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Welcome to the November edition of The Other Way.
Hey there,
As we reach the end of November, the world outside slows, darkens, and exhales - and somewhere within that stillness, something begins to stir. The light is returning.
December always feels like a paradox to me: deep rest wrapped around subtle anticipation. It’s not quite ending, not quite beginning - just this luminous in-between where reflection turns into renewal. So as we close the year, The Other Way is leaning into that rhythm with this month’s theme: Return to Light.
Not the blinding kind that demands attention, but the softer light that reveals, clarifies, and warms - the kind that shows us what’s been growing quietly while we rested.
Let’s explore what it really means to return to that kind of light - in our thinking, our laughter, our pace, and our way of being.
And as always, we’ll start by looking to the skies for guidance - the Celestial Compass that marks this turning point between darkness and dawn. |
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In Celestial Compass, we chart the cosmic currents for the month ahead. Dive into a celestial sea of moon cycles, planetary dances, and stellar surprises that may shape your journey. Whether you're a seasoned stargazer or a curious cosmic novice, our astrological forecast illuminates the path, helping you navigate the ebb and flow of celestial energies. Let the stars guide you as you curate your month's adventures! |
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Return to Light – December’s Cosmic Threshold
December opens beneath extraordinary skies. The Cold Moon on 4 December marks the third consecutive supermoon, swelling the tides and emotions alike. Three supermoons in a row magnify everything - illumination, culmination, release - urging us to clear space before the year’s close.
Mid-month, interstellar comet 3I ATLAS makes its closest pass to Earth on 19 December, just before the Winter Solstice. It’s a rare visitor from beyond our solar system, reminding us that new light often arrives from unexpected directions.
The Solstice on 21 December then draws us into the longest night - a sacred pause before the returning sun. This convergence of supermoon, comet, and solstice turns December into a cosmic threshold: a moment for reflection, surrender, and the quiet anticipation of what’s to come.
Keen to explore December’s sky stories and energy forecasts? Here are our recommendations:
• Forever Conscious – December Energy Update
If you love intuitive, grounded guidance, this one always lands beautifully. Their December updates usually weave the lunar energy, Solstice themes, and emotional undercurrents in a way that feels gentle and genuinely insightful.
Read it here ->
• Lee Harris – Monthly Energy Update
Lee’s monthly videos are like a deep exhale. Calm, compassionate, and incredibly relatable. His December updates are especially good for making sense of the emotional shift into Solstice season. Highly recommend giving him a listen.
Watch it here ->
• CHANI – The 7 Major Shifts Happening in 2026
This isn’t a December forecast, but it’s a brilliant read as we head toward the new year. It offers a bigger-picture look at the themes shaping 2026 - perfect if you’re feeling reflective or curious about what’s unfolding collectively.
Explore it here -> |
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In Curated Treasures, we gather soul-stirring resources from across the web, be that articles, podcasts, talks etc, that echo the month’s energetic theme. Each selection is chosen not to instruct, but to invite: a perspective to consider, a voice to sit with, a truth to feel into. Whether it sparks reflection, ignites curiosity, or simply soothes your system, let each piece be a gentle companion on your journey through The Other Way. |
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✨ Curated Treasures: Return to Light
This month’s theme, Return to Light, invites us to notice illumination in all its forms. From the physiological rhythm of light shaping our energy, to the poetic and spiritual ways it reminds us of renewal. Each of these selections offers a unique lens on that theme - scientific, artistic, and experiential.
🎧 Podcast – Circadian Rhythms, HRV, and Light Exposure
This mindbodygreen Podcast with Dr Kristen Holmes explores how natural light impacts circadian rhythm, mood, and nervous system balance - and how reconnecting with daylight helps us thrive in the darker months.
Listen here ›
📝 Read – Every Color of Light
Maria Popova shares a radiant reflection on light as both nature’s language and humanity’s mirror, through the lens of a Japanese illustrated poem that celebrates the beauty and interconnection of all things.
