Ritual
Valentine's Day is now recognized through most of the world as a day to honor those you love. There are many legends and myths about its origins and different traditions around the globe. In the post we give a little bit about the Christian myths around Valentine's Day and some traditions from countries around the world.
Winter Solstice is coming soon at 5:30AM on December 22, 2011. From that moment forward, the Sun will be out for longer each day in the Northern Hemisphere. It is on its way "back". In this post we'll go over some of the early solstice celebrations and then outline some rituals you can practice on your own. There are alot of traditions that work these rituals into their lives. There's a few for you to choose from.
For many years now I have started my day off with a gratutied journal. It's a simple but peaceful process. I get my coffee, sit in a chair, light a candle and open my journal for a new day. This simple act helps me to focus on the things that are important in my life. It helps me to be in alignmen with my values and direction, and sets the tone for my day. With Thanksgiving approaching, I've naturally been thinking about gratutide and thankfulness in general, and I wanted to share some ideas with you to help you connect to your hightst way of standing in the world.
