Wellness Resources
Candle Magic: How to get started
I love candle magic. Candle magic is a simple yet powerful form of spellwork that anyone can do. Growing up in a Jewish home we lit the shabbos candles each Friday night and again the havdalah candle was lit and put out on Saturday evening. It always was so clear to me that lighting those…
Read MoreCreating a Personal Altar
How to create a magical working space or altar. Building an altar can be a deeply personal and mystical experience. It is a way to connect with your ancestors, your deities, or simply the energy of the universe. It can be as simple or as elaborate as you like. Here are some tips on how…
Read MoreWork smart, not hard-advice for injury prevention on the job
“Work Smart, Not Hard!” Staying safe on the job is important to your quality of life. It is so easy to get caught up in work and forget to take care of ourselves. I wrote this as a little check list to help you out on your day at work. First lists look at activities…
Read MoreStep Into the Wondrous World of Tarot
Step into the wondrous world of tarot. Here magic and imagination guide the subconscious to deeper realms of the soul. Tarot is useful for helping us find our purpose and choose the right path to walk down. The history of the tarot is shrouded in mystery. Scholars, mystics, occultists and historians each tell a different…
Read MoreMaterica Magica (Herbal Magic)
The Magical world of our plantcestors: Properties and Ritual uses Angelica Latin name: Angelica archangelica Common names: Angelica, Holy Ghost root, wild celery, Norwegian angelica Family: Apiaceae/Carrot family Parts used: Root, seeds, and leaves Element: Sun Tarot card: Strength Magical properties: Guardian, healer, ward off evil especially in the home, associated with the archangel Michael.…
Read MoreInjury Prevention in Yoga Asana (For teachers and students)
INJURY PREVENTION IN YOGA ASANA Injury Prevention Injury can happen in yoga class and if it happens to beginners they are likely to never return to your class or yoga in general. It is our job, as teachers, to make beginners safe, supported and excited about the prospect of joining those already on the yogic…
Read MoreStress the Silent Killer
STRESS THE SILENT KILLER But have no fear massage, yoga, nature and meditation are just some techniques that can help to keep stress under control. As homo sapiens were evolving, we developed the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. The main purpose of the sympathetic nervous system is stress and danger response; once the danger/stressor has…
Read MoreHerbal Actions Vocabulary
PLANT-CESTORS If you are new to working with our plant-cestors and incorporating the use of herbs into your life, you may have discovered that the study of herbs seems to have its very own language. An important aspect of herbalism is being able to communicate the actions of the herbs. Below is a list of…
Read More18 Self Care Practices
Self-care is essential for maintaining physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It’s important to make time for yourself and practice self-care regularly. Here are 18 self-care practices that you can incorporate into your daily routine to help you feel refreshed, rejuvenated, and balanced. Take a relaxing bath with candles, epsom salt, and leave your phone in…
Read More18 Techniques to get to know your tarot cards
Getting to know your tarot cards can be a fun and enlightening experience. The tarot is a powerful tool for self-discovery, insight, and guidance, and the more you spend time and connect with your cards, the more effective and accurate your readings will be. Here are 18 techniques to help you get to know your…
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