The Daily Motivator for Feb. 21 – Thankful for the past

Thankful for the past

You can’t change the past. So there’s no point in continuing to rehash it in your mind.

Yes, there is much you can learn from the past. Once you’ve learned what there is to learn, move quickly on.

Though you can’t change the past, you can choose the way you feel about it. Your best choice is to always feel thankful that your past has brought you to where you are.

Where you are now is a place and time filled with great possibilities. Choose the most positive and meaningful of those possibilities, and go with them.

Go into the future with a sincere sense of gratitude and purposeful intention. Go into the future informed and inspired by the past, but not burdened by it.

The past has been good to you because it has given you the opportunity of now. Wisely use that opportunity and make the future even better.

— Ralph Marston

The Daily Motivator

How to Protect Oneself From Psychic Attacks

11 Use natural essences from flowers. The scent from the flowers is said to help promote positive emotions around you.

12 Free oneself from fear. When you are fearful you are more susceptible to psychic attacks. Try meditation, yoga or visualization exercises to help you balance and strengthen your mental and emotional states.

13 Read “Psychic Shield: The Personal Handbook of Psychic Protection” by Caitlin Matthews to learn more about how to protect yourself from psychic attacks.

About Psychic Self Defense

When we think of self defense, we think of the protection of our physical bodies. But when we speak of psychic self defense, the focus is instead on the harm another may inflict on our inner self. In short, psychic self defense can best be defined as your “intuitive protection” against those who wish to harm your mind or spirit. We all have the ability to transfer negative energy, and psychic self defense helps to guard against the dark force that motivates our enemies.

Identification

Our psychic self defense is gifted to us by our higher self. When something just doesn’t feel right, or you suspect that someone is not being truthful and cannot be trusted, you are receiving information from another level of your being. Often ignored, these feelings or “vibes” are your intuition’s way of telling you that you had better think twice about the situation. This intuition is your psychic self defense. If heeded more often, you may be less apt to allow the feelings of guilt, shame, hurt and self doubt that others bestow on you to infect your mind and affect your health.

Types

The world can be cruel, and psychic attacks can come in many forms. They often are a result of the thoughts and actions of those in whom we place our greatest faith and trust. Jealousy and envy in others can create dark emotions, resulting in destructive behavior and thinking. Unaddressed, these manifestations can maim and cripple our own sense of well being. Although you may not at first suspect that a jealous person means to belittle or whittle down your self esteem, eventually his dark thoughts can be picked up on by your inner radar. An uneasiness or doubt that begins to arise when you are around this person, or are thinking of him, is your psychic self defense kicking in. Recognizing it is to your advantage

Theories/Speculation

For those that practice psychic self defense, it is often believed that their positive auras can counteract psychic attacks. Techniques such as aversion, which entails forcing your mind to believe only in the positive and extinguishing all negatives, will weaken any effect that verbal or mental badgering will have on your psyche. It is also theorized that by developing your precognitive warning system, you can intercept the harmful effects of psychic attacks before they have the opportunity to strike. The precognitive warning system means building up your positive aura through meditation and taking control of your unconscious mind. By always keeping a clear head and maintaining a constant awareness, you will project positive energy that will deflect negative.

Misconceptions

Although the term “psychic” often conjures up thoughts of tarot cards and fortunes, those associations are a drastic version of the psychic reality. It is believed that everyone is born with an intuition, which some would say is a form of psychic ability that can be developed. Taking time to meditate, exercise and eat a balanced diet will help keep your body and your mind balanced. Being aware, and listening when that little voice inside of your head speaks to you, even when logic tells you otherwise, will help keep you safe. You can rely on your own intuition, especially when it proves over time to be correct.

Considerations

It is worthwhile to mention that psychic self defense is also a useful form of protection against the threats to our mental stability that can manifest in our own psyche. Our own negative thoughts and worries can cause us to attract the very circumstances that we fear. The theory of psychic self defense enlists the belief that replacing worry with positive thoughts will steer the universe in a positive direction, and finally bring you peace.

Daily OM for February 10th – Perceiving the Infinite

Perceiving the Infinite
Using Your Psychic Gifts

by Madisyn Taylor

People often have difficulty accepting that they have been blessed with psychic abilities.

