Summer Solstice is a time of fulfillment and inner expansion. It is the sacred moment of the year when the sun reaches peak expression in the northern hempishphere, making it the longest day of the year.

The Sun symbolizes love, abundance, expansion and vitality because our sun is the SOURCE of life, sending out a constant stream of life force energy. All beings and life forms receive this nurturing warmth and love, whether they are conscious of it or not. The sun is also the physical CENTER of our solar system around which the planets revolve. It is our relationship to the sun's radiance that dictates our earthly existence. It is the light of a new day that causes us to awaken from night's slumber in the same way that a seed begins to stir as the soil warms after winter's freeze.

As the source & center of life, the sun also represents the spiritual center within humans. The solar plexus, which is the energy center found at the nexus of your diaphragm where your esophagus meets your stomach gets its name for this reason. In hinduism this energy center (chakra) is called Manipura– “lustrous gem.” It is associated with transformation, personal will power and taking action in the world. When your solar plexus is balanced it means that you are living from you center, aligning to your values, and empowered in your truth. 

Summer reveals the magic, beauty, wonder and joy inherent in creation. We are called forth from the darkness by the sun's loving radiance and are reminded of our own unique capacity to nurture self-love, align to truth, make love to the mystery, and to radiate our inner abundance out into the world.

 Ceremonial Elements will include:

- Breath, Sound & Movement 

- Nature Connection

- Journaling & reflection

- Conversation & sharing

WHAT TO BRING:

- Candle & lighter

- Access to nature OR a handful of natural elements

- Journal & creative making supplies

- Yoga mat for movement *optional