Holly has long been associated with death and rebirth in both Pagan and Christian lore and plays an important part of the Winter Solstice. In one Arthurian tale Gawain (representing the Oak King battles with the Green Knight who is armed with a holly club that is the symbol of winter. Both the Holly and the Oak are important during the Summer Solstice. During this time the Sacred White Horse of Oak transforms into the Unicorn of Holly. In ancient Rome holly was thought to ward against lightning strikes and keep witches away. It was also a popular gift to give friends during the Saturnalia, which was celebrated during the Winter Solstice.
PLANT INFORMATION
Holly is an evergreen shrubby tree, easily recognized by it’s shiny dark green toothed leaves and blood red berries. This plant is considered POISONOUS and should not be ingested!! Holly was used for the crafting of wheel shafts for chariots and spear shafts as well. The wood of the holly is white and particularly fine grained and closely resembles ivory. The berries can be used to make dye
Holly Leaves by Alison Taylor/ freeimages.com
HOLLY IN MAGICK
Holly can be used for spells rest, sleep and to ease the passage of death. Holly should also be used when attracting a familiar. It is said that a man who carries a bag of holly leaves and berries will attract women. It is also said that the ancient Druids advised people to take holly boughs into their homes during the cold season as shelter for the fairies and other little people.
HOLLY PEOPLE
Those born during this month are strongly connected to the earth and can have amazing physical strength. Their matter of fact solidness and generous spirit is admired and respected by others. Holly people also tend to be very religious or spiritual in an advanced way, and they are usually the last to see it. They are honest, hardworking, truthful and pretty tolerant of most situations. They are the person you want on your side during a fight, if the cause is just one. They see both sides of an argument and will only take sides if they have to.
As a magickal name Holly is very festive and would be good for a sexy and attractive person. Someone who chooses this name knows they have a temper and can become “prickly” when crossed.
Holly by cop richard/ freeimages.com
HOLLY CORRESPONDENCES
Folk Names for Holly: Tinne (evergreen) Element: Earth Deities: Dana, Nuada, Gaia, Ceres, Persephone, Thor, Indra
Ogham symbol: Tinne Associated Tree: Holly Colors: Dark Gray Animals: War Horse Key Word: Balance
Written by CatSister/LBolotin 2010 from the following resources: The New Book of Magickal names by Phoenix McFarland Flower and Tree Magic by Richard Webster treetotem.com
Good Morning Beautiful Souls and welcome to a new year! Grab a cup of your favorite morning brew and start things off with “Today’s Inspirations”. I hope you find something here that will make you feel good or help you on your path today.
Blessings, Cat
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July Events
July is the seventh month of the year in the Julian calendar. The month of July was previously called Quintilis in Latin as it was the fifth month in the ancient Roman calendar. The name of the month was changed to July in honor of Julius Caesar during the Julian calendar reform. timeanddate.com
July 4 Independence Day
July 8 Celtic Tree Month of Holly begins
July 9 New Moon at 6:16 pm PST/ 7:16 pm MST/ 9:16 pm EST
July 23 Full Blessing Moon at 7:36 pm PST/ 8:36 pm MST/ 10:36 pm EST
Spirit Library: Inner Turbulence (a message from Kate Spreckley)
We are moving through some heavy energy which has us feeling restless, uncertain, unsure, and exhausted. The tension created by this energy is shaking the ground beneath us and pushing to the surface a collective darkness that needs to be cleared and released. Change is being demanded however we are advised not to be impulsive or rash at this time.
Spiritual Unite:HEALING WITH CROWN CHAKRA STONES All healing crystals have their energy that augments the chakra healing. Crown chakra is located at the top of the head, and the stones which help to heal this chakra are called crown chakra stones. Every stone has its own power with special vibrational energy.
MBG: Researchers Get A Step Closer To Pinpointing Where Spirituality Lives In The Brain
Until now, research on the neuroscience of spirituality has been limited and somewhat inconclusive. Where in the brain does one’s sense of spirituality originate? And what are its implications on how we think and function?
Spirituality & Health: Bathing With Quartz Crystals
BY ELIZABETH GARZARELLI Looking to lift your spirits and bring joy to your soul? Bathwater is an excellent conductor for the energy magnified by a variety of quartz crystals.
The Man Who Dreamed of Being God (Bellerophon and Pegasus) – Greek Mythology in Comics
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Elephant Journal: Cancer New Moon: 10 Things to Know & Create Ritual Around. {July 9, 2021}
Another New Moon is upon us. This is an opportunity to set new intentions, allow for new ideas to come in, and get silent and listen to our inner voice, our intuition.
EarthSky News: Summer Triangle Star: Deneb Is Distant And Luminous
Deneb or Alpha Cygni is the northernmost star in the famous Summer Triangle, a prominent asterism visible in the east on July and August evenings. The Summer Triangle is made of three bright stars in three separate constellations.
Patheos-Pagan: What If?: Alternative Histories of Witchcraft & Paganism JASON MANKEY
The alternative history genre is alive and well as I write this,with several television shows, comic books, and movies diving into such waters over the last ten years.
Pagan Playlist: Blackmore’s Night – “Four Winds” (Official Music Video)
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Inner Journey: FINDING CONTENTMENT
“When the sun rises, I go to work. When the sun goes down, I take my rest. I dig the well from which I drink. I farm the soil which yields my food. I share creation. Kings can do no more.” — Chinese proverb
Do you sense the peace and contentment that can come from an appreciation of one’s place in the cosmos?
