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A silver coin is sometimes used to represent the full moon in divination, so why not carry it a step further and use the energy of the full moon to bless a coin to keep with you for good luck? Gather these items:* A cauldron* A clean quarter or silver dollar piece* Water* A rosemary sprig In the light of the full moon, settle down before your cauldron and place the coin in the center of the cauldron. Fill the cauldron with water (about halfway is fine), and stir it clockwise seven times with ...
What do you have to offer to love? Make a list, however long you like, of all the blessings and gifts that go with having a romance with you. Next, list the qualities you seek in a partner. Be honest with yourself, but remember that if all you seek are superficial qualities, you will draw a superficial relationship. Take a scrap of cotton cloth of a color you associate with romance, and cut it into a heart shape. Pile some dried rose petals, lavender, cinnamon chips, and barley in the center ...
The Festival of Diana began on this day in Rome. She was the goddess of the moon, animals, and the hunt. During this time, festival-goers would write their petitions and wishes on ribbons and tie them to trees. You can connect to those ancient energies and with Diana on this day. Take your own piece of ribbon and write your petition or wish on it. Hold the ribbon in your hands and say: Diana ,goddess of the moon, takemy petition and give me a boon. Now clear your mind and take a deep breath. ...
Let’s be honest: we all struggle with self-esteem from time to time. Witches, Wiccans, Pagans, and other metaphysical folk tend to be quite sensitive to energies—and most certainly to the emotional energies of others. Even some of the least empathic people among us can sometimes carry the weight of others’ judgments for years or even a lifetime, sometimes unconsciously! As difficult and even painful as it can be, we must all learn to love ourselves for who we are. There is ...
