Full Moon Reading || 03. 13. 17
by Kirsten F.
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Happy Full Moon pals! This is the full moon right before Spring Equinox comes into play, and I've been feeling the effects since last week! This full moon kicked off in Virgo and made it's way into Libra. As an air sign, I always feel very light when the moon is in one of us. However, Virgo was so good to me, with finishing last details before kicking off some exciting adventures. Full Moon's are for self assessment, where are you at on your journey? What are you doing to aid your purpose? Have you taken time out to tend to your spirits needs?
What message do the cards have for you this week?
Fire
Clinging To The Past
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Continue on your journey of healing , and self discovery. Let go of your past fears and let yourself enter the phase that has been knocking at your door. Don't hesitate in making your decisions, now is the time to really listen to that voice that you've been ignoring. Treating yourself by taking care of yourself is what's important right now. Dive back into the things that you find joy in or try something new. Try taking a pottery class, or a dance class! No matter what just put some self love into your daily routines.
Water
The Source
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This card keeps making its appearance because The Source is spiritual and infinite energy. It is what feeds your soul and carries through you. Get to know your source, get to know you from the soul out. Just remember to take note that if you're vibing on lower frequencies and allowing outside forces to interfere you're not allowing your source to do its job. Now is the time to truly put your armor on and protect what's yours. You're the water, you can pick and choose what vibes you want on your current. Maybe it's time to lighten your load and remove the things that you haven't needed in a very long time.
Earth
Harmony & Friendliness
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Treat yourself as well as you treat others, that's something you can forget often. As loving as you are Earth sign, sometimes it's nice to treat yourself too! These two cards suggest that when you put yourself as your main focus harmony will follow. It's kind of like this . . . Listening to yourself is living in a higher state & is good for the wellbeing of your purpose. Living a well balanced life is only true when all of ourself is in sync. Find comfort within yourself and allow your heart to guide you. Try wearing a Rose Quartz , or sleeping with one in or next to your bed. Burning or spraying your space with Frankincense is another aid to clearing out your space and making it comfortable. Visit your local botanica or metaphysical shop to pick some up this week! A clean space is a happy spirit!
Air
We Are The World
Create your wildest dreams, because what you manifest now will shape your future in every way. Spring Equinox is approaching next week, and it's the day where the Sun comes to us in Aries after relaxing all Winter long. It's also the Astrological New Year, and with all of these new beginnings what is yours? The flowers are getting ready to bloom, and the Earth comes to life once again. Don't forget that you are a flower too, you know what to do because it's who you are. Trust that you're protected, because Air sign you are insanely protected by the divine. Follow your instinct and create the world that you've been too scared to live in.
Tarot Cards Are a Girl's Best Friend.
by Kirsten F.
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I've had an interest in tarot reading since the first time I heard Miss Cleo's "Call me now!" on late night infomercials. It was like this itch that I could never scratch, but I couldn't bring myself to do it. Growing up in an Adventist household things like horoscopes, tarot reading and witchcraft weren't gonna fly. I always felt like I had this massive secret as a kid, how I would secretly day dream about having magical powers, and creating my own world. Reading Sabrina The Teenage Witch comics and thinking how I wanted to do what she did. Watching Practical Magic, Kiki's Delivery Service and The Craft like they were the only movies that mattered. Being a witch was always the most exciting thing to me. How you can use the Earth as a part of a spell. How you just know what to do, and trust that it'll go the way it's meant to. My teenaged years were filled with writing spells, reading The Drama High series, and sneaking on every horoscope site I could find. I also found myself weirdly drawn to a tarot reading fortune telling game on The-N.com.
(tbh they need to bring that site back)
I would ask it the most random questions, but somehow every time I got the answer I was looking for. I didn't know it then, but my intuition has always been very, very clear and strong. The day I purchased my very first deck it felt like I had finally plugged into a piece of me. Reading tarot cards have become a way of life for me, and sometimes for my friends as well. I find myself always giving readings when someone needs a little advice. Let me tell you this though, I can't read the future. I don't know what's going to happen in your life nor do I pretend to know.
