The avocado has acted as a powerful symbol of love and abundance across countless cultures throughout history. The Aztecs considered two avocados sharing a single branch a symbol of lifelong love, using the pairs in sacred ceremonies and matrimonial practices. While many also considered it a fruit of fertility, this association now goes far beyond that of the physical sense. Avocados can represent “fertile” times of new beginnings, transformation, and growth—with others and within ourselves. This nutrient-rich food also draws the relevant connection between inner health and inner beauty, a practice of self-love at its most fundamental level. And rather fittingly, a dyebath of exactly two avocado stones will produce a hue as rosy as a lover’s blush. So whether you’re sharing love with a friend, partner, or yourself, avocado is a beautiful reminder.
