The Cornucopia is a symbol of abundance specifically related to agriculture as popularized by the Ancient Greeks. It is symbolized by a horn-shaped wicker basket that normally is full to the brim with a bountiful harvest, especially fruits and vegetables and most associated with this time of year..
To have an abundance of something is to have more than you need. In a spiritual context, the notion of abundance is less about material conditions, revolving instead (once basic needs are met), around an appreciation of life in its fullness, joy and strength of mind, body and soul. This is the cultivation of respect for the creative energy of the universe..
Yet, we know that so many of us do not have their basic needs met (*see below for a way to help). And it can seem hackneyed to speak of ‘gratitude’ at Thanksgiving if we are not deeply connected to the truth of what that is for us..
In the early days of feng shui’s popularity in the West, especially in the ’90s, most of the requests I would get for consultations had to do with wealth or relationship. “Where is my wealth area?’ or ‘What do I need for my relationship sector?’ was often what I would be asked..
Although those areas are still priorities for many (actually most of us), the overall well being of a family, a child’s behavior at school or health concerns are often the focus of a consultation. If consulting with a business, I always consider the bottom line, but employee relations, environmental health or the reputation of a company may also be the reason for a feng shui consultation or a space clearing ritual..
Whatever the season, focusing on the tangible and intangible things we are grateful for is a sure way to widen our access to further abundance.
The fall season is represent by the Metal element. ‘Metal’ is represented by two guas or sectors on the Feng Shui template.
Read: 5 SIMPLE WAYS TO UP YOUR JOY & CREATIVITY THIS SEASON »
Early fall is the the time of celebration, the harvest, joy, creativity and children. In the environment fine metal or decorative metal objects can enhance the West direction (or the mid-right of a room or floor plan depending on the system of Feng Shui used)..
As we move into the later fall season, the Northwest or near righthand side of a room represents benefactors in one’s life, travel, authority, focused thinking and the most yang (or traditionally male) energy in a business or household. Enhancing this area with electronics, metal sculpture, black & white photography, will be supportive..
Metal is enhanced by Earth element discussed last month and diminished by Water – to be discussed next month. Here is some more information about the Metal element.
Happy Thanksgiving
and to the start of the Holiday Season!
With Gratitude for Our Continued Connection
Judith & Sacred Currents
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Halloween Rituals and preparing for the ‘Darker Half’ of the year