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On this day in 1820, an eighty-ton sperm whale sank the Essex, a whaling ship from Nantucket, Massachusetts. This event was the inspiration for Herman Melville's famous fictional story Moby Dick. Nantucket is a beautiful, mystical, magical seaport. I once rode the ferry to Nantucket, and I'll never forget the experience. I clearly felt the energies of past lives upon me. Are you the captain of your ship, or are you the crew? Do you command your voyage, or are you fighting fictional monsters ...
To shed light on an issue that's causing confusion or a feeling of stuckness, write a description of the issue on a piece of paper, ideally one that, if held up to the light, you can see through partially. Regular printer paper is fine; just avoid anything heavy like card stock or construction paper. Be sure to write down any aspects of the situation that feel particularly confusing or obstructed. Tape the paper onto an eastern- or southern-facing window of your home that receives sunlight for ...
Today is Wednesday, a great day to work with the energies of Mercury. In this day and age, delivering messages happens at the click of a few buttons. When communicating with spirits, it can be a little trickier, so we will want to work with Mercury to make sure our messages are delivered with efficiency and clarity. You will need a piece of paper and a pen to write down a message to someone who has passed on. To deliver it, you will need a fireproof vessel to place the message in and a lighter ...
A lighthouse, a literal beacon in a storm, is a powerful symbol of hope and successful navigation toward a desired outcome or goal. Today, create or obtain a simple likeness of a lighthouse, such as a figurine or framed postcard. Place it on your altar and light a candle. On a small piece of paper, write out your intention. The intention can be general, such as, "I am fulfilled and joyful," or it can be more focused and specific, such as "I land the perfect job." Place the paper under the ...
