Yin Season

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Booklist:Yin Magic: How to be Still by Sarah Robinson Crow Moon: Reclaiming the Wisdom of the Dark Woods by Lucy H. Pearce The Mistress of Longing by Wendy Havlir Cherry Winter: A celebration of nature and seasonal change in the Pacific Northwest by Walter McKee Shriner Weathering Winter A Gardener’s Daybook  by Carl KlausThe Wheel of the Year: An Illustrated Guide to Nature's Rhythms by Fiona Cook (Author), Jessica Roux (Illustrator)Thanks for listening!Find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/naturecrone/Or muddling through Substack https://substack.com/@natureandcrone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This episode has self reflection questions to consider. Thanks for listening!Find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/naturecrone/Or muddling through Substack https://substack.com/@natureandcrone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Here's a few YouTube channels to get started exploring these practices. I am not affiliated with these sites in any way but have used all of them and feel they are professional and safe.Yin YogaYoga by KassandraYin Yoga with KatieQi Gong and Tai ChiQigong for VitalityYoqi Yoga and QigongBegin with Breath Tai ChiTaiflowThanks for listening!Find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/naturecrone/Or muddling through Substack https://substack.com/@natureandcrone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The books mentioned:Children's booksOwl Moon by Jane YolenThe Tomton by Astrid LindgrenWinter by Gerda Muller-a little picture book with no words but a favorite of ours The Winter Solstice by Ellen Jackson Adult booksYule rituals, lore and recipes for the winter season by LlewellynThe Old Magic of Christmas: Yuletide Traditions for the Darkest Days of the Year by Linda RaedischThe Winter Solstice: The Sacred Traditions of Christmas by John Matthews and Caitlín MatthewsHere's the link for the 12 days of Yule celebrations Happy Winter Solstice!Thanks for listening!Find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/naturecrone/Or muddling through Substack https://substack.com/@natureandcrone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode shares a variety of things that may bring you joy. Some things are mundane, others special. I hope it will get you thinking about simple things that can make your day better.The poem shared today by me:WinteringA time for lingeringA time for warmingA time for restingA time for calmingA time for you-ingThanks for listening!Find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/naturecrone/Or muddling through Substack https://substack.com/@natureandcrone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Throwing in a bonus episode of an excerpt from Mary Oliver's Winter Hours that I felt was relevant and a good reminder to "notice" during this slow season.Find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/naturecrone/Or muddling through Substack https://substack.com/@natureandcrone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here's a few movie ideas for the slow seasonAn Affair to Remember 1957White Christmas 1954Little WomenThe HolidayLove ActuallyWhen Harry Met SallyMoonstruckThe Age of AdelineMama MiaMy Neighbor TotoroEmmet Otter's Jug Band Christmas 1977A Charlie Brown ChristmasFind me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/naturecrone/I'm muddling my way though over on Substack https://substack.com/@natureandcrone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I share 6 books perfect for wintering.I encourage everyone to check your library for these books, buy local at indie bookstores, or maybe buy used. The Wintering Well: A Cozy Guide to Finding Joy in the Quiet Season: 24 Short Mindfulness Readings, Reflections, Recipes & Rituals for Winter Wellness by Akram KHELAIFIA , SARAH KHELAIFIA (I found this book in Kindle Unlimited)The Little Book of Hygge: Danish Secrets to Happy Living (The Happiness Institute Series)by Meik Wiking Thriftbooks link Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Timesby Katharine MayKingfisher Books link (my favorite indie bookstore located in Washington just in case you needed an indie bookstore to support)The Joy of Wintering: How to Rest, Reconnect and Rejuvenate with Creativity and Conscious Livingby Erin Niimi Longhurst Return The Sacred Art of Coming Home to Yourself by Molly RemerEtsy linkA Thousand Morningsby Mary OliverCan often be found at libraries or check your local indie bookstore.Find me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/naturecrone/I'm just getting started on Substack https://substack.com/@natureandcroneI have no idea what I'm doing there yet but sharing a few things while I figure it out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a bonus episode on thoughts on reducing holiday stress specifically regarding your time and gift giving.Check me out on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/naturecrone/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I talk about changes in nature, light, and connecting with nature.More information about SAD can be found here for those that may need it.https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/seasonal-affective-disorderHomemade bird feeder ideas: (not affiliated in any way)https://www.thespruce.com/diy-bird-feeder-8603779 https://www.birds.cornell.edu/k12/make-your-own-feeder/I share poetry from the book Return The Sacred Art of Coming Home to Yourself by Molly Remer which can be found hereHer website has many wonderful resources as well https://www.30daysofgoddess.com/Find me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/naturecrone/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Yin Season. A winter seasonal podcast to embrace the dark season, slow down, and take care of yourself.This is a fun project, no sponsors or affiliate links. Anything shared is just a gesture of support for fellow artists, small businesses, and authors. Find me on Instagram @naturecronehttps://www.instagram.com/naturecrone/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.