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Everything is like “QUEER history” and “List of QUEER young adult books” or “Top 10 QUEER movies” and queer this and queer that and for the love of god please just say LGBT.

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Good news: if you’re currently laying around and not producing anything, you are a credit to your species.

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This list includes doctors in the United States, Australia, Canada, and Europe!

Even if you're not the target demographic, please share for any of your friends who may be.

And if you or someone you know would like to be added to the list, there's a place for that!

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Divination to find Artistic Talent™

Spell Ingredients: ~The Tablet Pen you lost a week ago

~Nearly Sipped Paint Water

~That Shirt you wore to a Color Run

~The Baby Powder Scented Crayon

~The lost cap from your Crayola fruity scented markers

~The Pencil Box from when you were in Elementary School

~A Piece of Chalk

Ritual Steps:

~On the night of the Next Full Moon, put all ingredients EXCEPT YOUR COLOR RUN TEESHIRT AND CHALK into Pencil Box.

~Throw Pencil Box at the wall  while Chanting the Following: “TWINKLE TWINKLE LITTLE STAR WHY IS ART SO FUCKING HARD”

~Open the box and dump contents onto the Color Run Teeshirt on the floor

~Read the jumbled mess as Runes

~Eat the Chalk as a snack if you get hungry

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Fairy Tale Spells by Bree NicGarran

Fairy tales have always been with us. Apart from teaching moral lessons and practical cautions, they remain a source of wonder and inspiration that persists even in a modern age dominated by technology.

There is magic in these tales as well - spells and charms that aid the worthy and conquer obstacles, heal the ailing and bring wealth to the poor, thwart the wicked and exact terrible revenge, or grant someone their hearts' desire and make their dearest wishes come true.

I have created over a hundred such spells, inspired by the tales recorded by the Brothers Grimm and the folklore collected by Andrew Lang. One volume was published back in 2017 and another is forthcoming. If you're curious (and maybe a little bit daring), here are some previews of the spells to be found in the pages of The Sisters Grimmoire.

After all, who couldn’t use a bit of Happily Ever After?

The Sisters Grimmoire, Vol. I

A Bellyful of Stones - A curse to punish the greedy.

Roughskin - To protect and disguise oneself from those who mean to harm you.

Table of Plenty - To obtain needed money or provisions.

The Red Flower - For removing enchantment.

The Sorrow Pot - To relieve your sorrows and bring justice for a grievance.

The Wall of Thorns - To protect one’s home and property.

The Sisters Grimmoire, Vol. II (forthcoming)

Make Sure You Lock Up - To set your household wards when you lock your front door.

The Ferryman's Curse - To curse another with the problems that plague your own life.

The Shining Web - To repel trouble from the home.

You can find more spells from The Sisters Grimmoire, Vol. I and potion and powder recipes from Pestlework by checking out the mid-month minisodes of Hex Positive, available on your favorite podcast platform.

All of my titles can be found on Amazon or ordered from the Willow Wings Witch Shop. (If you'd like to see them in your local witch shop, feel free to give the proprietor my contact information!)

If you're enjoying my content, please feel free to drop a little something in the tip jar! 😊

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Mama Bree's Magical Powders

Finally, all my powder recipes in one place! Go nuts, witchlings.

All-Purpose Cursing Powder

Banishing Powder

Clean House Powder

“Eye of Sauron” Revelation Powder

Heal Thy Heart Powder

Hexbreaker Powder

Jackpot Powder

Lucky Day Powder

“Outta My Way” Powder

Peacekeeper Powder

Persuasion Powder

STFU Powder

Traveler’s Luck Powder

Truthfinder Powder

For those of you who may not be able to find herbs locally, here are some online suppliers who consistently have affordable and high-quality products.

Ruth Roy’s Wellcat Herbs - A highly reputable seller with quality herbs, teas, incense, and botanicals. Also runs a booth every year at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire. (*HIGHLY RECOMMEND*)

Starwest Botanicals - Bulk herbs, spices, oils, and teas. Good amount of organic and Fair Trade products, as well as supplies for holistic medicine and tea-making.

