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How to Burn Incense: Best Herbs and Resins to Use

Whenever you feel energetically stuck, uninspired, just too tired, or in need of a cleanse, you probably think of burning incense. This is a common practice and can be extremely effective if performed right. However, some knowledge about what herbs or resins to burn for each of these purposes is ideal. With proper knowledge and intention, the effects of your incense-burning sessions will be stronger and more lasting. Do you burn random herbs and hope for the best? Keep reading and make your incense rituals more effective. How to burn incense properly Typically, incense consists of ground herbs, woods, and resins. When you burn them, these components release smoke. This smoke will emit vibrations that may vary depending on the...

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5 Signs You're a Witch

Have you ever thought about that special connection you hold with the moon? Or maybe you wonder why you trust that black Tourmaline you carry in your pocket wherever you go so much. You have definitely thought there’s something else beyond your intuition. Your thoughts were in the right place because, in your everyday life, there’s probably more than one sign you’re a witch. And you’ve hit the right article if confirmation is what you were looking for. Keep reading and tell us if any of these signs apply to you.  Before getting into how to identify signs you’re a witch, you need to know that witches have always existed and they are everywhere. Witches come in all shapes and...

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Magical Properties of Rosemary: Smart, Healthy, and Beautiful

Rosemary’s magical properties have been known since ancient times. Greeks used it as garlands on their heads to improve memory and concentration. In medieval times, it was used to fight infections. Napoleon had his cologne formulated with rosemary to stay calm in nerve-wrenching situations. Today, we can say many of these properties are proven by science. But rosemary has many uses in spellwork, too. Astrologically, rosemary is an herb ruled by the Sun and embodies the element of Fire. Throughout history, it has been magically associated with health, love, intuition, focus, memory, longevity, youthfulness, protection, and cleansing. There are countless ways to include it in spells: as an alternative to frankincense, in spell jars, or in oil mixes. Learn about...

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How to Cleanse Crystals with Incense

Have you ever come across a stunning crystal that you would have loved to add to your collection, but when you picked it up it felt strange? Or have you ever worn your favorite crystal as a pendant but, after a while, it started feeling heavy and tight around your neck? Due to their energetic nature, crystals store information from energy patterns with which they come into contact. This phenomenon has been discussed since ancient times. The process of storing and eliminating information in sensitive substances has been thoroughly studied. For example, a study from 2008 claimed that healing crystals that had been applied to ill people, when tested by healthy, sensitive persons, usually caused unpleasant sensations. “Unused” crystals, though,...

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A Beginner’s Guide to Automatic Writing

Have you ever heard about automatic writing? Also known as “trance writing”, this divination technique consists of writing whatever comes to your mind without consciously thinking about it. Automatic writing is a great way to connect with your Higher Self if you are seeking answers. Many people, not just witches, have used automatism as a means to let their creativity loose. Great works of art have been created as a result of this technique. How does automatic writing work? It is believed that one can connect with wisdom from a higher source by doing away with the conscious mind. When you’re able to let go of it, you become a sort of “vessel” through which messages can flow and enlighten...

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