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As March stretches her limbs and shakes the frost from her bones, spring begins her gentle return—tiptoeing in soft, fragrant, and full of quiet promise. And just when it feels like winter might never loosen her grip, here she comes: the Redbud tree (Cercis canadensis) blushing bold and beautiful, adorning her bare branches with rich magenta clusters, like nature’s own string of prayer beads.

She doesn’t wait on permission. She blooms early—firstborn of the season, child of sunlight and renewal—proclaiming resurrection, new beginnings, and the sacred timing of all things. In many parts of North America, she’s one of the very first to bloom, standing as a living testimony that even after the harshest season, beauty always returns.

Now, in old European folklore, they speak of her cousin—the so-called “Judas Tree”—believing it was the tree from which Judas Iscariot met his end. But that story belongs to her Mediterranean sister, Cercis siliquastrum. Our Redbud right here? She doesn’t carry that sorrow. No indeed.

Here in our lands, she is honored as a tree of hope, healing, and holy transformation a living sign that the Most High is still working wonders.

And let me tell you something special about her: those blossoms don’t wait on leaves. Nope. Those flowers come bursting straight from the bark! That rare and sacred gift is called cauliflory. Ain’t that just like Spirit? Showing up right out of the rough places. Bringing glory from the weathered wood. Turning brokenness into blessing.

The Redbud teaches us that Miracles don’t always look how you imagined! Sometimes, they bloom right out of what was once barren. So when you see that tree standing in her pink and purple glory, you stop and you listen. Because she’s declaring something your soul needs to hear and that is: “Life is returning. And so are you.”

Below is more information about the Redbud. I’ve included the medicinal properties, magically uses, a tea blend, and a working with Redbud.

Medicinal Properties

Traditionally used by Native American tribes, Redbud flowers and inner bark offer gentle, healing properties:

• Edible flowers: High in vitamin C, slightly tart; sprinkle in salads or infuse into teas for immune support.

• Bark tea: Mildly astringent and traditionally used for fevers and congestion.

• Seed pods: Young pods are edible and can be sautéed like snow peas.

⚠️ Always forage responsibly and confirm identification before use.

Magical Uses

The Redbud tree carries potent energy of protection, renewal, and divine love. Use it in workings for:

• Heart healing

• New ventures or fresh starts

• Calling in right relationships and clearing spiritual blockages

Associated with Venus and the element of Air, Redbud is a sweet ally for love spells and spiritual communication.

Herbal Formulation: Spring Heart-Opening Tea

• 1 tbsp Redbud blossoms (fresh or dried)

• 1 tsp dried rose petals

• 1 tsp lemon balm

• 1/2 tsp hibiscus (optional for tang)

• 1 slice or 2 fresh orange

Steep in hot water for 5–7 minutes. Sip during meditation or journaling to open your heart and prepare your spirit for what’s blooming next.

Spellwork: Redbud Renewal Ritual

You’ll need:

• A small branch or flower from a Redbud tree

• Pink or white candle

• Bowl of spring water

• Paper and pen

1. Light the candle and hold the Redbud branch over the flame (not too close), saying:
   “By bloom and bud, by root and rain,
   I welcome joy, release old pain.”

2. Write down what you’re ready to let go of and what you wish to call in.

3. Dip the paper in the spring water, then bury it beneath the Redbud or a flowering plant. While standing at the tree repeat this bible verse 3 times. Close by saying thank you, Ase’ or Amen.

   “The flowers appear on the earth; the time of the singing of birds is come, and the voice of the turtle[dove] is heard in our land.” — Song of Solomon 2:12 (KJV)

Let the Earth carry your intentions into bloom.

Please remember, Redbud teaches us to blossom boldly and early, to trust in divine timing, and that beauty and healing often arrive before we think we’re ready.

Blessings on your spring journey,
Mama Sunfiyahh, The Mixtress Maven

A Daily Devotional to help stay in alignment.

Sweetie pookie doos, in an effort to create a morning protocol for spiritual alignment, I’ve written down my own morning ritual. This is how I do it. Feel free to tweak this as you need to, but the foundation remains the same: honor, alignment, and divine connection.

What You’ll Need:

✅ Ancestral Stick or Bells (for calling and honoring spirits)
✅ A Candles of your choosing (for clarity, guidance, and elevation)
✅ A Glass of Fresh Water (to refresh and strengthen spirit)
✅ Incense or Resin (frankincense, sandalwood, myrrh, or an ancestral blend)
✅ Small Offering (honey, coffee, liquor, fruit, or whatever your spirits prefer)
✅ Music (drumming, spiritual hymns, or ancestral songs)

Step 1: Setting the Space

1. Before anything else, as soon as you open your eyes, say thank you for this new day.
2. Wash your face and hands with cool water as a spiritual reset.
3. While looking in the mirror, touch your forehead say this:
   “My sacred Ori, the seat of my destiny, align me with my highest path. May I walk in truth, speak with wisdom, and act with purpose.”

