10 Millennial Women That Are Kicking Ass and Taking Names

By Sam Alder

If you haven’t heard, March is women’s history month. I have a lot of feelings about these months or ad hoc holidays dedicated to the observance and celebration of minority groups who have contributed plenty of their skills and knowledge to the betterment of society. An issue I have with women’s history month is that it allows people to become socially inclined to only praise women during this short time period.

If you take anything from this article, please continue to support and follow female leaders past the month of March, and encourage your peers to do the same. It was nearly impossible to choose only ten millennial women for this list. There are so many more that exist and I’m uncovering new trailblazers each day, but for now these are my top ten millennial women that are kicking ass and taking names.

1. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

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This influential latina you may have heard of, she’s the 29-year-old Bronx native who was just elected to the U.S. House of Representatives. Not only is that impressive on its own, but she’s also a Democratic socialist who unseated a 10-term congressman in NY. If that’s not badass, I don’t know what is.

2. Anna Valencia

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Another feminist politico dream, Anna Valencia was sworn in as Chicago’s City Clerk in January 2017. Her goal is to make city services more accessible to all the people of Chicago. She is the second Latina to hold office for this position and is passionate about women’s rights and the Chicago Public School system.

3. Yiqing “Pocket” Sun

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This 27-year-old Chinese native immigrated to the US in 2009. She became the co-founder of a multi-million-dollar venture capitalist firm after experiencing how male-dominated the venture capitalist industry can be. Her VC firm,SoGal ventures is a female-led, millennial venture capital firm operating in the multi-million-dollar range.

4. Cassandra Levesque

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At 19 years old Cassandra ran for the U.S. House of Representatives after attempting to abolish child marriage in the state of New Hampshire. She was elected as a Democrat from the Strafford 4 district in 2018.

5. Andreja Pejic

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This Bosnian-Australian beauty is a top supermodel and now successful actress, recently starring in The Girl in the Spider’s Web. She came out as a trans woman in 2013 and has been one of the most sought after runway models ever since.

6. Jennifer Lambert/Jihan Thomas

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These ladies are business partners so I’m grouping them together (my article, my rules). They are the co-founders of SWIVEL Beauty. The app connects women of color to hair professionals across the US. If you didn’t know, it’s extremely difficult to find a hair stylist that can properly style black women’s hair. Lambert and Thomas saw an opportunity to fill this need. Even before becoming tech entrepreneurs Lambert attended Harvard Law School and Thomas had an education from the University of Pennsylvania.

7. Tara Baker

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Frustrated with the state of the current wedding industry, Baker partnered with her fiancé to create a wedding magazine dedicated to LGBTQ+ brides. “Dancing With Her” started as a mini digital magazine and soon skyrocketed to hold a global readership of 85,000 people per month.

8. Alice Brooks

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You might have seen Brooks and her partner on ABC’s hit show Shark Tank. As an ivy league educated engineer Brooks saw a lack of toy options for girls that would encourage them to be creative and explore the world of engineering and building. She and her partner developed Roominate, a now very successful toy line that allows children to create structures with full mechanics and circuits. As a result, Roominate has won Forbes “Top 10 Toys to Watch in 2015,” TIME “Toy of the Year” and 2015 TOTY Finalist.

9. Jessica Williams

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At just 23 years old she joined the cast of The Daily Show as one of the youngest correspondents to ever be hired. Ever since then she has become an iconic ball buster who advocates for women’s equality. Her comedic skills and political know-how have made her a fan favorite and you can currently catch her and her gal pal Phoebe Robinson on their hit HBO stand-up show “2 Dope Queens”!

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I Put A Spell On You || Spell Casting Tips For The New Witch

by Kirsten Renee

What exactly is magick? Many people have different definitions as to what it is and how they use it.  Fashion icon and witch Gaby Herstik describes Magick as “Action + Energy + Intention”. She goes on to explain her meaning by using "Happy Birthday” as a reference.  Gaby’s definition is one of the infinite ways to describe your personal style of spell casting/magick.  For me, I define magick as a “circuit board method" meaning I use spells/conjure/etc to be the conductor of my energetic intention. Magick is an artform and science, there’s many ways to get an outcome! The circuit board method is what I call simple magick, because it’s based off of science experiments I did in high school. When you think of conducting energy you need a few things to make it happen. Energy, Power, Watts and Joules are normally what you would see in a science equation. In terms of magick ( in my world!)  to successfully conjure/cast a spell I need Energy, Purpose, Visualization and Skill.

• Energy - in reference to personal and situational settings, where my head’s at?

• Purpose - What is my objective for this spell?

• Visualization - What process and outcome do I see for myself?

• Skill - Do I need to tweak this spell to fit my skill set?

There’s literally a spell for anything and everything, want to get someone to stop talking to you a freezer spell works wonders!  Some spells are simple and some can be a bit more intricate, no matter the steps the entire point is that your magick is focused + sure.  Example, freezer spells can be used for many things, to banish people, freeze your assets, put a pause on a situationship, etc. Everyone has different techniques, but here’s how I like to do mine.

1. Have something to put your petition/written request on. Some people use jars, or other freezable bottles.  If you don’t have that a plastic tupperware dish works just fine!

2. You’ll need something to represent what you’re putting a hold on. If it’s a person, a photo or just their name written down will do.  If it’s money, you can write down an amount on the money and place it in the container.

3. Now for the liquid, depending on the spell you can use various liquids.  Doing a love freezer spell, a little sugar water or rose water goes a long way. Want to get someone off your back, vinegar, salt water, or even your own pee (yes, you read that right) can do wonders.

4. Seal it! You can seal your freezer spell by using candle wax! Black for banishing or red/pink if you’re doing something involving love.  Don’t have a candle, don’t worry you can also use aluminum foil (shiny side down) as a reflective/mirror tool.

Preparing yourself for spellwork can be simple or if you’re like me a whole ritual to do some magick!  Having a ritual is important and sacred, because it’s how you connect yourself to whatever you work with. In my workings, it depends on what time of day, what day of the week and moon phase. I check all of these things before doing any spellwork, because that is when I am most comfortable doing it.  Preparing yourself for any sort of magickal working should be when you are most comfortable! Don’t know where to start, here’s a few ideas of things you can do to create your own pre-spellwork ritual.

• A ritual bath - Gather up bath salts, CBD bath oil, herbs, essential oils, etc.  use ones that go with whatever intention you have set for yourself. A favorite of mine is Lavender, Rose, Chamomile, mint and epsom salt! Sometimes even just a nice soak with a bath bomb can do the trick as well. Washing away your worries and letting your body float into a meditative state is key!

• Light candles! Candles are one of my favorite parts of any ritual. I usually get candles that correspond to what I’m doing. When I want to pick up my spirits and invoke more self love, pink and red candles are my favorite!

• Pour yourself a glass of your favorite drink! If I’m doing a morning ritual, water or a nice protein packed smoothie! For evening, a nice glass of wine, water or my favorite pressed juice!

• Some witches + magick folk like to wear specific clothing! Some wear all white, or all black. Others wear color coordinated clothing. I like to wear what makes me comfortable, usually a comfortable dress or favorite PJ’s!

• Casting a circle! Circle casting is a way to hone in the magick in one space! Your circle is specifically your space to do your work. I like to pray, meditate, dance, sing, talk to Goddess, pull tarot, etc.

• Set up your work space! Set an area where you can’t be disturbed, if you live with others I suggest placing a sign on your bedroom door. Prepare your alter, light your candles, prepare your herbs if you’re using them. Do what feels natural to you and don’t worry about messing up!

  Speaking of messing up, there’s literally no right way to do your magick, just a way that works for you! Even if you’ve never created your own spell and use one that someone else has given you, that’s fine! You can always add and rewrite things to premade rituals and spells. The gift of magick is that it is special to the individual. Think of spellwork as a take home project, it’s your idea, your execution and effort! When you’re working a spell, you can do a lot with that. Some spells require you to do the work and then leave it to do its thing. Some spells you can add to over time! For instance, I recently did a money jar spell and I got the base idea from Lisa Marie Basile’s book “Light Magic for Dark Times”. I’ve added my own flare to it of course, but here’s what I did.

  You’ll need;

• A mason jar

• cinnamon, a whole bay leaf, crushed red pepper, cayenne pepper.

• Loose change/ dollars (you can also use shredded money!)

• a petition/written affirmation

• Pyrite

  Every time I have loose change or dollars in my pocket I add it to the jar. Feeding it’s energy and my own monetary needs! Money jars are great for those of you who want to bring a little cushion to your finances. Here’s the thing, money is an energy source and you shouldn’t fear it or be uncomfortable with it. To be fully into your magick workings you must first believe that you are deserving of whatever intention you have set. Rejoice in your magick and your connection to the universe.

  No matter what type of witch you are or spells you cast, remember that your magick lives within you! As above, so below. As within, so without!
  

Sex Magick 101 || Crystal Pleasure

By Sam Alder

When it comes to physical intimacy whether it be with a long-time partner or someone you’re

newly dating, expectations always seem to be held to a ridiculous standard. There’s immense

pressure to look perfect, to not sweat, to hide your extra belly fat, to be vocal, but not so loud

that you freak the other person out. Then there’s the ever-daunting goal to make sure you and

the other person have a seamless orgasm. These stressors will only create blockages, virtually

making it impossible to maintain a sense of clarity in your body, mind, and aura. Without that

clarity, it’s going to be that much more difficult to engage in an exchange of energy with

another person through an act of intimacy.

I’ve recommended crystal healing to several clients to aid them in their journey of self-

discovery, confidence, and professional success. There’s no reason why the same principles

can’t be applied to amplifying sexual energy. When presented with this topic I was so excited to

be fulfilling my dream of being Carrie Bradshaw adjacent a la Sex and the City (minus the whole

being a needy and horrible friend part). Am I promising you that with these crystals you are

going to evolve into a fiery sex goddess? While that would be dope, that’s not what I’m

promising. However, I can assure that with proper use coupled with a sense of conviction you

will be that much more clear headed, and forthright. These are my top three crystals to use for

better intimacy and how to best use them.

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Tiger’s Eye – boosts confidence, fuels passion, aids in balance.

Smoky Quartz – soothing properties, helpful for those with emotional wounds, assists with the

free flow of energy throughout the body

Carnelian – stimulates creativity, vitality, and promotes courage + positive choices. Stimulates

action

Each of these crystals have a direct association with the sacral chakra (lower abdomen). A

healthy and active sacral chakra can promote trust, sexuality, and grounded energy. I chose

each of these crystals because of their sacral relationship, I find that when it comes to sex and

intimacy the sacral chakra is the most important next to the crown and heart centers.

Make sure to cleanse all crystals, I prefer lighting sage or Palo Santo and allowing the smoke to

cover the crystals completely for a minute or so. Place the stone in your receiving hand (I’m

right handed so my left is my receiving) and set an intention. This doesn’t have to be anything

complicated just simply assign a statement to each crystal.

My favorites are: I welcome all forms of love into my life. I will always be loved and provided for.

Abundance and infatuation flows through me.

After that I recommend keeping the crystals close to you as possible, in your pocket, bra, bag

etc. The closer they are to your body the better they will work. When engaging in intimacy they

can remain in the space being placed on a nearby table. Note: crystals act as a sponge and soak

up all sorts of energy. Make sure to cleanse them often to maintain their integrity. Daily is

preferred.

While this entire article is about nourishing a frequency of passion with a partner, there’s

nothing more important than maintaining that same sense of fire within yourself.

Moving Forward || A Testimony of Never Giving Up On What's Yours

By Sam Alder

Like everyone, my life has had extreme ups and downs. There is nothing about my life story that is even remotely special or unique. But it’s mine, so when Kirsten asked me to write about a hardship that I successfully overcame I took a reflection period to really focus on what I wanted to share. This by far is going to be the rawest piece of writing I have ever composed, the following words are thoughts and feelings that I have only expressed to my inner self and to the closest people around me. 

