AT Imbolc, we celebrate the polarity seasons once more. It seems like yesterday we were celebrating the Solstices (Winter in Oz and Summer in the N. Hemisphere) but it was only roughly six weeks ago! Imbolc celebrates the Return of Spring. Nature's cues come with the sprouting of saffron crocuses, snowdrops or new tree buds. The first born offspring begin to appear - even the term 'Off spring' meaning 'OF' Spring references the season we herald in
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The December Solstice, is known as the Winter Solstice in Northern Hemisphere; but since December is a Summer month in the Southern Hemisphere, 21 Dec is a Summer Solstice. As I currently live in Oz; the longest day of the year beckons. Both Solstices’ always reminds me of my Celtic homeland roots. I miss celebrating classic winter Yuletide vibes when the December Solstice occurs Down under - a warm Xmas is mind bending for this European!
Read moreROSEMARY, REMEMBRANCE & MARTINMAS DAY
Remembrance Day is a Memorial day that falls on 11 November to honour armed forces members who have died in the line of duty. Originally evolving out of Armistice Day. On the 11th hour, of the 11th day, in the 11th month, folk stop for a minute silence to remember those no longer with us. In Australia, Anzac Day is reserved for veneration of fallen service men and women during World War One - it falls on April 25th annually - Lest we forget. Rosemary and Remembrance, features heavy on both days. With a swag of benefits, Rosemary’s uses got way beyond it’s culinary uses.
Read moreCrystals + Feng Shui + Eclipses
You'd be forgiven for thinking Petrology was the study of chemicals, especially petrol but it's actually the scientific study of Rocks. So grab a brew as we scratch the surface of Nature’s Mineral Kingdom focusing on Crystals and their use in Feng Shui. Including which natural silicon formations are best to aid with sleep. And we touch on rituals with the upcoming Solar Eclipse (14 Oct 2023).
Read moreHAPPY EARTH DAY
It’s Earth on April 22nd 2021. In the Chinese metaphysical study of Feng Shui, all businesses can be defined by one of the five elements. And Feng Shui belongs to the EARTH element! Do you work in an Earth classified industry? What are you doing to celebrate Earth Day? If you’re stumped for ideas you could always embrace Plants and their medicine.
Read moreSTYLISH COMPOSTING
Beehive compost bin by Grow 4 it.
Let's face it, composting isn't the most stylish of pursuits - but it sure is rewarding. Minimal effort that yields successful results will make a composting advocate of even the most impatient gardener. In the past I've trench composted but it's a tad labour intensive. Tomorrow, I start my first 'real' attempt at cultivating fecund compost.
Read moreGEOPATHIC STRESS + WU HOU
Images via Ismael G.G. on flickr
We’re in the closing days of Dog Month and the last *wu hou manifestation of the 18th Solar term is also coming to an end. It provides not only an ancient reminder but a visual one of the implications of this Material Manifestation.
Read moreImbolc | Goddess Brigid | Chinese New Year
The Celtic Wheel of the Year denotes when we honour the end of a season and the beginning of the next. Often marked as festivals dates and celebrated at sacred places and landmarks where ancient builders crafted structures to showcase astronomical events. The skies two luminaries - the Sun and the Moon were the peoples calendar.
It seems like yesterday we were celebrating the Solstices (Winter in Oz and Summer in the N. Hemisphere) but it was only roughly six weeks ago! Now we celebrate the return of Spring. Nature's cues come with the sprouting of saffron crocuses, snowdrops or new tree buds. The first born offspring begin to appear - even the term 'Off spring' meaning 'OF' Spring references the season we herald in.
Read moreVienna No.#1 - Rivers and Dragon veins
Ah Vienna, if you have every set foot in the pristine city you will know why it was awarded the title of the most LIVEABLE city in the world. It's held a steady second place for several years but was beaten for the last seven years, by Melbourne, Australia which was dethroned by .07%.
Read moreImbolc | Candlemas & Goddess Brigid
It seems like yesterday we were celebrating the Solstices (Winter in Oz and Summer in the N. Hemisphere) but it was only roughly six weeks ago! Now we celebrate the return of Spring and the Sun rise. Nature's cues come with the sprouting of saffron crocuses, snowdrops or new tree buds. The first born offspring begin to appear - even the term 'Off spring' meaning 'OF' Spring references the season we herald in.
Read moreCrystals, Feng Shui + Lunar Eclipses
POST SCRIPT - this post has general tips on Crystals and eclipse energies just be aware it was written at the time indicated below, so adjust according if you know the planetary aspects for any future eclipses) more upto date article here http://bit.ly/crystalsfengshui
With astrological sites awash with news of Eclipses (at time of post it’s the 28th July Full Moon @6:20AM 4°44 Aquarius AEST), I’m predicting a few sleepless nights around the full moon’s eclipse. And wherever an eclipse is visible, it’s said you’re more likely to feel the ‘effects’ of the eclipse. Since it’s the longest total lunar eclipse this century, I’m thinking it’s going to pack a punch!
Read moreDEFINING CHI (Qi)
How to define Chi. Or Qi as it’s sometimes called.
I'll level with you first - it’s a big topic. But I will give you a taster, so you won’t be bewildered by this governing tenent of Feng Shui and it might not sound like industry jargon anymore.
Sacred Festivals of the Year :: BELTAINE ✳︎ SAMHAIN
Marking Celtic Festivals, speaks to me on both professional and personal levels.
Beltaine and Samhain are Festivals that observe a combination of the sun’s path, agriculture, religious, pagan and seasonal markers. These cross quarter days are represented on a Celtic Wheel (Earth Wheel) which is divided into eight points of the year.
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