Posts tagged ritual
How to Simplify Christmas

Christmas can easily feel complicated, busy, and overwhelming. Many of us feel the need to create lavish celebrations , buy gifts for all our loved ones, and participate in a bevy of parties. I have been re-reading Unplug the Christmas Machine, and the authors share three wise methods to simplifying Christmas: make gift-giving easier; focus on what you value; and add activities that create feelings of harmony, love, and laughter.

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Reconnect with the Christmas Spirit

The Christmas Machine can be anxiety-producing and create feelings of overwhelm and dis-ease. We forget what we really want for Christmas. To help you reconnect with the Spirit of Christmas, here are a few self-reflections. Gain clarity on how much work you do at Christmas, and how much of it brings you joy. Create a list of things that bring you joy, hope, and light during the darkest days of the year.

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Altar Magic

Create a magical altar at home. Altar Magic begins with understanding what an altar is. You also need to have a clear intent when making an altar. Are you creating an altar for alignment or for manifesting? Learn how to prepare your sacred space, where to put an altar, how to gather sacred objects, and how to decorate your altar. Be sure to ‘feed’ your altar with you attention and intention.

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Celebrate Winter Solstice And align with the season

When we take time to appreciate the benefits and challenges of this unique moment in time, we embrace our place in the cosmos. We know we are in relationship to the Sun and the Earth. We belong here. When we celebrate the Winter Solstice, we honor darkness and celebrate light. We tune into seasonal markers of change. We invite our body, mind, and soul to align with here, and now.

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