The Winter Solstice, a time for deep introspection, marks the beginning of the longest night of the year. It is a moment to connect with the darkness, reflect on the cycle of life and find the inner light that guides us through the darkness.
Yule is presented as a celebration deeply rooted in Celtic and Nordic traditions, a winter event that honors renewal and the strength of light. The longest night of the year served as a turning point to celebrate the triumph of the sun. Today, its symbols endure in Christmas decorations and the cycle that marks the New Year, showcasing an enduring ancestral legacy.
The December 21 solstice offers a unique opportunity: the Northern Hemisphere experiences the longest night, while the South celebrates the most extended day. This global dynamic reflects a cycle that invites introspection and expansion. Capricorn, Saturnalia, and ancestral traditions converge to remind us of the human capacity to align with nature, renew motivations, and find balance.
The summer solstice, an astronomical phenomenon marking the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, signals the beginning of the summer season and ushers in the Cancer season, a period rich in astronomical, cultural and emotional significance.
During the winter solstice, as the sun enters Capricorn, we’re presented with a phase of introspection and spiritual renewal. This period is pivotal in understanding our inner truths and fostering significant personal and collective growth.
As the solstices herald a new cycle on Earth, they offer us the chance to embark on a journey of self-discovery and renewal. These moments are ideal for reflecting on our experiences, integrating learning, and opening up to new possibilities. May the solstices inspire you to deeply connect with the magic of life, celebrating both moments of stillness and brilliant expression.
Christmas as it is known today was invented in the 19th century. Because of how little the sun’s declination varies around the winter solstice and how it seems to remain motionless at the celestial equator, this phenomenon is known as the still sun.