Mountain Rose Herbs - Bulk herbs, spices, and sundries. Also carries organic products and essential oils, and has link to schools that offer courses in herbalism and herbology.

The Magickal Cat - Online shop with just about everything you could want for your craft, from herbs to books to cauldrons, and everything in between. Reliable shipping and excellent customer service.

Bulk Apothecary - Bulk herbs, spices, and oils, in addition to materials for the home production of soap, candles, wine, and beer.

For more online resources and information on herb magic and spells, check out my website here.

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yes happy thanksgiving blah blah blah today would be a great day to donate to our indigenous and first nations communities, buy from indigenous and first nations businesses, and check out the #next150 challenge

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Contrary to popular belief, that is not a cat but a single brain cell.

What do you keep in your witch hat?

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Supporting Native Organizations on Indigenous Peoples’ Day

It’s Indigenous Peoples’ Day (#f*ckColumbus) - what better way to commemorate the day and show solidarity than to support Native organizations and social media accounts. I’ve put together the following list to help get you started:

Native Roots Farm Foundation (https://www.nativerootsde.org/): A non-profit organization dedicated to “celebrating Native American cultures, protecting open space, cultivating a public garden, and practicing sustainable” founded by fellow alum Courtney Streett ‘09

SLC Air Protectors (@SLCAir): Native-led 501c3 that addresses the air pollution in Utah, while supporting Indigenous stewardship; Venmo: SLC-AirProtectors

Indigenous Peoples Day NYC (https://ipdnyc.org/):  A 24 hour celebration of dance, culture, and ceremony on Lanapehoking/Randall’s Island, NYC

Lakota People’s Law Project (IG: @lakotalaw)

Honor the Earth (https://www.honorearth.org/)

Indigenous Food Lab (IG: @indigenousfoodlab): An org focused on creating access to Indigenous education & foods

Tewa Women United (https://tewawomenunited.org/): Located in the Tewa homelands, the org works to grow community and end violence against women, girls, and the earth

Indigenous Women Rising (https://www.iwrising.org/): An org focused on sexual health and reproductive justice accessibility for Native families

Native American Rights Fund (https://www.narf.org/): “Since 1970, the Native American Rights Fund (NARF) has provided legal assistance to Indian tribes, organizations, and individuals nationwide who might otherwise have gone without adequate representation.”

Indian Law Resource Center (https://indianlaw.org/)

Land Rights Now (https://www.landrightsnow.org/): An org that mobilizes and engages active citizens, media, communities and organizations worldwide to promote and secure the land rights of Indigenous Peoples and local communities.

American Indian College Fund (https://collegefund.org/)

Indigenous Environmental Network (https://www.ienearth.org/)

Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women (IG: @csvanw; https://www.csvanw.org/)

Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women USA (https://mmiwusa.org/)

Partnership with Native Americans (http://www.nativepartnership.org/site/PageServer?pagename=pwna_home): A 501 ©(3) nonprofit organization “committed to championing hope for a brighter future for Native Americans living on remote, isolated and impoverished reservations.”

Native American Heritage Association (https://www.naha-inc.org/):  NAHA is a charitable non-profit organization dedicated to “helping Native American families in need living on Reservations in South Dakota and Wyoming”

Inuit Tapirit Kanatami (https://www.itk.ca/help-inuit-communities-thrive/):  Works to improve the health and wellbeing of Inuit in Canada “through research, advocacy, public outreach and education.”

Native Wellness Institute (https://www.nativewellness.com/)

Warrior Women Project (https://www.warriorwomen.org/)

The Redhawk Native American Art Council (https://www.redhawkcouncil.org/): A not for profit organization “founded and maintained by Native American artists and educators serving the tristate [New York] area.”

Indigenous People’s Power Project (https://www.ip3action.org/who-we-are/): A nonviolent direct action training and support network “advancing Indigenous communities’ ability to exercise their inherent rights to environmental justice, cultural livelihood, and self-determination”

Alaska Rising Tide (IG: @alaskarisingtide)

Native Womens Wilderness (IG: @nativewomenswilderness; https://www.nativewomenswilderness.org/):  A nonprofit organization with the purpose of “inspiring and raising the voices of Native Women in the Outdoor Realm.”  

