Brónach (She/Her) and Denise (They/She) reflect on self acceptance, deep rest and goal setting as another Gregorian year ends. Brónach retells the story of Jonah and the Whale and her soulful friendship with two Mormon Sisters and Denise decides to return to horse riding. With reflections on the significance of the Winter Solstice and some suggestions on how you can engage in your own rituals and ceremonies as we move into the astronomical Winter. 

TW: Brief mention of mental health 

Books Mentioned: 

Dark Nights of the Soul by Thomas Moore 

The Circle and the Cross by Caiseal Mór 

Tarot Poems by Willie Watson 

Anam Cara by John O'Donohue 

Macha's Twins by Kate Fitzpatrick 

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