Father Sun
summer solstice, the archetype of dad, in the studio // june 21 - 27
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I appreciate the synchronicity of the Summer Solstice falling on Father’s Day this year (here in the U.S.). The luminary bodies of the sun and moon are often associated with the father and mother archetypes, respectively. I find associating gender to planetary bodies rather outdated, but from a biological and psychological standpoint, I am intrigued by the sun’s role as somewhat of a father figure.
Astrologers Liz Greene & Howard Sasportas wrote an incredible book based on a collection of seminars called The Luminaries. In it, they dissect our psychological evolution from birth as seen through the sun and moon or the luminary bodies. In their book, they outline how we develop from a lunar phase (dependence on mother) into a solar phase (independence and inspiration from father). Without getting too deep into the details, they describe the father as a sort of sun figure who acts as an “attractive outsider toward whom we can move in the process of differentiating from mother (moon figure).”
The Sun/Father figure/external force helps us move away from the comfort and safety of our mother’s arms into the courage required to seek out our own independence in the world around us.
Whatever your relationship is with your father, we can all appreciate this strong, solar energy that pushes us to strike out on our own, seek adventure, and cultivate a sense of individuality. This solar energy is a bridge from the familiar comfort of our first home that extends far out into the future of possibilities. Happy Father’s Day to all the big, bright sun figures (this includes all solar people in our lives!) out there, lighting the path!
In the Sky
☉ 6/21 Cancer Season + Summer Solstice - This letter will find its way to you on Sunday, June 21st. Today is Summer Solstice - in the northern hemisphere. The longest day of the year (about 15 hours of daylight here in new york). Today is also the beginning of Cancer Season. Creating and sustaining life is no easy job. Cancer teaches us the importance of soft strength. It’s a sign that reminds us that in order to grow big and strong, we need to be well-rested, regulated, and nourished. This is a season that invites us to tune in to ourselves before attuning to the needs and expectations of others.
☾ Moon moves - This week, we have a waxing gibbous lunar phase. This moon carries confidence, a gentle restlessness, and determination to help you bring something meaningful to the finish line.
Your invitation - Inspired by the expansive season of summer and the gentle water sign of cancer, notice where you can find more spaciousness and ease by first tuning into yourself.
In the Studio:
As I begin to unfold new classes and workshops for my Brooklyn community, I wanted to bring all of my readers along for the ride. In this section of the weekly, I will share reflections of what we are pondering in the studio and event updates for the week ahead!
Last week, in the astro studio, I met with a client who inspired me to reflect on the importance of audacity, especially for women who are living and working in male-dominated spaces. The fire signs of the zodiac (particularly Aries and Leo) carry an inherent sense of boldness that, when operating in alignment, allows them to ask for what they want unapologetically. For a myriad of astrological and circumstantial reasons, I find it is quite common for people I work with to talk themselves out of what they really want or simply never work up the nerve to ask for it.
Your invitation - start small this week. Think of something you want (or better yet, need!) and ask for it. Claim it! You might be surprised how quickly people show up for you….
I was nervous to ask my current students for testimonials and reviews for the launch of my private yoga branch. It felt like such a big ask, but I knew I needed their words to help get myself out there. I was blown away by how quickly and excitedly people showed up for me.
This week - I am hosting my first installment of the summer park social series! After years of wondering why no one was showing up to my summer events, I realized it was because everyone was outside! So I’m bringing the meditation to the park :)
Our first gathering will be on Saturday June 27th at 3pm at McCarren Park. I will guide us through a short yoga nidra meditation, followed by a discussion and conversation about the energy of the current season (summer + cancer season!) I would love to have you, and your friends! and your dogs! open to everyone!
I am so happy to be back with the weeklies. I am also so grateful for those of you who have been with me for long enough to witness me changing my mind, my newsletter format, my offerings countless times. Sometimes, I think we are afraid to make a change because of the expectations of others. But I’ve learned that no one really cares and the people who love and support you will cheer you on through every iteration of your life and your work. So follow your heart and change your mind often!
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Until next week! xx
I’m going to put this here again just in case we missed it at the top :)