I was recently listening to a podcast interview and the interviewee described a significant but also traumatic period of his life as his “underwater moment.” I loved the phrase so much I’m basing this entire submission on that phrase. We all have those events in our lives, and this is mine. I’m not asking for sympathy or attention from this piece. My only hope is that my writing brings some form of comfort to those of you currently venturing through your own underwater moment. I believe that a large portion of the triumphs that I have achieved thus far in my life have been obtained entirely on luck, my fiancé whole heartedly disagrees. He believes that my success is attributed to my determination and fear of failure, characteristics that he says not many people can adopt because they haven’t had to endure hardships of their own, himself included. I’m not so sure about his opinion but nevertheless my life events/choices got me to where I ‘am today. So, here it is, a glimpse into my underwater moment and how it ultimately was a blessing in disguise. 

I was raised by two blue collar workers with only highschool diplomas to their names, Rob and Sally. They were childhood neighbors, and I grew up in the same house where my mother was raised. Rome, NY is a small town outside of Syracuse, a city that remains haunted by the better days of economic success. The Airforce base is no longer active and the warehouses that use to house booming steel mills and factories are now just antiques lining the street. I didn’t have a fantastic high school experience, shocker who did? I was extremely active in after school activities and had an extensive group of friends. I was an adventurous kid but not a problem child. I was deeply insecure and I found refuge in humor, making other people laugh came natural to me and I saw it as a form of therapy. However, after my father was convicted of dealing drugs my senior year I started tobecome heavily labeled as a bad seed. 

The most fascinating aspect was that I didn’t receive ridicule from my peers, but instead from adults. Teachers, parents of friends, adults in my neighborhood all associated me with my father’s illegal actions, as if I was somehow involved. After the news broke about my father’s arrest it was as if every good deed I have ever done was stripped away as soon as his mugshot was printed in the local paper. Teacher’s looked at me with disdain and made comments about my personal life, my guidance counselor ignored my desire to attend a four-year college in NYC and instead supplied me with community college pamphlets. Even when my friends and I all applied for summer jobs through our town’s public park program I was denied every time while my friends were always hired and rehired each season. It doesn’t take a psychic to understand why I was always rejected. I was being out casted, almost as if I was marked with a scarlet A that was only visible to the locals. Being targeted in such a way feels incredibly isolating and degrading. Even more so because at the time I was an anxiety ridden teenager with crippling self-confidenceissues. I knew I needed to attend college and never move back to the small-minded town that I once called home. Not only did I want to start an amazing life for myself but I also wanted to prove to everyone that the daughter of a drug dealer can be something more than just a stereotype.  

I would be the first person in my family to go to college. As I intended, I enrolled in a four-year college in NYC. The summer before leaving I still faced scrutiny. My aspirations were highly criticized by parents of some of my friends. Even worse, this criticism was done directly to my face. Ignoring everyone’s comments four years passed and I graduated with a B.A in History and International Affairs in 2014. I graduated with no job prospects in sight, coming off fresh from interning in Maxim magazine’s editorial department. 

The thought of me returning to my hometown gave me incredible anxiety. I didn’t want to be labeled and ridiculed all over again. My fear and distaste for personal failure was so strong I would have done anything if it meant not returning home. After graduation, I moved in with a family member in CT to save money and look for work. I freelanced when I could for an author/activist, handling her blog and email marketing. Interviews came and went, but I didn’t want to settle for any job, I wanted to hold out for something that was more than just an assistant based role. It wasn’t until that I found myself in an altercation with the family member that I was living with that I was forced to leave their home in the middle of the night with all my belongings in the back of my Jeep. At that time, I only had $200 to my name. I could have drove home to my mother’s house but to me that was a sign that I failed. 

Instead, I couch surfed with friends and waitressed for a few months until I received my first full time positon as a marketing manager for a healthcare company. I stayed with the company for a year until I was recruited to join a new firm that offered me better pay and more responsibility. At this point, my life did become increasingly better, I was fully employed, far away from my hometown and the people who tormented me for years. However, I would be lying if I didn’t mention my experience with ageism, and sexism during this period, it was anything but perfect. I stayed focused, quiet, and alert over the course of those three years. Still making my way through my underwater moment. Fast forwarding to present day, I’m now a marketing manager working for an international market research company, responsible for their North American market. I completed my MBA, graduating with a 4.0 all while working in tandem. I also share a home with my fiancé and our rescue pitt mix Lainey and I’m so happy that I have found safety and unconditional love, aspects that I have not seen or felt in quite a while. 

If someone told me four years ago this was going to be my life in 2018 I would have laughed in their face. From my senior year of high school in 2014 all the way up to 2017 I experienced some deeply uncomfortable feelings of absolute despair and worry for my future. Returning home to work at our local Wal-Mart was never going to be an option, I wouldn’t allow it. But I would be lying if I told you I didn’t consider leaving everything behind to move out West, live under the radar for the next thirty years and teach yoga under a different name. I truly believe that my underwater moment was a blessing, for without it I wouldn’t be the person I ‘am today. Enduring that period taught me that those god fucking awful rough times do not last forever, eventually you come out on the other side. Several times during that period I felt so low I didn’t think my life could improve, let alone get to the place where I wanted it to be. It sounds so cliché but taking things one problem at a time, one day a time, and embracing each opportunity as it comes into your life is so important. Most of all, it feels really fucking good to not care what other people think. The amount of energy my younger self wasted on caring what people think could have powered the Manhattan skyline for the next fifty years. Not giving a fuck is truly a great feeling and Idon’t think I will ever be able to describe it well. 

If you learn anything from my experience know that your underwater moment is only temporary, and some people are completely unhappy with their lives and feel the need to project that sadness onto you. If I listened to even half of what was told to me by adults in high school god only knows where I would be now. Not successfully living out my dream of being an independent, and educated business woman that’s for damn sure. Keep your energy field clear and don’t let anyone’s cruelty and judgement stain your path to a more promising future for yourself. 

7 Gift Ideas for the Beauty Lover in Your Life

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Happy Christmas Eve Eve, everyone! We are just two days away from Christmas. And if you’re a procrastinator like me, you’re probably not done with your Christmas shopping yet. Or maybe you already got the wine connoisseur and witch in your life covered, but you’re still wondering what to get for the beauty guru in your life. Don’t worry! I got you covered with some last minute gift ideas that the beauty babe in your life will be sure to love.

1) FOREO Here & There Gift Set, $139

The FOREO Here & There gift set is a duo of the Perfect T-Sonic Cleansing Pair. The gift set includes the FOREO LUNA mini 2 and LUNA play facial cleansing brushes, both in the color fuchsia. The FOREO LUNA mini 2 is suitable for all skin types, has eight adjustable massage intensities, and is rechargeable with up to 300 uses per charge. The FOREO LUNA play is travel-friendly sized, non-rechargeable version of the LUNA mini 2. Both facial cleansing brushes will eliminate impurities and bring a brighter complexion. The beauty love in your life will be grateful for this holiday glow!

2) Benefit Cosmetics Bomb Ass Brows! By Desi Perkins Set, $59

Your beauty babe will be jumping for joy when they open this value gift set by Benefit Cosmetics and Desi Perkins. Bomb Ass Brows! is a limited-edition, rose gold set of Benefit brow products selected by beauty guru, Desi Perkins. The gift set contains Foolproof Brow Powder, Precisely My Brow Pencil, High Brow Highlight & Lift Pencil, 24-hour Brow Setter Shaping & Setting Gel, ka-BROW! Cream-Gel Eyebrow Color with Brush, as well as an angled brow brush and spoolie. With their #eyebrowsonfleek, the beauty lover in your life will definitely be thanking you for this bomb ass gift set.

3) Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Gift Trio, $120

Another gift set the beauty lover in your life will love is the Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb gift trio. This gift set contains perfume, shower gel, and body cream — all in the popular Flowerbomb scent. Whether they spritz some perfume, use the shower gel or the body cream, your beauty lover will be smelling like an explosion of floral scents and will surely get compliments.

4) Charlotte Tilbury Bar of Gold Highlighting Palette, $58

The Charlotte Tilbury Bar of Gold Highlighting Palette is probably the next best thing to receiving actual gold for Christmas. The Bar of Gold highlighting palette features three must-have highlighting shades — original Bar of Gold, soft pink-tinted rose gold, and deep shimmer bronze-gold. The three shades work together to illuminate, slim, and sculpt the face.

5) Lush Cosmetics Snow Fairy Gift Set, $35.95

The beauty babe in your life will be happy for some R&R time with the Lush Cosmetics Snow Fairy wrapped gift set. This Christmas gift comes with four enchanting treats with Lush Cosmetics’ famous bubblegum scent — Snow Fairy bath bomb, Magic Wand bubble bar, Snow Fairy shower gel, and Snow Fairy body conditioner. After some self-care time using this gift set, the beauty lover in your life will be smelling and smiling like a snow fairy.

6) ColourPop Fa-la-la-Flawless Eye & Mini Lip Set, $30

Your beauty lover will also enjoy this bundle set from ColourPop. The Fa-la-la-Flawless Eye & Mini Lip Set includes peachy nudes from the Strike Twice mini size kit and Rockin’ Around kit. The Strike Twice mini size kit comes with five mini liquid lippies in the shades Fantasia, Zuma, Champagne Mami, Magic Wand, and Take a Pixie. The Rockin’ Around kit is a Super Shock Shadow Trio in the shades Goodbye Butterfly, Polly, and Buzzin. Your beauty babe will be feeling just peachy with these new eyeshadows and lippies.

7) Kora Organics Rose Quartz Heart Facial Gua Sha, $58

What better way to say “I love you” than with a heart-shaped facial sculptor made out of rose quartz? Kora Organics’ Rose Quartz Heart Facial Gua Sha is a beautifying stone that uses traditional Eastern treatments to enhance circulation and skin tone, reduces puffiness, and evens out fine lines and wrinkles. Not only is rose quartz a pretty color, but it also stimulates the heart chakra, bringing love and healing. The beauty babe in your life will be delighted to add this tool to their skincare regimen!

These are just a few of many gift ideas for the beauty lover in your life. If you have any other beauty gift ideas, let us know in the comments!

Five Gifts To Get The Witch In Your Life || Holiday Gift Guide

by Kirsten Renee

No matter what you celebrate this holiday season nothing says “I love you most” like gift giving! Every witch (old and young) loves to be thought of, especially when we get gifts that aid our specific crafts! With Yule, Kwanzaa, Christmas & other December holidays roll through it is easy to get confused about who gets what gift! Don’t you worry pal, I’ve got you covered for the mystic in your life. I’ve gathered a short shopping guide for those of you who have no idea how to buy for a witch!

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1. Crystals

Crystal healing is one of the many forms of healing within the spiritual community. Crystals not only provide different healing properties, but they’re also very pretty to look at! Don’t know anything about crystals that’s fine! Here’s a few basic crystals that you can purchase for your friends who like to do a little healing.

• Rose Quartz : Creativity , Calm, Love, Raises self love

• Citrine: Confidence, Passion, Manifestation, Abundance

• Clear Quartz: Clarity, Transformation, Cleansing, Harmony

• Selenite: Expand awareness, Motivation, Stimulates brain activity

• Tigers Eye: Brings order, Balance, Strength, Enhances personal power

2. Tarot Cards

Not every witch uses Tarot as their preferred form of divination, however it is by far one of the most popular forms. Tarot reading has been done for CENTURIES and many mystic’s use them in their practice. I, for one am a huge fan of tarot and use it every day in my personal practice + in my business.

Here’s a few tarot decks that you can pick up for your intuitive friend!