Sacramento Native American Health Center (https://www.snahc.org/)

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Indigenous Australian Magick

PART II

Wiringara [listen] my friends. I have more knowledge to bestow today.

I begin today by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which I stand today, and pay my respects to their Elders past and present. I extend that respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples here today.

Baladhu Yuin malungan dyiramadilinya. Ngadhu yindyamali ngurambang baladhu walumaldhaany. I am a proud Yuin woman, standing on Dharawal land, and I speak the language of the Wiradjuri people. I respect and am protector of country.

I am an Indigenous Australian witch. I use the knowledge of my people in my witchcraft and aim to share this knowledge as a way to preserve my dwindling culture.

I'm here today to tell you of the seasons of the Dharawal land on which I stand.

Just like in any form of witchcraft, the seasons play a major role in your craft, and if you live on Dharawal land, you may act accordingly to these seasons.

Remember - The months listed are only used as a guide. These seasons are only represented by the events within them, not the months.

Time of Burran Gadalung Marool - hot and dry

This season takes place from January to March. During this season, male kangaroos become very aggressive, which is a sign that the eating of meat during these months is forbidden. The Weetjellan [hickory wattle] bloom in this season and are a sign to not light any fires unless they are on sand or far from bushlands. You should not camp near rivers or creeks during this season, as there are violent storms and heavy rains.

This is a season of caution. Make sure to think twice before doing anything risky.

Time of Marrai'gang Bana'murrai'yung - wet becoming cooler

This season takes place from April through to June. At the beginning of this season, the lilly pillys begin to ripen on the trees. When they begin to fall, it symbolises a time to begin mending the old warm cloaks from the last cold season, or begin making new ones, and begin the trek to the coastal lands. At this time, the Marrai'gang [quoll] can be heard crying through the woodlands in search of a mate.

This is a season of mending things broken or damaged. Great upheavals in life are best done during this time.

Time of Burrugin Tugarah Tuli - cold, frosty, and short days

This season is during June and late July. The male Burrugin [echidnas] line up in ten to follow the females to mate her. It is the time when the Burringoa [eucalyptus red/blue (iron)gum] starts to produce flowers, indicating that it is time to collect the nectar of certain plants for the ceremonies which will begin to take place during the next season. During this time you should not eat shellfish again until the Boo'kerrikin [early green wattle] blooms again.

This is a season of planning for spiritual processes. Prepare accordingly.

Time of Wiritjiribin Tugarah Gunya'marri - cold and windy

This season is during the month of August only. In this season, the lyrebirds call out through the bushland as he builds his dancing mounds. It is the time of the flowering of the Marrai'uo [gossamer wattle] which is a sign that the fish are running in the rivers. At the end of this time the Boo'kerrikin [early green wattle] flower, which indicates the end of the cold, windy weather, and the beginning of the gentle spring rains.

This is the season of revitalisation. Heal and prepare anew for the upcoming seasons.

Time of Ngoonungi Murrai'yunggory - cool, getting warmer

This season takes place during September and October. The time of the gathering of the flying foxes. A magical time of the year when the flying foxes gather in the darkening skies over lands. They come in from the north-east, the north, the north-west and the west, and swirl over the area in a wonderful, sky-dancing display just after sunset. But it is also a very important ceremonial time, which begins with the appearance of the splashes of the bright red Miwa Gawaian [waratah] in the bushland.

This is the time of the greatest magickal elements. Act accordingly.

Time of Parra'dowee Goray'murrai - warm and wet

This season takes place in the months of November and December. This season begins with the Great Eel Spirit calling his children to him, and the eels which are ready to mate make their way down the rivers and creeks to the ocean. It is the time of the blooming of the Kai'arrewan [coast myall wattle] which announces the occurrence of fish in the bays and estuaries.

This is the time to relax as the cycle ends and begins again.

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Indigenous Australian Magick

PART II

Wiringara [listen] my friends. I have more knowledge to bestow today.

I begin today by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which I stand today, and pay my respects to their Elders past and present. I extend that respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples here today.

