9 simple ways to honor winter solstice (womb wisdom-style)

The longest night of the year is upon us. The energies of quiet, receptivity and stillness are palpable (if you listen beyond the frenzy of holiday preparations) and our bodies are attuned to this darkness in ways we might not realize. How are you honoring this time in your body and your life?So many of us have lost touch with the ancestral seasonal traditions that commonly harnessed the energy of the season to enrich our lives, that evoked meaning and depth from something that often is glossed over as just "the first day of winter" in modern times.But there is a power and a potency in this time of the year that we all have access to. And today's episode is an invitation to explore how you might be able to engage with this energy intentionally in 9 simple ways, with a dash of womb wisdom thrown in. Listen to this episode to learn:what winter solstice is (beyond the first day of winter)how winter solstice connects to the moon and your wombthe energetic qualities of winter solsticehow to engage meaningfully with this time of the year9 simple ways you can explore honoring the solstice (from self-reflection prompts to ideas for rituals to the importance of rest and beyond)Resources:Womb connection + clearing guided visualization (free)Today's shownotes: 9 ways to honor winter solsticeEpisode 1: What is womb wisdom?Episode 8: Exploring seasons + cycles in your body - SpringEpisode 34: What if your womb was an altar?Episode 42: Reclaim menstruation with rest, ritual + replenishmentEpisode 45: Embodying winter with Jade AlicandroIf you loved this episode, share it with a friend, or take a screenshot and share on social media and tag me @herbalwombwisdom.  And if you love this podcast, leave a rating & write a review! It's really helpful to get the show to more amazing humans like you.  ❤️DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only, I am not providing any medical advice, I am not a medical practitioner, I’m an herbalist and in the US, there is no path to licensure for herbalists, so my role is as an herbal educator. Please do your own research and consult your healthcare provider for any personal health concerns.Click here to send me a quick message :)