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It's not uncommon to hear "May the 4th be with you" every May 4th as people around the world celebrate Star Wars Day. The idea of the Force as a cosmic power that connects everything in the universe is an idea worth celebrating. To connect to the greater universe, find a comfortable and quiet spot where you won't be disturbed. You can stand or sit. Begin by closing your eyes and taking a deep breath. As you exhale, push out any negative energy or thoughts inside of you. As you breathe, extend ...
Daffodil magic is strong. These cheerful flowers are aligned with the goddess Persephone, who—like daffodils—gets to burst forth from the underworld at the earliest dawn of spring. Today, boost your mood and clear away gloominess left over from the winter months by bringing a pot of daffodils into your home. (These are often easily obtainable in markets around this time of year.) Stand in front of a sunny window while holding the pot. Inhale the daffodils’ scent and drink in ...
Today is the full moon of February. This phase brings things to fruition. It correlates with wealth and prosperity. The full moon is round like a silver coin. It is the peak of all that has come before. This is a good time to meditate on your accomplishments and how you achieved them. Take a silver coin, such as a nickel, dime, or quarter. Hold it in your hand to use as a focus. Sit in a chair or on a floor cushion. Think back over the past two to four weeks. Consider the financial decisions ...
The beginning of the year is an excellent time to perform divination for information on how the rest of the year will go. This tea will help you open your third eye and open up to the messages that you most need to hear. To prepare the tea, you will need the following: * 1 part mugwort* 2 parts hibiscus* 1 part nettle Boil water, and as the water heats up, mix the herbs together in a bowl, holding the intention of seeing clearly. Put the tea mixture into a strainer, place this in a teapot, ...
