Author name: Dan

Ah, the July Full Moon—a celestial event that has captivated human imagination for millennia. Known to various cultures as the Buck Moon, Thunder Moon, or Hay Moon, this full moon has deep historical, sociological, and even biological significance. From Native American tribes observing the growth of new antlers on male deer to ancient civilizations marking […]

Hey there, friends! Have you ever caught yourself humming the same tunes or defaulting to the same playlists? If so, then International Strange Music Day might be the perfect alternative holiday for you to add to your calendar. This special day encourages us to step out of our musical comfort zones and embrace the unfamiliar.

If you’ve ever felt an urge to reconnect with nature, find solace from the dizzying pace of modern life, or discover a new form of celebration that deviates from excessive consumerism? Then, I’ve got a gem of a holiday for you: National Mason Jar Day. And let me tell you, the importance of embracing such

Hello, my thoughtful friends and inquisitive wanderers! If you’ve ever found yourself fatigued by the relentless commercialism that seems to have enveloped modern holidays, you’re not alone. But what if I told you that for millennia, humans have looked to the sky as a compass for their earthly lives, finding in its celestial patterns a

Hello dear readers! As you know, my partner and I cherish the practice of celebrating alternative holidays as a way to break up the yearly routine and reconnect with ancient wisdom. This year, we’re diving into the ancient Anglo-Saxon festival known as Modranicht. Now, you might wonder, why look back at historical traditions? Well, understanding

When was the last time you felt recharged by the winter holidays? If you’re like me, you get overwhelmed by even the thought of the chaotic rush around the holiday season. My partner and I have been reimagining how we celebrate holidays for years. (I even created a calendar with Alternative Holidays!) And we’ve found