Month: March 2023

March 30th Divination Journal – Part 2

Ogham

From LearnReligions.com

Coll

C, sometimes read as K, is Coll, which is the Hazel tree. August is known as the Hazel Moon, because this is when Hazel nuts appear on the trees–the world Coll translates to “the life force inside you”, and what better symbol of life than the nut itself? Hazel is associated with wisdom and creativity and knowledge. Sometimes it is connected in Celtic lore with magical springs, sacred wells, and divination.

Hazel was a handy tree to have around. It was used by many English pilgrims to make staffs for use upon the road–not only was it a sturdy walking stick, it also provided a modicum of self-defense for weary travelers. Certainly, it could have been used as well for ritual. Hazel was used in weaving of baskets by medieval folk, and the leaves were fed to cattle because it was believed this would increase the cow’s supply of milk.

In the Irish myth cycles, there is a tale that nine hazel nuts dropped into a sacred pool. A salmon came along in the pool and gobbled up the nuts, which then imbued him with wisdom. A variation of the story appears in the legend of Finn Mac Cumhail, who ate the salmon and then took on the knowledge and wisdom of the fish. Note that Mac Cumhail is often translated as Mac Coll.

I Ching

From psychic-revelation.com

Hexagram Fourteen/14

I Ching Hexagram: 14

Name: Ta Yu.

Keyphrase: Abundance.

Formed By The Trigrams: Fire over Heaven.

General: Those who understand the responsibility that comes with wealth are the ones best fitted to maintain it.

Love: Enjoy the current harmonious period but do not allow yourself to become complacent.

Business: Opportunities for business success will be there if you look for them. Do not allow yourself to become greedy though.

Personal: Take the time to enjoy mental clarity but make sure to watch for any feelings of pride or arrogance and eliminate them if necessary.

Overview: Ta Yu relates to a time of abundance when all is going well. Although an auspicious time it carries a warning not to allow yourself to become arrogant or greedy. All obstacles in all aspects of life will have disappeared and life should be enjoyed. Do not make the mistake of becoming complacent and believing this period will last forever. It won’t. Nothing does. Examine the harmonious circumstances that gave rise to your current success and do your best to preserve them. This way you will be able to maintain success as long as possible. Generosity and humility are essentials to this process.

Numerology

From affinitynumerology.com

Fourteen

Number 14 Meaning

The numerology number 14 resonates with expression of personal freedom.

The numerology number 14 is a number of expressing personal freedom, including independence and self-determination.The number 14 is curious and interested in pretty much everything.

Yet, the number generally has one or several self-assigned goals. It’s easily distracted by other, generally fleeting, interests. However, it tends to reorient onto it’s primary goals after experiencing what the other interests had to offer.

A person with a 14 in a prominent position in their numerology chart generally is comfortable interacting with others and may become an involuntary leader. Being a leader pleases 14, but the position generally isn’t actively sought.

As an overview, the numerology number 14 represents a composition containing the ideas of:

  • Freedom
  • Self-determination
  • Curiosity
  • Wit
  • Conscientiousness

Angel Number

From numerologynation.com

Fourteen

Our guardian angels are quite creative in the way they communicate with people. Never one to converse directly, they usually speak to us in the form of signs, symbols, and numbers.

Now, these numbers called angel numbers carry special meanings that we must decipher into normal language; only then can we receive and interpret our messages from the celestial beings properly.

Angels can find solutions to problems from different perspectives—perspectives that are beyond our imagination.

After all, unlike us, our angels are not limited by time nor space. They can look at a problem from different angles and guide us in the right direction.

So, if you see angel numbers, decipher them and adhere to the suggestions provided. There are many such numbers but today, let’s talk about angel number 14.

Contents

Angel Number 14 – Your Questions, Answered

Is 14 angel number a lucky number?

What does the 14 angel number symbolize?

What does the number 14 mean in a dream?

What does the number 14 represent?

What is the spiritual meaning of number 14?

What is the meaning of number 14 in the Bible?

What is the meaning of number 14 in numerology?

Conclusion

Animal Spirit Guide or Helper

March 30 Divination Digest – Part 1

Tarot Cards

All the tarot cards to are from Tarot.com is Part of the Daily Insight Group ©2018

GENERAL

Three of Wands – Minor Arcana

This suit, most often called “Wands” and sometimes called “Rods” or “Staves,” represents initiative, ambition, drive and desire. This is the suit of enterprise and risk-taking.
A Three in this suit symbolizes an inner balance that allows you to feel more optimistic about new endeavors you are committed to, or want to commit to. In the illustrated Tarots, the human character is standing on his balcony, watching ships leave the harbor, loaded with his goods for far-off ports, dreaming of the fortune he will reap if all goes well. Summon the optimism within you.

This energy must be patient and trusting, because he or she will have to wait some time to find out how the ships have fared. Meanwhile, a lot of resources are tied up until they return with the bounty. Only those truly confident in their ideas and abilities would undertake such a risk. This card represents the energy a person needs to take on great adventures and accomplish noble (and remunerative) deeds.

A detail that sometimes appears in the more esoteric Tarots is a winged wand with two snakes twining around it, called the Caduceus, which is Mercury’s wand. This is an ancient symbol of the healer or shaman, one who can travel between the worlds to rescue souls from death or possession. Perhaps the feeling of empowerment this card represents points to the internal mechanisms of self-healing. Perhaps it refers to the courage it takes to be an entrepreneur or an inventor, which is in itself a magical process — bringing not only opportunity for success, but also an awakening to higher potentials.

Love

The Wheel of Fortune – Major Arcana

Today, the truth is told and clears up a situation that has hung on and on. Take direct action now to clear up something that should have been handled long ago. The Wheel of Fortune selected you because you need to know that some parts of the conditions were out of your control. Some events are not the result of something you did. You do have control over how you deal with matters now.

Health

King of Wands – Major Arcana

This suit, most often called “Wands” and sometimes called “Rods” or “Staves,” represents initiative, ambition, drive and desire. This is the suit of enterprise and risk-taking.

Traditionally representing the energy of a dynamic King, this card represents the classic conquering hero. He’s a charismatic leader, entrepreneurial and ambitious, always creating new adventures. He does this because he doesn’t like to stay home or to have to “mind the store” — he gets to feeling restless and bored with the predictable. If you need a crusader, or someone to take on a big challenge, he’s your man. He needs a big assignment, and would rather lead than follow.

It could be said that he has a bit of an ego, as evidenced in his enjoyment of flattery and praise. A bit of a performer, he overachieves in situations where it will be noticed, but in private he wants to be served and adored like the head lion of a pride. A benevolent dictator, he makes life wonderful for those he loves and just the opposite for those who displease him.

Finances

Eight of Wands – Minor Arcana

This suit, most often called “Wands” and sometimes called “Rods” or “Staves,” represents initiative, ambition, drive and desire. This is the suit of enterprise and risk-taking.

The Eight of this suit often shows a flight of spears or staffs moving through the air in formation, as if a hidden group of archers had let them fly all at once. This can refer to swiftly unfolding events, whether of unintentional or intentional design. There are also versions that emphasize the agricultural cycle, paralleling the yearly crop cycle with the swift growth of children into adults with children of their own.

In each case, the emphasis is on the necessity of change and the challenge of keeping up with it. With the turning of the seasons, we are constantly being forced to deal with change and there is no remedy but to live with that in mind. So, get busy — there is no time to waste!