• The Illuminated Tarot

• The Slutist Tarot

• The Osho Zen Tarot
  

• The Rider-Waite Deck

• The Ok Tarot

3. A Visa Gift Card

Seriously, Witches love money because sometimes it costs money to get spell supplies! If you’re a proclaimed Dollar Tree witch like myself, then you understand! Sometimes we don’t just have random candles, Herbs, Jars, etc just laying around! You want to show your love for a witch, support her spell fund!

4. A Giftcard To a Bookstore

Witches love a good book and with so many witches publishing quality content these days there’s A LOT of books to add to the collection. So many books to choose from like;

• “The House Witch” by Arin Murphy-Hiscock

• “The Modern Herbal Dispensatory: A Medicine-Making Guide” by Thomas Easley, Steven Horne (Paperback)

• “Wurkn Dem Rootz: Ancestral Hoodoo” by Medicine Man (Paperback)

• “CRAFT” by Gabriela Herstik

• “Jambalaya: The Natural Woman's Book of Personal Charms and Practical Rituals” by Luisah Teish

• “Material Girl, Mystical World: The Now Age Guide to a High-Vibe Life” by Ruby Warrington

5. A Journal or Planner

Witches get shit done + 2019 is going to be a busy year for everyone! Help your favorite witch get ready for an exciting year by picking up a journal or workbook! Here’s a few top notch Journals and Planners to pick up.

• An Erin Condren Life Planner

• A 2019 Passion Planner

• Llewellyn’s 2019 Witches ‘ Datebook

• Pretty Simple Planner

• Coloring Book of Shadows: Planner for a Magical 2019 by Amy Knapp

Gift giving is such a beautiful form of showing love to the people who mean the most to you. No matter what you celebrate, the language of gift giving isn’t exclusive to the holidays! Have a happy solstice witches!

What Needs To Be Said || December 18' Tarotscopes

by Kirsten Renee

It’s amazing how fast 2018 has gone by and how much we all have shifted into new people. It’s like we (as a collective) have all had to force our shadows out of its hiding place in order to figure out what we kept missing. It’s been quite the year, but there’s still another three weeks left and those three weeks are pivotal to our survival in 2019! How great is that? Our hard work and healing doesn’t heal now, in fact it continues to grow and shift itself into abundance over the next couple of months. Reflect on what you have gone through this year and how that has led you to this next level of life. You’re not alone in this fight for success pal and you know that, look around everyone around is doing whatever they need to in order to be what they were sent here to be.

In this year alone so much change has happened and it’s not going to stop any time soon! The cosmic energy that we’re experiencing is the exact type of juju we need to get the ball rolling. That feeling of “coming into your own” is vibrating beneath us and you better catch up with it before it’s too late. Keep your mind sharp and your eyes on the creations that will get you far into your chosen path. Focus your energy on doing things that uplift and motivate you to become a person that you can count on. This year we talked a lot about being our own parents and taking responsibility for our actions. How have you done that? What did you need to heal this year in order to release old wounds? How has healing that trauma helped you in the present? These are the questions that can help you make sense of all that has happened over the last 12 months!

Keep in mind that healing never ends and neither does growing up. It’s okay to be older, wiser and more efficient in how you play this game called life. It’s also okay to get help and guidance from others whenever you need it. Be honest about your healing and what you need in order to process it all!

Sagittarius

Four of Pentacles (Reversed) + Ace of Swords (Reversed)

It’s time to get serious about your shit Sagittarius and I mean that in the most loving way possible. You’re so used to having others take care of your needs that you’ve forgotten how to do it yourself. Listen, it’s absolutely fine to be adored and fawned over but don’t lose sight of the fact that you’re responsible for your own actions. It’s easy to place the blame on others when things go wrong, but at what point are you going to recognize your own hand in the pot. Sure, you may not have been the ultimate master of deception, but staying silent makes you a player in the game.

Take this advice going into the new year, if you want something different do something different. Be wise and allow yourself to be present in the life that you’ve created for yourself. Forge ahead with a sense of determination not recklessness. It’s all fun and games until you realize that putting all of your energy into other people is nothing but a form of neglect of your own needs. You can’t get mad at the world for doing you dirty, The Universe gets all of its cues on how to act from you. Be mindful of that as you move forward into 2019.

Capricorn

Queen of Wands + Six of Pentacles

You’ve been so wrapped up in your own mess this year Cappie and it’s time to give yourself (and your heart!) a break. This year has been emotionally straining and even though you’ve made it through there seems to be something missing. Being the independent sign that you are, you’re used to not relying on anyone to help you. However, don’t forget that you’ve got friends and family who worry about your well being all the time. Reach out to those you trust and love, because you’re going to need them in the new year.

2018 may have been rough and you could have easily given up on all of the things that you want for yourself. Because you are who you are, quitting has never been an option for you, but you don’t have to struggle alone. There’s a community behind you wanting you to succeed and will be there guiding you as you do. Don’t be too prideful to admit when you need a helping hand, it’s time to turn to the community that you’re apart of.

Aquarius

Temperance (Reversed) + The Sun

Oh Aquarius, it’s not your fault that this year has been one big ass clusterfuck. You’re in the beginning stages of a life changing transformation and now isn’t the time to get lost in the semantics of it all. This year has highlighted areas of your life that have needed a little TLC. Where you lack balance and stability, The Universe has decided to lend you a helping hand and shine a light on what you’re still not seeing. There’s no reason for you to keep ignoring what you need, acting as if nothing is wrong is exactly why you are where you are. Being honest with yourself about your current journey isn’t a bad thing, even if that means owning up to things you might not like about yourself.

If it’s self confidence that you’re lacking don’t worry sweets, once you make note of the things that you’ve seemed to have forgotten. Your area of self acceptance and understanding will sky rocket into a more positive direction as long as you remain faithful in journey to self care. Find balance in all areas of your life so that in 2019 you can focus on building a solid foundation based on truth. Your task for 2019 is to keep that same energy all year long, don’t lose sight of what you want or how to make it happen for yourself. Aquarius, you’re going to be okay just breathe your way into the new year.

Pisces

The Emperor + Jack of Swords

It’s time to get serious about what you want out of this life Pisces and you know it. Stop waiting for some sign from The Universe to tell you what you need. You’re an adult and in order for you to move into a new transition, you first need to figure out what it is that you want to do. When it comes to taking charge, it’s hard for you to do that simply because you have a tendency to fear unknown territories. It’s not well to wait for some miracle to happen, get your ass up and let the unknown know what it is that you need. It’s time for you to take charge of your destiny little fish. Yes, it can be hard and it will probably throw you way out of your comfort zone, but it’s something that you must do. Especially if you want the tides to change in 2019 and every year afterwards.

In the spirit of the holidays, “make a list and check it twice” because you need to have an actual plan for your life that doesn’t include self doubt and sabotage. Be mindful of what you think about yourself and your wants, you are deserving Pisces even if you don’t think you are. It’s discouraging to those around you who see all of your potential as you seem to forget that it’s there. You constantly seek change, but refuse to do what it takes to be different. You’re loved, but get your head out of the sand my dear because your time for self loathing is over. It’s time to pick up the pieces of your shadow and stop allowing whatever demons you think you still carry to move on.

Aries

Queen of Pentacles + Three of Wands

Hey Aries, it’s time to talk about your spending habits and why you need to focus more on stacking than spending. You’ve got big goals and to get what you need you need to save your coin! You’re used to not worrying about funds or being able to shower your loved ones with lavish gifts. If it’s money on your mind, it’s time to use that brain of yours for good. You sit on an mountain of talent and you know it. You’re a genius who has multiple talents in different subject areas, use that to your advantage love. It’s time to pick up a side hustle to fund your extravagant lifestyle. You like the finer things in life and see no reason why you can’t ball on budget. That’s all fine and dandy Aries, but if you’re not careful you’ll find yourself in more debt than your flashy ass can handle.

Be smart about your money in 2019 and where you spend it. You’re never one to handle being broke, but you’re headed that way if you don’t get it together. “Work a little so that you can ball a lot” that should be the motto you keep for the remainder of this year and well into 2019. There’s nothing wrong with being a bit frugal and if that means cutting back on certain things than do so. Find new ways to not only save money, but to make some extra funds! Sell some clothes, books or artwork to make a little extra spending money. It’s time to get hella serious about your financial situation because if you don’t do it now, The Universe will definitely find a way to humble you.

Taurus

King of Cups + Judgement

Be gentle with your experiences so far Taurus, you’re used to things going your way but now not so much. It’s scary when the plan you’ve made for yourself doesn’t work out, but you must remember that most times that’s a good thing. You can’t plan out every little thing that will happen in your day to day life. Yes, you crave and thrive off of structure but at what point do you get tired of disappointment? Stop planning for failure/success to happen and just let yourself live in the unknown for a bit. What you need is a hard dose of reality earth sign and deep down you know that. You’re the only person who can change how you view this world you live in.

Find peace within knowing that you’ve got family and friends who love you. However, there’s only so much other people can say to you about being positive and not letting your head get you down. You’re in control of your narrative Taurus and you’re not as down in the dumps as you keep telling yourself. Once you learn that your thoughts have a direct link to what you manifest for yourself it’ll be easier to see the bigger picture. Being self deprecating can get old and it eventually you will become exactly what you say about yourself. If all you focus on are the negatives don’t expect any good to come to you. The universe gives exactly what you ask for, so be very careful when you speak.

Gemini

Ace of Swords (Reversed) + Queen of Pentacles

At what point are you going to stop playing yourself, you’re a natural born leader but you tend to let others make decisions for you. Listen Gemini, it’s time you be aware of the fact that nobody knows what you need better than you and at some point you need to step up to the plate. You love to talk about your sense of independence and freedom, but when’s the last time you actually practiced what you preach? Don’t be scared to go your own way Gem’s, the farther you get into doing your own thing the better off you’ll be. It’s not like you don’t know what you want, you’re just not used to being by yourself to get there. You’ve done well to stand up for yourself this year and it hasn’t gone unnoticed by those who care for your.

There’s no need to fear your power, but be mindful that you can easily let it go to your head if you’re not careful. You know just how easy it is for you to persuade others into doing what you want them to do. People flock to you but it’s up to you to be truthful about your intentions. Don’t let the power of persuasion go to your head sweets, because you’ll be asking for trouble the second that it does. Remember the influence that you have can be good or bad, so be smart when you lead the masses into battle.

Cancer

Six of Swords + Seven of Wands

You’ve worked your entire ass off this year and it’s finally paying off. Rejoice in the fact that your efforts are not lost and your prayers haven’t gone unanswered Cancer. 2018 has been a hard journey on you for sure, but if you think about it you needed this downtime. Your future selves growth depends on how you’ve handled this years challenging waters. No matter what has happened over the last 12 months, nothing can compare to the satisfaction of leveling up and experiencing divine transformation. Through all of the drama and hardships you somehow managed to not only come out on top, but not even sweat a little bit. That’s called growth and you’re the prime example of what it can look like.

Now, let’s not get cocky or anything Cancer just because you’re doing well doesn’t mean that life is suddenly rainbows and unicorn farts for you. You’re still going to face quite a lot of battles in this life of yours, but now you know just how equipped you are to handle whatever is thrown your way. Don’t ever forget that with ascension comes even more trials and tribulations that often set you up for future success. Don’t forget that you’re able to push through this life of yours, simply because the community that you’ve cultivated for yourself won’t allow you fall.

Leo

The Sun + The High Priestess

2018 has been the best year for you Leo, you’ve really gotten the recognition that you often crave. You were born to be in the spotlight and this year was just the beginning for an exciting chapter in your life. Whether you actively searched for places that will throw you into the big leagues or you happened upon it by chance. Do yourself a favor and take in this moment because you deserve it, the work you do is super important. You’re being recognized for all of the great things that you’ve created and for that you should pat yourself on the back.

