“Sanctuaries of Stillness at Solstice

The word Solstice means “Sun Standing Still” in Latin, marking the time in Gaia’s year where there is a pregnant pause of stillness and fullness in both northern and southern lands. Our festival team was inspired this year to explore the gifts and wonder possible when we can consciously create “Sanctuaries of Stillness” for ourselves and others. Times when we intentionally pause, becoming fully present to ourselves and to our surroundings, finding rest and refreshment in busy hectic days. What can we discover in those moments of ‘standing still’ with Gaia? What mystery and magic can arise in those times? What allies, seen and unseen, will join us as we accompany Gaia toward her greatest in-breath (Winter Solstice) and greatest out-breath (Summer Solstice) in the year?

We are sharing some of the treasures we have experienced in the previous posts in “Sanctuary of Stillness” moments in our lives. Lucinda’s captures the mystery of a winter’s night, and Linda’s the gift of a summer’s day. Freya’s offers us a rich reflection on the quality of “Stillness.”

May these bring blessings to you, wherever you find yourself at Solstice time!