Introduction
Summary of the book Wintering by Katherine May. Before we start, let’s delve into a short overview of the book. Imagine a season when the world turns quieter, and familiar colors fade into soft grays and whites. The air becomes cold, the ground hardens, and the sky seems distant. In such times, many living things know exactly what to do: animals find hidden shelters, trees let their leaves drop, and even the smallest seeds wait patiently in the soil. For humans, though, the arrival of winter can feel uneasy. Instead of slowing down, we often push ourselves harder, trying to pretend that nothing has changed. But what if we learned to value these colder, darker moments, not just in nature but also in our own lives? What if, instead of fearing difficult periods, we embraced them as quiet times to rest, rethink, and renew ourselves? This journey will explore how understanding winter’s patterns can guide us through life’s toughest challenges, showing that every cold season ends and prepares us for new beginnings.
Chapter 1: Venturing into the Silent Season to Discover Nature’s Unspoken Instructions for Survival.
Picture a stormy coastline on a chilly day, where the wind howls, and the sea looks gray and cold. This was the scene as author Katherine May approached her fortieth birthday, standing on a beach in Folkestone with close friends. As the waves crashed, her husband suddenly fell ill, feeling pain that could not be ignored. Initially, they both thought it would pass, like a small gust of wind that settles. But as the hours crept by, his discomfort deepened until he was rushed to a hospital. What they expected to be a minor issue turned into something life-threatening. As the night wore on, his appendix burst, and he lingered in a delicate state where each breath was uncertain. This event marked the start of a personal winter—a time of struggle, confusion, and fear that neither of them could have predicted.
At the very moment May’s husband fought for his life, their daily routines, hopes, and plans twisted into unfamiliar shapes. She had recently left her academic job in search of something more meaningful, imagining a life that felt freer. Yet, now she faced the pressure of financial uncertainty and the weighty role of caregiver to her husband. Adding to the complexity, her own health began to falter, presenting a series of mysterious symptoms and endless tests until doctors identified Crohn’s disease, a condition that caused her ongoing pain and weakness. All the while, she tried to support her young son, who felt the burden of school expectations and bullying classmates. Each worry stacked upon the next, leaving May feeling frozen, as though she were trapped in the darkest, coldest month of the year.
Rather than forcing herself to keep up appearances, May let herself slow down. She rested more, allowing her sadness to speak rather than stuffing it away. In quiet moments, as her body ached and her husband recovered slowly, she peered out windows, noticing subtle changes in the light and the world outside. She realized that animals and plants did not resist winter’s demands; they responded with patience and care. A tree does not panic when its branches grow bare. Instead, it conserves energy, waiting calmly for spring. Animals curl into warm dens, storing food, and sleeping until better days return. Witnessing these natural responses, May wondered: Could humans also learn to treat their difficult times like seasonal winters, accepting them as natural, even necessary, instead of battling them at every turn?
In embracing this idea, May saw that humans often try to push straight through hardships, refusing to acknowledge these slow, low-energy times as essential. Instead of allowing ourselves to regenerate, we keep pressing on, feeling guilty if we pause. Yet nature’s pattern shows another way. Just as winter eventually ends, personal winters—illnesses, grief, disappointments—won’t last forever. By surrendering to these slow periods, we can gather strength, reset our priorities, and prepare for spring-like renewals. May discovered that the key lies in understanding that seasons, both in nature and in life, follow cycles. Winter is not a failure but a necessary chapter. Through this lens, she realized she could gently navigate her troubles, trusting that, like the world around her, she would emerge brighter, stronger, and ready for fresh beginnings when the cold darkness passed.
Chapter 2: Learning from Ancient Customs and Finnish Traditions to Greet Winter’s Arrival Gracefully.
In Finland, where winters descend with fierce determination, people anticipate the cold long before snow covers the ground. This practice even has a special name: talvitalat. It’s a word with no direct English equivalent, describing the careful preparation for the approaching winter season. Instead of waiting passively, Finns begin storing summer clothes and pulling out thick woolen sweaters as soon as the slightest chill touches the air. They ensure their homes are fit to withstand heavy snowfall, stacking firewood and reinforcing rooftops. This early effort acknowledges that winter is inevitable. By treating the incoming season as something expected and respected, rather than feared, they create a gentle transition. They know that a strong foundation of warmth, comfort, and proper supplies can mean the difference between a long, miserable stretch and a period of quiet, cozy survival.