Don’t get to cocky though little lion, there’s still more work to be done. Just because you’ve got a little clout that doesn’t mean you can slip up on your work. Don’t forget to keep your eye on the prize and plan accordingly because the plan that you make now will set you up for 2019. Next years level of success isn’t going to come without a lot of hard work and patience, yes you got a taste of that this year. Don’t think it’s always going to be like this though, you’re being prepped to become the starlit that you’ve always dreamt of being. However, it is well to remember that with fame comes a lot of sacrifice and hard ass work . . . Don’t throw your chance away of being what you always wanted to be, now is not the time to be shy!

Virgo

The Tower + Queen of Pentacles

It’s about time you got your shit together Virgo and 2018 didn’t really give you a choice as to what you were going to do. Who’s to say that a little divine intervention didn’t save your life this year. You’re so used to only listening to what you think is best and this year showed you just how wrong you were. You’ve always felt like you’ve had everything under control and maybe at some point you did. This isn’t one of those times Virgo and the only lesson you need to know is that if you resist change you’ll always be miserable . You can’t stay the same forever and deep down you know that. You know that in order to move forward you must be able to heal what needs attention within.

It’s time you found comfort within yourself, because you’re the only one who feels as if the world is against them. Take better care of your emotions and mental state by acknowledging them when they first arrive, you don’t always have to be so damn tough (or moody!). There’s always plenty of jokes about you being the old spinster of the group, but it seems like there may be some truth behind that little detail. It’s no one’s job to pull the truth out of you, it’s time you start offering up information willingly. Your mood swings and knack for not wanting any to get to close is going to lead you down a lonely road if you’re not careful. Be gentle with yourself Virgo, you’re more loveable than what you think are.

Libra

Ten of Pentacles (Reversed) + The Chariot (Reversed)

It’s about time you’ve caught up with the rest of the world Libra, you like to live in a land of fantasy and this year snapped you right out of that. This year might not have been the greatest for you and that’s exactly what you’ve needed! That sounds harsh right? Well trust me, when you recognize that your truth lies beneath all of the antics that you like to indulge in you’ll come out of this funk. You’re constantly battling between what you know is fact and what you wish would would happen in your life. Libra, you’re so good at taking care of those around you, now it’s time to put that energy back into yourself. All year long you’ve felt that nagging truth settling somewhere deep within you and now you can’t deny its existence.

Those battling forces that you've found yourself in between are really just your conscious and subconscious asking you to make a choice. When you look in the mirror and see yourself are you seeing your truth or the version of yourself that you created in order to protect yourself? See Libra, when you really think about it you do everything that you do in order to not face the truth about your own life. Now isn’t the time to play pretend or act as if nothing is bothering you, it’s about time you start letting the world see your truth. Those around you can only take so much of your need to force your insecurities onto them and you know it. Stop waiting for someone else to do your soul work, you’re an adult now and it’s up to you to make those necessary changes in yourself.

Scorpio

The Fool + Five of Swords (Reversed)

Do yourself a favor and let go of those petty grudges you tend to hold onto Scorpio. You’re better than that and you’re above the situations that have caused you heartache over the year. Being petty is only fun for so long and once you realize that you’re doing nothing but allowing that hurt and anger to simmer longer than necessary you can move on. Throw yourself into moving forward with a new pep in your step because you deserve to move forward without any ties to drama. Whether or not things have been resolved your job is to find comfort in knowing that you did all that you could in the situation. Not everyone deserves your love, but forgiveness comes only when you’re truly ready to let go of anger, Whether or not you’re ready to forgive those who have wronged you, is entirely up to you.

If all you feel is resentment for someone all you need to do is walk away and not look back. You’re no longer in the position to keep up the drama anymore, simply because your not with the shits anymore. It’s simple really, your reactions to other peoples actions isn’t going to change the outcome of what happened. It can and will however, determine what karmic patterns find themselves in your life. Is that what you want Scorpio? Do you want to continuously be thrown into petty situations with people who you claim not to care about? Check your ego when it comes to moving on from relationships, it’s easy to point fingers and throw tantrums when you’re upset. Be above the drama, above the noise and watch just how fast you’ll move on from what bothers you.

Kirsten Renee is an intuitive tarot reader based in Atlanta, GA. Book a session with Kirsten to dive deeper into your own personal journey!

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Thank You, Next! || A Dark Moon in Sagittarius Intuitive Tarot Message

by Kirsten Renee

The most important thing that you should remember right now is that you’re worthy of success. 2018 has been a year of revision and that alone means that we’ve all had to face A LOT of harsh truths about what your life actually is. This has been a time of major shifts and as we wind down into December we’re coming out of that fog with a pep in our step. Sagittarius’ fiery fun uplifts us as the sun sits in the sign and today’s Dark moon also lays in Sagittarius. It’s not the time to stand by on the sidelines, you’re ready for that grand adventure you’ve been wanting! Expanding your horizons and going beyond what you normally see is the way to improve what. Avoid the knack for not believing in yourself because a little a faith is all that you need,

It’s time to set a solid foundation for what you actually want and make that shit stick! It’s all fun and games to set intention but unless you’re putting that physical work in, your intentions were for nothing. The Dark moon in Sagittarius brings in a need to recognize the bigger picture, and a hyper focus on your place in this world. It’s absolutely okay to rebrand yourself, staying the same isn’t apart of ascending. You have got to recognize when it’s time for you to move forward and into a new version of yourself.

In some ways, you’ve allowed yourself to dream bigger than you ever have before. Keep that same energy as we move through the end of this year. Get tunnel vision when it comes to your goals, because there’s an outside force ready to push you into greatness. The universe is ready to help you, all you have to do is ask.

What To Expect With The Moon in Sagittarius?

Let the good times roll! This particular moon phase is bringing in the most explosive energy and new moments for you. Here are a few life transits that may make their way into your life during this phase.

• Hunger For Adventure : Make those plans for 2019 (i.e. Vision Boards, Bucket List, New Planner, etc).

• Wanting New Experiences: Whether you want a new job or are wanting to go back to school, now is the PERFECT time to look into what you need to do.

• Expanding Your Worldview: With a heavy shift in politics and world issues, maybe it’s time for you to put yourself out into your community. Use your voice, platform and connections to make positive strides within your community.

Tarot Message.

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1. What’s Coming?

   • The Wheel of Fortune

The thing about luck is that it constantly evolves and switches paths. With that being said, if you want your luck to change do something that will make the universe see that serious. You can always influence what happens in your life and for that reason alone it’s time you show up for your aspirations. Only you know what you need in order to move ahead in this lifetime, find your courage and forge ahead. Life is too short to not be making the best of each moment!

2. What Do You Need To Let Go Of?

• 7 of Cups (Reversed)

To move forward you must be willing to let go of bad habits and old ways of thinking. You’re not going to be able to see what’s next for you if you’re too busy holding on to previous versions of yourself. Like any good relationship, being honest with yourself is what needs to be happening now. How have you shown up for yourself and your needs recently? The 7 of Cups Reversed is a reminder that you won’t get anywhere in this life of yours if you’re unwilling to recognize what needs to be worked on.

3. Dark Moon in Sagittarius Message.

• The Empress + 3 of Cups + Queen of Pentacles

Don’t forget to celebrate your achievements of this year, although this year was heavy many triumphant moments stood tall. You are blessed with the chance to nurture your talents and heart with clarity and outstanding talents. Don’t be afraid to be in control of what you need and remember to be gentle with your healing. It doesn’t happen overnight, nor does it always happen at a rapid pace. Be the joy that seek and allow that to be your truth!

11 Women who Broke Barriers in the 2018 Midterm Elections

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As Queen Bey once said, “Who run the world? Girls."

And really, we run this motha’ because so many women broke barriers in the 2018 midterm elections. The female candidates running for Congress came from different backgrounds — from veterans to teachers. It was also a night of many firsts — from the first Native American women in Congress, to the first female governors in some states. According to the Washington Post, “Women have never held more than 84 of the 435 seats in the House.”

Before Election Night, USA Today had estimated that at least 118 women would be elected into Congress. Although results are not yet finalized, two things are certain — 1) women will be serving Congress in record numbers and 2) Democrats are regaining control of the House. To celebrate these successes, here’s a breakdown of some women who’ve broken barriers in the 2018 midterm elections.

11 Women who Broke Barriers in the 2018 Midterm Elections

1) Stacey Abrams (Dem)

With the support of President Obama and Oprah Winfrey, Stacey Abrams ran to become the first black female governor in Georgia and all of the US.

2) Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (Dem)

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is the US Representative for New York’s 14th Congressional District. At 29-years-old, the Latina is the youngest woman ever elected into Congress.

3) Deb Haaland (Dem)

Former Chair of the Democratic Party in New Mexico, Deb Haaland, is one of the first Native American women elected into Congress.

4) Sharice Davids (Dem)

In addition to being one of the first Native American women elected into Congress, Sharice Davids is also Kansas’ first openly gay representative.

5) Rashida Tlaib (Dem)

Former member of the Michigan House of Representatives, Rashida Tlaib, is the first Muslim woman elected into Congress.

6) Marsha Blackburn (Rep)

Marsha Blackburn is the first female senator coming from Tennessee.

7) Chrissy Houlahan (Dem)

Chrissy Houlahan, an Air Force Veteran, was elected as the US Representative for Pennsylvania’s 6th Congressional District.

8) Mikie Sherrill (Dem)

Mikie Sherrill, a former US Navy helicopter pilot and former federal prosecutor, was elected as the US Representative for New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District.

9) Abigail Spanberger (Dem)

Abigail Spanberger, a former CIA operative, defeated Republican Dave Brat and was elected as the US Representative for Virginia’s 7th Congressional District.

10) Laura Kelly (Dem)

Laura Kelly defeated Republican Kris Kobach in the race for Kansas’ governor.

11) Gretchen Whitmer (Dem)

Gretchen Whitmer, the newly elected Governor of Michigan, flipped the state’s party from Republican to Democrat.

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It’s safe to say that women dominated the 2018 midterm elections. Despite the record breaking numbers, women are still underrepresented in Congress. This is just the turning point and we still have a ways to go. We need to keep on pushing and empowering each other. After all, there is definitely strength in numbers.

Be Your Own Parent || A Full Moon in Taurus Ritual and Intuitive Tarot Message

by Kirsten Renee

“It was worth it then, it is worth it now and it’s going to be worth it.”

- Full Moon Affirmation

Recently I’ve been having a lot of conversations about parenting and backgrounds. As people we tend to forget that at some point we become responsible for our own selves. As children it was our parents or guardians responsibilities to care for us and to make sure that we were fed, had clothes, went to school, etc. it was their job to make sure that we had the basic life necessities. Those moments as children have led us into our adult years and now some of those ways need to be rewritten for many reasons. First of all, you’re the ONLY one that is responsible for yourself now and if that scares you that’s fine. Don’t let that fear stop you from doing what needs to be done though. Maybe you didn’t have the best childhood or your parents didn’t teach you how to be a functioning person. It’s now on you to correct whatever trauma they placed upon you or you can keep dysfunctional cycles going.

It’s never too late to change your narrative or find yourself seeking solid ground, it’s okay. The great thing about The Universe and Goddess is that when you put in the work, the reward comes. You’re the best partner you have so don’t sabotage yourself due to fear and laziness. Your most important job should be the care and love that you have for yourself. If you’re not well in every way then how do you expect for anything to get done. You’ve got bills to pay, you’ve got work to do and some of y’all have children of your own to care for. You’ve got responsibility to yourself to make sure that you live the BEST life that you want. Do yourself a favor and show up when you need to.