Rune

Nauthiz

“Not-this” – Literally: “Need-fire” or “Necessity” – Esoteric: Constraint, Friction

Key Concepts: Need, resistance, constraint, conflict, drama, effort, necessity, urgency, hard work, need-fire, life lessons, creative friction, distress, force of growth, the consequence of past action, short term pain for long term gain

Psi: resistance, need, effort

Energy: necessity, coming forth into being, urgency

Mundane: doing what must be done, chores, hard work

Divinations: Resistance (leading to strength), recognition of örlög (ultimate law, primal truth), innovation, need-fire (self-reliance), personal development and life lessons, achievement through effort; or constraint of freedom, distress, toil, drudgery, laxity, warnings, worry, guilt, moral cowardice, unfulfilled or unrecognized needs.

Witches Rune

From tarotingie.com

Rings

Circumstances that connect people. Combining different elements to create something new. Coming in contact with people we can share something with. Interest groups.

March 30, 2023 Birthday Horoscope

May the next year of your life be more positive than the past year! 

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Being an Aries born on March 30th, you are temperamental and powerful. Witty and charming, it doesn’t take you long to have people on your side.

In your circle of friends, you are some sort of connector because you know so many people and then end up putting everyone in contact. You are very in touch with your emotional side, especially in time. Get ready to better understand your horoscope personality below.

 The zodiac sign for March 30 is Aries.

 Astrological symbol: Ram. This relates to power, wealth, overall success and tension coupled with peace. This is the symbol for people born between March 21 and April 19 when the Sun is in the Aries zodiac sign.

 The Aries Constellation with the brightest stars being Alpha, Beta and Gamma Arietis is spread on 441 sq degrees between Pisces to the West and Taurus to the East. Its visible latitudes are +90° to -60°, this being just one of the twelve zodiac constellations.

 The name Aries is the Latin name for Ram. In Greek, Kriya is the name of the sign for March 30 zodiac sign. In Spanish it is also used Aries while in French it is used Bélier.

 Opposite sign: Libra. This is the sign directly across the zodiac circle from the Aries zodiac sign. It suggests confidence and change and these two are considered to make great partnerships.

 Modality: Cardinal. This quality indicates the thoughtful nature of those born on March 30 and their charm and down to earthiness regarding most life experiences.

 Ruling house: The first house. This house rules over the zodiac Ascendant and the physical presence of an individual. It is also the home of initiative and life changing actions. This can only mean that the energetic Aries is inclined to be very attentive with how he/she is perceived by others.

 Ruling body: Mars. This planet signifies intuition and honesty and also suggests a impulsiveness nature. Mars is considered to be the yang side or yin which is Venus.

 Element: Fire. This is the element that brings a sense of power and integrity to those connected with it such as people born on March 30.

 Lucky day: Tuesday. Aries best identifies with the flow of the lucrative Tuesday while this is doubled by the connection between Tuesday and its ruling by Mars.

 Lucky numbers: 8, 9, 13, 17, 22.

 Motto: I am, I do!

More info on March 30 Zodiac below ▼

 People born on March 30 posses a lot of honesty and they prefer to tell the truth at any time, no matter how hard it sounds. They are independent beings but can also be warm hearted when necessary. Just like a true Aries, they are industrious and need frequent change in order to progress. They like to organize and argument about a wide range of things. They avoid all situations where they have to wait for something to happen. Those born under this sign feel best when they are part of big social gatherings.

 Positive traits: These are intelligent and reliable individuals who also posses quite a keen temper. They are full of ideas but they are also critical when the situation requires a bit of analysis. They seem to maintain their attention only on the things that truly interest them and they are overly active at times while putting the greatest price on achieving their goals. They are resourceful, especially when they take things personally.

 Negative traits: These natives need to admit their faults and their eagerness and to learn to accept that not everything goes the way they plan it. They are easily insulted and can act in a dramatic way at times, even when opposed just by meaningless words. They can be biased and selfish and they sometimes loose their temper easily. They need to come to terms with their fiery behavior and lose some of the fixed reactions.

Love and Compatibility for March 30 Zodiac

Lovers born on March 30 are apparently impulsive but actually sentimental and dependable at heart. They would do anything for the person they choose to stand beside them. They are attracted to mysterious and unpredictable personalities whom can keep the novelty alive in the relationship. You can conquer the heart of Aries by being as driven, dependable and passionate as them. The single Aries is deep into tasks and projects as it has no time to even realize they are single.
 In love, they don’t settle for less than what they consider it’s best for them. They like to progress slowly in love, get to know all about their loved one. When someone catches their attention they are a loyal but pretentious lover, sometimes prone to controlling behavior and fits of jealousy. Creative, freedom lovers, once decided to settle will invest all their attention in their family and they will probably have brilliant children. Some struggle, trial and error will govern parts of their love life but in the end everything will be worth it. They are most compatible with those born on the 6th, 9th, 15th, 18th, 24th and 27th.

 March 30 Zodiac people are very attached to the other two fire signs: Leo and Sagittarius as they tend to share the same vision of life. In love, Aries is in a constant search for and understanding partner with whom they can connect at a deeper level. The most suitable to offer this kind of relationship to them is the affectionate and loyal Libra. Aries is said to be least compatible with those born under the Pisces zodiac sign. As for the rest of partnerships between the other star signs and Aries, you know what they say, stars predispose but people dispose.

Lucky color

The lucky color for those born under the March 30 is red.

Red symbolizes passion, energy, attention and is the warmest of all colors. The zodiac color should be used in items of clothing or objects in the house.

This hue is associated with catching attention and danger and fear. It brings focus to the essence of life and survival. They are courageous thrill seekers that act on impulse and display an air of know-it-all that catches everyone’s attention and interest.

Other hues for Aries natives are scarlet and carmine.

Representative birthstone

The birthstone for Aries natives born with the March 30 is Diamond.

This is a precious stone that symbolizes strength and refinery. This zodiac birthstone could be used in accessories and bracelets.

This birthstone is said to enhance strength, generosity and courage and also keep away any dark forces. Did you know that colorful diamonds are even rarer that the usual colorless diamond? Because of this natural lack, color treated diamonds have been already manufactured in laboratories.

Another precious stone considered beneficial for Aries natives is Emerald. It represents harmony and regeneration.

Characteristic flower

The flower for Aries natives born with the March 30 is Honeysuckle.

This plant is known to symbolize sweetness and delicacy. This zodiac flower should be used in decorative items in the places these natives spend time.

Just like Aries, Honeysuckle is the first of the flower signs and comes with the same energy and determination as the above mentioned zodiac sign. This flower can be enjoyed during spring time but continue until early fall.

Other flowers representative for Aries are Geranium and Ginger.

Symbolic metal

The metal used in astrology for those with March 30 is Iron.

Iron is known to represent strength and aggression. This zodiac metal should be used in bracelets and other accessories.

This strong metal suggests the force of fiery Aries who is easily stimulated as iron is malleable through fire. Left in moist air, Iron rusts which suggests that it should be handled with care exactly like the Aries native.

Another metal considered influential for Aries natives is Silver.

Characteristics of March 30.

March 30 Zodiac belongs to the first decan of ARIES (March 21-March 30). This decan is under the supervision of the planet Mars. Those born in this period are passionate leaders just like a true Aries and fiery idealists just as Mars makes them be. This period is also said to magnify all the positive and negative characteristics of Aries zodiac sign.
 Being born on the 30th day of the month shows friendliness, enthusiasm but also reliability and hard work. The numerology for March 30 is 3. This number reveals great human interactions and all kinds of communication. People ruled by number three sure know their way around words. The association between Aries and this number will surface eloquence and great people skills in the first.

 March is the third of the year, bringing the enthusiasm and revival of spring. Those born in March are attractive, loving and fine observers. March 30 Zodiac people are determined and generous. March symbols that resonate with these people are Aquamarine and Emerald as gemstones, Daffodil and Shamrock as plants and Mars, the god of war.

