https://youtu.be/iefegWoulvo When I hear the word “play,” I imagine myself wandering the path of a woodland trail and breaking out into a spontaneous run. I see myself writing lines of poetry and chanting “Om So Hum” in the morning as the sun rises. I feel myself casting spells, taking leaps into the unknown, trusting the … Continue reading The Sacred Art of Play (Hint: It’s Not Just for Children)
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What is Magick? Aleister Crowley, Dion Fortune, Christopher Penzcak, and Mind Witch Mama Weigh In
https://youtu.be/GlA8v5nikWw Either directly or indirectly, I’m pretty much talking about magick all the time. What can I say — it’s the paradigm through which I view the world. The big bang? Magick. Falling in love? Magick. The dissolution of all foundations paving the way for change? Magick in action, baby. There’s something comforting about seeing the world … Continue reading What is Magick? Aleister Crowley, Dion Fortune, Christopher Penzcak, and Mind Witch Mama Weigh In
“The Earthing Movie” + Gaia Consciousness
I’ve been walking the Earth in my bare feet. Every morning (or afternoon, as the day dictates), I strap on my crossbody bag, slip on my thong sandals, bound down my steps and make my way to the beloved cemetery/arboretum/community garden in my neighborhood. Years of daily running and walking have created a natural path … Continue reading “The Earthing Movie” + Gaia Consciousness
Poetry Spells for Witches and Mystics
Writing a poem is like taking a journey to the deepest, truest, most treasured parts of ourselves to unearth the power that resides there. When approached with sincerity, vulnerability, creativity, and intuition, a poem can become one the most powerful spells a witch ever casts! When we cast a spell, we create change, access the … Continue reading Poetry Spells for Witches and Mystics
Summer Romance + the Magickal Spirit of Play
My first real crush bloomed just before the summer solstice. I was eleven. My mother had taken my sister and I to swim in the pool of a family we were just becoming friends with, none of whom my sister and I had met. Mom wasn't sure who would be there, but her friend had … Continue reading Summer Romance + the Magickal Spirit of Play
3 Ways to Connect With the Goddess Venus
When the hyacinths throw their enchanting scent and the cherry blossoms explode from their buds and the sun grows warm upon our bodies and the days grow longer and longer still, the magickal month of April has arrived! This is one of my favorite months of all time, Beauties--I wait all winter for the dawning … Continue reading 3 Ways to Connect With the Goddess Venus
Want to Change Your Life? Answer these 3 Questions Every Morning
It may surprise you to know that I routinely use all of the goodies that I make for you! Seriously, though--I print out my creations, stick them in my grimoire, and go hog wild on a regular basis. This month, for instance, I performed the Radical Rebirth Ritual at the same time I was offering … Continue reading Want to Change Your Life? Answer these 3 Questions Every Morning
A Special Invitation to Serve Yourself
We are taught that it is selfish to want what we want. That it is inconsiderate to create self-sustaining boundaries. That our thoughts and opinions are only welcome if they conform to, rather than deviate from, the norm. That it is better to “go with the flow” than speak our truth. That we must nip … Continue reading A Special Invitation to Serve Yourself
The Things We Think, But Do Not Say
I want to tell you a story. In fact, I need to tell you a story. It's March of 2016. My daughter is nearly two. I've been reading tarot and practicing witchcraft for a little over a year now. My part-time position tutoring Chinese exchange students has fizzled out (no doubt a result of the … Continue reading The Things We Think, But Do Not Say
The Month Without Makeup
A few days ago, I casually committed to wearing no makeup for one month. It wasn’t really something I put too much thought into; it arose organically and felt like a good “new year” experiment. The night after I made this decision, I had two dreams about it. In the first, I was gathering with … Continue reading The Month Without Makeup