20/03/2026
Equinox blessings to you dear one…
Autumn equinox marks the moment we move from the outward, expansive energy of summer into something more inward, reflective, and grounding.
In Āyurveda, this is where ritucharya comes in, our ‘seasonal rituals and practices’ that support our body, mind and energy, as the world around us shifts.
It’s the practice of adjusting how we eat, move, and care for ourselves in response to what’s happening in nature. Because the same forces shaping the seasons are shaping us too.
When we ignore these shifts, we tend to feel it… dryness, anxiety, poor digestion, low energy. When we move with them, things feel steadier. More supported.
So what does that actually look like right now?
Slow things down a little, you don’t need the same output as summer. Honour the natural pull inward.
Favour warm, cooked meals. Think soups, stews, root vegetables, gentle spices. This supports digestion as the air becomes cooler and drier.
Bring back oil. Self-abhyanga (oil massage) is your best friend here. It nourishes the skin, calms the nervous system, and grounds Vata.
Create rhythm in your day. This looks like regular mealtimes, consistent sleep, steady routines. This is medicine for the body right now.
Soften your movement. Try swapping intense, fast-paced workouts for yoga, walking, or slower strength work.
Protect your energy. Autumn is not the season to be scattered everywhere. Be a little more discerning with where you give your time.
There’s something really beautiful about this time of year. it invites us to come back to ourselves, to simplify, to listen a little more closely.
Remember, you don’t need to overhaul your life, begin by meeting the season where it is.