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In the United States, we celebrate our Independence Day with parades, fireworks, and family gatherings. Make this the day to celebrate your own independent spirit—raise your power with fire, dancing, chanting, drumming, or whatever your wild heart is drawn to do. A simple way to raise power is by using sparklers. Whether solitary or in a group, light your sparklers and raise them high. As you do so, chant something like this: I am one with the Air that moves me. The Goddess/God is ...
Cast this spell to shake up a stagnant situation and spur revolutionary changes. You'll need a short length of purple thread, about six inches long. Find a tree you like, and sit or stand beneath it with the piece of thread lying across your open palm. Think of the situation you wish to change, then add to the visualization new elements of kookiness and craziness. You might imagine squirrels leaping through the scene, a clown doing cartwheels across your mind's eye, or a dog wearing a hat ...
May 28 is the International Day of Action for Women’s Health. Today’s rite is intended to attract optimal health to you and your loved ones. Use your athame (ritual blade) to cut an apple across its middle, revealing the pentagram shape at the core. Cut the apple into slices to share. Each individual takes five bites of their apple slice, thoroughly chewing and swallowing, visualizing good health while doing so. Before each bite, chant: Earth—Health for my body. ...
Tidy up your altar both physically and spiritually. Clean up any dust, ashes, or spills. Wash or replace your altar cloth. Dust off any statues, candleholders, or other stationary items. Replenish candles, salt, water, incense, or anything else needed. Cleanse, recharge, and/or replace any crystals or stones. When your altar is completely clean, spritz the air above it with Florida water or another cleansing protective type of spray. Close your eyes and send energy through your power ...