How do we get there with the complexities and pressures of our current lifestyles? Perhaps it’s a matter of becoming aware of what we truly have as opposed to what our egos believe we need. If we look closely, we may find that our ego ‘needs’ are just desires.
When you find yourself longing for something, stop and ask, “What is missing from my life? Is it a need? What are the essential qualities of what I seek? How can I experience that now?”
“If we have not quiet in our minds, outward comfort will do no more for us than a golden slipper on a gouty foot.” — John Bunyan
“Try to be like the turtle — at ease in your own shell.” — Bill Copeland
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A Note from the Universe
For every unexpected bump, turn, or squiggle on the path of life you have two choices:
Accept it as if you yourself had meticulously planned it to take you even higher into the light, while being watched by 10,000 cheering angels who love you so much, you’re all they ever sing about.
Or, accept it, kicking and screaming, as if it were some freak accident that had befallen you by chance that might keep you from knowing happiness.
I know which I would choose,
The Universe
tut.com
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Today’sRecipe: 8 Peach Cobblersand Crisps With Oats
These peach cobblers and crisps share a versatile ingredient that you probably already have in your pantry: oats! Oats add chewy texture and cozy flavor to anything they touch, and these summer-perfect desserts are no exception
Magickal Intentions: Courage, Physical Strength, Revenge, Military Honors, Surgery and the Breaking of Negative Spells, Matrimony, War, Enemies, Prison, Vitality and Assertiveness
Element: Fire
Incense: Dragon’s Blood, Patchouli Planet: Mars Star Signs: Aries and Scorpio Angel: Samuel Power Colors: Red and Orange Herbs & Plants: Red Rose, Cock’s Comb, Pine, Daisy, Thyme and Pepper Sacred Stones: Carnelian, Bloodstone, Ruby, Garnet and Pink Tourmaline Oil: (Mars) Basil, Coriander, Ginger
Deities include Ares, Lilith, The Morrigan, Tiwaz, Tyr
Tuesday is ruled by Mars. Today’s energies align with all things masculine such as conflict, physical endurance and strength, lust, hunting, sports, and all types of competition. It can also be used for rituals involving surgical procedures or political ventures.
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Daily Wisdom June 6, 2021
Excellence “Excellence is not an act but a habit. The things you do the most are the things you will do best.”
-Marva Collins (1987)
It would be easy if talent was all it took for us to achieve excellence. But it doesn’t work that way. On “American Idol” there are many singers with talent. But the ones who have the most experience really stand out. The experience of singing for people over and over again hones their skills, and when the competition day comes, their excellence shows. We even see how week after week, each of the singers seems to get better. They’re in an environment where they are focusing their energies and spending their time to cultivating excellence.
-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com
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Daily Tarot: The Emperor
Apply your basic practical good sense to the biggest and most serious of challenges and watch the problems wilt under your gaze. There’s nothing you can’t handle today if you can keep things uncomplicated and straightforward. Be calm but firm in your dealings and don’t allow others to add their petty complications to any of your efforts. Remember to be good to yourself
astrology.com
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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily post are reblogged from various email newsletters that I receive each day.
Good Morning Beautiful Souls and welcome to a new year! Grab a cup of your favorite morning brew and start things off with “Today’s Inspirations”. I hope you find something here that will make you feel good or help you on your path today.
Blessings, Cat
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July Events
July is the seventh month of the year in the Julian calendar. The month of July was previously called Quintilis in Latin as it was the fifth month in the ancient Roman calendar. The name of the month was changed to July in honor of Julius Caesar during the Julian calendar reform. timeanddate.com
July 4 Independence Day
July 8 Celtic Tree Month of Holly begins
July 9 New Moon at 6:16 pm PST/ 7:16 pm MST/ 9:16 pm EST
July 23 Full Blessing Moon at 7:36 pm PST/ 8:36 pm MST/ 10:36 pm EST
Spirit Library: Space to Adjust(a message from Kate Spreckley)
As July begins, we are still managing the energetic effects of the past month. As such we are being urged to find and maintain our sense of balance as we continue to experience the push and pull between the past and the future, the old and the new. For now, it is important that we focus on allowing and creating the space needed to adjust.
Cernunnos The Horned God of Celtic Mythology – (Celtic Mythology Explained)
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Spiritual Unite:NUMBER21 MEANING IN NUMEROLOGY Number 21 regarded as the transformation number in numerology. Those people born under number 21 have to understand themselves and pass the change of their personality to understand the higher laws of the universe.
In Welsh mythology, Rhiannon is a horse goddess depicted in the Mabinogion. She is similar in many aspects to the Gaulish Epona, and later evolved into a goddess of sovereignty who protected the king from treachery.
Treehugger:What to See in the Night Sky in July From dueling meteor showers to a gorgeous Thunder Moon, this month is perfect for relaxing under the stars and taking in the heavens.
EarthSky News: Earth Farthest From The Sun On July 5
Planet Earth will reach a milestone on July 5, 2021, as it swings out to aphelion, our most distant point from the sun. Our eyes won’t perceive the sun as being any dimmer. And it’s been a blazingly hot summer in parts of the Northern Hemisphere so far. So you know our distance from the sun doesn’t cause Earth’s seasons. More about that below.
This is something I really struggled with as a new Pagan. In devotional spaces (as well as in witchcraft spaces generally, where we’re talking about spirit contact of all kinds, beyond gods.)
