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As we head into the new year, let’s do some smoke divination with copal. Copal’s aroma can quickly put you in a trancelike state, and for that reason it’s revered by visionaries, shamans, and energy healers. This food of the gods in several venerable cultures should be used in a very wellventilated area or outdoors. Once lit, copal produces copious amounts of smoke, and it will relax your senses. Let’s look into copal smoke’s shape formations to see what’s ...
The waning gibbous moon is a fascinating lunar phase. During this time, the moon is only partially illuminated, as it’s decreasing in size. Here are some things to do as the moon gets smaller: * Reduce some unwanted characteristics and habits.* Learn to become more attentive.* Dedicate more energy to positive intentions.* Relinquish or delegate tasks.* Reduce stress and aggravation.* Shun bad vibes. On a piece of paper, make a list of what you want to change in your life. On a separate ...
Welcome the new moon and its potential for great beginnings today. Let’s align with the sweetness of Hierochloe odorata, which means “holy grass” and “fragrant.” The common name for this herb, believed to be the braid of Mother Earth, is sweetgrass. As one of the Four Sacred Medicines, sweetgrass is a special herb. Unlock its healing potential with a respectful offering to the ancestors by burning tobacco. Next, tap sweetgrass’s ability to create good ...
This year, a very important Thai festival of lights takes place today. Loy Krathong is a beautiful way of engaging and making offerings to water spirits while doing personal magick. Rivers and waterways are the most appropriate place for your ritual, but some people also use lakes, canals, brooks, and streams. What you will do is write down your trouble(s) and then watch them float away on a candlelit floral vessel. Make a small boat using a loaf of banana bread or cork as the bottom. Insert ...
