Darkness in the Northern Hemisphere reaches its peak on 21 December at the winter solstice. At the same time, the present times do not look bright for many people. Forms and structures that have been cherished are collapsing, and a sense of uncertainty is spreading about what the future will bring. Artificial intelligence is taking over the work of many jobs, and the transition is leaving many in despair. Now it requires great patience and mindfulness to listen inwardly to wh