Baladhu Yuin malungan dyiramadilinya. Ngadhu yindyamali ngurambang baladhu walumaldhaany. I am a proud Yuin woman, standing on Dharawal land, and I speak the language of the Wiradjuri people. I respect and am protector of country.

I am an Indigenous Australian witch. I use the knowledge of my people in my witchcraft and aim to share this knowledge as a way to preserve my dwindling culture.

I'm here today to tell you of the seasons of the Dharawal land on which I stand.

Just like in any form of witchcraft, the seasons play a major role in your craft, and if you live on Dharawal land, you may act accordingly to these seasons.

Remember - The months listed are only used as a guide. These seasons are only represented by the events within them, not the months.

Time of Burran Gadalung Marool - hot and dry

This season takes place from January to March. During this season, male kangaroos become very aggressive, which is a sign that the eating of meat during these months is forbidden. The Weetjellan [hickory wattle] bloom in this season and are a sign to not light any fires unless they are on sand or far from bushlands. You should not camp near rivers or creeks during this season, as there are violent storms and heavy rains.

This is a season of caution. Make sure to think twice before doing anything risky.

Time of Marrai'gang Bana'murrai'yung - wet becoming cooler

This season takes place from April through to June. At the beginning of this season, the lilly pillys begin to ripen on the trees. When they begin to fall, it symbolises a time to begin mending the old warm cloaks from the last cold season, or begin making new ones, and begin the trek to the coastal lands. At this time, the Marrai'gang [quoll] can be heard crying through the woodlands in search of a mate.

This is a season of mending things broken or damaged. Great upheavals in life are best done during this time.

Time of Burrugin Tugarah Tuli - cold, frosty, and short days

This season is during June and late July. The male Burrugin [echidnas] line up in ten to follow the females to mate her. It is the time when the Burringoa [eucalyptus red/blue (iron)gum] starts to produce flowers, indicating that it is time to collect the nectar of certain plants for the ceremonies which will begin to take place during the next season. During this time you should not eat shellfish again until the Boo'kerrikin [early green wattle] blooms again.

This is a season of planning for spiritual processes. Prepare accordingly.

Time of Wiritjiribin Tugarah Gunya'marri - cold and windy

This season is during the month of August only. In this season, the lyrebirds call out through the bushland as he builds his dancing mounds. It is the time of the flowering of the Marrai'uo [gossamer wattle] which is a sign that the fish are running in the rivers. At the end of this time the Boo'kerrikin [early green wattle] flower, which indicates the end of the cold, windy weather, and the beginning of the gentle spring rains.

This is the season of revitalisation. Heal and prepare anew for the upcoming seasons.

Time of Ngoonungi Murrai'yunggory - cool, getting warmer

This season takes place during September and October. The time of the gathering of the flying foxes. A magical time of the year when the flying foxes gather in the darkening skies over lands. They come in from the north-east, the north, the north-west and the west, and swirl over the area in a wonderful, sky-dancing display just after sunset. But it is also a very important ceremonial time, which begins with the appearance of the splashes of the bright red Miwa Gawaian [waratah] in the bushland.

This is the time of the greatest magickal elements. Act accordingly.

Time of Parra'dowee Goray'murrai - warm and wet

This season takes place in the months of November and December. This season begins with the Great Eel Spirit calling his children to him, and the eels which are ready to mate make their way down the rivers and creeks to the ocean. It is the time of the blooming of the Kai'arrewan [coast myall wattle] which announces the occurrence of fish in the bays and estuaries.

This is the time to relax as the cycle ends and begins again.

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I spent an hour on this, squinting my blind ass off because I’m blind as shit, and it still ends up like trash. Whatever.

Just my fucking devotion to this mess of a boy right here. I fucking love him, like holy shit! I hope ya’ll love him too!

Please don’t re-upload or steal. Reblogs are okay. You may use as banner but don’t remove watermark.

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Indigenous Australian Magick

PART II

Wiringara [listen] my friends. I have more knowledge to bestow today.

I begin today by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which I stand today, and pay my respects to their Elders past and present. I extend that respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples here today.

Baladhu Yuin malungan dyiramadilinya. Ngadhu yindyamali ngurambang baladhu walumaldhaany. I am a proud Yuin woman, standing on Dharawal land, and I speak the language of the Wiradjuri people. I respect and am protector of country.

