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Somatics is the practice of tuning in to the body, developing a mind-body connection, in order to recognize clues to the internal (emotional or psychological) state coming from an external alignment, posture, or practice. Many psychotherapeutic practitioners use somatics to work with people experiencing extreme trauma. Somatics can also be used proactively. Instead of looking for signs in the body that speak about internal states, we can use the body to create an internal state. Today, embody ...
Jimmy Buffet may have you believing that a margarita’s magic is related mainly to attempting to heal a broken heart and failing. Well, maybe there’s some truth to that. But for this spell, you’re going to work with the magical properties of agave and lime to strengthen and bless one or more of your friendships. Agave brings sweetness and a sense of shared adventure. Lime is used for blessing and empowering, as it’s aligned with the strength and beauty of the sun. Invite ...
It’s a cold, winter moon if you live in the Northern Hemisphere of planet Earth. It’s a bright, warm moon if you live in the Southern Hemisphere. But no matter where you live, whether north or south, it’s the full moon and magick is afoot! The full moon creeps up on us, pulling back the veil of our psyche and dreams and infiltrating our subconscious. I always seem to have some sort of crying jag or emotional fit before or during a full moon, no matter how hard I try to ...
Salt and pepper are staple kitchen items, which only adds to their magical usefulness. Both salt and black pepper are magically related to cleansing, banishing, purification, and protection. These two seasonings can be charged with power and then used on food to energize it with magic. To begin, gather a container of salt and a container of pepper along with a black or white candle. Place the candle in the center of a flat surface, then the pepper to the left of the candle and the salt to the ...