“Everything you need you already have. You are complete right now, you are a whole, total person, not an apprentice person on the way to someplace else.” — Wayne Dyer
Close your eyes and imagine that everything you are is enough. You don’t need to be better or different — you’re great just as you are. Can you experience the peace and contentment that owning that perspective brings?
Moving into such total acceptance does not mean that we stop growing. When we can accept who we are now, we open the doors to our own inspiration to do and be even more!
“Wherever you are is always the right place. There is never a need to fix anything, to hitch up the bootstraps of the soul and start at some higher place. Start right where you are.” — Julia Cameron
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A Note fromthe Universe
It’s time you learned the truth.
Actually, you should have been told long, long ago.
You see, there was kind of a mix-up.
Things like this are never easy. But, well, to be as direct as possible…
You’re not human.
Of course, you probably just think I’m being cute, but the truth is that you are not human. Not even a little. Not one speck. Now, before you go all ape… realize that there’s a bright side to everything, and in this case it’s BLINDING.
You no longer have to behave as one!
Tallyho,
The Universe
tut.com
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Today’s Recipe: Strawberry Cream Cheese Squares
This is a light dessert that I like to make in the summertime. It consists of a shortbread crust topped with a cream cheese layer and then fresh strawberries and a gelatin glaze. Serve with additional whipped topping, if desired.
Magickal Intentions: Courage, Physical Strength, Revenge, Military Honors, Surgery and the Breaking of Negative Spells, Matrimony, War, Enemies, Prison, Vitality and Assertiveness
Element: Fire
Incense: Dragon’s Blood, Patchouli Planet: Mars Star Signs: Aries and Scorpio Angel: Samuel Power Colors: Red and Orange Herbs & Plants: Red Rose, Cock’s Comb, Pine, Daisy, Thyme and Pepper Sacred Stones: Carnelian, Bloodstone, Ruby, Garnet and Pink Tourmaline Oil: (Mars) Basil, Coriander, Ginger
Deities include Ares, Lilith, The Morrigan, Tiwaz, Tyr
Tuesday is ruled by Mars. Today’s energies align with all things masculine such as conflict, physical endurance and strength, lust, hunting, sports, and all types of competition. It can also be used for rituals involving surgical procedures or political ventures.
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Daily Wisdom June 5, 2021
Excellence “The secret of joy in work is contained in one word – excellence. To know how to do something well is to enjoy it.”
-Pearl S. Buck (1964)
When we enjoy doing something, we put our heart into it, and it shows. What we enjoy doing, we do well, we can’t help it. And by the same token, what we do well brings us joy! We are rewarded for a job well done by feeling good about it.
-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com
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Daily Tarot: The Wheel of Fortune
Whatever you have planned or prepared for today, it probably won’t happen according to the script. Be flexible and expect the unexpected. It may not be anything big, so don’t completely abandon your agenda unless you must. It could just be a day of endless interruptions. Keep that sense of humor handy, and maybe find an inspiring idea or two in it all
astrology.com
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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily post are reblogged from various email newsletters that I receive each day.
Good Morning Beautiful Souls and welcome to a new year! Grab a cup of your favorite morning brew and start things off with “Today’s Inspirations”. I hope you find something here that will make you feel good or help you on your path today.
Blessings, Cat
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July Events
July is the seventh month of the year in the Julian calendar. The month of July was previously called Quintilis in Latin as it was the fifth month in the ancient Roman calendar. The name of the month was changed to July in honor of Julius Caesar during the Julian calendar reform. timeanddate.com
July 4 Independence Day
July 8 Celtic Tree Month of Holly begins
July 9 New Moon at 6:16 pm PST/ 7:16 pm MST/ 9:16 pm EST
July 23 Full Blessing Moon at 7:36 pm PST/ 8:36 pm MST/ 10:36 pm EST
Spirit Library:Apparent Darkness (a message from Kate Spreckley)
With the Eclipse season and Mercury Retrograde now behind us, July is set to be an energetically charged month where we can gain some traction and the opportunity to move forward. However, as we enter this new month, we are still in rest mode and integrating the energies and the changes of the past month. What we must remember is that positive growth and transformation often involve a descent into ‘darkness’ before a new cycle begins.
Spiritual Unite: UNDERSTANDING THE SOUL FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF BHAGAVAD GITA
So, what exactly is the soul? This is a question that has defeated mankind from time immemorial. Theologians, as well as philosophers and mankind in general, have been unable to understand what the soul is fully
The Merriam Dictionary defines the word ‘eclectic’ as meaning “selecting what appears to be best in various doctrines, methods, or styles .” Eclectic Wiccans (and eclectic Pagans, who are a very similar group) do just that, sometimes on their own and sometimes in informal or formal groups
MBG:This July Will Start All Sorts Of Fireworks, According To Astrologers
This July, step back and reflect before you make any big moves. Not only is it sensitive Cancer season until July 22, but four of the five slow-moving outer planets are powered down in their annual retrogrades until fall. But that doesn’t have to spell boring! With spicy Mars in Leo, there’s plenty of (safe) summer fun to be had. Here’s what your July astrology forecast has to say
Mnemosyne: The Goddessof Memory (Greek Mythology Explained)
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Treehugger: Beginner’s Guide to Growing Lemon Balm: Plant Care Tips and Uses
Earning the title of Herb of the Year in 2007 by the International Herb Association, lemon balm is a hidden gem of the herb gardening world. All mints have the reputation of being easy to grow, and this variety is no different. Just add a single plant to your garden, and it’ll come back (and possibly multiply) year after year.
