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Mabon Gratitude Ritual
As the leaves begin to change and the air cools with the promise of autumn we welcome the second harvest, known as Mabon, the Autumn Equinox. This sacred time marks the balance between light and darkness, a moment to reflect on the abundance of the earth and express our gratitude for the harvest.
In this gratitude ritual, we honor the fruits of our labors, both from the land and our own personal journeys. As we prepare to enter the darker months ahead, we take this opportunity to acknowledge the blessings we have received, the lessons we have learned, and the relationships that enrich our lives.
What You’ll Need:
- A small altar or space in your home
- Fall decorations (like leaves, acorns, or pumpkins)
- A candle (preferably in earthy tones like orange or brown)
- A bowl or plate for offerings (fruit, herbs, grains)
- Paper and pen for expressing gratitude
Steps:
Create Your Space: Set up your altar with the fall decorations. Arrange the items to create a peaceful and inviting atmosphere.
Light a Candle: As you light the candle, take a moment to center yourself. You can say a short invocation or simply express your intention for the ritual.
Offer Thanks: Place the bowl or plate in front of the candle. Fill it with fruits or herbs that represent the harvest. As you place each item, say aloud what you are grateful for this year.
Write Your Intentions: On the paper, write down your intentions for the coming season or what you hope to manifest in your life. You can also write down any struggles or things you wish to let go of.
Meditation or Reflection: Spend a few moments in silence, reflecting on the year so far and the changes you’ve experienced. You can meditate on what you want to cultivate in your life.
Close the Ritual: Once you feel ready, close the ritual by expressing gratitude for the blessings in your life. You can snuff out the candle or let it burn down safely.
Give Back: Consider donating harvested food or goods to a local charity as a way to honor the spirit of giving during the harvest season.
Phred
Phred is a story-teller, and a maker of art. A gatherer of beauty and magick, weaving it all together to create a life less ordinary. A shape-shifter and a seeker of pleasure who’s magick is rooted deeply in the darkness of the underworld and the comfort of the hearth. An alchemist of words and images spinning them together to inspire others to step into their own magick.