Samhain

New Year Holiday of Magic & Mysticism Each year from October 31 into November 1 is the Pagan or Celtic New Year!  For many Wiccans, Pagans, those who practice Witchcraft or other forms of magic, this may be one of the most important festivals of the year.  It’s called Samhain (pronounced SAH-win or SOW-in) and a “cross-quarter” holiday because it falls between the Autumn Equinox (Mabon) and … Continue reading Samhain

Crystals 101

A Beginner’s Guide In recent years, it seems that more and more people are turning towards alternative or more traditional, complementary medicine.  It can come in many forms, including yoga, tai chi, acupuncture, and healing crystals.  Chances are at some point you have probably seen or heard about pretty stones being used to help heal or provide support to people.  Many magic practitioners also use Crystals to help … Continue reading Crystals 101

Glossary of Popular Crystals

If you are interested in learning about Crystals, such the notion behind their magical properties and various ways to use them, check out my blog post Crystals 101! Below is not a complete guide of all the different crystals that you can use.  These are just some of the most popular ones listed in alphabetical order.  For each entry, I put a brief description of the Crystal’s … Continue reading Glossary of Popular Crystals

Chakras 101

A Beginner’s Guide If you’ve attended yoga classes or participated in Reiki, tai chi, or acupuncture sessions, then you’ve probably heard of chakras, their importance, and how they can become “blocked” and need to be opened or balanced.  I must admit, I’ve heard people discuss chakras often but didn’t quite understand what they were exactly and what it all entailed.  So fear not, my friends!  I did a … Continue reading Chakras 101