Growth comes with the understanding that you’re going to go through shit. You’re going to be pushed down and it’s probably going to hurt. . . A lot. You’re also going to be triumphant and joyful because of the new heights you will reach. Becoming who you are means accepting who you are not and once you realize that you will be able to accept the change that comes. Move forward knowing that the life that you want is full and rich. You’re the best thing that could happen to your goals and life’s purpose. Everything must be balanced in order to even out the playing field. You’ve got to feel the sadness with the happy, go from wet to dry, be hungry and full. Every action has a reaction and with that you make the choice of what outcome you are willing to accept. What are you doing that is aiding what it is that you want? Align your actions with your deepest desires and you’ll be sure to reach your goals.

Intuitive Tarot Message

The High Priestess (Reversed) + 6 of Swords

In order to move forward you must learn discipline and patience. Whether you’re wanting to move forward in your career, relationship or in whatever placement you are in life. When it comes to juggling life and all of the components that come with it. Life can be overwhelming and the simple fact that you’re alive should motivate you to not get stressed by it. You’ve got time to do what needs to be done, you just have to make it happen. Growth and moving forward through life is a direct result of the choices we make. If you’re wanting to run your own business but you’re not putting any work in your “business” will be just an idea.

The way that you move behind the ideas and goals you create is what makes it happen. The universe influences what moves, it aids the motions that we create for ourselves. You’re not going to get the help you want without putting in some work. True elevation starts with recognizing in order to see what’s next you’ve got to leave things behind. Like the snake sheds so do you and it’s okay for you to want that for yourself. There’s nothing wrong with change or being someone new, you can reinvent yourself as many times as you see fit. Just be sure that you’re doing it all for yourself and not to fit any one else’s ideals of who you should be.

Full Moon Tarot Spread + Ritual

October’s Full Moon ritual is very simple and can be done during the day or night! I personally enjoy doing my moon rituals right before the sun comes up, I like the in between light and dark. This ritual will be focusing on what actions we need to take in order to align with our desires. This ritual is super simple and doesn’t require a lot of items, nor do you have to do anything elaborate.

What you’ll need

1. Notebook/ Notepad

2. Your favorite pen

3. A warm drink

4. Your favorite crystals

5. An open heart

Make sure that you’re in a quiet space and somewhere you won’t be disturbed by anyone. Do whatever you need in order to quiet your mind and connect to spirit. During this time you can shuffle your deck, meditate, do yoga, dance, etc. anything that helps bring you closer to source and allow you to be open with yourself.

During this spread you’re going to focus on six questions;

Ritual

Full Moons are a great time to release things and step into new phases. Life is all about moving forward and allowing ourselves the chance to face what we keep hidden. The things that go bump in our hearts and what we know can no longer be a part of our world. Growth means to uproot at times and that can be scary, during ritual allow those fears to be removed as well. You are infinite and alive, you are deserving of everything you wish to create.

You can do your full moon ritual any way you want to! You can mix around my steps and even skip them if they don’t resonate with what you’re doing! This particular banishing ritual has no time limit and can be done at any time. Whenever you need to get through something fire magick is a great tool to utilize!

Step 1: Ground yourself - Sit in silence, call out to whatever entity you connect and have a relationship with.

Step 2: Write a list of things you want to disconnect from and burn it.

• Invision each thing fading into the unknown as you watch your paper burn!

• If you can’t use fire, you can write the list on toilet paper and flush it!

Step 3: Give thanks your spirit guides/angels/ancestors for hearing you and guiding you.

Step 4: Eat something light, dance around, take a shower, or do something relaxing!

This ritual is super simple, you can add your own steps or just do this one! No matter what you do this Full Moon in Taurus remember that you are infinite and deserving. No matter if you do ritual, practice sex magick or even just decide to do nothing your magick is potent!

Blessed be!

Letting Go and Moving on || October '18 Tarotscopes

by Kirsten Renee

The world is slowing down, we feel the effects that Fall brings in strong. When the leaves fall so do our walls, our need to not be true to ourselves disappears. October is the month where the line that separates light and dark disappears into the abyss. I’ve been thinking a lot about Death and the 4 of Wands, how transcending is what life is. We move ourselves through time and space, creating lives for ourselves. Recognizing that whether our lives be good or unfortunate is up to us. Leaving things behind isn’t a bad, you’re supposed to move through life shifting and moving through different phases.

The pathway that YOU choose is entirely based upon the decisions that YOU make for yourself. If shit hasn’t been working out for you it’s time to switch up things. Sturdy foundations start with knowing what we want and taking the time to make it happen. Living within your purpose can go a long way. The thing to remember is that you will stumble, you’ll backtrack, you will face obstacles and sometimes shit sucks. If what you want is worth anything to you, you’ll realize that all of those moments help you learn what to do in the next step. Every day, every moment is different and wonderful in its own way. How magickal is that? To know that each day when you wake up, something will be different.

When people think of October, they think of one thing in particular; death. It may be used as a fear tactic for Halloween decorations. However death itself is a lot broader than what most slasher films have you believing. The ideal that death is this scary and unfortunate thing isn’t true at all. Death is just another transition that is inevitable, like life it just happens. We experience deaths more frequent than we believe, it surrounds us like the light drizzle on a rainy day. We watch the leaves fall every season, we drive by the roadkill on dark roads, we throw things away… Everything has cycles and all cycles come to an end. That also goes for the phases of your life, eventually you leave behind childish ideas and turn them into something new. Sometimes people get so afraid of what’s next that they prolong the ending of something.

It’s okay to let go and move forward, it is okay to be afraid and to not be. You get to make that choice, but make sure that the choice you make isn’t out of fear. When you make choices out of fear, you’re not honoring what it is that you really need. Be sure and truthful about why you move the way that you do.

Libra

5 of Swords + The Tower

Happy birthday Libra! The sun has settled nicely into your sign and we all get to celebrate you! This month you feel on fire, which for a floaty air sign like yourself can feel overwhelming. Now isn’t the time to shy away from being seen Libra, you like to be around people so don’t deny yourself that freedom. Enjoy this month and remember why you work so hard to have the things that you do. You have the need to always search for balance, when in fact if you would just learn how to exist within yourself you would find just that. It’s perfectly okay to play around and gamble small things, but when you find yourself losing control and stuffing yourself with useless things. It may be time to sit back and ask yourself why you feel the need to hoard so much stuff that you don’t need.

Whether you’re an emotional hoarder, a physical one or somewhere in between now is the perfect time to stop holding onto so much and do some much needed fall cleaning. If you’re REALLY ready to go to that next step in your life, you’ve got to acknowledge whatever you already have going on. Life can be fun, but you have to accept what comes when you’re having a little too much fun.

Scorpio

The Lovers (Reversed) + Ace of Swords

Tis the season for Scorpios to unleash themselves onto us all. Venus Retrograde is happening right now in the sultry sign of Scorpio and The Sun will shift its way into Scorpio on October 23rd. If you find yourself willingly taking to someone, let it happen boo. You deserve to have a whirlwind romance with someone that actually gets you, especially if that someone is you! Dive deep into the world of feelings and allow yours to be heard and felt. Now I don’t mean go blowing up at everyone around you. Take this time to explore your boundaries and what it is that you can and can’t take.

Scorpio’s have been known to be kinky little things and maybe that’s something that you should really dive deep into. What do your inhibitions look like? Have you been letting your mind drift off to darker, more closed spaces? Do yourself a favor and test out the waters, forge ahead with an honest and open curiosity. Who knows you may find yourself locked into something new that opens you up like never before. As always, be cautious though because everything that is alluring isn’t always real.

Sagittarius

Ace of Swords + 10 of Pentacles (Reversed)

It’s time to get your life in order Sag and I say that in the nicest way possible. You’re often the caretaker of everyone around you, but now it’s time to take care of yourself. Don’t stretch yourself so thin that you can’t somehow come back from it all. Don’t fret though, this intense wave of uncertainty will pass if you let it flow naturally. Do not force your feelings to be anything other than what they are, but be mindful of who you unload those feelings on. It can be easy to get wrapped up in your own world Sagittarius and you’ve been known to do that. Just be mindful that everyone around you is going through moments of their own and that’s okay too.

It’s hard to not be self centered right now and you can be that if that’s what you wish to do. The thing with you sometimes is that it can be hard to express yourself to anyone other than your own ears. There are people who care for you and if you let them take care of you, what you’re going through won’t be so challenging. Be smart about how you express yourself these days, going to the extreme will likely cause more damage than it should.

Capricorn

Jack of Cups + 5 of Swords

You never take chances on anything that you’re unsure about Cap and that’s smart sometimes. At some point you’ve got to learn that certain risks can turn into the most mind blowing adventures. You may like to be rooted, but even plants get repotted when they’ve outgrown their space. You’ve outgrown your surrounding and it’s time to face that fact head on. You’re so used to being the provider for everyone, whether that be emotionally, financially or in any other way. Your time to move forward is now don’t allow yourself to get stuck in the same rotation. Like a card game, you have to think smart about what you want and you do. However you tend to forget that when someone else throws out their hand. Your main focus should be on yourself and how you need to make moves specifically for YOUR journey.

Break free of whatever restrictions that have been placed on you. If you feel yourself getting ready to spill over from being overworked, speak up before you blow up. There’s nothing people hate more than someone not being honest about being pushed past their limits. It’s like in BDSM relationships, you’ve got to say your safeword when shit is getting to be too much. Don’t ever be afraid to be firm about saying no and not letting anyone persuade you into changing your mind. You’ve got to set hard limits sometimes, so that you’re able to focus on yourself instead of everyone else around you.

Aquarius

5 of Cups (Reversed) + The Empress

As long as you have been alive, it’s been easy for you to recall previous versions of yourself. It’s not on purpose, you’re just often nostalgic about moments in your life that you deem monumental. Reminiscing isn’t bad, you often recognize certain life patterns when you do. However, when you’re allowing those old versions of yourself to dictate who you are now is when problems come in. You’re not who you once were, it’s absolutely okay to move on and heal. If you would just give yourself a chance you might notice how easy it is for you to maneuver through life. At some point you’ve got to make the choice to say “I’m different and I heal all open wounds with light and love”.

Be gentle with yourself, you deserve the openness of being vulnerable and the softness of unconditional love. The simple fact that you are you means that you can be whatever you choose to. It’s time to focus on nurturing your soul and allowing yourself to be vulnerable with the world around you. You tend to be the one person who no one can ever figure out and as fun as being mysterious can be, there comes a point when deeper connections need to be made. How can anyone get to know your truest self if you’re constantly avoiding letting others be near you. Obviously not everyone needs to know your deepest feelings, but there are some people who are willing to do it. It takes a brave person to willingly dive deep into someone else’s heart and love them through it all. You’re walking into something that you deserve, Aquarius. Don’t fuck it up, by not letting yourself heal and grow.

Pisces

The World + 3 of Wands

Sweet Pisces, your problem is that you keep looking at the world you live in through rose colored glasses. Why in the world would the universe be tempted to aide you when you constantly speak of it as if it won’t. When you sound ungrateful for the life you have, you tend to struggle getting to the next step. Pisces, you may be a fish but even sometimes it’s nice to peak out above the water and feel the sun. The world you’ve created for yourself can always be changed, you just have to will it and work for it. You’re not as lost as you may seem to think, maybe it’s time for you to look at your life from a new point of view.

You’re destined to be successful, it’s literally who you are to find the flow of life. However, if you’re constantly doubting your abilities, you’re not going to get anywhere. If you don’t believe you can do something why should anyone else? You’re more than capable of making something out of nothing, and right now is the PERFECT time to do just that. Plan out what it is that you need Pisces, it’s time to get organized about moving forward. You may be water sign, but you often forget that every current has a purpose. Even when you think you’re going nowhere there’s always a plan bigger than yourself that says otherwise. Trust in the unknown and you’ll easily find the answers that you seek.

