How to celebrate the most important day of summer

The tradition of the summer solstice is not a joke. What would you think your ancestors, if they knew that you have forgotten to meet the longest day of the year? It does not matter what culture and what values ​​you stick now - the world's nations were serious about the celebration of the summer solstice, and in some countries, such as Sweden and Latvia, this day is still officially considered weekends.

To modern rituals can be attributed as a spiritual pilgrimage, and yoga sessions. In Russia, however, it is traditionally celebrated on the feast of the Eastern Slavs, which is also timed to coincide with the onset of summer - Ivan Kupala. It takes place in the night from 23 to 24 June, and at that time made bonfires, led dances and collect herbs. I have collected a few tips on how to spend the day with the benefit of themselves.

Make a floral wreath

The traditional way to celebrate the arrival of summer - to make your own flower crown. This ritual is supported by both men and women, because these hats to symbolize fertility and abundance. Collect all your favorite colors together and let them decorate your beautiful head - at the same time it will serve as aromatherapy, relaxing mind and body.

pogrom campfire

Bonfires and dance around them - popular tradition adopted throughout the northern hemisphere. On Ivan Kupala have a ritual: young couples should join hands and jump through the fire together, and if they remain clasped hands - their life together be long and happy. Young mother burnt shirt sick children so they quickly recovered - as well and you can write down all the evil thoughts that you fill on paper and burn it in a bright fire.

Try the best food

In ancient Gaul feasts were an important element of the solstice celebration, because it is the best way to bring into your home a symbol of abundance, fertility and kindness towards one's neighbor. In short, take the delicacies, the best wine and enjoy your dinner.

Practicing yoga

In India, made to celebrate the solstice communities - and the biggest sessions are held on this day in the year. The number of participants in the same city as high as 100 000 people - and you can easily join such groups in the city.

If the crowds do not appeal, you can always find a few friends who will share with you the time of meditation and conscious attitude to his body. Try paired exercises, as well as take care to make your breath synchronized.

Dance

In the northern cultures also decided to dance around the trees, and this tradition was attended by people of all ages. A great way to bridge the gap between generations, so that in this day can think about how to collect some of his relatives for a walk in the park. Prepare small snacks, well thought out games and to establish contact with the family.

Stay in water

The ideal option would be a trip to the sea, but you can also easily get to the embankment of the river in the city, which is certainly able to offer you a small festival of local bands, beach volleyball or even meeting confessors. Do not be afraid to face the unknown, meet with new companies and activities - perhaps it is because you will discover a new hobby that will bring a lot of pleasure.

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Swimming naked - the ritual celebration of the mysteries of birth, so that in this day nudity did not meet condemnation. Of course, to go to the beach, I recommend not topless, but you can easily arrange a long bath with fresh herbs. Do not forget also about the moisturizer and just try self-massage techniques.