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St. Nicholas Night was a big deal in my household growing up. We would leave a shoe by our bedroom door before bedtime on December 5 and wake up the next day to find it full of fruit and candy! In addition to being the patron saint of children, St. Nicholas also helps sailors, merchants, archers, repentant thieves, brewers, pawnbrokers, the unmarried, and students. For this spell, you will need a bag of chocolate coins (which are available in many stores for the season) and an image of St. ...
Our world can feel chaotic at times. Struggles with work, school, and relationships may keep our emotions in flux. Though we can't escape life's difficulties, we can create sacred space for ourselves (even if it's a corner of a bedroom). Add soft light and favorite touches that give pleasure to your senses. To add a harmonious energy to your sacred space, try this spell. You will need: Rose and lavender essential oils Equal parts dried rose petals and lavender buds, mixed together A pretty ...
This nighttime self-care ritual will help you recharge your batteries. First, clean and clear clutter from your bedroom. Also cleanse the energy in your bedroom with white sage smoke or aromatherapy spray, or another herbal smoke or spray of your choice. Shower or bathe. Then brush your teeth, comb your hair, and otherwise care for your body according to your preference. Safely light your bedroom with candles. Put on your comfiest pajamas and some relaxing music. Sit comfortably on your bed. ...
It's a great day to magically empower a healthy new habit, like getting more sleep, eating more vegetables, or exercising more regularly. (Why wait for New Year's?) First, safely light a red candle and some cinnamon incense. Relax your body and center your mind. Call on a divinity of your choice. Next, in the present tense, write down a desired habit in a journal or notebook, such as "I get at least seven hours of deep sleep per night." Now get creative and write down some fun ways you could ...
