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In every moment, we're viewing ourselves and the world through a particular lens. Like a pair of glasses, our lens can become smudged by family patterns, cultural conditioning, and other biases. Regularly "cleaning our glasses" aligns our individual sight with a more expansive spirit point of view. With spirit sight, we're able to see previously hidden options in life, free ourselves from the harsh perspective of the inner critic, and more. Sit comfortably where you won't be disturbed. Close ...
Cast this spell whenever you find yourself overwhelmed by worldly concerns and mundane obligations. It will help you regain a sense of balance and joy and strengthen your sense of self, reminding you of your core being and essence. Light a candle in a holder, and stand with the candle in front of a mirror. Take some deep breaths as you look at your reflection. Then bring your focus deeper within, to the core of who you are. Close your eyes and see in your mind's eye the very essence of your ...
A celebration honoring the Roman goddess Vesta was held between June 7 and June 15. The festival was known as Vestalia. During the week, the temple to Vesta was opened. Offerings were made to her, and the temple was cleaned and purified. Vesta is the goddess of hearth and home and is associated with the sacred flame that warmed homes, gave light, and cooked food. Where is the sacred flame in your home? It could be an actual fireplace or a potbelly stove. Perhaps you associate your oven or ...
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 ...