These Finnish practices remind us that it’s wise to prepare for our own life winters, those hard times that appear without warning. Even if we don’t face blizzards, we might sense troubles on the horizon—a job change, a health issue, a relationship strain. Just as a Finnish family might begin their preparations in August, when the world still feels sunny, we can consider what resources, both practical and emotional, we should gather before hardships strike. This might mean learning new skills, saving a bit of money, organizing our homes, or fostering friendships that can offer support later. It might also mean stocking our minds and hearts with comforting routines—like a warm cup of tea at dusk, a walk under autumn leaves, or even learning to cook nourishing meals that can be frozen and enjoyed during tougher moments.
True preparation isn’t just about material goods. It’s about adjusting our mindset. In modern life, we often pretend each day should feel as productive as the last, ignoring nature’s quieter cycles. But no field can produce crops endlessly without rest, and no person can remain endlessly energetic without moments of pause. Embracing talvitalat, even if we live somewhere mild, is about welcoming the idea of slowing down. It can mean baking bread on a chilly afternoon, arranging candles by the window, or savoring the sweetness of jam preserved from summer fruits. These gentle, mindful activities let us tune into the rhythms of the year. They remind us that not all time must be spent racing forward—some moments can be dedicated to quiet gathering and tending to ourselves.
In fact, facing winter head-on can teach us to value the cold itself. We often see cold as an enemy, something to hide from or beat back with central heating. But cold can also heal, as ice soothes a swollen joint. Some cultures embrace the shock of winter, plunging into icy lakes or rolling in fresh snow after a hot sauna. This tradition isn’t about punishment; it’s about feeling alive, awake, and fully present. By approaching winter with courage instead of dread, we learn that difficult conditions can cleanse the spirit and open up new perspectives. Just as the Finns show us, preparing and then meeting winter halfway can transform a harsh season into a meaningful experience of growth and resilience.
Chapter 3: Embracing the Quiet Darkness as an Invitation to Rest, Reflect, and Renew.
Long before humans lit their homes with electric bulbs and phone screens, winter darkness served as a natural signal to rest. Animals respond instinctively: some hibernate deep in burrows, while others lie in a state of torpor, slowing their heartbeat and breathing. They do not waste energy trying to act as if it’s still summer. Instead, they adapt. If we pause to think about it, we might realize that darkness and cold are gentle nudges from nature, suggesting we catch our breath. Instead of seeing winter as a nuisance, what if we saw it as permission to sleep more deeply, dream more richly, and think more quietly? If animals trust the season’s cues, maybe humans, too, can embrace the dark as a friend rather than a foe.
Historically, people once respected these rhythms. Before the Industrial Revolution, when artificial lighting was scarce, winter nights were long and society’s pace slowed. Some historians believe that people slept in segments—an early sleep after sunset, followed by a quiet period of wakefulness in the middle of the night. During this watch, people might talk softly, pray, reflect on their worries, or simply exist in the darkness without distraction. Then they slept again until morning light. Modern life, with its bright screens and constant connectivity, has robbed us of these natural sleep cycles. We fight the dark rather than flow with it. By ignoring nature’s invitation to rest, we risk missing out on the calm and clarity that can come from deeper, more thoughtful slumber.
Scientific experiments have shown that when people are deprived of artificial light and allowed to sleep as nature intended, they often fall into a pattern similar to our ancestors. They sleep, wake for a gentle watch, then sleep again, feeling surprisingly at ease. This suggests our bodies still hold ancient knowledge, even if we rarely tap into it. Allowing winter’s longer nights to guide our rest could help us process anxieties, release tension, and grow more comfortable with our inner thoughts. Instead of dreading the long nights, we could see them as a cozy shelter—soft blankets, dim lamplight, and quiet music might replace frantic late-night scrolling or binge-watching. In this shelter, we have time to care for our inner world, preparing ourselves for sunnier days ahead.
