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As the seasons change, sometimes it's hard to get into a good sleep pattern. Maybe you're busy with harvest or unwinding after a hectic holiday. Whatever the reason, this spell jar will help you find your circadian rhythm again. You'll need: A jar (a small canning jar, etc.) Coarse sea salt (available in the spice section of grocery stores) Dried lavender (available at craft shops and florists) Dried rosemary A pen and paper Add the salt and herbs to the jar. Write a sleep affirmation ...
Each month we have the opportunity to recharge our magic by visualizing the moon as a source of magical energy. Sure, we know it's just a stone in the sky that's lit by the sun, but it represents so much more. The moon is essential for the way life has evolved on Earth—the seasons, the tides; its gravitational pull stabilizes the tilt of our planet's axis. Without the moon, life on Earth would be quite different. But its hold on us symbolically is important, too. Magically, we respond to ...
Can you believe it's almost the Winter Solstice? Also called Yule, Midwinter, and many other names, this is a sacred time for those of us who walk in alignment with the seasons. (For folks in the Southern Hemisphere, it is currently approaching Midsummer.) Because we are soon to formerly welcome back the Holy Sun/Son at this time, let's put a little fire in our step to amp us up in preparation! At nightfall, simply light a candle of any color. (Black, white, and fire colors are ideal.) When ...
As the growing season draws to a close, it's time to put away your summer things and clear out the old energy. This makes way for new fall things and fresh energy. Begin by brushing your hands or a fan over your body to clear your aura. Then sweep the floor from the edges toward the door and out over the threshold, or into a dustpan at the threshold. Visualize negativity leaving with it. Look at your summer things. Do you have outdoor toys that will need replacing in the spring or that have ...
