The Lughnasadh Portal began on the full moon and will be active through the Lion’s Gate Portal on 8 | 8. Many of you are sensing the big energy right now, and this portal is why.
Lughnasadh pronounced (Lune-yah-saw) Is the half way point of the summer solstice + autumnal equinox. It is the first of three celebrations of harvest season. Specifically, Lugnasadh celebrates the first harvest of the year. Luhnasadh celebration begins on sundown July 31st continuing through sunset August 1st. It is truly a time to show appreciation for the gift of nature. For all she provides, the nourishment on all levels that is available to us, and the way in which she is our greatest teacher.
This time is a deeper remembrance that Nature is sacred and truly sustains life.
Particularly in our world today, our appreciation for the gifts of nature are more important than ever. With ever-changing weather patterns impacting the harvest & there fore cost of goods, being in celebration with nature and revering the land for all it gives is the main tenant of this holiday.
This season is abundant & flourishing, yet in the details, you can notices nature readying itself for the shift of season.
As so in nature, so with ourselves….the seeds you planted in the spring are beginning to blossom. The roots are deep, nourishment has been the catalyst for blossoming, and though you may only see sprouts, the growth is happening. Tap into the powerful Sun energy to energize your goals. Step confidently and take action where your heart leads. Nourish the seeds that may be slower to grow, and have faith their bloom is coming.
Rituals for Lughnasadh can be simple. Get outside with your barefoot in the grass and your face towards the sun. Relish in the grounding of the earth and intensity of Sun energy.
Ideas to bring Sun energy into your home:
Bring blooms into your space
tap into Sun energy by lighting candles
diffuse citrus oils and Melissa
Citrine and Sunstone crystals connect to Sun energy
Give thanks to the earth:
Garnet crystal has the grounding + life-force energy of Earth
Add pieces of your harvest, blooms, herbs, veggies & fruit to your space or altar
Create a beautiful altar if that calls to you.
Connect with Archangel Ariel, who oversees nature.
Simple ways to bring Lughnasadh energy into your home:
Practice gratitude for the abundance in your life.
Do a space clearing to open flow
Clean out a room or area of your house & donate items.
Create a meal with fruits & veggies of the season
Celebration can be simple when we allow what brings us joy to flow. Let go of doing it right - focus on your connect to nature and allow creativity to flow in whichever way comes through. Dance, paint, work on your projects, ground new ideas into the back half of the year.