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The new moon represents endings and beginnings, and an eclipse of the sun is the perfect time to remove undesirable influences from your life. Prior to this astronomical event, physically clean your home. Next, open windows and doors to release unwanted energies. Smoke-cleanse your home using dry juniper boughs, sage, or hazel wands, being careful to catch any sparks or ashes in a safe, fireproof container. Walk widdershins (counterclockwise) around the space while chanting: I remove, banish, ...
January 25 is celebrated by Scots people as the Robert Burns Supper, named for the man regarded as the national poet of Scotland. Friends gather to eat "neeps and taties" (turnips and potatoes) and toast Burns with glasses of whisky. This is a wonderful time to enhance creativity for yourself and your friends. Carry stones that represent inspiration, such as aventurine, carnelian, labradorite, or amethyst. Call upon the poetic muses as each attendee tells a story, sings a song, or writes a ...
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. ...
Citrine, one of the birthstones of November, is named for lemon, which is reflected in its color. This stone is reminiscent of the sun and symbolically represents its cleansing power, energizing effect, and ability to elevate the mood. Citrine is also deeply associated with the solar plexus chakra. For this meditation you need to put one small piece of citrine in an ice cube cell. Cover it with spring water. Allow enough time for it to completely freeze. Take the citrine out of the freezer and ...
