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The Strange Apothecary

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What is Grounding

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Grounding is the process of connecting with and becoming aware of our physical body and its connection with the Earth. It allows us to siphon excess (nervous) energy into the Earth while allowing us access to the limitless energy of the Earth. Grounding has the effect of settling the mind and body and allowing the […]

Okra

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Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus or Hibiscus esculentus) is a member of the hibiscus family and an African import to the American South. Okra is an African native plant first grown in Egypt in the 12th century BCE and then throughout North Africa and the Mediterranean. It has since spread throughout the world. Ground okra seeds may have been used […]

Self-Care During Stressful Times

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Self-Care During Stressful Times: Whether it’s an increased workload or financial worries, stress can be a part of everyday life. But it doesn’t have to be the only thing in our lives. Taking time for yourself and practising self-care is essential for maintaining your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Here are some tips on how […]

What are Protection Spells?

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Before we go ahead, I would like to remind you that your intention is the most important thing within the spell. If you cannot find the correct ingredients or do not have the resources, then simply use this as guidance & inspiration for your own spell work. Protection spells are spells designed to protect an […]

Olive

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Each Thursday we look at the magical properties of different herbs, plants & spices, learning how we can use them to enhance our lives. Today we are going to be looking at the magical properties of Olive. The olive (Olea europaea) is a small evergreen fruit tree native to the Mediterranean area of Europe and […]

Simple Sleep Protection Spell

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Before we go ahead, I would like to remind you that your intention is the most important thing within the spell. If you cannot find the correct ingredients or do not have the resources, then simply use this as guidance & inspiration for your own spell work. To protect yourself in a dream state from […]

Pelargonium

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Each Thursday we look at the magical properties of different herbs, plants & spices, learning how we can use them to enhance our lives. Today we are going to be looking at the magical properties of Pelargonium. There are over 200 species of pelargonium (Pelargonium spp.), far too many for me to list them all […]

Self-Care Tips for Busy Professionals

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We all know that taking care of yourself is important, but it’s especially crucial for busy professionals. When you’re juggling multiple projects, deadlines, and responsibilities, it can be hard to find time to practice self-care. However, if you don’t prioritise yourself and your health, everything else will suffer in the long run. So, how can […]

What is an Elixir: a Magical Potion

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Before we go ahead, I would like to remind you that your intention is the most important thing within the spell. If you cannot find the correct ingredients or do not have the resources, then simply use this as guidance & inspiration for your own spell work. An elixir is a magical potion designed to bring about […]

Agrimony

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Each Thursday we look at the magical properties of different herbs, plants & spices, learning how we can use them to enhance our lives. Today we are going to be looking at the magical properties of Agrimony. Agrimony (Agrimonia eupatoria) is a perennial native to Europe, Western Asia and Northern Africa that has naturalized to […]