Patheos-Pagan: Find the Magic of Pagan Summer LISA WAGONER
Summer is upon us here in the Northern Hemisphere, and I have been noticing a delightful trend among my Pagan and Witchy friends; they are making plans and are determined to enjoy themselves.
Pagan Playlist: Fantasy Medieval Music – Riseof a Kingdom
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Inner Journey:
Willingness to change
“At any moment, you have a choice, that either leads you closer to your spirit or further away from it.” — Thich Nhat Hahn
How are you feeling in this moment? If you are not feeling great, are you willing to make the effort right now to shift your focus so you feel better? Finding something to appreciate will do it.
If you are not willing, that’s okay. Don’t judge yourself. Just be aware that you are choosing to stay where you are.
“Choice of attention… is to the inner life what choice of action is to the outer. In both cases, a man is responsible for his choice and must accept the consequences, whatever they may be.” — W.H. Auden
higherawareness.com
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A Note from the Universe
Did you know that when you were born, so wee and small, we thought we might never, ever get over all the crying?!
Ours, not yours.
So in love,
The Universe
tut.com
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Today’s Recipe: Buttermilk-Poppy Seed Skillet Cake with Strawberries
This cake was born out of the need to use up some extra buttermilk and strawberries before they went bad. You can make this in a 9-inch cake pan instead of a skillet, if desired.
Magickal Intentions: Love, Romance, Marriage, Sexual Matters, Physical Beauty, Friendship and Partnerships, Strangers and Matters of the Heart
Element: Earth
Incense: Strawberry, Sandalwood, Rose, Saffron and Vanilla Planet: Venus Star Signs: Libra and Taurus Angel: Ariel Power Colors: Green, Pink, Aqua Herbs & Plants: Pink Rose, Ivy, Birch, Heather, Clematis, Sage, Violet and Water Lilly
Sacred Stones: Rose Quartz, Moonstone, Pink Tourmaline, Peridot, Emerald and Jade Oil: (Venus) Cardamom, Palmarosa, Rose, Yarrow
Deities include Aphrodite, Eros, Freya, Venus
Friday is ruled by Venus. It’s energies are warm, sensuous, and fulfilling. Efforts that involve any type of pleasure, comfort, and luxury, as well as the arts, music, or aroma (incense and perfume) can be done on this day. As Venus lends its sensuous influences to the energies of this day, use it for any magical work that deals with matters of the heart.
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Daily Wisdom July 2, 2021
Food “Tell me what you eat, and I will tell you what you are.”
-Anthelme Brillat-Savarin (1755-1826)
The more popular version of this saying is: “You are what you eat.” That’s easy to understand in terms of food. We know what’s good for our bodies. But think of what we eat in terms of what we consume in the media, and the marketplace, too. Are we buying and using products that are good for ourselves and the environment? Are we reading, watching shows, and expressing ourselves in ways that are beneficial to humanity? Food for thought!
-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com
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Daily Tarot: The High Priestess
Be inconspicuous if you can, stay out of your own way, and see how many things go right all by themselves. Real luck is looking for you today, but you can chase it away by trying to have too much control over everything. This is not a day to micromanage. Rather, listen to your hunches, and don’t demand solid answers or too many facts or figures
astrology.com
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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily post are reblogged from various email newsletters that I receive each day.
Good Morning Beautiful Souls and welcome to a new year! Grab a cup of your favorite morning brew and start things off with “Today’s Inspirations”. I hope you find something here that will make you feel good or help you on your path today.
Blessings, Cat
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June is named after the Roman goddess Juneo, patroness of marriage and the well-being of women. .”
June 8 World Oceans Day
June 10 New Moon at 3:52 am PST/ 4:52 am MST/ 6:52 am EST // Celtic Tree Month of Oak begins
June 14 Flag Day
June 15 Worldwide Day of Giving
June 20 Mid Summer/ Summer Solstice/ Father’s Day/ Sun enters Cancer
June 22 Mercury goes direct
June 24 Full Moon 11:39 am PST/ 12:39 pm MST/ 2:39 pm EST
Spirit Library: Liminal Space (a message from Kate Spreckley)
Currently, we are floating in a liminal space, on the threshold between the old and the new, between death and rebirth where the dissolution of the old is creating a fluid, malleable space that will enable the new to become fully developed. As such we stand in the space between our old self and our new self.
“Did it happen before?” It is the first question that appears in a person’s mind who is experiencing déjà vu. Déjà vu is the French term meaning “already seen”. French psychic researcher Émile Boirac first tossed the word and from that time, lots of research has been done on the matter, but it remains the unsolved mystery of human life.
Each month of the year is associated with a specific stone – in some cases, two stones. From January’s bold red garnets to the speckled blue bands of December’s turquoise stones, there are any number of magical uses for the traditional birthstones. If you have any of these on hand – whether it’s your birth month or not – why not incorporate them into spellwork and rituals? Let’s get started!
MBG: Unique Study Shows That Greenery Is Essential To Happiness Globally
The greener the city, the healthier its people. That’s the conclusion of most studies on how urban green space (urban forests, backyards, parks, etc.) influences mental and physical health. But considering that a lot of this research has been done in wealthy countries, can we really say their findings are universal?
