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The evergreen leaves of holly, with their festive red berries, are a well-known holiday symbol. During the Yuletide season, real holly is often available at craft stores and florist shops. If you have pets or small children, you might want to remove the berries, which can be toxic if swallowed, or you can place a holly sprig into a plastic sandwich bag. You can also use an artificial sprig of holly, or draw a holly leaf and color it green, with red berries. Or inscribe the ogham letter for ...
I grew up fearing cold water. Lately I've come to love and seek it out. Regular cold water immersion has many documented benefits, including boosting immunity, alleviating depression, stimulating hormone regulation, and dumping endorphins into the system. The most powerful shift for me has been the change in self-perception. I feel resilient, strong, and brave. Do you need a system-wide reset? Cold water can energize and enliven you. If you live near a body of water, immerse yourself in it ...
If you are a plant lover like me, you may have a collection of plants inside and outside of your home. There comes a time when some of the leaves on your plants may wither and turn brown. This spell is designed for you to think about transformation while you remove the dead leaves from your plants. Death is part of the cycle of life. As you gather up the brown leaves, this chant can help you stay in the mindset of going with the flow of transformation, making space for new things and embracing ...
The November new moon is all about creating a sanctuary. In many places, winter is starting and we instinctively want to keep safe and warm. This spell is a fun way to incorporate this idea both physically and spiritually. You will need: Incense Lighter or matches Your favorite music A pillar candle (in the color of your choosing) A straight pin (for carving) Citrus or ylang-ylang essential oil (optional) A firesafe dish Pillows and blankets First create your space by lighting the ...
