Sorry for the delay! My excuse - TAXES! Ugh. Glad they are done for this year. :)In today's podcast we are learning more about energy - especially that we do NOT have to be spiritual, a witch, or any other religion to learn how to harness it and use it. Some people probably do it all of the time and are not even aware.Tune in to learn more!

Sorry for the delay! My excuse - TAXES! Ugh. Glad they are done for this year. :) In today's podcast we are learning more about energy - especially that we do NOT have to be spiritual, a witch, or any other religion to learn how to harness it and use it. Some people probably do it all of the time and are not even aware. Tune in to learn more!

Chapter 5 Exercises - Energy Essentials

This chapter deals with energetic magick outside ritual or spellcasting. Including but not limited to kitchen and herbal magick.In  the introduction, I read a bit about the 'hado' of water. Here is an in-depth look at the study - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Masaru_EmotoTune in to learn more techniques to enhance your magick!

This chapter deals with energetic magick outside ritual or spellcasting. Including but not limited to kitchen and herbal magick. In  the introduction, I read a bit about the 'hado' of water. Here is an in-depth look at the study - <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Masaru_Emoto" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Masaru_Emoto</a> Tune in to learn more techniques to enhance your magick!

Chapter 5 - Other Useful Techniques - Energy Essentials

The exercises in this chapter give us an opportunity to put action behind what we've learned about using existing spells or writing our own.Speaking of spells, the Storm Moon is up this Friday and Ostara is Sunday. This is a great time to practice what we've learned about raising energy.Friday I plan to do a spell for Ukraine - some witches used this past new (dark) moon for a Ukraine protection spell.Here is a link to the article I mentioned - https://wildhunt.org/2022/03/occult-practitioners-prepare-for-global-ritual-to-aid-ukraine.html

The exercises in this chapter give us an opportunity to put action behind what we've learned about using existing spells or writing our own. Speaking of spells, the Storm Moon is up this Friday and Ostara is Sunday. This is a great time to practice what we've learned about raising energy. Friday I plan to do a spell for Ukraine - some witches used this past new (dark) moon for a Ukraine protection spell. Here is a link to the article I mentioned - <a href="https://wildhunt.org/2022/03/occult-practitioners-prepare-for-global-ritual-to-aid-ukraine.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://wildhunt.org/2022/03/occult-practitioners-prepare-for-global-ritual-to-aid-ukraine.html</a>

Chapter 4 - Revising Existing Spells and Writing your Own Exercises - Energy Essentials

In this chapter, Mya talks about rewriting existing spells around your current intention. These can be spells you've already written or those you find in a book. I have a little Book of Spells that is perfect for a quick spell!She also brings new awareness to correspondences and their purpose.Listen in and try the first exercise~

In this chapter, Mya talks about rewriting existing spells around your current intention. These can be spells you've already written or those you find in a book. I have a little Book of Spells that is perfect for a quick spell! She also brings new awareness to correspondences and their purpose. Listen in and try the first exercise~

Chapter 4 - Revising Existing Spells and Writing your Own - Energy Essentials

In this chapter we are learning the art of raising energy and directing it into an object or out into the ethers.Where do you feel your passion? In your Heart Chakra or Solar Plexus? How about the Sacral?Mya Ohm teaches how to reach inside and pull up passionate energy to put behind our spell-work - like using a rocket booster! :)Tune in to learn more!

In this chapter we are learning the art of raising energy and directing it into an object or out into the ethers. Where do you feel your passion? In your Heart Chakra or Solar Plexus? How about the Sacral? Mya Ohm teaches how to reach inside and pull up passionate energy to put behind our spell-work - like using a rocket booster! :) Tune in to learn more!

Chapter 3 Manipulating Energy Exercises - Energy Essentials

Now that we've learned how to sense energy, in this chapter we will learn how to manipulate the energy for our spellwork.Raising energy is difficult unless you know how to do it and what works best for you. AND, raising energy is a must for spellwork as your desire and will are sent through this energy out into the Universe to carry our request.We will be doing Chapter 3 exercises in the next podcast.

Now that we've learned how to sense energy, in this chapter we will learn how to manipulate the energy for our spellwork. Raising energy is difficult unless you know how to do it and what works best for you. AND, raising energy is a must for spellwork as your desire and will are sent through this energy out into the Universe to carry our request. We will be doing Chapter 3 exercises in the next podcast.

Chapter 3 - Manipulating Energy - Energy Essentials

I've recorded a little meditation similar to the meditation in the Exercise section of this chapter.Enjoy!

I've recorded a little meditation similar to the meditation in the Exercise section of this chapter. Enjoy!

