Hello Autumn

Meteorological autumn starts today

1 September as the seasons are defined by average temperature and months. Whilst astrological autumn is lead by the position of the sun and moon and starts 21 September which is Autumn Equinox.

It's been the warmest summer on record and we've all seen the trees loosing their leaves much earlier as well as many crops being affected too.

You might have read my previous blog following my visit to OmVed gardens that OmVed is a more mindful approach to growing, eating and ultimately living. They are continuing to work around what grows best at different times of the year in our changing climates.

This is very aligned with yoga. Being more present and mindful in the way we live our lives is proven to be better for our bodies and our minds.

I do feel that we should lean into nature and consume responsively. This is a much more sustainable approach.

It's also interesting to learn that hot summers affect other weather systems too. As the earth and seas warm this increases the chances of more storms.

As hurricane season approaches in the U.S.A. it's worth keeping an eye on as it can affect what happens in the U.K. and Ireland. In an article by by Kirsty McCabe on MetMatters, 'For 2025, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is now predicting a 50% chance of a more active season'.

Wind energy is important and can be transformative. We all need a bit of that transformative energy in our own bodies and minds to shift poor patterns, habits and stagnant energy which can get stuck and literally make us feel unwell.

This subtle energy is called prana.

This is what Kino MacGregor wrote about prana, 'this transformative force propels us toward achieving a harmonious state of being, engendering a deeper understanding of oneself and a renewed appreciation for the vibrancy of life'

If you'd like to read more about Kino's article, here's a link https://omstars.com/blog/practice/what-is-prana-and-why-it-matters-in-yoga/.

Have a lovely day and embrace the change of season.