Astrologer reveals what the summer solstice means for your star sign - and there's a crucial message for Cancers
As the summer solstice dawns, the longest day of the year is set to give way to one of the most powerful spiritual opportunities, say astrologers.
The summer solstice takes place in the UK on 21 June and carries the most daylight hours of any other in the year, making in the longest day and shortest night in the calendar.
Spiritually speaking, this can mean big things for people's star signs, with the summer solstice holding immense energetic potential.
Spiritual medium Tracy Higgs told MailOnline it is a 'powerful time of illumination, clarity, and renewal'.
'The solstice invites us to awaken to our purpose and realign with the light within. It's a sacred portal of growth,' she added.
While Sagittarius signs will experience themes of rebirth and intimacy that awaken passion and power, Leos should pause to reflect, reconnect, and focus on resting over revival.
Meanwhile, those born under the sign of cancer, due to celebrate their birthdays, are currently experiencing a cycle of personal growth, meaning they must shed old skin to renew.
Aries on the other hand, are being 'nudged to focus inward' and should stick to clearing away stagnant energy to 'invite peace'.
According to the medium, the solstice acts as a reminder from the universe that we are 'light'.
'We are part of the great turning wheel of life, always evolving, always growing. Wherever your sign sits in the sky, let this sacred shift bring you back to centre.'
On the longest day of the year, she encouraged all signs to light a candle at sunrise or sunset and to ask spirit guide to follow them into the 'next season with clarity, courage, and compassion'.
Aries (21 March – 19 April)
Theme: Self-leadership and Home Awakening
Higgs said: 'The solstice lights up your fourth house of home and emotional foundations. You're being nudged to focus inward—on your roots, your sanctuary, and your soul's safe space.'
The astrologer said it is 'a powerful time to clear your home of stagnant energy and invite in peace.'
Solstice Soul Prompt: What does emotional safety truly feel like to me?
Taurus (20 April – 20 May)
Theme: Voice, Vision & Vibrations
'Communication is your theme, dear Taurus,' Higgs said. 'This solstice highlights your third house—it's time to speak your truth, write from your heart, and be heard. Spirit may send signs through conversations and synchronicities.'
Solstice Soul Prompt: Where am I holding back my voice—and why?
Gemini (21 May – 20 June)
Theme: Sacred Self-Worth
For Gemini, the solstice will shift attention towards values of self-worth.
'It's not just about money—it's about knowing what you truly deserve,' the spiritualist said.
She urged Geminis to align 'energy with abundance', adding that they 'may be called to review how to invest time, energy, and love.'
Solstice Soul Prompt: What do I need to release to receive more?
Cancer (21 June – 22 July)
Theme: Rebirth and Radiance
'This solstice is your solar return, Cancer,' Higgs pointed out. 'You're stepping into a new cycle of personal growth. Shed the old skin of who you've been, and stand tall in the light of who you're becoming.'
With it being Cancer's birthday, their 'intuitive power is especially strong now,' according to the medium.
Solstice Soul Prompt: What new version of me is being born?
Leo (23 July – 22 August)
Theme: Surrender and Spiritual Insight
'Your twelfth house is lit up, Leo, asking you to pause, reflect, and reconnect with your higher self,' Higgs said.
'This solstice isn't about action—it's about soul whispers, healing sleep, and deep reflection. The spirit world may be calling.'
Solstice Soul Prompt: Where do I need to rest, not rush?
Virgo (23 August – 22 September)
Theme: Visionary Community and Purpose
'The solstice activates your eleventh house of dreams and soul tribes.'
The spiritualist encouraged Virgos to ask questions this summer solstice. 'Who lifts you? Who drains you? Tune in,' she said, adding that it was a 'potent time to set intentions' for the future and align with kindred spirits.
Solstice Soul Prompt: What vision am I ready to commit to?
Libra (23 September – 22 October)
Theme: Soulful Ambition and Recognition
'Your tenth house of career and soul mission is illuminated,' the spiritualist said.
'The solstice gives you a golden spotlight—don't shy away.'
She implored Libras to 'step into' their power and that 'ecognition or leadership may be on the horizon.'
Solstice Soul Prompt: Am I honouring the full scale of my potential?
Scorpio (23 October – 21 November)
Theme: Expansion and Soul Education
The solstice for Scorpio is 'about wisdom, learning, and stepping into new territory', according to Higgs.
'Whether through travel, spiritual studies, or visionary thinking—you're being asked to expand your horizons.
Solstice Soul Prompt: What truth am I being guided to explore?
Sagittarius (22 November – 21 December)
Theme: Depth, Desire & Transformation
'The solstice stirs your eighth house—death, rebirth, intimacy, and deep soul healing,' said Higgs.
Sagittarius shouldn't be 'afraid to dive in', since the solstice offers a 'sacred time to release what's been buried and awaken passion and power.'
Solstice Soul Prompt: What am I ready to transform—once and for all?
Capricorn (22 December – 19 January)
Theme: Soul Contracts and Sacred Mirrors
It's all about relationships for Capricorn, with partnerships at the forefront of their future.
The solstice will 'bring clarity' to partnerships of all kind, including 'romantic, business, or spiritual.'
'Are they nourishing your soul or draining your energy?' the medium encouraged Capricorn's to ask. 'You're being asked to find balance and integrity.'
Solstice Soul Prompt: What relationships truly align with who I am becoming?
Aquarius (20 January – 18 February)
Theme: Sacred Routine and Embodied Energy
For Aquarius, themes of 'healing' and spiritual service' are highlighted.
'What do your daily habits say about your self-love? The solstice invites you to honour your body as a temple and fine-tune your energy field.'
Solstice Soul Prompt: What rhythms of life truly serve me now?
Pisces (19 February – 20 March)
Theme: Joy, Creativity & Inner Child Healing
The solstice is about 'joy' for Pisces, with 'play and pleasure' both being illuminated.
'Creativity flows in, and your inner child calls for attention. Honour what makes your spirit sing,' Higgs said.
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