When we choose to align our sleeping and waking with winter’s darkened schedule, we send a message to ourselves: it’s okay not to rush. It’s okay to reflect rather than produce, to rest rather than hustle. This shift can bring a sense of balance to our overworked minds and bodies. We might notice that as we slow down, our thoughts become clearer, our dreams more meaningful, and our emotions easier to understand. The darkness outside becomes a partner in healing rather than something to fear. We might find that, after granting ourselves this rest, we emerge from winter’s stillness feeling strong, creative, and ready to engage with the bright world again. Winter’s darkness, then, is not a barrier to life’s progress but a crucial pause that makes growth possible.
Chapter 4: Finding Warmth in Shared Rituals, Festive Gatherings, and Communal Acts of Hope.
Modern life can feel thin on meaningful traditions. We celebrate a handful of holidays, often focusing on consumer goods rather than deeper connections. But other cultures and ancient practices offer a more layered view of the passing seasons. Consider the Druidic calendar, in which every six weeks brings a special occasion linked to nature’s changing state. These rituals mark moments like the winter solstice—the shortest day and longest night—welcoming a time of reflection and quiet hope. Unlike summer festivities, which are lively and abundant, winter rituals acknowledge that this is a lean and challenging period. Instead of feasting on the brightness of long days, people gather close, light candles, and celebrate the simple fact that they share the darkness together.
This sense of community is powerful. In Scandinavian regions, St. Lucy’s Day offers a story of light in the dark. Girls wear crowns of candles, recalling a legend of a young girl who once brought comfort to those hidden in dark catacombs. Across different traditions and religions, the winter solstice anchors celebrations that emphasize warmth, solidarity, and the promise of brighter mornings ahead. Even if we are not religious, we can create our own rituals—lighting a candle at dusk, walking quietly under the frosty sky, or inviting friends to share a hot meal. Each small act pushes against the cold and the gloom, proving that together, we can spark light and comfort when nature gives us so little of it.
Rituals also remind us that time is moving forward, even when the world feels stuck. When fields are frozen and growth is paused, these gatherings help us measure life’s flow. They confirm that winter won’t last forever, that the wheel of the year keeps turning. By observing something special—whether a shared dinner, a storytelling evening, or a music-filled night—we mark the passage of time with meaning. Instead of letting the season slip by in silent struggle, we acknowledge it with intention. We become participants in nature’s dance rather than spectators waiting for summer’s return. This active involvement can soothe sadness, ease loneliness, and build a feeling of belonging.
It’s comforting to know that people have been lighting fires in long winter nights for thousands of years, hoping to guide the sun back to strength. Even if our community is small, or mostly virtual, we can still connect. Perhaps it’s a weekly video call with relatives, a neighborhood potluck, or a book club that meets only in winter. The form doesn’t matter as much as the spirit of coming together. By aligning with ancient patterns and shaping new traditions, we affirm that we’re not alone in the cold. We stand as part of a long human story, one that has always found ways to share warmth and hope, no matter how deep the darkness or how fierce the chill outside.
Chapter 5: Gazing at the Wolf’s Hunger to Understand Our Own Fierce Appetites for More.
Wolves have long haunted human imagination as symbols of fierce hunger and harsh winters. Literature often casts them as villains lurking at the edges of snowy forests, waiting to pounce. Think of wolves serving the White Witch in C.S. Lewis’s Narnia or the dire wolves foretelling doom in fantasy tales. Historically, when Europe was wilder and people heard wolves howling in the night, the fear was real. During freezing months, wolves drew closer to human settlements, hunger driving them to hunt livestock. Villagers felt threatened, and over time, wolves became images of ruthless winter desperation. Laws were even passed to exterminate them, and by the time wolves disappeared from many areas, their fearful reputation had grown larger than life.
Yet this tale is incomplete. Wolves are not merely savage hunters. They are loving family animals that live in devoted packs. They care for their young, cooperate in hunting, and share their food. The problem arises when resources are scarce. Then, like humans in desperate times, wolves do what they must to survive. Perhaps our fear of wolves stems from seeing our own weaknesses mirrored in their eyes. Humans also struggle with wanting more than we need, consuming beyond what nature can easily supply. Like wolves, we face lean times and must learn how to cope without losing our sense of fairness, empathy, and respect for the world around us.