Psychic experiences are a natural part of our everyday lives. People often have difficulty accepting that they have been blessed with psychic abilities because without a frame of reference it is almost impossible to identify an extrasensory experience and to distinguish psychic sights, sounds, and sensations from the projects of the unconscious mind. To some extent, every human being on the planet is clairvoyant, clairaudient, and clairsentient, although most people discover that they are naturally adept at one more than the others. When you trust in and take steps to hone your innate clairvoyance, clairaudience, and clairsentience, you will enter a new realm of being in which the universe, your higher self, and your spirit guides lovingly conduct you toward a more aware existence.

Clairvoyance, or clear seeing, is the ability to see with the mind’s eye. An individual who has honed their clairvoyant abilities may be able to see in their mind’s eye events in a remote location; to witness incidents that have yet to occur; or to perceive shapes, colors, and other images that are physically invisible. Clairaudience, which means clear listening, is the ability to hear sounds not physically audible. A person with the gift of clairaudience perceives psychic information as auditory resonance and may hear angelic voices, music, or other sounds. A clairsentient, or clear feeling, individual is able to sense physical, emotional, and spiritual energy in the form of seemingly unearthly scents, touches, and movements. Each of these psychic abilities can manifest themselves within us voluntarily or involuntarily. It is natural for us to have these abilities; we need only practice.

Developing your psychic talents is a matter of releasing your fear of seeing, hearing, or feeling inexplicable or disquieting stimulus. Before you attempt to consciously tap into your gifts, ground yourself to anchor your mind in the present to disconnect from any involuntary psychic experiences you may be having. Concentrate on your intuitive responses to the world around you and notice any sights, sounds, or feelings that enter your mind. If you trust your perceptions, you’ll discover that each psychic impression you receive will be in some way relevant to your experience—even when that relevance may not be immediately recognizable.

The Daily OM

Let’s Talk Witch – The Art of Scrying

THE ART OF SCRYING

(L.< scruatari = to look at) is a form of divination which uses crystals, crystal balls, water, fire or other shiny objects of fascination as the focus.

Essentially, the person doing the scrying focuses attention on the tool being used and freeing the mind, allows thoughts, ideas, pictures as a television screen. The size of the picture depended upon the size of the object and like the TV, it had to be tuned in to get the best picture.

Learning to scry can be frightening to the uninitiated. It takes a certain amount of control as well as submission, to get results. What is meant is that when focusing on the tool, you must have your mind free of extraneous things, things that pull your attention away. You must also allow yourself to be open to impressions, and not be distracted with the clouds or vapors that form in the periphery of your vision. Trying to control the situation can interfere with the results, the control should be done before the scrying begins.

There are various tools that can be used. They are as follows:

1- The crystal ball. This is the most popular tool for scrying. The ball can be glass, crystal or plastic. The most common are balls formed from optical quality glass that are ground round and polished to be absolutely clear. The most expensive are those that are ground and polished quartz, amber or other clear material. The third and the least expensive are cast out of acrylic plastic. The plastic one scratches more easily and takes more care, but works non-the-less.

2- The scrying stone. This is a polished crystal that is usually worn around the neck. It is not necessary that the shape be a sphere. Since the shape is less important, a lot of individuality can be shown. The size, shape, color and personal preference produce a large variety of possibilities.

3- The Magic Mirror. This is a sheep of glass that is painted black on the back side. The most common magic mirror is a large clock face that is painted black on the convex side. Scrying is done by using the concave side.

4- The scrying cup. This is an ordinary tea cup that has the inside painted black. For scrying, water is poured into the cup and the person doing the scrying looks into the water.

5- Sometimes an ordinary bowl is used. Water is poured into the bowl and black ink is added to make a black opaque surface.

6- Fire. Some people are drawn into fire, such as a campfire. The red glow of the coals seem to move and dance and play out a fiery scene. The flame of a single candle works really well and can be used for exercise in scrying. More on this later.

Quiz of the Day : What Type of Psychic Are You?

What Type of Psychic are You?

