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Mother Earth is known by many names around the world and envisioned in many ways, and as the Earth Goddess she has been with us since the earliest times. As this is Earth Day, it is a wonderful day to create your own temporary or permanent representation of Mother Earth. This goddess is nurturing in shape, form, and concept. If you live near a beach or can easily travel to one, go there and bring your digging and sculpting tools. Create a unique rendition of the Earth Goddess right near the ...
This spell deals with self-respect. When you respect yourself, others will automatically have more respect for you. You'll need some coarse sea salt, some rose petals, a rose quartz stone, and a bath or shower (preferably a bath). Place the salt and petals in the tub and fill it up (you can add a drop of rose essential oil if desired). Enter the tub holding the rose quartz. Say out loud: Powers of the Moon and Sun, let me shine to everyone. Still clasping the stone, immerse yourself ...
For this spell you will need a packet of seeds (such as a pollinator-friendly wildflower mix), something to plant a few in (a small pot, an old mug, etc.), enough soil to fill the planting vessel, and a few of your own hairs. Fill your planting vessel with soil and have a glass of water at hand. Hold the packet of seeds while taking a few deep breaths to ground and center yourself. Say: The power of spring fills these seeds. Make a fairly deep depression in the soil with your fingers and ...
Earth Hour is an hour observed (from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. local time) on the last Saturday of March, when folks are encouraged to turn off their lights and nonessential appliances in recognition of climate change and protecting the environment. This annual event is an opportunity to reconnect with the world around you by dimming the electric hum. In addition, you could consider adding a daily or weekly practice where you disconnect for a short period of time to practice meditation or ...
