🍂 The Mystical Spirit of October: Walking Between Worlds
October drifts in with the scent of wood smoke and the shimmer of falling leaves. It is a month unlike any other. It is a time of transition. The veil between the worlds grows thin. The earth herself seems to whisper in a softer, more mysterious voice.
For shamans and wisdom-keepers across traditions, October is sacred. It is not simply autumn. It is a threshold, a liminal space between the fullness of harvest and the stillness of winter. In this season, we are invited to release, remember, and return to what is eternal.
🌒 October as a Threshold
The trees surrender their golden crowns. The days grow shorter, the nights longer. The natural world teaches us what it means to let go.
In shamanic traditions, this surrender is not a loss but a sacred initiation. Just as the earth draws inward, it prepares its seeds for the dark womb of winter. In the same way, we are called to turn inward. October reminds us: in the falling, there is freedom. In the darkening, there is renewal.
🔮 The Veil Between Worlds
Perhaps the most mystical aspect of October is its role as a bridge between realms. Across cultures, this is the season when the ancestors draw close.
- Samhain, the ancient Celtic festival on October 31st, marks the turning of the year. It honours the dead with fire and feast. Candles were lit to guide spirits home, and doorways opened to commune with those who came before.
- Día de los Muertos, celebrated in Mexico and beyond, transforms cemeteries and homes into vibrant altars. These altars are adorned with marigolds, candles, and offerings. It is a celebration of love, memory, and the continuity of life beyond death.
Both remind us of a truth often forgotten: our beloved dead are not gone. They are with us, woven into our bones and breath, their wisdom waiting in our dreams and ceremonies.
🌕 The Hunter’s Moon
Every October, the full Hunter’s Moon rises — a luminous lantern in the night sky. Traditionally, it marked a time to hunt and gather provisions for winter. Spiritually, it invites us to gather inner provisions: courage, vision, and faith.
The moon whispers: “Do not chase shadows. Seek the truths that endure when all else falls away.”
🦉 Animal Allies of October
Shamanic wisdom teaches that each season carries spirit animals as guides:
- Owl — who sees in the dark, keeper of mysteries
- Bat — initiator of transformation, guiding us through death and rebirth
- Deer — gentle and tender, teaching us to walk gracefully even in the shadows
These allies come to us in dreams, meditations, or encounters in the wild. They remind us of the wisdom needed for this time of year.
🔥 Rituals for October
If you wish to walk in harmony with October’s spirit, simple rituals can open the way:
- Create an Ancestral Altar: Place photos, candles, marigolds, or offerings of food and drink to honour your lineage.
- Fire Release Ceremony: Write down what you are ready to release. Offer it to the flames. Let the smoke carry it skyward.
- Twilight Walks: Step outside at dusk. Listen. October speaks most clearly when the world grows quiet.
- Dream Weaving: Keep a journal at your bedside. October dreams often carry messages from beyond the veil.
🌿 Closing Reflections
October is not just a month on the calendar. It is a sacred teacher. It reminds us that endings are beginnings. Darkness is fertile. Our ancestors are never far.
As you move through this season, may you find beauty in the falling leaves. Discover wisdom in the silence. Experience connection in the unseen threads that weave us all together.
Blessed October, dear one. 🌙✨
Shamanic Healing 