When the Sun rolls into Cancer on June 20th, we have the Summer Solstice in the Northern hemisphere and the Winter Solstice in the Southern hemisphere.
A time of extreme light and dark — the longest day on one side, and the longest night on the other, the Cardinal energy of Cancer initiates a new relationship to the Sun and a new season.
The Solstices are powerful energetic portals for directing your energy. They can help propel us in the direction we want to go if we’re intentional with our focus.
If there’s a goal you’re ready to move toward, use the energy of the Solstice to activate and invigorate your path ahead.
Since I’m based in the Northern hemisphere, we’re going to talk about the Summer Solstice specifically today.
For Winter Solstice rituals, check out this episode of Cosmic Style.
The Summer Solstice is a time of blossoming, flourishing, vibrance, and wellbeing. It’s about savoring the bright juiciness of the moment, enjoying and luxuriating in what we have when we have it.
It’s also a great time for engaging with all kinds of solar magick.
Choose Your Own Adventure: Celebrate the Summer Solstice
Get outside
Plan a backyard gathering
Have a bonfire or BBQ
Watch the sun rise or set
Enjoy the feeling of the warm sun on your skin (safely)
Go barefoot
Gather flowers & herbs
Eat seasonal food
Make sun tea
Charge jewelry or other special items out in the sun
Dance/express your joy
Contemplate what lights you up and gives you energy
Future vision
Call on your clairvoyance
Set intentions
Use these rituals to help focus your attention and celebrate your inner light.
Schedule a summer/mid-year reading with me.
Ask yourself:
What’s my solar (warm, central, undeniable) power?
How do I shine?
What lights me up?
What gives me energy and vitality?
What makes me feel radiant?
What do I want to express?
What makes me feel like the most me?
What am I ready to move toward in this season?
Shining your brightest doesn’t just serve you — it helps others and gives them the courage to do the same.
Summer Solstice Tarot Spread
Card 1: Where is my inner fire moving me this season?
Card 2: What part of me is ready to shine?
Card 3: What am I ready to share?
Card 4: How can I support my nervous system as I grow?
Card 5: How can I open up to joy in a new way?