I cruise the river of time, sailing through the currents of moments and memories. The river's flow is steady, yet ever-changing. It carries me along, from the past to the future, with each passing second. As I drift on this eternal river, I am reminded of the impermanence of life. The moments that I once cherished are now mere ripples in the wake of time's unstoppable current. Memories, both joyous and painful, become distant shores fading into the distance, slowly slipping away.
Yes, it’s the first day of spring (for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere), but it’s also so much more. On March 20 (the day of this year’s vernal equinox), there are equal amounts of daylight and night—12 hours each. “To us, the equinox is a time for reflection and a time to set intentions, under the influence of the potent, shifting seasonal energy of spring,” the team at Moon Canyon says. “A time to look back and honor what you have been composting in winter’s fallow time. And a time to nourish what you began to incubate. Winter, though more subtle in its energetic presentation, offers us the rest and fuel needed to feed the new birth seen in spring. This day, the vernal equinox, where we find balance and transition from darkness into days of ever-more light, we can hold both the richness of the lessons from our past and the potential of our future in each hand.”
So practices like walking, deep breathing, dry brushing, salt scrubs, and gua sha are perfect habits to begin building on the spring equinox and carry throughout the year. Sure, you can do this literally in your backyard, but figuratively, the Moon Canyon collective recommends doing some grounding meditation practices and resting to avoid burnout.
Memories, both joyous and painful, become distant shores fading into the distance, slowly slipping away. The river of time holds no regard for my desires or regrets. It simply carries me along, forcing me to confront the fleeting nature of existence.
6 Rituals To Kick Off The Spring Season & The Astrological New Year
Barbara Biziou is a spiritual life coach and two-time author of The Joy of Ritual and The Joy of Family Rituals. She holds bachelor's degrees in both Art History and Psychology from NYU, and has been featured in The New York Times, Chicago Tribune and Oprah.com.
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The Earth is shrugging off the last vestige of winter as we move into the spring equinox. This is a time of year when people around the world celebrate the possibility of new growth and fresh beginnings, and as the beginning of the astrological year, many consider this the true start to the new year.
It's a time to celebrate rites of passage by doing special rituals to welcome in the vernal equinox—another name for the spring equinox—which comes from the Latin word vernare, "to bloom."
Here are some of my favorite rituals to help you move into the energy of hope and renewal:
In this ceaseless flow, there is no stopping or turning back. I must continue onwards, surrendering to the rhythm of the river. While I travel down this river, I am confronted with the choices I have made. Some rapids are filled with excitement and adventure, while others are treacherous and filled with regret. I must navigate these waters with care, as each decision shapes the course of my journey. But amidst the turbulence and uncertainty, there are moments of tranquility and reflection. The stillness of the river's calm waters allows me to pause and appreciate the beauty around me. The gentle ebb and flow of life's currents reminds me to find joy in the present moment, and to embrace the unpredictability of the future. As I continue to cruise this river, I am reminded of the importance of balance. Just as the river's flow can be fierce and overpowering, it can also be gentle and meandering. I must learn to adapt and navigate through the changing tides, finding harmony between action and surrender. Ultimately, I come to realize that the river of time is not something to be conquered or controlled. It is an entity beyond my grasp, beyond my understanding. All I can do is surrender to its current, embracing the journey with an open heart and a willingness to learn and grow. In this voyage down the river of time, I am reminded of my own mortality. The river flows ceaselessly, carrying me onwards towards an unknown destination. And as I cruise through the currents, I am filled with a sense of awe and reverence for the vastness and mystery of it all..
Reviews for "The Ebb and Flow of Time: Lessons from Nature's Cycles"
1. Sarah - 2 stars - I found "I Choose the River of Time" to be confusing and hard to follow. The story jumps around a lot and doesn't provide enough information or context for the reader to fully understand what is happening. The characters are not well developed, and their actions and motivations are unclear. Overall, I was left feeling unsatisfied and frustrated with this novel.
2. Mike - 1 star - I really struggled to get through "I Choose the River of Time." The writing style is heavy and overly descriptive, making it difficult to stay engaged with the story. The plot moves at a slow pace, and the lack of a clear direction or purpose made it hard for me to stay interested. There were also several instances of grammatical errors and typos, which further detracted from my reading experience.
3. Jessica - 2 stars - I was initially excited to read "I Choose the River of Time" based on the premise, but unfortunately, it fell flat for me. The story seemed to lack focus and failed to deliver on its potential. The characters felt one-dimensional and lacked depth, making it hard for me to connect with them. Additionally, the pacing was uneven, with long stretches of tedious detail followed by rushed action. Overall, I found this book to be underwhelming and disappointing.