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With the excitement that summer always seems to bring, it’s easy for life to start feeling a little out of whack. School and work schedules change, festival and vacation season is in full swing, the days are getting hot, and many of us are busier than ever with travel, wrangling kids, or pursuing summer projects. Are you neglecting your self-care at this time of year? To cool down a bit and create the space to recenter yourself, fill a bowl with ice cubes (crushed ice is okay, too) and ...
Where do you live? Where do you vacation? Where I live, this time of the year is edging toward uncomfortably hot, and it is a very good time to go north to cooler climes. Salem, Massachusetts, is such a location and a terrific place to visit and review our heritage. Be prepared for a lot of kitsch and camp. Visit the museums and have your picture taken flying on a broom or stirring a cauldron. While there are indeed shops there owned by genuine earth-based believers, with legitimate supplies, ...
Sundays are associated with the solar goddess Brigid, the Celtic goddess of hearth, home, healing, and inspiration. Today, invoke Brigid to ask for a bit of healing energy for those you know are in need of it and who desire such divine energy. You will need a white candle and a chime, bell, or rattle. Optionally, include an image of Brigid (as a saint or goddess) or a Brigid’s cross. Set the items up on your altar or as their own temporary altar. Safely light the candle and ring, chime, ...
Mercury is currently in Cancer, which means we will be speaking from our hearts and not our heads. This isn’t always a bad thing; it will help some to finally open up. But those of us who are already emotionally inclined can expect things to be a little “extra” at this time. Cast this spell to ensure you are getting your point across during these emotional times. In a small blue, purple, yellow, or silver pouch, put a large pinch each of dried rosemary, rose, alum, and rue. ...
