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The holidays are often stressful on multiple levels. Every old hurt can come forward and rip open. It’s a good time to perform a patience spell. You will need a pink candle in a holder, rose oil, and a small rose quartz. Bless and consecrate your supplies. Anoint the candle and yourself with the oil. Light the candle. Follow your breath and focus softly on the candle flame. Hold the rose quartz in your hands. Attune to your heart. Feel yourself fill with peaceful, patient energy. Imagine ...
This is an old family tradition in our house, based on the European tale of Saint Nicholas coming this night to fill the shoes/stockings of the household (one of the origins of the Santa tales). We decided to keep it and incorporate it into our pagan rituals. Saint Nicholas Day is actually tomorrow, but tonight is the fun. Before bedtime, each individual in the house puts out a shoe, either at the hearth or outside their bedroom door. When it’s quiet, household members sneak out and ...
With the holiday season coming u p, it’s a good idea to make a small amulet to protect you on your travels. Gather these supplies:* An amethyst* Rosemary* A dollar coin* A small black bag Bless and consecrate your supplies. Speak the following as you drop each item into the bag: Amethyst for protection and clarity,Rosemary for protection and love,A coin for protection and prosperity.I am blessed in my travels.So mote it be. Carry this bag with you when you travel. Keep it on your ...
Today honors Áed mac Bricc, an Irish saint who died in 589 CE. He is the patron saint of headache sufferers. There’s a story from the sixth century that says he healed Brigit of her headache—because even a goddess of smithing, healing, and poetry should have someone to ease her headache. Today, safely burn lavender-scented candles, put rosemary oil on your temples, and soak in a lavender-scented bath. Carve time out of your day to relax, release your tense muscles, and call ...
