Grounded Ascension | Weaving Awareness of Solar Eclipse Energies into Daily Life

A solar eclipse happens when the Moon moves directly between the Earth and the Sun, casting a shadow on Earth and temporarily blocking the Sun’s light. Depending on how they align, eclipses can be total, partial, or annular. While solar eclipses occur globally about 2–5 times a year, it’s rare for any single location to witness one—on average, a total solar eclipse happens in the same spot only once every few centuries.

Energetically, solar eclipses are seen as cosmic reset points—moments where the light of the Sun (consciousness, vitality, outward self) is temporarily veiled by the Moon (intuition, hidden self, shadow). This merging of energies creates a powerful gateway for transformation, release, and new beginnings, amplifying whatever intentions or shifts are ready to be birthed.

Below are additional energetic themes that may be noticed and experienced during the days leading up to and after a solar eclipse:

• Reset and renewal | Solar eclipses temporarily block the light of the sun, symbolizing an energetic pause that allows old patterns to dissolve so new beginnings can emerge.

• Deep alignment | A solar eclipse unites the sun (conscious self), the moon (emotions, intuition), and the Earth (material life), creating a potent portal for recalibrating life to higher truth.

• Solar eclipses are catalysts of transformation. They reveal what is hidden, bringing shadow aspects to the surface so they can be integrated and healed.

• They mark thresholds of destiny. Many traditions see solar eclipses as times of accelerated timelines—where choices made have amplified impact on one’s soul path.

• Solar eclipses symbolize cosmic rebirth. Just as the light returns after darkness, they remind us of cycles of death and renewal, guiding us to trust in divine timing.

• Energetically, solar eclipses open gateways. They are moments where the veils thin, and profound insights, downloads, or shifts in consciousness can occur.

Solar Eclipse Reflections

1. What old story, pattern, or belief am I ready to release into the shadow so that I can step into greater light?

2. What new beginning or direction is calling to me, even if I can’t fully see it yet?

3. Where do I feel a disconnect between my inner truth (moon) and my outward expression (sun), and how can I bridge it?

4. What hidden part of myself is ready to be revealed, acknowledged, or integrated?

5. What seeds of intention feel most aligned to plant in this powerful gateway?

Use these 3 & 5 card spreads as a tool for guidance and further reflection

3-Card Eclipse Gateway Spread

1. The Shadow – What is being revealed or released?

2. The Light – What new energy is ready to emerge?

3. The Path – Guidance for integrating this shift.

5-Card Eclipse Portal Spread

1. What is being eclipsed (hidden/released)?

2. What truth is being illuminated?

3. What shadow within me needs compassion and healing?

4. What new beginning wants to emerge?

5. How can I anchor this energy moving forward?

Crystals for support during a solar eclipse

• Black Obsidian – for shadow work, release, and cutting cords.

• Labradorite – for mystical vision, transformation, and aligning with destiny.

• Citrine – for renewal, clarity, and empowered solar energy.

• Moonstone – for balancing intuition with the new solar beginnings.

• Clear Quartz (mainly visionary)– for amplifying intentions and receiving cosmic downloads.

(Tip: Pair one grounding stone + one visionary stone for balance during eclipse energy. Most of the crystals listed here can be both- your intention for each sets the use of grounding or visionary.)

Solar Eclipse Meditation

Settle In | Find a quiet space. Sit comfortably, spine tall, hands resting on your heart or in your lap. Close your eyes and take three slow, grounding breaths.

Connect with the Eclipse Energy | Visualize the sun glowing brightly above you, the source of vitality and life. See the moon slowly moving across, casting a shadow. Notice the stillness, the pause, the sacred hush as the light is momentarily veiled.

Release into the Shadow | As the sun darkens, imagine old patterns, fears, or stories rising from your body like smoke. Let the eclipse shadow absorb and transform them. Whisper silently: I release what no longer serves me.

Receive the Light | As the sun’s light begins to return, feel golden rays streaming back into your body. Imagine this light filling your heart, mind, and spirit with renewal, clarity, and courage for the new chapter unfolding.

Integration | Sit in the glow of this new light. Breathe deeply, anchor into gratitude, and affirm: I step into alignment with my highest path.

Close | When ready, bring your palms together at your heart. Bow gently to seal the meditation.

If you're loving working with the solar eclipse energies be sure check out the available Grounded Ascension Planner + Journal to help you ground in the energies of Gaia while expanding into your being!

Until next time, enjoy the expansion my friends! ✨