Spring Equinox

On September 22, 2023, we will happily celebrate the Day of Spring Equinox. This Equinox is a celestial event that marks the beginning of spring in the Southern Hemisphere and the start of fall in the Northern Hemisphere. It occurs when the Sun crosses the celestial equator,an imaginary line in the sky located directly above the Earth's equator, and the day is equal in length to the night.

There are many ways to celebrate and honor the Equinox. Here are a few suggestions:

Connecting with nature can have a profound impact on physical and mental health, as well as overall well-being. Spend time outdoors and connect with the natural world. Take a walk in the park, plant flowers, or go for a hike. Express your connection to nature through painting, photography, or other forms of art. Try new activities such as gardening, bird-watching, or rock climbing.

Write down your gratitude list, and express appreciation for the people in your life, either through verbal expressions or thoughtful gestures. Set an intention to focus on gratitude each morning and continue to reflect on it throughout the day.

The Spring Equinox is a good time to cleanse your physical, emotional, and spiritual space. Re-decorate your sacred space: decorate it with spring flowers, candles and ribbons. Declutter your home, meditate, or take a cleansing or purifying bath.

Use the Spring Equinox as an opportunity to set new goals and intentions for the upcoming season. This year the day of the equinox coincides with the New Moon, so the magical power of the day is doubled. Take some time to reflect on the previous year and write down your goals and steps to achieve them.

Gather with friends and family to celebrate the arrival of spring. Have a picnic, plant a garden, or host a spring-themed party. Give each other small gifts, have a heart-to-heart talk, and have fun.

Many cultures have traditional celebrations for the Spring Equinox. Visit a local celebration or participate in a community-wide event to connect with others and celebrate the season. Consider attending a pagan or Wiccan ceremony, or participating in a native celebration. We've prepared meditations that will help you practice gratitude and visualize your happy spring season. And also, we're attaching a series of yoga exercises called Surya Namaskar - "Greetings to the Sun" and Chandra Namaskar - "Greetings to the Moon" - since day is now equal to night, you can do both on the day of the equinox. Remember, the most important thing is to celebrate the Spring Equinox in a way that resonates with you and feels meaningful to you. Whether you choose to spend time in solitude or with others, the Spring Equinox is the time to celebrate new beginnings, growth, and renewal.