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Today is the birthday of famous Russian physiologist Ivan Pavlov, the man behind the famous “Pavlov’s dog” experiments. We have a magical parallel to Pavlov’s classical conditioning experiments that we can examine. Pavlov found that whenever the dogs saw an object or witnessed an event associated with being fed, they would begin to salivate. Well, the same thing happens to us during our preparations for ritual and magic. When we establish a routine of lighting a certain ...
Today is Labor Day in the United States and Canada, a day to honor workers and all the good that has been gained from labor movements and trade unions. Today, dedicate some time to remember and honor the hardworking people who have fought to achieve these accomplishments and also some time for rest and relaxation. Even if you must work today, you owe it to yourself to set aside even a few quiet moments for this simple bit of celebration. Find a quiet place where you can have a few moments to ...
Today is the anniversary of the 2012 death of comedian Phyllis Diller, one of the first female standup comedians who was known for her rather rambunctious personality. Today, let us celebrate women in historically male-dominated professions who have broken boundaries and trail-blazed a path to success for future generations. We all owe them a great deal. Gather a yellow candle in a holder and a pen and paper. Make a list of female trailblazers who have made a difference in your life, your line ...
It’s World Elephant Day, a day dedicated to the preservation of these majestic animals and their habitats. Elephants really are wonderful creatures and are revered in many cultures as symbols of wisdom, strength, protection, and good luck. They are also seen as harbingers of good fortune. Today, in honor of the elephant, and perhaps to attract a bit of good fortune, place an image of an elephant near your main entry to welcome the blessings of good fortune into your home. Alternatively, ...
