The Summer Solstice 2025

This year the first moment Summer begins on June 20th at 7:42 PM PDT. The Sun enters the sign of Cancer at 0 degrees 0 minutes, let the celebrations begin! Every year at this time the Sun starts the season with this Cardinal Water Sign. Cardinal as it is the first month of the season, and the Water element quenches our thirst for family fun, compassion and love. It is the sign of the Mother that gives birth and sustenance to their creation, whether it be human, animal, plant, or otherwise. It is an active time leading with the longest day of the year; the brightest, most hopeful time, when the sprouts have sprouted and life is growing stronger every day.

The Sun is supported well with many aspects from the planets. Striking me as unique is the exac sextile to the Moon, also at 0 degrees in the sign of Taurus. These two signs compliment each other with a balance of Taurus energy, as when it is used positively, it lends the individual the resolve to stick to it, to be persistent, to go the extra mile. Emotional tendencies with the Moon are tempered in grounded Taurus, making calm decisions possible.

The Sun is also sextile Mars at 2 degrees Virgo. Mars=energy, and while in this sign we tend to work hard, see the imperfections and labor over them to create harmony. This aspect helps us to be disciplined, play by the rules, and do things right. Mars in Virgo is a great time to plow through those daunting tasks we’ve been putting off!

The Sun is conjunct Jupiter at 2 degrees Cancer. Jupiter is “exalted” in Cancer, meaning it can express its full potential here. Jupiter is a benefic planet, associated with good luck, providence, happiness, and growth. All of the best qualities of Cancer are boosted now, so set your sights on sensing what is necessary; reading between the lines and hearing the message from within it. Cancer is a feminine/passive energy; receptive, yet with the cardinal energy, it leads. Like the Mother in a family, she is a different leader than the Father, yet she leads.

The Sun is square Saturn at 1 degree Aries.  You may feel personally inadequate and doubt yourself at this time. But if you take a cautious and careful look at your life with a responsible and disciplined mindset with regard to your obligations, you should shine! You tend to work and struggle more than you need to with this square, and to take yourself too seriously. Keep this in mind.

And lastly, the Sun is square Neptune at 29 degrees Taurus. You can be extremely sensitive and imaginative now, and you can get lost in your dreams, fantasies, and visions. You are attracted to artistic and creative pursuits, the world of color, beauty, and emotion. You are also drawn to mysticism with deep spiritual aspirations and yearnings. Gentle and peace-loving, you may feel you lack the will and competitive spirit needed to make your way in the world. Do not seek to escape, but be aware that the difficult realities of life are here to teach us how to proceed in a more advantageous way.

The reason I cast charts for moments like this is to better understand the energies we are surrounded by and how to use them for our highest good. We are supported and challenged here, to open our hearts without feeling vulnerable to what could happen. Be at peace, and if you are on the West Coast, get out in the evening beauty and celebrate this moment under the stars;)

Judy Crescenzo

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