A Warm Solstice Welcome

All life begins in the dark.

In the warmth of the womb.
In a seed buried deep within the Earth. 
In the quiet shelter of an egg.

The darkness is our incubation. A season of rest, turning inward, nourishment, stillness, and quiet, meant to be peaceful and calm.

For much of my life, I’ve considered winter to be the end of the year: the longest, darkest nights, slowly transitioning to longer days in the new beginnings of spring. But, my relationship with winter has changed.

Today, on the Winter Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, the returning light arrives as winter begins.
A crack in the season’s darkness.
A gentle reminder that every beginning emerges from the shadow. 

“There is a crack, a crack in everything. That’s how the light gets in.” Leonard Cohen

In this way, winter becomes the true beginning, where all of the unseen work quietly unfolds. The soft becoming that prepares us to arrive Earthside once again when spring arrives. It is a time to find nourishment in the quiet moments, and to welcome the light in slowly, allowing it to reveal all that has been resting in the shadows. 

I’ve spent the past few years studying the Metaphysical, and working towards opening a ministry where I can help others find inner peace and belonging within themselves, and heal their relationship with the outer world. What I like about the Metaphysical religion is that it is extremely broad - perfect for my curious mind that reads books about grief one day, to personality types the next, only to follow up with some yogic philosophy or astrology soon after. The University of Metaphysics explains that “we see metaphysics as the search for truth, purpose, and meaning in life, which we believe can be found through spiritual introspection and personal experiences (such as mindfulness meditation).” Discovering this has felt like coming home to myself; my yogic journey was an incredible catalyst throughout this process, and I am so grateful to have found my way back to honouring my light, and in turn, honouring all of yours. 

Moss and Moon is a space holder for this light - your light - to spark, to grow, to carry you. 

It is the growth that gathers on our own personal rocks and roots, just as moss softens into being in the hardest places. It is the wisdom found in the lunar cycles, reminding us that light and shadow both have their place within us. 
It is the inner peace that rises from devoted practice and tender awareness; the curiosity that guides us deeper into our being, where we settle into our own belonging. 

Here you’ll find inspirational quotes, journal prompts, yoga flows, breathwork and meditations, and whatever else inspires me. It is rooted in my quirky spirit, uniquely shaped by ideas and thoughts that have come my way. I am as much a student as I am a Minister, and I am honoured to walk this path with you. I hope some of it resonates with you on your journey, and I encourage you to leave what doesn’t. That’s part of its beauty, as we are not all meant to walk identical paths. 

The world needs us to light our own inner flames.
But with compassionate hearts, curious minds, and love as our guide, we can all help walk each other home. 

Let this mark our new beginning; a seed planted for our inner workings. Let us return to the warmth of our own spirits.

Let us be our own light.

Welcome to Moss and Moon.

Thank you for being.