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As winter loses its grip, it's time to do a little psychic house cleaning. You'll need one candle in a color that appeals to you. Be sure it will fit in a secure holder you can carry. You'll also need ¼ teaspoon salt, a broom, and a dustpan. First place the candle in the holder. Carefully light it. Begin at the inside of your front door. Carry the candle safely around your home. If you have areas that are hard to reach, such as a basement or attic, simply pause near the entrance to that ...
February 3 is Feed the Birds Day, which the birds will especially appreciate if it's wintertime right now where you are, as food may be scarce. Consider this day not only an opportunity to help out your local wildlife by offering them a buffet, but also a fun way for your magic to take flight. If you're looking to draw abundance, inspiration, and creativity into your life, create a sigil that details exactly how and what that looks like for you. Keep the shape fairly simple, so it's easy for ...
Today, even while we are still in the depths of winter's darkness, invoke the energy of sunshine to bring happiness to your heart. On this sun-ruled Sunday, as the daylight continues to slowly yet steadily grow, the brightness of yesterday's full moon is still in effect. Hold a citrine quartz (in crystal or jewelry form) in the palm of one hand. During daylight hours, in the light of the sun if possible (shining through a window or outside), close your eyes, take some deep breaths, relax your ...
With its bright evergreen leaves, holly represents hope in a dreary winter landscape. For the Romans, it was a plant of good fortune. For the Celts, it was a plant of protection that was sometimes planted near their dwellings so the spiky leaves might snag evil spirits before having a chance to enter the home. When brought into the house during the darkest days of winter, the green leaves and bright berries brought cheer to the inhabitants of the home, as they were a reminder that spring would ...