By studying the wolf’s image in winter, we might question our own behavior. Are we so different? We stockpile goods, toss away still-useful items, and treat the planet’s resources as if they are endless. Winter teaches us that nothing lasts forever: food runs out, light fades, and warmth recedes. Wolves adapt by banding together and hunting efficiently. We, too, can adapt by consuming less, sharing more, and valuing what we have. The wolf can become a teacher, showing us that when nature grows stingy, we must respond thoughtfully. Instead of blaming the wolf or the season, we can recognize the push and pull of nature’s cycles and learn to live more harmoniously with them.
Seeing wolves as part of winter’s story invites us to confront our own tendencies during hard times. Will we become bitter, frightened, and greedy, or will we find ways to remain generous and kind? Winter’s challenges call us to examine what truly matters. The wolf’s howl might send a chill down our spine, but it can also remind us that we share the earth with other creatures who face hunger and cold. In accepting wolves as part of the natural tapestry, rather than demonizing them, we accept that life’s darkest periods can contain lessons. The harsh season isn’t there to crush us—it’s there to teach us humility, cooperation, and a deeper understanding of what survival really means.
Chapter 6: Welcoming Snow’s Silent Blanket as a Chance to Slow, Play, and Connect.
Snow often arrives quietly, covering rooftops and roads with a soft, white layer that transforms the familiar into something fresh and gentle. For many of us, snow can feel inconvenient—disrupting traffic, halting trains, and closing schools. But think about what else it does. It hushes the world, forcing us to pause our frantic pace. Adults who rarely play find themselves drawn into building snowmen, making snow angels, or simply walking slowly to avoid slipping. Snow can shift our attention from efficiency to wonder, reminding us of childhood excitement. When the world is slowed by drifts of white, we are gifted an excuse to notice small details: the crunch underfoot, the sparkle of flakes, and the icy patterns on windowpanes.
This enforced slowing-down breaks the modern illusion that everything is always under our control. We live in an age where we can send messages instantly, buy anything online, and expect immediate results. Yet a heavy snowfall can still undo our best-laid plans, teaching us humility. Instead of seeing this as a setback, we can welcome it as an invitation to become present. Without the usual rush, we might talk more deeply with a neighbor, spend time reading a book we’ve put off, or simply stare at the changing sky. It’s as if nature hands us a gentle reminder: not everything is meant to run at high speed, and pausing can reveal hidden joys.
Just as snow encourages stillness, cold water can offer surprising lessons too. Some brave souls swim in icy lakes during winter, plunging into frigid waters that shock the senses awake. This practice might seem odd, but research shows that cold water immersion can release chemicals in the brain that boost our mood and sharpen our focus. In the chill, we become fully alert, living entirely in the moment. Past regrets and future worries fade as the body concentrates on the here and now. This heightened awareness can carry over into daily life, teaching us resilience and courage. Winter’s extremes—its biting cold and slowing snow—can guide us to a strength we didn’t know we had.
By stepping outside our comfort zone, whether through a playful snowball fight or an invigorating icy dip, we embrace the challenges of winter as opportunities. These moments connect us with a more natural pace, remind us to value simple pleasures, and sharpen our ability to cope with discomfort. Instead of viewing winter weather as an obstacle, we can see it as a teacher. It shows us that life isn’t all about control and ease. Sometimes, letting go, slowing down, and waking our senses to the world’s raw beauty can enrich our understanding of ourselves. Through snow and cold water, winter gently urges us to accept life’s unpredictability and find grace within it.
Chapter 7: Observing Hive Minds and Ant Armies to Learn Collective Endurance in Cold Times.
In one ancient fable, a grasshopper sings away the summer while an ant toils, gathering grains for the upcoming winter. When the frost arrives, the grasshopper, having stored nothing, begs the ant for food. The ant refuses, symbolizing a cold lesson: prepare or perish. Though this story praises the hardworking ant, it also highlights the harshness of survival. Yet ants, and other eusocial creatures like honeybees, show us that survival in winter need not be individualistic or cruel. These tiny beings thrive by working together, each playing a role. Unlike the fable’s moral, which pits hard workers against carefree dreamers, real ant colonies and beehives teach us about cooperation and shared purpose.
