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If you have a secret or are trying to keep something under wraps until a later date, get a stick of incense and a simple lock. It can be a combination lock or the kind with a key. If you don't have a lock handy, you can use any kind of container that is opaque in color (so you can't see what's inside) and closes tightly. Light a stick of incense and put it in a holder. As it burns, whisper your secret to the smoke. Now imagine that the smoke contains your secret. Open the lock and hold it in ...
Once you have identified your patron deity, you may want to commit to working with them in a more meaningful way. Remember, committing to a patron deity is not to be taken lightly. A dedication period is recommended before jumping to a loyalty oath. A dedication period of a year and a day is an effective way to decide if you and the deity work well together and if your goals align. Create a tangible representation of your deity by braiding several cords together. Choose two or three colors that ...
No matter where you are traveling, you can create a small charm to take with you to ensure a safe and uneventful trip. You can create your charm using wood, air-dried clay, or paper. Use the medium that feels right and that you have access to. You will need a small disc of your chosen material and something to draw with. Begin by transferring the image of the solar cross onto the surface. The solar cross is a representation of Odin, the All-Father, who presides over Wednesdays. It also ...
Wednesday is ruled by Mercury, the winged messenger god of travel, communication, connection, and the digital realm. With summer well underway, it's time to make some travel plans. Grab your calendar and go through the next seven weeks, noting any times that you could get away. Maybe there is a Monday holiday coming up or a week at work you could take off. Highlight those dates, then make a list. Contact friends and family you long to see. Ask them: "Who wants to go camping, hiking, or ...