Annie B. Bond

Everyone has four psychic senses, and you can learn to focus on psychic reception areas to enhance all of your psychic abilities. But as you become more adept at the process you will find that one or two of your four psychic senses are dominant–easier and more reliable for you to use.

It is important to know which psychic senses are your best channels for your intuition. Over time you can rely on them to help you keep your bearings. Find out which of the four psychic senses are your special gifts, here:

Know Your Psychic Strengths: Four Types

Gut Feeling: Feelers Psychic feeling is the most accessible. It is the easiest to open to and to interpret. The hallmarks are “gut” feelings, and uneasy physical feelings that often give you a sense of something not being right, or being right.

All people, places, and objects constantly radiate vibrational patterns, and your physical body is like a large antenna able to register and assimilate their meaning as inner feelings.

Focal Point: In the front of the body, from the top of the diaphragm to just below the naval (the third chakra).

Knowing: Prophetics The sense of “knowing” is very fleeting, but once you get the message the awareness of the truth is deep and unwavering.

Men and women high in psychic knowing function at an accelerated pace. They are excellent anticipators of problems or difficulties, and they naturally sense how to be at the right place at the right time. They are innovators with limitless creativity.

Focal Point: The crown and top of head (seventh chakra). The insight comes down from the crown into the center of the head to the nerve bundle that connects the two hemispheres of the brain.

Hearing: Audients Psychic hearing manifests as words, phrases, and inner dialogue. You might even hear a song that gives you a message. Or a warning that comes with words.

People good in psychic hearing can hear when someone is lying to them, and they are good, uncomplicated and direct initiators.

Focal Point: Both sides of the head, just above the ears, in the area of the temporal lobes.

Seeing: Visionary Seeing messages visually, such as a date, or someone’s energy field. With your eyes shut, your visual awareness shifts upward to your forehead.

Visionaries can often “see” when something is not right, and know what is wrong. They are excellent planners and have a very good sense of time and space.

Focal Point: The third eye.

WOTC Extra – Psychic Protection Bag

Psychic Protection Bag

You Will Need:

4 black candles

A small fabric bag in either purple or black

About a tablespoons worth of:

Agrimony

Anise

Horehound

Sandalwood

Rue

One piece each of:

Onyx

Jet

Hematite

This little charm bag is a potent Wiccan protection spell that you should keep on you at all times to protect against psychic attacks or other such phenomenon.

The Spell:

Before you use it, you need to assemble and charge up this protection charm. Set the four candles up in holders in the shape of a square. In the middle, pile all the parts of your charm bag. Light the candles and concentrate on their light. Visualize it flowing into the center and filling up the herbs and stones you have there. Repeat the following:

By the light of four,
Harm me no more.

Repeat several times while you charge up the materials. When your satisfied, gather everything together and fill the bag with stones and herbs. Tie it tightly shut and place back in the center of the candles. Do the same visualization and repeat the same words again. When you feel that the bag is ready to go, snuff out the candles and start to carry the charm with you.

Remember that this Wiccan protection spell is intended to block psychic or astral energy, but it will do as a more general protection amulet in a pinch.

WOTC Extra – Some Ouija Board Do’s & Don’ts

We have all heard many stories about the Ouija board so what do we believe? That’s for you to decide. But we figured we would give you a few pointer’s we have learned in order to help keep you safe from the Ouija board and it’s spirits during your Ouija session.These are the same thing as superstitions only people call them “Ouijastitions”.Weather you are superstitious or not you might want to take some of these precautions while using the board.Its The same thing as “It’s bad luck when a black cat walks across your path”,”Don’t walk under ladder’s”,”If you break a mirror it’s 7 years bad luck”.Only dealing with the Ouija board.

– Never use the Ouija Board when you are in an ill or weakened condition. This can lead to all kinds of trouble and makes the person more vulnerable to possession.(For more on possession…see the next page)

-Often times the spirits contacted through the board create “wins” for the user causing he or she to become more and more dependent on the board. For example, a spirit might tell the truth about a future event to gain the trust of the user. The user begins to consult the board more and more and eventually become addicted,not wanting to do anything but spend time with the spirit. This is known as “Progressive Entrapment”.

