This week we are diving into the Witch’s Sabbat, Mabon. This year Mabon is on Sunday, September 22nd in the Northern Hemisphere and will be on Thursday, March 20th, 2025 in the Southern Hemisphere. Mabon also is the Autumn Equinox, where day and night are both equal. Mabon is technically the last sabbat in the Wheel of the Year. We will be diving into some history, traditions, and ideas in which you could introduce celebrating Mabon in your practice.

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Sources:

Chamberlain, L., & Chamberlain, L. (2017, November 6). Mabon (Autumn equinox) – the Wiccan calendar. Wicca Living. https://wiccaliving.com/wiccan-calendar-mabon-autumn-equinox/

Mabon, & Year, W. of the. (n.d.). How to celebrate mabon 2024. Mabon House. https://www.mabonhouse.co/mabon

The Moonlight Shop. (n.d.). A solitary ritual for mabon. https://themoonlightshop.com/blogs/news/a-solitary-ritual-for-mabon

Renee. (2023, September 7). Recipes to celebrate mabon. Awesome on 20. https://awesomeon20.com/recipes-to-celebrate-mabon/

Zenith, A. (2020, September 19). 15 free and low-cost ways to celebrate mabon. Witchcrafted Life. https://witchcraftedlife.com/15-free-and-low-cost-ways-to-celebrate-mabon-fall-equinox/

This week we are diving into some simple ways of practicing protection magic. We explain what protection magic is and why people might use it as well as how you could incorporate it into your own life and practice. As always all of my episode topics are on a take-it-or-leave-it basis. Everyone is entitled to their own practice making it unique to them. This episode is just to help those who might need a little protection from outsiders, family, energies, and more. Even a person’s own negative thoughts and energy can influence their magic!

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Sources:

Brakels, B. (2022, October 19). Simple protection spells. Tragic Beautiful. https://www.tragicbeautiful.com/en-us/blogs/book-of-spells/simple-protection-spells

H., J. (2023, November 7). Railroad spikes and their protective properties. Spellbound. https://www.trulyspellbound.com/post/railroad-spikes-and-their-protective-properties

Patti Wigington. (2021, June 1). Protection magic basics. https://www.pattiwigington.com/protection-magic-basics/

Witchy Secrets. (2024, March 31). Protection spells for witches. https://www.witchysecrets.co.uk/blogs/witchy-wicks-blog-posts/protection-spells-for-witches

For Further Reading:

https://www.llewellyn.com/product.php?ean=9780738721682&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw5ea1BhC6ARIsAEOG5pyOoJNNCCsM1LGUL5r5tNqvONxXZVMD4uf0Ks0p3kzf71sWlBFt7jIaApDPEALw_wcB

https://artoftheroot.com/blogs/news/protections-spells-old-and-new-for-uncrossing-shielding-guarding-magic?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw5ea1BhC6ARIsAEOG5pzbN1mvb5gZbBuR-ObjV_6pUkzvcJIeHaKGAufYXqBx4hc3p321NgMaApfFEALw_wcB

This week we are diving into Winter Gardens, as I’ve always been intrigued by this idea of keeping the gardens going or even changing out plants to fit the seasons. This episode is just a very basic guide and doesn’t have all the tips and tricks to change your life. But to get a basic idea of how you can dip your toes into transforming or adding to your garden for the colder seasons in your zone.

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Sources:

Holland, T. A. and D. (2022, March 2). How to plant a Winter Vegetable Garden. Lovely Greens. https://lovelygreens.com/how-to-plant-a-winter-vegetable-garden/

Thomas, J. (2024, April 26). Gardening in winter (cold-weather growing methods). Homesteading Family. https://homesteadingfamily.com/gardening-in-winter-cold-weather-growing-methods/

For Further Reading:

https://homesteadingfamily.com/how-to-heat-a-greenhouse-without-electricity/

This week we are diving into Meditation, okay hear me out as I know many people who actually become very stressed out due to the aspect of trying to learn how to Meditate. That is okay, we are going to talk about this today, the benefits of meditation, tools you can bring into your practice, different parts, and possibly most importantly different types of Meditation.

