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Today, change your trajectory, bust out of a rut, and have a little fun by observing National Two Different-Colored Shoes Day with a magical twist. First, select two unmatched shoes that are comparable enough in feel, height, and coverage to be comfortably worn together. If it's sunny out, take them outside and hold them in your open palms, bathing them in the sun. Otherwise, place them on the earth or hold them in the diffuse daylight coming in through a window. With a lighthearted spirit, ...
Astrologically, today is exceptionally water-heavy. While it might be tempting to lie on the couch and avoid reality, try harnessing the watery vibe to cleanse stagnant energy in your auric layers. This working happens in three stages, each tuned to a separate layer of your aura, and finishes with a bath to seal the deal. You will need the Knight, Queen, and King of Cups from your favorite tarot deck. Step 1: Hold the Knight of Cups in front of you and focus on the cup the knight is holding. ...
This spell will banish the influence a negative person has over you. You'll need a small bowl, one ice cube (three or four if they're small), one teaspoon of salt, a sheet of plain white paper, and a pen. Place the ice in the bowl, then the salt. Set this on your altar or on a table or kitchen counter. Let the ice melt. As it melts, visualize the influence this person has over you diminishing. On the paper, write the person's name and set it aside. When the ice has melted, tear up the paper ...
Use this simple (and fun!) technique to empower your plain candles with magical oomph. You'll need 2 wax pillar or taper candles. (You might want to use one candle first, for practice. For health reasons, choose safe waxes like soy, beeswax, or other non-petroleum-based candles.) You'll also need a small pointy tool (such as a kitchen skewer), fine point permanent markers of the desired color, and paper towels. Have a purpose in mind: perhaps you'll inscribe the candle with symbols, sacred ...
