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What's more evocative of primal magic than fire? Each time we strike a match, light a candle, or build a campfire, we're to the flame—just like moths, so the saying goes. Through this intense connection, fire also provides a powerful divinatory tool via fire scrying. To "scry" is to open oneself to the larger world and one's place in it. Begin by kindling a fire: light a candle or, even better, kindle an indoor or outdoor hearth or campfire. Sit before your candle or fire, dressed ...
It was once said that if a person heard the bells of the foxglove ring, they were doomed to die. Of course, this is not to be taken literally, as it was folklore inspired by foxglove's (Digitalis purpurea) poisonous nature. But there is something that foxglove and bells have in common, and that is protective magick. Foxgloves are one of our "garden wards," and can be planted to protect your property. Bells have a long history in magick. They have been used to clear ritual space, invoke the ...
A morning cup of coffee can be so much more than just a caffeine boost. Try giving your cup of brew a personalized magical edge based on whatever energy you need in your life that day. Just add a tiny pinch of appropriate herbs to the dry coffee grounds before starting the coffee maker while visualizing your goal. Be sure to use nontoxic herbs only, and add just a tiny bit unless you want to compromise the taste of your drink. On the other hand, some herbs and spices add a very nice flavor that ...
Gnomes are earth elementals that can be helpful creatures, especially in the garden. They have masculine energy and can be highly protective, which aligns with the energy of Thursday. Working with gnomes means creating a space for them to occupy. A flower bed or garden area is an excellent place to invite them to stay. They enjoy the wilder parts of nature, so a spot that is shady and a tad overgrown is an excellent choice. You can put out food and drink to entice them in. You will know they ...
