In this guide we have collected advice for making the most of the Winter Solstice, with health practices, rituals and well-being
The coldest season of the year is about to begin! The Winter Solstice, June 20, 2024, marks the beginning of winter and the Sun’s entry into the Cancer sign. This is a special time for introspection, renewal and connection with our emotions and roots.
On the other hand, it is time to pay more attention to your health and institute special treatments to keep your immunity high.
In this guide we’ve compiled information and tips for making the most of the Winter Solstice, including health practices, rituals and wellness tips.
What is that Winter solstice
OR Winter solsticecelebrated between June 20th and 25th in the southern hemisphere and between December 20th and 25th in the northern hemisphere, it is the time when sunlight falls with least force in the hemisphere in question, marking the height of winter.
The Winter and Summer Solstices occur due to the Earth’s rotation and translation phenomena, in which sunlight is distributed unevenly between the two hemispheres.
Therefore, the Winter Solstice is the shortest day of the year and the longest night, symbolizing a period of meditation and preparation for the renewal that Spring will bring.
The word solstice is of Latin origin (solstice) and means “point where the sun’s path appears not to move“.
This name is associated with the idea that there should be the Sun stationarysince the solstices are points of the ecliptic in which the Sun reaches its maximum (summer solstice) and minimum (winter solstice) position away from the equator.
When winter begins
Winter begins on the day of the Winter Solstice which, in 2024, here in the southern hemisphere, will be June 20th, more precisely at 5.51pm Brasilia time. At the same time that the The Sun enters the sign of Cancer.
The season lasts until September 22, at 9:44 am, when the vernal equinox occurs and the season begins. Libra month.
It is worth remembering that in the Northern Hemisphere, the Summer Solstice is celebrated on June 20th.
The importance of the Winter Solstice
More than a date on the calendar, the Winter Solstice has great importance in different cultures and studies around the world.
The ancients symbolically associated the Winter Solstice with birth and rebirth.
Therefore, famous ancient monuments (such as Newgrange, Stonehenge, and Machu Pichu) are aligned with the sunrise or sunset of the Winter Solstice, and many cultures celebrate this moment with important festivals.
For the Celts the Winter Solstice is the time of Yule ritualaimed at releasing blocks that prevent people from achieving desired results in everyday life.
Furthermore, with the entry of Sun in Cancer, we are inspired to nurture our family relationships and create an inspiring environment at home. Therefore, this is the time to return to our emotional roots and be with those we love.
The energy of winter
OR winter is related to the female cycle, bringing the energy of introspection and meditation. This is a good time to rest and connect with your spirituality and inner needs. Watch three notable movements at the station:
1 – Increase Non-Action Time
Set aside moments in your day to simply do nothing, simply observe life around you. This helps balance life, offering rest and rest. Also, disconnect from routine and the Internet, dedicating time to yourself.
2 – Loneliness
Learn to appreciate solitude by reducing the intensity of the stimuli around you. Reduce how often you check messages and activities. In this sense, this is the time to connect with what really matters, finding inner peace and silence.
3 – Dream
Allow yourself to dream and create new perspectives. Winter is a fertile time for planting seeds of dreams and desires. So, let your mind wander and imagine scenarios and possibilities. This can bring new ideas and soften the weight of reality.
Winter solstice and health
Second Chinese medicine, the Winter Solstice is a phase of greater reflection, with the challenge of preparing ourselves to flourish in the next season. But even though winter is a hibernation phase, more efficient internal movements are necessary to maintain energy and health.
With this in mind, here are some tips for staying healthy in winter:
- Yoga practices: practicing yoga in winter It can help warm the body and reduce the natural stiffness that occurs during this period.
- Hot water intake: Start your day with plain warm water or lemon to warm your body and improve digestion.
- Thermogenic teas: Ginger and cinnamon teas are great for warming and comforting.
- Foot bath: Placing herbs in a basin with warm water is a practice that will bring relaxation and will also promote balance in energy movement in all organs, energy channels and energy centers.
- Aromatherapy for Immunity: Some essential oils help strengthen immunity to avoid diseases and also to warm the body, such as cinnamon and ginger essential oil.
- Feeding in winter: According to Ayurveda, winter is dominated by Vata energy. Therefore, to maintain balance, warm, moist and nutritious foods, such as soups and herbal teas, are recommended. Here are tips for preparing for the cold.
Sex and intimacy in the cold
Sex in the cold? YES! Winter can be a great opportunity to explore intimacy in a closer and more loving way. Some foods and drinks, such as chocolate, wine and pepper, can increase sexual appetite and heat up the mood with your partner.
Additionally, ginger, cinchona (Quassia), ginseng and vanilla tea have stimulating properties that increase libido.
And one of the key moves to ensure that even if the weather gets colder, the same doesn’t happen to your relationship, is exercise.
- Aerobic exercises: Increase cardiac output, genital irrigation and endorphin production, improving self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Vaginal exercises (MAP): A Intimate gymnasticsmainly contractions of the vaginal muscles increase irrigation and sensitivity and can be practiced daily or before sexual intercourse.
Celebrate and ritualize the Winter Solstice
The Winter Solstice (Yule) ritual is known to awaken the courage needed to overcome obstacles. Called the Festival of Lights, as it is customary to light several bonfires, torches and candles that night, it is a celebration of the ancients for the rebirth of the Sun.
Performed by this ritual it can bring a deep cleansing of energy, the release of blockages and depth chakra healing and balancing. If you want to bring the energy of Yule, the Sun, into your home, you can include some elements in your decor:
- Bells: Female fertility symbols can be included in your decoration.
- Wreaths and garlands: They represent the solar wheel and the return of the sun.
- Red candles: They represent the ancient custom of the Yule bonfire, which was lit to give life and energy to the sun.
- Decorate trees and plants: place food, decorations and gifts nearby to thank the spirits and deities.
The Winter Solstice is a time of transformation and renewal. By incorporating these practices and inspirations into your routine, you can celebrate this date in a meaningful and beneficial way for your body and mind.
Enjoy this guide to getting ready and blooming in spring!
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