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In the Anderson Feri Reclaiming Tradition, there is an important phrase that is often spoken at their gatherings: "There is enough if we share." This simple saying reminds us that the wealthy abundance of resources provided to us by Mother Earth is more than enough to sustain us all if we share. Survival is a team sport, after all. In their ritual feasts they bless their food, saying, "May you never thirst" and "May you never hunger." These prayers offer simple gratitude and acknowledgment of ...
In this season of early spring on the natural calendar, we are often visited by the spirits of rain. We may find ourselves swirling around feelings of depression, grief, or just uninspired ennui. A heavy heart can keep us from tapping into the building joy and early glow of spring. This short tea ritual calls on the spirit of rain, known to offer deep cleansing and relief from heartache. Brew a tea of mugwort, hawthorn, tulsi, and Saint John's wort. Pour the tea into your favorite cup. Holding ...
In many cultures and magickal paths, dust and the ephemeral remnants of fire are utilized in ceremonial work, conjuration, divination, and prayer. This is something particularly noticeable today, as it is Ash Wednesday. Here is a one-ingredient dust you can use in your magickal workings when you want to get in touch with the wisdom of the Great Mothers throughout time as you make your way toward the promise of spring. Safely burn the Wise Woman plant called mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris). Apply ...
Mercury is the planet that rules Wednesdays. Also called Hermes (in Greek mythology), Mercury, the winged messenger, rules thinking, connections, analysis, discernment, decision-making, clarity, and insight. Let's use the energy of Mercury to consciously invoke clear, concise communication with all of our senses. While rubbing your hands together vigorously, intone: Mercury, help me make conscious selections. Bless my hands in creating magical connections. Gently cup your ears, ...
