Personal Winter

Being described as moody, emotional, intense, and fiery

my whole life made me feel

like there was something wrong with me.

Being described as moody, emotional, intense (my fave), and fiery my whole life made me feel like there was something wrong with me. I wanted to hide all of these things and be stoic, emotionless, not give a shit about anything, calm, peaceful, and zen. Well guess what? That shit didn't happen and I am owning who I am, except I am doing it with more understanding.

Believe me it's not easy being spirited and mouthy, because when you are not those things you are quiet, introspective, or removed from situations, people, or places. Then you are questioned with, "What's wrong?" My thought is, "Bitch, nothing! Isn't this what you have always wanted from me . . . to be serene, unremarkable, and hidden?"

It really doesn't matter, because the only person you need to make happy, or answer to, is yourself. I say all of this because winter is approaching and as we wrap up Autumn in the Northeast, the trees become barren, empty, and fruitless, and we are reminded of the death and darkness that is winter. I used to hate winter, but now I appreciate and honor it soooo very much.

It really doesn't matter, because the only person you need to make happy, or answer to, is yourself.

Winter is not just a season it is a personal experience of gaining wisdom by going inward and sitting in the dark quiet of your mind and soul, to gather information, and to rest and nourish your body. I appreciate sleeping in later, cooking hearty meals, sitting under a cozy blanket on the couch, reading more books, and journaling about all of my dreams and aspirations.

Winter is not just a season

it is a personal experience of gaining wisdom.

Winter brings a very profound space to me and I would love for you to think about all that winter brings in to your life. Below I have included some spiritual information about winter and some tips for how to make your Personal Winter meaningful and productive without feeling like you're doing anything taxing, yet being in your power.

Winter Witchery

Winter Solstice: December 21, 2020

The shortest period of daylight and the longest night of the year (So.Much.Darkness.)

Festival: Yule - Rebirth

A turning point and the time of the first planted seed

The Evergreen Tree is used to symbolize everlasting life amidst the death and darkness

Represented by:

• The North

• The Crone/Wise Woman

• The Dark Moon

• Holly - Bring nature spirits into your home

• Wreath - The Wheel of the Year, no beginning and no ending

Colors:

• White

• Red

• Green

Winter Diffuser Blend:

• 5 drops pine essential oil

• 3 drops peppermint essential oil

• 4 drops cinnamon essential oil

Crystals:

• Clear Quartz

• Lemon Quartz

• Snow Quartz

• Snowflake Obsidian

• Black Onyx

• Peridot

• Garnet

• Bloodstone

• Ruby

Herbs:

• Thyme - Courage

• Lavender - Happiness

• Basic or Mint - Banish Darkness

• Frankincense- Purification & Protection

Spiritual Space Items:

• Antlers

• A representation of the Sun

• Cloves

• Mistletoe

• Wreath

Affirmations:

• I am strong.

• I am light filled.

• There is abundance in the world, and I shall receive all that I need.

We would love to hear about your Personal Winter . . . traditions, plans, spirit work, recipes, etc. Share in the comments or share our blog with a friend this may resonate with.

With so much gratitude ~

✌🏽💜🙂

Spiritual Spunk