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The Fall Equinox marks the start of the autumnal season! It is a day in which there are equal amounts of day and night. It usually falls on or within a few days of September 21 in the Northern Hemisphere. From that point onward, nights will grow longer, and days will grow shorter. In spirituality, this is also when the veil between the worlds of the living and dead begins to thin, marking a time of year when contact between these two sides becomes easier and more frequent.
Fall Equinox rituals are a great way to welcome the season, set your intentions, and get in tune with the energies around you. You can also utilize these Autumn Equinox rituals to deepen your connection to your community, whether that be the humans around you — your friends, family, and neighbors — or the natural world, such as the elements, plants, and animals in your vicinity.
When choosing a Fall Equinox ritual, remember that intention is the most critical part. All other details are flexible. Hosting a big gathering can be just as potent a ritual as doing something alone in the comfort of your bedroom. Let your intuition guide you toward the ritual format that suits you best.
Fall Equinox Ritual 1: Gather Around an Evening Fire
One of the central themes of the Fall Equinox is appreciating the balance between light and dark, as this is the day when daytime and nighttime are equal. Thus, building a fire as the day closes and gathering around it, either with others or simply with your thoughts, is a poignant way to celebrate this day. If you have a fire pit, this may be a wonderful time to take advantage of it, but this ritual can be done with a candle as well. Either way, make sure to take proper precautions and extinguish any flames when you’re done.
However you choose to engage in this ritual, make it a point to take some time to appreciate the light of the fire in contrast with the darkness or coming darkness around it. What do you notice about each? What do you notice about their relationship?
Administrative note: please take proper precaution around the fire — even if it is only a candle — and be sure to fully extinguish it before closing your ritual.
Some details to consider as you structure your ritual:
What you burn. If you’re burning wood in a fire pit, consider something local, something you or your family or your community has chopped, or maybe something sourced from your favorite local business. If you’re using a candle, consider using one scented with an oil or herb that is spiritually or personally significant.
Where will you build your fire? It is important to prioritize fire safety when choosing a location. In addition to safety, ask yourself about the meaning of the location you select.
Are you interested in cultivating the social aspect(s) of this ritual? If so, consider inviting your community members who may find this meaningful and/or help you to focus on this theme of balance.
Is there a seasonal meal or beverage you can enjoy around your fire? This can help you ground yourself in the energy of the coming autumn.
Another meaningful way to celebrate this time is to invite your community to share in a meal that incorporates seasonal produce and food. This ritual highlights the Fall Equinox theme of honoring the bounty of the harvest. You could ask each guest to bring a dish to create a potluck-style meal or you could cook the whole thing yourself, if you feel so called.
Some details to consider as you structure your ritual:
Offering a toast or blessing that highlights the themes of the seasonal shift and celebrates the bountiful harvest that is present in your meal.
Seasonal ambience. You can be as detailed or laidback as appeals to you. Some elements to consider: dishes, cutlery, napkins, table cloths, candles, and music.
Gratitude is another centerpiece of the Autumn Equinox — and a powerful way to show gratitude is to share your abundance with others. This is a meaningful time to go through your canned and dry goods and/or the extra harvest from your garden and bring it to a local food pantry so that others can benefit from your abundance. Giving back to your community is a deep way to ground yourself in the blessings that have come to you and share them with others who are in need.
Some details to consider as you structure your ritual:
Research. Does your local food pantry have guidelines for donations? Or are they particularly in need of certain items? Find these answers before gathering your donation together.
Can you invite others to join you? Consider spreading the word about your ritual and asking if anyone else would like to participate.
Ways to make this feel intentional and ground you in the present. Consider playing music while gathering your donation and/or delivering it to the food pantry. Talk to your family about the abundance you have and the importance of sharing it as you gather your donation and/or deliver it.
Would it feel meaningful to you to write a note of gratitude to the food pantry staff? Those who work at food pantries are often underappreciated and are sometimes volunteers. Taking a few extra minutes to write them a note of thanks that accompanies your donation is a thoughtful way to underscore this theme of gratitude.
If you’re in more of a solitary headspace at this time, you can opt for a ritual that brings your attention inward. Journaling is a useful practice for another key area of focus during the Fall Equinox: reflection. Reflect upon the past year of your life and the relevance of the other key themes of the Fall Equinox: the balance between light and dark, appreciation for the bounty of the season, and gratitude. Highlight any patterns you notice or commitments you want to make.
Some details to consider as you structure your ritual:
Select a location that is conducive to thought. Choose somewhere you can sit comfortably and without interruption, if possible.
Make an intentional decision about your journaling method — do you do your best thinking aloud, in a voice note, when writing by hand, or when typing?
Are there any clothes that you’d like to wear that feel meaningful to the theme of reflection or the change of season?
Set the scene in a way that feels significant to you. Some elements to consider: candles, incense, lighting, and music.
Is there anyone who has passed on into the next realm that you’d like to write to? This is a good time to share your messages with the ancestors in your life, as the veil becomes thinner.
The Fall Equinox marks the end of summer and the beginning of fall. It is a day of balance between sunshine and night. We are called to ground ourselves into gratitude, reflection, this relationship between dark and light, and the abundance of the season’s harvest. Choosing a ritual to mark this seasonal shift is a helpful way to bring yourself into alignment with the themes of the holiday.
For help figuring out the best Fall Equinox ritual based on your needs, or for help tapping into the energies of this transit more deeply, consider speaking with a professional Astrology or Life Path Psychic for insight.
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