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In my community, many barns are adorned with brightly painted designs, often circular in shape, like a mandala. It's common to see the rose and thistle pattern, circles of laurel leaves, flowers, birds, mammals, and other symbols of nature. I think of mandalas as magical symbols of protection invoking the power of roses (love), thistles (protection), laurel (honor), and other entities. Draw your own mandala. Start with a circle that is about six inches in diameter. Draw images of flowers, ...
This spell helps open doors to other realms. You'll need an old key on a length of string to wear around your neck. Determine where you want to travel, and why, and what will happen there. Situate yourself in a quiet place where you absolutely will not be disturbed. Envision yourself in front of a large door, one that leads to other realities. Unlock this door with the key, saying: I travel to this distant shore I have never been before. Here I stay until it's time to go. Then I return, now ...
This traditional home ward is created by families around the turn of the new year. You will need: Dirt from the home or land you wish to bless and protect A pint-size glass canning jar with a lid A silver item: coin, ring, necklace, chain, etc. (can be plated, but must be real silver) A piece of white paper, 4 inches square A black pen or marker Gather together everyone who lives in the home or on the land you're blessing and protecting. This can be your family, roommates, or even ...
I love long weekends. An extra day off—with pay. Need I say more? Cast an "All is wel" spell. Taking stock and harvesting energetic awareness can help you see the bigger picture. Instead of practicing manifestation, which begins with a sense of lack and a desire for more, begin with the awareness of how rich you are. State what you have, see, enjoy, use, and own. Specifically name what uplifts you. Acknowledge the abundance present in your life, saying "All is well." Stretch it out into a ...
