The Winter Season and New Rituals

It's that time of year again. A new me, new attitude sentiment getting thrown around.  Something in me is ready for this.  This change of season, this year. 
I normally don't do resolutions, but this year I'm heading into 2024 with a whole new attitude, and I hear myself saying, "I'm here for this." Past thoughts had me thinking winter is so daunting, cold, no life outside.  Until a client told me about this podcast, a phrase called Wintering.
https://open.spotify.com/episdode/3g9FrSfrZfa5I3GIE10pCX?si=pidmuNnWRpa80NKrrdwIVg
THIS was something I could totally vibe with.
The thought of hunkering down.  Hibernating, staying cozy.  Eating nourishing meals, reading, sleeping a little more.  This was just the thing this girl needed.  A self care kind of vacation.  I needed this! I craved this. 
Let's face it. We're here, we might as well embrace this hygge lifestyle, enjoy the cold dark nights, stay home more.  Indulge in self care rituals, like taking a bath, lighting some candles, going to bed earlier.  This is our time to make time for ourselves, to renew and repair our body, mind and soul.
This new month, I'm all about wellness and self care.  Here are some small steps to take you into this wintering season.
Take a bath, adding some oils, moisturizing with shea butter, or try a self massage.  Morning stretches, or yoga, light a candle. Take a tea break during the day. Mindfully drink it for just a few minutes.  Taking a in and out breath.  Make a stew, soup or roast. Go to bed a little earlier and wake up a little early.  Journal. Take time to slow down, and find the warmth and comfort in the season.
Happy new year!

*Kripalu has a 30 day journaling challenge that I'm going to participate in.  Let me know if you do it!