This is a week like no other, as those of us who are in the Northern Hemisphere get to experience the darkest days of the entire year. The Winter Solstice is scheduled to arrive on Saturday, December 21st, bringing that magic moment during which the days, once again, begin getting longer.
These darker days aren’t necessarily loved by many, as our bodies tend to be tired by the low exposure to light. Energetically speaking, however, these days are necessary, as they allow us to rest and reset. Colorful and nostalgic, Autumn is one of the most transformational seasons for nature, when the trees purposely push their leaves away, heralding a process of decay.
Like nature, we’re also being invited to push away what no longer serves us, physically, mentally, and spiritually, as a way to honor the darkest moments of the year. What transpired for you this past season? Regardless of the nature of your journey, it is now time to align with Spirit by honoring its natural cycles. If you’re craving alignment from within, the following ritual is for you.
HEAD outside for a walk in nature and purposely connect with the intelligence of the trees. Enjoy the colorful foliage that is all around you, discovering the magic of the season.
GRAB a few elements that call you, like leaves, pine cones, or tree branches as you head back inside.
PREPARE yourself a foot bath with warm water and salts, but before getting in…
BLESS your bath with the aid of Palo Santo as you feel the magic of the season paving the way for your transformation.
ADD the natural elements you picked up during your walk to the foot bath as you repeat the following mantra three times: “That nature’s intelligence guides me in removing from my mind, body, and spirit what no longer serves me as I transition to the season ahead.”
GET inside your bath now and begin relaxing as the warm salted water relaxes your muscles.
VISUALIZE the leaves working in tandem with the salts, melting any tension that might be stored in your entire body.
VISUALIZE yourself pushing away any fears that might have been lurking around your spirit, evacuating your aura in the form of black dust.
IMAGINE the water activating your body’s self-healing properties, casting a protective energy all over you, preparing you for the arrival of Winter.
END the ritual by practicing a moment of gratitude.
