Episode 57: The Real Roots of Christmas: Solstice, Witchcraft & the Forgotten English Traditions

This solo episode with Becky dives beneath the Christmas lights and tinsel to reveal the much older magic this season is built on. We go back to England’s native spiritual roots, the pre-Celtic, land-based, water-honouring traditions that shaped the Wheel of the Year long before the Church arrived.Discover:why England’s original spirituality wasn’t actually Celticthe sacred role of underground water, springs and wellshow the Wheel of the Year formed from the Sun, the land and survivalhow and why the Church hijacked Solstice festivalsthe difference between the 21st and 25th Decemberthe witchy, shamanic roots of our modern Christmas traditionsand why being conscious at this time of year matters more than everThis isn’t about rejecting Christmas, it’s about remembering the truth beneath it. The old magic. The returning light. The women, witches and waters that carried these traditions long before they had names.A cosy, thought-provoking, deeply grounding episode to accompany you through the darkest nights and into the return of the Sun. Did you know you can subscribe to this podcast so that it automatically downloads the next episode for you?You can check out our respective websites and social media here:Becky:www.instagram.com/therosealmanacwww.therosealmanac.comLaura:www.soulsanctuarystudios.comwww.lauraclaytonwellness.com