Wintering and enchantment: A pathway to healing and happiness

British author Katherine May explores the concept of wintering as a period of rest and reflection for physical and psychological well-being. The podcast reflects on the parallel between difficult periods in life and the experience of grief, emphasizing the importance of valuing emotional well-being. The chapter discusses the profound lessons about life that can be learned from hibernating animals. The speaker reflects on the sensory landscape and altered consciousness that comes with being in the sea. They discuss the transition from wintering to finding beauty and meaning in the world once again. The podcast explores the feeling of enchantment and its diminishing as we grow older. The speakers reflect on the experience of seeking the green flash at sunset and finding solace in connecting with nature.