Autumn Iris

Thanksgiving Essence

The Thanksgiving essence helps us integrate the structural shifts occurring with the autumn equinox. As we celebrate the abundance of nature’s wealth at Thanksgiving, we also begin turning towards the dark winter months. While harvest is a time of fulfillment, it also marks the death of one season. At this time other there is little to do than stand in poised appreciation for the changing cycles. The Thanksgiving essence helps us to abide simply while the transformation occurs in and around us. Our focus during this time is in our hearts, whether we are being exercised through a deepening sense of purpose and joy, or through the pain of grief and loss.