This exercise allows you to experience the subtle changes in nature’s energies as night approaches. It may also be done as a dawn attunement with a very different feel. Dusk and dawn are the magical times in nature. They are known as the golden hours in photography, due to the wonderful nature of the light. They also are times of changing energies in nature and are accompanied with a cooling breeze. As we fall asleep we go through various stages, just before we fall asleep we enter briefly into a blissful state of consciousness.

Nature goes through the same process. At dusk nature goes through this open, receptive and blissful stage. It does not last for long, only a few moments, but if you get your timing right and become sensitive to this process, you will experience a wonderful new depth of oneness and wonder.

If you are aware what time of the sunset, this is a good starting point. The times can be found in local papers and many computers have prediction programmes. Make your way out to your chosen spot so you arrive just as the sun is beginning to set. Watch the sunset and using whatever means, mediation, yoga, Chi Kung, etc, centre yourself and allow yourself to become open and sensitive.

Just after the sun has set you will notice a breeze and a few moments later you will pass through the 'magical window'. You will know when you are there and the more you practice, the more you will be able to predict it and experience it. After experiencing the pure joy of these energies a few times, you may wish to synchronize other energy or group work to coincide with it. This natural boost will greatly enhance your experiences. If you wish, stand or walk for a while and take note of the subtle transformation as nature falls asleep.

Moon, Storm Khandro (2014-10-08). The Deep Earth Rooting Workbook: Attunement to Gaia Consciousness (Kindle Locations 216-221). Storm Khandro Moon. Kindle Edition.