– Since there is no way of truly knowing if a spirit is good or evil it is important to keep in mind that the spirits will often use false flattery and lies to gain your confidence. Be careful.

-Always be respectful to the spirits.

-Sometimes an evil spirit will permanently inhabit a board. When this happens no other spirits will be able to communicate though that Ouija Board.

-Beware … if the planchette begins to count down through the letter of the alphabet or the numbers the spirit can escape form the board.

-If the planchette moves to the four corners of the board an evil spirit has been contacted.

-Never use the Ouija in a graveyard or a place where a terrible death has occurred. Playing in these places might cause terrible manifestations.

-Witch Boards are named such because witches once used them to summon demons.

-Avoid playing the Ouija Board alone. This increases your chances of becoming possessed by a spirit or demon.

-Ouija Boards that are not properly disposed of will return to haunt the owner.

-If you Burn the Ouija Board it will scream.

-If you place a silver coin on the board,It is said that no evil spirits can come through.

-Never leave the planchette on the board when you are not using it.

-To properly dispose of the Ouija Board break it into seven pieces,pour holy water on it and bury it.

Maybe all this is just Ouija folklore passed down something like an urban legend but it’s your choice to believe it or not…

-Ouija Boards that are not properly disposed of will rerurn to haunt the owner.

-If you Burn the Ouija Board it will sream.

-If you place a silver coin on the board,It is said that no evil spirits can come through.

-Never leave the planchette on the board when you are not using it.

-To properly dispose of the Ouija Board break it into seven peices,pour holy water on it and bury it.

Maybe all this is just Ouija folklore passed down something like an urban ledgend but it’s your choice to belive it or not..

Source:

The Best Damn Ouija Board Site Ever

Let’s Talk Witch – Ouija Boards

The Ouija board is what many believe can be used to communicate with the spirits of the dead. Although there is no scientific proof to support this belief it should be pointed out it is not a game and many people have suffered many psychological problems. This is not to say that it is purely in the minds of those that have been exposed to Ouija boards as always the power of the mind and its’ capabilities are still as yet unclear when dealing with spititual matters.

The name “ouija” comes from the French and German words for yes, “oui” and “ja.” There are many different types of Ouija Boards all have different layouts and are made from different materials. The board usually consists with the letters of the alphabet, 0-9 in numbers and the words, “Yes” and “No.” The user or users of the board then lightly touch a pointer (sometimes called a planchet) and the pointer moves and spells out the answers to questions asked of it. Usually this pointer is mounted on castors to help it move freely about the board.

They became very popular in the 1960’s being sold in many countries as a board game although they were eventually withdrawn from main shopping outlets because of the stigma that was attached to them by the media.
Some believe that the Ouija offers proof as to life after death. Others, though, believe that the answers to the ouija come from the unconscious mind of one or all of the sitters. In a similar type of way in which Tom Lethbridge argues that dowsing works.

It must be stated that persons of a nervous disposition can be frightened easily when using a ouija board and it is suggested that they should therefore avoid them. It must also be pointed out that there is no scientific proof that they actually work, although there have been many claims over the years. The Ouija board is not a game and should be treated with care, preferably there should be a medium/psychic who has experience present at all times.

The Witches Magick for January 2nd – Second Sight Spell

Second Sight Spell

Goal: To increase psychic abilities.

Items Needed:

Purple candle

Piece of amethyst.

Be careful what you ask for-psychic abilities can be a mixed blessing. If you want to work on expanding yours, go slowly and don’t forget to use protective shields. A good familiar can help ground you while you do psychic work if you ask nicely. This spell was originally published in, “Circle, Coven & Grove: A Year of Magickal Practice,” as “Spell to Open the Inner Eye.”

Perform this spell under the full moon–outside, if possible. Light the candle and hold the amethyst up to your third eye (between your eyebrows and up a bit).

“Moon, moon, burning bright

Help me hone my inner sight

Make my vision clear and true

Show me what I need to do

Whether cards or stones of old

Show me what I need to know

Guide my heart and guide my hand

Help me see and understand.

So Mote It Be.

Try to stay open to any messages you might get through your second sight. Be particularly alert to dreams and portents.

