Samhain | Can’t Sleep? Discover an Ancient Celtic Tradition - I Can’t Sleep

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Samhain is an ancient Celtic festival marking the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter. This episode explores the origins of Samhain, how it was traditionally celebrated, and the customs and beliefs associated with this important time of year. Along the way, you’ll hear about bonfires, seasonal traditions, the supernatural, and Samhain’s connections to later Halloween customs.

It’s steady and consistent, with no whispering and no sudden changes, just enough to give your mind something to follow as you wind down. Happy sleeping!

Read with permission from Samhain, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samhain), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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