Let’s Hurkle Durkle

As the holiday whirlwind settles, I know some of you may be feeling like me- a sense of depletion -physically, emotionally, and spiritually. And even if you’re not, winter has wisdom for us. ❄️  

During the Winter Solstice ritual I led for the Reflection Ritual, I spoke about how winter asks us to release not just the year itself but also the old fears, beliefs, and identities we've outgrown. 🌱 Winter is a time of death and a sacred pause before rebirth. In this in-between time, we wait and rest, living in the mystery of what’s next. Our job is to restore ourselves so we can one day create anew—a new identity, a new story, a new vision. Until then, we rest in the fertile void. 

Two delightful concepts that perfectly capture the essence of winter's restorative magic: 

Hygge: The Danish Art of Cozy Contentment 🕯️

Hurkle-Durkle: The Scottish Art of Luxurious Lounging 🛌

Hygge (pronounced hoo-gah) is a Danish and Norwegian word that describes a warm, cozy atmosphere that creates comfort and contentment. It's about mindful, simple living that includes restorative activities, comforting meals, and quality time with loved ones.

You can create a sense of hygge by sitting by the fire with a cup of tea, ☕a warm blanket, and a good book. 📖 You might gather with family under soft lighting, dressed in comfy clothes, to play a board game. Or you could prepare a hearty soup 🍲 to share with friends, enjoying laughter and conversation.

Hurkle-Durkle is an even more specific Scottish term. It means lounging in bed instead of getting up immediately after waking. It's about savoring the warmth, staying cozy under the blankets, and enjoying the peace and quiet.

You might hurkle-durkle with a book, your journal, ✍️ or even just snuggle with a human or animal companion. It's about indulging in the comfort of your bed.

Right now, we all need some hygge and hurkle-durkle as self love nourishment for our bodies and souls.💖 Give yourself permission to rest, to be, to restore. Winter whispers: slow down, nurture yourself, and trust the process of inner renewal. 🌟