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3 Pagans and a Cat

2020-05-12T14:28:17-04:00

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Protection Magick: Why And How It Is Useful In Everyday Life

Last updated on: May 12, 2020 at 2:28 pm   By Gwyn

For protection magick, the gist is self-preservation and/or the safeguarding of others.  Looking after one's holistic wellbeing. To this end, protective magick may be proactive or reactive. Read more

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2020-05-06T11:15:59-04:00

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Following Nature’s Rhythm To Lavender Cookies

Last updated on: May 6, 2020 at 11:15 am   By Gwyn

There is a lot to learn from the trees, plants, and flowers which grow in the world around us when we take the time to tune into the lesson. Aligning ourselves within nature allows us to bring intention into what we do throughout the day as well.  Read more

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2020-05-04T17:24:19-04:00

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Finding Strength Through Giving Honor To The Sun

Last updated on: May 4, 2020 at 5:24 pm   By Gwyn

And then this morning it hit me. What if I give honor to the sun? Take the time to get dressed and go outside, meditate for five or ten minutes, focusing my attention on thankfulness for the light and warmth the sun provides. Read more

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2020-04-29T09:10:53-04:00

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Green Witchcraft: Wildcrafting Your Yard For Dandelion

Last updated on: April 29, 2020 at 9:10 am   By Gwyn

Wildcrafting is harvesting from plants in their natural or wild habitats to be used for food or medicinal purposes. These plants are not cultivated as you would find in a garden or on a farm but grow on their own in nature. Read more

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2020-04-23T07:43:17-04:00

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Walpurgisnacht: Fertility Rite. Witches Night. And All That Jazz.

Last updated on: April 23, 2020 at 7:43 am   By Gwyn

So, why would Walpurgisnacht (Nah --let's switch it to Hexennacht) be a day that as a Witch I may choose to honor? Because I am a Witch! Who cares if the idea originated from those who feared the power of witches? Read more

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2020-04-20T13:28:49-04:00

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Green Witch Plant Profile: Rosemary For Food, Health, And Magick

Last updated on: April 20, 2020 at 1:28 pm   By Gwyn

The beauty of Rosemary is that while it is woody in the way of most fir-like evergreens, its scent discourages pests and its leaves can be used for culinary, medicinal, and magickal purposes. Read more

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2020-04-13T09:51:36-04:00

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When The Cat Interrupts Meditation, You Learn To Go With The Flow

Last updated on: April 13, 2020 at 9:51 am   By Gwyn

There will be times when we must redirect our attention (especially if the cat is in imminent danger of harming oneself or pulling a plant off the shelf), stop and re-evaluate our actions or perspective. Other times, we may need to adapt our plan or activity based on what is going on in life or the environment.  Read more

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2020-04-08T09:54:19-04:00

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Even When You Don’t Feel It, You Are Witch Enough

Last updated on: April 8, 2020 at 9:54 am   By Gwyn

Allow yourself to have an expression of spirituality, practice, belief, or tradition which is unique to your true self. Don’t worry about how some other person works their witchcraft. Read more

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2020-04-06T09:30:20-04:00

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Storytelling Can Be Uplifting, Instructive, And Empowering

Last updated on: April 6, 2020 at 9:30 am   By Gwyn

Today, we have the benefit of written languages. However, the importance of storytelling should not be dismissed in favor of the written word. The oral tradition remains an important part of human development. Read more

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2020-05-18T11:13:57-04:00

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Finding Unity When Separated By Social Distancing

Last updated on: May 18, 2020 at 11:13 am   By Gwyn

As the world hunkers down, it is important to remember whatever we are feeling is valid. There is no "right way" to respond to our current situation. There is a unity to be found until we find ourselves on the other side of this thing.  Read more

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