 In a year in the Gregorian Calendar, March 30 is the 89th day or the 90th day in case of leap years and until the end of the year there are left 276 days. The thirtieth day of spring, this is also the National Doctors’ Day as observed in the United States.

 Aries is placed ninth in order of occurrence on the list of most common to least common zodiac signs. It is of masculine symbolism, considered of odd number and with a positive meaning. This portrays extrovert people who are vivacious and pretty hectic. One of the archetypes used to characterize this sign is the Freedom Fighter. Aries is known as the sign of the billionaires as there are so many born under it.

 Famous people born on March 30 under the Aries zodiac sign: Vincent Van Gogh, Eric Clapton, Celine Dion, Norah Jones and M.C. Hammer.

March 30, 2023 Daily Horoscopes

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Moon Alert

Caution: Avoid shopping or important decisions from 9:30 AM to 6:45 PM today (6:30 AM to 3:45 PM). After that, the Moon moves from Cancer into Leo.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Today you might experience a sudden windfall. You might have an excellent moneymaking idea. You might suddenly buy something high tech or very modern that pleases you. You might get an unexpected raise? Whatever happens will be an advantage or a material benefit.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

This is a lovely day because Venus is in your sign lined up with unpredictable Uranus, which means today is full of unexpected events, excitement and new experiences. A new relationship might begin. You might experience a sudden financial gain. Do something different!

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Something pleasant and unexpected might occur to you that is quiet and behind the scenes. It might even be a secret that is revealed to you. But whatever happens, you will be pleased. Admittedly, it might make you a bit excitable or restless.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Today you might meet a real character – someone who is different, avant-garde or Bohemian. Or possibly, someone you already know will do something that surprises you. You might also be amazed by the stance that a group takes. (It’s not a boring day.)

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Discussions with bosses, parents, VIPs and the police will go well today because they might unexpectedly do something that favours you. It could be a promotion. Perhaps praise, a gift or a favour? Similarly, something might suddenly prompt you to change your direction in a way that brings more freedom.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Sudden opportunities to travel might materialize. Keep a bag packed at the door. However, travel plans might also suddenly change today. Meanwhile, unexpected news from a foreign country or far distance might surprise you. Changes to a medical or legal situation are also likely.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

This is an interesting day because you might have an unexpected financial benefit related to inheritances, wills, estates, money back from the government, insurance or shared property. Stay on top of these issues to make sure you know what’s happening.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You might establish a new relationship today with someone who is radically different from anybody else you know. Possibly, a friend or partner will do something that you didn’t expect? Even people in the general public might catch you off guard in some way or surprise you.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Unexpected favours and assistance from coworkers will please you today. You might also receive new high-tech equipment or scientific advice. Some of you will get a raise or even praise from a boss. Basically, today is full of pleasant surprises, possibly related to your health or your pet as well. Stay tuned!

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

A surprise invitation might come your way today. Dress well so that you can respond quickly to an unexpected but exciting event. Be ready to act in an instant. (You snooze, you lose.) Nevertheless, parents need to be vigilant because this could be an accident-prone day for their kids.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Stock the fridge because you might unexpectedly entertain at home. Someone might drop by. A family member might have exciting news. Or possibly, someone in the family has done something outlandish? You might also buy something unusual, modern or high tech for your home.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Your daily routine will change today, hopefully, in a pleasant way. This is the classic day to meet new faces, see new places and hear new ideas that are exciting, modern and futuristic. A detour might take you on an interesting trip. Nevertheless, pay attention to everything you say and do today to avoid accidents.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Guitarist Eric Clapton (1945) shares your birthday today. You are genuine, confident and courageous. You work hard for your personal goals, which can make you look selfish – but you aren’t. This year is the time to create solid foundations in your life, which means simplicity is key. Work to build structures physically and within yourself.

March 30, 2023 Moon Goddess Current Phase

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious, you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else was born.

From MoonGiant.com

The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waxing Gibbous phase. Visible through most of the night sky setting a few hours before sunrise. This phase is when the moon is more than 50% illuminated but not yet a Full Moon. The phase lasts about 7 days with the moon becoming more illuminated each day until the Full Moon. During a Waxing Gibbous the moon rises in the east in mid-afternoon and is high in the eastern sky at sunset. The word Gibbous first appeared in the 14th century and has its roots in the Latin word “gibbosus” meaning humpbacked.

Visit the March 2023 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waxing Gibbous Phase

The Waxing Gibbous on March 30 has an illumination of 63%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On March 30 the Moon is 8.63 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

Phase Details

Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Illumination: 63%
Moon Age: 8.63 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 404,778.75 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 149,423,390.73 km

The 8 Lunar Phases

There are 8 lunar phases the Moon goes through in its 29.53 days lunar cycle. The 4 major Moon phases are Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter and Last Quarter. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. For more info on the Moon Cycle and on each phase check out Wikipedia Lunar Phase page.

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society

March 30, 2023 Northern Hemisphere’s Planetary Positions

If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link

Currentplanetarypositions.com

To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link  

For Your Local Time and Date 

Northwestern Hemisphere For 1500 PDT GMT 2200

This local time is in Los Angeles, California, USA

March 30, 2023
10:00 pm GMT 3:00 PM PDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:09 Aries 56
Moon:29 Cancer 45
Mercury:23 Aries 18
Venus:16 Taurus 43
Mars:02 Cancer 40
Jupiter:18 Aries 52
Saturn:02 Pisces 37
Uranus:16 Taurus 45
Neptune:25 Pisces 41
Pluto:00 Aquarius 07

True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 19 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:05 Taurus 30 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):09 Leo 07

Chiron:15 Aries 31
Ceres:28 Virgo 15 Rx
Pallas:18 Cancer 03
Juno:11 Taurus 03
Vesta:22 Aries 49

Eris:24 Aries 25

Fire:7
Earth:6
Air:1
Water:5
Cardinal:9
Fixed:7
Mutable:3

Northern Hemisphere For 1500 CDT GMT 2000

This local time is in Chicago, Illinois, USA

March 30, 2023
08:00 pm GMT 3:00 PM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:09 Aries 51
Moon:28 Cancer 45
Mercury:23 Aries 08
Venus:16 Taurus 38
Mars:02 Cancer 37
Jupiter:18 Aries 50
Saturn:02 Pisces 36
Uranus:16 Taurus 44
Neptune:25 Pisces 41
Pluto:00 Aquarius 07

True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 19 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:05 Taurus 30 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):09 Leo 06

Chiron:15 Aries 30
Ceres:28 Virgo 16 Rx
Pallas:18 Cancer 01
Juno:11 Taurus 00
Vesta:22 Aries 47

Eris:24 Aries 25

Fire:7
Earth:6
Air:1
Water:5
Cardinal:9
Fixed:7
Mutable:3

Northeastern Hemisphere

This local time is in Frankfurt, Germany, Europe

30 March 2023
04:00 pm GMT 3:00 PM CEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:09 Aries 41
Moon:26 Cancer 47
Mercury:22 Aries 49
Venus:16 Taurus 26
Mars:02 Cancer 32
Jupiter:18 Aries 48
Saturn:02 Pisces 35
Uranus:16 Taurus 44
Neptune:25 Pisces 40
Pluto:00 Aquarius 07

True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 20 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:05 Taurus 31 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):09 Leo 05

Chiron:15 Aries 30
Ceres:28 Virgo 19 Rx
Pallas:17 Cancer 58
Juno:10 Taurus 54
Vesta:22 Aries 43

