Winter Solstice

Winter Solstice occurs on Sunday 21^st December in the UK, it is so close to Christmas, and if everything is feeling like its going a hundred miles an hour – then it can be a great time to just take a pause in breath. The Winter Solstice is of course the still point between darkness and dawn, as the light fades on 2025, let the ancient stirring of solstice on the Earth mark a quiet, still moment for you.

On this longest night of the year, the Sun is re-born! For centuries, the solstices have marked a time of both endings and beginnings. Spiritually, this season can feel like a vibration of stirring energy. As a gentle excitement builds for what is to come.

It is natural that at this time of year, we are awash with shopping, cooking, celebration and general merriment, but it is great to remember that there is magic to be had in the stillness too. If things feel overwhelming at points, remember to slow down, listen to what really matters, and what is really important – and find your centre once more.

Winter Solstice – Light from Dark

Have you noticed that in recent years, people are celebrating the season with a lot more twinkle lights? Ancient traditions meet modern times, as we celebrate celestial happenings and find meaning beyond the glitter.

The Earth turns to the Sun during Solstice, and we turn to our inner-light. We embrace the Christmas season for its giving nature and warmth. We are reminded that both seasons have the same message – light, love and hope returns.

Heart of the Season

It is natural that many of us dislike when the clocks go back, darker evenings and colder weather are not everyone’s cup of tea. Equally, for many the Christmas season can be a heady mix of joy and sadness. Memories of those we have lost, or feelings of loneliness are enhanced at this time of year. The winter solstice teaches us to honour our feelings around the darkness, but to hold on to the thought that lightness will break through again, and so too in time you will feel lighter. Share in laughter wherever you can, if your situation allows, acts of kindness at this time of year are most welcome, remember you are not alone in your feelings, light a candle for healing, renewal and love.

The Gift of Winter Solstice

Don’t add to your ‘to-do’ list at this time of year, thinking that you need a specific ritual to harness the power of the winter solstice. Wherever time allows, just try to take a few quiet moments for yourself. Breathe in all the season has to offer, and find the joy in the little things. Just noticing the changing rhythm and being present in the moment is all anyone can expect and ask for!

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