Listening to the Land 4. Land-based Ceremony, Ritual and Vigil
Dec 18, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Angharad Wynne, a ceremonialist and writer devoted to Welsh land-based wisdom, teams up with Abel Pearson, a farmer and community leader from Glasbren. They share how seasonal rituals can deepen connections to the land and foster community. Topics include embracing midwinter traditions as a time for renewal and celebrating the interplay of farming and ceremony. The conversation highlights the importance of reviving ancestral practices, promoting emotional ties to nature, and creating joyful, inclusive rituals that honor seasonal changes.
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Angharad's Spiritual Journey
- Angharad Wynne's earliest spiritual experience occurred in the woods, fostering a reverence for nature.
- She later explored various spiritual practices, from high magic to Wicca, before returning to simpler traditions.
Abel's Connection to Nature
- Abel Pearson's childhood in Wales involved creating elaborate stories in the woods, connecting him to the land.
- A three-day vigil in the woods deepened his connection, revealing the power of everyday encounters with nature.
Gratitude Ritual
- During the pandemic, Abel and his son developed a ritual of expressing gratitude for the land.
- They'd carry gratitude-infused stones from the river to a cairn, symbolizing their relationship with the land.