Eris:24 Aries 24

Fire:7
Earth:6
Air:1
Water:5
Cardinal:9
Fixed:7
Mutable:3

March 30 Today in Worldwide History

Today’s Historical Events

240 BC 1st recorded perihelion passage of Halley’s Comet

804 Ludger becomes 1st Bishop of Münster in the Holy Roman Empire

988 Boudouin IV with the Beard becomes earl of Flanders

1282 The people of Sicily rebel against the Angevin king Charles I, in what becomes known as the Sicilian Vespers

1296 Edward I sacks Berwick-upon-Tweed, during armed conflict between Scotland and England

1422 Ketsugan, Zen teacher, performs exorcisms to free aizoji temple

1456 Prince Louis of Bourbon elected Bishop of Liege

1474 Duke Sigismund of Tirol ends contacts with Switzerland

1856 The Russian Empire, the Ottoman Empire, Great Britain, France and the Kingdom of Sardinia sign the Treaty of Paris ending the Crimean War

1867 Alaska Purchase: US buys Alaska from Russia for $7,200,000 ($109 million in 2018), roughly 2 cents an acre

1870 15th Amendment to the US constitution is adopted, guarantees right to vote regardless of race

1959 Dalai Lama flees China and is granted political asylum in India

1972 Northern Ireland’s Government and Parliament dissolved by the British Government and ‘direct rule’ from Westminster is introduced

Today’s Historical Events in Flim and TV

1894 George Bernard Shaw‘s comedy play “Candida” premieres at Theatre Royal, South Shields, England

1895 British inventor Birt Acres films Oxford and Cambridge boat race

1946 3rd Golden Globes: “The Lost Weekend” and its star Ray Milland, & Ingrid Bergman win

1955 27th Academy Awards: “On the Waterfront”, Marlon Brando & Grace Kelly win

1959 WNED TV channel 17 in Buffalo, NY (PBS) begins broadcasting

1966 “Color Me Barbra”, Barbra Streisand‘s second TV special and the first in color, premieres on CBS

1970 American television soap opera “Another World in Somerset” premieres on NBC, runs until 1976

1972 Revival of Stephen Sondheim‘s musical-comedy “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum”, starring Phil Silvers, opens at Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, NYC; runs for 156 performances and wins 2 Tony Awards

Today’s Historical Events in Music

1866 Bedřich Smetana’s comic opera”Verkaufte Braut” (The Bartered Bride) premieres at Prague Provisional Theatre

1946 Harold Arlen and Johnny Mercer‘s musical “St Louis Woman”, starring Pearl Bailey and featuring the Nicholas Brothers, opens at Martin Beck Theater, NYC; runs for 113 performances

1951 1st performance of Walter Piston‘s 4th Symphony commissioned to mark the University of Minnesota’s centennial, debuts by the Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra, Antal Doráti conducting

1952 6th Tony Awards: “The Fourposter” (play) and “The King & I” (musical) win

1967 Cover picture of Beatles’ “Sgt Pepper’s lonely hearts Club Band” album is photographed by Michael Cooper

1970 Columbia Records releases jazz artist Miles Davis‘s influential double album “Bitches Brew”; it becomes his highest charting title, wins a Grammy, and earns him his 1st gold record

1970 Strouse, Adams, Comden & Green’s musical “Applause”, an adaptation of the 1950 film “All About Eve”, starring Lauren Bacall, opens at the Palace Theatre, NYC; runs for 896 performances, and wins 4 Tony and 3 Drama Desk Awards

1978 “History of the American Film” opens at ANTA Theater NYC for 21 performances

Today’s Historical Events in Sports

1883 45th Grand National: Austrian breeder, owner Count Karel Kinsky rides Zoedone to 10 length win; only 10 starters, the smallest GN field in history; first winning jockey from outside Britain and Ireland

1894 56th Grand National: Jockey Arthur Nightingall wins his second GN aboard 5/1 joint favourite Why Not

1900 62nd Grand National: Algy Anthony wins aboard Ambush II; owner is Prince Of Wales (King Edward VII)

1906 68th Grand National: Aubrey Hastings wins aboard 20/1 shot Ascetic’s Silver

1916 Stanley Cup Final, Montreal Arena, Westmount, Quebec: Montreal Canadiens (NHA) beat Portland Rosebuds (PCHA), 2-1 for a 3-2 series victory

1918 Stanley Cup, Mutual Street Arena, Toronto, ON: Toronto Arenas (NHL) beat Vancouver Millionaires (PCHA), 2-1 for a 3-2 series victory; first series contested by the new NHL

1925 Stanley Cup Final, Patrick Arena, Victoria, BC: Victoria Cougars (WCHL) beat Montreal Canadiens (NHL), 6-1 for a 3-1 series win; last non-NHL team to win trophy

1928 87th Grand National: Mr. William Dutton aboard 100/1 long-shot Tipperary Tim wins as all of the 41 other starters fall during the race

A Thought for Today

Blessed be.

Medieval Medicine: The Four Humors

(SIDE NOTE: This was practice by almost every “doctor” but the village Wise Woman or Witch. For Star Trek watchers can you try to imagine how barbaric this type of medical practice was to Dr McCoy?)

It’s indisputable that medicine has come a long way in the last 200 years, but do you know just how many advances have been made? Prior to the 19th century, medical practice was based largely on what ancient Greeks termed “the four humors,” an idea formally introduced by Hippocrates way back in the 4th century BC.

The four humors were thought to be sanguine (blood), choleric (yellow bile), melancholic (black bile), and phlegmatic (phlegm) and their composition within the body was considered to determine a patient’s personality and health concerns. Every human body was thought to contain some measure of each of these humors. Let’s take a closer look!

The Four Humors

Sanguine (Blood)

Sanguine humor was associated with the season spring and the element air.

Character traits related to a sanguine temperament include courage, hope, and playfulness.

An excess of this humor was considered to be present if medical symptoms included fever and/or sweating.

Medical professionals thought that in order to cure this problem they needed to bleed the patient. Doctors often did this using leeches. No thanks!

Choleric (Yellow Bile)

The choleric humor was typically thought to cause restlessness and aggression.

It was associated with the element fire and the summer season. Interestingly, chamomile, which is currently often used in teas meant to calm and relax you, was frequently used to treat what was perceived to be an excess of this humor.

Melancholic (Black Bile)

Autumn is the season that was considered to be closely related to melancholic humor, and it was thought to represent the element earth.

People with a tendency to be introverted, serious, or sad/depressed were thought to have too much black bile.

This was commonly associated with dietary or digestive concerns.

To treat an excess of black bile, doctors might attempt to force patients to purge, or throw up!

Phlegmatic (Phlegm)

The phlegmatic temperament was associated with the winter season and with the element water.

Those who were thought to be predominantly phlegmatic were considered peaceful, calm, and thoughtful.

Too much phlegm may be present if a patient had respiratory, cough and cold, or energy problems.

Treatment for this was not as dramatic as some of the other humors – physicians may have recommended consuming more fluids and reducing stress.

The four humors dominated medical practice for thousands for years – they were thought to determine every person’s health, personality, and behavior. Although this theory is no longer in use, there are things that medical professionals have learned from it, such as the use of herbs to alleviate symptoms of some illnesses. Personally, I’m just glad that no doctors is coming to my house with leeches!

 From kidzworld.com

A Laugh for Today and For Your Viewing Pleasure – How Laughing Affects Our Health (And Why Its The BEST MEDICINE)

How Laughing Affects Our Health (And Why Its The BEST MEDICINE)

Spell for Today – Green Candle Meditation

Meditating with a green candle encourages us to improve in personal projects such as studies, work and self-development. It is great for casting prosperity or good luck spells, and also when invoking the healing energies of Nature.

Candle Magic Guided Meditation from spells8.com

Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Thursday

From modernwellnesswitch.com

THURSDAY

Thursdays are best for asserting needs, deciding on plans, or making career and business moves. A great day for working on big projects and beating the odds. Start of a journey or travel is supported this day as well as pursuing creative works or innovative concepts.

