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Hoodoo candle magic spells

By Amina Wayne. 2022. Book Tree 121 pages Candles are a standard tool for practitioners of Hoodoo, a type of African American folk magic. They can be used in conjunction with other magical tools, such as powders, oils and roots. Discusses choosing your candles according to your purpose, how to do a candle ritual, howContinue reading “Hoodoo candle magic spells”

Update from the trenches

Happy Thanksgiving! The theme of the day is gratitude. According to The Power of Gratitude by David j. Martin, the journey to gratitude starts with mindfulness, the inherent ability to be present in the moment without external distractions. Tarot card of the day: Three of swords. Keywords: heartbreak, emotional pain, sorrow, grief, hurt I andContinue reading “Update from the trenches”

Feng shut for Millenials

***** excellent This beginner’s guide to geared to millennial home owner and renters who want to learn about applying the ancient art form to bring harmony, balance and abundance to their homes and lives. Discusses the Bagua Map, the five elements and their cycles, gemstones, Feng tips and rituals. Appendix. This is an informative andContinue reading “Feng shut for Millenials”

Wisdom keeper

By Chloe. 2022. This is the spiritual autobiography of an award winning writer, shaman, medium and energy healer. She is what you call a “wounded shaman” in that she has gained her powers from dealing with childhood trauma, cancer and multiple sclerosis. Describes her psychic experiences and work with shamans in Ecuador and Mexico. DiscussesContinue reading “Wisdom keeper”

Predictive Astrology

By Sylvia Hill. 2022. 179 pages This comprehensive and well researched book discusses Predictive astrology in which you familiarize yourself with the mysterious influences of the stars, what they want from you and how they affect your life. Discusses planets and their numbers, the Zodiac signs, the twelve hours, aspects, outer and inner transits, readingContinue reading “Predictive Astrology”

Mindful meditation for pain relief

By Jan Kabat-Zima. Sounds True. 2023. 270 pages. **** Excellent This book concerns pain relief through Mindfulness Based Stresd Based Reduction (MSBR). MSBR is a systematic program of training in mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness involves doing your best to be aware and awake in the present moment. Describes how to cultivate Mindfulness. Guided meditation exercises. TipsContinue reading “Mindful meditation for pain relief”

Hoodoo for beginners: spells for Love and Protection

By Amina Wayne’s. Book Tree. 2023 *****Excellent Comprehensive and informative beginners guide to using the African American folk magic of Hoodoo to cast spells to attract love, friendship, justice and cleansing. Overview of Hoodoo and information on getting started with spellcasting. Illustrations. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving aContinue reading “Hoodoo for beginners: spells for Love and Protection”

Hoodoo for beginners: root workers spells for attracting wealth and health

By Amina Wayne’s. 2022. Book tree **** Excellent This is a beginners guide to casting spells for health, wealth, career success and luck. Discusses Hoodoo, the African American tradition of folk magic common in the the American South. Discusses the basic concepts and terminology of Hoodoo and Wicca. Discusses spellcasting including preparation for rituals variousContinue reading “Hoodoo for beginners: root workers spells for attracting wealth and health”