Step 2: Opening the Front Door—Welcoming the Day

1. Open your front door to greet the new day and welcome blessings into your home.
2. Pour a water libation onto the ground at your front door. 

At the door, say:
“Good morning to the spirits of the East, the winds that bring new beginnings. Only goodness, prosperity, and love may enter this space. May my home be filled with fresh energy, my mind be clear, and my day be prosperous!” 

Stand for a moment, breathe in deeply, and allow the morning air to kiss your face.

Step 3: Greet your ancestors

1. Standing in front of our ancestral altar, tap your Ancestral Stick on the floor three times. If you don’t have an ancestral stick, clapping your hands, ringing a bell, shaking a Shakere or even playing a singing bowl can be used to call your spirits to gather.

Say: “Grand day, my ancestors, I honor you. Stand with me today. Or, say something of your own choosing.”

2. Place your offering on the altar, saying:
“I offer this with love and respect. May it nourish my ancestors who walk with me.”

3. Light a candle of your choosing.
Say: “Mighty and loving Ancestors, those known and unknown, who walk with me, stand with me, and lift me—bless me today with wisdom and strength.”

Step 4: Playing Sacred Music

Turn on ancestral drumming, spiritual hymns, or songs that connect you to your roots.
💛 Music wakes up the spirits and fills the space with power.

Step 5: Make an offering to your spiritual court. 

This step is for those who have an established spiritual court 

1. Light a candle and say a prayer that honors your court.
2. Light incense.
3. Make offerings appropriate for your court. 

Step 6: Sitting in Silence

1. Sit for at least 5 minutes in silence.
2. Listen. Breathe. Receive.

Step 7: Closing the Ritual & Sealing the Blessing

1. After sitting in silence, 

Say: “Thank you. The work is done, the path is set, and I walk in power.”

Start your morning routine.

1. If leaving, snuff out the candle safely.
2. At your front door, mark a cross on your door sealing in the blessings and protection for the day.

💛✨ Now, go forth—rooted, guided, and blessed! ✨💛

This ritual is a daily reset, ensuring that before you step into the world, you are grounded, guided, and divinely protected.

Try it out, make it yours, and watch how your days shift in power and alignment. 💛✨

Would you add anything to your personal practice? Drop your thoughts below! ⬇️

Sweetie pookie doos, let me share a little motherly wisdom with you. 

Life is one wise, patient teacher, and every single experience—whether it showers you in joy or knocks you flat on your ass—comes with a lesson tucked inside. But here’s the truth, my loves: you’ve got to want to learn, or life will keep handing you the same homework until you do.

Listen closely when I say this: “A lesson not learned MUST be repeated. So, how do we stop this dayum ride? How do we stop spinning in circles and start stepping into our growth? Come on sugah, let’s sit together at the kitchen table so I can share some lessons that I EARNED not just LEARNED from getting my ass whooped by life.

1. Pause, Reflect and do your dayum SHADOW WORK!

First things first, slow yourself down. Most folks just plow through life, barely pausing to catch their breath, let alone to reflect. But if you don’t stop and take stock, how will you ever see what life is trying to show you? When something happens—whether it warms your heart or breaks it—take a moment to sit with it. Ask yourself:

• What just happened, and how did it make me feel?
• What role did I play in this situation?

Reflection is like holding a mirror to your soul. But, baby, you can’t see clearly if you’re rushing past that mirror at full speed. Grab yourself a journal, meditate, or just sit still with a cup of tea. Truth has a way of floating to the surface when you give it space.

1 Corinthians 13:12 For now we see through a glass, darkly; but then face to face: now I know in part; but then shall I know even as also I am known.

2. PAY ATTENTION, Look for Patterns and Synchronicities.

Life works in cycles. Through CLEAR, CONSISTENT AND CONTINUOUS observation you will recognize the patterns. If the same situations keep showing up whether it’s in your relationships, your work, or how you feel about yourself, well, that’s no coincidence. That’s a flashing neon sign from the universe saying, “Sweetheart, you missed this lesson the last time, so here it is again.”

• Are you constantly in relationships where you’re undervalued? Maybe it’s time to learn your worth.
• Do you keep finding yourself in the same kinds of conflicts? Life might be asking you to work on your communication or boundaries.

Patterns aren’t here to punish you. They’re here to wake you up. So start paying attention, sugar.

Romans 8:28 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.

3. Experience is the best teacher. Get the Lesson!

Now, here’s where the magic starts. Every single experience whether it feels like a blessing or a burden has something to teach you. Ask yourself:

• What is this trying to teach me about myself, others, or the world?
• How can I use this wisdom to make better choices moving forward?

Even the hardest moments have something valuable to offer. Heartbreak teaches resilience. Failure builds strength. Disappointment sharpens discernment. But you’ve got to be brave enough to look for the treasure in the chaos.

