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In Ozark folk magic, the new moon is associated with new beginnings and cleansing. For this traditional bath you will need: A plastic water pitcher or small bucket Hot water A pinch of salt, any kind Optional herbs: hyssop, juniper, peppermint (leaves and/or berries) A sieve Traditionally, this cleansing ritual is performed before sunrise. Fill your pitcher (or bucket) with hot (not boiling) water. Ozarkers will use spring water, but water from a tap is fine as well. Add your salt and ...
The full moon in June is a time when love is in bloom. If you don't have a romantic partner at the moment, this spell can help attract the love that you desire. The flower of the month of June is a rose. Obtain a rose so you can use the flower petals in your spell. Red roses symbolize romance, pink roses are for adoration, an orange rose boosts enthusiasm, a purple rose has the energy of enchantment, and a yellow rose symbolizes platonic friendship. You can choose to use just one color or use ...
We have all heard the horrors of how our brains are being rewired by constant cell phone use. Try changing your routine this morning, and instead of reaching for your cell phone and getting the cortisol hits that come from each email, or seeking the endorphin hits from likes and shares, envelop your morning in magic. Choose a quiet, self-soothing activity to begin your day, such as tea on the back deck, journal writing, or a few moments of prayer or meditation. Let your eyes seek out an object ...
We magical folx often find ourselves needing to divine, cast spells, or work magic at unplanned times or when we're far away from our magical workspace. Plus, we may not feel comfortable setting up an altar or working spellcraft in public, or carrying materials with us. You can remedy some of these situations by creating a Porta-Pagan. What's a Porta-Pagan? It's a miniature set of magical tools in a small, sturdy container. Because it's small, it can be carried in a pocket, purse, glove box, ...