Read on The Marginalian ›
🎥 Watch – Return to the Light: A Winter Solstice Meditation
A gentle, soul-soothing guided meditation from Rhiannon Griffiths to mark the Solstice - inviting you to slow down, reconnect, and welcome the returning light both within and around you.
Watch on YouTube ›
Whether one of these speaks directly to your current moment or simply lingers in the periphery, trust what lands. These aren’t instructions; they’re invitations. Just like everything else in The Other Way.
All of these resources - and many more - are also available in our Resource Centre, where we curate the talks, podcasts, and tools that continue to inspire us. |
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In Myth & Mindfulness, we shine a light on common misconceptions in the complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) world, then shatter them with the hammer of science and reason. Each month, we'll tackle a well-established myth, dissecting it with neuroscience, evidence, and logical analysis. Our goal? To empower you with knowledge, challenge assumptions, and open new pathways of understanding. Get ready to have your mind expanded as we separate fact from fiction in the realm of wellness and transformation! |
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In Giggle Gallery, we explore the incredible benefits of laughter and share insights on how it can enhance your well-being. Each month, we’ll present a fun challenge to help you increase the joy and laughter in your life. We encourage you to embrace these moments and share your experiences with us on social media—let’s spread the joy together! |
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The Restorative Power of Laughter |
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As the year winds down, the socialising around Christmas and New Year picks up - my first Christmas do is on the 6th of December! It’s a season full of connection, but it can also leave us craving rest.
What’s wonderful, though, is that where there’s laughter, there’s instant restoration. Every genuine laugh is a mini exhale - a reset for the nervous system, a way of releasing what we’ve been holding on to. So this Christmas social season, see each opportunity to express joy and laughter as an act of self-care.
That’s right, this month, we’re exploring the restorative power of laughter: how a single burst of joy can melt tension, lift fatigue, and make space for the light to return.
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In Witty Wonders, we share a cleverly curated meme, cartoon, or humorous video that resonates deeply with us. Each selection provokes thought through its cleverness, sarcasm, or revelatory nature, reminding us that a good laugh can spark insight and add a touch of joy to our lives. Get ready to chuckle or reflect! |
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The Patience of the Bear |
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This month’s cartoon made us smile, and pause.
The bear is deep in hibernation, the rabbit impatiently waiting for the return of movement, light, and company. It’s funny because we know both characters live inside us. One is tired, resting, recalibrating. The other is tapping its foot, asking, “Are we done yet?”
It’s a perfect echo of this month’s Transformative Tale - nature’s quiet confidence in knowing when to pause, and of The Pace Principle we explored in Brainz Magazine. Because rest isn’t wasted time; it’s recovery in motion. The nervous system doesn’t respond to urgency; it responds to safety.
Just like the earth, we can’t rush the return of light - it happens when it’s ready, not when we demand it.
So if part of you is hibernating right now, don’t hurry it up.
Your quiet seasons aren’t boring - they’re becoming.
Alchemist Insight:
Sometimes the brightest growth happens under the surface, while the world still thinks you’re sleeping. |
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The Light Within the Pause
As December kicks-off, I keep coming back to one thought: light never truly disappears - it just changes form. Sometimes it glows quietly in rest and reflection, and sometimes it bursts out in laughter, warmth, and connection.
This month holds both - the quiet withdrawal of winter and the bright whirl of festivities. It’s easy to think they’re opposites, but really they feed each other. The stillness restores us; the laughter reminds us why we bother. Together, they bring harmony to the season.
So as you move through December, give yourself permission to dip in and out of both - the quiet and the company, the rest and the revelry. Each one holds its own kind of light.
Thank you, as always, for reading, reflecting, and walking The Other Way with me.
Here’s to finding your rhythm in the season’s contrast, and to keeping your light steady, whatever form it takes.
Blessed Be, |
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