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Begin by cleaning the space (a regular, practical cleaning); vacuum or sweep, dust all surfaces, make the bed with clean linens. Open any windows and allow negative energy to be dispelled. Then, burn sage in the room, and ring a bell nine times to purify the space. Light any number of candles you wish and assemble this talisman. Use a piece of white fabric and place moonstone, amethyst, quartz, and a small seashell inside. Sprinkle with dried rosemary, chamomile flowers, anise, lavender, ...
We often take what we have for granted, and it can be affirming to practice thankfulness. If you are reading this, it means you can read; there are many people in the world who cannot. Consider the number of living family members and the number of friends you have. Think about the cats and dogs in your life and realize that not everyone can afford to feed and care for pets. Do you have plants on your windowsill, or garden? Those are living beings in your life as well. Look in your closet, ...
Fall is a colorful time of year. Use the colors and scents of apples and oranges to cleanse and protect your home during winter months, when doors and windows are closed tightly against winter weather. Use large oranges, or smaller tangerines. Stud them with whole cloves, and then wrap a ribbon around them and use the ribbon to hang them in your kitchen, dining room, living room, and bathroom. Peel and core apples, then roll them in cinnamon powder, lightly coating all the surfaces. Carve ...
The Festival of Ganesh dates back to early India. People celebrate it with performances of poetry, plays, music, and dances. Ganesh is the son of Shiva and Parvati. Usually portrayed as a boy with the head of an elephant, he brings wisdom, prosperity, and good fortune. He aslo has the ability to remove obstacles. At the end of the festival, he carries away the misfortunes of his devotees. In India, temporary statues of Ganesh are worshipped with elaborate ceremonies, then ritually disposed ...
