Here in the Northern Hemisphere, on March 20th/21st 2022 we welcome the fresh energies of Ostara, the Spring Equinox, and the first day of Spring!
In the Southern Hemisphere, of course, this time of year marks the first day of Autumn.
The Equinox is what happens when the sun crosses the celestial equator, making day and night the same length – hence the word equinox which means equal night in Latin.
This balance between light and dark, feminine and masculine, yin and yang, day and night infuses us with its energy and signifies an important moment for us to honor the balance in our own lives, before taking a giant leap forward into Spring and the increasing daylight.
Think of the March Equinox kind of like a huge moment to pause.
A breath between breaths.
A moment of reflection before we step into the energy of new beginnings feeling refreshed, renewed, and recharged.
In ancient cultures more connected to the seasons and changes of the Earth, the energies of the Equinox were celebrated as a magical time.
Harmony bathed the planet and all humans could step into an embodiment of that equal balance between light and dark.
The day of the Equinox was seen to be a moment in time where the veil between worlds was thin and the earthly realms and the higher realms could be easily crossed.
A time to connect to our ancestors and hear their wisdom, perhaps feeling the support and love of our guides, and following the signs of the Universe.
We can harness that energy today too, in 2022!
Another great aspect of this current Equinox is that there are a total of zero planets in retrograde right now!
That means that the cosmic energy surrounding us is all about moving forward, taking confident, purposeful steps towards your destiny, and making excellent progress.
All of this planetary energy means that the Spring Equinox is a hugely powerful time for balance, new beginnings, renewed energy, and clarity.
The return to light is like a chance to wipe the slate clean and begin again.
Let go and release all fears, negative patterns, and anxieties, and step into a new, powerful energy of creation and manifestation.
How can you harness and channel all that energy in your everyday life?
Read on for my top tips for a Balanced Spring Equinox ready for new beginnings!
Clear Out your House:
A perfect time to cleanse your home of stale energy by removing old possessions and doing a thorough clean.
Bring Spring into your space with flowers, herbs, essential oils and bowls of fresh fruit.
When you tell the Universe you are willing to let go of the old you make space for it to bless you with new gifts.
The Universe always rewards action!
Change your Morning Routine:
Step out of the old and into the new with practical changes.
Set your alarm ten minutes earlier to meditate. Make a fresh juice and do ten sun salutations.
Write some thoughts in your journal or dream diary – just making even the smallest of changes to your normal routine will bring positive energy to your day.
You are showing the Universe that you are not afraid of changing your perspective and doing something good for yourself!
Bring Balance to your Life:
Pick out your top priority for each day and make sure you have scheduled in time to move it forward in some way, even if you only have five minutes to spare in your busy schedule.
When you do this you are showing the Universe what you value and what’s important to you.
You don’t compromise on your dreams, even when your plate is full.
The universe will see that and reward you for your commitments!
Get Out in Nature:
Show Mother Earth how much you appreciate and cherish her beauty by spending time outside.
Celebrate the renewal you see in the world around you and align yourself with it by simply bathing yourself with its presence.
Stand barefoot on the earth, plant herbs and flowers, observe the birds and the butterflies of Spring.
Be near natural sources of water, or around trees.
Whatever you have in your vicinity, take advantage of it to soothe your soul and raise your vibration.
Focus Your Mind on Your Dreams:
Train your mind to be disciplined and make sure that your energy is firmly focused on your dreams.
Universal energies are all about tapping into your innate creativity right now, so use that push to really narrow your attention towards your passions.
Don’t allow self-sabotaging thoughts or negative patterns to overtake your brain.
Work on bringing your attention back to positive, exciting, and inspirational thoughts, feelings, and emotions.
Remember your dreams every single day and don’t allow anything or anyone to dissuade you from believing they can come true.
The March Equinox is all about stepping into a new sense of self, balanced, renewed and refreshed.
If you follow my tips above or incorporate your own ways of bringing fresh energy and balance to your life, you will raise your energetic frequency and point of attraction to align your soul with all that you desire to manifest.
Finally – if you want a special way to celebrate the March Equinox with your very own spiritual ritual, you can do the following:
Light two Candles (to represent the day and night balance) and repeat the Affirmation/ mantra below:
“I am balanced. I am whole. I radiate peace.”
“I radiate wisdom, beauty, and love. I listen to my intuition and the wisdom of the universe.”
“I honor the Earth and the Sun and the Moon and I am present in my life to receive the blessings of this human experience.”
Happy Spring Equinox!