Aries

The Star + Queen of Swords

Whatever choices you make right now Aries are going to have long lasting consequences. You’re the only person who knows just exactly how you are and how you want to be perceived. Be thoughtful about what comes out of your mouth this month, you could shake some real shit down if you allow your anger and resentment to build up. If you’re feeling some type of way, approach it with vulnerability instead of defensiveness. You’d do well with listening before reacting and allowing yourself to really be heard instead of felt.

You may the first sign of the zodiac, but you’re not the shining star. Yes you’re talented and yes you are probably a genius when it comes to creating. However, it’s time for you to realize that though you shine bright you aren’t allowed to dim others because of how bright you are. When it comes to communicating there’s no need to one -up anyone, especially your loved ones. The sky would be lackluster with just one lone star, remember that the next time you find yourself not wanting to be a team player.

Taurus

The Hermit + 3 of Pentacles

It’s not uncommon for your loved ones to be concerned about your well being and you know that. Right now you’re experiencing the growing pains of life and you don’t need to deal with it by yourself. You’ve got nothing but love that surrounds you Taurus, utilize that extra heart power and push through to new heights. The Hermit may be a card of self realization, but it can also be a warning to not get so into your doubts that you lose sight. You’re used to routine, so when things don’t go as planned you can become agitated or even depressed. Learn to let loose and be as bold as you can Taurus, because once you relax a little… Magick can be made.

The holidays are rolling in and now is the perfect time for you to remember what’s important, family and friends! The next few months are full of fellowship and a desire to be closer to home than normal. Tend to your manternal needs and make your space cozy and inviting. The company you keep around you should reflect the love that you have for yourself. If someone or something makes you feel less than what you are, it’s time to move forward without them. You may be the popular friend, but it is not your responsibility to please everyone when they demand it.

Gemini

10 of Wands + 6 of Pentacles

The moment you decided that you no longer would accept the bullshit that people brought your way was the exact moment when life changed for you. Your problem is letting things go and being okay with your decision. You may have moved on physically, but emotionally you’re still stuck on hurst from ghosts past. At some point you’re going to have to make the choice to break up with the ghosts that people have left you with. You’re absolutely able to be vulnerable Gemini and for once you can’t turn away from that. You’re used to moving on fast , but maybe it’s time for you to come to terms with what happens when you don’t process.

If you grew up in the south or with a mama who likes to decorate, then you know what it’s like to change your table settings with the seasons. Your table is covered in clutter and mail that you forgot about, it’s time to get your life in order! Clear off the discarded clothing, papers, boxes, etc you’ve got so much baggage that needs to be dealt with. In order for you to make space for gathering you need to tend to the mess you’ve left behind. Life doesn’t always need to be rushed or barreled through like a mad person. It’s fine to take your time, you should really take your time now more than ever.

Cancer

3 of Wands (Reversed) + 7 of Wands

The struggle in your life right now is that you won’t make a choice Cancer. You’re looking every other way except for the path that you KNOW is right. You’ve been given test after test and you’ve overcome a lot of things in your lifetime. Your problem however, is the fact that you refuse to deal with anything that actually matters. You’re quick to jump into other people’s lives, instead of focusing on the fact that yours needs to be tended to. You are more than capable of being strong and voicing your opinion, but at what point are you going to do that? How many times do you have to be kicked down in order to fight back?

There’s no need to struggle like a fish out of water, if you're feeling out of place then get back to where you need to be. Some fights aren’t worth a reaction and some issues aren’t actually bad, just a lesson. You’re more than capable of taking care of what needs to be done, you’re organized like that and that skill will take you far. Cancer, you’ve got something going on now that is either going to break you in half or lift you to new heights. What choice are you going to make for yourself, especially when your life depends on it.

Leo

The Wheel of Fortune + Jack of Pentacles

Sometimes you do things without thinking, you can become hyper focused on situations (i.e. relationships, job opportunities, home life) and it’s time to get back to reality. You can’t manipulate life to be what you want it to be and that’s hard for a charmer like you Leo. You may have been able to use your charm and wit to get ahead , but at some point you’ve got to face the facts. Your good moments come from your hard work, not how well you can warp a situation to your liking. Your ego has been known to lead you Leo and as fun as a egotistical trip can be, it isn’t honest.

When you find yourself wanting to people to conform to your standards you’re purposely ignoring who and what that person actually is. Now is the time for you to drop the checklist and start facing the truth in a way that you never have before. It’s time you move forward without expecting things to he what you want them to be, let life happen organically and you might be less disappointed. It’s up to you too see things for what they are, how can you expect people to be real with you if you won’t let them?

Virgo

The World + Queen of Swords

You’re the best person to create something invigorating and practical, however you also tend to put yourself in box. There’s no need to hide those ideas of yours, now is not the time to be afraid, but to embrace your brilliance. Contrary to popular belief your knack for self sabotage stems from trying and not getting any results. Don’t stop trying Virgo, the universe hears hears you it just wants to see you do some actual work. Just because you talk about it doesn’t mean that you’re putting in hard work behind it.

You’re used to people doing things for you, well now it’s time for you to shit for yourself. The only person that can hold yourself accountable is you and you know that. Stop treating yourself like a burden and maybe you’ll see just how not out of the race you actually are. Your support will rally behind you if you give them something to support, stop pushing people away just because you can’t grasp your greatness. It’s time for you to move forward and recognize your potential. Growth comes when you recognize that you’re often your own worst enemy.

Blessed be! 

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A Conversation W/ Tarot: What To Expect From The Harvest Moon

by Kirsten Renee

”Watch what you say, could never mean a word and still hurt you.”

- Blood Orange x Good Enough

The Full Moon has arrived once again and as the first Full moon of Autumn it’s coming in strong! The moon reached it’s peak fullness in the sign of Aries, also known as the line leader of the zodiac. Aries are known for their fiery passion and popularity, although they can often find themselves being a tad bit on the dramatic side. Even if you’re not an Aries this Harvest moon is going to affect you, and we’re going to dive into that right now.

As The Sun sits in balanced Libra and asks us to focus on the practicality of life. The Moon in Aries asks us to honor our go getter spirit, how do you show up for yourself? Do you ever put you first? How selfish are you with your time and your energy? These are the questions to be asking and answering right now! You’re the only one who knows what you want and how you should get it. Don’t let anything stop you from being on top and focusing on what’s important!

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What to expect

The Moon + Temperance (Reversed)

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At some point you have to realize that if you hold in trauma and pain, you’re going to reflect that into your physical life. Release the shit show that’s going on inside of you, because your drama can and will affect everything around you. Your task right now is to recognize whatever it is that is holding you back and taking the steps to release it. The Moon is the guiding light of our shadow self and we often forget about what lies beneath our surface. Life continues even when we check out of it and because of that fact be mindful of your own life. Holding onto the past will do nothing but stop you from being in the present. Take this as a message, the past holds nothing but lessons for the now. If you’re still suffering from the same problem, find a new way to solve it.

Goddess Says

4 of Wands + The Hermit

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Goddess says it’s time to get serious about your path ahead and what you want yours to look like. The Harvest moon is a reminder that whatever you’ve grown and manifested over the year is ready to use. Focus on what you need, want and have already accomplished. Your strengths and triumphs hold so many answers as to what’s next for you. Don’t worry about what the next bitch is doing, you’re right where you need to be and there’s no need to compare or compete. When you take the time to put your own journey into perspective you’ll see how much of a non-factor everything else is. The day to day stress that you experience can be released by moving forward and allowing yourself to not engage with negative outside forces.

What You Should Be Doing

2 of Wands

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Be careful what you ask for and what it is that you say. The air is full of magick and whatever you speak will come into your world. Be mindful of your communication with others because if you’re easy to fly of the handle, be aware of the storm that is bound to follow you. Right now it’s easy to get caught up in “the tea” but just remember that the tea you sip about someone else, there’s another person sipping on yours. Gossip, shit-talking, arguing, and just overall negative interactions isn’t what you need to be focused on right now. Evil works hard but you work harder and keep that in mind when you feel yourself teetering on the edge of drama. Don’t get distracted by the fakeness of the world, you’re a star and right now your most important task is accomplishing your goals!

Blessed be!

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Boss Up or Shut Up. || September 18' Tarotscope's

by Kirsten Renee

You're probably sick of me telling you to trust yourself and stop worrying so much. Get mad, I don't care because it's true! The very core of your sense of self-knows what it wants, even if you don't believe it. September may be the beginning of Harvest season, but it's also calling on you to get some actual work done. If you've been sitting on a million dollar idea now is the time for you to turn it into something real. If you're not realizing your potential then how the fuck do you expect the universe to? Complaining about not being where you want and actually taking steps to do that aren't even on the same spectrum. You think you're hot shit? Okay, that's fine but what are you doing in your life that's worth something? 

Your ego can break or make you, it can also be a great ally when making important life changes.  Are you stuck in a relationship that you're no longer happy in?  Is your job burning you out? Is adulthood making you feel less successful and more lost? All of those feelings can be healed if you'd just take the moment to check on your ego. You want out of a situation, walk away nothing is holding you back EXCEPT your lack of courage. Strength comes from knowing your worth and knowing what is/isn't acceptable in your life. The best thing about being human is that we have free will. You can start over, stop, repeat, delete as many things from your life as you want. 

"The gag is", is that the only person stopping you from success is you. As a reader, I have client's that always hit me with "I swear The Universe is out to get me." No, you're out to get you The Universe is just doing its job and that's to maintain balance and give you exactly what you've asked for. Do you want a better job? Apply to new ones and touch up your resume while you're at it! Want to write a novel?  grab your computer, notebook, whatever and start writing. Here's the thing about manifesting, you've got to put in work WHILE asking Goddess to guide you to the right place. 

You don't have to be stuck in a cycle if you don't want to be. Checking your ego and your own views of your life can help you better understand the lesson within the madness. Your sense of self-importance could be doing one of two things; holding you back because you're sitting in low energy or causing you to stress because you don't know how to stop. You can't be everything and once you recognize just what you are supposed to be. You and your ego will find common ground. 

There's no need to sulk anymore pal, you can make it through anything as long as you remain humble and put time into what it is that you love. September is meant to celebrate our accomplishments of all the things that we've harvested.  What does your harvest look like this year? Is it a reflection of your hard work and plentiful or is it empty? 

Goddess has a lot to tell us this month, so take notes! 

Virgo || 8/23-9/22

The Fool and The Sun

It's your season independent Virgo! The sun has settled into your sign quite nicely and has given everyone the much-needed break from ego-driven Leo. Everything seems to be pretty good for you Virgo or at least that's what you keep telling yourself.  It's no secret that Y'all can be a bit thick headed when it comes to facing reality. You may see yourself one way, while others see you as someone completely different. It's time to focus on how you cultivate the relationships around you? When is the last time you paid attention to someone other than who's in front of your face at that moment? You always know what you want and how you want it, but sometimes in this life, you've got to learn that you can't fix everything.  

Are you helping others or are you actually blocking their karma? Take care of the people that you love, but remember that you can't save anyone especially if you can't recognize when you need to sit down and let The Universe work. This month focus on what you need to do for yourself because you often forget that you need a little loving too. Focus on expanding your interests and maybe that blockage that's been there for the past six months will slowly start to break down. 

Libra || 9/23-10/22

8 of Pentacles and The Hermit

For some reason Libra you can't seem to ever get out of your own head. You're a smart little cookie by nature, you can escape from anything even if you started it.  However, now it seems that everything you thought you put off is coming back for you. It's time you take a look at your life and the spaces that you occupy. On paper, you're very well put together but internally ... Sis, you're a hot ass mess.  Goddess has been trying to reach you and as usual, you ignore every sign because it didn't look like what you wanted it to.