The Birth of Athena: The Incredible Origin of the Goddess of Wisdom – Greek Mythology in Comics
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Treehugger: Artist’s Hybrid Flora and Fauna Paintings Evoke ‘Unseen Magic’ of Nature
At the heart of our current woes with the unfolding climate catastrophe is our fraught relationship with nature. The centuries-old worldview of domination, exploitation, and unfettered resource extraction is jeopardizing the planet and all life, and the human species is coming to a crossroads where it must redefine that unbalanced relationship with nature, and its place within
EarthSky News:The Teapot Guides You To The Galactic Center
The constellation of Sagittarius is supposed to be a centaur. That’s a mythical half man/ half horse creature, carrying a bow and arrow. Good luck spotting the centaur in the stars!
Pagan Playlist: Magical Fantasy Music Collection 2༄ Chimes Of The Lost Woods
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Inner Journey:
GUILT
“When guilt rears its ugly head confront it, discuss it and let it go. The past is over. It is time to ask what can we do right, not what did we do wrong. Forgive yourself and move on.” — Bernie S. Siegel
“I have made it a rule of my life never to regret and never to look back. Regret is an appalling waste of energy . . . you can’t build on it; it’s only good for wallowing in.” — Katherine Mansfield
“If we don’t forgive ourselves for our mistakes, and others for the wounds they have inflicted upon us, we end up crippled with guilt. And the soul cannot grow under a blanket of guilt, because guilt is isolating, while growth is a gradual process of reconnection to ourselves, to other people, and to a larger whole.” — Joan Borysenko
“Light burdens borne far become heavy.” — French proverb
higherawareness.com
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A Note from the Universe
Do you know why I’m so fond of the time-space continuum?
Besides that I thought it up…
Besides you being in it…
Besides puppies and kittens…
It’s because it can all seem so logical… so predictable… so real, when you want it to. Or, in the twinkling of an eye, you can choose to remember it’s not.
Keep it up, buttercup –
The Universe
tut.com
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Today’s Recipe: Summer Grilled Shrimp Salad
I love to make main-dish salads in the summertime and serve them with some crusty bread and a nice glass of wine! This one is one of my favorites, featuring sweet and smoky grilled shrimp and a cilantro vinaigrette.
Magickal Intentions: Courage, Physical Strength, Revenge, Military Honors, Surgery and the Breaking of Negative Spells, Matrimony, War, Enemies, Prison, Vitality and Assertiveness
Element: Fire
Incense: Dragon’s Blood, Patchouli Planet: Mars Star Signs: Aries and Scorpio Angel: Samuel Power Colors: Red and Orange Herbs & Plants: Red Rose, Cock’s Comb, Pine, Daisy, Thyme and Pepper Sacred Stones: Carnelian, Bloodstone, Ruby, Garnet and Pink Tourmaline Oil: (Mars) Basil, Coriander, Ginger
Deities include Ares, Lilith, The Morrigan, Tiwaz, Tyr
Tuesday is ruled by Mars. Today’s energies align with all things masculine such as conflict, physical endurance and strength, lust, hunting, sports, and all types of competition. It can also be used for rituals involving surgical procedures or political ventures.
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Daily Wisdom June 29, 2021
Food “Dinner, a time when one should eat wisely but not too well, and talk well but not too wisely.”
-W. Somerset Maugham
One way we can honor ourselves and our food is by paying attention to what we eat. Start the meal with gratitude. Enjoy the company of people you love. Share with each other, both the food and the conversation. Pause after the meal to rest and digest before transitioning to another activity.
-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com
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Daily Tarot: Death
You may be tempted to backtrack a few times today and fall back on some old habit or procedure that used to work better than it does now. After enough of this, you’ll get the message that it’s time for a change, or at least a different approach. You don’t need to have the same old conversation over and over.
astrology.com
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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily post are reblogged from various email newsletters that I receive each day.
Good Morning Beautiful Souls and welcome to a new year! Grab a cup of your favorite morning brew and start things off with “Today’s Inspirations”. I hope you find something here that will make you feel good or help you on your path today.
Blessings, Cat
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June is named after the Roman goddess Juneo, patroness of marriage and the well-being of women. .”
June 8 World Oceans Day
June 10 New Moon at 3:52 am PST/ 4:52 am MST/ 6:52 am EST // Celtic Tree Month of Oak begins
June 14 Flag Day
June 15 Worldwide Day of Giving
June 20 Mid Summer/ Summer Solstice/ Father’s Day/ Sun enters Cancer
June 22 Mercury goes direct
June 24 Full Moon 11:39 am PST/ 12:39 pm MST/ 2:39 pm EST
Spirit Library: Period of Purification (a message from Kate Spreckley)
It’s been a big week energetically. The cosmic energy over the past month created a tremendous force for change which culminated with this week’s Full Moon. As we move into the weekend, we are urged to take some time to rest and reflect as the incoming energies have facilitated some deep-seated changes and inner transformation
How to make Magical infused oils – Witchcraft – Magical Crafting- witch oil -love oil – prosperity
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ThoughtCo: Key Nature Goddesses From Around the World
In many ancient religions, deities are associated with forces of nature. Many cultures associate goddesses with natural phenomena such as fertility, the harvest, rivers, mountains, animals, and the earth itself.
Daisies are loved because of their simplicity and their lively colors. Their Latin name is Bellis parennis, which stands for “pretty”, and “everlasting”, respectively.
