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As the thinning of the veil between humans and spirits becomes most noticeable, it is a good time to honor your ancestors. A fulfilling way to accomplish this is by building an ancestor altar. As the harvest season is also in full bloom, this altar should include lovely goodies from the garden. Safely burn a white candle and set your intention to honor your ancestors. Lay cloth specific to your ancestry on a table or space dedicated to your ancestry altar. If you are unsure of your ancestry, ...
While we often focus on our physical health, there is also our spiritual health to consider. It is just as important to take care of our psychic aura. Like our clothes, our aura is affected by our day-to-day interactions. To repair any damage and cleanse the muck from your aura, gather a few ingredients for a cleansing bath. You will need a base of Epsom salts to remove unwanted negativity. You can add other herbs and oils to aid in purification and protection, such as eucalyptus, lavender, ...
Today's new moon occurs in Libra. At this time the moon is not visible, as it is hidden behind the sun. With both of the great luminaries in Libra, all the light of the intellect (sun) and emotions (moon) is focused on balance, peacekeeping, negotiating, and harmony, all higher Libra functions. Libra's lower functions include codependence, placing others' opinions before yours, and staying silent to keep the peace. Hold your hands out to the sides with palms up, resembling the glyph of Libra, ...
Once you have identified your patron deity, you may want to commit to working with them in a more meaningful way. Remember, committing to a patron deity is not to be taken lightly. A dedication period is recommended before jumping to a loyalty oath. A dedication period of a year and a day is an effective way to decide if you and the deity work well together and if your goals align. Create a tangible representation of your deity by braiding several cords together. Choose two or three colors that ...
