34. The Necessity of Winter with Rebecca Magee
“It’s helpful to remember that I can look to the natural world at any moment, on any day, and see that nature doesn’t skip any phase, any season, any step of the cycle—and that I have permission to do the same.”
Winter is the season we’re most likely to resist, yet it’s an essential part of the creative process. Whether you’re tracking your menstrual cycle, following the earth’s seasons, or turning towards the phases of the moon, winter is all about rest, integration, and slowing down. In today’s conversation, Sister Seasons founder Rebecca Magee shares how embracing winter can help heal yourself (and the world).
“We believe that if anything is going to come into existence that’s worthy, you have to effort it into being. And the truth is, things can be incubating on your mental back burner and they will let you know when they need to be worked on … When I follow that and trust that, I’m not abandoning myself anymore.”
Highlights
What’s happening in our bodies, with the moon, and the earth’s seasons during winter
How shifting from setting goals to setting intentions can help you embrace winter more mindfully
Why Rebecca doesn’t commit to a word for the year on January 1st, and what she does instead
How we both navigate winter seasons, including writing projects and cycle rituals
The counter-cultural way Rebecca’s launching the next iteration of her business
Guest Bio
Rebecca Magee is a creative entrepreneur, facilitator, and teacher focused on the intersection of gender equity and climate justice. Her background blends the study of women’s leadership and health with an extensive career in environmental sustainability, social impact, and philanthropy. As founder of Sister Seasons, Rebecca guides women and menstruators to restore their well-being and our planet’s through cycle awareness practices, and partners with organizations seeking to empower menstruators to lead on climate without burning out.
Links + Resources
“Today” by Mary Oliver
WomanCode by Alisa Vitti
Wintering by Katherine May
Eat This Poem: A Literary Feast of Recipes Inspired by Poetry
Wild Words: Rituals, Routines, and Rhythms for Braving the Writer’s Path
