Winter Solstice Rebirth Ritual

1. Perform on winter solstice (around December 21) 2. Begin ritual at sunset 3. Decorate space with evergreen branches 4. Light the black candle symbolizing the dark half of the year 5. Sit in darkness for a few minutes, releasing the old 6. At the darkest point, light the white candle from the black 7. Speak aloud what you wish to birth in the new solar year 8. Burn cinnamon for prosperity and protection 9. Hold the orange pomander, breathing in the scent 10. Let both candles burn through the night 11. Greet the sunrise with gratitude