Yule and the Return of the Light: Crystals, Stillness, and Winter Solstice Magic

As the year turns inward and the longest night arrives, Yule invites us to slow down, rest, and honor the quiet magic of winter. 

In this cozy Wheel of the Year episode of Big Crystal Energy, host Ashleigh Bodell guides you through the ancient roots and modern meaning of Yule, the Winter Solstice, and the sacred return of the light. Blending folklore, personal stories, and gentle ritual wisdom, Ashleigh explores how Yule asks us to embrace stillness, tend to our inner worlds, and move through the season with intention -rather than overwhelm.

You’ll learn about the origins of beloved traditions like the Yule log and evergreen tree, crystal correspondences for grounding and reflection, and simple ways to celebrate Yule through ritual, simmer pots, ancestor honoring, and self-care. Along the way, Ashleigh shares heartfelt family moments and reminders that rest itself is a form of magic.

Whether you’re crystal-curious, spiritually inclined, or simply craving a slower holiday season, this episode is an invitation to pause, breathe, and welcome the light back - one quiet moment at a time.

Key moments: 

03:17 Winchester Mystery House Holiday Visit

08:01 Yule and Wheel Overview

10:49 "Overwhelmed and Missing the Point"

15:06 "Reclaiming Yule's Quiet Magic"

18:04 "Heightened Intuition and Reflection"

22:11 "Origins of the Christmas Tree"

26:03 "Embracing the Cozy Dark Season"

28:41 "Intentional Simmer Pot Tutorial"

33:59 "Balancing Self-Care Across Life"

37:44 "Embracing the Season's Slowness"

39:09 "Inner Fire and Light Returns"

Meet Ashleigh Bodell  - your guide to the mystical and the magical on the Big Crystal Energy Podcast.

By day, she's a dedicated orthopedic physician assistant, but by night, she dives deep into the metaphysical, exploring crystals, energy work, and the unseen forces that shape our world. From childhood fascinations with witches and faeries to a transformative rediscovery of crystals, Ashleigh’s journey bridges science and spirituality, the practical and the mystical. A mom, a wife, and a seeker, she brings a relatable, no-fluff approach to exploring the “spooky and kooky” side of life. Through Big Crystal Energy, she creates a space where the magical and the mundane coexist - because we don’t have to choose between our careers, families, and the call of the unknown.

Tune in as she uncovers wisdom from crystal healers, spiritual coaches, and magic makers, inviting you to embrace your own big crystal energy.

Connect Ashleigh : 

https://www.instagram.com/bigcrystalenergypodcast/

https://www.instagram.com/mystical.mama.ash

Please message me with any questions or comments.
bigcrystalenergypodcast @gmail.com