Step into the gentle stillness of winter with the Root and Rise Holiday 2025 Edition , a calming and insightful companion for the darkest days of the year. This special issue is crafted around the theme, The Quiet and Reflective Reset, Honoring the Winter Solstice , and it guides readers into a season of deep rest, thoughtful reflection and soft renewal. Parents and adults will find comfort in its warm storytelling, mindful practices and soulful inspiration that feel like a slow exhale after a long year. Inside you will discover nourishing winter rituals, grounding wellness ideas, soothing sleep support, peaceful movement practices and heartfelt reflections that encourage emotional balance and inner clarity. Each article invites you to slow down, listen to your body and reconnect with what truly matters. From simple winter nutrition and gentle self care to cozy family traditions and mindful parenting wisdom, this edition offers a nurturing space for self compassion and calm living. Perfect for winter nights, quiet mornings or whenever you need a moment to breathe, this issue is a reminder that you do not have to rush into the new year. You can reset at your own pace and rise with steady, restored energy. Curl up, unwind and let this reflective guide bring warmth and light to your winter season.