all you have learned from them, and then offer the paper to your candle flame and place in the fireproof bowl. Watch the transformational energy of fire burn it away and release these things from the last season.
After the fire is gone, close your eyes again and ask yourself where you can come into greater balance, peace, and harmony in your life. Ask yourself what ways you can come into better relationship with yourself, and others. Ask yourself how you’d like to be in greatest service to the world in this next season.
Write down your intentions for the Fall Season on the second piece of paper. When you are complete, again offer this paper to the candle flame. Set it on fire holding the intention that the fire will transform your words into manifestation, and see the winds of Fall carry your words out into the world by the smoke of the fire flame.
Seal it by saying: And so it is. Blessed be!
FALL EQUINOX CEREMONY
Cacao + Voice Bath Ceremony
Sunday, September 22nd, 5pm
Desert Hot Springs, CA
In honor of the changing cycles, I am co-creating a powerful celebration of Fall Equinox with exquisite vocalist Odeya Nini. For the last several years, we have come together to create a sacred container for these powerful portals of seasonal change.If you are interested in joining our Cacao + Voice Bath Ceremony, email me for the full details and to RSVP!
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Thank you for being here. Thank you for your love and support, and for taking a moment to read my words during this most exciting and activating time of transformation on our beautiful planet. Yes, it's intense. Yes, it's uncharted territory. Yes, so much is coming up individually and collectively. But remember, it's truly a gift to be here at this time.
Blessings to a most harmonious new season for you. May receive the gifts that Fall has for you in the best possible way!
May every word of this letter bless you with love, peace, and joy.
And so it is. Blessed Be. Jai Ma.
Breathing in love, exhaling in gratitude,
Angela
Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu
~May all beings in the world be happy and free~