The mythological explanation for the changing of seasons is often rooted in the story of the goddess Persephone. In Greek mythology, she is abducted by Hades, which leads to her mother, Demeter, goddess of agriculture, mourning her absence, resulting in winter. When Persephone returns to the surface, Demeter rejoices, and spring arrives. This cyclical narrative illustrates the relationship between life, death, and rebirth, encapsulating the seasonal changes and the interconnectedness of nature.