Pausing to breathe as spring continues to unfold, and traditions around the world honor the Earth’s renewal. Taking stock of the quiet hibernation of winter, the stillness, and the unseen growth beneath the surface, the great awakening begins. The earth begins to soften as breaks of sunshine glow through the clouds. The birds sing, the peepers peep, all urging the plants and our hearts to rise and open again, and possibilities return through seeds planted long ago.
What I know to be true is that across cultures and centuries, humanity has always recognized this sacred moment. In tgis tine of shared beliefs, may we all pause for peace, and for shared compassion of diverse beliefs, and of the differences that create a world of beauty, of culture, of humanity.
In ancient earth-based traditions such as Ostara, the Spring Equinox marked a time of balance where light and dark meet in perfect harmony, reminding us that intention begins in stillness and becomes creation.
In Celtic traditions like Beltane, life is celebrated in full expression through fire, fertility, and the union of energies that bring ideas and dreams into form.
In Christianity, Easter reflects resurrection and the eternal truth that life rises again, even after the deepest endings.
In Judaism, Passover honors and teaches of liberation and the emergence into a new way of being.
The Persian tradition, Nowruz teaches and celebrates renewal of both the earth and the soul, aligning life with truth, light, and new beginnings.
In India, Holi bursts forth in color, joy, and the release of what no longer serves.
Japan, honors Hanami, and gently reminds us that beauty is fleeting and presence is everything.
Different traditions, different languages, yet one shared truth. We are part of this cycle. Spring invites us to reflect on the year behind us and consciously step into what is emerging now, to till the soil of our lives with intention, to plant with vision, and to trust in the unseen becoming.
And the list continues…please add what you know. Let’s grow this list of diversified traditions celebrating Spring and the renewal of light on our earth and expanding in our hearts.
Just like the earth, we are always renewing, always opening, always becoming. Tell us, what is ready to bloom within you?
Mandala by Paul Heussenstamm
Shajen Joy Aziz, M.Ed., M.A., Award-Winning #1 International Best-Selling Author, Speaker, Publisher, Educator
Shajen(Shy-Anne) Joy Aziz, M.Ed., M.A.
Shajen Joy Aziz, M.Ed., M.A., is an award-winning international best-selling author, filmmaker and educator. She mentors businesses and professionals, emerging platforms, life-coaches, and those seeking personal growth. Her programs include workshops, seminars and webinars, intimate retreats and a holistic Life-Coaching certification course based on her award-winning book and film Discover the Gift.
Her book, Discover the Gift – It’s Why We’re Here, is published in 24 countries and 14 languages and her film, based on the book, is worldwide and in multiple lanuages–see Discover the Gift on Gaia TV. Shajen is proud to announce she is a contributing author in the upcoming books: Essential Wisdom-Timeless Roadmaps of Self-Discovery, Self-Actualization and Soul Purpose, as well as the fun and smart, Sexy, Fit & Fab Moms.
For over 25 years, her focus continues to be on emotions, beliefs, and systems and their impact on an individuals’ ability to thrive personally, professionally, psychologically, and spiritually. She owes her thorough understanding of humans and how to improve systems to her twenty years of experience as a school administrator, school Counselor, and Special Educator. Her groundwork in the field of education and mental health has paved the way for her to become a leader within the transformational and peace-building communities. In a very short time, her global life-coaching certification coursework and programs have amassed a dedicated community of Ambassadors, Coaches, and Trainers from around the globe.
Featured in many networks such as The Huffington Post, ABC, NBC, CNN, Spirit and Destiny Magazine, The Shift Network, Examiner.com, Catalyst, Spiritual Networks, Life Connection and Vision Magazine, amongst numerous others stateside and abroad. A founding member of the Southern California Association of Transformational Leaders (Assoc. of Transformational Leaders) and The Women’s Speakers Assoc., Shajen is an active trailblazer for women, children, and education.
Shajen has been a guest faculty member of The Shift Network and has been featured alongside Deepak Chopra, Marianne Williamson, Desmond Tutu, Barbara Marx Hubbard, and Eckhart Tolle, to name a few. A leading expert in self-actualization and personal development, Shajen has had the pleasure of sharing the speaking stage with other influential New Thought Leaders and colleagues such as Jack Canfield, Michael Bernard Beckwith, Dr. Barbara De Angelis, Sir Ken Robinson, Dr. Sue Morter, Mary Morrissey, David Wolfe, and many others.
Her recognitions include and are not limited to 2017 and 2014 Woman of Outstanding Leadership from the International Women’s Leadership Assoc., In 2012 Shajen received the Peace and Creativity Award presented by Congresswoman Karen Bass and the 2011 & 2012 Woman of the Year Award from the National Association of Professional Women. These recognitions are for her dedication and excellence in her field of education. Honored with the Global Humanitarian Award, presented by Dr. Barbara De Angelis and Rev. Michael Bernard Beckwith at the Agape International Spiritual Center, Shajen Joy Aziz is facilitating the healing of others one person, one family, one community at a time.
Shajen@discoverthegift.com
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