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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 ...
In January of 1363, the first recorded sumptuary laws were enacted in England. The laws aimed to restrict what people could wear, eat, and purchase based on their class or station. It's purported that the laws were both religious and secular and had a disproportionately harsh impact on women and people who were poor. Go figure! So this spell is about thumbing your nose at the various authorities in your life seeking to control you. There are multiple ways to do this magic. I'll give you one ...
This spell is best performed on the last full moon of the year. Here is what you'll need: A small Mason jar with a lid Water to fill the jar Quartz crystal pebbles or points On the day of the full moon, gather water from a spring, river, ocean, or other free-running source of water. Rainwater or tap water will also work. Put the quartz pebbles or points in the jar and fill with the water. Seal the jar and place it in a special place, like on an altar. As it becomes dark and the moon ...
Occasionally in life, it becomes necessary to let go of some aspect of ourselves. Maybe you are holding on to habits that no longer serve you. Perhaps your way of thinking has become outdated and your beliefs don't align with how you see your future. This spell uses a lock of your own hair. Hair has long been seen as a place where people carry their energy and life force. All you need is a cast-iron cauldron or fire-safe bowl and some matches or a lighter. Place a lock of your hair in the ...
