The Winter Solstice

Dec 14

Written By Arthur

Hello. This is Arthur. Welcome to this guided meditation session, The Winter Solstice. The Winter Solstice is a very special and very sacred day at which the fading lights of the winter sun bring about a new solar cycle. Other than being the shortest day and the longest night of the year, the Winter Solstice marks an important turning point. It is an ideal time to look within, see what is working for us, and what is no longer serving us.

Only through introspection do we get to learn more about our emotions and motivations. It is also the time to choose a direction for our lives by setting intentions and mapping out a vision for the days ahead. Today, we embrace our inner selves by letting our feelings set intentions and guide us to fulfillment and happiness. Before we begin, find yourself somewhere private, where your solitude will not be disturbed to the session.

You are free to choose a position that your body feels most comfortable. If possible, lay down flat on your back with your palms facing downwards. You may pause the session and give your body some time to settle in and relax. Once you're feeling up to it, set the intention to stay awake while simply healing at this moment, then gently close your eyes and turn your attention inward. For the moment, just stay with your breath and follow its rise and fall through your belly. Notice a sense of build-up on every inhale and a sense of release on each exhale.

Just leave your attention with your breath as you further relax. Don't feel the need to change it or even pass any judgment on the nature of your breath, as it happens right now. Let every inhale naturally fall into an exhale and every exhale rise into a gentle inhale. Just relax and let your breath serve as an anchor in this session, gently tethering you to the present moment, away from the noise in your head, and the noise outside, keeping your mind from wandering away into the stream of racing thoughts. Feel every breath as it cycles through your body and let it be the rich and rewarding experience that it is. Now, gently allow your awareness to move deeper into your body.

Notice how the body reacts, the relaxing breath. Scan your awareness through your body. See how each limb and each muscle responds to the deep cleansing breaths. Stay with a limb like an arm or leg, and notice a sense of relaxation and lightness build with each inhale and notice a release of tension with each exhale. Gently sense through your body to see where you can relax even more deeply right now, and stay with that area and let the cleansing cycle of your breath heal the discomfort away.

Now, gently open your mind's eye to a beautiful sunset. The mood is calm, as a warm orange glow with shades of blue and red dominate the sky. Looking out to the horizon, you notice the water seems unusually calm and pleasant this evening. You stand along a vast coastline with your feet firmly pressed into the warm, sun-kissed sands, of this quiet, empty and private beach.

The breeze shows rather cool but gentle as it touches the bare skin on your hands and cheek. Breathing in this relaxing air, the aroma of the sea salt reinvigorates the energy within you, waking you up and grounding you into the present. You hear the palm trees buckle and dance at the will of the sea breeze as the water moves back and forth along the coast, gently kissing the shoreline before retreating back into itself. The setting sun captures you as its aura swirls in a hypnotic fashion. You could watch and be here forever, but as the fading sunlight gives away to the night sky, you are reminded that you're here for a reason. There’s a rather large boat stranded here on the beach, waiting for the rising tide to take it back on to the sea.

The boat belongs to you, and in this boat is all the baggage you've brought with you so far in life. In it are present all of your attachments in life, all your commitments, your happiness, your regrets and all your fears. You enjoy the view as you wait and embrace the twilight as the day bleeds into the nightfall. It's finally dark and the night sky is upon us.

You sit by and large, campfire not too far from the boat, catching its pleasant warmth and light. Your body is relaxed and your mind is rooted in the present. It is time we move past the silence. It is time to reflect and prioritize, letting go of everything redundant, releasing the stagnant energy and leaving it behind in space and time.

Anything inhibiting the growth of the wonderful force of miracles that is your life. Take your time and allow anything and everything to resurface in your mind, as you hear the following words: The blessing of renewal shines through me now. The blessing of renewal shines through me now. The blessing of renewal shines through me now.

Now imagine standing before a large fire pit, and imagine everything that just resurfaced in your mind, manifested as physical objects, anything at all you wish to let go of anything no longer serving your interest. It could be a relationship that is no longer worthy of pursuit. Any ideas or projects that are no longer viable? It could be something material in your possession, something you're better off not having at all.

Anything at all that you wish to leave behind. Simply cast into the fire before you. Surrender this stagnant energy to the Winter Solstice. One by one, releasing all attachments from your life. Now follow my voice and repeat after me:

I embrace the light that washes away my fears.

I trust in the fate I'm destined for.

I'll let go of my fears.

I'll let go of my resentment.

I let go of my anger.

I let go of my anxiety, as I move through this portal in time.

I trust my intuition.

I release and let go of all contemplations of yesterday.