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Sources:

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. (2023, December 14). A beginner’s guide to meditation. Mayo Clinic. https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/meditation/in-depth/meditation/art-20045858

MediLexicon International. (n.d.). Eight types of meditation: What type is best for you?. Medical News Today. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/320392#types

Meditation. Cornell Health. (n.d.). https://health.cornell.edu/resources/health-topics/meditation

professional, C. C. medical. (n.d.). Meditation: What it is, Benefits & Types. Cleveland Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/17906-meditation

For Further Reading:

https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/meditation-and-mindfulness-what-you-need-to-know

https://eocinstitute.org/meditation/how-to-meditate/?mind_power&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwnqK1BhBvEiwAi7o0X9fkhNsmYVDdyaNL6jrCiz83Py3YgzLa2McK4TqTY_WLQ0IjmESDARoCb2AQAvD_BwE

https://www.uclahealth.org/programs/uclamindful/free-guided-meditations/guided-meditations

Tools:

https://insighttimer.com/

https://www.calm.com/

https://www.headspace.com/

YouTube Videos:

https://youtu.be/inpok4MKVLM?si=AHHLHokPxSh4Hc0u

https://youtu.be/ENYYb5vIMkU?si=r37nIcX744LT_Sde

This week we are diving into creating a proactive garden. This means diving into old knowledge that has been tried and trued way before research and insecticides. But finally, there has been some data and research to show the proof is in the pudding. We are going talk about different ways you can create a garden that does the work with a few hidden steps and still have a plentiful harvest.

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Sources:

Brillon, K. (2024, January 27). Will petunias really help eliminate unwanted pests in the garden?. House Digest. https://www.housedigest.com/1499070/natural-pest-control-deter-insects-petunias/

Dyer, M. H. (2016, November 4). Using marigolds around plants – do marigolds keep bugs away. gardeningknowhow. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/marigold/using-marigolds-to-keep-bugs-away.htm

Hannemann, E. (2024, May 17). 10 natural ways to eliminate garden insect pests. Birds and Blooms. https://www.birdsandblooms.com/gardening/gardening-basics/natural-ways-eliminate-garden-insect-pests/

Paul, S., Gall, B., Manalo, L. O., Last, M. D., & Vanheems, B. (n.d.). 7 simple strategies to prevent garden pests. GrowVeg. https://www.growveg.com/guides/7-simple-strategies-to-prevent-garden-pests/

Ridgway, M. (2023, November 18). 9 reasons you’ll want to add basil to your garden ASAP. House Digest. https://www.housedigest.com/1450262/benefits-plant-growing-basil-garden/

Tenth Acre Farm. (2023a, July 20). 12 steps to preventing garden pests naturally. https://www.tenthacrefarm.com/preventing-garden-pests/

Tenth Acre Farm. (2023b, November 17). 7 ways to improve the quality of your soil. https://www.tenthacrefarm.com/improve-soil-quality/

U.S. Forest Service. Forest Service Shield. (n.d.). https://www.fs.usda.gov/wildflowers/Native_Plant_Materials/Native_Gardening/#:~:text=Native%20plants%20are%20also%20advantageous,soil’s%20capacity%20to%20store%20water

For Further Reading:

https://www.tenthacrefarm.com/flowers-vegetable-garden/

https://www.tenthacrefarm.com/grow-borage/

Tools to Help Create a Proactive Garden:

https://www.audubon.org/native-plants

Youtube Videos:

https://youtu.be/29xCQ1m_xTw?si=0W3MppvGAbjzwgYh

https://youtu.be/JXEtmKRnMZk?si=8-ROKfVxj0jKJAm1

https://youtu.be/Sap0CeIeBu0?si=L-UU3nI4X4K6xxD8

https://youtu.be/VApAuLXO9uw?si=TJ5o6QcyRj9hqgzR

https://www.youtube.com/@Alisorganics

This week we are diving into the Witch’s Sabbat, Lughnasadh also known as Lammas. This year in the Western Hemisphere it is on August 1st, and February 1st in the Southern Hemisphere. Lughnasadh marks the halfway point between the summer solstice (Litha) and the fall equinox (Mabon). We will be diving into some history, traditions, and ideas in which you could introduce celebrating Lughnasadh in your practice.

