The Power of Pausing
“In the midst of winter, I found there was, within me, an invincible summer.”
— Albert Camus
The Winter Solstice arrives not with fanfare, but with stillness.
It asks nothing of us except presence.
This is a moment to pause at the threshold—to release what no longer serves us and reconnect with the steady, luminous strength that lives beneath the surface. Even in the quiet, even in the dark, something enduring remains.
Below is a short Winter Solstice meditation—a gentle invitation to breathe, soften, and remember the light within.
This is a sacred threshold—a quiet turning point in the rhythm of the year, inviting us to reflect, reset, and renew.
In this moment, let go of the past.
Release thoughts of the future.
There is only the present—the perfect now.
Allow yourself to settle into this moment, embodying the wisdom of Yogastah Kuru Karmani—
steadfast in yoga, acting from the heart.
Begin with your breath:
Inhale deeply, drawing in a cleansing breath of pure, radiant light.
Exhale slowly, releasing the weight of darkness.
Inhale the breath of light, inviting clarity and healing.
Exhale, letting go of fear.
Inhale light once more, filling yourself with warmth and vitality.
Exhale, softening the grip of anger, tension, or resistance.
Feel yourself held by the quiet stillness of the season.
Imagine the light of the Solstice as a gentle golden glow within you—
steady, calm, and growing brighter with each breath.
Now, bring intention into your breathing:
Inhale light and warmth, as if the sun itself is shining within your heart.
Exhale, softening your body, your mind, and your spirit—
releasing all that no longer serves you.
Inhale love—pure, unconditional love.
Exhale love—offering it freely to yourself, to others, and to the world.
Pause here in silence.
Rest in this fullness, held in the perfect balance of the Solstice.
Feel your inner light—steady and unwavering—
a quiet source of warmth, even in the darkest times.
As you prepare to re-enter your day, carry this light with you.
Let it guide your words, your actions, and your heart as you move forward.
With much love,
Lindsay
