This Jungian Life Podcast SOLSTICE: Why is the longest night so magickal?
Dec 21, 2023
Delve into the winter solstice and its psychological aspects. Explore the connection between human beings and the winter season. Discover the symbolism of light and darkness. Learn about solstice traditions and the embodied experience. Explore the origins and symbolism of the winter solstice holiday. Discuss standing against the darkness and the power of dreams. Explore the symbolism of disfigurement in dreams and Norse mythology.
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Solstice Significance
- The winter solstice, celebrated globally, marks the return of light.
- This astronomical event holds deep psychological significance, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness.
Darkness and the Unconscious
- Darkness represents the unconscious, a source of both fear and potential.
- Humans are instinctively wary of the dark due to its association with vulnerability and the unknown.
Lisa's Solstice Moods
- Lisa Marciano noticed her low moods coincided with the winter solstice.
- This personal experience highlights the embodied impact of the darkest days.