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With the excitement that summer always seems to bring, it’s easy for life to start feeling a little out of whack. School and work schedules change, festival and vacation season is in full swing, the days are getting hot, and many of us are busier than ever with travel, wrangling kids, or pursuing summer projects. Are you neglecting your self-care at this time of year? To cool down a bit and create the space to recenter yourself, fill a bowl with ice cubes (crushed ice is okay, too) and ...
An altar is a physical focus for magic and spirituality. It provides a place to work and worship. There is a distinction between things that change with each spell or ritual (such as stones to symbolize current astrological energies) and things that stay the same ( like an offering bowl or incense burner). Other things such as divine icons or altar cloths may or may not change. Here is a spell to bless the permanent tools on your altar. You will need your altar, your permanent tools, incense, ...
This bright, summery potion can be drunk by a couple to enhance the loving feelings between the two of them or by an individual to infuse them with attractive vibrations while seeking a partner. The usual method is to simmer the potion for ten to fifteen minutes over low heat in a cauldron, then strain into a pitcher. Empower each of the ingredients with your intention for love before adding it to the pot by holding your hands over the ingredient and visualizing love as you wish it to be. Add ...
Many recipes designed to treat the hands and wrists for hot flashes have survived, from Mrs. Beeton’s to Taoist medical teas. This particular one is a personal favorite. It works within fifteen to thirty seconds on most folks and will prevent heat stroke. Although soaking your hands a few times a day in ice cubes can be tedious, it is better than being drenched in sweat or dehydrated all day on account of nature and her wonderful little hormonal and weather- driven nuances. This recipe is ...