I am an Indigenous Australian witch. I use the knowledge of my people in my witchcraft and aim to share this knowledge as a way to preserve my dwindling culture.

I'm here today to tell you of the seasons of the Dharawal land on which I stand.

Just like in any form of witchcraft, the seasons play a major role in your craft, and if you live on Dharawal land, you may act accordingly to these seasons.

Remember - The months listed are only used as a guide. These seasons are only represented by the events within them, not the months.

Time of Burran Gadalung Marool - hot and dry

This season takes place from January to March. During this season, male kangaroos become very aggressive, which is a sign that the eating of meat during these months is forbidden. The Weetjellan [hickory wattle] bloom in this season and are a sign to not light any fires unless they are on sand or far from bushlands. You should not camp near rivers or creeks during this season, as there are violent storms and heavy rains.

This is a season of caution. Make sure to think twice before doing anything risky.

Time of Marrai'gang Bana'murrai'yung - wet becoming cooler

This season takes place from April through to June. At the beginning of this season, the lilly pillys begin to ripen on the trees. When they begin to fall, it symbolises a time to begin mending the old warm cloaks from the last cold season, or begin making new ones, and begin the trek to the coastal lands. At this time, the Marrai'gang [quoll] can be heard crying through the woodlands in search of a mate.

This is a season of mending things broken or damaged. Great upheavals in life are best done during this time.

Time of Burrugin Tugarah Tuli - cold, frosty, and short days

This season is during June and late July. The male Burrugin [echidnas] line up in ten to follow the females to mate her. It is the time when the Burringoa [eucalyptus red/blue (iron)gum] starts to produce flowers, indicating that it is time to collect the nectar of certain plants for the ceremonies which will begin to take place during the next season. During this time you should not eat shellfish again until the Boo'kerrikin [early green wattle] blooms again.

This is a season of planning for spiritual processes. Prepare accordingly.

Time of Wiritjiribin Tugarah Gunya'marri - cold and windy

This season is during the month of August only. In this season, the lyrebirds call out through the bushland as he builds his dancing mounds. It is the time of the flowering of the Marrai'uo [gossamer wattle] which is a sign that the fish are running in the rivers. At the end of this time the Boo'kerrikin [early green wattle] flower, which indicates the end of the cold, windy weather, and the beginning of the gentle spring rains.

This is the season of revitalisation. Heal and prepare anew for the upcoming seasons.

Time of Ngoonungi Murrai'yunggory - cool, getting warmer

This season takes place during September and October. The time of the gathering of the flying foxes. A magical time of the year when the flying foxes gather in the darkening skies over lands. They come in from the north-east, the north, the north-west and the west, and swirl over the area in a wonderful, sky-dancing display just after sunset. But it is also a very important ceremonial time, which begins with the appearance of the splashes of the bright red Miwa Gawaian [waratah] in the bushland.

This is the time of the greatest magickal elements. Act accordingly.

Time of Parra'dowee Goray'murrai - warm and wet

This season takes place in the months of November and December. This season begins with the Great Eel Spirit calling his children to him, and the eels which are ready to mate make their way down the rivers and creeks to the ocean. It is the time of the blooming of the Kai'arrewan [coast myall wattle] which announces the occurrence of fish in the bays and estuaries.

This is the time to relax as the cycle ends and begins again.

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Indigenous Australian Magick

PART I

I haven’t seen any Indigenous Australian spells on tumblr so I thought I’d share my knowledge.

Before anyone whines, I am Indigenous Australian of the Yuin people. I am also a witch. This does not mean that what I spread here is 100% facts as most of my families knowledge has been lost due to a chunk of us being from the stolen generation.

Now, a spell that I learned a long time ago.

Footstep Curse

WARNING: If you’re looking for a short spell to just slightly get back at the person who has wronged you, this is not the spell for you. Footstep magick lasts for generations. Please keep this in mind.

This is a relatively simple spell, so it’s good for any witch.

You’ll need:

a clear footprint of the person you want to curse

a sharp bit of rock, must be from the same area

a sunny day with no clouds

To perform this curse you must:

Bring the person to an area with dirt, sand, or another area which would leave a footprint.

