2 different Autumn Trees in set 3.5" tall. Made by ArtMinds.
Ancient civilizations, astrology, and science have linked many aspects of this wonderful season to human life. These symbolic meanings serve as compelling reminders of the powerful impact Mother Nature has on our lives. Indigenous people from around the world honor earth-based traditions and rituals, and attribute great significance to the seasonal transition points throughout the year: the Winter Solstice, the Spring Equinox, the Summer Solstice, and the Autumn Equinox. Apart from viewing these seasonal markers as the Earth’s transition positions, we can also think of them as stages of our own inner journey.
Change and Transition
Like Spring, so does Autumn signify a time of change and transition. The autumnal transition has been mostly thought of as an inner process of change, instead of the outwards growth that we witness in springtime. So Autumn has also come to symbolize a process of turning inwards, as well as engaging in activities that are soul-nourishing, intimate, and homey.
Balance and Grounding
Autumn also symbolizes balance and symmetry. The sun enters Libra, which is represented by a pair of balanced scales. As we leave the bustling Summer, it is a time of centering and grounding. Autumn allows us to reconnect with the Earth, as well as our inner equilibrium.Abundance and Preparation
Autumn is also known as the harvest season, and has therefore been associated with abundance and preparation. Crops that were planted in Spring, are now ready to be harvested. Baskets and markets are full in order to prepare for the sternness of Winter. Animals who enter hibernation have prepared their dens with the necessities and coziness to see Winter through. Autumn is the time of reconnecting with ourselves, as well as tending to our sanctuaries and sacred places, both emotionally and literally.
Impermanence and Letting Go
In the same way that the trees lose their leaves, and the snake sheds its skin, Autumn denotes a time of letting go. It can be viewed as a calling to reevaluate our lifestyles, habits, and relationships with ourselves and others. Similarly, the leaves falling and the snake’s skin is also a reminder of the impermanence of everything around us, and the fleeting nature of life.