My sweet air sign, come down out of the clouds and really take a good hard look at what's going on around you. Everyone has problems, but the difference between you and them is that you tend to overlook yours. The Hermit suggests you take some serious time to work on your self-improvement and really get a grip on reality. Everything isn't always peaches and rainbows, life can and will get difficult at times. You can no longer put off your healing or facing your shadow self. It's not other people's responsibility to deal with what you've got going on, you can't keep dumping your issues onto others like emotional warfare. You want someone to hear you, maybe you should listen to yourself this time around!

Scorpio || 10/23-11/21

The Star and 5 of Cups

Whether you want to admit it or not, romance is your thing Scorpio. If you've been dating around you may be finding yourself being fixated on one potential boo. You may be afraid and that's okay because new relationships and feelings can be mad scary at times. That same fear can settle in when you are finding yourself facing off with anything from your past. Don't sweat it Scorpio, because you're well equipped to face it head on now. Trust that you've worked your ass off and now you're ready for this battle. Growth is knowing that just because you made a mistake once, that doesn't mean you won't get another chance to make it right. 

There's something heading your way and it's big, it's up to you to know if you're ready for it or not. If you go in without a single doubt in your spirit because if there's even the slightest bit of doubt, your magick won't be able to manifest how it needs to. Scorpio your knack for knowing when to transition is asking you for a redo, are you ready? That's the great thing about The Universe, it does occasionally give out second chances. Goddess give her best warriors the biggest battles, and you're ready for it. 

Sagittarius  || 11/22-12/21 

The Moon and The Magician

Sagittarius! Breathe, you've been through some heavy shit recently and if you're not careful you're going to miss something important. Though you're a fire sign, you like to keep your fire contained unlike your fellow fire signs (Aries and Leo). Now isn't the time to get distracted or shy away from your responsibilities. You can often hide away when heavy life lessons come your way and that has often left you to hold onto feelings until you wild out later on.  Instead of containing your fire, it's time to let it spread. Fire needs the energy to feed off of and if you're refusing to let yourself feel anything you're going to explode.  

Avoid catastrophic emotional outburst by being present and letting your emotions run freely. You will save yourself the heartbreak and the agony of dealing with the aftermath of your choices. If you just face whatever that may be now because you really don't have that much time left. The Universe has been working OVERTIME to help us all reset and reevaluate our current transformations. How have you changed in the last 6 years Sagittarius? What's different in your life now? How have you elevated? Ask yourself these questions because it's time to get real about where exactly your life is. 

Capricorn || 12/22-1/19

King of Pentacles and 10 of Pentacles

Cappy! You're one of my favorite signs Capricorn, you're a no-nonsense type of person and the world needs more of that. However, you can often find yourself "stuck" in a situation that you over analyze instead of seeing the very simple answer. Things don't always have to be some complex if there's a problem using what you have will fix it! You like being comfortable and secure, financial stability is your ultimate gain in life. You never want to be without and that's understandable because even though money sometimes money has a negative view (even though it shouldn't!). You need it to take care of yourself and you of all people know what it's like to be without. 

September is asking you to worry less about finances and overworking yourself.  You're sitting on a goldmine full of ideas and yet you've made no actual stride toward nourishing them. If you want to start making your own rules and doing things your way. Maybe it's time you believe in your leadership skills. You're not dumb by any means Capricorn, so maybe it's time you take some of those classes you've always been curious about. You don't have to spend a bunch of money to get a good education, remember that. 

Aquarius || 1/20-2/18

The Wheel of Fortune and Queen of Pentacles 

The Universe is on your side these days Aquarius,  once you realized that the only person you have to be is yourself doors opened. You're capable of running nations if you'd just remember to not let your ego get to high up on its horse. Remaining vulnerable and open to life is what keeps you flowing, you may be an air sign but you also have a deep connection to the water. You realized very early on in life that if you want something you're going to have to get it yourself. Just do yourself a favor and stop resisting what it is that you really want. Have you ever gone out in the middle of a bad storm and had to brace yourself against the wind? It would be so much easier and cause less stress on your body to just simply let the wind take you off. 

Now don't go getting sucked up by the sky but you can metaphorically allow yourself to flow with whatever transitions come into your life. You've taken the time to reflect and you've done the whole self-doubt thing. Now it's time to kick shit into high gear and show yourself what you're really capable of. This is just the beginning of it all Aquarius, you're about to go through the most fabulous experiences. Just let yourself have them and don't try to mold it into what it is that you want it to be. Let your blessings come and manifest themselves in whatever way they choose to. That's the thing about manifesting, you'll get it you just need to accept it in whatever form it comes to you in.  Are you willing to let go of things to get what you need? 

Pisces || 2/19-3/20

Queen of Wands and 4 of Wands (Reversed)

I know you're terrified right now Pisces, you feel that huge wave coming and you're doing everything in your power to fight the current. Stop fighting and let yourself do what you do best, float on. You are fighting the inevitable right now, you're going to change whether you want to or not. So stressing about it instead of just letting it happen is what's going to drive you crazy. Your life will be what it needs to be but you've got to let yourself be okay with that. Fish are best when they're doing something with those they love. Sure they love their alone time as well, but maybe it's time for you to stop being so antisocial. 

Your loved ones know when you're not alright and they keep calling you because they're worried about you. You've been putting all of this stress on yourself and refusing to let anyone else in. You may even find yourself backtracking to old relationships that you've already moved on from. You're trying to find the answer to a current problem in previous lifetimes when your answer is right here in the present. Some fish come up for a little air every now and then it's time for you to step outside. Come back into the present day and face it like the badass that you are. 

Aries || 3/21-4/19

The World and 9 of Cups

You often find yourself at the center of attention Aries, and that's absolutely okay with you. You love being adored and fawned over, just make sure that you're not putting on act while it's happening. If you find yourself always complaining and wanting people to hear you, first ask yourself what's wrong. If you can identify and find the root of your issue you could fix it, although you can sometimes be overly dramatic and make things up for attention. You don't need to manipulate people into loving you. They will love you if you just show them your authentic self and then you will find the genuine partnerships you seek. 

When you put out fake you get fake right back, if you're starting to question the relationships in your life ask yourself why. What is it about that person that you no longer connect with?  Find the answer to that and you'll also see that you yourself no longer connect with that reason as well. Your relationships are a direct reflection of the energy that you put out. If you can't fully trust those that you love, do you even really love them? A healthy love of any form should always be prefaced with honesty and transparency. To figure out how to start doing that, start with yourself first. It's time to dive deeper into who you are as a person, what you need in a partner and how you are as a partner. Asking yourself these questions will open the door to a deeper understanding of where you're currently at in this life. 

Taurus || 4/20-5/20

Jack of Swords and The Devil (Reversed)

Understand that right now you're being asked to take a step back and notice your surroundings. Often times you can get worked up and hyper-focused on mundane things Taurus, you are a bull after all. However, while you go on these mental benders you tend to forget about the things that matter.  Whatever you're working on or manifesting can't come to fruition if you don't nurture it before it arrives! You can't have plants if you don't water them as seeds and right now you're ten steps ahead when you need to slow down. This isn't a time for you to be in your own head and quite frankly your feelings either. 

It's time to find that nice balance between head and heart, find peace in not knowing what's next. Trust that whatever it is it will be beautiful and blessed by Goddess. You're not alone, you've got a pretty great team around you at all times. Take some time to really put your current phase into perspective and think of how you can let yourself relax more. Find time to enjoy life and all of its lessons because once you do you'll understand why things happen the way that they do.

Gemini || 5/21-6/20

Strength and 8 of Pentacles (Reversed)

Sometimes you feel as if it would be easier to just disappear into thin air Gemini and as cool as that would be that's not what's going to happen. You need to face whatever is plaguing you because it won't go away until you do, yes you're not one to take bullshit from anyone. You're also not the best at walking away from toxic situations and that's what's going on now. You're being stubborn about something and you're allowing your pride to take over. Check your ego at the door boo, you've got to face whatever is knocking on your door. 

The sooner you do the less you'll have to worry about shit coming back up later on.  If you're as fearless as you say you are then this should be no problem for you. However, we both know some things are easier said than done but that's okay. We've got a New Moon in Virgo coming up and the energy from such a powerful moment will give you all the strength you need. It's time you tap into that wonder twin power of yours and watch portals open. You're going to be fine, just remember that you really are capable of anything. 

Cancer || 6/21-7/22

Jack of Wands and The Hermit (Reversed) 

Out of all the water signs you're the most tempting Cancer and you know this. You know exactly how to manipulate things to your liking and there are times where that is a favorable trait. Right now you're very close to slipping into old habits and this time it's intentional. You're playing a dangerous game of cat and mouse with fate and karma, you're finding it difficult to keep up with whatever it is you've done. It's time for you to rethink this plan of yours, are you really ready to risk everything right now?  If you truly believe in yourself and the life that you want then don't be afraid to walk away.

Sometimes it's best to not go ahead with a plan that you had and that's okay! You're not obligated to stay the same nor are the relationships in your life. You've just got to be able to vocalize when you want to move on from something because people are attached to you. In no way am I saying for you to reach out to toxic individuals or anyone at all for that matter. Only you know how you cope and handle transitional periods of your life. Make smart choices about what it is you want your life to look like and the type of person that you want to be. You've got the magick , it's just up to you to decide how you want to cast it. 

Leo || 7/23-8/22

7 of Wands (Reversed) and Jack of Pentacles

Leo, you love to be in control of every little aspect of your life and you know that realistically that's not possible. There are things you can control though and whatever those things are you need to find them. You start to spiral out of control and you can become a bit much when you do, so save everyone the dramatics and put your big kid pants on. Take a time out on the need to be in charge and just experience being apart of something new. Whether that be redefining your romantic relationship, finding a new job or even considering that new move, focus on what you can do.

You know how you can be when you don't have a routine Leo and a routine is JUST what you need to restore some balance into your life. Find new classes to take, join a dance group or just find something to get you out of the house! Being cooped up drives you crazy and it's time for you to let yourself be seen. You're a summer baby but you adore the fall, change is always welcomed. Allow yourself to experience just exactly what you need in order to feel unrestricted! 

Blessed be! 

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Four Books You Need to Have on Your Fall Reading List.

by Emery W. 

September is all about back-to-school and prepping for Fall. So ,of course our reading list has to reflect the same thing! Here are some great reads with messages of embracing your inner magick, and getting hyped for the season of the witch. 

To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before by Jenny Han 

In case you’ve been living under a rock for the past few weeks; Netflix released a new original film titled, To All the Boys I Loved Before based on the novel by the same name. The novel follows Lara Jean, and how she handles the aftermath of when secret love letters she’d written to her former crushes actually get sent out to their (un)intended recipients. The film does a great job depicting the thoughts, feelings, and fears of any young woman who has experienced unrequited love. Not to mention, introduced us to our new #MCE Noah Centineo. However, everyone knows the book is always better than the movie so get yourself a copy ASAP. 

You can purchase the "To All The Boys" series HERE

 

 

Inner Witch by Gabriela Herstik

Are you a novice looking to really dig in, and start learning about your inner Goddess and the power she truly holds? Take my advice, skip the line at Sephora, and pick up this must-read. Inner Witch contains any and everything you’ll need to know about starting your journey into your craft, and it’s written by one of my favorite modern-day magickgals, Gabriela Hastik.  

You can Purchase "Inner Witch" HERE

 

 

Black Klansmen by Ron Stallworth

Ah, who doesn’t love a good ol’ Spike Lee joint? The film BlackKklansmen is actually based on a true story. Black Klansmen is a memoir by Ron Stallworth, a former New York City police officer who goes undercover to infiltrate the Ku Klux Klan. If you’re like me, and love comparing and contrasting the difference between page and screen, this is a must-read. 

You can grab a copy of "Black Klansmen" HERE

 

 

UNFU*CK YOURSELF by Gary John Bishop

This book has been on my To-Read List for a while now. Sometimes you need to take a step back, and remind yourself that you’ve just got to get out of your own head. Self-help is sometimes the best kind of help to get back to your, well, self. So why not do it with a good book?