Once they have left, stand at the top of the print (near the toes). Your shadow must cover the print.

Sink the rock into the center of the print until none of the the rock is visible.

Immediately leave the area and do not return for a full week.

After this your curse should have set in place. This curse damages the persons sense of stability and grounding, making them uneasy and easily troubled.

I hope this was easy to decipher for everyone.

Happy witching and have a blessed day 💕☀🍃

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🌕✨🌙Moon Magic of 2022🌙✨🌕

Happy new year, dearhearts! I know I'm posting this *the day of* the first New Moon but I hope you still find uses in the post! I only cover the New + Full Moon phases because that's all I track(^^;;) and you can find references at the bottom! Enjoy ~

────── ･ ｡ﾟ☆: *.☽ .* :☆ﾟ. ─────── ･ ｡ﾟ☆: *.☽ .* :☆ﾟ. ──────

January 2nd / New Moon in Capricorn

Good for: community oriented magic, new beginnings, creative endeavors, introspection, spiritual growth + connection w/in yourself and with the nature around you

January 17th / Full Wolf Moon in Cancer

Good for: opening your heart to empathy + growth, heal old wounds; intuitive magic + readings, ancestral magic + knowledge

February 1st / New Moon in Aquarius

Good for: emotional healing + understanding, spiritual/work/life balance, (working on)communication, banishment of toxic habits, metamorphosis

February 16th / Full Snow Moon in Leo

Good for: expressing oneself in a creative way, action + abundance oriented magic, organize thoughts + actions

March 2nd / New Moon in Pisces

Good for: working on conclusions + ending endeavors, long-term success magic, visualization + meditation, inspiration + confidence in romance

March 18th / Full Worm Moon in Libra

Good for: use this moon as an emotional guide, beauty(yourself or around you), self-awareness, justice + progress oriented rituals

April 1st / New Moon in Aries

Good for: action + sex oriented magic, clarity, focus on goals + creations, added potency to intentions, nourishing yourself(whatever that means to you)

April 16th / Full Pink Moon in Libra

Good for: balance and harmony, cleansing + renewing energy, understanding yourself in relation to your communities, moving forward + progress

April 30th / New Moon in Taurus

Good for: abundance + creation, connecting with divine energies, releasing the past + choosing your future

May 16th / Full Flower Moon in Sagittarius

Good for: business + prosperity oriented growth, intense energy + directing it, exploring new interests, adaptive magic

May 30th / New Moon in Gemini

Good for: rebirth + new beginnings, re-evaluate + improve communication, enhanced intuition + imagination, commit to personal goals

June 14th / Full Strawberry Moon in Sagittarius

Good for: partnership + love oriented magic, growing confidence + faith in your dreams and goals, welcoming positive blessings

June 28th / New Moon in Cancer

Good for: self-care + rejuvenation magic(would personally do hearth-work as well), nurturing energy, action towards positive change

July 13th / Full Buck Moon in Capricorn

Good for: grounding + sturdiness, growth in goals and ambitions, courage in speaking your truth, revitalizing energy

July 28th / New Moon in Leo

Good for: connection + love magic, getting in touch with + embracing in your inner-child, releasing old resentments/grudges

August 11th / Full Grain Moon in Aquarius

Good for: securing your success + victories, work with life goals + prosperity oriented magic, working with others + reaching out

August 27th / New Moon in Virgo

Good for: foundation/ground work, community + village magic, work on routine and goals(short + long term)

September 10th / Full Harvest Moon in Pisces

Good for: transformative + motivating energy, spirit work, expressing yourself(even if you're not sure what you're expressing), let go of pent up emotions

September 25th / New Moon in Virgo

Good for: working on communication + connection with others, logical + respectful ideas and projects, transmutation + revitalizing work

October 9th / Full Hunter Moon in Aries

Good for: passion + assertive, deity work, sharing creative ideas, dream + divination work, purifying

October 25th / New Moon in Scorpio

Good for: create change + transition energy, shadow work, working through trauma + insecurities, practicing self-love

November 8th / Full Beaver Moon in Taurus

Good for: future focused energy change in perspective + habits, protective + shielding magic, tap into unconscious mind + spirituality

