Autumn Equinox

Autumn Equinox 

Autumn Equinox 20th September- 31st October
 
Autumn is a time of ripening and the beginning of maturity as we enter into an older phase of the life cycle. We gather the harvest of the year and reflect on the season behind us as we step into our strength, wiser and more confident of our abilities.
 
This time of high tides and abundant fruit reflects the life-giving properties of the experienced mature mother as she radiates vitality before retreating into her depths at Samhain. The male energy is also at his peak, mature, giving, and nurturing. He has nothing to prove for he also radiates an inner strength as the fruition of his life unfolds.
 
The guardian of this time is the fruiting Elder that can cure ailments and guide you at this time. She is the protector of the land, the animals and the mind. A powerful symbol of strength and wisdom.
 Use this time to truly acknowledge all you have achieved this year and in your life.
​Be at ease, confident in your abilities and allowing them to nurture and aid a new generation.

This is a good time in the words of Sir Walter Scott ( 1759-1796) -
 
​“To see the heath-flower withered on the hill,
To listen to the woods' expiring lay,
To note the red leaf shivering on the spray,
To mark the last bright tints the mountain stain,
On the waste fields to trace the gleaner's way ,
And moralise on mortal joy and pain.”

If you would like to learn more about the traditions of the land you may wish to enrol on our Woodland Bard Course.

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