With Love, Katie.
Now here we are, it is June again: a celebration of light, abundance, and joyful presence. Let’s all scream it is summer again and make sure we have that June list in our minds.
June arrives in full bloom, bringing with it the longest days of the year and a sense of vibrant energy. It’s a time to bask in the sun’s warmth, to celebrate the abundance of life, and to connect deeply with the joy that surrounds us.
Here’s your guide to embracing the fullness of June through seasonal living.
Embracing Summer Light and Abundance: The First Thing On the June List
1. Morning Sun Salutations
Begin your day with gentle stretches or yoga under the morning sun. This practice honors the light and sets a positive tone for the day. It will make your day feel better, your hormones will thank you later. Listen to me, I do not have a big house, and when I don’t get outside, I do my stretching in the window. It feels better, closer to nature.
2. Evening Reflections
As the sun sets, take time to reflect on the day’s blessings. This ritual fosters gratitude and a deeper connection to the season’s abundance. You can start meditation or even journaling. Just a few words written down and you will feel better.
Solstice Rituals as The Main Part of Your June List
1. Celebrate the Summer Solstice
Listen, why not? June 21st marks the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. Celebrate this time of light with rituals that resonate with you—be it lighting a candle, gathering with loved ones, or spending time in nature., it does not mater, what really matters is you making something to get closer to nature.
2. Create a Solstice Altar
Design a space in your home adorned with symbols of summer—flowers, fruits, or even candles. This altar serves as a focal point for your intentions and gratitude during this vibrant season. Listen, you have to learn what gratitude is and this space could be your starting point.
Picnics, Flower Picking, and Lighter Meals
1. Outdoor Dining
Take your meals outside to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine. Picnics in the park or garden bring a sense of joy and connection to nature and a good opportunity to connect to your old friends again.
2. Flower Picking
Engage in the simple pleasure of picking wildflowers. Use them to decorate your home or create floral arrangements that celebrate the season’s beauty. I love winter, but there are no flowers, so I make damn sure to enjoy June-July.
3. Seasonal Eating
Focus on lighter meals that incorporate fresh, seasonal produce. Think salads, grilled vegetables, and fruit-based desserts that nourish and refresh. June brings a vibrant abundance of nature’s sweetness—think sun-ripened strawberries, cherries, and the first soft peaches. Fresh greens like spinach, arugula, and early zucchini arrive with crispness and lightness, perfect for refreshing meals. This month is all about eating close to the earth, with colorful foods that hydrate, energize, and celebrate the shift into summer
Connecting to Joy, Movement, and Sensuality
1. Dance and Movement
Allow yourself to move freely—dance in your living room, take long walks, or practice yoga. Movement connects you to your body and the joy of being alive. I have been dancing in December, but then the whole thing started to diminish in January. Now the sun is up again, so I will allow myself to feel good. Please allow yourself to feel good too. Dance and shake that body.
2. Sensory Experiences
Engage your senses fully—feel the warmth of the sun, savor the taste of ripe fruits, listen to the sounds of nature. These experiences ground you in the present moment. Feel the grass under your bare feet or even the sand, the sun on your skin, and the breeze through open windows. Savor the scent of herbs in the garden, the taste of juicy berries, and the calming sound of evening cicadas.
My Final Thoughts to You
June is a time of celebration and vitality. By embracing the season’s offerings—light, abundance, and joy—you align yourself with the natural rhythms of life. This is what seasonal, slow-living life is all about. Learn to live close to nature.