Let me also mention here that Life or the Universe is not this big bad dictator that intentionally causes negative things to happen in your life just so you can learn a lesson. As I see it, it’s all codes created by choices made directly by you or indirectly experienced by you as part of the collective consciousness.

Proverbs 1:5 Let the wise hear and increase in learning, and the one who understands obtain guidance.

4. Take Accountability. Some of this shit is your doing.

Now listen to Mama: you can’t grow if you’re too busy pointing fingers. Growth starts with accountability. Ask yourself:

• What could I have done differently?
• How can I make a better choice next time?

Now, sugar, this isn’t about dragging yourself through the mud or carrying guilt around like a heavy sack. It’s about taking your power back. When you own your part in the story, you take the pen into your own hands and have the power to write the next chapter however you choose. Remember that book The Four Agreements we read in our book club? You are the star, the director, and the producer of your own movie. You’ve got the script, baby, and you can rewrite it any time you choose. Why? Because, YOU ARE THE GOD OF YOUR ENVIRONMENT! That’s why!!

2 Corinthians 5:10

“For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each of us may receive what is due us for the things done while in the body, whether good or bad.”

5. Put the Wisdom to Work and Learn your Lessons

Now, baby, here’s the step where most people stumble. Wisdom isn’t just something you keep in your head. It’s something you live. So ask yourself:

• What’s one small step I can take to apply this lesson in my life?
• How can I show up differently next time I face a similar situation?

Begin wherever you can, even if it’s small, just begin. Every tiny step you take is like planting a seed for the future you’re building.

Here’s where many folks stumble: it’s not enough to understand the lesson, you have to live it. Wisdom isn’t some pretty decoration to admire from a distance. No, baby, it’s just like your Sunday best that you wear it proudly. It’s like your favorite kitchen pot that you put it to work. Because trust me, life will cycle around again, and it’s that hard-earned  and well learned lesson that’ll carry you through the next cycle.

Proverbs 4:7 Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.

6. Release and Give Thanks. Attitude of Gratitude

Once you’ve learned the lesson, it’s time to let the experience go. Don’t carry the weight of it longer than you need to. Say to yourself:

• “I honor this experience for what it taught me, and I release it with love and gratitude.”

Now, listen here, sugah. When you’ve made it through the fire, and that lesson has finally shown itself, it’s time to lay that heavy burden down. Holding on to old pain, regret, or bitterness is a weight you don’t really want to carry. Just like the lyrics in Erykah Badu’s song Bag Lady says…

Bag lady, you gon’ hurt your back
Dragging all them bags like that
I guess nobody ever told you
All you must hold on to
Is you, is you, is you…So pack light

Dragging all them bags like that will only hurt you. You can’t keep carrying all that weight and expect to move forward freely. Life is too precious, and your heart is too beautiful to be weighed down by what no longer serves you. Let it go, sugar. Pack light, because your journey is calling, and you’ve got brighter roads ahead.

Philippians 3:13-14 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.

7. Keep Growing

Here’s the thing, my loves: life will never stop teaching. You’re not meant to get everything perfect the first time, none of us are. Be patient with yourself. Be kind to yourself. And, at my big ol’ age, I am still leaning into this. Some days are better than others.

Life’s lessons are what shape you into the strong, wise, beautiful soul you’re meant to be. So don’t shy away from them, embrace them. And if you find yourself stumbling more often than you’d like, just remember: “Every stumble is a step forward—just make sure you rise wiser than you fell.”

Philippians 3:13-14 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.

And finally sweetie pookie doos, just remember, life isn’t about dodging the hard stuff. It’s about learning how to dance through it with grace, wisdom, and a whole lot of faith. Every challenge, every heartache, every unexpected twist in the road is shaping you into the powerful, wise, and unshakable being you were always meant to be.

Growth is an ongoing journey. You don’t have to figure everything out today. Just take one step, apply one lesson, and trust that you are being guided exactly where you need to go. Be patient with yourself. Show yourself the same love and understanding you so FREELY give to others. And above all, trust that no experience is wasted. EVERYTHING is working for your highest good.

So, take a deep breath, straighten your crown, and keep walking forward. Because you, my loves, are not just surviving this life—you are mastering it.

Now, tell me, sweetie pookie doos. What lesson have you learned that changed your life for the better? Let’s talk about it. Drop a comment, share your wisdom, and let’s keep growing together. 

Love ya!
Mama SunFiyahh 

Oh, sweetie pookie doo, let me tell you a little something about Nana Buluku, the Great Mother, the primordial womb from which everything came forth. You see, Nana Buluku isn’t just a goddess—no, baby, she is the Most High, the Supreme Being, the Grandmother of All Things, and the Creator of the very universe. Before the orishas, before the Iron Age, before we ever even learned to walk this earth, there was Nana, holding everything in her sacred, cosmic embrace.

