Finding Balance at the Autumn Equinox: Yin, Yang & the Wisdom of Letting Go
Finding Balance in every season
Yin, Yang & the Wisdom of Letting Go
The Sacred Pause of the Equinox
Twice a year, the Earth offers us a rare invitation: balance. Day and night stand in equal measure, Yin and Yang perfectly poised.
But the Autumn Equinox is more than just a seasonal turning point — it’s a sacred pause. A chance to breathe, to release what weighs us down, and to mirror nature’s wisdom of letting go.
In Reiki, this balance is felt as the flow between giving and receiving, action and rest, expansion and stillness. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Autumn belongs to the Metal Element — teaching us to breathe in inspiration (Lungs) and release what no longer serves (Large Intestine).
Yin and Yang: Equal but Different
Yin and Yang are not enemies; they are partners. One cannot exist without the other. The Equinox reminds us to honor both sides of ourselves:
Yin (inward, receptive): rest, reflection, forgiveness, breathing in life.
Yang (outward, active): clarity, movement, decisions, letting go.
When Yin and Yang fall out of harmony, we may feel scattered, anxious, fatigued, or heavy. The Equinox is a moment to restore equilibrium — a reminder that true strength comes not from extremes, but from balance.
Yin and Yang in balance
The Wisdom of the Metal Element
In the Five Elements system, Autumn belongs to Metal. Its message is clear: receive and release.
The Lungs teach us to receive — to open space for gratitude, inspiration, and clarity.
The Large Intestine teaches us to release — to let go of toxins, grief, and attachments that weigh us down.
Just as trees shed their leaves to prepare for winter, we too are invited to release what no longer serves so our energy can flow freely into the new season.
An Equinox Practice You Can Try at Home
Here’s a simple ritual to align your energy with the balance of the Equinox:
Find a Quiet Space. Sit comfortably, place one hand on your chest, and close your eyes.
Breathe Consciously. Inhale through your nose, imagining fresh inspiration flowing in. Exhale slowly, releasing burdens you no longer need.
Reflect in Writing. Journal on the questions: “What am I ready to release? What clarity am I ready to receive?” Write without judgment.
Seal with Intention. Whisper the affirmation:
“I honor the balance of Yin and Yang within me. I release what no longer serves and open to clarity and inspiration.”
This practice brings harmony to your breath, your emotions, and your energy field.
Breathe, Release, Renew
How My Sessions Support You This Season
The Equinox is nature’s invitation to pause and realign. My Reiki and Five Elements–inspired sessions are designed to help you:
Release stagnant energy — clearing blockages that mirror the Large Intestine’s wisdom.
Restore vitality — strengthening Lung Qi for inspiration and flow.
Rebalance Yin and Yang — aligning inner stillness with outward clarity.
Guide transformation — helping you move forward lighter, clearer, and more centered.
Whether through an Energy Assessment Session, a 4-week Emotional Freedom Program, or a Vitality Reset Session, this is the season to step into balance and prepare for what’s ahead.
The Autumn Equinox reminds us that balance is always possible — in nature, and within ourselves. By pausing, breathing, and letting go, we make space for renewal and inspiration.
Blessings, Maria