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NASA has released new images of Jupiter, taken by the Juno Spacecraft.

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Pillars of Hellenismos

As there is not a large, agreed upon set of pillars in Hellenic Polytheism, I will be using ones I am going to start using, based off my own research. A common theme from each pillar is the avoidance of *hubris*, which is excessive pride and the belief that you are better or equal to the Gods. (This is quite possibly the only “sin” in all of Hellenic Polytheism, as a lot of the stories against mortals in Hellenic myths deal with mortals with *hubris*.)

Arete - living to your fullest potential

Arete, meaning “excellence” or “valor”, is the belief that one should live up to the fullest potential of yourself. When one lives up to their fullest potential, and not comparing yourself to others, it is aimed to bring happiness to the individual. It is also about putting things in your own hands, and not being a bystander, watching life go by. It is such a core part of Hellenic ethics that almost every philosophical and religious work about ethics contains it.

Ethike Arete - live an ethical life

Ethike Arete, meaning “moral virtue” or “character virtue”, is the belief that one should follow ethics and an ethical life, and the word from the Gods. This is usually in relation to follow the Delphic Maxims, 147 maxims given to oracles of Delphi, said to be given by Apollo himself.

Eusebia - piety and love to the Gods

Eusebia, meaning “pious”, is the belief that one should have respect towards the Gods and praise and honor them, via festivals, prayers, sacrifice, and devotion. It also relates to knowing *why* you should be doing the ritual and how it helps the Gods.

Hagneia - purity before the Gods

Hagneia, meaning “cleanliness”, is the belief that in the presence of the Gods, one should be clean. This is related to the concept of miasma, meaning “pollution” but not akin to sin, and removing it before praying to the Gods, as not doing is so is considered highly disrespectful.

Kharis - giving to the Gods and our relationship with Them

Kharis, meaning “grace”, is the belief that one should always give to the Gods but do not expect things in return, but if something is given in return, be thankful for it. In Hellenic Polytheism, when you ask a God for something, you *always* leave an offering. You give so that They can bless you with something in return, but do not expect them to. It can also mean the relationship between the Gods and us, with many saying it is like how much trust a God has with you. If you have good kharis with a God, They will be more inclined to fulfill your request, as they can trust you. But, if your kharis is low, They probably won’t trust you due to thinking you won’t do anything with it.

Nomos Arkhaios - being as close to the original religion as possible

Nomos Arkhaios, meaning “ancient ways”, is the belief that the religion should not change that much over the time. It is the belief that even when governments and society changes, the religion will always remain the same and gives a sense of structure and belief. This is probably the biggest difference between reconstructionism and revivalism. 

Sophia - pursuit of wisdom

Sophia, meaning “wisdom”, is the belief that in order to not offend the Gods, you should always be trying to learn and understand more. This is to help get rid of an ignorant mindset and better prepare yourself before the Gods.

Sophrosyne - having self-control

Sophrosyne, meaning “temperance”, is the belief that you should do things in moderation. It is also the belief that one must moderate yourself so you do not cross the other pillars and become inflicted with hubris.

Xenia - hospitality

Xenia, meaning “hospitality”, is the biggest pillar here. It is the belief that one should always help someone out and treat them as a friend in the house, even if they are a complete foreigner. Many myths have the Gods punishing mortals for the lack of xenia.

(I hope y’all enjoy this! I’ve been thinking about making a Guide to Hellenismos series?)

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Some of y'all will never understand that gods are literally transcendent divine beings that cannot be understood from a mortal perspective, and not like, literal people that you can shame or judge like they're a politician who will stand down after a scandal

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common DIY skincare ingredients that HURT your skin

Most of these ingredients do help your skin, but for some reason people take that to mean, “I should recommend people use this straight without thinking about dilution and other ingredients”. So here is a short list of some common ingredients that, while they may help, might also be causing you other problems if you’re using them improperly. Be smart, people!

Bicarb soda - SO BAD. ruins skins acidity so makes it vulnerable to bacteria, and strips skin of oils. DO NOT USE. 

Apple cider vinegar - if you’re going to use this, PLEASE GOD use it highly diluted. Chemical burns, people! I’ve seen people recommend using it straight and I almost fainted. 