Now, sugar, Nana Buluku is a force like no other. Sometimes her energy is feminine, sometimes masculine, but it always flows with a matriarchal grace. She mostly chooses to work with priestesses—wise women, healers, and keepers of sacred knowledge. That’s the kind of power we’re talking about here, baby. She carries an ibiri, a magical scepter made from palm fronds and shells. Let me tell you something—you don’t just pick up her ibiri if you’re a man, and even if you’re a woman, you better have her permission in your spirit before you even think about it. That ibiri is a symbol of her sacred authority, and it commands respect.

Let me tell you another thing, my sweet one: Nana Buluku is the goddess of the muddy waters. The kind of waters that are fertile, alive, and rich with possibilities. Her energy is tied to new cycles, fresh beginnings, and the birthing of every new moment. When you honor Nana, you honor that part of yourself that is always creating, always transforming, always giving birth to what’s next. She’s ancient, baby—so ancient that she doesn’t care for iron tools. No, Nana predates all that. If you’re working with her, you better put that iron knife down and pick up a bamboo or wooden blade. She keeps it simple, natural, and close to the earth.

Her symbols are sacred, too, and each one tells a story. The moon, mud, leaves, birds, moonstone, black opal, and agate—these are her sacred tools, her spiritual language. You might see her shrines adorned with palm fronds or raffia-covered mounds. Her colors? Purple, dark indigo, black, white, green, and red. But don’t go bringing her no metallics, now. She doesn’t care for shiny things like gold or silver. Keep it earthy and pure.

Now, if you want to honor Nana Buluku, you’ve got to bring her the things she loves. Whiskey, rum, tobacco, coffee, shrimp, or tomatoes—these are just a few of the offerings she enjoys. She also loves garlic, juniper, marshmallows, and mint. Her feast day is July 26, but her energy is especially potent on Mondays and Saturdays. Those are her days, baby, so if you feel her calling, that’s when you set aside time to honor her.

But listen closely, sweetie pie, because I need you to understand this: Nana Buluku is the cosmic creator, the one who birthed the world, the sun, and the moon. Her twin children, Lisa (the sun) and Mawu (the moon), are the celestial forces that keep the universe in balance. And here’s the thing—after creating all we see, Nana stepped back. She withdrew from the daily affairs of the world and left it in the hands of her twins. That’s wisdom, my love—the kind that knows when to create, when to guide, and when to let go. It’s a reminder that life is about cycles, about making way for the new to flourish.

In her stories, Nana is often depicted as an old woman, wise and ancient, carrying the kind of knowledge that predates time itself. She reminds us to honor the wisdom of our elders, to value the cycles of life, and to tap into the sacred creativity within ourselves. Her energy is timeless, and her legacy stretches across generations.

So, my little sugah foots, when you invoke Nana Buluku, know that you are calling on the essence of creation itself. You’re embracing the part of you that is infinite, wise, and always evolving. And when you honor her, you honor the sacred lineage of West African spirituality—the deep, rich heritage that flows through our veins and connects us to the divine.

Take your time with Nana, baby. Call on her with reverence and gratitude, and let her teach you the ways of birthing, of healing, and of stepping into your sacred power. She is the Grandmother of All Things, and through her, we learn what it means to create, to let go, and to become. 💜

Mama Sunfiyahh’s Self-Love Herb Blend & Ritual for Common Sense and Confidence

Hey there, sweetie pookie doos! Mama Sunfiyahh is here to sprinkle a little wisdom and magic into your day. Let me ask you something: have you ever fallen for potential instead of the real deal? Have you ever given your golden energy to someone who can barely offer you tinfoil in return? Have ever lost your mind over some RAGGEDY DANGALANGA? Well, we’re putting a stop to that nonsense right now.

Today, I’m sharing my Self-Love Herb Blend and Ritual to help you call in common sense and confidence. Because, honey bunny, you deserve nothing less than the absolute best. Let’s mix up a little magic, shall we?

The Self-Love Herb Blend

This blend is a potion of self-worth, clarity, and queenly vibes. Each herb is handpicked to help you step into your power and trust your intuition. Here’s what you’ll need:

• Rose Petals: For heart-healing and unconditional self-love. You’re the prize, baby—never forget it.
• Lavender: To soothe overthinking and bring peace when you start dreaming about someone’s potential instead of their reality.
• Basil: To call in clarity and abundance—the real kind, not the breadcrumbs some folks try to serve.
• Bay Leaves: For strong intuition and discernment. This will help you sniff out red flags faster than you can say, “Boy, bye!”
• Calendula: To boost courage and keep your confidence sunny and warm.
• Cinnamon Chips: For fiery confidence to walk away from what doesn’t serve you and step boldly toward what does.
• Peppermint: For a refreshing energy boost to keep you moving forward, no matter what.
• Thyme: For wisdom and strength, because it’s about thyme we stopped ignoring our intuition!

