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Yearning to be respected and admired is intrinsic to the human psyche. Today, work magic to manifest that desire. First, clarify one thing you’re passionate about that you’d also like to be known for, either in your community or in your world. Maybe you’d like to be a trusted doctor, a legendary drummer, or the bartender who makes the best margaritas in town. Next, choose a deity, character, or famous person who exemplifies the qualities or skills you’d like to be known ...
While the end of June is known for the first rush of local strawberries, in many areas the berries are still widely available in mid-July. Associated with purity and passion, perfection and righteousness, strawberries are the perfect food to use for blessings. Not just spiritually powerful, strawberries are filled with healthy antioxidants. Whether alone or with family or friends, create a strawberry blessing dessert. I love strawberries with sponge cake and a topping of Greek yogurt, but you ...
Who doesn’t feel the love in th e air after Beltane? That celebration of love and fertility can last all month. Are you in the mood for love with someone who’s near you? Someone far away? Are you feeling May’s currents of passion? Set up your altar with all the love trinkets you can find—candy hearts, chocolate kisses, bright jewelry, photos of the one you love, cut flowers in a vase, or anything else you’re inspired to add. As you light a pink candle (of course), ...
When the winter winds arrived, we drew our necks down, bundled up, and became guarded against the cold. As the winter weather begins to show signs of easing up, let’s do a thawing spell to release and awaken the frozen parts of ourselves. This spell is best done indoors. Standing in a safe and private space, gaze down at your feet. Say: I thaw what holds me stuck in place.Place your hands on your belly. Say:I thaw the anger I have held so tight.Place your hands over your heart. Say:I ...