Poseidon and Amphitrite: The God and the Queen of the Seas – Greek Mythology – See U in History
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Treehugger: 10 Extraordinary Hot Springs National Park Facts
Located in the Ouachita Mountains of Arkansas, Hot Springs National Park is a 5,550-acre retreat popular among nature lovers who come to enjoy the thermal waters and centuries-old traditions. Here are ten fascinating Hot Springs National Park facts.
EarthSky News: UseThe Big Dipper To Find Polaris And Thuban In July
Tonight, use the Big Dipper in the constellation Ursa Major the Great Bear to find the sky’s northern pole star, Polaris. This is the star around which the whole northern celestial sphere appears to turn throughout the night
Pagan/ New Age Playlist:☼ Infinity ☼ music by Kerani
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Inner Journey: Befriend yourself
“Self-contempt never inspires lasting change.” — Jane R. Hirschmann & Carol H. Munter
The journey to know ourselves ideally brings us to self-understanding and acceptance. It is NOT a quest for self-improvement.
When we open to love and accept ourselves, no matter what, we allow our innate love, power and wisdom to emerge naturally.
“Who you really are is enough.” — Oriah Mountain Dreamer
higherawareness.com
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A Note from the Universe
Do you know how to give folks what they most, most, most want from you, without even asking them what it is?
In all regards, just be yourself.
That’s what they were after when they manifested you into their lives.
Whoa!
The Universe
tut.com
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Today’s Recipe: 10 Speedy Slushies for Lazy Summer Parties
These quick blend slushie recipes are each ready for sippin’ in 10 minutes or less. There’s no messing around making syrups, or using shakers or ice-cream makers. All you’ll need is some fruit, ice, a blender, and some alcohol. So, what are you waiting for? Get the party started right now with these easy summer slushies
Incense: African Violet, Honeysuckle, Myrtle, Willow, Wormwood Planet: Moon Star Sign: Cancer Angel: Gabriel Power Colors: Silver, White and Gray Herbs& Plants: Night Blooming Flowers, Willow Root, Orris Root, Birch, Motherwort, Vervain, White Rose and White Iris Sacred Stones: Carnelian, Moonstone, Aquamarine, Pearl, Clear Quartz, Flourite, Geodes Oil: (Moon) Jasmine, Lemon, Sandalwood
Deities include Artemis, Diana, Luna, Selene, Thoth
Monday is ruled the Moon. Today’s energy best align with spell work that deals with women, home and hearth, the family, the garden, travel, and medicine. It also boosts rituals involving psychic development and prophetic dreaming.
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Daily Wisdom June 28, 2021
Food “Food is an important part of a balanced diet.”
-Fran Lebowitz
Fran Lebowitz is known for her funny outlook on life – but let’s look at the truth in this statement. If we think of our “diet” as everything on our “plate” then that would include relationships, work, fun, and yes, food – among other things! It’s a balance of things that keeps us healthy. There’s an old saying that “man does not live by bread alone,” meaning that the other gifts of life – love, friendship, music, etc., also give us sustenance.
-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com
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Daily Tarot: The Chariot
No matter how routine and ordinary you may feel about today’s duties and demands, you can bolster your spirit by remembering what inspires you. There are role models, ideals, dreams, and aspirations that can inform and improve even the simplest and most modest of your activities. Act with integrity and pride, and instill everything you do with that integrity and pride. Hold your head high.
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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily post are reblogged from various email newsletters that I receive each day.
Good Morning Beautiful Souls and welcome to a new year! Grab a cup of your favorite morning brew and start things off with “Today’s Inspirations”. I hope you find something here that will make you feel good or help you on your path today.
Blessings, Cat
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June is named after the Roman goddess Juneo, patroness of marriage and the well-being of women. .”
June 8 World Oceans Day
June 10 New Moon at 3:52 am PST/ 4:52 am MST/ 6:52 am EST // Celtic Tree Month of Oak begins
June 14 Flag Day
June 15 Worldwide Day of Giving
June 20 Mid Summer/ Summer Solstice/ Father’s Day/ Sun enters Cancer
June 22 Mercury goes direct
June 24 Full Moon 11:39 am PST/ 12:39 pm MST/ 2:39 pm EST
Spirit Library:Use This Time Wisely (a message from Kate Spreckley)
As the seasons change so too does our inner landscape. As such, there is something new awakening within us which is creating a rebalancing of both our inner and our realities. As we move into this month’s Full Moon energies we are impelled to turn inward and reflect on what we are really trying to achieve. There is great momentum being generated now which is pressing us to use this time wisely.
Clairsentience is the combination of two words. Here, the prefix Clair means clear and the suffix means the person’s ability to feel. On the whole, this word means clear feeling. It is the capacity to receive psychic information through sensing.
The following ritual is for use in initiation by a group. Obviously, while it serves as a useful template for your particular coven, you may need to change things. For example, if your group honors a particular god or goddess, you may wish to include their names in the ceremony.
MBG: 3 Spiritual Dream Symbols You’ll Want To Pay Attention To
Some dreams flow into our lives with a majestic force, while others feel more ordinary, like confusing replays of daily events. As a dream interpretation expert, I believe that all dreams have meaning and can help us grow when we pay attention to them. However, there are some spiritual dream themes I’ve seen that seem to be especially powerful.
