Hey beautiful people, Happy Spring! On today's episode, I celebrate the beginning of Spring with a description of the Spring Equinox (March 20, 2023 in the Northern Hemisphere), a handful of my favorite developments in environmental spaces I'm connected to, and finally, a collection of seasonal reflection questions.

With Winter's chills shifting into Spring's blooms, I've frequently returned to the idea of "giving myself permission to change." This could be changes in my mind, goals, behaviors, or anything else in my life that does not or will not serve me throughout this new season. I've included some reflection questions related to this idea that you might find helpful.

Here's to a wonderful Spring season for you and your communities! ~Akil 💚

Spring Reflection Questions 💭

1. What seeds have I planted in my life this winter? What plants will emerge from these seeds?
2. What less than positive behaviors have I held onto or developed over the course of winter?
3. What positive behaviors do I want to grow into this Spring?
4. How can I continue to nurture myself and the seeds I’ve planted?
5. How can I love myself through any growing pains I might experience this Spring?

Links for Further Exploration

CEI 2022 Annual Report: https://www.communityecologyinstitute.org/uploads/1/4/2/5/142549131/cei_2022_annual_report_3-5-23.pdf 

CEI Acquires the Green Farmacy Gardens: https://www.communityecologyinstitute.org/green-farmacy-garden.html

Hoya Harvest: https://earthcommons.georgetown.edu/action/hoya-harvest-garden/

Spring Equinox 2023: https://earthsky.org/astronomy-essentials/everything-you-need-to-know-vernal-or-spring-equinox/

Flower Photos! https://photos.app.goo.gl/7rD3WLQYWCbPZPKt8