Chapter 2 - Sensing Energy Chakra Meditation - Energy Essentials

I'm back! So sorry for the lapse in podcasts.  Got so busy in the beginning of the year that time got away from me. :) Thank you for your patience!I've decided to close the Patreon for now as I have found that there is a considerable learning curve to making videos to post on Patreon. That being said, I am going to read and discuss the exercises at the end of this chapter since they are worth reading. Energy can be tangible once you become used to how it feels.  You can develop your ability to sense energy through the exercises in this chapter.Ready to explore a new experience?

I'm back! So sorry for the lapse in podcasts.  Got so busy in the beginning of the year that time got away from me. :) Thank you for your patience! I've decided to close the Patreon for now as I have found that there is a considerable learning curve to making videos to post on Patreon. That being said, I am going to read and discuss the exercises at the end of this chapter since they are worth reading.  Energy can be tangible once you become used to how it feels.  You can develop your ability to sense energy through the exercises in this chapter. Ready to explore a new experience?

Chapter 2 - Sensing Energy Exercises - Energy Essentials

Hope you all had a great holiday season! I apologize for the long hiatus, time flew by so quickly, it didn't feel as long as it was. :)In this chapter Mya talks about learning to 'feel' energy. It is tangible and once we learn to feel energy, it makes it easier to work with.There are several exercises for this chapter and I will be providing videos for some of themon my patreon - https://www.patreon.com/cronemusingsbookclub.

Hope you all had a great holiday season! I apologize for the long hiatus, time flew by so quickly, it didn't feel as long as it was. :) In this chapter Mya talks about learning to 'feel' energy. It is tangible and once we learn to feel energy, it makes it easier to work with. There are several exercises for this chapter and I will be providing videos for some of them on my patreon - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cronemusingsbookclub" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/cronemusingsbookclub</a>.

Chapter 2 - Sensing Energy - Energy Essentials

Woo hoo! This is a great book for spellcasting and understanding the energy involved in magick.The author, Maya Om, has been active in the craft since 1998 and brings new wisdom to the act of spellcasting and witchcraft - understanding the energy behind it.In the first chapter, Ms. Om, talks about knowing yourself and really defining your intention when casting a spell. She provides a list of questions to ask yourself before creating a spell for your intention.Ready to be a powerful Witch?

Woo hoo! This is a great book for spellcasting and understanding the energy involved in magick. The author, Maya Om, has been active in the craft since 1998 and brings new wisdom to the act of spellcasting and witchcraft - understanding the energy behind it. In the first chapter, Ms. Om, talks about knowing yourself and really defining your intention when casting a spell. She provides a list of questions to ask yourself before creating a spell for your intention. Ready to be a powerful Witch?

Introduction & Chapter 1 of Energy Essentials for Witches and Spellcasters

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This will be the last chapter for Dr. Edith Fiore's The Unquiet Dead. We are moving into a more festive time and the Season of the Witch is coming to a close. :)We've learned much about spirit possession and lost disembodied souls. Now it is time to learn what to do if we are experiencing unwanted guests.In this chapter Dr. Fiore gives us ideas on how to clear our home of an unwanted spirit(s), then to shield it from further invasion. Toward the end she offered an example of what to say to a spirit in your home.Ready to help a spirit?

This will be the last chapter for Dr. Edith Fiore's The Unquiet Dead. We are moving into a more festive time and the Season of the Witch is coming to a close. :) We've learned much about spirit possession and lost disembodied souls. Now it is time to learn what to do if we are experiencing unwanted guests. In this chapter Dr. Fiore gives us ideas on how to clear our home of an unwanted spirit(s), then to shield it from further invasion. Toward the end she offered an example of what to say to a spirit in your home. Ready to help a spirit?

Chapter 16 - Detecting, Releasing, and Protecting Your Home from Spirits

We have learned much about spirit possession but in this chapter we will learn how spirits can enter through our Aura.Dr. Fiore advises the various ways spirits can enter our auras and possess us. Certain lifestylechoices, severe depression, and even during surgery!Listen in to get more details . . .'Tis the Season of the Witch!

We have learned much about spirit possession but in this chapter we will learn how spirits can enter through our Aura. Dr. Fiore advises the various ways spirits can enter our auras and possess us. Certain lifestyle choices, severe depression, and even during surgery! Listen in to get more details . . . 'Tis the Season of the Witch!

