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Mother's Day isn't just for those who have birthed children, but also for those who have been a caring guardian figure to others, giving them love, safety, and support. We can honor the living and remember those beloved mother figures who have passed on. We can also pay homage to the Earth in its creatrix energy through deities such as Demeter, Hathor, Pachamama, or Asherah—which can be especially healing for those who don't have a good or healthy relationship with the human mother figure ...
With so much chaos going on around us, it can be hard to focus on the positive and peaceful aspects of life. For this spell all you need is yourself and a garden, either yours or a community garden you like to visit. Find a cozy and quiet place in the garden and sit down to relax. Look at all the lush life growing abundantly around you in collective harmony. Witness and experience all the flora and fauna cohabitating, and allow that energy to fill you up as you remember the abundance and ...
With the Muslim holy month of Ramadan beginning at sundown, this is a great time to contemplate the value of fasting. During the entire month of Ramadan, Muslims refrain from eating from dawn until dusk to remember the less fortunate and reinforce gratitude. Intermittent fasting has become quite popular for weight loss and cleansing. Can you dedicate part of the day to consciously fast from something? It doesn’t have to be food. It could be fasting from social media, television, ...
Today is Friday, the day of the week that is associated with Venus and corresponds with love of all kinds. Let’s take a journey down the road of self-love and appreciation and do some automatic writing with that in mind. Put on some good music (maybe the Cure’s “Friday I’m in Love”), dress up in something that makes you feel good, and perhaps even light some scented candles to set the mood. When you feel comfortable and relaxed, connect with the meaning of ...
