2nd Rauhnacht (December 22) - Cleansing and Letting Go

The second Rauhnacht on December 22nd is dedicated to cleansing and letting go. This night corresponds to the February of the coming year and invites us to leave the old behind.

Meaning of the second Rauhnacht

This night is about freeing yourself from burdens – both energetically and emotionally. February is traditionally a month of cleansing and preparation for spring.

Rituals for the second Rauhnacht

• Smudging ritual: Smudge all rooms with sage or Palo Santo
• Letting go ceremony: Write down what you want to let go of and safely burn the paper
• Salt bath: Take a cleansing bath with sea salt and lavender
• Meditation: Visualize old energies falling away from you

Crystals for the second Rauhnacht

• Black Tourmaline: Protection and grounding
• Selenite: Energetic cleansing
• Smoky Quartz: Letting go of negative energies

"I let go of what no longer serves me and make space for new things."

Use this powerful night to free yourself from everything that should no longer accompany you in the new year.