Eclipse Season Reflection

Eclipses = Accelerated Change

Hello Friends! We find ourselves in a uniquely stimulating season. Can you sense it in the air? It's not merely because today, April 8th, marks the occasion of a total solar eclipse, but also because we are in the heart of high spring. This is that special time nestled between winter and spring, where contrasts are not only felt but vividly displayed. Picture, if you will, the bare branches that have yet to don their verdant cloaks, standing in stark contrast to the riot of colorful blooms that herald the season's full arrival.

This period is characterized by a symphony of opposites, much like the celestial dance between the sun and the moon we witness during an eclipse. Nature, in its wisdom, mirrors the inner dualities we might be experiencing as we navigate this transitional phase.

Personally, I've been riding a rollercoaster of emotions and sensations:

Buzzing with energy, yet feeling inexplicably exhausted.

Bursting with ideas, but lacking the drive to bring them to fruition.

Anticipating future joys, while mourning what has passed.

Seeking to be fully present, yet easily swept away by distractions.

If you've been feeling these polarities in your own life, take heart in knowing that you're not alone. Transition is an intrinsic part of the human experience, and this certainly won't be the last time this year—or ever—that we'll face significant shifts, whether monumental or minute.

Experiencing the eclipse today can be profoundly personal and transformative for many. For myself, it's a moment of deep introspection, allowing the light and shadow aspects of my being to coalesce and converse freely. I find solace in creating a sacred space—both physically and mentally—to welcome fresh energies and insights.

One of my most cherished practices during such times is journaling. It serves as a powerful tool for achieving clarity and understanding amidst life's inevitable transitions.

And here's a fun fact about today's eclipse: Did you know that solar eclipses occur only during a new moon, when the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, obscuring the sun's light? Today's total solar eclipse is even more special, as it offers a rare opportunity to witness the sun's corona, its outer atmosphere, which is usually hidden from view. This celestial event is a beautiful reminder of the universe's grandeur and the interconnectedness of all things.

So, as we embrace the duality of this season and the spectacle of the eclipse, let us also open our hearts and minds to the lessons and opportunities they bring.

Here are some journal prompts to help you navigate and harness the energies of eclipse season: