New Worlds of Body, Mind & Spirit Since 1901
Time once again to work with Sadie, the goddess and queen of the bargain shoppers, for last-minute decoration ideas, and inspired meals for the holiday season. Decorating your home will require a careful eye as you wander through the dollar stores and bargain outlets this year. Follow Sadie through the store and see where she stops. You know what she looks like-you can only see her from behind and both her hands are filled with overstuffed shopping bags with brand names on them. She will show ...
Mistletoe was the most sacred of herbs to the Druids and is one of the oldest holiday decorations-even older than the Yule tree. It's excellent as a love-attracting herb, and this is the perfect time of year to perform this spell. In a dish, combine mistletoe leaves with its berries, some pine needles, and pink glitter. Cast your magic circle and carry the dish to each of the directions. Return the dish to your altar and say: Mistletoe, herb of love, bring me the perfect romance. To ...
Light a single white candle within a dark room and sit watching it for ten to fifteen minutes. As you look at the flame, imagine the innovation that fire has been for humanity. Picture all of its uses and powers. Acknowledge the flame as a living, moving force of creation. In your mind, dissect its many layers as it consumes the wax as fuel. Then focus your mind on the knowledge of the flame, which can only be created by the act and transition of combustion. When you have fully drawn in the ...
In the dark of winter, we see the harsher side of the world. The shadows lie sharp on the snow; the light flares on the ice. Challenges come upon us. It helps to have protection-but you don't want to let the dark side of your emotions rule you. So put up a shield to deflect negative energies. For this spell, you'll need a holiday ornament covered in mirrored tiles (easily found at this time of year) and four silver or white candles. Light the candles and hang the ornament between them. ...
