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The story of Maneki Neko and his good fortune dates back to the 1600s, when a prosperous businessman took refuge from a downpour under a tree. Across from the tree was a small, impoverished temple, tended by a priest who shared his meager meals with the temple cat, Tama. As the businessman stood there under the tree, he noticed the cat across from him, beckoning with his paw. Intrigued, the businessman left his shelter to go better check out the cat. No sooner had he crossed the path than a ...
Monday morning can be a shock to the system of any good worker. We never know what to expect when we arrive at our place of business. Aromatherapy can keep us away from panic or stress and put us on the right track to solve even the most difficult of work tasks. Smells are critical to our wellbeing. Smells can excite, calm, comfort, or invigorate us. We should learn to use smells to help us cope with stress in our everyday life. Aromatherapy has been shown to decrease stress and promote calm, ...
Nothing spells success like a growing business. We do all we can to increase our business to make ourselves successful. Make sure your product is always the best you offer. Whether it's handmade, recycled, or purchased, always insist it be your best effort. Being fair is the best way to do business. Hermes/Mercury is considered the god of business; ask him for guidance and assistance with your business. Call upon your personal muse to assist with good marketing strategies. Have a plan and ...
If you're planning your wedding, you know what a big job it is. After running a formal wear business for years, I know what a chore it can be, so I developed this spell to help your wedding planning run smoothly. On one sheet of paper, write your to-do list. Include everything: order flowers, find a photographer, etc. On a second sheet of paper, write a list affirming how and when you'll accomplish each task. Lay each list on your altar-the to-do list on the left, and the affirmation list on ...
