Enjoy the calm before the storm. The silence before the carnage. The sweet before the vengeful. Sekhmet, lioness goddess of Ancient Egypt, is the powerful precursor to the more docile, fun-loving Bastet. She’s known as the Lady of Terror, Mistress Dread, and Lady of Flame. Yes, ...
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I once had a friend who claimed the spiritual last name of BloodMoon. She explained to me that she once had a vivid vision about giving birth under a red moon; that there was blood on the moon. This was a spiritual initiation, of sorts, and stuck with her for her entire life. She felt it was ...
The sun reigns over the sky and pours down its life-giving rays upon the earth. Every year, we celebrate the sun on the Summer Solstice, whether intentionally or not. This year, why not honor the sun and the season of Summer mindfully and manifest something with ease? Read on to learn more ...
FIERY Fertile Beltane Blessings, Rituals, and Divination Methods
One thing is for sure, Winter is OVER. Thank the gods! Now we prepare for the sabbats that mark the beginning of the Summer season: May Day, also called Beltane. And in Germany, this same day is celebrated as Walpurgisnacht aka The Witches’ Night. Head on over to this blog post to learn ...
14 Summer Gods and Goddesses: Ra, Lugh, Sunna and More
As the Wheel of the Year turns, we feel the presence of the gods in each season. In past articles, we’ve met various deities associated with the Winter, Spring and Fall. In this exciting post, we finally get to meet the deities that come alive with the Summer sun and fruiting earth. ...
I don’t know about you, but when Ostara rolls around in my part of town, I feel ALIVE. I enjoy the Winter season, but I can’t deny how vibrant and joyful my entire body feels when the Spring Equinox comes. It’s a great time to get outside and re-connect with Mother Nature and ...
FUN, Festive Ostara Decorations and Altars for Spring Equinox
As Spring approaches, we feel our souls awakening. The cold in which our hearts hibernated during the Winter is melting away and making room for growth and new life. As pagans and witches, we celebrate the seasons. We celebrate the Spring Equinox, also called Ostara, with feasting, ritual, ...
Imbolc Blessings, Colors, Spells, and Divination Methods
For many of us, we are still in the thralls of Winter. The snow might be lingering and the icy cold weather seems to penetrate one’s bones. For others, we are starting to see small signs that Spring is around the corner. Whatever your weather where you live, one thing is for sure – ...
Imbolc Crystals and Herbs: 20 for Brigid’s Day Rituals
Maybe it’s still bitter cold where you live. Or maybe the snow is starting to melt. Either way, February 1st marks the beginning of the end of Winter. As well as the Celtic sabbat Imbolc, also called Brigid’s Day. Take this time to reflect, cast spells and make potent magick with ...
Samhain Spells, Blessings and POWERFUL Forms of Divination
Every year, when Samhain rolls around, my urge to create, craft, and communicate with the spirits becomes almost too much to bear. So what do I do? I give in to the urge, of course! I cast Samhain spells for purification and prosperity. Also offering Samhain blessings to my witchy family ...