Connecting to the seasons and natural rhythms of the earth offers us a path to spiritual wisdom and a sense of groundedness and peace. Remembering that we are created from the same elements as earth and stardust helps us connect to the Divine within and recognize our place in the boundless web of life. Embracing the energy of Springtime can be a catalyst for nurturing our own growth.
The spring equinox, when day and night are equal lengths, is a time of balance, renewal, and welcoming new life into the world. Depending on where you are on the planet it can be a time to notice the sap flowing, the ice breaking up and the buds swelling to prepare to burst forth into the healing green and colors of spring. We can take time to pause and honor the places in ourselves that still long for the inward contemplativeness of winter and the parts of us that are ready to blossom forth with new growth and purpose. These are Lynn Unger’s words from her poem, Camas Lilies.
“And you — what of your rushed and
useful life? Imagine setting it all down —
papers, plans, appointments, everything,
leaving only a note: “Gone to the fields
to be lovely. Be back when I’m through
with blooming.”
Let’s take time to drink in this spring energy with a sense of joyfulness and celebration. Allowing ourselves to explore the places in ourselves that want to burst forth, be lovely, and revel in place in the Divine creation. Spring is a time of hope and renewal, a time to celebrate the beauty and sweetness of life.
NANCY PHILLIPS is an herbalist, holistic health coach, yoga/Ayurveda instructor, and small-scale farmer. She delights in supporting people on their path to finding more peace, joy, and vitality. Her heart’s desire is to support people in connecting more deeply to the Divine within and without. She and her husband, Michael, have lovingly tended Heartsong Farm & Wellness Center, an herb farm, organic apple orchard, and educational center for over 30 years. She and Michael co-authored The Herbalist Way: The Art and Practice of Healing with Plant Medicines. Nancy offers consultations, workshops, grower’s intensives, and healing retreats at their farm in Northern NH.
Visit Nancy at https://HeartsongFarmWellness.com or email her at HeartsongFarmWellness@gmail.com