The Winter Solstice is a turning point when the Sun, representing our inner fire and vitality, goes through its darkest point. Just like the last hours of the waning moon are mostly good for clearing out and finishing up business, the Winter Solstice is perfect for drawing conclusions, honoring the year that has passed, and getting ready for a new cycle.

December 21st is the highest transformational point and it is the perfect time for rituals that help us end one cycle and move into another. If you have no time today, the next two weeks are still good for these rituals, all the way through January 14. On January 15th, the Sun will enter Capricorn and a new cycle for the Sun will begin. The “light” half of the year, leading toward the Summer Solstice, is considered more auspicious for new beginnings, such as marriage, opening a business, launching projects, etc.

Here are 9 Transformative Winter Solstice Rituals for this special day

1. Disconnect, unplug, and cancel out all the noise. This is a time to go deep within. Slow down; it is time to be still and listen deeply for hints and messages from the Universe.

2. Reflect on the year that has passed. Think back to every month of 2024 and what you did then. Collect all the goodness from each month and focus on that.

3. Make a list of everyone and everything you're grateful for this year. This sets you up for another year of prosperity. You can express gratitude through presents, words, or simply thoughts. Thank all the people and teachers who have helped you along the way.

4. Clean the space, declutter, and make room for new experiences and new beginnings that are about to unfold for you. You are about to embark on a new year, so it's better to do it in the right state of mind and in the right environment.

5. Light a candle or a fireplace, and look at the fire. This ancient technique connects you to your inner sun and the light within.

6. Your inner Sun lights up your soul. During this special day, you can cut through all the noise and hear your soul. What does it want? What is your purpose? Why are you here? The Sun answers all of these questions in the chart. It helps to know your Sun position, sign, house, nakshatra, and navamsha placement. These contain keys to your self-alignment on a deep level.

7. Living according to the needs of your soul is a path to deep contentment in life. Disconnection from the soul is the path to depression. So use this special day to connect with yourself deeply.

8. This is the time to let go of bad habits, addictions, and everything that you were too busy to give up due to habitual behavior. You can make a leap today.

9. If you are open to it, you can meditate or chant mantras. Meditations are deep and powerful on this day.

   
   

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