There are several legends around dreamcatchers, and although they are very popular in mainstream culture today, they were not widely recognized by many Native American tribes until the mid 1900’s. The original dreamcatchers originated with the Ojibwe people. Their legend states that Asibikaashi, a spider woman, protected the people, especially the young. As the tribe […]
New Beginnings
As a new year approaches, most of us begin to reflect on new beginnings. Nothing inspires the urge for a fresh start like a new calendar. Resolutions are made, and people feel inspired and motivated to make positive changes. With all that enthusiasm, it can be easy to initiate fresh starts, but it takes careful […]
Candle Healing
Candle Healing Candles have been used for centuries in all manners of rituals. They can enhance meditation and spiritual practices, cleanse negative energies and promote healing on all levels: mental, emotional, physical and spiritual. Candles are used in many popular healing therapies including color therapy, aromatherapy, and as a meditation aid. The right candle […]
Smudge Stick Cleansing
Smudging is one of the simplest ways to cleanse a space and restore positive energy to the area. The cleansing smoke removes pent up negativity and releases it to the universe, allowing positive energy to return. Smudging is often associated with Shaman’s and Native American lore, but versions of this ritual are ancient and permeate […]
How a Healing Pendulum Works
Pendulums can be used in many ways to promote healing. The process of Dowsing involves seeking out invisible energies. This can help you detect energetic blockages within your auric field, and can also connect you with higher spiritual energies. Pendulums can be used to ask questions or to detect the movement of electromagnetic energy around […]