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In this season of early spring on the natural calendar, we are often visited by the spirits of rain. We may find ourselves swirling around feelings of depression, grief, or just uninspired ennui. A heavy heart can keep us from tapping into the building joy and early glow of spring. This short tea ritual calls on the spirit of rain, known to offer deep cleansing and relief from heartache. Brew a tea of mugwort, hawthorn, tulsi, and Saint John's wort. Pour the tea into your favorite cup. Holding ...
Today the Sun rests in disciplined Capricorn while the Moon bathes in the gentle embrace of Cancer. This celestial combination blends steadfast structure with deep emotional intuition. It's an ideal moment to engage in a healing ritual that harmonizes Capricorn's stability with Cancer's nurturing essence. Gather these materials: A blue candle (in a holder) Lavender essential oil Matches or a lighter A small piece of amethyst A cup of calming herbal tea (like chamomile or ...
The principle celebrated on the first day of Kwanzaa is Umoja, which means "unity." Today, work on a rededication to your own spiritual unity. Safely light a blue candle. Say and feel these words: Today, I do not start anew, but I do begin again. Each day is a new beginning, a new step along my path. Today, I begin again with harmony, peace, and unity in my heart and in my spirit. Spend as much time as you like in meditation and journal about your results. Extinguish the candle. ...
Burning bay leaves is a common incense for many things. Today we are creating bay leaf incense for prosperity. Gather some dried bay leaves and use a Sharpie to draw your favorite symbols for prosperity on them, such as a symbol for currency, a rune prosperity symbol, or even a sigil, just to name a few examples. Either burn the leaves whole or turn them into powder using your favorite method and then burn them. Envision prosperity for yourself and all those around you while it burns. Once all ...
