SUMMER SOLSTICE 2026

In the Northern hemisphere, we will be celebrating the summer solstice on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at 4:24 a.m. EDT. The summer solstice signals the longest daylight of the year. In my area in central Ontario, we will experience approximately 15 hours and 36 minutes of daylight.  The further north, the more daylight time and the further south, the less daylight time.

 

This powerful solar energy can recharge every ounce of our being -- our spirits, minds and bodies.

 

All things are energy and energy is interconnected. Some individuals are more in tune and are quite aware of these influential external energies such as the summer solstice. With or without this awareness, all living things are affected by the position of the planets at their birth, by the continual movement of the planets through life (transits), by the influence of the rotation of our earth including the changing seasons and any other shifts that occur in nature.

 

Guided by spirit/our higher self (call it what you will), we live our truth, both during the easy flow and the more challenging life lessons. How we utilize the energies available and our attitude and focus toward each and every event determines our experience.

 

Take advantage of the strong solar energies of the Summer Solstice to push forward. Use the more aggressive energies of the Sun to catapult onward and allow yourself to bloom into your own true beauty. Rise above the chatter of your thinking mind (and the relentless outside chatter around us) and simply allow life’s energies. See the world around you for what it is without judgement.

 

With the summer solstice 2026, the Sun is at at its fullest potential (from our earthly position). You too can allow all your inner power and beauty to radiate out. Express your true self as there is nothing more perfect or authentic.  By allowing your authentic self to bloom, you will benefit and so will each and every living thing that your energy touches.

 

What a glorious time of year.

 

Allow yourself to mirror the seasons. We have just experienced the wonderful season of renewal. We hopefully have worked hard to create buds of promise. Now is the time to allow those buds to bear the fruit of our efforts. This beauty and abundance will be seen and experienced by all who share this garden of life with us.

 

Happy Summer Solstice 2026!

 

This articles is not AI generated. 

 

#astrology #HolmAstrology #astrologyposts #astrologer #BarrieAstrologer #OntarioAstrologer #schooloflife #inthemoment #spirituality #spiritualjourney #SummerSolstice #Bloom #Litha #midsummer #AuthenticSelf #newblogpost

 

Are you interested in learning Astrology? Our Spring registration is complete but watch for announcements in late summer for registration into our Fall courses. Visit www.holmastrology.com/astrology-classes for course details.

 

If you have comments, questions or would like to commission a chart, please send us a message via www.holmastrology.com/contact-us or holmastrology@gmail.com

 

Visit www.holmastrology.com for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer.

 

Holm Astrology also offers individual intuitive readings or group parties. For more information, visit us at www.holmastrology.com/intuitive-readings.

 

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X

READY FOR THIS JOURNEY

We all go through varying stages.  Some seem to last a very long time, while others pass by too quickly. 

 Change is guaranteed, so in one way or another, we are all preparing for a new direction. 

 

Some tend to hold on to the familiar and struggle to move forward.  They are quite comfortable with the way things were even though change is required to clear the way for something new to blossom. They fear the unknown and the uncertainty.

 

Others reach out for the new path with open arms.  They are happy to move out of conditions that have been challenging and, although they may be fearful, they understand that it is time to change direction. With this attitude, the gate to the new path is unlocked.

 

Life is change, and we must “allow” to make the inevitable journey easier. There are many paths we travel throughout life but each one ends. We will learn from these changes and adapt, and although we might not be sure of where we are head, we will adjust. There is a new phase of our existence waiting for us.

 

If a new path awaits, you know that it will take you to where you need to go.  There are no mistakes; no matter how things might look.  You are meant to experience life at its fullest. You are not only ready for this journey, you need this change.

 

This article is not generated by AI

 

#astrology #HolmAstrology #BarrieAstrologer #OntarioAstrologer #Astrologer #lifelessons #spirituality #themoment #spiritualjourney #schooloflife #lifedecisions #personalchange #lifelessons #lifeexperience #lifedecisions #readyforthisjourney #newblogpost

 

Are you interested in learning Astrology? Our spring registrations are now complete. Watch for announcements in later summer for our fall course registrations.  Visit www.holmastrology.com/astrology-classes for course details.

