I honor the balance between light and dark, finding harmony within myself.
As the wheel of the year turns, the Autumn Equinox is upon us—a sacred moment of balance where day and night, light and dark, are in perfect harmony. This time of year marks the midpoint between the warmth of summer and the stillness of winter, a liminal space where we pause, reflect, and honor both what we’ve harvested and what we are yet to undertake as we progess towards the next season.
The Equinox invites us to embrace the dance between opposites: abundance and release, growth and introspection, light and shadow. Just as nature prepares to rest, we, too, are called to reflect on the seeds we’ve sown and the fruits they’ve borne. What have you nurtured this year that is now ready for harvest? What can you release to make room for new growth?
Harvest and Reflection This is the time to celebrate your personal harvest—whether it's a project, relationship, or internal growth. Just as the Earth gives its final yields before winter, we, too, can honor the efforts we’ve made and the lessons we’ve learned. But with this abundance also comes the wisdom to know what no longer serves us. The Equinox is a powerful reminder that in order to receive, we must also release. What beliefs, habits, or patterns can you let go of as you transition into this new season?
Embracing the Darkness Autumn also invites us to embrace the coming darkness—not as something to fear, but as fertile ground for reflection and transformation. The shorter days and longer nights provide the perfect backdrop for deep reflection and inner work. What within you needs healing or nurturing? What parts of yourself are you ready to bring into the light?
Liminal spaces, act as thresholds between worlds, holding immense power for transformation. Trust in the cycles of nature and the wisdom within you—just as the Earth knows when to shed, rest, and grow, so do you.
The Autumn Equinox is a powerful opportunity to realign, balance, and embrace both the bounty and the shadows within and around us. Take time to honor this sacred turning of the wheel, reflect on your journey, and prepare for the season ahead.
Wishing you a grounded, abundant, and introspective Equinox.
Correspondences:
To help you align more deeply with the energy of the season, here are some elemental and seasonal correspondences, along with crystal and herb recommendations to support your journey through the Equinox.
Element: Earth (grounding, stability, abundance)
Colors:
- Deep reds
- oranges
- yellows
- browns
- golds
Crystals:
- Smoky Quartz (grounding, letting go of negative energies)
- Citrine (abundance, joy, and manifestation)
- Carnelian (courage, vitality, creativity)
Herbs And Plant Allies
- Sage (cleansing and protection)
- Rosemary (mental clarity and remembrance)
- Mugwort (intuition and dreamwork)
- Flowers: Marigold, chrysanthemum
Essential Oils:
- Cedarwood
- Patchouli
- Cinnamon
Tarot Card for the Autumn Equinox:
The Hermit – A card that speaks to introspection, inner guidance, and the wisdom we uncover in moments of solitude. As the Earth slows down, so do we. The Hermit reminds us to turn inward and seek the answers that lie within our own soul. This is a time to trust your inner light and allow it to guide you through the darker season ahead.
Journal Prompts / Tarot Questions:
1. What have I successfully nurtured and brought to fruition this year? How can I celebrate and honor that?
2. What am I ready to release as I prepare for the next cycle of growth?
3. What areas of my life are seeking balance? Where can I invite more harmony?
4. As the days grow shorter, what inner work or healing am I called to focus on?
5. How can I embrace both my light and my shadow in this season of introspection?