The Sun card Ritual
In honor of the Summer Solstice, which is on June 20, 2021, I would like to share a solar ritual inspired by The Sun card from the Thoth Deck. In the Thoth Deck, “The sun that shines on all things is an image of fire as a symbol of life energy. It is the center of creation; its rays penetrate everything…It also symbolizes the enlightening energies of consciousness with which we get clarity and can overcome all the confusion, all the discomforts, and all the vague fears” (Tarotx.net). When we allow ourselves to embrace the warmth of the sun, we heal and shine bright. The sun brings us the flashlight to navigate our darkest shadows and notify us of our ability to center in all of it. To be who we are. To shine. To play.
It is such a pleasure to share this beautiful ritual with the collective. You will need a candle, The Sun card (digital card will suffice)from the tarot deck of your choosing, and a crystal of choice.
The Solar Ritual by Shayla M. Rose
Set a time and space without distraction (think of it as your container holding you). Call upon guides, ancestors, goddesses, or deities to assist.
Place the Sun Card and crystal in front of you (like a mirror reflecting you)
Take a deep cleansing breath
Start to close your eyes. Soften your eyes. Relax your jaw & tongue (reduces mind chatter). Relax your whole body as best as you can.
Set an intention for the solar ritual. For instance, what do you desire? How can you shine? Etc
Visualize the rays from the Sun card radiate through your chest. The rays become a small ball of energy moving from your head down towards your feet. Feel the warmth of the sun rays embracing you
Take a deep breath, count to 6. Hold and release your breath - repeat 4 times as you notice the rays of the sun expand and warm energy moving throughout the body
When ready, say the following out loud or inward
“I am solar.”
“I am the sun.”
“I stand in my truth and within myself that I may trust. All that is precious in me.”
“I am centered.”
Take a moment to sink in and continue to breathe, counting to 21
Place hands in prayer position in the heart center, thank your guides
Release hands to give yourself a big hug
Bask in your solar (self) aspects. Allow inspiration, calm, and centeredness in this new season
Welcome to Summer Solstice 2021!