The cards also don't know, however they present their message when it's needed. What they can tell you is what you need to hear in that moment, or what you already know. The magick behind the Tarot is listening, and being receptive to the message being presented to you. There's so many ways for a person to get into interpreting the tarot, and its many decks. I personally use The Osho Zen Tarot deck, and I've discovered that I like it more than the traditional (like the Rider - Waite) tarot cards. Choose whatever cards speak to you the most, because that's the most important thing when you're purchasing a deck.
Also, I'm not going to lie doing your first spread is a bit confusing sometimes. I found myself looking into other people's spreads for a bit of extra guidance. Which is okay, learn your craft! Whether you're being taught by someone or self teaching you can always find "study guides"! Creating your own spreads is also a great way to learn, allow your hands to create a space for you. Trust in your body, and know that whatever you're creating is coming to life for a reason.
Try pulling a card each day to get familiar with your deck, not only is that a good way to start recognizing what cards are present, but there's nothing like starting your day off with a good affirmation. There's so many different ways you can start reading tarot cards, and there's so much information about them online. That's the cool thing about being a mystical/spiritual/witch etc these days. We have access to so many different ways to create our magick.
Here's a few of my favorite spreads to get you started!
1. The Self - Esteem Tarot by The Hoodwitch
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I've used a few of the spreadsthat Bri (The Hoodwitch) has suggested and created, and let me tell you she never disappoints. Check out how to read this self love spread HERE !
2. Universal 6 Card Spread by Lotus Tarot
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I've been using this online spread for a few years now, I have always personally felt extremely connected to this spread for a number of reasons. No matter what your preference is, remember that your intuition is the leading factor. . . LISTEN! Check out this reading on Lotus Flower .
3. The 3 Paged Letter by K.R.
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This is a spread that I created myself, I use it when I do quick readings for people! This spread is fairly simple to follow, from left to right;
1. A letter from your spirit guides.
2. A letter from your subconscious.
3. A letter from me to you.
I call them letters because they are messages being brought into your life & I (or you!) get to help deliver them. You can tweak this spread to whatever you need to. As always, magick is what you make of it so make it count! You can find more of my spreads on my Instagram and Snapchat!
What are some of your favorite spreads to use when interpreting the tarot?
Love Yo' Self Spells
by Kirsten F.
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I've been feeling the loving vibes from my Sun sign (Aquarius) passing through. I've been extremely tuned into myself, and to my emotions. Realizing that it was time for a massive spiritual cleansing, I took to learning how to create and work love spells. Growing up I was always afraid of love spells, as a child I remember family conversations of women chaining men to them through spaghetti. I also remember the scene in "Practical Magic" and that woman was so obsessed with a man that she couldn't stand it. Those always seemed wild and extreme to me because I've always felt like love should be given freely. How people receive your love is on them, but how you give it is on you.
As I've grown my curiosity of witchcraft into an entire part of my life, I've continuously been learning day by day of what type of magick I possess, and what I can create. I run off of love, and for a long time I could never admit that to myself. I prefered to keep a hard exterior instead of allowing my entire being to radiate the compassion that I felt inside. As I began seeing past preconceived ideas of love spells, I began to try my hand at creating my own. Adding Rose Quartz to my crystal collection, and diving into figuring out what it was that I need. I found out that I speak through music and written words. I found my love of writing love letters to people who matter to me again. As I work these spells I notice the way that my spirit is responding, I am facing myself in a way that once would have scared me. I'm realizing that those shadows that lurked in my past are not bad, but are lessons that I needed. My intuition is my biggest allie and I always trust it.
When working spells of the heart, be mindful that no matter if the outcome is meant for you or another. The truth will always come forward, because to love anything or anyone the truth must be revealed. Asking the spirit guides for their help in aiding your self love spells is asking for every door you've ever had to open and confront you. Because to love yourself, you must know yourself first.
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I'm still new at creating my own spells and rituals, but that doesn't make them not real. No matter where you are on your journey your magick is as strong as you want/need it to be. With that being said, I've included a spell that I created and that I've tried from other people!
Attracting Love To You , From You
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This spell is for some self induced TLC! Creating your reality is all about your perception, so if you believe the spell will work... It will. I'm in no way saying the result will be instant, nor am I saying that you'll even see some major effect. Spells work differently for different people, at least that's what I've learned.
