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The candle and the lamp are two illuminating technologies that drove human language and culture. We harbor them in the window to inspire light, even in the darkest of places. The flame is an emblem of the Fool’s willingness to achieve true authenticity. To be gifted with firebuilding knowledge is a birthright of humans, second only to language. At dusk, light a candle or lamp and offer your prayers to the celestial beings as they shine upon true will and human potential. Moonrise marks ...
Having had and raised a child, I spent many years indoors in the evening, observing early bedtimes. Recently I realized I was afraid of the night, and wanted to reclaim it. I started the practice of walking in the village at night with my dog. Initially I was aware of my racing heart. I told myself, “There is nothing here in the dark that isn’t here in the light.” Dispelling negative notions, I searched for positivity. I trained my eyes to see the night magic—how the ...
For a few hours this morning, the Moon will be void-of-course, but then the energy eases and we feel the full promise of the Aquarius Moon! During this time we can harness the inwardly directed power of Aquarius to find inspiration in all areas of life. For creative types, this is a great time to break through blocks and finish projects. If you are struggling with creativity, you can cast this spell to harness the power of the Aquarius Moon and blast open your creative flow. Around an orange ...
November is known as International Drum Month. Ancient people knew the benefit of using drum beats to connect with the energy of their souls, the universe, and the rhythm of the earth. Using drums to create rhythms is an activity that can help restore balance. Drumming helps to synchronize and ground your personal energy. When you use a hand drum made from natural materials and hit it with a drum stick in your dominant hand, the energy of that motion will help the rhythmic vibration of the ...
