As the wheel of the year turns and we arrive at the Winter Solstice, we embrace the longest night as a time of deep rest and sacred reflection. Known as Yule, this is a season to shed what no longer aligns, honor endings, and set intentions for the growth and possibilities of the coming light. Creating a Winter Solstice ritual is a powerful way to celebrate this pivotal moment, blending the symbolic elements of death, balance, and rebirth into a meaningful practice at home.

Here’s how to craft a ritual that warms the spirit, soothes the mind, and ignites transformation—featuring curated offerings from Into the Feral.

Step 1: Set the Scene with the Winter Solstice Candle

Light the way through the longest night with the Winter Solstice Holiday Candle. Its cozy blend of crushed fallen leaves, lingering smoke, charred firewood embers, and juniper berries evokes the essence of the season, inviting stillness and introspection.

Place this limited-edition candle at the heart of your ritual space, allowing its flickering flame and grounding aroma to set the tone. The act of lighting a candle serves as a symbolic spark for rebirth, a reminder that the light will return, stronger and brighter.

Step 2: Pick your Experience with Intention

Either Reflect and Release with the Death Collection

The Death tarot-inspired collection embodies transformation and the courage to let go of what no longer serves. Begin your ritual with a cup of Death herbal tea, a soothing blend of Tulsi, Nettle, Hawthorn Berry, Apple Mint, Rose, Ginger, and Rosemary. This fruit-forward, floral tea offers calm and clarity, supporting your nervous system and emotional balance as you reflect on cycles of change.

The tea comes with a handcrafted soap bar and wooden soap tray, symbolizing purification and release. As you sip and cleanse, meditate on what you’re ready to release from your life—whether habits, relationships, or self-doubts—and let the Death card’s energy guide you toward closure and renewal.

OR Find Balance with the Temperance Collection

Temperance reminds us of the power in finding harmony amidst life’s dualities. The Temperance herbal tea, a spiced, chai-inspired blend of Lemon Balm, Cinnamon, Cardamom, Star Anise, Ginger, Clove, Orange, and Sage, is perfect for this stage of the ritual. Its warming spices soothe the body while its alchemical properties inspire resilience and balance.

Enhance the moment with the Temperance intention oil, applying it to your pulse points as you reflect on where you can bring more equilibrium into your life. Use the gold tea strainer to prepare your tea, creating a tactile, intentional experience that encourages mindfulness in every sip.

Step 3: Write Your Intentions

With your mind and spirit aligned, write down your intentions for the new year. Focus on what you want to nurture and grow as the days become longer. Consider incorporating symbols from both Death and Temperance—letting go and finding balance—to step fully into your personal sovereignty.

Step 4: Close with Gratitude

Complete your ritual with gratitude for the season, your journey, and the light that will return. Snuff out the Winter Solstice Candle, knowing it will guide you through this sacred winter and into brighter days ahead.

Shop Into the Feral’s Winter Solstice Selections

All of the ritual tools featured here are available at Into the Feral, both online and in-store at our Avondale boutique. Explore the Winter Solstice Candle, Death Collection, and Temperance Collection, along with an array of mystical treasures and gifts.

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Celebrate this Winter Solstice by making space for rest, reflection, and transformation. The darkest night is an opportunity to release, rebalance, and realign—because with death comes rebirth, and with balance comes the fullness of your power.

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