Planet: Jupiter

Element: Earth

Tarot Card: Chariot

Rune: Ehwaz

Colors: Deep Blue, Purple, Green

Plants*: Anise, Banyan, Borage, Chestnut, Cinquefoil, Clove, Dandelion, Endive, Fig, Honeysuckle, Hyssop, Liverwort, Maple, Meadowsweet, Nutmeg, Sage, Sarsaparilla, Sassafras, Star Anise, Witch Grass

Stones: Amethyst, Sugilite, Blue Howlite, Kyanite, Lapis Lazuli, Iolite, Celestite, Azurite, Blue Topaz, Hawk’s Eye, Apatite, Tektite

Magical Uses: Expansion, Luck, Abundance, Protection, Stability, Joy, Pleasure, Employment, Leadership

From spells8.com

Thursdays are a great day for casting Magic spells! After all, the meaning of Thursday is Thor’s day, the day of the Norse god of thunder. ⚡

In most Romance languages, the day is named after the god and planet Jupiter (Jove), who is equivalent to Thor in Roman lore (Donar in German), and also the equivalent of the Greek Zeus.

In many of the languages spoken in India, the word for Thursday is “Guruvara,” with “-vara” meaning day and “-guru” is the style for Brhaspati, who is a guru to the gods and a regent of the planet Jupiter. ♃

Thursday is a day to cast powerful spells as it is ruled by the ruler of planets, Jupiter. This is an auspicious time of the week for abundance, prosperity, strength, wealth and healing spells. Find the perfect spells for a Witchy Thursday below!

Thursday Magickal Correspondences

Candle

Thursday candles are Blue, Purple and Green. Check the Daily Devotional page here for today’s candle ritual ideas.

Deities

Thursdays are ruled by Cernunnos, Gaia, Juno, Jupiter, Poseidon, Pan, Osiris, Thor, and Zeus, among others.

Tea

Drink a cup of Green Tea to connect with Thursday’s actionable energy.

This tea has a large amount of L-theanine, an amino acid that is beneficial for memory, attention, concentration and learning.

Green Tea Mental Detox
Green Tea Mental Detox

Herbs

Cinnamon, Clove, Sage, Fig, Hyssop, Maple, Nutmeg, Star Anise, Cinquefoil, Honeysuckle, Musk, Oakmoss.

Crystals

Amethyst Activation, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Tiger’s Eye Activation, Sugilite.

Gods -Perses

Perses

Perses from greekgodsandgoddesses.net

Long before the rise of the OLYMPIANS, Titans ruled the world. In Greek mythology, THE TITANS were a race of elder gods. The earliest generation of Titans was born from Chaos. Known as primordial deities, the first Titans represented fundamental principles of the Earth and universe. However, their children and subsequent generations resembled humans and giants with great mystical powers.

As a whole, the Titans are not as well-known as the more famous Olympians of the Greek Pantheon. However, they still play an important role in GREEK MYTHOLOGY.

One Titan whose story is largely lost to the sands of time is Perses. A second-generation Titan god, Perses is the god of destruction. He represents the devastation and disorder that can come from war, depicting the obliteration of land and lives in the process.

The Origins of Perses

Information about Perses is sparse. He did not play a significant role in Greek mythology. Despite his importance to ancient Greeks, he’s only briefly mentioned in poems and texts. Most information comes from “THE THEOGONY” by Hesiod, which is the most trusted source for tracing immortal lineage. Perses is mentioned in the Homeric Hymns and works by Apollodorus as well.

Perses is the son of Titans CRIUS and EURYBIA. Crius was the god of constellations, and Eurybia was the goddess of mastery of the seas. The two elder Titans came from the first primordial deities. Together they bore Perses, Pallas, and ASTRAEUS.

There’s very little information about Perses’ upbringing or personal history. Like many Titans, Greeks didn’t actively worship Perses. The only time Greeks would ask for assistance was during times of war. But outside of that, Perses didn’t have any temples, sanctuaries, or cults.

Perses Depictions

Few artistic depictions exist of Perses exist throughout history. Unlike the Twelve Olympians, Perses and other Titans didn’t get many paintings, sculptures, or pottery. As a result, modern artists have taken many creative liberties with the god’s appearance.

Generally, Perses is shown as a destructive force in the midst of war. As with many other Titans, Perses is usually depicted as a giant among men.

Some scholars believe that Perses was envisioned with animalistic features. The Titan Crius and his three sons have a strong connection to a group of interconnected star constellations, which also hold animal-like qualities. Perses takes the form of a canine. Meanwhile, his brothers Pallas and Astraeus had the form of a goat-like giant and an equine, respectively. Their father, Crius was a ram.

Perses Symbolism

The son of the Titan CRIUS was the personification of destruction. He was a violent and aggressive deity who represented all of the war’s darker aspects. Perses is just one of many war gods. While not as famous as Ares, he certainly made his mark.

Perses had a reputation for his bloodlust. Ancient Greeks knew him as “The Destroyer,” accompanying soldiers in the heat of battle to conquer nations. He had a fondness for chaotic battle, reveling in the ensuing violence.

As mentioned earlier, Perses didn’t have a cult of temples dedicated to his honor. But, that didn’t stop Greeks from praying for his favor. Soldiers often prayed to Perses for assistance during battle. They didn’t just ask for his protection. Greeks turned to Perses for strength and strategy, ensuring that they had what it took to take out their biggest enemies.

According to Hesiod, Perses was also a master of strategy. He reportedly had wisdom that could win battles even if the odds were stacked in his favor. The god was particularly helpful with military strategy, but he also had wisdom that surpassed all men.

Interestingly enough, some versions of Perses’ tale say that he didn’t just focus on destruction. Some scholars believe that Perses was the god of both destruction and peace. In ancient Greece, war was constant. Towns were ransacked frequently as death loomed over territory disputes and simple disagreements.

Many in ancient Greece turned to Perses for more than just success during the war. They asked for a swift end to battle so that they could enjoy the peace that followed. Even if the pause was brief, many saw Perses as a symbol of what came after conflicts were resolved.

Marriage and Children

Perses married Asteria. Asteria was a Titan goddess born from Coeus (Polus) and PHOEBE. She was an immortal inhabitant of Olympus and a dark goddess of necromancy.

Asteria was known to practice witchcraft and communicate with the dead. According to legend, she also predicted the future.

The union of the goddess of necromancy and the god of the destruction resulted in a powerful child. The pair gave birth to Hecate, the GREEK GODDESS of magic, specters, witchcraft, and more.

Confusion with King Perses

The Titan god Perses is often confused with King Perses of COLCHIS. Because there’s not much information about the Titan, some elements of the figures’ stories overlap.

King Perses is a minor figure in Greek mythology. He’s the son of Helios and Perseis, an OCEANID. Helios and Perseis gave birth to multiple children, making Perses the brother of Aeetes, CIRCE, and PASIPHAE.

Of his four siblings, this Perses is one of the least famous. He became the king of Tauric Chersonese. Tauric Chersonese doesn’t exist anymore, but it’s thought to be in the modern-day Crimean peninsula. However, his brother and sisters have a more significant part in Greek mythology. Aeetes became the king of Colchis and is most commonly associated with THE ARGONAUTS. Meanwhile, Circe became a famous sorceress, and Pasiphae married KING MINOS OF CRETE.

Eventually, this Perses did become the king of Colchis. His brother, Aeetes, feared that he would lose his kingdom if THE GOLDEN FLEECE ever left Colchis. If you’re familiar with the story of the hero JASON and his Argonauts, you know what ended up happening with the famed Golden Fleece. It left Colchis, and Perses seized the opportunity to take the throne. Perses threw Aeetes into a prison cell as the sons of HELIOS fell into a full-blown civil war.

