

E9 Winter Holidays (2019)
Dec 17, 2019
Explore the origins and significance of winter holidays like Saturnalia, Yule, Christmas, and Hanukkah. Learn about creating personalized traditions and spiritual practices during this time. Discover the Roman festival Saturnalia and its transformation into Christmas. Delve into the Horned God in Wicca and the history of December 25th as Christmas Day. Uncover the Dongzi festival in China and the importance of personalizing winter holiday celebrations. Discuss disconnecting from technology to reconnect with loved ones.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Incorporating a Key Development Ritual into Evening Yoga
02:18 • 5min
Naming Characters and Winter Holidays
07:14 • 6min
Saturnalia: A Week-long Celebration Honoring the Roman God Saturn
12:59 • 16min
Exploring the Horned God, Yule, and Saturnalia's Transformation
28:50 • 3min
The Origins of December 25th as Christmas Day
31:30 • 17min
Dongzi Festival and Rice Flour Balls
48:47 • 2min
Personalizing Winter Holidays
50:26 • 8min
Disconnecting with Technology and Reconnecting with Loved Ones
58:54 • 13min