Spring Equinox: Harbouring the returning light for creative mental health support

Abigail Twigg
Mar 25
2 min read

Embracing the Spring Equinox: Nurturing Creativity Through Gentle Awakening

As the Spring Equinox arrives, we step into a moment of balance—equal day and night, light and dark. This transition marks a gentle awakening from the introspection of winter into the budding energy of spring. Just as nature stirs softly, so too can our creative spirit emerge with ease and intention.

Honouring the Season of Renewal

Spring invites us to move at a pace that feels natural, rather than rushing forward. Creativity, much like the changing seasons, thrives when given space to unfurl. The Spring Equinox is a powerful time to set intentions, embrace new inspirations, and nurture the seeds of ideas that may have been resting over the winter months.

Here are some mindful ways to honour this seasonal shift while staying attuned to your inner rhythm:

1. Nature-Inspired Journaling Take a walk outdoors and observe the subtle shifts in your surroundings—the first blossoms, the return of birdsong, the scent of fresh earth. Write down your reflections, weaving them into poetry or stream-of-consciousness writing. Use this as a gentle practice to reconnect with your inner voice.

2. Creative Rituals for New Beginnings The Equinox is an ideal time for setting creative intentions. Light a candle, sip a herbal tea, and reflect on what you wish to bring to life this season. Create a vision board, sketch a dream project, or write a letter to your future self, outlining the creative energies you hope to cultivate.

3. Movement and Sound as Expression Awaken your body and mind with intuitive movement, yoga, or dance. Play with sound—whether through humming, singing, or using instruments—to shift energy and invite new creative flow. This practice aligns with the growing light, helping to gently shake off winter’s stagnation.

4. Earthy Art Practices Engage with tactile, grounding materials—clay, natural pigments, flower pressing, or even henna—to connect creativity with the elements. The process of working with nature’s gifts is a reminder of slow, intentional creation and the beauty of imperfection.

5. Community Creativity and Gathering Spring is a time of emergence, making it a wonderful opportunity to co-create with others. Join a creative circle, share a meal where everyone contributes something homemade, or host a gathering for storytelling and art-making. Creativity is amplified in connection.

The Gentle Emergence

Spring doesn’t rush, and neither should we. Let this equinox be a reminder that growth happens in cycles, and creativity flourishes when nurtured with patience and care. By aligning with the energy of renewal, we open ourselves to inspiration that flows naturally, just as flowers bloom in their own time.

How will you welcome creativity this spring?