What You'll Need:
- Pink, Red, or White candle(s)
- Rose Quartz / Citrine
- A clear and grounded space, sage your work space and meditate (dance, sing, whatever you do to go into your own spirit).
- Stand in the mirror, find yourself. Invision a white light engulfing you.
- Orange oil (or your favorite oil!)
Recite:
My spirit is full of lust, love and compassion.
I seek truth and guidance from my intuition and (any other god/dess, fairies, spirit guides, guardian angels,etc) that protect me.
My love is my own to give as freely as I see fit, and to take back whenever I feel the need to.
end the spell with whatever you like to send it off with.
Extra Tips:
- You can also write this spell down on any mirroring surface. Working with mirrors is a very direct and all walls down type of practice. By writing these words down, you are asking for them to reflect onto your present life. So be mindful when using mirrors in your practices.
- Write this spell down on a piece of paper, bless it and carry it with you until you feel like you don't need to any longer.
- Sleep with the written spell! You can place it underneath your pillow or lay it beside you before you go to bed.
You can also read out some of my personal favorite love spells written by some of my favorite people!
Check out this interview that Gabriela Herstik from HelloGiggles.com did with Bri Luna aka The Hoodwitch! Bri gives a lesson in working with Rose Quartz and your heart chakra!
Let us know if you used this spell!
New Moon in Aquarius.
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by Kirsten F.
Tomorrow's new moon in Aquarius is welcomed with open arms, and it's still Aquarius season so I'm feeling all of the love right now. New moon's have become one of my favorite times, it's when I shut myself off and check in mentally. Of course everyone uses their time differently, but I will say that allowing yourself to be grounded is a necessity. Turn off your phone, take yourself out to eat, run a hot bath, read a book, write, etc... Do whatever your spirit is wanting to do, listen to yourself and trust that whatever you conjure up know that it is destined to be yours if you want it to be.
Use this time to ask yourself the truth. What is it that you want out of this life? What are you doing to be present in your manifestations? What messages are your spirit guides giving you? What part of your self needs some extra attention? These are the questions that you should be asking yourself right now. Utilize the energy that the moon's blessing us with this weekend, there's no better time than the present to live the life you're meant for.
I wrote out my favorite new moon ritual below! Feel free to use it or tweak it to your liking, as always everyone's magick is different so use what you read as study guides!
Kirsten's Guide to The New Moon
1. Turn Off Social Media
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It's been one hell of a week, and it's okay to check out of it all. Detach yourself from the world's issues and allow your mind to declutter. Go out into the world, hang out with your girls or your family. Go for a walk, and just sit in nature for a while. Give in to the beauty of the world we live in and appreciate her for all that she's blessed us with.
2. Take A Bath
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(or shower!) with your favorite scents that make you feel centered and to add a little boost of energy. Use the crystal(s) that coincide with your personal manifestations, allow yourself to submerge in your own world. Get your favorite bath bomb, essential oils (peppermint oil is my jam right now), and your crystals and sit in the tub! Read a book, drink a glass of wine (or juice), and let your body speak to you!
3 . Do A Self Reading
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I like to do a self reading during the new and full moon phases, I tend to find hidden messages from my spirit guides and those messages help me process my current phase better. Whatever your personal form of spiritual connection is. Use this time of self reflection to get to know your own guides better.
4. Take A Walk
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There's nothing like going for a stroll in your favorite park, or going for a hike with friends! Being out in nature is the perfect way to find comfort in yourself, be inspired by the breeze, trees, green grass, or whatever is around you. Allow yourself to check out mentally and just flow with the vibes of nature!
5. Meditate
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I light my candles, and cleanse my space with sage! I do this once a week any way, but since it is my daily ritual I always make sure to incorporate it into my new moon ritual as well. I also like to stretch during this time! Yoga, or just simple stretches always help me find my center! Also lighting a energizing incense scent can really add extra comfort to your meditation space.
6. Write Your New Moon Intentions.
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This is a time for allowing yourself to dream and manifest your wildest dreams. Write down these intentions, write everything that you want to bring into your life. Whether that be love, financial stability, or even if you just want to be more organized. No matter what your intentions are they are yours, and once you write them down you are solidifying them. So be mindful about what you ask the universe to provide you with.
Leave me a comment below telling me about your favorite rituals to do during the new moon!