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How to Make a Book of Shadows
Posted by Janet Blades on
The Book Of Shadows, or BOS, is used to store information you'll need in your magical tradition, whatever it may be. Many Pagans feel a BOS should be handwritten, but as technology progresses, some use their computer to store information as well. Don't let anyone tell you there's only one way to make your BOS, because you should use what works best for you. Bear in mind that a BOS is considered a sacred tool, which means it is an item of power that should be consecrated with all of your other magical tools. In many traditions, it is believed...
Rune Meanings And How To Use Rune Stones For Divination
Posted by Janet Blades on
Runes are used as a method of connecting to one’s higher self, inner guidance and tapping into intuition as a method of foretelling what the future may hold and offering advice (similar to Tarot Cards). Read on for our guide to what are the rune meanings and how to use them for yourself! RUNE SYMBOLS AND MEANINGS Being such an ancient language, and a practice shrouded in mystery, in times before people were literate, there are sometimes a wide variety of potential meanings attributed to the runes. In general, all the symbols and their meanings are as follows: FREYR’S AETT:...
Six Reasons Why You Should Burn Incense Sticks
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People are drawn to smells. Aromatherapy is big for mental health and clarity. Let's take a look at incense sticks' uses and benefits and what they can do for you. Meditation Many people use incense sticks during meditations. Incense is used by many religious groups which are believed to heighten awareness, improve the attention span, and more. The passing of time during meditation will be measured by the length in which the incense sticks were burned. Reduce Stress and Anxiety Incense stick uses and benefits also include helping one calm down. In our world today we are thrown so much...