Italian-American, I never quite knew which community to be apart of, and I HATED my Italian-ness, so for many years , "Yeah okay, whatever", or "I'd rather call you by your birth name". So, I let it go... in defeat. In recent years, I have actually learned to love and embrace my birth name, tremendously. I have a dear salon client named Ann, and she shared with me once how she misses being called Annie.

I don't know about ya'll but I feel like 2023 was the year of healing through the bullshit, while this year is time to reap the rewards and live a happy little magickal life free from constraints. For good measure, I figured we'd start off the new year with some good energy and to say a farewell to Negative self-talk                         Victim mentality                         Fear   Grab your

As the keeper of the liminal, Hecate invites us to confront our fears, embrace our shadows, and emerge Confront fears and insecurities, process what you find, and release old patterns. Hecate’s Wheel Hecate’s Whee l, or the Strophalos, symbolizes the goddess Hecate’s power over crossroads Meaning : Facing fears, exploring shadow work, and discovering inner strength. Place these jars near doorways or sacred spaces.

This leap day spell can only be preformed every four years on the leap year. Now, if you miss your chance this leap year you don't need to wait four years until the next leap year , but get on it and start it asap and mark yourself out four years from when you started! " or "I want to find my life partner in 5-10 years", "I want to get my degree" etc. This spell can go on for 4, 8, 12, etc. years.

Think about your dreams for the year ahead and write them down on a small piece of paper. Here’s to a year filled with beautiful new adventures and dreams come true! energy guide your intentions for the year ahead. year yet. Here’s to a very magickal, joy-filled, and abundant year ahead.

dysfunctional household, navigating complex trauma without the tools or access to therapy during my formative years In my early adult years, these unresolved wounds led to a series of poor decisions, and I found myself Then, about a year later, I attended my first yoga retreat with my best friend, and it completely transformed If you want to hear more, check out my YouTube channel, The Season of Anya , where I share more stories Understanding the Impact of Spiritual Healing Over the Years Over the last fifty years, spiritual healing

Today's post is a subject that I hold dear to my witchy heart, and if you've been following this journey Another great idea is to pre-plan out about a dozen or so pages in your book and to schedule out a year I have yet to do this because I'm a perfectionist and want to start it on the first moon of the year. moon cycle in recent months, hopefully I'll be able to share that project with you all within the next year

I’ve lived in fear of making mistakes or failing at something new. It helps you take risks, trust yourself, and navigate fear with determination. Face Your Fears Facing your fears isn’t about erasing them—it’s about finding the courage to take that Fear doesn’t define you; your response does. Each small step forward builds momentum. The first time I tried doing affirmations over 15 years ago, I couldn't do it.

For many years before I started my spiritual journey, I dismissed the ideas of Moon Magick and witchery Hold the bowl of water in your hands and say aloud:   _"I let go of the burdens I bear,    Peace cascades Surrender to the Darkness to Find New Direction Intention:  To release fear, embrace the unknown, and Symbolize Letting Go : Tear the paper into small pieces, symbolizing the breaking apart of old energies Embrace the Unknown : Close your eyes and visualize yourself stepping into the unknown—not with fear,

It's that delcious inner fire that we often yearn for, and is easily lost. These can manifest in different ways, such as fear of intimacy, disconnection from your body (huge one Jasmine and Geranium are great for the Sacral Chakra) dancing to music that makes you feel alive, or wearing Spend time near a body of water, take a swim, or incorporate water-based meditations such as visualizing

Here's a very quick and simple 2025 moon phase guide as we prepare to dive deep into the year. This is time of year is when we typically begin to manifest. December 20, 2025 End the year by sowing the seeds of what you want to manifest in 2026. 🌕 Full Moons Here’s when to dance under the Moon in 2025: January 14, 2025 The first Full Moon of the year—time to March 14, 2025 A sign to celebrate all the progress you’ve made this year.

: Fear is a natural emotion, but it's important to understand the root of it. Write down your biggest fears and explore  why they make you feel scared. Psychologists say much of our core personality forms in childhood, especially in the first five years What unmet needs or fears are driving your procrastination or avoidance? These include our fears, traumas, and limiting beliefs.