March 29, 2020 0 Comments
A Collaboration with LVXTENEBRAS and J. Southern Studio
Art by Jean “Moebius” Giraud
Crystals carry a lot of power. These earthen tokens of sacred geometry are said to hold the energies and secrets or the universe, and can also be charged, like any talisman, to hold the intention of the practitioner or wearer. These sparkling gem treasures are gifts to us from the Earth and can be used in a plethora of ways, and since the collective world is experiencing a vibrational and energetic shift due to quarantine and the Covid-19 pandemic, many are searching for new ways to ground and center themselves while dealing with the emotional, physical, and financial upheaval that comes with this crisis. Below are three short crystal meditations you can practice at home. If you are in need of crystals, please visit our shop here to find ones that call to you!
Crystal Clarity for Divination, Guidance, and Insight
Did you know that you can gaze into ANY crystal for insight? Scrying is a technique used to visually seek answers and clues to the questions we have via gazing into objects like fire, water, smoke, and crystals. It can be done in a myriad of ways (more on that here), but for now here is a scrying ritual that can be practiced by anyone, any time.
Simple Time and Perception Ritual:
Nature carries its own design, and while humans are animals, we also carry a creative consciousness that seeks to find new lines, new shapes, and new contrasts. We as humans use these concepts of line, shape, and contrast to organize our realities and perceptions to better understand our world. Did you know that every time we experience something new, our experience of time slows down? This is because Time is also a design (aka an illusion) used to understand our place in the universe, and through real experiences more of our brain’s energy is needed to process new information.
As Magicians we practice to master ALL of the illusions of the world in order to harness them for our desired outcome. Therefore, Time is a great illusion or sensory perception, and can be played with to our advantage.
Channeling Love and Understanding for the Self and Community
If you find yourself experiencing depression, frustration, anger, or mental blockages, focussing on the integration of love and understanding into your perspective may help overcome any day- to- day negativity that many feel so overwhelmed by.
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Some of our Crystal Kits may already have the help you need:
Sera Timms of LVXTENEBRAS is Gemini twin sister, occult and esoteric lover and practitioner, musician, and wise woman from California. Read more about her here, and from her on our blog, Esoteric Insights.
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July 05, 2025 0 Comments
As the Sun dips into the fiery heart of summer, July emerges—golden, long, and lazy. And right alongside it, the zodiac’s watery guardian, Cancer, takes the helm. July is one of the few month’s of the year (next to March or April, depending on the date of Ostara) where a pagan holiday or fire festival is not observed, yet the middle of summer seems almost ritualistic in how entrenched we become with the richness of the season. Looking further, it only makes sense as to why Cancer, summer’s sweetest star sign, is the mascot to the start of summer. Here’s why the vibrancy of July and the nurturing essence of Cancer are cosmic twins—bound by symbolism, season, and soul.
June 10, 2025 0 Comments
A celebration of identity, liberation, and self-expression— Pride Month is an annual honoring of the LGBTQIA+ community’s history, resilience, and ongoing pursuit of equality. While astrologically Pride Month falls within Gemini and Cancer seasons, the bold and untamed spirit of the Sagittarius full moon each June aligns strikingly with the energy that fuels Pride’s essence: truth-seeking, radical authenticity, and freedom from oppression.
February 25, 2025 0 Comments
As we navigate the celestial currents of 2025, a unique astrological event awaits: both Venus and Mercury will be retrograde simultaneously. Venus will transition from Aries to Pisces during its retrograde, while Mercury will retrograde in Aries. This rare cosmic alignment offers a profound opportunity for introspection, reassessment, and personal growth. When these two influential planets appear to move backward in the sky, their retrograde energies prompt us to slow down and reevaluate critical aspects of our lives. While the experience may seem challenging, it ultimately serves as a chance to heal, reset, and reconnect with our true desires and intentions.