Summer Solstice Energies Unlocked

Well, it's been a busy Gemini season this year, and today marks the last day, as the Sun has just moved into Cancer. The shift from Air (Gemini) energy into Water (Cancer) energy is palpable, particularly as Neptune, is squaring the Sun today at the 29th Degree as it left Gemini and entered Cancer. 

I talked about these Neptune squares in-depth in my last newsletter, as we had both Mercury and Venus making that same challenging aspect to Neptune in Pisces over this past weekend. The fog machine is back on, and this time it's impacting our life force energy, conscious awareness, and overall vitality. If you're feeling extra drained, confused, or unmotivated today, it's certainly the vibe. I almost didn't get this newsletter out! Extra breaks were required today for sure.

But today is a big day for another reason, as it also marks the Summer Solstice and official kick-off of summer season! The Summer Solstice is the longest, brightest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. And the shortest, darkest day of the year aka Winter Solstice for my Southern Hemisphere friends… ;) I like to think of the Solstice(s) as portals. It's a changing of season and a notable page being turned in the story that's unfolding for you this year. 

Think back to what was going on in your life in late December 2023 when we had the Winter Solstice in Capricorn. This is a checking in point. An opportune time to reflect on any goals or manifestations you set back then, and how things are progressing now that we're midway through the calendar year. Does anything need to be changed, shifted, or let go of? Is something unfolding in exciting and perhaps surprising ways? Also, a great day to spend a little intentional time connecting with the Sun, appreciating nature's rhythms in general.

Now, as we officially enter Cancer season, we are moving into an energy that's less about the mind and more about the heart. From thinking, talking, and being social butterflies to…our feelings. Cancer is ruled by the Moon and represents our inner world. Our emotions, how we care and nurture ourselves (and others), and what we need in order to feel safe, secure, and cozy. The Moon is a feminine energy that is very attuned to our intuition, roots, family, lineage, and represents the home we have both physically and metaphorically (the home inside ourselves). 

Cancer energy can be sensitive and moody, so you might be feeling extra crabby at this time with Mercury, Venus, and now the Sun all in Cancer, traveling closely together. Cancer wants us to pay more attention to the messages our bodies tell us, and that might mean more downtime is needed, more baths are required, and self-care is bumping up on the list of priorities.

We are approaching a Full Moon at 1 degree of Capricorn, peaking tomorrow, June 21st, just after 6PM PST. This is the first of two Full Moons in Capricorn, with the second one a month later, on July 21st. A rare and pivotal energy portal, right off the heels of the Solstice! Pay attention to whatever house(s) you have Capricorn and Cancer in your Birth Chart, as these areas of life are being activated for you during this time, especially if you have any major Planets or Points that reside there.

The Cancer:Capricorn axis on the Zodiac wheel is about our personal life vs professional life. Our private world—home, family, and intimate relationships vs who we are out in the external world—our public image, reputation, work, and achievements. The Sun is moving through Cancer, drawing light and awareness to home and family matters, while the Moon in Capricorn will be bringing illumination and peaking energies to the external realities of your life. The Opposition between inner and outer can feel taxing at this time. We likely have pressing responsibilities on both fronts, and it can be hard to juggle where our attention should go.

This Capricorn Full Moon has some interesting Planetary aspects attached to it. The Sun will still be close enough to that Square to Neptune in Pisces that we're already feeling today, adding to the overall vibe of this Full Moon. On one hand, this energy can be a celebratory or important milestone reached for any creative projects you've been working on, and/or for tapping deeper into your spirituality practices or intuitive gifts, but on the other hand, we might feel unclear about something or something that's been hidden is suddenly coming to light. Clarity is coming, but it might take a few days.

The Sun will also be making an Inconjunct (a “fork in the road” aspect) to Pluto Retrograde in Aquarius, which speaks to some sort of transformation occurring and deeper awareness coming up from the depths below around evolutionary changes that have a lasting impact on our future, technology, innovations, and humanity as a whole. I'm sure the second Capricorn Full Moon at 29 Degrees on July 21st, conjunct Pluto, will have even more to reveal…

But overall, what we're feeling and thinking at this time vs how we're taking action is supported at this time, as long as it doesn't feel too risky. Mars, the planet of action, motivation, and drive, in Taurus, will be making a Sextile (an “opportunity” aspect) to Mercury, planet of communication and thinking, in Cancer. This points to what we're building (Taurus) that's of value to us, and sustainable, and how we're feeling about it (Cancer). Are you building something or choosing something that feels nurturing, safe, resourceful, and long-lasting? Do you feel at home?

By the weekend, Mercury in Cancer will Square the Nodes of the Moon in Aries and Libra (followed by Venus and the Sun next week), which points to an element of fate being involved in whatever choices, communications, and actions we are taking over the next few days. And ensuring we value our own personal and emotional needs as well as the needs within our relationships. IMO, The key to working with this energy is to make sure you're honoring your intuition and taking action on it's valuable wisdom. Logic alone can't save us now! 

During a Birth Chart reading, we dive deep into your Astrological Code to unpack the energies held within your chart at your time of birth. These readings bring conscious awareness to the many facets of your being–illuminating the magical blueprint of your soul and the unique way in which it’s expressed. I have a couple spots left for Astrology Readings in June, and am booking for July! 

Whether you're familiar with your Birth Chart and just want to check-in on the current Astrological Energy, or new to the language of Astrology, I'd be honored to support you and shed light on the areas of life where you're being illuminated to grow and evolve—offering valuable insights into how you can best work with the energy.

I offer 15, 30, 60, and 90-minute virtual readings. These readings are full of astrological insights and paired with my intuitive guidance. We'll meet over Zoom where I'll cast your chart and explain the Astrological Landscape “up” for you at this time. You'll get a recording of the session as well as detailed notes and dates for you to reference at any time—all customized to your Natal Chart. Book your session at the link here.

 Happy Solstice!

xo, Tiffany