The “evil eye” is a widely recognized talisman used in many places to ward off evil and prevent curses. It is incorporated into jewelry, art, home décor and many other items, but why? What are it’s origins and how did it become so popular? As it turns out, the evil eye is a concept and […]
Archives for October 2014
The Purpose of Salt Lamps
Have you ever taken a long walk by the ocean, or stepped outside after a hard rain and felt completely renewed afterwards? Did you notice how it was easier to breathe and how rejuvenating the air was? It wasn’t all in your mind; what you experienced was the release of oxygen rich negative ions. Every […]
Wiccan Supplies
The Wiccan faith involves a lot of symbolism and practitioners use a variety of tools to enhance their rituals and spell work. These tools become like an extension of the self and a way to connect directly with spirit. Choosing the right implements is very important and serves to enhance the experiences of ritual practice. […]
Halloween’s Roots in Paganism
Modern day Halloween is a mishmash of many customs from throughout the world, but it has its deepest roots in ancient Celtic Pagan tradition. Samhain, meaning “Summers end”, makes up one of the four Gaelic seasonal festivals and is celebrated from sunset on October to sunset the following day. This point is midway between Autumn […]