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I grew up fearing cold water. Lately I've come to love and seek it out. Regular cold water immersion has many documented benefits, including boosting immunity, alleviating depression, stimulating hormone regulation, and dumping endorphins into the system. The most powerful shift for me has been the change in self-perception. I feel resilient, strong, and brave. Do you need a system-wide reset? Cold water can energize and enliven you. If you live near a body of water, immerse yourself in it ...
If you are a plant lover like me, you may have a collection of plants inside and outside of your home. There comes a time when some of the leaves on your plants may wither and turn brown. This spell is designed for you to think about transformation while you remove the dead leaves from your plants. Death is part of the cycle of life. As you gather up the brown leaves, this chant can help you stay in the mindset of going with the flow of transformation, making space for new things and embracing ...
The November new moon is all about creating a sanctuary. In many places, winter is starting and we instinctively want to keep safe and warm. This spell is a fun way to incorporate this idea both physically and spiritually. You will need: Incense Lighter or matches Your favorite music A pillar candle (in the color of your choosing) A straight pin (for carving) Citrus or ylang-ylang essential oil (optional) A firesafe dish Pillows and blankets First create your space by lighting the ...
While the guardian spirits of the home can be fed using food and drink offerings, this smoke acts as a very potent source of nourishment on its own. You will need: 1 part juniper berries, dried 1 part rose petals, dried 1 part yarrow flowers, dried 1 part frankincense resin Incense charcoal and burner Mortar and pestle Matches or lighter A whisk made from an evergreen branch (red cedar, juniper, pine, etc.) Crush the juniper berries, rose petals, and yarrow flowers in a mortar and ...
