What's a Phoenix Ceremony then?

The Egyptian and the Greeks, amongst others, wrote of an immortal bird that was as large as an eagle, with gold and scarlet plumage, and a melodious cry that thrills. Living in a fiery nest, the phoenix is consumed by the flames and eventually is reborn from the ashes. If you’re a Terry Pratchett fan, you’ll know that Granny Weatherwax says that a phoenix chick takes the form of whatever bird it first sees. I particularly enjoy Pratchett’s idea that they're a symbol of the power of good. The idea of a phoenix, rising from it’s ashes to be reborn into a fledgling that starts life all over again, has fascinated humanity for many hundreds of years. This iconic image symbolises rebirth, resurrection, hope and renewal.

After enduring hardship, pain and confusion, the idea of starting again is liberating and refreshing. To shed our skin and reclaim ourselves is a powerful move. The fact this stunning creature lives an infinite amount of time and as it tires, sets fire to its nest, and rises again. For us, the idea that we could start again, as we regularly do, is a beautiful idea. Following a big life event, taking the time to celebrate who we are and that we survived- to rebrand ourselves, if you will, is a powerful move. If you have transitioned or survived a health scare or a relationship breakdown, then you may want to celebrate by attending a Phoenix Ceremony. This can be especially powerful if you haven’t yet, nor are planning to, abide by society’s ‘normal’ celebrations. If you don’t have children nor are getting married etc, then you may struggle to gather friends together to mark your important milestones. Fire and Water are renowned in a variety of religions for their cleansing properties and will play a key role in yours. Why not reach out so we can personalise your ceremony?

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