The Séance Room

All of us who deal with children on a daily basis know the feeling-you need to get them distracted and fast. Sometimes you need to just get them busy and find a way to escape for a bit! Here are some excellent ideas that will do the trick (especially for indoor activities- due to the cold season).   Print out coloring sheets are fantastically easy time consumers. You can simply go online, do a search of any favorite character or show, and print. Give them some coloring supplies and away they go! Puzzles are excellent tools for focus and goal setting. Puzzles can be therapeutic for adults as well. They are a great way to relax, complete a project, and spend some time focusing on something besides every day stressors. Children love them and they can definitely keep them busy! Play Doh is a creative tool that allows kids to create anything their little hands can create. Play doh can keep them busy for a very long time and create great entertainment! Bringi...

When Goth is mentioned, usually the image of a teen or young adult comes to mind-coated in black clothing and miserable with life or bored with the antics of those around them. Either burying their heads deep in a book or behind a blank canvas-hoping to dive into another realty or making one of their own.  The Gothic culture is one that is largely misunderstood throughout our society. Gothic art usually focuses on pieces of art that contains images such as: shadows, storms, heavy emotional images, skulls or skeletons, moonlight, creepy trees, spider webs, vampires, night time, Gothic architecture, crows or ravens, and roses. It is like a blend of Halloween, mystical, and Victorian art. Elizabeth is an artist who lives and breathes the Gothic culture. She specializes in Gothic fashion, modeling, as well as creating Gothic style accessories and paintings. I took a moment to sit down with her in hope to bring understanding of the lifestyle and the art form. Wh...

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Fluorite The stone of mental order and clarity Color(s): Known as the “most colorful mineral in the world” Every color of the rainbow- and additionally white, black, purple, blue, green, yellow, as well as colorless. Attributes: Encourages innovation and invention Increases feeling of self-worth Inspires and increases intuition Helpful for planning and coordinating Facilitates understanding and awareness

This meditation focuses on removing objects of stress from your life. It is a simple meditation but can be quite effective. It eases your mind, brings temporary relief from stress, and can bring harmony to your mind.  Find a quiet and comfortable place. Sit comfortably. Begin by closing your eyes and focus on relaxing each part of your body. You can do this by imagining a bright white light filling your body inch by inch and relaxing each part of your body as it travels through. Let the light travel from your feet up towards your head. Let the sense of relaxation spread through your body slowly and progress to your head. When this light fills your body, imagine the warmth and calmness of the light completing each part of you. Now imagine a bubble forming just above your head. Fill this bubble with each worry or stress that you have been experiencing. When this bubble is completely filled, let the bubble float away into the distance. All of yo...

Discover Your Inner Treasures   Sit comfortably in a quiet place. Let your mind and body relax. Imagine you are approaching a calm shore line. The warm sunshine is warming your face. Your approach the shoreline and take a step into the water. It is the perfect temperature. You dive in and discover you can breather under the water. You swim deeper into the depths of the water. You see a treasure chest with your name on it. You open it to discover treasures representing your true dreams and goals. You grab these items and swim with them in your arms. You bring them to shore with you. Look at these items carefully. Are these items you wish to have? Are these life goals? What is holding you back? Stop holding yourself back, go for it! Achieve your dreams!

The Sea Fairy who wears seal skin. Description Roane is the Gaelic name for a seal, sometimes these creatures are called Seal Maidens. Roane is believed to be a sea fairy that wears seal skins to travel through the seas. They have been known to take off the skins and can appear in human shape as well. They are known to be the most gentle of all of the sea fairies. Folktales tell of the Roane removing their seal skins on the northern shores so they can dance in the moonlight. Metaphysical Attributes This creature brings forward similar attributes as the mermaid (strong protection, wisdom, predictions, self-discipline, dedication, tolerence, and learning how to separate your intellect and emotions). It is also known to bring forward magic through music, dancing, singing, and love.

In Native American cultures, a dreamcatcher or dream catcher is a handmade (usually willow) hoop with a woven web or nets inside. Some have decorative beads, charms, or feathers. It is believed that placing dream catchers above the place where you sleep will catch your nightmares and will bring good dreams to you. An Objibwe legend speaks of the origin of the dreamcatcher that is associated with the Spider Woman, known as Asibikaashi: Asibikaashi took care of the children and the people, as the Ojibwe Nation spread to North America it became difficult for her to reach all of the children. So the mothers and grandmothers began to weave magical webs for the children and the infants. These were originally made from willow hoops and sinew, or cordage from plants. Eventually the “spider webs” were made of fine yarns and nettle fiber. These dream catchers were said to “catch any harm that might be in the air as a spider web catches and holds whatever comes in contact with...