How to Make the Blend

1. Combine all the herbs in a bowl or mortar and pestle. Take your time, sweetie, because intention is everything. As you mix, focus on the qualities you’re calling into your life: clarity, strength, and glowing self-love.
2. As you stir, say this affirmation:
   “By rose and lavender, I honor my worth.
   With basil and bay, I see my true path.
   Calendula, cinnamon, peppermint, and thyme,
   Confidence and common sense are now mine.”
3. Store your blend in a glass jar—something cute, because you deserve beauty in every detail. Keep it on your altar, dresser, or anywhere sacred to you.

The Confidence & Common Sense Ritual

This ritual will help you align your heart and mind so you can walk through life with grace, power, and clarity. Here’s what you’ll need:

• Your herb blend
• A pink candle (for self-love)
• A yellow candle (for confidence)
• A small mirror

Step 1: Set the Scene

Light your candles and place them on either side of your mirror. Dress your taper candle with your favorite condition/anointing oil. Sprinkle a little of your herb blend on the candle and then around the candles to create a sacred circle. Breathe deeply and center yourself, sweetie—this is your time.

If you choose to use a glass jar candle then LIGHTLY sprinkle the herbal blend on the candle.

Step 2: Speak Your Power

Look into the mirror and say:
“Look at you—glowing, growing, and knowing your worth.
No foolishness, no time wasted, no settling for scraps.
My heart is whole, my path is golden, and my love is a treasure map.
Common sense, guide me. Confidence, crown me.
And as I will it, so shall it be.”

Step 3: Release Doubts

Close your eyes and visualize yourself shedding old patterns of doubt like a heavy cloak slipping off your shoulders. See it fall away, leaving you lighter, brighter, and free. Picture yourself surrounded by a golden glow of self-love and wisdom, your confidence shining like the sun. Imagine walking boldly forward on a clear path, stepping over any obstacles with grace and ease. Let this vision sink into your heart.

Step 4: Seal the Energy

Take a pinch of your herb blend and add it to your bathwater, tea, or even your purse to carry that magical energy with you. Whenever you need a boost, come back to this ritual or simply hold the jar and reconnect to your intention.

Mama’s Final Wisdom

Listen here, my little sugah wugahs: You are not here to fix, save, or settle for someone’s potential. You are the main dish, not the side salad. Use this herb blend and ritual whenever you feel your heart wavering or your boundaries softening. This is your reminder that your love is a treasure, and not everyone deserves access to it.

Remember: confidence is your crown, and common sense is your compass. With these two things, there’s no stopping you, darling. Go forth, glow up, and live your best life—because you’re worth it. 💖

With love,
Mama Sunfiyahh

Credit: The word dangalanga is used by @thekarenfaye on TikTok.

Stoneroot (Collinsonia canadensis), also known as horse balm, richweed, or knob-root, is a perennial herb native to North America. It thrives in moist, shaded woodland environments and belongs to the mint family (Lamiaceae). Valued in traditional herbalism for centuries, stoneroot is known for its wide array of medicinal and magical benefits. Its name comes from its tough, knobby root system, which can be challenging to harvest but is packed with powerful properties.

Medicinal Uses of Stoneroot

Parts Used:

• Root: The root is the most commonly used part of the plant in herbal preparations, such as tinctures, teas, and poultices.

Medicinal Properties:

• Anti-inflammatory: Stoneroot helps reduce inflammation, making it beneficial for conditions like hemorrhoids, varicose veins, arthritis, and sore muscles. It soothes irritated tissues and eases swelling.
• Diuretic: It encourages urination, helping to flush out toxins and reduce fluid retention.
• Astringent: Stoneroot has a tightening effect on tissues, aiding in gastrointestinal and urinary tract issues.
• Carminative: It helps alleviate digestive discomfort, including gas, bloating, and indigestion.

Specific Uses:

• Circulatory Support: Stoneroot strengthens veins and capillaries, making it helpful for varicose veins, hemorrhoids, and other vascular conditions.
• Urinary Health: It supports kidney and bladder health, helping treat urinary tract infections, kidney stones, and general irritation in the urinary tract.
• Digestive Aid: It alleviates symptoms of indigestion, bloating, and general digestive upset.
• Respiratory Health: It helps soothe sore throats and reduce irritation in the respiratory system.

Stoneroot’s versatility has earned it a place in many traditional herbal medicine cabinets, supporting both general wellness and specific conditions.

Spiritual and Magical Uses of Stoneroot

In addition to its medicinal properties, stoneroot carries a strong energetic signature in folk magic. Its grounding, stabilizing, and protective qualities make it a valuable ally in magical workings, even though it’s not widely referenced in Hoodoo or traditional magical practices.