November 23rd / New Moon in Scorpio

Good for: trusting your intuition, inspired action + changes, structure + foundation work within yourself

December 7th / Full Cold Moon in Gemini

Good for: guidance towards your dreams + goals, divination work, being open with yourself + others, moving forwards towards stability + grounded energy, try using affirmations

December 23rd / New Moon in Capricorn

Good for: managing your emotions + plans, evolving energy, motivation for new beginnings + projections, banishment + shadow work

References: The Old Farmer's Almanac 2022 Trade Edition; The Complete Astrological Handbook for the 21st Century by Anistatia R. Miller; and personal correspondences!

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❄️🍲Soothing Winter Stew❄️🍲

This is a classic dish, some of you may better know as Labskovs but there's heaps of variations of it! It's a winter favorite for me and always cook tons of it; it's better shared and honestly is one of those recipes that's always better the next day! 🤎 It can be easily adjusted to whatever leftovers you have around(meat, veggies, portions, etc.). For my own practice, I often take the act of making it and make that an offering to Hel and when the stew is done it's an offer to Loki's family, landvættir, and make it a community meal. Do what you please with it and I do hope you enjoy my take on the recipe, please share any photos if you make it!

You'll Need:

5lbs of potatoes - russet is preferred, anything that's flowery

2lbs of chuck steak

4 1/2 cups of water

1 large onion or 1 1/2 medium sized ones

1lbs of baby bellas sliced(I often change this out with whatever we have leftover, sometimes carrots, leeks, or cabbage)

6 bay leaves

5 thyme sprigs or 3/4 tsp of dried thyme

whole garlic clove

4tbsp of butter

2tbsp of pepper

1tbsp of coarse salt

a dutch oven or large sauce pan

To garnish:

6tbsp of chopped chives

Sauerkraut or pickled beets

loaf of bread on the side - we tend to favor potato or rye

To cook:

Heat 2tbsp of the butter in your pan at medium heat. While the pan is warming cut the steak into one inch cubes.

Add the steak to the butter and and brown slightly. Then immediately add the water and gradually bring the water to a boil. [Skim all the froth off the service].

Add the onions, mushrooms, whatever vegetables you chose, bay, thyme, cloves, pepper + salt into the pot. Let it simmer for an hour.[Do not let it boil!]

While the stew is simmering, cut(and peel if you want) your potatoes into 1inch cubes. Add them to the pot and let it simmer for another hour or until the meat falls apart easily and is tender.

Drain off the excess water and add the remaining butter to the pot. Stir clockwise until mixed and mashed, but keep the potatoes a little lumpy.

Serve with your garnishes and enjoy! Let it cool before storing in the fridge.

Correspondences:

baby bellas - longevity, intuition, safety, good health + healing(this is a correspondence i use based on the actual healing effect of mushrooms)

bay leaf - purification, clairvoyance + divination, prosperity + strength(the last two I tend to use w/the intention of the whole household or families I'm sharing with)

cabbage(sauerkraut) - ancestral magic + old wisdom(cabbage is supposedly one the oldest vegetables known to man), protection, moon oriented magic

garlic - courage + strength, healing, spell breaking + shielding

pepper - banishing negativity + cleansing(I like to use intent for the hearth because the whole home is smelling like stew in the end), protection

salt - security + protection, healing, purifying

thyme - good fortune + health, courage, happiness, healing

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☀️Sun Salts☀️

These salts are super easy to make and are good for any sun magic, an offering to solar deities, solar bath salts, cleansing, energy, positivity, healing, creativity, protection, and more 🌞

What you need-

🔆A mortar and pestle

🌼Sea salt

🍊Dried orange peel (and/or orange essential oil)

🌻Chamomile, marigold, sunflower, or any yellow petaled flower (dried)

🌾A dash of cinnamon powder

Instructions:

🔆Gather your ingredients

🔆Combine them one by one in a mortar and pestle until the salt changes color (yellow or orange) or until its powderized

🔆Let it charge in the sunlight (sunrise-sunset) with your favorite sun crystal

🔆store in an airtight bottle and enjoy!