The Moment of Magic: The Importance of Magical Timing
The Moment of Magic: The Importance of Magical Timing, by Frater Barrabbas (Article originally published in The Llewellyn Journal.) Many people work magic when the urge or the need prompts them to do so. Sometimes people will acknowledge the cycle of the moon to plan their workings accordingly. Yet overall, the timing of a magical […]
Make Your Home a Magical Tool
Make Your Home a Magical Tool, by Tess Whitehurst (Article originally published in The Llewellyn Journal.) Whether you live in a dorm room, a mansion, a houseboat, a studio apartment, a trailer, or anything else, your home is a potent magical tool. Even small changes in your home can create powerful energetic shifts, setting in […]
11 Magical Ways That Angels Send You Guidance
11 Magical Ways That Angels Send You Guidance, by Tanya Carroll Richardson (Article originally published in The Llewellyn Journal.) Angels are constantly trying to get your attention. In my book, Angel Insights, I teach you about the guardian angels (yes, that’s plural) who were assigned to you before your birth; powerful archangels who might step […]
Finding Your Magical Teacher
Finding Your Magical Teacher, by Penny Billington (Article originally published in The Llewellyn Journal.) Magic is abroad in the world! What connects the Witch, Druid, Heathen, Shaman, Pagan…? A yearning for magic. We long for mystery. We need a deep connection to join magical to mundane in our lives. And so, we become followers of […]
How to Work with the Magical Element of Air
How to Work with the Magical Element of Air, by Astrea Taylor (Article originally published in The Llewellyn Journal.) The element of air is all around us, but many people don’t feel connected with it (as compared to the other elements). I believe this is because air is invisible, unlike earth, fire, and water. We […]
Sacred Sprays for Magical Self-Care
Sacred Sprays for Magical Self-Care, by Katrina Rasbold (Article originally published in The Llewellyn Journal.) One of the easiest ways to change your energy is by using sacred sprays. You can purchase these through online or brick and mortar establishments, but it is even more fun to make your own. Admittedly, my favorite is Pastor […]
10 Uncommonly Common Magical Trees
10 Uncommonly Common Magical Trees, by Sandra Kynes (Article originally published in The Llewellyn Journal.) While the oak, hawthorn, and apple are rich in folklore and well known as highly magical, many trees regarded as common and maybe even run-of-the-mill have colorful histories and can give your magical practices a boost. You don’t need to […]
How to Work with the Magical Element of Air
How to Work with the Magical Element of Air, by Astrea Taylor (Article originally published in The Llewellyn Journal.) The element of air is all around us, but many people don’t feel connected with it (as compared to the other elements). I believe this is because air is invisible, unlike earth, fire, and water. We […]
Good Magical Hygiene: Essential Personal Energy Management for The Spiritually Gifted
Good Magical Hygiene: Essential Personal Energy Management for The Spiritually Gifted, by Tess Whitehurst (Article originally published in The Llewellyn Journal.) One of the most interesting conversations I ever had was with a professional dancer who had been diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder at a young age. She described how frightened and out of control she […]
Magic Wands: The Ultimate Magical Tools
Magic Wands: The Ultimate Magical Tools, by Alferian Gwydion MacLir (Article originally published in The Llewellyn Journal.) The magic wand is the most iconic of a wizard’s magical tools. It is the transmitter of a person’ will and desire, the very essence of magic. Of course, as a wandmaker, I could be a little biased. […]