 Introducing the First of the Monthly Feature: Crystal Creations!  Introducing- Epidote   The Catalyst for Change Color(s): Mixtures of all shades of green, at times blended with yellow, or pistachio hints. Attributes: Strengthens and grounds the body Steadies the emotions Helps find practical ways to succeed Helps in achieving goals

Can be found: Within the deep waters of the sea. Description: It has been shown to have the front part, head, and forelegs of a horse, a fish tail in the rear, and the horn of a Unicorn (mystical horse with a spiraled horn). Several sea unicorns have been seen with wings on its shoulders. Metaphysical Purpose: It is believed that this creature will help you prepare your emotions for deep metaphysical work. This creature combines the positive qualities of a Unicorn and a Pegasus (magical winged horse) to enable someone to gain control over their own emotions. This creature comes with a warning to those who misuse this given ability- a person who masters the ability to control emotions could learn to manipulate the emotions of others around them.

"Frozen Beards" Can be found: High mountainous regions of France and Switzerland Description: These Gnome-like creatures are known for their icicle coated beards and white fur garments. Their names are Swiss for “frozen beards”. Their large feet enable them to ski or use snow shoes. They are also quite useful for digging- out of avalanches or to conceal themselves within the thick snowy regions. They live in networks of caves and tunnels. Little is known about their lifestyle and tend to appear only when blizzards or freezing temperatures have forced mountaineers from the higher altitudes. Their attitude towards humans is friendly and helpful but credit is usually given to St Bernard Dogs or other rescue canines.They give warnings of avalanches by whistling or hooting.

 A pendulum is a simple tool to create- a cord or chain with usually a crystal attached to the end. This divination tool is usually focused on yes/no questions. If the pendulum is made by the user it typically increases the bond between tool and user. There are two different variations to how they are typically read. The clockwise/counter clockwise and back-and-forth style.  How it is used: Hold it gently within your hand, typically between your fingers so the pendulum and cord can dangle freely. Focus your energy down the cord to build a connection. It is important to program it before you ask any questions. Some people use the clockwise/counter clockwise style with back or forth direction as a maybe. Back and forth in a vertical direction means yes, side to side for no, clockwise for maybe. For both variations, the pendulum standing still means no answer. You can practice a few times to get the hang of it. Empty your mind and focus on a yes/no quest...

The art of divination can be quite simple. This exercise is an excellent tool in activating your own intuition and developing your intuitive skills. Taking an easy approach to developing your abilities allows you to discover yourself without pressure. Sometimes you can limit yourself when you put pressure on yourself. It can strain the process and makes learning difficult. Intuitive skills are instinct. 1. Find a quiet area that you find most comfortable. 2. Clear your mind and think of a simple question, such as “How will today go?” 3. Focus on your question then clear your mind. Your intuition will come up with an immediate answer. Such as “Your day will go great”. Do not doubt or over think the response. Intuition is an instinct. An automatic answer with confidence is known as your intuitive answer. This exercise may seem quite basic and almost common sense , but it is an excellent step towards your intuitive technique and is an excellent daily practice.

 The Twin Lions Can be found: Egyptian Mythology Description: Represented as a two headed lion. Each head facing a different direction or two lions conjoined on the back part and facing opposite directions. The Sun disk is placed on their heads. Other names: Xerefu, Sef and Tuau-The Twin Lions Mythology: These lions represent time. “The Lions of Yesterday and Today” were considered the guardians of the gates of the sunrise and sunset. Their symbolism is quite similar to the Greek Alpha and Omega. An individual working with these creatures can bring forward a positive journey and the ability to look at their past without regret and look toward the future with hope. This creature can enable an individual to learn from their mistakes made within their past lives.

  This exercise is simple and can be a joy to do on your own. A tip to remember in the metaphysical and divination realm is- it is easier than you think! This exercise is a simple way to practice day to day divination technique that will enable you to “dip your toes” into the world of divination. This technique is an excellent way to open your intuition.  All you need is a book! This book can be a personal favorite book, bible, dictionary, or even a literary classic. 1. Choose a comfortable and quiet setting to sit with your book of choice. Relax and clear your mind. 2. Focus on your chosen book and riffle through the pages. As you do so, think of a simple question (for example, “What will today be like?”) and focus on this questions as you flip through pages. 3. Allow a page to “call to you” and open to this page. A line will call your attention. This will be your message. Intuitively the page calls out to you and it brings you to your message.

Tasseomancy is the term given to the art of interpreting patterns within tea leaves, wine sediments, or coffee grounds. It is considered that the grounds closest to the rim symbolize the nearest future while those closest to the bottom are considered to be in the more distant future. Instructions for tea leaf reading are below: 1. Begin by calming your body and mind and make a pot of tea with loose tea leaves. As you sip your tea, think of a question and concentrate on it. For your first try, try a simple one. 2. When there is barely any tea left, turn cup counter clockwise three wise and cover with saucer then tip upside down to allow all liquid to drain out onto the saucer. 3. Look into the cup to reveal the remaining leaves and shapes that have emerged. Read in a spiral motion from the inside towards the outside. Resource: Sarah Bartlett. (2012). The Essential Guide to Psychic Powers. Develop Your Intuitive, Telepathic and Healing Skills. London: Watkins Publ...