Solar Eclipse Ritual tailored for releasing anger and sadness while embracing forgiveness during the powerful transformative energy of a solar eclipse.
Solar Eclipse Forgiveness Ritual
Materials:
- A candle (yellow or gold for clarity and transformation)
- A small mirror (to reflect and release)
- A piece of paper and a pen
- A fireproof dish or bowl (for burning paper)
- Optional: Citrine or clear quartz (for energy clarity and renewal)
- Sage or palo santo for space cleansing
Step 1: Cleansing the Space
Before starting, cleanse your space by burning sage or palo santo. As the smoke clears the air, visualize it removing any lingering negativity, making the space feel fresh and energetically clean. You can say: "I cleanse this space of any energy that does not serve my highest good. I am ready for release and renewal."
Step 2: Setting Intentions
Light the yellow/gold candle and place the mirror nearby. Sit comfortably in front of it. Close your eyes and take several deep breaths. With each breath, feel your body grounding and preparing for transformation. As you breathe, silently state your intention: to release anger and sadness, and open your heart to forgiveness.
Step 3: Reflection and Writing
Take a moment to look into the mirror. This is a symbolic act to reflect inward. Think about the situations or people who have caused you pain or sadness. Acknowledge how these emotions are affecting you, but also recognize that holding onto them keeps you tethered to the past.
Begin writing down on the piece of paper everything that you want to let go of: anger, sadness, resentment, names of those who have hurt you, and any negative self-talk.
When you’re done, hold the paper and say aloud: "I release these emotions. They no longer define me. I forgive myself, and I forgive those who have caused me harm. I embrace the power of this eclipse to transform my pain into peace."
Step 4: Burning and Releasing
Carefully hold the paper over the candle’s flame and let it catch fire (use a fireproof bowl or dish for safety). As the paper burns, imagine the anger, sadness, and hurt dissolving with it. Say: "As this burns, so too does the weight of these emotions. I release them fully and invite peace and light into my life."
Step 5: Embrace New Light
Once the paper has burned away, gaze into the mirror once more, but this time, focus on your reflection with kindness and compassion. Imagine the light of the solar eclipse illuminating you, clearing away all darkness.
If you have a crystal, hold it in your hand as you close your eyes and visualize sunlight pouring over you, filling you with a sense of renewal, warmth, and inner power. Feel the anger and sadness replaced by forgiveness and clarity.
Say: "I am renewed. I am free. I welcome the new beginning this solar eclipse offers. I forgive myself and others, and I move forward with a light heart."
Step 6: Closing
Blow out the candle and sit quietly for a few moments, reflecting on how you feel lighter and more at peace. Take a deep breath and smile, knowing that you have released what no longer serves you.
As a final step, thank the universe for guiding you through this process: "Thank you for this transformation and for the strength to release. I am ready to embrace new beginnings."
This solar eclipse ritual harnesses the potent energy of the sun being momentarily blocked, symbolizing the power to reset, release the old, and invite in fresh perspectives, clarity, and healing. By participating in this ritual, you're not only letting go of negativity but also creating space for light and renewal to flow into your life.
