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The ‘Flexible Coven’ Concept for Solitary Witches and Pagans

January 23, 2019 By Astrea

A flexible coven is a group of two or more friends who practice magic or energy work together. It can expand or contract depending on the type of magic, who is available, and who wants to participate. Read more

Imbolc Ritual: Honoring the Sacred Fire with Brigid

January 20, 2019 By Astrea

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What thoughts or feelings keep you warm? What lights your inner fire when the world seems cold and dreary? This Imbolc ritual uses candle magic, sigil magic, and calls upon Brigid to assist us in stoking our inner fires. Read more

Snowflake Sigils: The Hidden Meanings in Snowflake Art

January 6, 2019 By Astrea

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Take a closer look at the snowflakes popping up this winter. They could be ‘snowflake sigils,’ with deeper meanings. This article reveals how to decipher snowflake sigils. Read more

Witch House Music: Soundtrack For The Modern Witch Aesthetic

January 4, 2019 By Astrea

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Minor chords. Spooky sounds. A driving but mellow beat. If the modern witch aesthetic had a soundtrack, it’d be Witch House. Check out my favorite tracks here. Read more

Yule Ritual: Rebirth of the Soul

December 13, 2018 By Astrea

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If you’re anything like me and my friends, you need a bit of a rebirth, or a renewal of the soul this Yule. Springtime will come again, with its colorful flowers and intoxicating rays of sunshine. In the meantime, we’re going to ride through this season and have one heck of a good rebirth. Read more

Bay Leaf Magic: Burn and Banish

December 12, 2018 By Astrea

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Burning a bay leaf can cleanse the energy of a space, banish negativity, communicate your wishes to the gods, and is even said to break curses. It also makes a lovely crackling sound. Read more

Dead Can Dance is Alive with New Album, Dionysus

November 30, 2018 By Astrea

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Dionysus is Dead Can Dance’s most recent album, and it’s spectacular. Fans will appreciate familiar instruments and the merging of sometimes disparate stylings of forerunners Brendan Perry and Lisa Gerrard. Read more

Mirror Magic

November 25, 2018 By Astrea

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Mirror magic is a great way to see yourself better, to give yourself healing energy and love, for scrying, and can even be used to see yourself in a past life. Read more

How The Gods and Spirits Speak To Us

November 5, 2018 By Astrea

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I had no idea what people meant when they said the gods spoke to them until I experienced it myself. For me, it’s a lot like hearing my cat’s voice in my head. Read more