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Sources:

Bhagat, D. (2019, July 30). The origins and practices of Lammas/Lughnasad. Boston Public Library. https://www.bpl.org/blogs/post/the-origins-and-practices-of-lammas-lughnasad/

Celebrating Lughnasadh (the first harvest). VERCIDA. (n.d.). https://www.vercida.com/uk/articles/celebrating-lughnasadh

Chamberlain, L., & Chamberlain, L. (2017, November 6). Lammas (lughnasadh) – the Wiccan calendar. Wicca Living. https://wiccaliving.com/wiccan-calendar-lammas-lughnasadh/

Lorri@Mabon_House. (2024a, July 5). Lughnasadh - the first harvest in The wheel of the year. Mabon House. https://www.mabonhouse.co/new-blog/z9y31j2ltk57b3phpcv73bsvp3kj87

Lorri@Mabon_House. (2024b, July 11). Easy lughnasadh celebration ideas. Mabon House. https://www.mabonhouse.co/new-blog/easy-lughnasadh-celebration-ideas

Lughnasadh solo ritual. Order of Bards, Ovates & Druids. (2024, March 8). https://druidry.org/resources/lughnasadh-solo-ritual

Renee. (2023, July 16). Recipes to celebrate Lammas. Awesome on 20. https://awesomeon20.com/recipes-to-celebrate-lammas/

Wolfe, W. B. S. E. (2023, April 7). 7 ways to celebrate Lughnasadh (or Lammas). blog.greenwitchliving.com. https://blog.greenwitchliving.com/7-ways-to-celebrate-lughnasadh-lammas/

Books:

Lammas: Celebrating Fruits of the First Harvest by Anna Franklin

Lughnasadh: Rituals, Recipes & Lore for Lammas by The Authors at Llewellyn

Lugh: Meeting the Many-Skilled God by Morgan Daimler

Lugh na Bua – Lugh the Deliverer by Cathal O Searcaigh

Podcasts:

https://awesomeon20.com/episode59/

This week we are diving into the health topic of erectile dysfunction. I try to talk about very common public health topics to help expand everyone’s understanding and especially to help people feel seen and heard. But I have been pretty female topic-heavy in this category and I wanted to broaden our education to a very common male health concern. In this episode, we will understand what ED is, treatment options, and how it can lead to bigger health concerns. It is best to be proactive instead of reactive when addressing health concerns.

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Sources:

Erectile dysfunction (ed). Erectile Dysfunction (ED): Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment - Urology Care Foundation. (n.d.). https://www.urologyhealth.org/urology-a-z/e/erectile-dysfunction-(ed)

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. (2022, March 29). Erectile dysfunction. Mayo Clinic. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/erectile-dysfunction/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20355782#:~:text=Include%20physical%20activity%20in%20your,for%20alcohol%20or%20drug%20problems

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. (2023, June 24). What to know about oral meds for erectile dysfunction. Mayo Clinic. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/erectile-dysfunction/in-depth/erectile-dysfunction/art-20047821

professional, C. C. medical. (n.d.). What is erectile dysfunction?. Cleveland Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/10035-erectile-dysfunction

For Further Reading:

https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/urologic-diseases/erectile-dysfunction/symptoms-causes

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/erectile-dysfunction/in-depth/erectile-dysfunction/art-20043927

https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/acupuncture/about/pac-20392763

https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/penis-pump/about/pac-20385225

https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/penile-implants/about/pac-20384916

