As we approach the end of 2023, it's time to consciously release the energy of the past year and welcome the new possibilities that 2024 holds for each of us. Here are 12 transformative rituals to help you consciously end this year and step into the new one with intention and purpose:
1. Release the Old: Clear out clutter and symbolically let go of the past. Explore traditions from around the world for inspiration. Here are a few I love, and I will be posting more on my IG and FB pages this week.
Italian Street Sharing: Channel the Italian tradition of letting go by placing unwanted items on the street (or recycle) for others to claim. Embrace the communal spirit of street shopping.
Thai Water Renewal: Adopt the Thai custom of using water for cleansing and renewal. Splash water out of doors or windows (be mindful of passers-by!) or into public fountains to symbolize a fresh start.
Cuban Cleansing Gesture: Follow the Cuban tradition by taking a bucket of symbolic dirty water, representing the past year's negativity, and throw it into the street. Make it a grand, dramatic gesture to declare you're DONE with the bad stuff.
Native American Earth Release: Connect with nature using a Native American-inspired ritual. Find a meaningful outdoor spot, dig a small hole, and place regrets, fears, or worries from the past year into it. Cover with leaves or stones, allowing the earth to absorb the past. If the ground is too hard, shred or burn the representation in a fire-proof bowl.
2. Clear Your Altar:
Make your sacred space inviting for positive energy.
Wash your crystals, simplify your altar, and create space for new energy.
3. Forgive and Make Amends: Extend apologies and rectify situations to open communication.
4. Unplug and Reflect:
Take a day of silence to connect with your inner self.
Make sure you honor your body’s rhythms and needs.
5. Purify Your Home:
Use sage, copal, or fresh lemon to cleanse your space.
Take a refreshing bath with sea salt and white rose petals.
6. Bless:
Send blessings to your life, loved ones, and the world.
Spread positive energy with appreciation cards.
7. Invite Good Luck: Decorate with lucky symbols like bamboo and money trees.
8. Give Back: Volunteer, recycle, and contribute to the positive energy of the world.
9. Eat for Luck: Embrace lucky foods like grapes, noodles, and round fruits.
10. Welcome Prosperity: Follow a unique tradition of throwing money into your home/office for good luck - watch my video on IG or FB on Dec 31st to see how.
As we gear up for 2024, I invite you to join me on an enriching journey:
My spiritual teacher Omraam Mikhael Aivanhov taught me that the first 12 days of the year set an intention for the entire year so I will be sending out 12 free meditations starting on January 1st to help you enter the New Year strong and grounded. If you have friends who would enjoy these, have them sign up for this newsletter and they will automatically receive them.
Wishing you a transformative end to 2023 and an exciting beginning to 2024!
With love and light,
Barbara