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The solar energy of Sunday always makes me want to seize the day and make the most of it, even if that means relaxing and taking it easy. Even easygoing days can include simple magic. Today is a good day to visit your magical home apothecary and remember to use a little rosemary, as it is associated energetically with the Sun. Rosemary is considered the herb of remembrance, and its energies are said to be excellent for workings to spark the memory. Some lore also claims that rosemary tea can ...
The warm and pleasant weather often found in May makes it a great month for stargazing. For this spell, wait until the sun goes down and then venture outside to do some stargazing. Instead of the usual glance, really look at the sky, taking in everything above you. Once you’ve taken a thorough look at the heavens, settle in and pick a favorite star for that evening. You don’t have to know what star it is; the star should just resonate with you. As you look up at your star, feel its ...
The novel Dracula was first published on this day in 1897. Since we often deal with energy vampires, here’s a spell to reclaim your energy. Gather these supplies: 1 orange candle Citrus incense or essential oil A small bowl of water 2 stones Sit comfortably where you won’t be disturbed. Light the candle. Light the incense or anoint yourself with the essential oil. Dip your fingers in the water, then hold one stone in each palm. Follow your breath. With each exhale, imagine ...
To determine the correct path to take when faced with an important decision, gather a white votive candle and one thumbtack for each of the potential choices, marking the tacks with a dab of paint, ink, or nail polish to differentiate them. Stick the thumbtacks into the candle, each at the same level, being careful not to crack the wax. Light the candle and say: For good of all and with true aim, First tack to fall in magical precision. Witch’s power and candle’s ...