Chapter 12 - Spirit Entry - The Unquiet Dead

In this chapter, Dr. Fiore elaborates on how a person might feel if possessed by a spirit.Those who suffer addictions such as alcoholism tend to have wounded and torn auras. Auras are part of our spiritual protection and when broken open allow spirits to enter and possessa living person. Some alcoholics have committed horrible acts while in a blackout but notremember anything about it the next day. Dr. Fiore feels this is when the spirit takes over the host. This also happens to people with addictions to various other drugs.There are various symptoms of a possession and Dr. Fiore gives examples as well as the discovery of when and how the patient became possessed.'Tis the Season of the Witch!

In this chapter, Dr. Fiore elaborates on how a person might feel if possessed by a spirit. Those who suffer addictions such as alcoholism tend to have wounded and torn auras. Auras are part of our spiritual protection and when broken open allow spirits to enter and possess a living person.  Some alcoholics have committed horrible acts while in a blackout but not remember anything about it the next day. Dr. Fiore feels this is when the spirit takes over the host. This also happens to people with addictions to various other drugs. There are various symptoms of a possession and Dr. Fiore gives examples as well as the discovery of when and how the patient became possessed. 'Tis the Season of the Witch!

Chapter 6 - The Effects of Spirit Possession - Unquiet Dead

I have a new microphone! NO MORE interference from AM Radios. :)In Chapter 4, Dr. Fiore tells us about NDE's (Near Death Experience) and the common threads in their stories of what happened when they nearly died. In Chapter 5, we learned of reasons spirits may not immediately cross over - family issues, revenge, or pure ignorance that they are dead. Very interesting thoughts on this as we explore why a spirit refuses to enter into or run from the 'White Light'. Ready to think of other dimensions?

I have a new microphone! NO MORE interference from AM Radios. :) In Chapter 4, Dr. Fiore tells us about NDE's (Near Death Experience) and the common threads in their stories of what happened when they nearly died.  In Chapter 5, we learned of reasons spirits may not immediately cross over - family issues, revenge, or pure ignorance that they are dead. Very interesting thoughts on this as we explore why a spirit refuses to enter into or run from the 'White Light'.  Ready to think of other dimensions?

Chapter 4 - What Happens when We Die; Chapter 5 - Why Spirits Remain among Us - The Unquiet Dead.

The awareness of spirit possession has been around since biblical times, it isn't a new phenomenon. Many cultures have varying beliefs around spirit possession and how it comes about.In today's busy culture - as a collective - spirit possession is considered to be a lot of hocus pocus and a pastime for those inclined to believe in 'anything'. But when evidence presents itself to an individual, it is more difficult to deny.In this chapter, Dr. Fiore cites biblical passages around spirit possession and discusses different cultures and their approach to spirit possession.Ready to learn more beyond the Veil? Perfect time of year as the veil becomes thinner.

The awareness of spirit possession has been around since biblical times, it isn't a new phenomenon. Many cultures have varying beliefs around spirit possession and how it comes about. In today's busy culture - as a collective - spirit possession is considered to be a lot of hocus pocus and a pastime for those inclined to believe in 'anything'. But when evidence presents itself to an individual, it is more difficult to deny. In this chapter, Dr. Fiore cites biblical passages around spirit possession and discusses different cultures and their approach to spirit possession. Ready to learn more beyond the Veil? Perfect time of year as the veil becomes thinner.

Chapter 3 - Historical Observations of Spirit Possession - The Unquiet Dead

Just what is 'spirit' possession? Is it the same as 'demonic' possession?How do you know if you are possessed by a Spirit?These are the questions Dr. Fiore brings to light in the first two chapters of the book.She describes a few of her cases that led to the discovery of spirit possession thus prompting her to research more and more about this phenomenon.Bye the way, I will be ending these little descriptions with 'Tis the Season of the Witch' through the first week of November. Because . . .IT IS! :)

Just what is 'spirit' possession? Is it the same as 'demonic' possession? How do you know if you are possessed by a Spirit? These are the questions Dr. Fiore brings to light in the first two chapters of the book. She describes a few of her cases that led to the discovery of spirit possession thus prompting her to research more and more about this phenomenon. Bye the way, I will be ending these little descriptions with 'Tis the Season of the Witch' through the first week of November. Because . . .IT IS! :)

Chapters 1 and 2 of the Unquiet Dead

Since Chapter 12 is so short, I decided to combine it with Chapter 13.In Chapter 12, Penczak shares his experiences with others and their connection with the Higher Self. Do you recognize the voice of your Higher Self?In Chapter 13, Penczak discusses the various ways and reasons to invoke a Spirit. For example, shape-shifting, riding, and channeling are methods of invoking a Spirit. Need to feel more confident for a job interview? Invoke a Spirit who inspires confidence and wisdom like Athena. Listen in to get a more detailed description of each . . .Ready to ride?

