10/31/2025
Samhain blessings from my sacred space to yours.
Ever since I was a child, I have always celebrated the Sabbats, the eight festivals upon which the Wheel of the Year turns. These festivals always made sense to me, the honouring and recognition of Mother Nature and her seasons. Out of all 8 festivals, Samhain was the one that I always struggled to connect with the most. It is only this year, after 45 years of life, that I realise why. There is such a huge disparity between what “mainstream society” sees this holiday as representing and what it actually is. I never enjoyed the spooky side of this holiday, the horror films that would be played, the dressing up in scary costumes, none of that side ever resonated with me.
Samhain was never meant to be “spooky”; rather, it is the Celtic new year, acknowledging the move into the darker half of the year. It’s the time to commune with the ancestors, and seeing as all life is connected, this isn’t simply your bloodline, but all humans, plants and animals that have been before. It’s also about acknowledging all that have been born in this year, so that the birth, death and rebirth cycle is honoured. The one tiny habit of the celts, dressing up to ward off evil spirits, has turned into a billlion dollar industry, and that’s what I’ve always had a distaste for.
But sat here this morning, wide awake since 2:22am, with my cats on my lap, coffee in hand, and ceremonial candle lit, I truly connected with the pure energy of Samhain. And then I giggled to myself at the absurdity that this would be the holiday that I haven’t really resonated with, because it’s actually the ritual that I practice most days. I often thank those that have come before for their wisdom, both plant and animal (including humans in the animal kingdom category!), I often thank the circle of life. I often ask for guidance from those that have lived before, so that I may better serve the living.
So, in the true spirit of Samhain, may you have a blessed and prosperous new year, may you be well, may you be healthy, may good food make its way to your plate. May you be surrounded by love, light and laughter on this All Hallows’ Eve. Blessed be.
