The Winter Solstice. - The Longest Night
Hello, tonight we welcome the Winter Solstice.
The winter solstice, the shortest day and longest night of the year, holds deep spiritual significance. It’s a time of introspection, renewal, and the symbolic rebirth of light. This natural turning point invites us to reflect on the past year and hold onto a hopeful anticipation of brighter days ahead.
The winter solstice, often celebrated as a symbol of the sun’s rebirth, signifies a fresh start and new beginnings. It reminds us that even after the longest night, light will return, offering hope and positive change. This rebirth resonates with our own lives, encouraging introspection and personal transformation. The long night of the solstice provides an opportunity for deep contemplation and reflection on the past year, allowing us to acknowledge growth, release what no longer serves us, and prepare for the year ahead.
Connecting with the natural world and its rhythms of growth and rest during the solstice fosters harmony with the cycles of life. This connection inspires a sense of reverence for the Earth and our place within it. The return of the sun after the solstice symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness, offering hope for the future. It serves as a reminder that even in the deepest darkness, there is always light and the promise of new beginnings.
There are many crystals that evoke feelings of warmth and light and can provide comfort during times of darkness. Here are just a few examples:
Pink Amethyst: Love – Healing - Kindness
Pink Amethyst is a stone of deep emotional healing. The frequency of Pink Amethyst connects to the heart, third eye and crown chakras. It stimulates these chakras so that one is open to giving and receiving love and friendship. The soft but powerful energy of Pink Amethyst enhances intuition and empowerment. It is a high vibration stone that promotes a positive self-image, kindness to oneself and others, and encourages one to express themselves and be open to others. Pink Amethyst is said to be beneficial for anyone healing from past trauma.
Carnelian: Creativity – Ambition - Confidence
Carnelian is known as the ‘Stone of Action’. It is a high energy crystal that helps restore vitality and motivation. It stimulates creativity for new pursuits, strengthens concentration, and brings out undiscovered talents. Carnelian is a crystal of leadership and courage and is believed to help timid speakers become both eloquent and bold. Carnelian gives one the self-confidence, courage, and determination to achieve success in business and other pursuits. It also provides mental clarity to aid decision-making and overcome procrastination.
Orchid Calcite: Growth – Creativity – Inner Peace
Orchid Calcite, also known as the "Stone of Promise", is a variety of Calcite, often with a delicate orange hue, prized for its metaphysical properties and beauty. It is believed to encourage personal growth, creativity, and a positive outlook on life. It is associated with easing fears and worries, amplifying and cleansing energy, and promoting a sense of inner peace and alignment with higher energies.
Regardless of your chosen method for celebrating the Winter Solstice, remember to be kind to yourself and take some time to reflect on the potential opportunities and aspirations for the upcoming year, and let your light shine on this Darkest of Nights.
Crystal Blessings, Susan
