Angels – Archangels – Cherubs & more…

Angels

Angels are frequently depicted as youthful and beautiful beings, symbolising their elevated status. They are commonly adorned in white attire, representing their purity and spirituality.

Cherubs

Frequently mistaken for Cherubim, cherubs or putti (derived from old Italian putto, which means ‘child’) were representations in Classical art of plump, unclothed infant figures, typically male and commonly depicted with wings. Cherubs are often depicted welcoming people to heaven, and they are frequently seen carrying musical instruments.

  • Cupid – associated with love and romance.
  • Baroque Putto – frequently carved into designs of furniture and architectural features on buildings, they are often gilded in gold for added reverence.
  • Memento Mori – as a symbol of innocence, often juxtaposed with a sign of mortality, signifying the transitory and cyclical nature of life.
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Crystal Altar

Crystal Altar

If you enjoy crystal healing, why not set up a small crystal altar in your home to celebrate the winter season?

You can set up your crystal altar however it suits you. Many people like to decorate with candles, herbs, spiritual objects, healing bowls, and of course crystals. You might choose crystals that are in the same colour hue or those that lean towards a specific purpose – like love and harmony. Or you might want a setup that is conducive for meditation, charging energy, cleansing, spiritual connection, or healing. Some people even set them up in relation to the elements – Earth, Wind, Fire & Water. You could even take it one step further and include a ‘fifth’ element – whatever that means to you – ‘Ether’, ‘Psychic Intuition’, and so on.

Cleanse the Altar

If you have the space to place the altar in a low-traffic area of your home, that is ideal. However, regardless, it is still a good idea to cleanse the altar daily. You might choose to light a candle and let the fire/smoke cleanse the area. Alternatively, you could smudge the altar with sage or incense.

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Fire Gods: Signs & Symbols

Fire Gods

With a nod to Bonfire Night on the 5th of November, in this month’s edition of signs & symbols, we take a look at Fire Gods.

On Bonfire Night, standing around a fire is quite fun as we light sparklers, eat yummy food, keep warm, and wait for fireworks to light up the sky. However, in other circumstances, fire can be quite dangerous. Over the centuries, it has come to represent war, chaos, purification, and regeneration. It is also linked to the sun, the colour red, the hearth and home, and even divine love.

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Sober October

Sober October

You have likely heard of Dry January when people choose to cut out alcohol after a month of excess in December and throughout Christmas and New Year. But, increasing trends are towards cutting back before a period of excess rather than after – hence Sober October.

Increasingly, younger generations are consuming less alcohol; it is thought, that Gen-Z drink, on average 20% less than Millenials, and they drink less than the previous generation. This behaviour may be because of economics, but the driving factor is likely an increased awareness of health, and the impact lifestyle factors have on mental and physical wellbeing.

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Poltergeists

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Poltergeists

Today, I wanted to explore entities known as poltergeists. These are often linked with ghosts or mistakenly thought to be identical. Nonetheless, significant distinctions exist between these two supernatural beings.

Ghosts are actually spirits that were once living among us in this realm, (whether they be human or animal) and have passed away and transitioned into the spirit world. Hence, ghosts were always formerly living humans or animals who maintain a connection to our earth. They possess the memories of being alive in their previous physical bodies and frequently manifest themselves to us in that form.

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Runes – Part 2, Rune Interpretations

Runes

If you missed the introduction to Runes, and the first few interpretations of the runes alphabet – Fehu, Uruz, Thurisaz and Ansuz then click here first.

Raido

Raido – You need to move on with your life, perhaps you are feeling stuck, this may mean on an emotional or spiritual level, but you may also go on a physical journey.

Kaunaz

Kaunaz – To see the right way ahead, you must first shed light on your current life story. Better understanding will come from looking honestly.

Gebo

Gebo – Love. Generosity. Gifts. Working for a higher purpose.

Wunjo

Wunjo – A happy relationship and the joy that brings. But also, contentment in general – you are happy with your lot!

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Runes – Part 1

Runes

.||. It was some time later before they were used for the purpose of divination. At that point they were known as the Elder Futhark. Originally Runes were carved into small pieces of wood, but nowadays they can be found carved into many different materials. Traditionally they are kept in a fabric pouch. As well as casting to divine the future, folk select their favourite Rune/meaning and keep them close to act as talismans. They can also be used to enhance meditation. Or as a singular divination tool when you want a specific question answering.

Norse Legend

Norse legend just underlines further the allure and power behind Runes. The story goes that Odin who was the God of magic and the underworld, impaled himself with a spear and was hung by his feet from branches of Yggdrasil (Tree of the World). Over the course of 9 days and nights, he searched for enlightenment and was eventually rewarded with runes lying on the ground below.

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Auralite Crystal

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The Auralite crystal is named after the Northern Lights – Aurora Borealis. The stone is actually made up of twenty-three minerals. For many, it is considered an awakening gem best used on the mind and spirit. This unique type of Amethyst is found in the Cave of Wonders in Thunder Bay, Canada.

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Thoughts are just thoughts…

Thoughts

Have you ever taken the time to figure out how many thoughts you have in a day? I’m guessing the count would be quite high. On some days, especially when busy or focused on work or an activity, your thoughts may be less intrusive. However, during moments of solitude and quiet, these thoughts might become more intrusive and unwelcome.

It is undeniable that our minds are constantly active, and the thoughts we have throughout the day can be random, peculiar, or even bizarre – similar to how our dreams can be during night time.

Noisy Thoughts

Just because a thought crosses your mind does not make it a fact or deserving of extra attention. When feeling low, experiencing depression, or heightened anxiety levels, it becomes challenging to silence these noisy thoughts. We tend to give them more attention as they align with our current mood. Unfortunately, negative thoughts often trigger a cycle leading to more negativity and consequently worsening our mood.

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Valentines Zodiac Gift Guide

Romantic Zodiac

With Valentines coming so quickly after Christmas it can be difficult to think of what to buy a loved one, obviously the day should all be about spending time together and showing mutual appreciation, but sometimes it is nice to share a token of your love. So here are some thoughts for the different zodiac signs:

Aries

The key here is picking something that will show the person you have put time, energy and thought into the present. It could be something that is unique to their personality or something to do with a hobby or interest they have, usually the more adventurous the better!

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