The magic of Yule invites quiet reflection, and for the INFJ witch, this season is a perfect time to retreat inward, exploring the emotions and spiritual lessons that the year has brought. Yule marks the winter solstice, the longest night of the year, a symbolic turning point when the light begins its return. For the deeply introspective INFJ, it offers a sacred moment to pause, reflect, and realign with inner truths before stepping into the new year. Here’s a simple yet powerful Yule reflection ritual designed to help the INFJ witch harness the energy of this sacred time.

Creating a Sacred Space for Reflection

Before beginning your Yule ritual, it’s important to create a sacred space that feels aligned with your introspective nature. As an INFJ, you thrive in environments that are calm, meaningful, and intentional. This ritual begins with setting up a space where you can focus on your reflections without distractions.

What You’ll Need:

• A white candle to represent the returning light
• A black candle to symbolize the past year and the darkness of the longest night
• A journal or notebook for reflection
• A piece of amethyst or moonstone (for clarity and intuition)

Preparing the Space: Find a quiet spot in your home where you feel most at peace. Arrange your candles and crystals on your altar or a small table, keeping your journal nearby. Light the black candle first, honoring the darkness of the solstice, and then light the white candle to symbolize the growing light that is to come.

The Reflection Ritual

Yule is a powerful time to reflect on both your inner and outer worlds. As an INFJ, you are naturally inclined toward deep thought and emotional insight, making this ritual a perfect opportunity to engage in meaningful reflection.

1. Reflect on the Year’s Lessons: Begin by sitting quietly and closing your eyes. Breathe deeply, and allow yourself to gently review the past year. What lessons have you learned? What challenges have helped you grow? As memories and feelings surface, welcome them without judgment. When you feel ready, open your journal and write down the key lessons of the year. Let your words flow freely, as if you are releasing the energy of the past onto the page.
2. Release Old Energies: With the black candle glowing before you, focus on what you are ready to release. This could be old habits, fears, or emotional baggage that no longer serves your path. Write these down in your journal, acknowledging their presence and the role they’ve played in your growth. When you feel complete, say a quiet affirmation such as, “I release all that no longer serves me. I make space for new energy to enter.” Imagine the darkness of the black candle absorbing these energies as you release them.
3. Embrace the Returning Light: Now, turn your attention to the white candle. As its flame flickers, visualize the light of the new year beginning to shine into your life. What hopes, dreams, and intentions are you carrying into the coming months? Write these down in your journal, focusing on the positive energy you wish to cultivate. This is a time to embrace hope, new beginnings, and the growth that lies ahead. Hold your amethyst or moonstone and allow its energy to amplify your intuition as you set these intentions.

Meditating on Inner Guidance

Once you’ve completed your reflection and release, take a few moments to meditate in the stillness of your sacred space. Focus on the light of the white candle, and let your mind rest in the glow of your own inner wisdom. As an INFJ, your intuitive gifts are strong, and this is a time to connect deeply with that inner guidance. Let your thoughts quiet, and simply allow any messages or insights to come to you naturally.

Closing the Ritual

To close the ritual, thank the energies you’ve worked with. Extinguish the black candle first, honoring the darkness of the solstice. Leave the white candle burning for a little longer, symbolizing the light you’re carrying forward into the new year. When you feel ready, gently blow out the white candle, knowing that its energy will continue to guide you.

As an INFJ witch, Yule provides a powerful opportunity to connect with your inner self and realign with your path. This reflection ritual encourages you to honor the lessons of the past year while making space for new beginnings and personal growth in the year to come. Through quiet introspection, you can harness the magic of Yule and step confidently into the light of the new year.