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For many, this day marks the return to school or college. For others, the idea of signing up for self-improvement, skill-building, informational, and fun workshops comes to mind. The beginning of the academic year is a time of fresh hopes and embarking on dreams. There are many offerings for pagans, witches, and magick workers. Today, take a moment to ask your inner self these questions: What do you need or want to learn? How will you make it possible? What can you do right now to ensure ...
A lighthouse, a literal beacon in a storm, is a powerful symbol of hope and successful navigation toward a desired outcome or goal. Today, create or obtain a simple likeness of a lighthouse, such as a figurine or framed postcard. Place it on your altar and light a candle. On a small piece of paper, write out your intention. The intention can be general, such as, "I am fulfilled and joyful," or it can be more focused and specific, such as "I land the perfect job." Place the paper under the ...
Use this divination to illuminate the path most likely to lead to success. Place a cupcake (or a thick slice of cake or dense bread) on a fireproof dish. Insert into it a series of birthday candles, choosing a different candle to represent each option you are contemplating. Light the candles quickly and as simultaneously as possible. Let them burn down completely, and notice which one melts down the fastest. The choice represented by this fastest-burning candle is your best option. Act ...
Today is known as Thread the Needle Day, which celebrates the idea of successfully navigating a difficult situation or limited window of opportunity in order to resolve a conflict. If you've ever tried to thread an actual needle, you'll understand how the expression came to be. Figuratively or physically, threading a needle takes patience, skill, and good (in)sight. If you're trying to bring two or more opposing sides or viewpoints together to end a dispute or promote community, here's a handy ...
