The Wheel of the Year is an annual cycle which many modern Pagans observe, rooted in Celtic origins including eight different seasonal festivals; Yule, Imbolc, Ostara, Beltane, Litha, Lughnasadh, Mabon, and Samhain.

This cycle follows the sun on a complete journey of life, death and rebirth. Marking solstices, equinoxes, and the midpoints between them, each celebration represents turning points in our seasons and a complete year of nature’s rhythms. We see these rhythms reflected in our own lives when we slow down, connect to our senses, and notice the world around us.

Each woman depicted here embodies an archetypal energy of one of the eight celebrations. Embracing the themes, symbolism, correspondences, and meaning behind each one. Just as each season comes and goes, serves its purpose, and passes on the torch, each of these women knows their worth and sees value in their contribution to the big picture. They trust in timing, themselves and each other knowing that by relying on each other, they all thrive.

In the past, and still today in many places, women gathering, practicing, and following their inner knowing can put them in danger. Trusting their intuition, living in tune with nature and taking up space as their true authentic selves can bring fear of accusations, and concern for their safety. Women gathering can be a radical thing.

Collaboration over competition is the inherent spirit of The Wheel of the Year. Every part is important and necessary for the whole to succeed. When we embrace that energy in our own lives, together as humans beings, we can create magic beyond our wildest imaginations.

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