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By mid-February, the Northern Hemisphere has a slew of dark, cold, short days, which feel like they will never end. We get the Winter Wearies. This spell will help lift the mood and remind us that spring is coming. Gather these supplies: A 7-day orange jar candle A knife (for carving) Citrus essential oil (My favorite is tangerine.) Matches Carve the sun into the candle. Dress the candle with citrus oil, visualizing the warmth and the light's return. Place the candle in the room where ...
Before Imbolc stirs, I like to work with amethyst to sort worries. You will need an amethyst for this spell. Sit where you will not be disturbed for twenty minutes. Close your eyes and let your thoughts whirl. Give your monkey mind freedom to roam over stresses and worries. Count to ten. Pick up the amethyst. Place it in one palm, and cup the other palm over it. Breathe, visualizing a set of cubbyholes, with the amethyst glowing, brightening, as the chaos settles down. Those pesky concerns ...
National Compliment Day, which is celebrated today, is a great way to spread positive energy to yourself and others. First, look in a mirror and stare deep into your own eyes. Take a deep breath and exhale. Take another deep breath and, as you exhale, say:You are amazing. Repeat that until you believe it. As you go about your day, find reasons to give people compliments, be they family, coworkers, or strangers. It could be anything from "I love that color on you" to "You did a great job on ...
Today is National Apricot Day. Apricots are associated with warmth, hope, love, soothing, beauty, and wisdom. For this spell, gather these supplies: A blanket and pillows 1 white tealight candle in a cauldron Matches The Ace of Cups, Sun, and Nine of Pentacles Tarot cards A citrine stone An apricot-flavored drink Fresh or dried apricots Create a cozy nest with pillows and blankets, with a safe space for the tealight. Place the tealight in the cauldron and light it, saying:I bask in ...
