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Spring and the Seasons of Life
Spring represents birth, renewal, and rebirth. Spring is our life’s beginning or introduction. Within our life cycle, Spring is associated with our first quadrant of development from birth through our 20’s. Our teens and 20’s is our time of self-discovery. It is the vibrant, raw energy of an uncut diamond or impulsive expression of a wire of electricity that has been cut and is flailing in the air. Want to know more?

Spring Herbal Medicine Chest
With the change of seasons from Winter to Spring, we need to change our supplies in our medicine cabinet:Â
Astragalus : restoring both resilience and immunity and efficiency of metabolism. Restores energy to the body very quickly.Â
Burdock Root: helps to purify blood and restores the liver by reducing build up of toxins in the skin and helps gallbladder function and immunity. Want to know more?

Full Moon over Ojai
Ojai, California is a vibrant place with so much natural beauty that it gained fame decades ago when the area was photographed to represent Shangri-La in the 1939 movie, The Lost Horizon. Nestled in the Ojai Valley, the town is surrounded by peaks that give off a glow in the evening light known as “the pink moment”.
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Thousands of free natural remedies at your fingertipsA Checklist for Mid-Winter
Imbolc is a powerful celebration that calls us to acknowledge the light returning to the world and to prepare for the growth and change that spring brings.
The Journey of Learning to Love
How do we learn to love mindfully, spiritually, and completely? Love is the most profound experiences in life. It’s universal, transcendent, and personal…
Common Dream Themes
From flying to falling, giving birth or being lost, these are just some of the top 12 dream themes that follow us in slumber, Discover what they mean…
Dream Archetypes
Carl Jung’s notion of categorizing characters of the human psyche have always fascinated both the psychological community and the dream weavers….
Determining Yes or No with Your Pendulum
How do you determine a yes or no response from a pendulum? Certain guidelines apply before you get an accurate answer. Here’s what its trying to tell you.
DIY Holiday Decorations
Ready to create some Christmas memories? How about making some new holiday decorations for your home? Here are 10 great ideas for a fresh take.
Understanding Cortisol and Adrenal Balance
Cortisol is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that plays a vital role in the body’s response to stress. Addressing stress directly affects the adrenals.
8 Metaphysical Tools to Lift Your Spirits During Depression
In times when we feel down or depressed or our spirit needs a lift, turn to some alternative ideas that are metaphysical in nature to help boost your mood.
Santorini: The Real Atlantis?
Historians have noted similarities between Plato’s Atlantis and the real-life Minoan settlement of Akrotiri, found on the island of Santorini.
Maui: Lahaina Banyan Tree
On the island of Maui stood Lahaina, once the capital of Hawaii it’s now the latest victim of a horrific fire. But the oldest banyan trees in the world has survived.
Bali and the Sacred New Year
Bali is a sacred and spiritual location found within the Indonesian archipelago. Blended religious practices and nature make this a fascinating, magical place…
Detective Study: A Look At The New Sleuths of 2024
by Liza Deane ~ Madness & Murder Magazine, July 2024 "The Rhythm of Betrayal" by Andrew Pacholyk is a psychological thriller set in Miami, revolving around a group of talented dancers who find themselves entangled in a murder mystery. These amateur detectives are...