Balance, Gratitude, and the Wisdom of the Turning Wheel
As we experience the sacred time of Mabon, the Autumn Equinox, we gather to venerate balance, the harvest, and the cycles of change. This is a moment of perfect equilibrium—when day and night stand equal before the dark half of the year begins. It is a time to pause, reflect, and harvest the lessons of the past season, giving thanks for what has grown and preparing for the journey ahead. At the heart of this retreat is Viriditas, the divine “greening power” of deep connection to the rhythms of life, as described by Hildegard von Bingen. Just as the trees release their leaves with trust, we, too, will explore the art of letting go, making space, and embracing the beauty of change. Through yoga, meditation, sacred ritual, and nature-based practices, we will align with the wisdom of the equinox, reflecting on what we have cultivated, what we prepare to sustain ourselves through the cold season, and what we are ready to release. We will work with seasonal herbs, grounding practices, and moments of stillness to reconnect with our inner harmony. Welcome to a retreat of balance, gratitude and reflection. The journey begins here.