Spirituality & Health:5 Ways to Be Happy When Life Makes You Sad
How to channel your inner happiness warrior
When faced with someone’s sadness, how often have you offered the hollow, “Cheer up!” mantra? If you’ve been on the receiving end of that suggestion, then you know how seldom it translates to feel-good emotions. So how do you alleviate sadness? Successfully conquering sorrow begins with understanding why it sticks around, and ends with specific steps you can take to give it the boot.
Elephant Journal: How to Protect your Energy like your Life Depends on It.
We are all bundles of energy. If we don’t monitor our energy usage and regularly refill, by the end of the day, we find ourselves in the “I am about to shut down” zone, similar to a battery warning symbol illuminating on a phone. With no battery charger to restore us to full charge, we slowly watch the hours fade away as we cling on for bedtime, in the hope we can recharge overnight—only to repeat it again the next day.
Zubeneschamali, aka Beta Librae, is the brightest star in the constellation Libra the Scales. It’s just a touch brighter than the other bright star in Libra, called Zubenelgenubi. Modern observers – and we’re talking about professional astronomers now – often say that the star Zubeneschamali in the constellation Libra is white or bluish. But earlier observers often described Beta Librae as a green star
“If doubt is challenging you and you do not act, doubts will grow. Challenge the doubts with action and you will grow. Doubt and action are incompatible.” — John Kanary
To reap the greatest benefits from intuition, we need ACTION. Be in motion. Act as if your highest expectations have already happened. Be in front of more opportunities and people. Let go of any blocks or attachments. Create mental space and physical space. Plan your work and work your plan.
Miracles rarely happen by doing nothing. Most miracles happen through other people.
What actions can you take that will move you towards your goals?
“Never forget that life can only be nobly inspired and rightly lived if you take it bravely and gallantly, as a splendid adventure in which you are setting out into an unknown country, to meet many a joy, to find many a comrade, to win and lose many a battle.” — Annie Besant
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A Note from the Universe
Never create rules. Not ever.
Not for others. And especially not for yourself.
Unless, of course, this is your rule.
Born free
The Universe
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Today’s Recipe: 10 Water-Rich Foods to Keep You Hydrated
Staying hydrated is critical to your health and well-being, but drinking water isn’t the only way to provide your body with what it needs. There are plenty of water-rich foods that can contribute to your hydration in some pretty tasty ways. Here’s a list of ten of those most hydrating foods, along with recipes, to help you incorporate hydration into your diet in a seamless way
Magickal Intentions: Love, Romance, Marriage, Sexual Matters, Physical Beauty, Friendship and Partnerships, Strangers and Matters of the Heart
Element: Earth
Incense: Strawberry, Sandalwood, Rose, Saffron and Vanilla Planet: Venus Star Signs: Libra and Taurus Angel: Ariel Power Colors: Green, Pink, Aqua Herbs & Plants: Pink Rose, Ivy, Birch, Heather, Clematis, Sage, Violet and Water Lilly
Sacred Stones: Rose Quartz, Moonstone, Pink Tourmaline, Peridot, Emerald and Jade Oil: (Venus) Cardamom, Palmarosa, Rose, Yarrow
Deities include Aphrodite, Eros, Freya, Venus
Friday is ruled by Venus. It’s energies are warm, sensuous, and fulfilling. Efforts that involve any type of pleasure, comfort, and luxury, as well as the arts, music, or aroma (incense and perfume) can be done on this day. As Venus lends its sensuous influences to the energies of this day, use it for any magical work that deals with matters of the heart.
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Daily Wisdom June 25, 2021
Integrity Polonius: This above all: to thine own self be true, And it must follow, as the night the day, Thou canst not then be false to any man.”
-Shakespeare (1564-1616), Hamlet
Integrity is meaning what you say, it’s doing what you say you will do. It’s being honest, but more than that, it is staying true to what you believe to be right, just, and fair. When we know who we are, integrity comes easily. We expect nothing less of ourselves.
-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com
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Daily Tarot: The World
People may come to you for help in making a difficult decision or two. This will be second nature to you and no decision will be beyond your capabilities. The World is not so big that it can hold choices you are unable to make or decisions that could overwhelm you. Be exceptionally confident, capable, and at ease in public and private sectors today
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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily post are reblogged from various email newsletters that I receive each day.
Let’s end the week with a reminder about Gratitude and Tiny Miracles. We often forget to to be grateful for the tiny miracles that fill our lives. We push them aside because we allow ourselves to be sidetracked by something big and shiny. By fixating on the big and shiny we miss out on the small things that really matter. Shift your perspective today and embrace the tiny miracles with gratitude.
Good Morning Beautiful Souls and welcome to a new year! Grab a cup of your favorite morning brew and start things off with “Today’s Inspirations”. I hope you find something here that will make you feel good or help you on your path today.
Blessings, Cat
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June is named after the Roman goddess Juneo, patroness of marriage and the well-being of women. .”
June 8 World Oceans Day
June 10 New Moon at 3:52 am PST/ 4:52 am MST/ 6:52 am EST // Celtic Tree Month of Oak begins
June 14 Flag Day
June 15 Worldwide Day of Giving
June 20 Mid Summer/ Summer Solstice/ Father’s Day/ Sun enters Cancer
June 22 Mercury goes direct
June 24 Full Moon 11:39 am PST/ 12:39 pm MST/ 2:39 pm EST
Spirit Library: Use This Time Wisely (a message from Kate Spreckley)
As the seasons change so too does our inner landscape. As such, there is something new awakening within us which is creating a rebalancing of both our inner and our realities. As we move into this month’s Full Moon energies we are impelled to turn inward and reflect on what we are really trying to achieve. There is great momentum being generated now which is pressing us to use this time wisely.