Since Chapter 12 is so short, I decided to combine it with Chapter 13. In Chapter 12, Penczak shares his experiences with others and their connection with the Higher Self. Do you recognize the voice of your Higher Self? In Chapter 13, Penczak discusses the various ways and reasons to invoke a Spirit. For example, shape-shifting, riding, and channeling are methods of invoking a Spirit. Need to feel more confident for a job interview? Invoke a Spirit who inspires confidence and wisdom like Athena. Listen in to get a more detailed description of each . . . Ready to ride?

Chapter 12 - Making the Connection to the Higher Self & Chapter 13 - Invoking Spirit

"WE ARE CREATOR GODS. The same ability used to create us from the Great Spirit is an inherent power in all of us." Introduction to Chapter 11Imagine being the powerful creator you are.  It's hard to fathom with our third dimensional mind.  Think of the times you wished for something so much that through various channels,you got what you wanted. I started singing for rain in the spring because AZ is so dry. Then we had a very wet monsoon season - something we haven't seen in at least the last five years. Did I bring rain to Arizona? Maybe - or maybe I just ASKED for it and with everyone in AZ having the same desire broughtthe rain. So, this chapter will be a good challenge for some of us that tend to think small. :)Ready to create?

"WE ARE CREATOR GODS. The same ability used to create us from the Great Spirit is an inherent power in all of us." Introduction to Chapter 11 Imagine being the powerful creator you are.  It's hard to fathom with our third dimensional mind.  Think of the times you wished for something so much that through various channels, you got what you wanted.  I started singing for rain in the spring because AZ is so dry. Then we had a very wet monsoon season - something we haven't seen in at least the last five years. Did I bring rain to Arizona? Maybe - or maybe I just ASKED for it and with everyone in AZ having the same desire brought the rain.  So, this chapter will be a good challenge for some of us that tend to think small. :) Ready to create?

Chapter 11 - Building a Better Spirit - Spirit Allies

This is a long chapter so I only read a portion.Some really great ideas on how to connect and incorporate the help of the elemental kingdom. Lack a green thumb? Work with the plant Deva to find out how the plant thrives."As we have spiritual allies to help us in our higher aspirations, we have allies responsible for the material world . . ." Book ExcerptIn this chapter we learn how to connect to the Devas in the elemental kingdom as well as learning a bit about their hierarchy. I have had numerous experiences with the elementals so I know this to be true but how interesting to think of a crystal with a residing Deva. For ritual, this chapter gives us a more in-depth view of our elemental allies - Earth, Fire, Water, and Air.Ready to meet the Fae?

This is a long chapter so I only read a portion. Some really great ideas on how to connect and incorporate the help of the elemental kingdom. Lack a green thumb? Work with the plant Deva to find out how the plant thrives. "As we have spiritual allies to help us in our higher aspirations, we have allies responsible for the material world . . ." Book Excerpt In this chapter we learn how to connect to the Devas in the elemental kingdom as well as learning a bit about their hierarchy.  I have had numerous experiences with the elementals so I know this to be true but how interesting to think of a crystal with a residing Deva.  For ritual, this chapter gives us a more in-depth view of our elemental allies - Earth, Fire, Water, and Air. Ready to meet the Fae?

Chapter 10 - Working in the Elemental World - Spirit Allies

Surprise! I mixed it up a bit. I was feeling a bit magical and looking to pull an oracle card for the day. I chose the Goddess Oracle deck but a picture of 'You are a Goddess' popped into my head. So, I just closed my eyes and concentrated, asking which Goddess wanted to speak today and Lilith came forward. Once I started reading I just felt we need to interrupt our normally programmed podcast to honor Lilith.There is a short invitation toward the end - set in music - taken from the book.Please enjoy!Here is a link to the book 'You are a Goddess' if you would like to look it over.

Surprise! I mixed it up a bit. I was feeling a bit magical and looking to pull an oracle card for the day. I chose the Goddess Oracle deck but a picture of 'You are a Goddess' popped into my head. So, I just closed my eyes and concentrated, asking which Goddess wanted to speak today and Lilith came forward. Once I started reading I just felt we need to interrupt our normally programmed podcast to honor Lilith. There is a short invitation toward the end - set in music - taken from the book. Please enjoy! <a href="https://www.amazon.com/You-Are-Goddess-Sophie-Bashford-audiobook/dp/B07G4GJHG6/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=you+are+a+goddess+sophie+bashford&amp;qid=1629662881&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Here is a link</a> to the book 'You are a Goddess' if you would like to look it over.

Goddess Lilith - An Invitation to her Temple

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