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In the Celtic ogham, trees are celebrated and revered. This is the end of Reed Month on the Celtic tree calendar. Reed (a tree-like plant) grows in and near the water of wetlands and gracefully yields to the ebb and flow of tides and winds. It’s a purifying and clarifying plant that is useful on vision quests, as it provides direction. For this vision quest, obtain some Celtic music featuring wind instruments made from reeds, such as flutes. Play the reed music, letting its haunting ...
Use this spell to restore calm and balance when you find yourself in circumstances of chaos and annoyance. Fill a wide-mouthed glass with water. Sprinkle on a large quantity of black pepper as you think about all the things in your life that are currently causing you irritation. Now take a deep breath, exhaling across the top of the glass as you squeeze a single drop of dishwashing liquid into the water. As the pepper quickly flees from the soap due to changes in surface tension, envision your ...
Depending on where you live, the water element might be manifesting itself as rain, snow, or fog at this time of year. Or you might live someplace where water is scarce. But no matter where you are, you can do this simple water magic. If it is precipitating outside in any form, set out a bowl to catch it. Otherwise, just use tap water, which came from the sky and the ground somewhere. Sit in a quiet room and scoop up a little water on your fingertips. Anoint first the top of your head, then ...
C oconut oil has recently experienced an upsurge in popularity, especially in skin care. When applied to the face, it has antimicrobial properties and is said to cleanse the pores. Magically, coconut is associated with purification and protection, which makes it perfect for use as a practical beauty product and a magical ointment all in one. Place some coconut oil in a special jar, along with a piece of quartz crystal. Quartz crystal is both purifying and empowering. On the outside of the jar, ...
