{"id":7174,"date":"2021-12-21T08:00:49","date_gmt":"2021-12-21T08:00:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/psychictoday.com\/blog\/?p=7174"},"modified":"2021-12-20T17:48:54","modified_gmt":"2021-12-20T17:48:54","slug":"winter-solstice-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/psychictoday.com\/blog\/2021\/12\/21\/winter-solstice-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"The Winter Solstice – 21st December 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Winter Solstice – 21st December 2021<\/h1>\n

This year, the annual event<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0of the Winter <\/strong>Solstice<\/strong> <\/span>is occurring on the 21st December 2021, <\/strong>at 3:58 pm<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

In the Northern Hemisphere<\/strong>, the Solstice signifies the shortest day but the year\u2019s longest night<\/strong>. Therefore, the Sun is slowly getting stronger again from this point onwards. Slowly, but surely, it\u2019s getting warmer<\/strong>!<\/span><\/p>\n

In Pagan tradition<\/strong><\/a>, the Winter Solstice marked the death and rebirth of the Sun King<\/strong>. It was a significant festival to our ancestors, who wanted to celebrate the winter transitioning to spring!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Yule and the Winter Solstice<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Yule<\/strong> was traditionally celebrated for 12 days<\/strong><\/a>, commencing on the Winter Solstice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The holiday\u2019s purpose was to give thanks to the Gods and celebrate the changing seasons<\/strong> around you. Finally, the sun was on its way back after a long and likely challenging winter, bringing the return of the fertile land<\/strong> and more prosperous months<\/strong>!<\/span><\/p>\n

Winter crops were harvested to make a big banquet<\/strong> to share with loved ones. Trees were also traditionally decorated<\/strong> with pine cones. I\u2019m sure this is all beginning to sound very familiar!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

After Christianity became widespread, Yule was adapted to suit the Christian religion. This is why the are many similarities in the festivities of Yuletide and Christmas<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In addition, how about the Yule Log<\/strong>? Did you know this custom dates back to medieval times?<\/span><\/p>\n

Initially, it was not a cake but an actual tree! First, they would bring it into their home for firewood. Then, they would place it bit by bit on the fire, lighting it with the ashes<\/strong> of the previous years\u2019 log.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The entire bit of tree would keep the fire burning for the full 12 days. This was believed to entice the sun\u2019s return<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Celtic druids<\/strong> were known to cut mistletoe<\/strong>, as it was believed to bring on the lighter seasons and expel evil spirits from home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Spiritual Significance<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The winter is a time for rest and relaxation<\/strong>. Yet, the darkness prompts us to slow down, spend more time in solitude<\/strong> and reflection<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We can harness the change of season by bringing our awareness<\/strong> to nature\u2019s cycles and aligning<\/strong> this with our personal growth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Therefore, as winter begins to fade, this is a great time to bring a conclusion<\/strong> to all our self-reflection. So, spend the rest of these winter months going inward<\/strong>! This will prepare you for the brighter, lighter and busier spring months.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

There is great energy<\/strong> around us at this time. During the Solstice, the axis of the Earth actually pauses, shifts and then spins in the opposite direction.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Therefore, this is a great time to consider changing direction<\/strong> in some areas of your life, as well as being a great time to plan for the future!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Give thanks for what has been and reflect on what you want to change. Spring is a fantastic time to fulfil these manifestations<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The rest of the winter season can be considered preparation<\/strong> for what\u2019s to come!<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Winter Solstice – 21st December 2021 This year, the annual event\u00a0of the Winter Solstice is occurring on the 21st December 2021, at 3:58 pm. In the Northern Hemisphere, the Solstice signifies the shortest day but the year\u2019s longest night. Therefore, the Sun is slowly getting stronger again from this point onwards. Slowly, but surely,…<\/p>\n

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