 

If you have comments, questions or would like to commission a chart, please send us a message via www.holmastrology.com/contact-us or holmastrology@gmail.com

 

Holm Astrology also offers individual intuitive readings or group parties. For more information, visit us at www.holmastrology.com/intuitive-readings  

 

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X

LIFE REALLY IS NOT SO BAD!

Is life moving at a magical pace? 

 

Are things going so well you struggle to believe it this can happen to you?

 

You may ask what you did to receive this or question if you deserve this.

 

Doubt can slip in unnoticed. You may question yourself if you are “Good Enough”. 

 

Stop doubting yourself. In an authentic manner, be appreciative of what is happening. 

 

I say authentic because you must look at your life in the present moment and appreciate this moment for what it is.  Not just because you know this is what you are supposed to do, spiritually speaking, but because you truly, deeply appreciate your life in this moment. 

 

Maintain this positive momentum. This moment is perfect.  It is important to stay in the moment rather than anticipate what is to come. If we cannot appreciate what is here now, how can we appreciate what will be?

 

Your life may not be perfect, in your opinion, but in reality, it is exactly what you need in the moment.

 

Take time to reflect on all that is in this moment with gratitude.  It may take some time for you to recognize that “life really is not so bad.”  This is when your eyes can be opened to the good or perfection that surrounds you. When your eyes are open, you regularly reflection with appreciation and more begins to unfold.  You might have to look deep initially but the door is beginning to open.

 

Life will still happen to all of us, but we also know that we must experience life, all of life, no matter how we choose to look at it.  Our attitude is what matters.  Life really is not so bad. You hold the key, open the door to gratitude.

 

This article is no AI generated.

 

#astrology #HolmAstrology #BarrieAstrologer #OntarioAstrologer #spirituality #spiritualjourney #inthemoment #schooloflife #lifelessons #lifesjourney #attitude #focus #LifeReallyIsntSoBad #livelife #appreciation #newblogpost

 

Are you interested in learning Astrology? Our spring registration is now complete.  Watch in the late summer for our registration announcements for our fall courses. Visit www.holmastrology.com/astrology-classes for course details.

 

If you have comments, questions or would like to commission a chart, please send us a message via www.holmastrology.com/contact-us or holmastrology@gmail.com

 

Visit www.holmastrology.com for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer.

 

Holm Astrology also offers individual intuitive readings or group parties. For more information, visit us at www.holmastrology.com/intuitive-readings  

 

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X

OBLIGATIONS AS A PARENT

Our children are our children regardless of their age.  We will always be Mom or Dad to our kids, although as we age, the gap certainly begins to shrink.  In some cases, our children become our best friends, after all they have been with us since their beginning.

 

As they mature into themselves, it is important to remember that as we made our way through adversity and learned valuable lessons so will our children.  We are their parents but, at some point, we must step back, trust in the seeds we planted and let them learn through life’s experience and their own judgement.

 

This can be a very difficult task, as we feel we must advise and help in whatever way we can.  Reassure them that we are always there for them. The lessons they learn through experience are the most valuable and the ones that they remember. 

 

Do you remember when your parents tried to advise you? 

 

Most of us felt they were out of touch and interfering.  Your children will likely feel the same way.

 

We do have obligations as parents and we do our best.

 

The world they are growing up in is different from the one we grew up in. Life was easier on some levels and also more challenging on other levels.  

 

Be the example they need. Nothing speaks louder.

 

Remember you are human. If you made mistakes when they were young, acknowledge the mistakes and then let go.

 

Every day is a learning experience. Our obligations as a parent are to teach by example and to love and reassure them that we care. They too will make mistakes just as we did. Forgive them and forgive yourself.

 

This article is not AI generated.

