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Today is the birthday of French American microbiologist René Dubos. While his contributions to science are extensive, he is perhaps best known for coining the phrase "Think globally, act locally." For this spell, you need a pen and paper and a calendar. The calendar can be digital, a hard copy, or a reminder set on your smart device. Think about the most significant cause you're passionate about. Write it on the paper in big letters, underline it, and put stars around it. Underneath ...
For this spell you will need a large ice cube and a bowl. Put the ice cube in the bowl and, with both hands, hold the bowl up just in front of your face. Take a deep breath in and hold for a moment while thinking about the things causing you stress or anxiety. Gently breathe out. Do this twice more. Now take a deep breath in, hold for a moment, and with three powerful exhales blow your stress into the ice cube. Then say: My stress is frozen outside of me. As this ice melts, it leaves me be. ...
In many cultures and magickal paths, dust and the ephemeral remnants of fire are utilized in ceremonial work, conjuration, divination, and prayer. This is something particularly noticeable today, as it is Ash Wednesday. Here is a one-ingredient dust you can use in your magickal workings when you want to get in touch with the wisdom of the Great Mothers throughout time as you make your way toward the promise of spring. Safely burn the Wise Woman plant called mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris). Apply ...
Today is a solar eclipse, which means the moon will pass between the earth and the sun. This is considered a powerful time of transformation. It's also a new moon, which is a chance to consider fresh starts and beginnings. This is a meditation to feel the power of these events and gain insight from them. Plan to be outdoors, if possible, at the time of the eclipse in your area. As the moon passes over the sun, close your eyes, be still, and become aware of your feelings. Pay attention to what ...
