A few years ago, I posted online about how much I loved smoke cleansing and how others could get into the practice and was surprised to find out that the White Sage I’d been ignorantly using was a very controversial topic. In this article, I’ll explain what was explained to me so that you can avoid inadvertently contributing to the harm of the environment and Native cultures.
Too often, the ideas we hold about becoming Enlightened frighten us and prevent us from embodying this state of being. However, the myths about Enlightenment created by pop culture can debunk and it is important to realize that this experience is more accessible than what we might have thought.
This article touches on the spiritual and emotional healing effects that two main frequencies maintain and how they can align and balance with different chakras. Musicians and artists have used these healing techniques throughout centuries to promote higher vibrations and mental clarity towards their creative endeavors. This article acknowledges the skepticism of various tuning frequencies as well as how to properly exercise these through everyday and affordable methods during the time of social media self-care scams and influencers who don’t understand the history of the practices they’re promoting.
Read MoreWhenever I’m not sure of what to expect from the future, I turn to my tarot cards for some inspiration and guidance. For my last article of 2020, I’ve asked the cards about each sign’s experience of the old and the new year and found some incredibly interesting readings. From the Hanged Man to The Universe, the cards had a lot to say in terms of predictions and recollections. Find out what they had to say for your sign here!
The Wheel of the Year is an annual cycle of eight seasonal festivals celebrated by many neo-pagans. They include four solar holidays (Winter Solstice, Spring Equinox, Summer Solstice, Fall Equinox) and four seasonal holidays (celebrating or marking a significant seasonal change). Following this magic almanac can help you to manifest your best self, protect your energy during difficult times, reach your objectives, and realize your dreams.
Read MoreIn this article, the history of the utilization of crystals is explored. This article focuses on how crystals can benefit individuals, even if those individuals are skeptical. It provides insight into how one’s external world can affect their internal one.
With the rise of spirituality and mysticism in the West, young girls are reclaiming their divine feminine power and dismantling the paradigm of the patriarchy that has subjugated the anima and overly exalted the animus of the psyche. Originating from the radical feminist movement of the 1970s, this new wave of feminism has encapsulated a far-reaching variety of esoteric practices, ranging from divination and witchcraft to neopaganism to Goddess worship. Feminist spirituality is defiance on a simultaneously personal and societal level against the orthodoxy of dogmatic organized religion, relativizing the patriarchy by emancipating girls from the shackles of submission. This article will explore the history of spiritual feminism and the etymology of the term “witch” over the years.
Astrology and spirituality writers Francisco and Lili collaborate to talk about the developed and underdeveloped behaviors of each sign. The birth chart is a complex and intricate tool, and those complexities and intricacies need to be emphasized. Just as people are multifaceted, so is astrology. The “developed” and “underdeveloped” aspects of the signs discussed in this article are circumstantial judgments, and unique situations require different courses of action. Both developed and underdeveloped presence is necessary for balance: no one is completely “developed”. Read about the more developed aspects of your Cancer moon, the underdeveloped traits of your Taurus sun, or find out which celebrity you share a Sun, Moon, or Rising with!
Read MoreThe practice of reading palms can be dated back thousands of years, and is still used today. In this article, I outline the origins of Palmistry and the various aspects of palm reading. From the varying hands and mounts, palm reading can be quite complicated. However, if you are a beginner in the subject, here is a beginner’s guide to palmistry.
Read MoreIn this article, the concept of astrological compatibility is explored. The article discusses the common notion of astrological compatibility. It also debunks commonly held viewpoints on compatibility, such as the widely held belief that certain signs cannot function together. This article hopes to encourage readers to utilize astrology as a tool to flourish, rather than letting it set them backwards.
Read More‘Manifest’ is a term that has recently seen a huge boom due to its rise in popularity on social media, especially on TikTok— but the practice deserves recognition for its deep and resounding cultural history within Hindu practices.
Read MoreAstrologically based stereotypes are genuinely hurtful sometimes. So I gave my friends a vessel to debunk them- along with a way to tell the world the thoughts they wish we'd understand.
Read MoreFor years, the internet has been changing the way we look at different topics and in a time where going outside has the potential to be lethal, it seems that this is now more prominent than ever. The topic of astrology has been popular in my world since the days where Tumblr was the most widely used social media, but as more and more people join the apps TikTok and Instagram, it seems to be rising to the surface. This article includes an interview with @RealAstrology on Instagram, a leading social media figure in the world of astrology, as well as my own thoughts and opinions on how the internet affects the way we look at astrology, and how it’s changing the narrative of what astrology really is, as well as ways to deal with the spread of a false portrayal of astrology.
It does not take long after you’ve discovered astrology before you hear about this supposed “new, thirteenth” zodiac sign that’s been added to the wheel. This claim floats up every few months, causing a crisis concerning people's “actual” sign, and overall, it makes astrology look bad! Here’s the deal with the 13th sign, Ophiuchus.
Read MoreThis piece is about the basics of tarot reading and puts the practice into simpler terms for understanding. Tarot is a fun and helpful practice and everyone should have the freedom to express themselves through its use.
Read MoreHave you ever wondered what Astrology has to say about how, who, and what you love? Well, your Venus sign can help give you guidance on exactly that. Read more about your Venus sign, and who you’re compatible with here!
Read MoreIn this article, the concept of an astrological birth chart is explored. The article acknowledges the skepticism of astrology. With this acknowledgement, the article states that even skeptics can grow from reading their birth chart. The purpose of this article is to encourage introspection through astrology.
Read MoreHave you met your karmic partner? From magnificent friendships to deeply romantic relationships, we all find ourselves forming intense connections that only last a short period of time. And while these relationships may seem confusing, it is important to note why they exist in the first place - to learn something about yourself, or the world around you. Thus, karmic partners can help you further discover yourself, others, and come into better connection with the universe.
Read MoreCandle magic is an easy way to incorporate manifestation in your life. It is a powerful way to invoke all the five elements and convert thought into reality. Performing a candle ritual is simple. All you need is a candle and your intentions. It's also essential to keep in mind that different colors have different symbolisms, so once you have recognized your goal, pick a candle with a color associated with your spell's intention. After explaining each color's meaning and the astrologic sign corresponding, I explain how to perform the ritual.
Read MoreOkay, here me out: Both Astrology and Myers-Briggs are determined at birth, right? We have the same Natal Chart and MBTI type from the moment we're born, to the moment we retire. Neither change, so... what if they're connected? What if—and I know it sounds crazy—but what if the two systems feed off of each other? Determining our personalities through science AND spirituality? I think I'm onto something, so I did an in-depth analysis.