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Daily Mail
2 hours ago
- General
- Daily Mail
What the summer solstice means for your star sign
By Published: | Updated: 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? 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. Solstice Soul Prompt: Where have I forgotten how to play—and how can I return to it?
Daily Mail
11 hours ago
- General
- Daily Mail
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.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
New Book Uses Faith-Based Poetry and Stories to Inspire God-Centered Living
Author shares wisdom, humor and encouragement aimed at guiding readers towards personal and spiritual growth LAPORTE, Texas, June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Author Teresa Shankle Brown has published her poetry book, "The Poems of Life," which encourages readers to put God first and seek His guidance through every aspect of life. Throughout the book, readers can experience a collection of poems, letters and short stories that aim to inspire wise decision-making and deeper faith. In "The Poems of Life," Brown's writing is shaped by a strong foundation in Scripture and a firm belief that God continues to speak to those who listen. She hopes to offer encouragement to readers to remain open to His guidance in their everyday lives. "This book has been written with the hope of helping the next generation and others make God-led choices," Brown said. "My book contains stories and messages designed to uplift and challenge readers to live with purpose." In addition to devotional content, the book offers accounts that Brown describes as "exciting testimonies," which are intended to provide insight and inspiration. The testimonies are framed as accessible to both believers and individuals unfamiliar with Christianity. "I want to provide encouragement to readers of all ages and offer a resource for those exploring or strengthening their Christian faith," Brown said. "The Poems of Life" By Teresa Shankle Brown ISBN: 9781664205673 (softcover); 9781664205666 (electronic) Available at WestBow Press, Amazon and Barnes & Noble About the author Teresa Shankle Brown was born and raised in deep East Texas as the youngest of four children. She is now a wife, mother of two daughters and a grandmother. She has always loved poetry since her early childhood. She has written many poems and writings from the last thirty or more years. A deep love for the bible has been a great foundation for her writing and a deep faith in believing and knowing that God still speaks to His listening people. To learn more, please visit General Inquiries: LAVIDGE – Phoenix Cydney De Los Santos 480-648-7588 cdelossantos@ Media Contact Cydney De Los Santos, LAVIDGE, 4806487588, cdelossantos@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE LAVIDGE Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