Peppermint/anything with menthol - sensitising, can burn, not fun

Lemon & citrus in general - sensitising, irritating, causes photosensitivity and may cause hyperpigmentation

Yarrow extract -  sensitivity and photosensitivity

Cinnamon - sensitising, can cause irritation

Walnut shell - sharp edges, can cause microscopic tears and irritate skin, WOULD NOT RECOMMEND

Apricot kernel -  rough and irregular edges, can cause microscopic tears and irritate skin

Tea tree oil - sensitising, can burn, okay in small amounts (ie DILUTED)

Most essential oils - unless you dilute them appropriately 

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New tarot deck!! I am ABSOLUTELY in love! It’s beyond gorgeous!! 😍

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Walks with Aphrodite

I walked down the trail, rose bushes on each side of me. 

her words stung through me, almost like a bee,

“don’t worry my love, all is well, we are free.”

Her presence calmed my soul,

while i take this wonderful stroll,

on this beautiful day,

“Thank you, Aphrodite” is all is say.

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This is my first attempt at creating my own tarot spread :)

Fuel Your Fire Tarot Spread

For when you need to clear the smoke, and rekindle your flame, burning away the old and creating fire for what’s coming…

Shuffle your cards while questioning: “who or what are positive and negative influences?“

When it feels right - cut the deck, and deal the top 3 cards from the bottom half.  The ‘Shadow Card’ at the bottom of the deck is Card #4.

The Smoke: Obscurity - what clouds you; what needs release.

Wood & Embers: Positive Influences - what keeps you warm; what to nurture.

Gas & Fumes: Negative Influences - what burns you / destructive forces

The Flames: Your Light and/or Drive OR What needs to be controlled.

Depending on what you’ve been fueling your fire with, what the positions symbolize changes slightly, but I found this to be a really interesting interaction between the cards! If you end up using it, I’d love to know how your reading turns out!!

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sooo... my dad stole my car

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🌛• 𝑾𝒊𝒕𝒄𝒉𝒚 𝑭𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒘 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒏 •🌜

𝚁𝚎𝚋𝚕𝚘𝚐 / 𝙻𝚒𝚔𝚎 𝚒𝚏 𝚢𝚘𝚞 p𝚘𝚜𝚝 𝚊𝚋𝚘𝚞𝚝 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚏𝚘𝚕𝚕𝚘𝚠𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚝𝚘𝚙𝚒𝚌𝚜 :

• Witchcraft

• Paganism

• Spirituality

• Wicca

• Occult

• Nature

• Crystals

• Paranormal

• Spells

• Mythology

• Astronomy

• Spirit Work

• Astrology

• Deity Work

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suggestion: sing sunlight by hozier as a hymn

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I keep seeing my older devotional Apollo painting going around. Here’s one I made this year!

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I gave my heart to the sun to spare myself from heartbreak.

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Please reblog!!!

COVID is hitting Florida hard as hell right now and I am in need of food and more importantly hygiene products (tampons..) which cost an arm and a leg, i am opening PAID tarot. I accept Cashapp and Paypal. DM me with your requests and I will add you to the schedule! Have a blessed day everyone 💙

I pull 3 cards per question for all readings except the full in depth ones which are explained below. Each reading will probably get some extra cards pulled. I also do musical divination if anyone wants a song to be added with their reading to maybe add some more messages for you.

I specialize in readings involving relationships (all kinds. Not just romantic) and I also work with Apollo for anyone who's interested in hearing from him! I will take readings on other topics as long as they do not involved physical health or something a professional should help with.

My mini readings are below:

1-2 questions costs 3/5$.

3 questions is 10$

4-5 questions is 15-20$.

I also do full readings involving 13+ cards for one question or multiple questions that I read for in depth.

These cost 25$ dollars and tips are appreciated because of the length of time and energy it takes. It might be a Celtic Cross spread for simplicity or a different spread based on what suits your reading.

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Been saying the for a few years. It's not an opninon if it's hateful. It's just you being a bigot.

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Hail to thee Thanatos

Son of great Nyx and brother to Sleep

He who comes silently for mortals

Wrapping gentle arms around those at their fates end

Bring you favour to me so I may have the strength to accept change from the old

Bring your blessing so I may have the wisdom to welcome rebirth into the new

Like the the cycle of the seasons may that which no longer serves me wither and fall from my life

And may that which will aid in my path rise from the ground to greet me like the sun in spring

Hail to thee Thanatos

Hail to thee gentle death