EQUINOX

Equinox. The time of equal light and dark, a point of stillness that occurs twice a year, this (autumn) equinox marks the beginning of the darker months. It's a really special time for pagans, but it's typically a difficult time for people struggling with chronic illnesses especially things like fibro which can have seasonal flares.

I had a diagnosis of fibro some years ago and autumn was absolutely the worst for flare-ups. If you're struggling, be in touch and let's see which herbs can help you heal.

Winter blues or Seasonal Affective Disorder can also really impact people at this time, and if you suffer with this, it can be a real time of dread waiting for it. Again, be in touch if you'd like support with this.

This summer has been absolutely wonderful for me - lots of holidays, trips in the campervan, but it's also been hard work with the school holidays, ever-increasing heatwaves (and managing dysautonomia and a big dog in the heat), and the busy-ness of summer is hard for a deeply introverted person. I'm definitely ready to hunker down and get cosy for the next 2 seasons! We moan about the weather a lot but I do enjoy living somewhere with 4 seasons (just about still!).

Wishing a peaceful equinox, and a moment of balance, to all    

Photo: recent visit to Avebury Henge as the seasonal tide changed.