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October 4th is officially recognized as the day when the Catholic Feast of St. Francis of Assisi is celebrated. During the celebration, people will often have their pets blessed, as Assisi was said to have loved animals. We can also take a moment to provide a blessing for our pets to ensure they are protected. With today being a Saturday, there is a lot of associated energy that goes into protection. We can call upon Artemis, as she is a goddess and protector of animals and nature. All you ...
Did you know that a certain kind of writing can access the creative parts of your brain as well as forgotten or hidden memories? Welcome to freewriting! Use this when wrestling with a problem or before divination or magical practices. You'll need paper, a pen or pencil, and mint tea or candy. Before beginning, focus on your problem, issue, or desire and condense it into one or two words; this is your "prompt." Sip the tea or chew the candy to heighten your senses. Begin writing in response to ...
Cast this spell for an extra boost of good luck. Choose a drinking glass that you find appealing, and fill it with fresh, cold water. Next, choose a bottle of food coloring in a color that aligns with your current goal. If it's greater prosperity, healing, increased vitality, or the aid of nature that you seek, choose green. If you're hoping for good luck in love or on an educational matter like a test, choose blue. For good fortune in gaining and arranging travel opportunities, choose yellow. ...
The new moon represents endings and beginnings, and an eclipse of the sun is the perfect time to remove undesirable influences from your life. Prior to this astronomical event, physically clean your home. Next, open windows and doors to release unwanted energies. Smoke-cleanse your home using dry juniper boughs, sage, or hazel wands, being careful to catch any sparks or ashes in a safe, fireproof container. Walk widdershins (counterclockwise) around the space while chanting: I remove, banish, ...