Of course, Perses’ rule didn’t last long.

Aeetes’ daughter, Medea, returned to Colchis with her son Medus. The two lied, giving false identities. Perses didn’t recognize his own niece, giving her plenty of opportunities to kill Perses. She gave her son Medus a sword to slay the king of Colchis. Then, she freed her father Aeetes to help him regain his rightful place on the throne.

The story of King Perses doesn’t have any relation to the Titan god Perses. But because their names are the same, many confuse the two. It doesn’t help that names like “Circe” and “Medea” occur in both tales. While there are similarities even in the family tree, most scholars agree that the two Perses’ are unique entities deserving of their own spot in the mythology.

The Legacy of Perses

The Titan Perses doesn’t have much significance in Greek mythology, but he’s important to the earlier history and lore of the ancient religion. Perses was one of the first war gods to exist. As a second-generation Titan, he is an early deity that existed long before the uprising of the Olympians.

He helped ancient Greeks create a path of destruction during war before Ares or ATHENA ever came into the mix. He exhibits the primal nature of warriors and a never-ending lust for blood. The god also represented the powers of war, for better or worse. Even in the wake of massive annihilation, the end of conflicts brought a period of peace that ancient Greeks always longed for.

The Titans eventually fell to ZEUS and the Olympians. How Perses fared in the TITANOMACHY is unknown. Whether or not he participated in the great war is up for debate. One thing scholars do know is that he is not listed among the Titans that were banished to TARTARUS. As a result, most assume that the figure faded into obscurity or served the people of Greece in some other way. He fails to appear in later stories, further cementing the idea that other Greek gods like ARES took over his role.

Trivia:

Perses was the Titan god of destruction.

Not to be confused with King Perses of Colchis, Perseus, the slayer of MEDUSA, or Perses, the ancestor of the Persians.

The name Perses comes from the ancient Greek words “perso” and “pertho,” which has an English translation of “to sack” or “to destroy.”

Perses is the progeny of Titans Crius and Eurybia.

The Titan god Perses belongs to the second generation of Titan gods.

Asteria is Perses’ wife.

With Asteria, Perses had one child: Hecate.

Source: <a href=”https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net/gods/perses/”>Perses – Greek Titan God of Destruction: https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net</a&gt; – Greek Gods & Goddesses, December 22, 2021

Goddess – Circa (Greek)

Circa (Greek) c. 2011 Lady Abyss

“She-Falcon”.  Dark Moon Goddess; Fate-Spinner.  As the circle, or cirque, she was the fate-spinner, weaver of destinies.  Ancient Greek writers spoke of her as Circe of the Braided Tresses because she could manipulate the forces of creation and destruction by knots and braids in her hair.  Goddess of physical love, sorcery, enchantments, precognitive dreams, evil spells, vengeance, dark magic, witchcraft and cauldrons.

Circe

From greekgodsandgoddesses.net

In GREEK MYTHOLOGY, Circe was a goddess of magic, though she was sometimes depicted as a nymph (minor nature god), a witch or an enchantress.

In any case, she was associated with magic. She knew a lot about potions and herbs, and sometimes used this knowledge against her enemies and people who offended her, turning them into wild animals. She also had a wand or staff called the rhabdos which she also used to channel her magic. In fact, this was the earliest mention of a “magical wand or staff” in Western writings; it was referred to in Homer’s epic poem, the Odyssey, when Circe used it to turn Odysseus’s men into beasts.

Circe was the daughter of HELIOS, a TITAN who represented the Sun, and Perse, an ocean nymph. She was one of three thousand of her kind, daughters of TITANS OCEANUS and TETHYS. In another version, Circe was the daughter of HECATE, a goddess of sorcery.

She had two brothers. One was named Aeetes, and he looked after the GOLDEN FLEECE, a fleece that was the property of royalty. It was made from the wool of a golden ram with wings. Her second brother was PERSES.

PASIPHAE was her only sister, and she was the queen of the Greek island, CRETE, and also the wife of King Minos. It was also said that she gave birth to the MINOTAUR, a creature that was half man, half bull, with the head and horns of a cattle and the body of a man.

In some stories, Circe was exiled by her father Helios to live alone on AEAEA, a fictional island, as punishment for killing the prince of COLCHIS, who was her husband at the time.

She later had children with ODYSSEUS, the king of ITHACA from Homer’s writings. Her three sons were Ardeas, Latinus and Telegonus.

Source: <a href=”https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net/goddesses/circe/”>Circe: https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net</a&gt; – Greek Gods & Goddesses, June 10, 2018

Archangel – Azrael

Information about Archangel Azrael from .britannica.com

Azrael, Arabic ʿIzrāʾīl or ʿAzrāʾīl, in Islam, the angel of death who separates souls from their bodies; he is one of the four archangels (with Jibrīl, Mīkāl, and Isrāfīl) and the Islamic counterpart of the Judeo-Christian angel of death, who is sometimes called Azrael. Azrael is of cosmic size: with his 4,000 wings and a body formed by as many eyes and tongues as there are living human beings, he stands with one foot in the fourth (or seventh) heaven, the other on the razor-sharp bridge that divides paradise and hell.

Before the creation of man, Azrael proved to be the only angel brave enough to go down to Earth and face the hordes of Iblīs, the devil, in order to bring God the materials needed to make man. For this service he was made the angel of death and given a register of all mankind. While Azrael can recognize the name of the blessed (circled in light) and the damned (circled in darkness), he does not know when anyone will die until the tree beneath God’s throne drops a leaf bearing the man’s name. He must then separate the body and soul after 40 days.

 

Man has several means for forestalling death. By reciting a dhikr (ritual prayer), he prevents the angel of death from entering the throat to take his spirit. When he is distributing ṣadaqah (alms), the angel cannot take him by the hand. But when, after all protests, the angel returns with an apple from paradise inscribed with the basmalah (the invocation “In the name of God, the merciful, the compassionate”) or writes God’s name in his palm, the spirit must leave. The souls of believers are then gently drawn out and carried to the seventh heaven, but the souls of unbelievers are ripped out of their bodies and hurled down to Earth before they can reach the gates of heaven.

Witchcraft Symbols, Terms and Definitions – Healing Symbols

11 Powerful Healing Symbols and Their Meanings (With Images) from symbolsage.com

(I will be posting 1 symbol per day of the 11 )

A healing symbol is a mark, sign, word, or design that represents and reflects the art of healing. Historically, all cultures across the globe have had healing symbols.

They are used in medical rituals by practitioners and healers for strength and protection. Nowadays, people believe that visualizing healing symbols will lead to good thoughts, positive energy, and tranquillity. They can foster a greater harmony between the body, mind, and soul.

With that said, let’s take a look at popular healing symbols and their significance.

The Reiki symbols were founded by Mikao Usui, a Japanese medical practitioner, and healer. They are considered by some as the most sacred and powerful healing symbols in the world.

The Reiki Power symbol – Choku Rei

The Choku Rei is also called the power symbol. It is used to channel and direct energy within the body. The Choku Rei is drawn at the beginning and end of a healing process. It serves as a catalyst for physical healing and purification.

Since the Choku Rei is a power symbol, it can be combined with other symbols to strengthen the healing process. The Choku Rei can be drawn or visualized on a person, place, or thing, to fight off negative energy and protect the recipient.

Crystal, Gems, and Stones Meanings and Magickal Usage – Smoky Quartz

What To Know About Smoky Quartz, From Its Properties To How To Work With It from mindbodygreen.com

Quartz is one of the most popular crystals out thereut we would be remiss not to spotlight one of its unique varieties: smoky quartz. Here’s why this stone shouldn’t be overlooked, from its benefits to how to work with it, according to crystal experts.

