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The Silver Birch Tree |
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Betula pendula 'Tree of new beginnings and change' Silver Birch has a pioneering energy ,as it is the first tree to colonize new ground, the tree that begins the remarkable transformation of grassland to woodland, to forest. In the Celtic Tree Ogham, a system that links different qualities to each of the native trees, the Birch is the first tree and represents new beginnings, birth, nourishment and cleansing. Astrologically, it is ruled by the Moon, which enhances intuition, by Venus, which brings Love, and by Jupiter, which creates good fortune and happiness. Silver Birch is known as 'Lady of the Woods'. This graceful tree is seen at its best on a moonlit night or glowing pink in the light of the setting Sun or the sunrise.It brings a light airy presence wherever it grows. Siver Birch twigs are associated with purity and cleansing and were used in the past to beat out or brush away negative influences and prepare the way for renewal. The pioneering energy of the Silver Birch inspires us to begin new ventures and to follow our visions.By doing something that will bring positive change into our lives and into the world, we prepare the way for new directions.Our pioneering spirit will inspire others to follow our lead and from small beginnings we can create big changes, just as a huge forest begins with the first young Silver Birch trees. The Silver Birch sheds its twigs, bark and leaves, teaching us to let go of unwanted aspects of our lives and selves so that we are free to move foreword into a new beginning. New growth and new directions are nourished by our experiences, so let go of the past lovingly and with thanks, then look for the chance openings that will help you to move on.Welcome change into your life. Change does not happen all at once, but the first thing you do will open the way for the next to follow. Do one thing at a time. Better to begin in small loving ways than not to begin at all. Let the Silver Birch's pliant twigs and heart shaped leaves inspire you to let go of all worry and stress,to dance with the winds of change and to follow your heart. From 'Earth Wisdom' by Glennie Kindred [Hay House]
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Rebecca Need-Menear |
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