Embrace the Transition From Darkness to Light

Summer solstice highlights the beginning of summer when day and night are equally long. This makes it a perfect opportunity to take time to celebrate the sun for its light and warmth. It is time to let go of what has been, shake of old energies and embrace inner and outer transition from darkness to light!

Sun salutations create inner heat, cleanse the body and symbolically honors your inner fire and the sun. Traditionally summer solstice is celebrated with 108 repetitions of sun salutations. However, if 108 rounds of sun salutations seems overwhelming, feel no stress, one sun salutation is better than zero. Set your mind on a number of sunsalutations or set a timer for how long you wish to practice and follow through with your decision. Find a place where you feel relaxed, preferably outdoors facing the sun, and take your time to do as many sun salutations as you feel like doing today.  Allow your breath to be your guide as you move mindfully through the poses, linking breath with movement. 

After your last repetition, place the palms together to gather the energy you have created. Sit for a while and enjoy the vibrating energy of warmth before you lie down in Savasana, final relaxation pose, for a moment of complete surrender.

Thank yourself for practicing, have a blissful summer solstice,

Namaste