12/21/2025
The winter solstice has always been one of my favorite days. Growing up in Alaska, it was a true celebration of light returning. Fireworks, festivals, and the collective joy of knowing the longest night had passed. When you live in deep winter, even a little more light matters.
Solstice reminds us that cycles matter. Winter is not a season for forcing clarity. It is a season of rest, discernment, and deep listening.
These animal allies have been walking with me through this solstice.
🐻 Bear teaches strength through stillness. Winter asks us to pull our energy inward, rest deeply, and trust that not everything needs to be decided right now.
🐺 Wolf reminds us that while it is known as a pack animal, it is also skilled at walking alone. This is a season to trust yourself, listen inward, and let intuition guide you when the path feels quiet.
🐦⬛ Raven moves in the in between. Winter is a time of dreams, signs, and subtle messages. Not everything is meant to make sense yet.
🐍➡️🐎 As we close a Snake year of shedding and prepare for the momentum of a Horse year ahead, this solstice feels like a bridge.
Rest where you need to.
Release what you cannot carry.
The movement is coming.