Don't forget to get a copy of "UnFu*k Yourself" HERE

So if you’re looking for a way to wind down from all of the stresses of back-to-school shopping, form move-ins, or looking to stock up on some good reads for this cooler weather we’re about to start getting, I suggest you pick up one (or all) if these. 

Ulta's 21 Days of Beauty Fall 2018 is Here!

Hi everyone! We hope you're enjoying your Labor Day weekend. While you're chilling and relaxing over the extended weekend, don't forget to treat yourself to some retail therapy! There are plenty of Labor Day sales going on right now. The one we've been looking forward to lasts longer than the Labor Day weekend -- it lasts 21 days, to be exact. That's right! Ulta's 21 Days of Beauty sale is back and you can purchase some beloved beauty and skincare products for 50% off. The sale starts today and ends on September 22nd, but here are all the products going on sale so you can plan ahead!

Ulta's 21 Days of Beauty

(via Ulta)

Week 1: September 2-8

Sunday, September 2nd

• Too Faced Hangover Replenishing Face Primer, $17 (reg. $34)

• Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Cleanser & Hyaluroinc Cloud Serum, $14-32.50 (reg. $28-65)

• Online only: Lime Crime Venus Eyeshadow Palettes, $19 (reg. $38)

Monday, September 3rd

• Stila Smudge Stick Waterproof Eyeliners, $11 (reg. $22)

• Proactiv 3-Step System, $25 (reg. $50)

• Online only: Philosophy Time in a Bottle 100% In-Control Resist Renew Repair Serum, $38, (reg. $76)

• Online only: Lancôme Visionnaire Eye Cream Advanced Multi-Correcting Eye Balm, $32.50 (reg. $65)

Tuesday, September 4th

• Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector Liquid Highlighter, $20.50 (reg. $41)

• Mario Badescu Acne Facial Cleanser, $7.50 (reg. $15)

• Online only: Butter London Glazen Lip Glaze, $9.50 (reg. $19)

• Online only: Eyeko Mascara, $9.50-15 (reg. $19-30)

Wednesday, September 5th

• Benefit Hoola & Hoola Lite Matte Bronzing Powder, $15 (reg. $30)

• Skyn Iceland Cooling 4 ct. Eye Gel, $7.50 (reg. $15)

• Online only: Juice Beauty PHYTO-PIGMENTS Illuminating Primer, $18 (reg. $36)

• Online only: Kopari Save Face Oil, $22 (reg. $44)

Thursday, September 6th

• Tarte Tarteist™ Quick Dry Matte Lip Paint, $10 (reg. $20)

• Murad Age Reform Hydro-Dynamic Ultimate Moisture, $37.50 (reg. $75)

• Beautyblender Blendercleanser Solid, $8 (reg. $16)

• Online only: Pür Masks, $13-14.50 (reg. $26-29)

Friday, September 7th

• Lancôme Monsieur Big Mascara, $12.50 (reg. $25)

• Perricone MD Cold Plasma Plus Products, $42.50-79.50 (reg. $85-159)

• Online only: Clinique Blended Face Powder & Brush, $13.50 (reg. $27)

Saturday, September 8th

• Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Definer Pencil, $11.50 (reg. $23)

• Philosophy Purity Made Simple Pore Extractor Exfoliating Clay Mask, $17.50 (reg. $35)

• Online only: Ofra Select Highlighters, $14.50-16 (reg. $29-32)

Week 2: September 9-15

Sunday, September 9th

• Bareminerals Mineral Veil Finishing Powders, $11-13.50 (reg. $23-27)

• It Brushes for Ulta Velvet Luxe Brushes, $12-49 (reg. $24-98)

• Exuviance Select Age Reverse, $39-39.50 (reg. $78-79)

• Online only: MAC Select M•A•C Girl Palettes, $19.75 (reg. $39.50)

Monday, September 10th

• Stila One Step Correct and One Step Primer Face Primers, $18 (reg. $36)

• Estée Lauder DayWear Moisture Cremé 1.0oz, $17 (reg. $34)

• Online only: Flesh All Highlighters, $9-14 (reg. $18-28)

• Online only: Beauty by POPSUGAR All Lip, $9-12 (reg. $18-24)

Tuesday, September 11th

• Buxom Plumpline Lip Liner, $9 (reg. $18)

• Lancôme Cils Booster XL Vitamin Infused-Mascara Primer, $12.75 (reg. $25)

• Online only: Mally Beauty Mallywood Collection, $10-18 (reg. $20-32)

• Online only: Algenist POWER Recharging Night Pressed Serum, $47.50 (reg. $95)

Wednesday, September 12th

• Too Faced Lip Injection Extreme, $14 (reg. $18)

• Dermablend Original Setting Powder, $13.50 (reg. $27)

• Online only: Lorac Mascaras, $12 (reg. $24)

• Online only: St. Tropez Gradual Tan Tinted Everyday Body Lotion, $15 (reg. $30)

Thursday, September 13th

• Smashbox Photo Finish Pore Minimizing Primer, $19.50 (reg. $39)

• Clarisonic Cleansing Brush Heads 1ct., $13.50-16 (reg. $27-32)

• Online only: Velour Lashes Select false lashes and accessories, $7-14.50 (reg. $14-29)

Friday, September 14th

• It Cosmetics Brow Power Universal Eyebrow Pencil, $12 (reg. $24)

• Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel, $19 (reg. $38)

• Online only: Dose of Colors Matte Liquid Lipstick, $9 (reg. $18)

Saturday, September 15th

• Tarte Lights, Camera Lashes™ 4-in-1 Mascara and Tarteist™ Lash Paint Mascara, $11 (reg. $23)

• Mario Badescu Vitamin C Serum, $22.50 (reg. $45)

• Online only: Cover FX Perfect Setting Powder, $17.50 (reg. $35)

• Online only: Skyn Iceland Pure Cloud Cream, $27.50 (reg. $55)

• Benefit Cosmetics Free Benefit Brow Wax with $50 Benefit Purchase, (reg. $21)

Week 3: September 16-22

Sunday, September 16th

• Too Faced Chocolate Bar Eyeshadow Palette, $24.50 (reg. $90)

• Philosophy Renewed Hope in a Jar 2 oz., $19.50 (reg. $39)

• Benefit Cosmetics Goof Proof Brow Pencil, $12 (reg. $24)

Monday, September 17th

• Becca Ever-Matte Poreless Priming Perfector, $19 (reg. $38)

• First Aid Beauty Face Cleanser, $10 (reg. $20)

• Laura Geller Liquid Foundation, $16.50-19 (reg. $33-38)

• Online only: Strivectin Advanced Acid Rehydrate + Replump Hyaluronic Dual-Response Serum, $39.50 (reg. $79)

Tuesday, September 18th

• Tarte Double Duty Beauty™ Busy Gal BROWS Tinted Brow Gel, $9 (reg. $18)

• SeroVital Hgh Dietary Supplement, $49.50 (reg. $99)

• Online only: Nudestix Concealer Stick, $12 (reg. $24)

• Online only: Cargo All Lip, $8-12 (reg. $16-24)

Wednesday, September 19th

• MAC In Extreme Dimension 3D Black Lash Mascara, $12 (reg. $24)

• Juice Beauty All Skincare Kits, $20-26 (reg. $40-52)

Thursday, September 20th

• Cover FX Custom Enhancing & Glitter Drops, $21-22 (reg. $42-44)

• Origins Morning Must-Haves, $11 (reg. $22)

• Online only: It Cosmetics Airbrush Buffing Foundation Brush #110, $12 (reg. $24)

• Online only: Exuviance Performance Peel AP25, $38.50 (reg. $77)

Friday, September 21st

• Clinique Moisture Surge 72 Hour Auto-Replenishing Hydrator 1oz, $9.50 (reg. $19)

• Benefit The POREfessional Face Primer, $16 (reg. $32)

• Online only: Dermadoctor Kakadu C High Potency Evening Oil, $37 (reg. $74)

• Online only: Patchology FlashPatch Rejuvenating Eye Gels, $25 (reg. $50)

Saturday, September 22nd

• Urban Decay All Nighter Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray, $16 (reg. $32)

• It Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Moisturizing Super Cream, $24 (reg. $48)

• Online only: Buxom Va-Va-PLUMP Shiny Liquid Lipstick, $10 (reg. $20)

There are a lot of great deals (and steals) for Ulta's 21 Days of Beauty sale. We can't wait to get our hands on some of these babies!

What products do you plan on buying during Ulta's 21 Days of Beauty?

Let us know in the comments!

A Conversation w/ Tarot : Full Moon in Pisces

by Kirsten Renee

via Magickgal 

“Welcome to your life, There's no turning back. Even while we sleep we will find you.” - Tears For Fears x Everybody Wants to Rule The World

Maybe it's just me, but Leo season took me the fuck out.  This last Mercury retrograde was probably one of the most intense transits we've had this year, Now we've cruised into Full Moon mode, and although it comes with a powerful lesson, the waves are chill. The Moon in Pisces reminds us that shit doesn't have to hurt so much. We don't have to hold onto all of the tragedies of the world, and that's okay. To move fluidly through life you've got to know when to stop and settle yourself down. Your waves don't always have to be crashing, sometimes you can be still and serene. The energy that's surrounding us is very simple, tell the truth and be okay with what you feel. Honor your emotional self because of emotions we have intuition, trust what you know is certain.  

It's time for you to get serious about this life of yours and what you want it to look like. Who are you? What does your soul ask of you? What does your body need? How are you manifesting your desires?  All of these questions can be answered if you'd just be present in the life that you have now.  With Mars stationing direct in Capricorn the need to succeed is high! Take those ideas of yours and put action behind them. You don't have to always live in your head, you can have your dream life. 

This Month's Tarotscope is all about honoring your feelings and being brave enough to walk into the unknown! Want to get a deeper understanding of what this means? Sign up for a reading by Kirsten! 

1. What emotions we need to face.

10 of Wands + The Hanged Man + 4 of Pentacles

Via Magickgal 

It’s time to grow up, and get rid of your adolescent demons. Pay attention to what your soul is craving, what do you need? If you want life to jumpstart, get your shit together and make it happen. There’s no reason why you can’t have it, you just need to do the work. Success comes to those who know what they want & aren’t afraid to get it. Don’t be afraid to walk out on the ledge alone, remember you’re always guided by Goddess. Trust in your intuition and it will lead you even in the darkest hour.   

2. Goddess Says.

Jack of Swords + The Star + 8 of Wands

Via Magickgal 

You become most resourceful when you’re desperate, and right now you’re screaming for help. Calm down, and remember what you’ve learned over time. Your answer is within you, you just have to trust your mind, instinct, and skills. If you want to be less stressed let go of shit, walk away. Focus on the things that you know you can control and let everything else fall in its place. Remember the only person that can save you is yourself, don't wait on the rescue boat. Figure out how to make do with what you've got and build what you need to survive.

3. Full Moon Message

3 of Pentacles (Reversed) + 2 of Wands (Reversed) + Queen of Pentacles

via Magickgal

Your relationship with yourself is the most important one you can have. Know what you need, and know when it’s time to let go. The Full Moon in Pisces is a reminder that your personal demons can be released at any time. It’s time to let go and make room for new pathways.  Fall in love with yourself and the universe will fall in love with you too. Find a balance between being present and being hidden. Your energy is needed, but only when you're strong enough to share it. Don't push yourself to the point where you break down.  Know that removing hardships sometimes means recasting those roles in your life.  Revisit what you think is a problem, there's always a solution. 

Blessed be. 

Kirsten has been reading tarot professionally for almost two years and has been involved with Tarot since her teen years. Interested in scheduling a tarot session with Kirsten? Sign up here!