Magical Correspondences:

• Element: Earth
• Planetary Ruler: Saturn
• Energetics: Stabilizing, protective, grounding, cleansing

Magical Uses:

• Protection: Stoneroot is used in spellwork to create boundaries, ward off negativity, and fortify personal defenses. It can be added to protective sachets, floor washes, or incense for the home or workplace.
• Grounding and Stability: Ideal for spells focused on financial security, stable relationships, or mental clarity. Burn it as incense or place it in mojo bags to anchor chaotic energies and restore balance.
• Uncrossing and Banishing: Stoneroot can be used in spiritual baths or uncrossing oils to cleanse and remove obstacles in your path.
• Breaking Hexes and Deflecting Harm: Combine stoneroot with herbs like hyssop, agrimony, or angelica root to break hexes or reflect harm back to its source.
• Healing and Strengthening Connections: As a symbol of “roots,” stoneroot is perfect for deepening relationships or repairing damaged bonds. Use it in charm bags for family harmony or to strengthen friendships.

Spell Ideas Using Stoneroot

Protection Mojo Bag: Combine dried stoneroot, black salt, and a piece of hematite in a red or black cloth bag. Carry it for personal protection or place it near the entrance of your home to create a protective shield.

Grounding Ritual: Burn stoneroot with sandalwood and cedar during meditation to anchor your energy and enhance focus. You can sprinkle the ashes around your space or carry them as a charm to maintain grounding throughout your day.

Road-Opening Floor Wash: Simmer stoneroot with lemon peel, bay leaves, and basil. Strain and add the mixture to your mop water. Cleanse your floors with this infusion while visualizing obstacles clearing and new pathways opening in your life.

Grounding and Protection Ritual Using Stoneroot

This ritual helps stabilize chaotic energy, ground your intentions, and create a protective barrier around yourself or your space. It aligns with the Earth and Saturn correspondences of stoneroot to bring balance and resilience.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon dried stoneroot (crushed)
• 1 teaspoon black salt
• 1 teaspoon dried angelica root (for protection)
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary (for cleansing)
• 3 drops patchouli essential oil (for grounding and prosperity)
• 1 black or white candle (for protection or balance)
• A small bowl of water (for emotional cleansing)
• A small bowl of salt (for stability)
• Charcoal disc and heatproof bowl (for burning herbs)

Ritual Steps:

1. Ground Yourself: Sit comfortably and hold a pinch of the herb blend in your hands. Take three deep breaths, visualizing your energy connecting with the Earth like roots from a tree. Imagine chaotic or negative energy being drawn into the Earth and transformed.
2. Invoke Protection: Light the charcoal disc in the heatproof bowl. Once it’s glowing, sprinkle a small amount of the herb blend onto the charcoal. As the smoke rises, chant:”Roots that anchor, strong and deep,
   Guard and protect while I speak.
   Chaos to calm, let all align,
   Ground me firm, protection divine.”

   Repeat the chant three times, or as needed, to focus the intention.

3. Seal Your Intentions: Light the candle and drip three drops of wax into the salt bowl, saying:
   “By Earth and flame, stability remains.”
   Drip three drops into the water bowl, saying:
   “By water’s flow, protection grows.”
4. Complete the Ritual: Let the candle burn for at least 15 minutes as you meditate on your desired outcome. When done, snuff the candle (do not blow it out) and dispose of the ashes and water near the roots of a tree to return the energy to the Earth.

Optional Additions: Carry a small sachet with the leftover herb blend for continued protection. Repeat the ritual monthly, especially during the waning moon, for ongoing grounding and shielding.

Conclusion

Stoneroot’s resilience and protective nature make it a valuable ally for enduring challenges, establishing balance, and fortifying defenses. Whether you are seeking physical healing or spiritual protection, stoneroot offers a wide range of benefits for both your body and your magical practice.

The Lion’s Gate Portal, a cosmic event that peaks every year on August 8th, is a time of extraordinary spiritual significance. This portal opens a gateway between the physical and spiritual realms, allowing us to connect with higher energies, set intentions, and manifest our desires with greater ease and alignment. During this time, the universe is particularly receptive to our dreams and aspirations, making it a powerful opportunity for transformation and growth.

The Significance of the Lion’s Gate Portal

The Lion’s Gate Portal is marked by the alignment of the Sun in Leo with the star Sirius, known as the “spiritual sun.” This alignment creates a powerful surge of energy that enhances our spiritual awareness and connection to the cosmos. It’s a time when the veil between the physical and spiritual worlds is thin, making it easier to access higher wisdom, insights, and guidance.

