At the turning of the year, the life force rises. The Fire Horse comes with strength, speed, and the desire to move forward. Before we move, we must listen. In the old ways, no action was taken without first bringing the inner world into harmony. A restless mind creates scattered outcomes. A pacified heart creates right action. In this first gathering, we learn how to calm the inner winds — not by suppressing energy, but by sitting with it until it reveals its direction. Fire is a sacred ally. When respected, it warms and illuminates. When ignored, it burns without purpose. We listen to the breath, the body, and the quiet voice beneath thought. We remember that guidance does not shout — it speaks softly, the way the ancestors speak, the way the earth speaks. This session opens the path for the year ahead.