Autumn Equinox 2026

Written By Miriam Jacobs

The Autumn equinox is here on Tuesday, September 22, at 5:05 p.m. PDT and 8:05 p.m. EDT!

It is the last celebration of the Celtic year. Like the spring equinox, the autumn equinox is the day when there is equal day and night, but instead of gaining more sunlight, we lose it. It is a time to honor the harvest and to find balance. Equinox comes from the Latin words aequus (equal) and nox (night). 

As with any of the four solar events, the autumn equinox, is a turning point in a year, which makes it a powerful time to facilitate change. 

This year, I am particularly drawn to find some balance between, “Saying too much vs Saying too little.” For years I’ve toggled back and forth from oversharing, (TMI) to not saying anything or very much.  Can we get what we desire to express articulately and concisely?

I’ve pulled 2 cards for us to balance these two things?

Saying too much vs Saying too little

The Hierophant can give us the structure to gain clarity on how to express ourselves and the Ten reminds us to finally let go of guilt, shame and regrets. And then know how and what to say?

How about for you?

The Hierophant

  • Element: Earth

  • Astrology: Taurus

  • Anatomy: neck

Meaning: Traditionally, the Hierophant exemplifies the act of teaching and learning. He embodies structure and law, including the spiritual, cultural, and scientific. The Hierophant represents that communicating is an exchange of knowledge. He also, recognizes the importance of fundamentals.

The structure of Hierophant can be a relief. Become aware that everything is a lesson.

Ten of Air/Swords

  • Element: Air

  • Astrology: Gemini -

  • Anatomy: Shoulders

Meaning: Ten of Air/Swords is an ending of obsessive thoughts and drama, sometimes to exhaustion. First, become aware and then work on not allowing those thoughts to take over. Remember, with thoughts, being the lightest of elements, they are the easiest to change.

Allow negative thoughts to pass through you by breathing deeply. It is ill luck to accumulate failure.

“Trees respond by dropping leaves, the last harvest begins—grapes and fruits ripen to be made into spirits for winter storage of their energy and carbohydrates. The fresh love and hope of spring is completed—harvested and held in comfort through the winter.” —Ann Bridget Waters  

Miriam Jacobs
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