 

#astrology #HolmAstrology #BarrieAstrologer #OntarioAstrologer #spirituality #spiritualjourney #inthemoment #schooloflife #lifelessons #lifesjourney #parenting #obligations #ObligationsAsParents #beinganexample #lifelessons #newblogpost

 

Are you interested in learning Astrology? Our spring registration is now complete.  Watch in the late summer for our registration announcements for our fall courses. Visit www.holmastrology.com/astrology-classes for course details.

 

Visit www.holmastrology.com for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer.

 

Holm Astrology also offers individual intuitive readings or group parties. For more information, visit us at www.holmastrology.com/intuitive-readings  

 

If you have comments, questions or would like to commission a chart, please send us a message via www.holmastrology.com/contact-us or holmastrology@gmail.com

 

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X

THE MOMENTUM OF LIFE

Today could be one step forward and two steps back. Tomorrow may be full throttle ahead without waver. 

 

We can learn to go with the flow when needed but there will also be times we must fight tooth and nail because we know it is necessary. 

 

We can hold ourselves back because of worries.  We fear the unknown but damn it, we move forward anyway.

 

There are days that the flow is carefree. We enjoy the ride and float with energy because it is taking us exactly where we want to go.  We enjoy what life teaches and wish for more of the same.  In many cases this energy force can carry forward and begin to affect many areas of life in positive terms.  Our focus now becomes more attracted to the good things in life as life seems to present its selves in this way.

 

Life’s momentum changes over a lifetime many times.  We accept what life sends our way and maneuver our way forward.  Some days are easy. Some other days are battles because we must fight or alternatively we resist, we fear, we hide. 

 

Do not get overwhelmed. All things pass. Life’s momentum can and will shift. If it is difficult today, know that it will change but learn the lesson in the meantime. If it is smooth-flowing today, appreciate and take time to enjoy.

 

We walk our road in solitude although others walk beside us.  Focus is everything. The momentum of life is forever changing. Enjoy and appreciate the ride, whatever it may be.

TO BE OR NOT TO BE

“To be or not to be”.  Apparently that is the answer. 

 

Do you choose to be yourself or are you committed to being what others expect you to be? 

 

You can be whomever you wish to be and believing this opens the door to exploration of who you are. 

 

When you meet someone new, do you hide your true self, or do you allow your true self to shine loud and clear?

 

As we age, we become more comfortable in our own skin. We learn to accept who we are, but we certainly can stay open to making changes.  I have heard some say they don’t give a damn what others think.  Others are quite aware of how they present themselves to others and make changes according to each person they meet.

 

There can be high expectations under some circumstances. We are on our best behaviours during a job interview, for example.

 

Some individuals may not clearly understand what we mean when we said “You can be whomever you wish to be”.  The person you wish you could be already exists -- living within.  You wouldn’t recognize these traits or this personality if it did not already exist. Allow these traits to shine through.

 

If you take an honest, deep look at who you are (in this very moment), and you are comfortable with that person, what needs to change? 

 

If you take an honest, deep look at who you are and you are not comfortable with that person, why not make some changes?

 

Be comfortable with YOU!

 

If you ask ten people to describe who you are, you will get ten different answers.  So do not change to appease other, make changes because you wish to make them for yourself.

 

To be or not to be is not the question.  To be you, to be comfortable with you is the solution; to be something that someone else wants is out of the question. That is the not to be!

 

This article is not generated by AI

 

#astrology #HolmAstrology #BarrieAstrologer #OntarioAstrologer #Astrologer #lifelessons #spirituality #themoment #spiritualjourney #schooloflife #lifedecisions #personalchange #lifelessons #tobeornottobe #beyou #newblogpost

 

Are you interested in learning Astrology? Our spring registrations are now complete. Watch for announcements in later summer for our fall course registrations.  Visit www.holmastrology.com/astrology-classes for course details.

