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Hecate (or Hekate) is a triform goddess worshipped in ancient Greece, although her origins may be much older. In modern neo-Pagan traditions, tonight is dedicated to Hecate, who rules over the realms of mystery, sorcery, and augury. A simple divination rite can be performed in her name using three silver or copper coins that are stamped with heads and tails. At sundown, light a red candle and some incense of black storax, patchouli, or myrrh (or commercially made "Hecate incense") in safe ...
When you find yourself having to deal with a difficult person and cannot make peace with them in a mundane, communicative way, it's time for magic. This spell is to remove a person's prickly or upsetting attitude. Gather these materials: A plant or stick with thorns, such as a rose, a cactus, or a stem from a blackberry bush Scissors or wire cutters, depending on the size of the thorns Gardening gloves if needed Hold the plant material in your hand carefully and visualize the behavior ...
In Ozark folk magic, the new moon is associated with new beginnings and cleansing. For this traditional bath you will need: A plastic water pitcher or small bucket Hot water A pinch of salt, any kind Optional herbs: hyssop, juniper, peppermint (leaves and/or berries) A sieve Traditionally, this cleansing ritual is performed before sunrise. Fill your pitcher (or bucket) with hot (not boiling) water. Ozarkers will use spring water, but water from a tap is fine as well. Add your salt and ...
We have all heard the horrors of how our brains are being rewired by constant cell phone use. Try changing your routine this morning, and instead of reaching for your cell phone and getting the cortisol hits that come from each email, or seeking the endorphin hits from likes and shares, envelop your morning in magic. Choose a quiet, self-soothing activity to begin your day, such as tea on the back deck, journal writing, or a few moments of prayer or meditation. Let your eyes seek out an object ...
