Living Myth Podcast 414 - Solstice and the Tree of Life

On this winter solstice episode, Michael Meade states at the beginning: “This is not just the dark time of the year, but increasingly dark times for everyone, especially for those who care for the souls of other people and for the well-being of the earth we all live on.” He goes on to describe how ancient symbols and practices at the Winter Solstice served as a reminder of the cosmological connection between the human soul and the hidden unity of life.

Symbols have the power to bring the mind and the heart together and connect us to the deepest truths of life. A Christmas tree can stand for the Tree of Life, as it represents both the still point at the center and the power of life to change and renew itself. Simply lighting a single candle in the midst of darkness can be a reminder of the eternal process of renewal and restoration that is an essential, yet easily forgotten aspect of all of life.

This has been a dark year, yet, despite all the increasing divides in the world, we are all secretly connected, and we are each a part of the living substance of creation. Solstice coming at the darkest time of the year is a reminder of this cosmological connection between the human soul and the hidden unity of life.

Learn more about Solstice by joining Michael Meade for his free online Solstice ritual "In This Darkness Singing" on Friday, December 20 at 6:00 pm (PST)

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Michael Meade, D.H.L., is a renowned storyteller, author, and scholar of mythology, anthropology, and psychology. He is the creator of the Living Myth podcast and founder of Mosaic Multicultural Foundation.

[rockinrobin]

Let There Be Light In The Heart's And Minds Of All People Of The World. And So It Is!

[ElspthM]

In this time of deep rest I wish you peace of mind and peace of heart.

[carolyn]

The unity of all. We are all one. The great and small, all sentient beings. In peace and love let us go on all year long forever.

[phoenyxpetersen]

Greetings and blessings from Glastonbury 💚✨🙏

[Zoeticlicense]

Beautiful. Trees are some of my closest friends and wisest teachers. The tree of life is the major guiding symbol in my life. The symbol of wholeness and integrity of spirit and form. Stillness at the centre of the ever changing cycles of life. Balance and luminosity. We must go on the journey of duality in order to garner the knowledge and experience necessary to enable resurrection into as wholeness, nonduality. So much rich symbolism here. Loved this. Thank you.

[jmaryk]

It has been many years since I was inspired by your writings on the axis mundi. Has carried me through many long tunnels. Thank you for your stabilizing authenticity.

[mary-anncarleton]

Many blessings on the return of light.
Beautiful and quite. ❤❤❤

[MaryKingsley-pyjs]

Thank you, dear Michael. Many moons ago, I came to see you and Robert when you came to London and have always carried those fond memories. Then I went to live in the remote Himalayas for 22-years and lost track of many things. Amazing to find you popping up in my feed and especially as your soulful offering are much needed at this time...

[hilpei]

Thank you, this feels familiar, ancient and inspiring. Hearing the call to ritual more and more. We need it. We've forgotten who and what we are.

[marcianneaikau]

Thank you, very beautifully expressed content.

[hannahjones]

Thank you for this deeply beautiful explanation of the winter solstice and tree of life. God Bless 🙏🏻💖

[jasonargonaut]

Short, Sweet & to the Point. Excellent lesson.❤

[HowellingRoots]

I needed to hear this. I was born on 12/21/1994

My last name is ROOT, and I will be as of tomorrow 30. I have so many unanswered questions about us, humans. Origin stories. How we possess the ability to harvest the world around us for good....or for evil....but why? Who taught us.

Thank you. God bless. Keep on keeping on.

#HowellingRoots

-JRoot

[leylines]

I wish you knew how much you inspire me. Thank you for all that you do 🌻🍀🌸🌳💛

[engravedalbumens]

Such powerful words, thank you Michael

[Kat]

This is really great! Blessed Solstice to you!

[KeyserTheRedBeard]

Wonderful content, Michael Meade - Mosaic Voices. Looking forward to your next upload. I smashed that thumbs up button on your segment. Keep up the fantastic work! Your insights on the symbolism of the winter solstice and its connection to the Tree of Life are profound. How do you think these ancient practices can influence our modern understanding of interconnectedness in today's world?

[ingridgolding]

Much needed wisdom on a truly dark day feeling the suffering of souls
I was looking for a name for an idea I had for creating an Eco restoration project to establish a regenerative community involving refugees, youth and anyone wishing to participate in regreening deserted or degraded land and found Axis

[Jose-dbhg]

The milky-way is a greek name in their solar lunar realm, in our America's maya chichimecas solar lunar realm its tamoachoan tree of lite household of itzpapalotl