Season of Darkness and Introspection

Now in this season of darkness, reminds us that we really are a part of nature. We feel like staying in, sleeping more and eating a little extra. Our bodies’ natural tendency is to gain an extra layer of fat (insulation of course ) to keep us warm in these cozy winter months. Ahhhh, a great season for a little hibernation time…

For years, I have fought this feeling of slowing down (especially with my natural tendency towards non-stop action, ha ha), however for the first time this year I realize that the fighting of this natural flow of nature and thus of our own inner rhythms is how we involuntarily release our precious energy.

During these cold winter months it is the time to ‘turn inwards’ and take reflection of ourselves and of our lives. These times of darkness allow for a time of discovery of the treasures that lie within us, just waiting to be discovered. It is a season abundant with introspection and insight. What do we want? What do we need?  Does what we want serve our highest good and the highest good of others? Do these things bring us happiness, bliss and Joy?