 

If you have comments, questions or would like to commission a chart, please send us a message via www.holmastrology.com/contact-us or holmastrology@gmail.com

 

Holm Astrology also offers individual intuitive readings or group parties. For more information, visit us at www.holmastrology.com/intuitive-readings  

 

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X

FREEDOM FROM BONDAGE

We can seek freedom from many different things.  One important freedom is to free ourselves from the bondage of our mind’s interference.  Our mind can get caught up in the past or worry for the future.  We are so trapped in our worries that we forget that our focus amplifies and can become all consuming.  We are so focused on “what ifs” or “has beens” that we forget to live.

 

We continually hash over experiences to the point that they take up permanent residence in our head, and we continually loop over and over again on what was or what might be, much like the movie, Groundhog Day. 

 

We torture ourselves over what we could have done or what we might be able to do. This can also lead to pointing a finger at others and laying blame for events in our lives. Alternatively, we can take responsibility for events that were completely out of our control.  Does this sound familiar?

 

Our bondage stems from our preconceived notions of what we think SHOULD or SHOULD NOT have happened or what might happen in the future.  One suggests we have control issues and the other suggests we worry about potentials.

 

Some people truly do live in their self-made bondage, whether that bondage be mental or physical.

 

The bondage of fear robs us of living. Some of us may be tied to the security of our home environment. Step out and breathe the air of freedom.

 

Some are held in bondage because of the acts of others or life’s circumstances.

 

Can you rise above or break free of your personal bondage? 

 

Do you worry about potential outcomes if you take action? 

 

The unknown can create fear but you are stronger than that fear.

 

Ask yourself if you are supposed to exist under these conditions.  Of course not.  You are here to live!

 

It takes courage but make the choice to live not just exist.  You and you alone must make that decision.  You do not have to do this alone.  Reach out for support or help. Take the first step to freedom from bondage.

 

Break free! You are worth it. Start living!

 

This article is not AI generated.

 

#astrology #HolmAstrology #BarrieAstrologer #OntarioAstrologer #spirituality #spiritualjourney #inthemoment #schooloflife #lifelessons #lifesjourney #attitude #focus #freedomfromBondage #prisonerofyourmind #initiatechange #courage #livelife #newblogpost

 

Are you interested in learning Astrology? Our spring registration is now complete.  Watch in the late summer for our registration announcements for our fall courses. Visit www.holmastrology.com/astrology-classes for course details.

 

If you have comments, questions or would like to commission a chart, please send us a message via www.holmastrology.com/contact-us or holmastrology@gmail.com

 

Visit www.holmastrology.com for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer.

 

Holm Astrology also offers individual intuitive readings or group parties. For more information, visit us at www.holmastrology.com/intuitive-readings  

 

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X

TRY, TRY AGAIN

If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again! 

 

Never give up.  Always give it your all.  Some things are worth working or fighting for.  There is satisfaction in knowing that you did your very best even if the outcome was not as planned. 

 

It is important to weigh out the cost (time, effort, value, odds) before committing to something. There are no guarantees in life, but if you don’t try, how do you know?

 

The rewards for a battle well fought usually pays high in dividends.

 

No matter what the goal, working towards a promotion, building a name for yourself, getting more healthy, saving a relationship, if it has value to you, it must be worth the effort!

 

Some things are more important than others. Set your priorities.

 

Obstacles only mean a little more effort. They will test your resilience, but they will teach you valuable lessons.  Life lessons can lead to irreplaceable outcomes.

 

If the cost is too high or the outcome unattainable, walk away!  That is not giving up; it is being accountable.

 

If there is potential for a favorable outcome but it entails hard work, so be it! Try, try again! Many things in life are worth it.  Give it your all. If you fall, get back up! When there’s a will, there’s a way!

 

This article is not AI generated.

 

#astrology #HolmAstrology #BarrieAstrologer #OntarioAstrologer #spirituality #spiritualjourney #inthemoment #schooloflife #lifelessons #lifesjourney #attitude #focus #trytryagain #choices #persistence #experiences #discipline #newblogpost

 

Are you interested in learning Astrology? Our spring registration is now complete.  Watch in the late summer for our registration announcements for our fall courses. Visit www.holmastrology.com/astrology-classes for course details.