For those who are spiritually attuned, the Lion’s Gate is an invitation to set powerful intentions, release what no longer serves them, and manifest their deepest desires. This alignment is believed to create a powerful portal of energy, bringing heightened spiritual awareness, transformation, and manifestation. Here’s how to utilize the energy of the portal in workings:

• Amplify Energy and Manifestation: The Lion’s Gate is considered a time of amplified energy, where intentions, prayers, and manifestations are more potent. It’s a period for setting goals, dreams, and desires, as the energy is believed to support rapid manifestation and the alignment of your inner vision with your outer reality.
• Spiritual Awakening and Ascension: This portal is also associated with spiritual awakening and ascension. The energy from the Lion’s Gate can help you connect more deeply with your higher self, increase your intuitive abilities, and open up new levels of consciousness. It is seen as a gateway to higher realms and a time for personal and collective evolution.
• Heart Chakra Activation: Leo, ruled by the Sun, governs the heart chakra. The Lion’s Gate is often linked with heart chakra activation, promoting love, compassion, courage, and emotional healing. It’s an opportunity to open your heart to give and receive love more freely and to release any blockages that might be holding you back.
• Cosmic Alignment and Divine Timing: The Lion’s Gate is seen as a moment of cosmic alignment, where the energies of the Earth, Sun, and Sirius synchronize, creating a powerful opportunity for divine timing and alignment with your soul’s purpose. It’s a time to trust the flow of life and the guidance of the Universe.
• Numerological Significance: August 8th (8/8) carries the numerological vibration of the number 8, which is associated with abundance, power, and infinity. The double 8 energy on this day is seen as a powerful time to tap into the infinite potential within yourself and the Universe.

Did you know that the Lion’s Gate is also connected to the ancient Egyptian spiritual traditions? Sirius was highly revered by the ancient Egyptians, symbolizing rebirth, renewal, and the rising of the Nile River, which was essential for the fertility of the land. The alignment of Sirius with the Great Pyramid of Giza during this time is thought to open a gateway to higher consciousness and ancient wisdom.

Rituals that can benefit from Lion’s Gate Portal energy

• Meditation: Engaging in meditation on this day can help you align with the energies of the Lion’s Gate, allowing you to receive guidance and insights from higher realms.
• Journaling: Writing down your intentions, goals, and desires can help you focus on what you want to manifest and create during this powerful time.
• Energy Work: Focus on opening and balancing your heart chakra through practices like crystal healing, energy work, or simply spending time in nature.
• Ceremonial Work: Some people choose to perform ceremonies or rituals that honor the energies of the Lion’s Gate, calling in protection, abundance, and guidance from the Universe.

The Spiritual Significance of Tropical Storms

While the Lion’s Gate Portal offers a connection to the cosmos, tropical storms connect us to the raw, transformative power of nature. A tropical storm is more than just a weather event; it embodies the necessity of change, the power of cleansing and renewal, and the balance of elemental forces. The swirling winds and torrential rains symbolize the breaking down of old structures to make way for new growth.

Spiritually, a tropical storm represents the forces of transformation at work in our lives. It reminds us that change, while often challenging, is necessary for growth and renewal. The storm’s power can be harnessed to cleanse and purify, washing away old energy, habits, and patterns that no longer serve us. It’s an opportunity to align ourselves with the natural cycles of release and regeneration.

Here’s a look at the spiritual meaning and symbolism associated with tropical storms:

1. Transformation and Change:

• Catalyst for Change: Tropical storms are symbolic of significant change and transformation. Just as a storm can reshape landscapes, uproot trees, and alter the environment, it symbolizes the forces in life that bring about necessary change. Spiritually, a tropical storm can represent the breaking down of old structures, beliefs, or situations to make way for new growth and opportunities.
• Embracing the Unknown: The unpredictability of a tropical storm reflects the uncertainty and chaos that often accompany major life changes. Spiritually, it encourages embracing the unknown, trusting that even in the midst of turmoil, new beginnings are being forged.

2. Cleansing and Purification:

• Washing Away the Old: Storms, particularly those involving heavy rain, are seen as powerful forces of cleansing. They wash away debris, pollution, and stagnant energy, both literally and metaphorically. Spiritually, a tropical storm symbolizes the purification of the soul, mind, and environment, helping to clear away negativity, old patterns, and emotional baggage.
• Emotional Release: The intensity of a storm can be seen as a reflection of pent-up emotions or energies that need to be released. The storm provides an opportunity for catharsis, allowing suppressed feelings to surface and be cleansed away, making room for healing and renewal.

3. Divine Intervention and Power:

• Messages from the Divine: In many spiritual traditions, storms are seen as messages from the divine or from powerful spiritual entities. They can be interpreted as signs of divine intervention, signaling the need to pay attention to certain aspects of life or to prepare for upcoming changes.
• Manifestation of Divine Power: The sheer force and power of a tropical storm are often viewed as a manifestation of the divine or cosmic energy. This energy can be harnessed for spiritual work, particularly in rituals or prayers that require a strong, transformative force.

4. Destruction and Renewal:

• Cycle of Life and Death: Tropical storms embody the natural cycle of destruction and renewal. While they can cause significant damage, they also create the conditions necessary for new growth. Spiritually, this symbolizes the cycles of life, death, and rebirth, reminding us that destruction often precedes renewal and that every ending is also a new beginning.
• Letting Go: The destructive force of a storm can symbolize the need to let go of what no longer serves you. This might include outdated beliefs, toxic relationships, or unhealthy habits. The storm’s energy supports the process of releasing and making space for new, positive experiences.