What is smoky quartz?

Smoky quartz is a specific variety of the crystalline mineral quartz. As Ashley Leavy, founder and educational director of the Love and Light School of Crystal Therapy, explains to mindbodygreen, as quartz hardens and crystallizes, small particles of different elements can get trapped inside. So in the case of smoky quartz, those elements are trace amounts of lithium and aluminum, which create this stone’s telltale “smoky” appearance.

According to Leavy, smoky quartz is commonly found in places like Brazil, parts of Africa, Scotland, and the state of Colorado. It’s actually the national gem of Scotland, with “Cairngorm” quartz, from the Cairngorm mountains of Scotland, being particularly sought after.

“Some ancient Celtic people used it for personal adornment and jewelry, as well as in ceremonial pieces like weapons,” she says. And as spiritual health expert and meditation teacher Kara Ladd previously wrote for mbg, “It was the Druid’s first choice in sacred ceremonies and rituals [and was] believed to guide souls to the afterlife and keep evil spirits away.”

In general, Leavy says that smoky quartz is terribly underrated and really shouldn’t be. “A lot of people aren’t drawn to it because it’s not seemingly pretty on the surface—and I think smoky quartz just doesn’t get the attention it deserves because it’s pretty amazing,” she notes.

Healing properties:

It’s a grounding stone.

Like many of the other dark-colored crystals out there, smoky quartz is known to be incredibly grounding, which ripples out into a host of other benefits.

Leavy tells mindbodygreen that smoky quartz can keep you grounded if you’re doing spiritual work or meditating, encourage a deeper connection to the Earth, support feelings of peace and calm, and even help you work through personal fears. “Because of that grounding quality, it’s amazing how much we’re able to do better and more easily when we’re really well grounded,” she adds.

It’s protective.

Smoky quartz is also one of the best healing crystals for protection, as it can act as a shield against unwanted negative energy, crystal expert and co-founder of Energy Muse Heather Askinosie previously wrote for mbg. Energetically speaking, removing this old energy can help clear space for new and more positive energy to flutter in, she notes.

To that end, Leavy adds that if you’re a person who is sensitive to the energy of other people, or you’re simply feeling a little tender and need extra energetic shielding and protection, “then smoky quartz is a great companion to have in your pocket.”

It reignites your passion.

Smoky quartz can also help you reignite your passion when you’re feeling stuck or stagnant. As Leavy tells mindbodygreen, “If you feel a little disconnected from things that you once felt really passionate about, smoky quartz can offer a good boost to help get you reconnected with those things.”

How to use smoky quartz:

Meditate with it.

One simple way to work with smoky quartz is to meditate with it. As Askinosie notes, “Meditating while holding this crystal in your hand can help you identify and let go of stale, sticky patterns and beliefs that are holding you back.”

Balance your root chakra.

Being a particularly grounding stone, smoky quartz is connected to the root chakra and is an excellent stone to work with if you’re looking to recalibrate your root. “Smoky quartz supports the root (or Earth) chakra, supporting grounded energy and protection in the present moment,” Ladd previously wrote for mindbodygreen.

Keep some around your home.

Having some smoky quartz around your home is a great way to keep its grounding and protective energy present. Leavy, for example, recommends keeping some in your bedroom to create a protective shield while you sleep. And as Askinosie previously wrote for mindbodygreen, “Every now and then, depending on the energy of the space, I also like to add smoky quartz to my kids’ bedrooms to stabilize and absorb any unwanted energy.”

Use it in a ritual bath.

Next time you want to tap into inner peace and calm, consider adding some smoky quartz to a ritual bath. Here’s a rundown of what you’ll need, from spiritual expert and author of Ritual Baths Deborah Hanekamp:

Ingredients

1 cup Epsom salt for cleansing your spirit and relaxing your body

1 pot rose, oat straw, skullcap, meadowsweet, and lemon balm tea (set aside a cup of this magical brew to sip while you are in the bath)

10 drops lavender essential oil

10 drops rose absolute essential oil

1 smoky quartz crystal

Ritual:

  1. Light a candle and turn off artificial light.
  2. Put on some relaxing music.
  3. Cleanse your aura with a selenite wand.
  4. Step into the bath and dunk your head under the water.
  5. Allow only your nose to come up for air, but keep your eyes, ears, and mouth underwater.
  6. Breathe deep and slow.
  7. Imagine you are rebirthing yourself, releasing who you used to be, and stepping into who you are meant to be.
  8. Come up into a relaxed bathing position.
  9. Place the smoky quartz on your chest where you feel tight and heavy; imagine yourself letting the crystal clear for you all your worry.
  10. Sit and soak in the medicine of being your own healer.

Use it during shadow work.

According to crystal expert Yulia Van Doren of Goldirocks, smoky quartz can be a great companion as you’re doing shadow work. It’s certainly not easy to confront the darkest depths of yourself, but smoky quartz can offer gentle protection, grounding, and shielding as you learn to integrate your shadow.

Practice divination with it.

Leavy notes that if you’re into divination of any kind, whether it be tarot or oracle cards, pendulum work, astral travel, or scrying, smoky quartz is helpful in giving you proper insight and enhancing your accuracy. “And again, I think that comes from the grounding,” she adds.

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Use it as you’re manifesting.

And last but not least, smoky quartz is a great crystal to have on hand if you’re doing any sort of manifesting practices. “Because of that grounding and connection to the physical, it helps you tap into things in the physical plane, like your career, wealth, and abundance and prosperity,” Leavy says, adding, “And it’s helpful for focus, particularly when you’re dealing with managing really detailed projects.”

In combination with other crystals.

According to both Askinosie and Leavy, smoky quartz pairs well with mookaite jasper, or red jasper, especially when you want to let go of something.

Smoky quartz is also known to grow alongside the crystal amazonite in Colorado, which Leavy says makes these two excellent companions.

And if you’re working with smoky quartz to balance your root chakra, other stones that support the root would be great additions too, such as black tourmaline or hematite.

Cleansing and charging your smoky quartz.

Quartz and its varieties are typically pretty durable, so the good news is, any of your go-to cleansing methods will work just fine. You could charge it under the full moon, cleanse it with water, smoke, or sound, or even clear it with a different clearing crystal, like clear quartz or selenite.

Leavy does note to be mindful if you’re working with a rougher piece of smoky quartz so you don’t chip any tips off the cluster.

Check out our full guide to charging crystals for more methods of charging that you might prefer.

FAQ

Is smoky quartz associated with any birth months or zodiac signs?

Smoky quartz is not associated with any particular birth months, but according to Leavy, it is one of the traditional birthstones for Scorpio. “It’s also good for the zodiac signs of Capricorn, Taurus, and Virgo, because of its connection with the earth element,” she adds.

Is smoky quartz associated with any particular chakras?

Yes, smoky quartz is associated with the root chakra.

Is smoky quartz a good crystal to sleep with?

Yes, smoky quartz is grounding and protective, making it a great stone to keep in your bedroom, whether on your nightstand or under your pillow.

How should smoky quartz be worn as jewelry?

There’s no wrong way to wear smoky quartz, but Leavy says wearing it as a necklace or pendant could be particularly helpful if you want more help with communication.

Herb Magickal and Medicinal Uses – Valerian

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Magickal and Medicinal Herbs: Valerian 101 from witchygypsymomma.com

Valerian Plant

Valerian Dried

Valerian is a legendary herbal ally that most of us can grow right in our own backyards. Let’s dig deeper into its surprising medicinal and magickal properties!