Honeybees, for example, spend warm months gathering nectar, turning it into honey that can sustain the whole colony during winter’s scarcity. When it’s cold, they form a tight cluster, shivering their flight muscles to generate warmth. Bees rotate positions, so no single individual bears all the burden. Similarly, ant colonies store resources and protect each other through the hardest times. They do not survive by selfishness alone; they survive through collective effort. If we shift our perspective, we might see that humans, too, can be more like these insects. By pooling our strengths and supporting one another, we can weather personal winters without leaving anyone outside in the cold.
Nature’s smallest architects teach us that community is a powerful shield against hardships. When winter hits, it’s not enough for one ant or bee to think only of itself. The entire group must function as one, sharing warmth, resources, and labor. Applying this lesson to human life, we might understand that in our darkest seasons—whether marked by personal struggles, health issues, or financial hardships—we need not face them alone. Friends, neighbors, coworkers, and family members can unite, offering a helping hand, a comforting meal, or simply a listening ear. This cooperation turns a bleak situation into a shared challenge, easier to bear because the weight is distributed among many shoulders.
If we learn to embrace our eusocial nature, we might realize that helping others during their personal winters often eases our own difficulties, too. By building networks of support, we create safety nets for ourselves. Instead of viewing winter as a time of isolation, we can see it as a period where bonds are tested and strengthened. When we emerge from these trials, we do so not just as stronger individuals, but as stronger communities. Ants and bees don’t just survive winter; they come out prepared to blossom and grow when warmth returns. Humans, following their example, can face adversity with grace and unity, ensuring everyone can make it to springtime together.
Chapter 8: Turning Toward Nature’s Lessons to Withstand Personal Storms With Patience and Grace.
After observing how plants, animals, and cultures handle winter, Katherine May began to see her own life struggles as seasons. Her husband’s life-threatening illness, her own battle with Crohn’s disease, and her son’s schooling difficulties formed a harsh personal winter. Instead of pushing away sadness, she learned to accept it as natural. Just as landscapes lie barren and silent under snow, our inner lives sometimes need quiet, low-energy phases to recover strength. Through this perspective, personal hardship no longer felt like a failure. It felt like a resting period—a time to conserve energy, reevaluate plans, and patiently wait for new possibilities to form beneath the surface.
May recognized that much of modern life demands a constant summer-like attitude, where we stay productive, cheerful, and bright no matter what. Social media encourages relentless positivity, and our workplaces expect nonstop output. But wintering teaches another truth. It says that just as fields need to lie fallow, people need rest to maintain their fertility—our creativity, passion, and well-being depend on these breaks. Without downtime, we risk depleting ourselves until nothing good can grow. By embracing winter periods, we give ourselves the gift of restoration. We acknowledge that low moods, lost opportunities, and difficulties are part of a larger cycle, not permanent conditions.
This new viewpoint isn’t just theory; it’s practical wisdom. When we stop fighting the dark season of our life and treat it as a necessary stage, we discover ways to ease the pain. Maybe we simplify our days, spend time outdoors, read thoughtful books, or talk openly with loved ones about our struggles. We stop insisting on endless cheer and find value in honest feelings, even the difficult ones. Like preparing for a physical winter, we gather inner resources—kindness, self-compassion, understanding. Over time, this approach helps us respond to future hardships more calmly, knowing we’ve done it before, and we’ll do it again.
When we align with nature’s wisdom, we move closer to accepting that darkness does not mean an end. Instead, it is a part of life’s design, ensuring growth and renewal. Just as nature cycles through seasons, our lives cycle through highs and lows. Each personal winter becomes a lesson, teaching us resilience, showing us the strength we didn’t know we had. When we learn to welcome winter rather than brace against it, we unlock the ability to heal quietly. Once the snows melt and light returns, we find ourselves stronger, wiser, and ready for whatever spring may bring.
Chapter 9: Practicing Wintering Skills to Transform Hardship into Resilience, Insight, and Inner Strength.
Learning to winter is like learning a skill that grows sharper each time we use it. The first harsh season might catch us off guard, leaving us shivering in confusion and despair. But once we’ve experienced it, we understand that winters, whether literal or metaphorical, will come again. Instead of dreading them, we can prepare. We can remind ourselves: I’ve done this before, and I can do it again. Over time, this knowledge becomes part of our inner toolkit. Difficulties still hurt, sadness still stings, but the fear of never recovering eases. We trust the cycle.
