On March 20, the sun will cross directly over the Earth’s equator, creating a day of equal daylight and darkness on our planet. For the Northern hemisphere, this day is the Vernal Equinox and marks the first day of Spring. The next 6 months are symbolic of the victory of light over darkness, as days will be longer than nights. The lethargy of winter dissolves and the promise of new beginnings manifests as the leaves return to the trees, flowers come into bloom, and fresh green grass returns to the fields. What a beautiful time to celebrate life! 

I would like to share a meditation with you that I practice regularly to remind myself of the simple, yet profound joy of being alive. Either from a comfortable seated or prone position, place your right hand over your navel/belly center and your left hand over your heart/sternum. These locations are home to two powerful energy centers in the body. The masculine navel center houses personal power and sense of self, while the feminine heart center houses love, compassion, and the ability to relate to others. In this calming posture, do not attempt to do anything special. Merely close your eyes and become aware of the experience of being alive. Notice your heart beating, your breath rising and falling. Think of this as time to recharge your human battery.