Everyday Wiccan

Everyday Wiccan

Sunday, August 11, 2013

How To Be A Goddess; The Art of Manifestation

To be a woman, for me, is a right of passage. It is a connection to the Sacred Feminine, to Mother Nature herself, and is something that every woman should embrace, and learn to connect to. Whether you are a young adult new to The Path, or a wise Crone with seasoned experience, we are all connected. To each other, and to the great world and universe around us. The energy that resonates within our very selves, is the same energy that exists in everything that has ever been created. Even the smallest idea in your mind, is a burst of energy that gets put out into the universe. And it is for that very reason that even the dozens of mundane thoughts that you think in any given day, can, in turn, manifest into your life without you even realizing it.

But what does it mean, to be a Goddess? First, let’s look at what a Goddess is. She is powerful, and wise. She is beautiful, nurturing, all-knowing. The Goddess represents that inner strength that each of us holds within us.  She is that beacon of light when you are lost in the darkness. She IS creation itself. Her symbolism is known in every culture, every religion, all over the world, from the beginning of time. The Sacred Feminine has always been, and always will be. And when you can learn to embrace that power within yourself, you will truly know the power of the Goddess, and will be able to see all that she has to offer and teach you.
 

Begin each day by making statements of I AM. I am strong. I am beautiful. I am powerful. I am a perfect manifestation of the Universe. I am respected and honored. I am a creator. Simply saying these statements isn’t enough though; you must feel them in your heart to be true. You must force that energy, out into the world.

That which you choose to manifest into this world, has no choice but to be.

That is the key to manifestation, whether it is positive or negative. Whether it is intentional or sub-conscious, your thoughts and emotions are all connected with everything around you. For example, say you have been ill recently, and maybe it took a little longer to bounce back than usual. Did you say or think things like, “I am so tired of being sick!” or, “Why am I sick all the time?!” What you were really putting out into the Universe was “I am sick.” I am tired.” Now, of course you didn’t say those things on purpose, nobody in their right mind enjoys being sick for weeks on end. But your energy and your emotions were stating otherwise. When you are tired and cranky, and just plain don’t feel good, of course you will react this way. We have all said these very exact statements at one time or another. But the key, is to catch yourself when you have said or even just thought these statements, and change them. Coming down with an illness isn’t always a bad thing. Our bodies are made to fight off things which can cause us harm, and are made to tell us when we have done too much, and need rest. To experience fatigue and fever means that your body is working hard to fight and kill whatever is attacking it. So, next time a cold or virus has you feeling down, listen to your body (and your Doctor!). Rest and relax as much as possible, and let the foods you eat, and medicines you may have to take do their job, to nourish and replenish you. Remind yourself that you will feel well again soon, and allow your mind and body to simply stop. Tell yourself that you will be well again once your body has done its job, and then, once you are feeling yourself again, make sure to thank the Powers that Be for allowing you rest and healing.


 
Negative sub-conscious manifestation happens every day. “I hate my job!” “Why am I always struggling with money?” “I guess I will just never find Mr. Right.” Being angry, and in the heat of the moment is the worst time for things like that to slip out, and sneak up into our minds. They are really bad habits that are hard to break. But, as they say, practice makes perfect. Begin slowly, one at a time. Catch yourself when you say these things, and replace them with positive affirmations. “I will make the best of my job, until the right one comes my way.”  “I am wealthy, and everything is being provided for me.” “I love myself, and am open for love in my life.”

Manifestation is being able to see yourself, in the near future, having already accomplished your goal. Looking for a new job? Visualize yourself already working where you wish to be, wearing the proper attire for that job, smiling and loving your career. Experiencing financial burdens? Visualize yourself, extremely content, all your financial needs being met, and having all the things that you need and want in your possession. Now, that doesn’t mean to visualize yourself in a 10 bedroom mansion, lounging by your salt water pool. Keep yourself in check, and close to reality. The Universe knows what you need to provide for you. The Art of Manifestation simply enhances what the Powers that Be are already trying to do for you.
 