Lamp Scrying

History

Both the Egyptians and Babylonians scryed by means of an oil lamp. The lamp consisted of a stone which was shaped as a low open dish with a strip of white linen coiled in the oil that had an end which hung over the side of the dish. The Egyptians used clear oil made from oasis palm plants. They believed that the clearer the oil, the better the results. This is in essence, candle or flame scrying, watching the flame, which can play tricks on your eyes in a dark room.

Ritual Lamp Scrying Techniques

Place your lamp on a table. Sit on the west side facing east across the lamp.

Sunday : Sol (Ra)

Monday : Luna

Tuesday : Mars

Wednesday : Mercury

Thursday : Jupiter

Friday : Venus

Saturday : Saturn

Using the name of the God of that day, chant a suitable invocation toward the flame – in a soft voice – repeating several times. Your mantra may be as simple as calling the God’s name. Focus on the flame. You may see or sense shadows off to one side (peripheral vision). Telepathically ask a question. You may hear voices or see images. Flames create illusion. This exercise is not for those with emotional problems.

Source:

Crystalinks.com

The Witches Almanac for Monday, December 9th

Monday (Moon): Peace, sleep, healing, compassion, friends, psychic awareness, purification and fertility.

St. Leocadia’s Day

Waxing Moon

The Waxing Moon is the ideal time for magick to draw things toward you.

Moon Phase: Second Quarter 10:12 am

Moon Sign: Pisces

Pisces: The focus is on dreaming, nostalgia, intuition and psychic impression. A good time for spiritual or philanthropic activities.

Incense: Hyssop

Color: Green

The Witches Almanac for Monday, December 2nd

Monday (Moon): Peace, sleep, healing, compassion, friends, psychic awareness, purification and fertility.

Republic Day (Loatian)

Waning Moon

The Waning Moon is a time for study, meditation and little magickal work (except magick designed to banish harmful energies).

Moon Phase: New Moon 7:22 pm

Moon Sign: Scorpio

Scorpio: Increases awareness of psychic power. Precipitates psychic crises and ends connects thoroughly. People tend to brood and become secretive.

Moon enters Sagittarius 1:31 am

Sagittarius: Encourages flights of imagination and confidence. This is an adventurous, philosophical, and athletic Moon sign. Favors expansion and growth.

Incense: Clary sage

Color: Ivory

Daily Horoscopes for Monday, November 4th

We are still being challenged to keep our spirits high with four planets visiting the hidden realms of Scorpio. We are continuing to process our feelings about the big chances that have begun to unfold in our personal lives. Yesterday’s Scorpio Solar Eclipse may have been a wake-up call that requires us to delve into things that we don’t fully understand. However, optimism returns once the Moon flies into inspirational Sagittarius at 3:14 pm EST.

Aries Horoscope

(Mar 21 – Apr 19)

You have entered a mysterious passageway that leads to unfamiliar territory, a place where reason doesn’t always give you the practical answers you seek. However, it’s time to push forward with your agenda anyway, even if you don’t yet fully understand the deeper meaning of current events. Operating on faith works for a while as long as you take the time to integrate your emotions with your thoughts. Exploring the unknown reaps rich rewards.

Taurus Horoscope

(Apr 20 – May 20)

You may have to work closely with others today, even if you prefer to be on your own. You can’t simply withdraw because it seems as if everyone wants you involved with what they are doing. Even if relationships aren’t easy now, they have a lot to teach you. Express your feelings and then stick with the process. If the dynamics become uncomfortable, just remember the situation is temporary and the energy will shift soon enough. Lead with your heart and the rest will follow.

Gemini Horoscope

(May 21 – Jun 20)

Someone may bring good news today, yet there’s more to it than first meets the eye. A discussion with the messenger can grow more complex if you have the courage to delve into a serious conversation. It’s tempting to avoid an intense interaction, but you’re better off knowing what’s happening beneath the surface before you become more involved. Narrowing your focus offers more benefits than just accepting whatever comes your way. Your power of discrimination can save the day.

