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Because I've been lucky enough to be involved with the creation of so many tarot decks, I've learned that there are many ways to approach it. Because most people prefer Rider-Waite-Smith (RWS) -style decks, that is Llewellyn's main focus. The challenge is bringing enough freshness to the new deck without deviating so far it can no longer be recognized as an RWS-style deck. Llewellyn asked me to design a new, wizard-themed tarot. I was free to take the concept in any direction I wanted. My first instinct was the four-house school approach because I love it, and also four suits, four houses; it is a natural blending. But it has been done and done very well. I believe ideas can be explored ...
There's a good chance that you or someone you know is dealing with stress. In a moment of high stress, this simple tea reminds us of the benefits of calmness and ease. Drink a cup of calming tea before bedtime, as a daily practice, or brew it whenever needed. Brew 2 cups of water in a kettle. While the kettle is boiling, add 2 teaspoons of lavender buds and 2 teaspoons of chamomile flowers to a teapot. Pour the water over the lavender and chamomile. Add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice to the tea and let it steep for nine minutes. Strain the tea into your favourite tea cup and sip while hot. If you are able, get super comfy. Maybe that means getting under the covers of your bed or changing ...
You need to have a stated intention in mind. Yes, you can use this to find a job, or discover hidden treasures of the city. I encourage anyone working this spell for the first time to set the intention of opening the road to strong social bonds with people and/or spiritual beings of integrity. These connections—those with beings of honor, kindness, and accountability—are part of aligning with the most positive aspects of your city spirit that you can. Find a place that you consider the heart of your city. Be patient, but not too picky. Cities aren't perfect. Neither are you. You may sense some guidance of where to go; sometimes finding the place that feels right for this can ...
You will need a square of cloth (blue or white in color), a length of cord (blue or white in color), a pinch of chamomile, plantain, and blue vervain, a small seashell, and a copy of the planetary square of the sun (I recommend looking this up on the internet and using it as a guide to create your own). Begin by placing each of the herbs upon the cloth, informing them of your intent to procure health and wellness, awakening each of their inherent virtues. Do the same with the seashell and the planetary square before adding them to the cloth. Pull up the corners of the cloth and tie it all together, knotting the cord three times. Hold the charm-bag in your hands and feel it come to life, ...