Now take a deep breath in and exhale through the mouth. Clarity is upon you now with the shadows of the past filtered out. You are free to embrace the inner self by recognizing that you are one with the source. Allow your awareness to fall deeper within. Look for the dawn of a new light source. Stimulating new thought. New awareness. New information. And new, vibrant, potent energy. Picture a bright orb of glowing white light to guide your awareness as you turn it within yourself.

Let this big, bright orb reflect the will of your soul, then give it a loving voice to speak your desires that you are unaware of. Let it speak and give you direction. Show you the path you destined to follow. Notice any emotion present at this moment. Let them give you direction as well. Where do you see yourself in the next three seasons?

What do you see yourself doing by the next winter? What would you like to do with your time? What could you change to align your direction with your desires and motivation? Don't let any anxiety or judgments hamper your imagination. The path you're setting yourself to follow is the path of least resistance. Tap into your sense of eagerness and intent.

Know that you are going to accomplish whatever it is you wish to accomplish. Let your inner voice guide you into the light. Set the intention to conquer all your fears. And welcome the new energy into your existence. The energy of springtime is the one that makes leaves, fruits, and flowers. The energy of rebirth and renewal.

Picture a tree standing tall in the scorching heat of the full summer, enduring the burning sunlight only to move into the coldness of the fall. Imagine being that tree firmly rooted into the fertile ground beneath with your trunk and branches reaching out to capture the sun, protecting the fragile life, relying on the protection of your shade and the nourishment of your roots.

What would it look like to use what you've learned in gathered and experience during spring and summer? Would this growth be visible from the outside? Or would it only take place at a fundamental level? Learn about this tree and imagine traveling deeper and deeper into yourself, into your roots. The tide has now risen and it's time to push the boat back into the ocean and lower the sails.

It's time we sail away into the next season and see what future awaits us. Now let us use this moment in time as a portal and manifest possible change. Follow my voice. Listen to these words carefully and repeat them after me:

I am the darkness of the winter nights.

I am the warmth of the summer lights.

The gift of divine light shines bright through me.

I recognize and honor the value of silence and solitude.

I deserve good things in life.

I let go of my past.

I am free from the burdens of my past.

I am letting go of everything that no longer serves me.

I don't live with any regrets.

Making decisions come easily to me.

I own my choices that I've made in my life.

All I need to bring about the desired in change my life is well within me.

I alone am more than enough.

My judgment is impartial.

My judgment is accurate.

My judgment yields fruitful results.

I forgive myself all transgressions in my past.

I forgive myself for not being perfect.

I recognize that I don't have to be perfect.

It is human to make mistakes.

I own the mistakes I make and I learn from them.

I never let my pain go to waste

Never let my pain go to waste.

I accept my past for exactly as it was.

I am choosing to move forward.

I am leaving anger and resentment behind me.

I am leaving all anger and resentment behind me.

I am not holding anger or resentment from myself or others.

I shall honor the promises I have made to myself and to others.

I shall honor the promises I've made to myself and to others.

When I search for guidance, I only need to look within myself.

I let my intuition guide me.

I trust my intuition and my judgment.

I feel proud of the distance I have conquered so far.

I feel proud of the distance I have conquered so far. I appreciate my strengths.

I appreciate my strengths.

I am strong.

I am confident.

I am motivated.

I love myself for who I am today.

I love the person that I am slowly becoming.

I have a lot love for everyone and everything.

I have a lot of love for everyone and everything.

My love is for all.

My love is unconditional.

I am open to both giving and receiving love.

There’s a lot of love in my future.

There's a lot of love in my future.

I walk towards love and hope.

I have gratitude for this winter for its silent wisdom.

I move to the warmth and compassion of the spring.

I moved to the warmth and compassion of the spring.

I am open and receptive to all possible experiences life has to offer.

I am open to experiencing the highs and lows the future has for me.

I shall remain persistent with my goals and ambitions in life.

I am an unstoppable force of nature.

I respect and welcome the change of seasons.

I say goodbye to the last the winter’s cold with gratitude.

I say goodbye to the last of the winter's cold with gratitude.

I welcome the fresh start with hope in my heart.

I accept and celebrate myself for who I am today.

I am growing into my true self. I am growing into my true self.

I have the strength to endure another long winter if I had to.

I trust myself. I trust myself.

I trust the universe for the future it has for me.

Now let these words sink deep within yourself.

Feel them reverberating from a place of truth.

Feel a sense of trust, confidence and certainty in your heart.

Know that you have the wisdom and all the answers you desire.

And should you seek them by looking within, they shall reveal themselves.

Put your trust in the universe and in your own intuition, and have faith.

And now, when you feel ready, take a few deep breaths. Become aware of your surroundings, and stretching your body if you feel like it. Let's bring this session to an end. You may open your eyes now and bring a smile to your face. Thank you for practicing with me today. Also, don't forget to like, share and subscribe to this channel. And so next time. Have fun.

Arthur https://psychicarthur.com

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