Cancer Horoscope

(Jun 21 – Jul 22)

Memories flood your mind and put you in touch with previously forgotten feelings that can rush back into your awareness today. It may be challenging to concentrate on meeting your current responsibilities since old desires are reawakening and you can’t get them out of your head. Don’t worry if your chores slip a bit; take advantage of the potential opportunity for personal growth while the positive energy is present. Remembering your past helps you envision the future.

Leo Horoscope

(Jul 23 – Aug 22)

You may be at the top of your game now, eager to say yes to anything that sounds like fun. Nevertheless, you hesitate to jump in because you don’t want to waste your energy on something that’s unimportant in the long run. There’s no need to hide behind a song and dance today; express your concerns kindly without worrying about the reactions of others. Weigh your options and make your best choice.

Virgo Horoscope

(Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Spending time at home sounds like a good idea, but you may have to go in to work anyway. In fact, you might have many things to do now that require you to head out into the world. Keep in mind that your words can make all the difference between success and failure, so don’t complain about your professional obligations or social commitments. Instead, be as positive as possible when talking about your plans today and then try to manifest what’s most important to you throughout the day.

Libra Horoscope

(Sep 23 – Oct 22)

Big ideas about your goals could set you up for frustration today when things don’t end up quite as perfect as you imagined. Nevertheless, you may still accomplish a lot and your current productivity helps to improve your self-esteem. Don’t waste time comparing yourself to some unobtainable ideal. Instead of thinking about what you didn’t do, focus on what you can make happen in the present moment.

Scorpio Horoscope

(Oct 23 – Nov 21)

You may be very confident about your financial situation now that the Moon is visiting your 2nd House of Money. Luckily, the Sun in your sign blesses you with vitality, enabling you to take on more projects than ever. But this high level of intensity can also bring anger to the surface, so find ways to burn off your unexpressed feelings or you might attract needless conflicts about things that ultimately don’t matter.

Sagittarius Horoscope

(Nov 22 – Dec 21)

You may feel very energetic now that the Moon returns to your sign for a couple of days. But you might also sense an incoming wave of uncertainty as signals from your subconscious mind overflow into your awareness. You could attempt to ignore these premonitions, but they are too distracting and convincing today. Even if you don’t know where these currents are taking you, it’s futile to fight against them. Save your energy for the specific issues that could arise instead of simply shadowboxing with your own fears.

Capricorn Horoscope

(Dec 22 – Jan 19)

Your suppressed negativity could leak to the surface today, yet you may not understand why until you realize that there are serious questions that still need answers. It’s not that you are overly pessimistic, but you can’t help but notice problems that others easily overlook. Remember, you can be very successful, even if a few details are left hanging, so let go of your concerns and allow your confidence to build.

Aquarius Horoscope

(Jan 20 – Feb 18)

You’re quite likely to succeed now, partly because you’re unwilling to take no for an answer. You can hold firm to a goal, even if you encounter severe resistance along the way. Other people may be surprised by your tenacity these days, but don’t let their reactions sway you from your objectives. Fix your attention onto your destination and push steadily in that direction no matter what.

Pisces Horoscope

(Feb 19 – Mar 20)

You are using a wide-angle lens to perceive reality today and your scope of understanding is still growing because of all the planetary energy buzzing around your 9th House of Big Ideas. Others will naturally come to you for advice because you can see farther into the distance. Be careful; there may be two possible paths and as soon as you favor one, you’ll encounter resistance from those who are leaning the other way. Stay in the middle as long as possible and avoid making a choice until the last possible moment.

The Witches Almanac for Monday, November 4th

Monday (Moon): Peace, sleep, healing, compassion, friends, psychic awareness, purification, and fertility.

Mischief Night (British)

Waxing Moon

Waxing Moon is the ideal time for magick to draw things toward you.

Moon Phase: First Quarter

Moon Sign: Scorpio

Scorpio: Increases awareness of psychic power. Precipates psychic crises and ends connections thoroughly. People tend to brood and become secretive.

Moon enters Sagittarius 3:14 pm

Sagittarius: Encourages flights of imagination and confidence. This is an adventurous, philosophical, and athletic Moon sign. Favors expansion and growth.

Incense: Clary sage

Color: Silver

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