//solstice + summertime//
summer solstice shines
//THE SEASON OF THE SUN//
Blessed Summer Solstice to you, in the Northern Hemisphere! The pinnacle of the sun’s journey in the sky signifies the longest day and holds profound spiritual significance. This radiant time of year bathes the Earth with an abundance of light + we celebrate the vitality of life. A celestial event honored across cultures + by ancient civilizations is a testament to its potent energy + transformative power. Here you will find a comprehensive ritual created for you to harness + cultivate the magick that is currently in the cosmos. Lean into this ritual all summer long + integrate these healing arts modalities to embrace this vibrant season. Shine on, sweet one. In joy!
xx
//MATERIALS NEEDED//
- journal + pen - tarot//oracle deck - a comfortable space - art materials of your choosing - fresh flowers//herbs//essential oils - candles + crystals - an open heart - awareness + attention - loving intention -
//Setting the Scene//
Preparation:
Begin by cleansing your space— light candles, arrange fresh flowers//herbs, diffuse essential oils + place crystals around your ritual area. Try lavender//any citrus to bring a sense of freshness + vitality. Sink into your senses.
Cosmic Check-In:
The Summer Solstice occurs as the Sun enters Cancer, a time for emotional nurturing, family + home. Note any current transits affecting you personally, such as planets in Cancer or significant aspects to your natal chart. Need help on this part? I got you! Book a reading here.
//Steps for the Ritual//
Grounding + Intention Setting:
Sit comfortably + close your eyes. Take deep breaths, feeling the energy of the summer sun fill your body.
Reflect on what you wish to manifest//release during this solstice. Write these intentions in your journal.
Art Making:
Create a piece of art that represents the energy of the solstice. This could be a painting, drawing, or collage.
Focus on colors + symbols that evoke the sun//growth//your personal intentions. Allow your emotions to flow freely + let your heart speak through the art.
Tarot//Oracle Spread:
Shuffle your deck while thinking about the themes of the solstice: illumination, growth + emotional nurturing.
Lay out the cards in the following spread:
Card 1: What is being illuminated in my life right now?
Card 2: What area of my life needs nurturing and growth?
Card 3: What energy should I embrace during this solstice?
Card 4: What should I release to move forward?
Card 5: What will guide me toward my highest potential this season?
Reflect on each card and write down your interpretations in your journal. Consider how these insights align with your solstice intentions + your current astrological influences.
Healing Arts Therapy:
Use the insights from your reading + art creation to engage in a healing activity. This could look like a self-massage//guided reiki visualization//sound healing session.
Focus on integrating the themes of emotional nurturing + growth. Imagine the sun’s energy healing + energizing you.
Closing the Ritual:
Thank the sun + the energies you’ve invoked during the ritual.
Spend a few moments in silent reflection, feeling gratitude for the insights + creative energy.
Safely extinguish your candles + clean up your space, leaving your art piece + journal in a place where you can revisit them.
//AND SO IT IS//
Community Connection: If you are called, share your insights + art with friends//family//social media. Tag me @katyazajac + let’s celebrate the solstice together— I truly adore witnessing your magick in action!
Ongoing Practice: Commit to revisiting your intentions + spread periodically throughout the season, adjusting your focus as needed. Reach out + schedule a therapeutic ritual session of your own!
May this ritual bring you clarity, creativity + a deep sense of connection to the solstice energies.
Sending love to you always.
xx
