Celebrate Winter Solstice and Yule

This Thursday December 21st is the Winter Solstice, marking the longest night of the year. It’s the first official day of winter and begins the season of Yule, which celebrates the rebirth of the Sun

On the Solstice the Sun appears to stand still, or in Latin solstitium.

In ancient times we would honor this time of darkness with rest. It’s ironic that today this is the busiest time of year for many.

The natural world is embracing stillness at this time, and to help us do the same, I’ve got some Yule ideas for your winter reset.

And remember, there are 12 days of Yule, so there is no rush to enjoy. This is a time to relax, reset and begin to settle in for the hibernation energy of winter.

1) Candles, Candles, Candles!

Candles play a central role in Yule celebrations. They symbolize the triumph of light over darkness and adding a warm, while literally illuminating festivities.

If you want to get colorful, White candles symbolize purity and the return of light, while green candles represent the evergreen aspect of Yule. Red candles can symbolize the…