5. Balance of Elements:

• Elemental Forces: Tropical storms are a powerful expression of the balance and interaction of the elements—water (rain), air (wind), earth (ground), and fire (lightning). Spiritually, they remind us of the interconnectedness of all things and the need for balance in our own lives. Working with the energy of a tropical storm can help in balancing these elements within oneself.
• Elemental Power: The storm’s elemental energy can be harnessed for spiritual practices, such as elemental magic or rituals that seek to balance the energies of water, air, earth, and fire.

6. Spiritual Growth and Resilience:

• Testing Strength: Just as a tropical storm tests the resilience of natural landscapes and human structures, it can also symbolize the spiritual tests and challenges that strengthen our inner resilience. Enduring the storm, both literally and metaphorically, can lead to greater spiritual growth and personal strength.
• Spiritual Awakening: The intensity of a tropical storm can act as a catalyst for spiritual awakening, shaking us out of complacency and prompting us to seek deeper meaning and purpose in life.

7. Connection to Ancestral Spirits and Deities:

• Ancestral Voices: In some cultures, storms are believed to carry the voices of ancestors or deities. The wind, thunder, and lightning are seen as communication from the spirit world, delivering messages or guidance from those who have passed or from powerful spiritual beings.
• Invocation of Storm Deities: Many cultures have storm deities or spirits associated with weather phenomena. These deities, such as the Yoruba Orisha Oya (goddess of storms and winds) or the Norse god Thor (god of thunder), are invoked during storms for their protection, strength, and transformative power.

Combining the Energies of the Lion’s Gate and a Tropical Storm

When a tropical storm coincides with the Lion’s Gate Portal, the combined energies create a unique and potent spiritual force. This convergence offers an extraordinary opportunity to harness both cosmic and earthly powers for profound transformation and manifestation.

During this time, consider engaging in a ritual that blends the energies of the Lion’s Gate and the storm. Collect rainwater during the storm, which will be charged with the combined energy of the portal and nature’s raw force. This water can be used in various spiritual practices, such as cleansing your space, anointing yourself, or empowering your rituals and manifestations.

Using Tropical Storm for Rituals

1. Protection Spells:
   • Use the storm water in protection rituals or to create protection charms. Anoint doorways, windowsills, and the perimeter of your home to create a barrier against negative forces.
2. Cleansing and Banishing:
   • Add a few drops of the storm water to your cleansing sprays or floor washes to enhance their ability to remove negativity and unwanted energies. You can also sprinkle it around your space for a powerful energetic cleanse.
3. Transformation Rituals:
   • Use the storm water in rituals that focus on personal transformation, overcoming obstacles, or breaking free from old patterns. The intense energy of the storm can help you push through challenges and embrace change.
4. Hex or Curse Removal:
   • If you feel that negative energy, a hex, or curse has been directed at you, storm water can be used to cleanse and remove these influences. Add it to a bath for a cleansing ritual or sprinkle it around your home to dispel negativity.
5. Elemental Magic:
   • Storm water is strongly connected to the elements of water and air, with the additional power of fire (lightning) and earth (thunder). Use it in elemental magic rituals to invoke the power of all four elements for balanced and powerful workings.
6. Empowerment:
   • Anoint yourself with the storm water before engaging in activities that require strength, courage, or assertiveness. The energy of the storm can help you feel more empowered and resilient.

Considerations:

• Potency: Storm water is very potent, so a little goes a long way. You can dilute it with regular water if needed or use it sparingly in your rituals.
• Balance: Due to its intense energy, balance it with calming or grounding elements like earth, crystals, or herbs if you feel the energy is too overwhelming.

As you work with this storm-charged water, set clear intentions for what you wish to release and what you desire to manifest. Speak your intentions into the water, visualizing it absorbing your words and desires, and see it glowing with a powerful, transformative energy. Use this water as a tool for spiritual growth, resilience, and deeper connection with the divine forces of nature.

Embracing Transformation and Growth

The union of the Lion’s Gate Portal and a tropical storm serves as a powerful reminder that transformation often comes through challenge and change. By embracing these energies, you can tap into a deep well of spiritual power that supports your growth and evolution.

As you navigate the storms of life, both literal and metaphorical, remember that each storm carries the seeds of renewal and transformation. By working with the energies of the Lion’s Gate Portal and tropical storms, you can emerge from these experiences stronger, more aligned, and ready to embrace the blessings the universe has in store for you.

In the end, the Lion’s Gate and tropical storms teach us that through the storm, we find our greatest strength and clarity. By harnessing these forces, we can cleanse, transform, and manifest our deepest desires, walking the path of spiritual growth with grace and resilience.