The One Thing Every Witch Needs to Know and Master| Intention
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Spiritual Unite: WHICH LIGHT BEING ARE YOU? (STARSEEDS QUIZ AND TEST) Have you ever caught yourself looking at the stars for no reason? If you have, I bet you have wondered, “where does my soul come from?”
ThoughtCo: How To Hold a Pagan Naming Ceremony for Your Baby
Once your child has been blessed and presented to the household guardians, you still may want to have a ceremony to introduce the new baby to your extended network of friends and family.
MBG: What Each Sign Needs To Know For The Full Moon, From The AstroTwins
The next full moon is coming up on Thursday, June 24. It falls in Capricorn, and like any astrological event, it’s going to affect each zodiac sign differently. So, to find out what each sign needs to be prepared for, we consulted the AstroTwins.
Daily Good: Listening to the Language of the Birds
Let’s answer the birds’ invitation, stepping outside to give them the simple gift of our attention. Listen. Wonder. Belong.
David George Haskell –
Listening to the Language of the Birds
“When bird language entered my life, I felt that a new sense had been grafted into me. Bird voices opened a fresh dimension of sensory experience. This expansion drew me into stories of my home in unexpected ways, revealing ecological rhythms and connections, stimulating my curiosity, and suffusing me with a sense of belonging. The practice of listening to other species is the original ‘augmented reality.’ In opening our minds to the language of species, we experience connection and meaning that far transcend anything offered by electronic simulacra.” David George Haskell shares five potent doorways into the language of the birds. { read more }
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6 of the BEST Smokable Herbs l Mugwort, Lavender and MORE! | Yeyeo Botanica
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Elephant Journal: A Walk in the Woods: Trust the Voice that Rises from the Stillness.
When I seek answers, I retreat into the sanctuary of my thoughts. The route I take is often along a soft, earthy path that leads me into the woods.
Once I enter the sanctum and stillness of the forest, the smell of autumn rain, upon fallen leaves and moss-covered logs, fills my entire being with peace.
On all of the coming evenings – June 23, 24 and 25, 2021 – the moon might appear full to you. It comes when the moon is most opposite the sun for this month, when its lighted face – its day side – is aimed at us most directly. That full moon instant comes this month on June 24 at 18:39 UTC.
“When guilt rears its ugly head confront it, discuss it and let it go. The past is over. It is time to ask what can we do right, not what did we do wrong. Forgive yourself and move on.” — Bernie S. Siegel
“I have made it a rule of my life never to regret and never to look back. Regret is an appalling waste of energy . . . you can’t build on it; it’s only good for wallowing in.” — Katherine Mansfield
“If we don’t forgive ourselves for our mistakes, and others for the wounds they have inflicted upon us, we end up crippled with guilt. And the soul cannot grow under a blanket of guilt, because guilt is isolating, while growth is a gradual process of reconnection to ourselves, to other people, and to a larger whole.” — Joan Borysenko
“Light burdens borne far become heavy.” — French proverb
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A Note from the Universe
Wouldn’t it be nice to know, and I do mean REALLY, REALLY know, that everything – absolutely everything – is going to turn out just fine?
Really fine. Outrageously so.
You can know this right now, as I do, if you see yourself right now, as I do: Just another part of me.
Shaanti, Shaanti, Shaanti – The Sun, the Moon, and the Stars
The Universe
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Today’s Recipe: Gazpacho Recipes
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Magickal Intentions: Luck, Happiness, Health, Legal Matters, Male Fertility, Treasure and Wealth, Honor, Riches, Desires, Leadership, Public Activity, Power and Success
Element: Earth
Incense: Cinnamon, Musk, Nutmeg and Sage
Planet: Jupiter Star Signs: Sagittarius and Pisces Angel: Sachiel Power Colors: Purple, Royal Blue and Indigo Herbs & Plants: Cinnamon, Beech, Buttercup, Coltsfoot, Oak, Dill, Borage, Patchouli Sacred Stones: Sugilite, Amethyst, Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli and Sapphire Oil: (Jupiter) Clove, Lemon Balm, Oakmoss, Star Anise
Deities include Juno, Jupiter,Thor, Zeus
Thursday is ruled by Jupiter. Today’s energies influence all matters involving material gain and spell work for general success, accomplishment, honors and awards, legal issues, luck, gambling, and prosperity.
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Daily Wisdom June 24, 2021
Integrity “Integrity and firmness are all I can promise. These, be the voyage long or short, shall never forsake me, although I may be deserted by all men; for of the consolations, which are to be derived from these, under any circumstances, the world cannot deprive me.”
-George Washington (1732-1799)
There must have been many reasons why our founding fathers chose George Washington to be the first president of the United States. And it is likely that one of those reasons was that he was a man of integrity. When we have integrity, we earn respect and trust. These are important qualities in a leader
-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com
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Daily Tarot: The Empress
Be ambitious today, in a subtle way, and meet with a lot of cooperation and good will. Your ambition does not have to be grandiose. Concentrate on small projects and sweep away a lot of loose ends and complete things that have been long lingering. Act and speak with authority, and be fully respected. Do as much as you can today, and don’t look back.
astrology.com
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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily post are reblogged from various email newsletters that I receive each day.
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