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It’s officially October, the season of the Witch! Not only that, but it’s the new moon (or dark moon) closest to our beloved sabbat of Samhain. Utilize the introspective and emotionally- empowering energies of this new moon to declare yourself a practitioner of the arts. This evening, venture outside where little light from the city can be seen. Spend some time gazing at the clouds, the stars, and the gorgeous cosmic scene above you. Take some deep breaths in through the nose and ...
Tea is something that has been shared across cultures throughout time as a way of encouraging social bonding and supporting local economies. As a solitary teatime ritual, brew your favorite cup and sit in a dimly lit space with only yourself and the warm beverage. Warm your hands by gripping the mug. Inhale the sensual vapors steaming from the cup. Think about the different ingredients in your vessel, and take a sip to slowly taste the flavorful bouquet. Visualize the beverage engulfed in a ...
Spring cleaning was great six months ago, but now it’s time to get our house in order for the colder tides of autumn and winter. Approach the altar(s) or shrine(s) in your home. Meditate on the physical items on each, considering how each one serves as a focal point or catalyst for your magickal work, ancestor worship, or other esoteric work. One by one, remove each object from the altar or shrine and reset the space. Cleanse each item, tablecloth, and nearby sacred object with incense ...
Western hermetic alchemical science has long acknowledged the elements of mercury, sulfur, and salt as the building blocks of life. Whether viewed physically or energetically, these elements are said to uphold all physical reality in varying degrees and combinations. Light a black candle, a red candle, and a white candle in holders in front of you at dusk. Place the black one on your left, red in the middle, and white on your right. On a small piece of paper, use red marker to write, I ...