Valerian Root Valerina officinalis

Growing to four feet, valerian is a clump-forming perennial herb with a yellow-brown rhizome, hollow stems, deeply divided leaves, and small white or pinkish flowers that form flat topped clusters. It is native to Europe and Asia, but is naturalized in North America. In the wild it grows in grasslands, damp meadows, and along streams.

If you choose to include this botanical bad boy in your witchy garden, I suggest locating it near the catnip and extending the anti-cat stakes into its bed. Depending on your regional watering needs for this group of plants, I imagine a perennial bed of echinacea, catnip, and valerian would be breathtaking. Or at least beautiful.

The flowers themselves smell sweet, but the leaves and the roots… Well, not everyone seems to enjoy the smell of valerian. It has been described by some as simply earthy and others as smelly gym socks.

Valerian’s unique aroma seems to have a similar affect on our feline friends as catnip does. They will actively seek out valerian, bite at the root, and even roll around on it. Cats aren’t the only ones attracted to this pungent perennial. Legend has it that the Pied Piper of Hamelin used valerian to attract the rats when luring them out of town.

Other Names: Setwell, Capon’s Tail, All-heal, Garden Heliotrope, English Valerian, Phu, St George’s Herb, Vandal Root, Wenderot

Composition: Valerian refers to the fresh root or underground parts of the plant, as well as the dried roots.

Methods of Administration: tea, tincture, capsule, bathing agent

Valerian root has a 2,000 year history as a sedative. Over 200 studies have been conducted, and it appears that even the aroma of the herb contains sedating properties. Currently, it is listed as a sleep aid in over 16 different pharmacopoeias worldwide. It is preferred over mainstream medications because it does not interact with alcohol or other drugs, as mainstream sleep aids often do.

And while it is best known for its sedative properties, it is not a niche herb. Valerian is a bit more like a one man band. It helps with sleep, nervous conditions, and stress. It also helps with circulatory issues. It slows down heart rate while increasing the force of the beats. It stimulates the stomach and intestinal motility. It has been used since ancient times as a treatment for epilepsy and even stole the spotlight for a short while as an antidote to the plague. It remains one of the best herbal sources of calcium and magnesium.

Medicinal Properties

anodyne (mild)

anti-anxiety

anti-diuretic

anti-inflammatory

anticonvulsant

antispasmodic

aromatic

carminative

cathartic

diuretic

hypnotic

nervine

parasiticide

sedative

soporific

stimulant

tonic

Holistic Uses

after-birth pains

alcoholism

anxiety

arthritis (pain)

blood pressure (high)

bronchial spasms

colds

colic

constipation

convulsions

coughs

cramps

despondency

digestive disorders

drug addiction

epilepsy

fatigue

fever

gas

headaches

heart palpitations

hypochondria

hypoglycemia

hysteria

insomnia

irregular heart beat

measles

menstrual cramps

menstruation (promotes)

migraine headaches

muscle spasms

nervous breakdown

nervous conditions

pain relief

palsy

paralysis

restlessness

scarlet fever

shock

skin eruptions

sleeplessness

spasms

stomach problems

stress

stress related eczema

twitching spasms

ulcers

worms (expels)

Precautions:

Valerian is generally considered safe, but it doesn’t agree with everyone. For some people it can be stimulating and irritating, the exact opposite of what one would expect.

Avoid taking large doses of valerian for extended periods of time. Instead, take modest doses for 2 to 3 weeks and then break for a week before taking again. Happily it is nonaddictive and won’t leave you feeling too sleepy. If your muscles start feeling rubbery, that’s a sign that you’re taking too high of a dose. Just back it off a little bit and you’ll be fine.

Caution is advised during the use of barbiturates, benzodiazepines, and other sedative drugs, as valerian has the potential to increase the effects of some sedatives.

When I first got started with herbs, the first herbalist that I was drawn to was Rosemary Gladstar. She has a tincture recipe that is actually about to go on my brewing shelf for coughs. I will probably switch out the licorice root for something else and share a separate blog post at that point but for now I would like to share the original recipe in honor of one of the women who inspired me upon this path.

30 March 2023 Southern Hemisphere’s Planetary Positions

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For Your Local Time and Date 

Southeastern Hemisphere

This local time is in Sao Paulo, Brazil, South America

30 March 2023
06:00 pm GMT 3:00 PM BRT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:09 Aries 46
Moon:27 Cancer 46
Mercury:22 Aries 59
Venus:16 Taurus 32
Mars:02 Cancer 35
Jupiter:18 Aries 49
Saturn:02 Pisces 36
Uranus:16 Taurus 44
Neptune:25 Pisces 40
Pluto:00 Aquarius 07

True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 19 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:05 Taurus 30 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):09 Leo 06

Chiron:15 Aries 30
Ceres:28 Virgo 17 Rx
Pallas:18 Cancer 00
Juno:10 Taurus 57
Vesta:22 Aries 45

Eris:24 Aries 24

Fire:7
Earth:6
Air:1
Water:5
Cardinal:9
Fixed:7
Mutable:3

Southern Hemisphere

This local time is in Cape Town, South Africa

30 March 2023
03:00 pm GMT 5:00 PM SAST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:09 Aries 39
Moon:26 Cancer 17
Mercury:22 Aries 45
Venus:16 Taurus 23
Mars:02 Cancer 31
Jupiter:18 Aries 47
Saturn:02 Pisces 35
Uranus:16 Taurus 44
Neptune:25 Pisces 40
Pluto:00 Aquarius 07

True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 20 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:05 Taurus 31 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):09 Leo 05

Chiron:15 Aries 30
Ceres:28 Virgo 19 Rx
Pallas:17 Cancer 58
Juno:10 Taurus 53
Vesta:22 Aries 41

Eris:24 Aries 24

Fire:7
Earth:6
Air:1
Water:5
Cardinal:9
Fixed:7
Mutable:

Southwestern Hemisphere

This local time is in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

March 30, 2023
04:00 am GMT 3:00 PM AEDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:09 Aries 12
Moon:20 Cancer 50
Mercury:21 Aries 52
Venus:15 Taurus 50
Mars:02 Cancer 17
Jupiter:18 Aries 41
Saturn:02 Pisces 32
Uranus:16 Taurus 42
Neptune:25 Pisces 39
Pluto:00 Aquarius 07

True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 20 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:05 Taurus 32 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):09 Leo 02

Chiron:15 Aries 28
Ceres:28 Virgo 25 Rx
Pallas:17 Cancer 49
Juno:10 Taurus 37
Vesta:22 Aries 29

Eris:24 Aries 24

Fire:7
Earth:6
Air:1
Water:5
Cardinal:9
Fixed:7
Mutable:3

Flower Meaning, Symbol and Spiritual Meaning – Honeysuckle

Honeysuckle Flower Meaning, Spiritual Symbolism, Color Meaning & More from thefifthelementlife.com

Ahhh, honeysuckle; smell its sweetness lingering in the air, and you know that summer hath finally arrived — yippee! The frosts of winter have subsided. The birds are singing in trees giddy with fresh green leaves, and life is fine.

Contents

2 Etymological Meaning Of The Flower
3 Symbolism Of The Flower

3.1 Devotion
3.2 Affection
3.3 Nostalgia
3.4 Happiness
3.5 Wild Honeysuckle
3.6 French Honeysuckle
4 Flower Color Meanings

4.1 White
4.2 Yellow
4.3 Pink
4.4 Red
5 Meaningful Botanical Characteristics Of The Honeysuckle Flower
6 Special Occasions For Honeysuckle Flowers
7 Honeysuckle Flower Cultural Significance
8 Honeysuckle Flower Facts
9 Honeysuckle Flower Uses
10 What Is The Symbolism Of A Honeysuckle Flower Tattoo?
11 Final Thoughts