Night Vigil

The October night that I stayed in the woods by myself

Photo by Oliver Roos on Unsplash

A Night Vigil is a bit like a Vision Quest, although it only takes place from dusk until the following dawn. The vigil keeper stays up all night, alone in the wild, facing their own thoughts, but also their own fears. Perhaps if one is lucky or worthy, spirit guides will make themselves known, but at a minimum, it’s a way to connect deeply with…