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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...

On Monday , 21st June, the northern hemisphere will officially welcome the first day of summer, which is known as the summer solstice or Litha in nature-based faiths. Not only is this day one of the main sabbats in Paganism, it's also the longest day of the year, when the sun will reach its northernmost point in the sky. And no matter how you define your spirituality, extra sunshine is always worth celebrating. Traditionally, Litha festivals lasted all day, in a nod to the sun's extended stay, and people would gather at Stonehenge to see the sun shine through a...

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:...

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...

It seems that everyone has a growing Crystal collection. The Mineral Kingdom has so much to offer but there are SO many to choose from. How do you know which ones are right for you?  There are so many different ways to choose crystals. The good news is that there is no wrong way- just listen to your intuition and go with what feels right. If you want Mystiques Enchantments to help select for you, please contact us. Metaphysical Associations Another common way to search for stones is based on their metaphysical associations. Common associations people often look for include...