 

If you have comments, questions or would like to commission a chart, please send us a message via www.holmastrology.com/contact-us or holmastrology@gmail.com

 

Visit www.holmastrology.com for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer.

 

Holm Astrology also offers individual intuitive readings or group parties. For more information, visit us at www.holmastrology.com/intuitive-readings  

 

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X

LIMITATIONS IN LIFE

More often than not, we have to accept our limitations. There is much we cannot change (with the exception of our attitude). With some situations, we can change things to a degree, but life’s course seems to have a destination in mind.

 

We must have faith in the process, accepting on some level that what lies ahead is the path that we are meant to take.

 

We are seldom in control of the winds of change. Change is guaranteed so do not get too comfortable with where you sit today. There are always influences beyond our control so be flexible and open minded.

 

Sometimes the shift feels favorable, other times the shift feels very uncomfortable. We, more often than not, become concerned and anxious with the unknown or change which only create a less than desirable experience. 

 

We can learn to move with the wind and let it carry us forward.

 

Remember, without change, we stagnate! 

 

The unknown can be frightening. Even when the future looks promising, there can be a feeling of concern because we do not know what to expect. 

 

When life seems to dictate, adjust by not fighting the process unless a fight is warranted and can make a difference. On some level, we will benefit no matter what the outlook, either by actual changes for the better or by experiences that teach us valuable lessons.

 

The only thing we have full control over is our attitude towards what is happening. We must process each step in life, feel the energies or learn the lessons. We can react or we can act. We can hold on to struggle or we can accept. We will not escape our life lessons, but we can control our inner dialogue and how we relate to what unfolds. 

 

What limitations in life are you creating?

 

#astrology #HolmAstrology #BarrieAstrologer #OntarioAstrologer #Astrologer #lifelessons #spirituality #themoment #spiritualjourney #schooloflife #lifedecisions #limitations #limitationsinlfie #focus #attitude #newblogpost

 

Are you interested in learning Astrology? Our spring registrations are now complete. Watch for announcements in later summer for our fall course registrations.  Visit www.holmastrology.com/astrology-classes for course details.

 

If you have comments, questions or would like to commission a chart, please send us a message via www.holmastrology.com/contact-us or holmastrology@gmail.com

 

Holm Astrology also offers individual intuitive readings or group parties. For more information, visit us at www.holmastrology.com/intuitive-readings  

 

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X

TRIED AND TESTED

If something has been tried, tested and true earlier, does it still hold validity in today’s day and age?

 

We tend to lean towards what we know and what has worked in the past.  Most situations, however, can bring with it a slightly different twist to it. 

 

We must consider all angles of the equation including the “what if’s”. We won’t always get it right, but we must have faith in our process.  The unfolding of events, regardless of our decisions, will playout the way they will. 

 

There truly are no mistakes. When it might look lik
e we have made the wrong decision, it was supposed to happen that way regardless.  It was a learning experience.

 

The tried and tested often is a good choice.  Sometimes, however, we need to go beyond our comfort zone.  The results may be quite satisfactory or they may come up short.  Learn from the shortfalls and try again.

 

In the end, it always works out as it should.  Our attitude toward how things unfolded is ultimately our true experience.  Accept, take responsibility and move forward with deliberation.

 

#astrology #HolmAstrology #BarrieAstrologer #OntarioAstrologer #spirituality #spiritualjourney #inthemoment #schooloflife #lifelessons #lifesjourney #attitude #focus #triedandtested #choices #attitude #experiences #newblogpost

 

Are you interested in learning Astrology? Our spring registration is now complete.  Watch in the late summer for our registration announcements for our fall courses. Visit www.holmastrology.com/astrology-classes for course details.

 

If you have comments, questions or would like to commission a chart, please send us a message via www.holmastrology.com/contact-us or holmastrology@gmail.com

 

Visit www.holmastrology.com for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer.

 

Holm Astrology also offers individual intuitive readings or group parties. For more information, visit us at www.holmastrology.com/intuitive-readings  

 

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X