Natural Talents ~ Trust and Feed Them!

A Witch knows we all have at least a couple natural talents in this life~ Could be anything really.. whatever they are, they come naturally to us and we tend to excel at them mostly with joy and ease. 

I discovered one of mine not long after I first opened my Shoppe. I taught myself to make loose incense. I had seen some once at a Witch store years before and was so intrigued by the fragrant powders. I just didn’t understand how they were made.. but that didn’t stop me!

I had a small, ceramic mortar and pestle at the time and I began combining a few herbs and grinding them down. There was something very rhythmic and meditative about the movement and process of turning the dried roots and herbs into a powder. As I twisted and turned, pounded and blended, the essence of the plants sang out to me and it was like they sang to me their purpose and desire through textures and scent. 

So I began to research their magical properties and uses and incorporated this knowledge into my own unique blends. I experimented, played, made mistakes that led me to grand results; and before I knew it, my art, and my personal talent- blending scent with intention- was born. 

Some of my recipes are more simple, with only several very specific yet purposeful ingredients, but most are rather intricate concoctions of more than a dozen or more components that come together to form a spell of lush, sacred smoke that fuels a magical purpose~ all draped in potent and mysterious fragrance that is unlike any other.

That was 24 years ago, when I first touched a mortar and pestle... I still make incense to this day, every week (and sometimes more) and yes, I still love it! I have mastered over 50 specialty spell blends and have no plans of stopping—I just created another new one last month, in fact! 

Trust in your passions. Let them teach you. Let them be your guide. Let yourself try and fail and try some more. Let yourself succeed and excel if for no other reason than because you love it. And because it makes you feel alive, because it spreads a smile through you that reminds you of being a carefree child. And if this gift somehow helps others or touches their hearts and enriches their lives, then even better! What a blessing that is!

Someone once called me "the mistress of Divine smoke" and shared with me how my blends had helped them greatly through some real difficulties. This is the best compliment of all. And this is why I’ll never stop. You can explore some of my spell incenses here!

May this inspire you to never stop nourishing your gifts ❤️

Crystal of the Week ~ Prehinite

I'm highlighting prehinite because it's such an incredible crystal and yet it is less commonly known. As a healer, I work with prehinite often since it's one of the few stones that specifically helps to "heal the healer." This is a unique and very beneficial quality for anyone who does healing work! Being any type of healer is important yet draining work—this amazing crystal helps to lift, clear, and realign our energy body 💚

It embodies both earth and water elements, which facilitate harmony and joy to the mind and spirit. Prehinite

assists with the development of connection with Mother Nature; it does this by helping to create a deep bond between our heart and the heart of the earth. The watery vibes of prehinite help us to better convey thoughts and emotions in a way that is balanced and neutral to others. It stabilizes energies and draws in a calming, serene feeling.

Prehinite can also aid in more effective connections with higher spiritual planes, and boosting spiritual work. In the past it had been known as a stone of magic, perhaps because of its powerful ability to connect us with Divine Wisdom.

It is a potent crystal of vitality and life-force energy. It also works intensely with the heart chakra, allowing for emotional healing to flow more freely.

If you're a person who loves crystals and working with them for healing, add prehinite to your tool box; you won't regret it! 💎 💚 😍

Crystal of the Week—Blue Kyanite

One of my personal favorites!

This beautiful crystal can align all the chakras in your body and restore its balance and harmony.

It can give a calming effect on your being while keeping you centered.

Blue kyanite is the crystal of connection that makes pathways from your mind to your heart, and it keeps them well-connected.

It can help open your mind and increase telepathic and psychic abilities, as well.

Blue kyanite can also help you get into a meditative state because of the balance and harmony that encompasses your being. It will also encourage you to discover new interests, learn new skills, and build on your current skills.

It's grounding and energizing, and can help one to accomplish goals with joy and enthusiasm.

The healing energies of blue kyanite can help with physical fatigue and emotional weariness.

This crystal never needs to be cleansed as it doesn't hold onto negativity! Holding or carrying blue kyanite will increase your visions and overall intuitive potential. It's a perfect addition to any psychic work.

Wear or carry your blue kyanite to start enjoying its benefits! 💙