Today’s Solstice: How to Harness The Energy of Renewal

Artist: Visions in Blue

Today we celebrate the 2026 winter solstice in Australia occurring on Sunday, June 21, at 6:24 pm AEST. This date marks the shortest day and longest night of the year for the Southern Hemisphere, offering up to 2.5 hours less daylight than in the summer months. It is the opposite to the Northern hemisphere who are celebrating the longest day and shortest night.

The night of the solstice has been celebrated for millennia in Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Near East. After this point we welcome longer days and increasing light. In line with nature we celebrate light, renewal, rebirth and the triumph of the sun over darkness. While in Europe this festival occurs at the end of the year and has been connected through Roman Christianity to Christmas, in Australia it presents itself at a midpoint of the calendar year.

Whether we are welcoming winter or summer; we all come from nature and are governed by the Sun. Without her life force we could not exist on this planet. And as our brightest star is set to gain strength again, it is time to reflect upon our journey. And today we are invited to do so. This day marks a turning point on our journey. A hope emerging from darkness. A divine and cosmic birth associated with renewal.

Artist: Visions in Blue

So far, this year has energetically brought great cleansing fire exposing every issue that needs to be brought to the surface. Every matter we have been avoiding, every problem we have been burying, is being loudly thrust in our faces this year. There is no hiding, there is no avoiding. We are being asked to confront it all.

Therefore the question to ask around the Solstice is: What has this confrontational year brought up for me ? Have I been doing the hard inner work? What have I been avoiding? How can I renew my commitment to my inner growth?

You will instantly know what needs to be confronted in your life as it is the first thing that comes to heart (not mind). For most of us it is a time to connect more to our Being side. As human beings we must balance our humanity with our Being side. We need to balance our ‘doing’ with our Being. If this feels imbalanced in your life then it is time to invite in silence, stillness and … BREATH. Stop constantly moving, doing and thinking. Disconnect from media and the stories of others. Make space for your Being. Take time to connect internally. Be here now.

If you feel like you are currently stationed in a dark spot then recognise that you are exactly where you are meant to be. You are in harmony with nature. We can only see light in darkness. And suffering is one of our greatest teachers. Have faith in your journey on this Earth. Connect to your faith in yourself. Faith in the fact that what is meant for you will find you. And just take it moment by moment. Lighter times are on their way.

Artist: Visions in Blue

If you are experiencing internal or external resistance then celebrate this moment. It is a sign that you are on your way. For every time you level up you face resistance. The resistance might be telling you that you cannot do this. But you can and you will. The resistance is merely a sign of change and a stop on the way. It actually isn’t in your way. Keep going.

If you are feeling stuck. Ask for help. You are not here to do it alone. There is always help around you in human and light form. This is the sign you have been waiting for. It only takes one positive step to get back on track. Make a commitment to taking this step today.

Every milestone is an invitation to go deeper. Today’s Solstice is an invitation to connect more deeply to your Being and to do so without judgement. There is no judgement in Being. There just is. So allow yourself to Be and recognise the progress you have made in this year so far. You are Being better than you think.

Artist: Visions in Blue

If you wish to deepen your spiritual practice or seek energetic healing during this Solstice, feel encouraged to connect with Alexandra at FreeSpiritHealing.au