Happy summer solstice to all! Today marks the longest day in the Northern Hemisphere (and the opposite in the Southern Hemisphere). Today we honor and celebrate the seasonal change, the flow of nature and the abundance of the seasons. Each season teaches us something.
Summer is the warmest season of the year and things fully blossom and come alive during it. People are in their most celebratory mood. Outdoor events are on and overall it is the time for adventure and short-lived excitement. Summer can be the most intense season of the year. Most people look back on it during winter and feel nostalgic about their "hot girl summer," outdoor festivals or family vacations.
If you are setting your intention for today, set it for the next three months and let it prosper.
What are some rituals or practices you can do on the summer solstice? For most people, summer is the most transformative time of year. It is therefore important to prepare yourself for it on all levels.
Try to find some quiet time.
Prepare your meditation, sound healing or space. Make it as comfortable, relaxing and quieting as possible.
Have a journal, notebook or piece of paper ready. Grab a pen.
Start clearing your energy and emptying your mind (through quiet time, relaxation, meditation).
After emptying your mind and saging your energy field, become aware of what it is you want to accomplish or experience in the time ahead (next 3 months).
Write down a bullet list of points of what you intend to accomplish, do or practice during this time frame. Don't let it be overwhelmingly long. Anywhere from a few sentences up to a page should be enough.
Focus your intention on this list and visualize it being real.
Refocus your attention on the list in the days and weeks to come.