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/erectile-dysfunction/in-depth/nonoral-erectile-dysfunction-treatments/art-20045578

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/erectile-dysfunction/in-depth/nonoral-erectile-dysfunction-treatments/art-20045578

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/erectile-dysfunction/multimedia/vid-20531989

Youtube Videos:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c1Mc6WcJCjI&embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mayoclinic.org%2F&embeds_referring_origin=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mayoclinic.org&source_ve_path=MjM4NTE&feature=emb_title

https://youtu.be/ywn1Xq4Ne_o?si=HbfCztMb85bPTaX1

This week we are diving into another magical topic and that is knowing the differences and similarities between two tools that you might be using in your practice or are interested in adding. Of course, to start us off, I do want to say you are not obligated to create these works for your practice. I think looking into the tools of the magical trade always helps in creating a deeper connection to your practice. You might have also seen these names thrown around in pop culture such as in the book/movie Practical Magic or the TV show Charmed and even in the Hocus Pocus movies.

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Sources:

https://www.llewellyn.com/encyclopedia/term/Grimoire

https://www.llewellyn.com/encyclopedia/term/book+of+shadows

Johnson, S. (2021, January 6). Book of shadows vs grimoire: What’s the difference? ARCANE ALCHEMY. https://www.arcane-alchemy.com/blog/2021/1/6/book-of-shadows-vs-grimoire-whats-the-difference

Low, T. (2023, September 7). What is a book of Shadows?. Medium. https://medium.com/@tabitha.low/what-is-a-book-of-shadows-87223ae19efb#id_token=eyJhbGciOiJSUzI1NiIsImtpZCI6Ijg3YmJlMDgxNWIwNjRlNmQ0NDljYWM5OTlmMGU1MGU3MmEzZTQzNzQiLCJ0eXAiOiJKV1QifQ.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.bC3UlhIux-9joH3UD3UN3aShZ64AdwhWbqloCvnqRXKRjz3p70RNAo9meRXAV1hvtX42rmafLTJYHimnmkic2MK7S-J32nedk_gVeMoUMOClaQXuHmycPnoT0d9ZtF-pgjLYtKvBc_Q6s1HU62PDJ4XGT69UJ1sFfssCPDjb-WWWeXWYDagoHHg8MoO5RZ2c8fuyygLjLjZQSS5yvLu3BUU_vgkKDQFPDKIGIn2qeylIQ9OE_tzfZkSfzqlAATSK8Gz7AAvYg71lDsM6LO-MKpu_Soi3I7t9NMTonzMShZ-ol6vAgaaa9U6PLfcelqi7Aa-po-EODFhtK3JkVWPryw

Rogers, R. What is the difference between a grimoire and a book of Shadows?. Medium. https://medium.com/@rachel.rogers/what-is-the-difference-between-a-grimoire-and-a-book-of-shadows-a563d1562973

Swanner, R. (2024, April 8). What is a grimoire and how do I make my own?. The Pagan Grimoire. https://www.pagangrimoire.com/grimoire/

For Further Reading:

https://www.learnreligions.com/make-a-book-of-shadows-2562826

https://magickalspot.com/online-book-of-shadows/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw-ai0BhDPARIsAB6hmP5EtNjDnsL69AAgi9HzL05-GAD996PipgCWyhktsUuCyj3GFsWm1YUaAvvOEALw_wcB

https://yalebooks.yale.edu/book/9780300272017/art-of-the-grimoire/

Books:

Grimoires: A History of Magic Books by Owen Davies

The Book of Magic: From Antiquity to the Enlightenment by Brian Copenhaver

The Magus

The Fourth Book of Occult Philosophy

The Grand Grimoire (also known as Le Dragon Rouge)

The Sworn Book of Honorius

The Key of Solomon

Book of Shadows by Wicca’s Gerald Gardner

Youtube Videos:

https://youtu.be/C6lqHelBnDc?si=5OJXGM1gXKnvMBAm