As we practice, we become more skilled at reading the signals of approaching winters in our lives. We might notice the exhaustion building, the creative well running dry, or the tug of negative emotions warning us that it’s time to slow down. Instead of resisting these signs, we can gently shift into wintering mode—setting boundaries on our time, seeking comfort in calming activities, or even stepping back from certain responsibilities. Like planting bulbs before the first frost, these small acts prepare us to endure the chill. By recognizing patterns, we turn unknown terrors into familiar, navigable landscapes.
In doing so, we also learn to find simple joys in wintering. Just as a person might discover delight in a hot drink after a frosty walk, we learn to see beauty in quiet reflection, soothing music, heartfelt conversations, or peaceful solitude. We might discover interests that suit this slower pace—journaling, painting, cooking, or learning about something fascinating. In this way, wintering can enrich our character, bringing out qualities like patience, perseverance, and empathy. Instead of feeling cheated by hardship, we feel we’ve gained something subtle and valuable: resilience. This resilience doesn’t erase pain, but it helps us stand firm through it.
With each personal winter, we gain confidence. We know spring awaits somewhere down the line. This doesn’t make winter painless, but it does give us faith in our own ability to endure. We might even start to see wintering as an integral part of life’s fullness. Without these quiet, difficult periods, how would we appreciate the bursts of energy and color that follow? By practicing wintering, we transform adversity into a chance for deep growth. We emerge with a richer understanding of ourselves and a stronger capacity to face life’s cycles, again and again.
Chapter 10: Emerging into the Spring of Our Lives After Winter’s Trials and Teachings.
Eventually, winter’s hold loosens. Days grow longer, sunlight returns, and new growth pokes through the soil. Just as nature awakens, so do we after a personal winter. Stepping out of hardship, we often carry fresh insights and renewed energy. The slowness we once cursed now makes sense. The quiet and stillness allowed us to gather strength, heal wounds, and prepare for something new. Instead of feeling defeated, we might feel proud of having survived and learned. Like a tree that looked dead but now sprouts leaves, we have more life than before. This is the reward of embracing wintering rather than denying it.
Looking back, we see that the seasons teach us about life’s truths: nothing stays fixed forever. Cycles of rest, struggle, and renewal repeat endlessly. Knowing this gives us courage. When we face tough times again, we won’t panic at the first sign of frost. We’ll remember that beneath the snow, seeds lie waiting. We’ll recall that darkness fades, and nothing remains stagnant. This assurance helps us meet challenges with steady hearts. It encourages us to be gentle with ourselves, to trust the natural flow of change, and to believe that brighter days are on the horizon.
Our personal winters become markers of growth. Each time we live through hardship and emerge on the other side, we add another layer to our understanding of what it means to be alive. We learn to value patience, empathy, and kindness. We learn that slowing down isn’t the same as giving up, and that rest isn’t laziness but a necessary ingredient for vitality. This shift in perspective can enrich all parts of our lives—our relationships, our work, our creativity, and our sense of purpose. Rather than seeing ourselves as victims of circumstance, we see ourselves as participants in a grand, ever-turning wheel.
As we step fully into life’s springtime once more, we carry with us the wisdom of winter. We know that each future winter will bring its own pains and lessons, but we also know we can handle it. We’ve discovered that embracing the cold season inside us can lead to richer, more meaningful growth afterward. Life’s patterns are not mistakes; they are cycles designed to help us evolve. By fully experiencing winter—its hardships and gifts—we learn to treasure the warmth, light, and potential of the seasons that follow. In this sense, wintering isn’t just about surviving darkness; it’s about preparing our hearts to bloom beautifully in the light.
All about the Book
Discover the beauty of stillness and the power of rest in ‘Wintering’ by Katherine May. This transformative read guides you through seasonal change, encouraging self-reflection and renewal for personal growth and resilience.
Katherine May is an acclaimed author known for her profound explorations of nature, well-being, and the human experience, captivating readers with her eloquent prose and insightful perspectives.
Therapists, Life Coaches, Educators, Wellness Professionals, Environmentalists
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In the depths of winter, I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer.
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The Wainwright Prize, The James Tait Black Memorial Prize, Shortlisted for the Costa Book Awards
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