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On this full moon, charge some of your magical objects (tools, crystals, etc.) in the moonlight. Even if it’s cloudy, that’s okay. Place your objects outside in a protected place or inside on a windowsill. Visualize the moonlight charging the items with potent magical energy. Chant these words before leaving your items in place for the night: Moonlight, cast your magic glowupon these items that I choose.Moonlight, with your energythese items now infuse. ...
Today is the day most Americans know as Columbus Day. It is also now called Indigenous Peoples’ Day, in acknowledgment of the fact that there were indigenous people already living here when Columbus “discovered” the New World. It was, in fact, only new to him. Our reality, or at least our awareness of it, is a constantly shifting and changing space. This can be tough to deal with, but it is important for us to constantly strive to change for the better. On this day in ...
For this spell you’ll need a handful of soil, preferably from a garden where food crops have been growing all summer. If you can’t obtain this, then some dirt from any place where plants are flourishing is fine. Cup the soil in your hands and meditate for a few moments on the significance of fertile land—how vital it is for all life on Earth. Speak these words: Fecund land and fertile soil,like the harvest that we reap.Abundant Earth, please help me earnprosperity ...
Lighting lamps and finding ways to battle back the shadow within us are common themes at this time of year. Ready your home for autumn gatherings by making coconut lanterns. Simply buy one or more coconuts and sit in a sacred space. Think of a prayer for a selfless and positive purpose. As you do so, pierce and drain the coconut using a hammer and a thick nail, drinking the juice to help fill you with the strength and courage to serve others this season. Use the hammer to carefully split the ...