 

We all have the power of The Goddess within us, and the power to manifest all of our hopes and dreams into reality. Search within your heart for that fire inside you. Search the deepest depths of yourself, and find what truly drives you. Run with that flame burning bright, and don’t ever be afraid to let your inner Goddess shine.

Monday, July 23, 2012

Homemade Household Cleaners: Fun with Kitchen Concoctions!

Greetings and blessings to you! Through my adventures across the World Wide Web I have always found a tiny bit of excitement in coming across recycled art projects, or nifty ways to reuse foods and other every day items found right in your home. Not only is it cost efficient, but the recipes I am sharing with you today actually work better than the expensive name brand products you will find on your grocery shelves!

Dishwashing Detergent
It literally cost me less than $5 and will last me a good while!

All you will need is:

  • Dawn dish soap
  • Baking soda
Put NO MORE than TWO drops of Dawn soap in the detergent compartment of your dishwasher. Any more than two drops and you will have a big bubbly mess on your hands lol! Fill it the rest of the way with baking soda and that's it! I promise it will clean your dishes better than Cascade!


Dryer Sheet
(This will last you 40-50 loads!)

You will need:
  • One wash cloth (I used a brightly colored one so I could find it easily :)
  • Your favorite scent of fabric softener
Saturate your cloth with the liquid softener, making sure to wring out the excess. Hang or drape your cloth to dry for at least 3 days before using. When ready, simply toss your cloth in with your drying load, and there you go! Works just as great as the disposables!




All-Purpose Cleaning Spray
I definitely recommend making sure you have your favorite scent of essential oil before making this, otherwise your spray will smell like vinegar. There is another recipe for this I will be trying soon, and will post it asap! :)

You will need:
  •  2 Cups Water
  • 2 Cups white vinegar
  • 20 drops essential oil (I used lemon for a nice clean scent)
Combine all your ingredients into a spray bottle and shake to combine


Finding ways to reuse, reduce and recycle around your home are sure to put you in good spirits! I hope you try these and enjoy them as much as I do! Feel free to share your comments, and if you have a favorite recipe you swear by, please share! Thank you for visiting, and until next time!!
Blessed Be!
Melissa

Friday, July 6, 2012

Greetings!

Welcome and brightest blessings! My name is Melissa, and I have been a practicing Wiccan for over ten years. I am a mother to three wonderful energetic boys, a wife to an amazing man, and I just so happen to be a Witch. At the first look of the word I'm sure some would envision the infamous scene in The Wizard of Oz, where flying monkeys chase a terrified Dorothy, and the Wicked Witch of the West cackles with delight, "I'll get you my pretty!" Luckily for all of us though, the only monkeys I have are in the form of rambunctious children, and I never quite mastered the cackle. In actuality, being a witch is very serene and spiritual, and has always been more of a way of life than a stereo-typical tag in society for me. Simply put, it means that I put a little more intent with the energy and substance I put out into the world. I pay a little more attention to my surroundings, the way I treat my fellow neighbor, and the lessons I teach my boys. I live by the waxing and waning of the moon, our ever-changing seasons, and have learned to never take for granted the precious time we are given in this plane.
 I lost my mom in 2009. Cancer. She was my best friend, my mentor, and even through such a tragic period in my life, I found so many spiritual and positive aspects from her passing. I'm sure I will go into deeper detail on that topic at a later date though, for it is a very strong emotional period in my life. It led to the bitter divorce of my ex-husband, and the emerging of a new, beautiful relationship that I now have in my life.
I hope to post random tid-bits of information here on a regular basis, from recipes, to spells, even kid friendly arts and crafts. I love learning new things, and even more so, I love sharing them! I can't wait to browse the blogging world and find some awsome reads, as well as make some new life-long friendships!
Until then though, I must call it a night. Thank you for viewing my brand new page, and I hope you come back soon! Thanx!
     May the love of the God and Goddess be forever in your heart
     Merry ye meet and merry ye part
     and merry ye meet again!