Why are the holidays so enchanting, universally and separately from any organized religious activities?

How did our ancestors honor these planetary transitions and celebrate the changing of the seasons?

If we recognize their deep-rooted traditions, can we feel more aligned and connected with the cycles of nature?

This episode is an exploration of the 8 ancient Pagan celebrations that underlie the more recent Christian holidays. Together, we'll dive into the cosmic dance of astrological cycles and the annual phases of the sun, discovering the profound connection between these ancient celebrations and the natural world. Throughout the episode, I'll share insights into the significance of rituals and rites of passage, unveiling the rich Pagan traditions of Paganism and unravelling its stigmatized nature. We'll also review the importance of aligning our diets with the seasons to savor the abundance of nourishment nature provides.

I hope you enjoy this exploration of spirituality, ancient traditions, and the timeless essence of the Wheel of the Year!

If you're interested in more content on planetary cycles, goddesses and growing your own food, check out the following episodes:

197. Fast Friday: Qetesh & Persephone of Goddesses and Sirens

161. Moon Energy: Uncovering the Biological, Cultural and Metaphysical Significance of the Lunar Cycles

84. Liberate Your Mind, Your Lawn And Your Future With Jim Gale, Permaculture Expert and The Food Forest Abundance Home Garden Revolution

TIME STAMPS

00:05:00 Lost Rituals

00:09:15 Resources and Wheel of the Year

00:13:08 Destigmatizing Paganism

00:14:24 8 Sabbaths/Celebrations

00:16:48 The Yule

00:18:49 The Pagan Origins of Christmas

00:23:34 Creative Ideas to Synch with Nature

00:27:37 Dr. Jack Cruise and Eating with the Seasons

00:29:40 Sauna Space

00:32:55 Moon Episode

00:32:59 Imbolc

00:37:16 Ostara/Easter

00:41:43 Beltane

00:46:55 Litha

00:51:01 Lamas/Lumascia

00:55:06 Mabon

01:00:42 Samhain

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