Being a perfectionist is sometimes regarded as a positive quality. However, it can make you anxious, resentful and depressed If you are a perfectionist it may come from a place of feeling ‘not good enough’. We attempt to be perfect in all that we do in order to be accepted and to please others. Our…
Do you long for summertime every year -but when it arrives you find yourself too busy to enjoy it! Luckily, it can be easy to squeeze in some summer fun In the summertime, magazines, blogs and adverts are full of ideas for what to do on long warm days. From picnics and barbecues to days…
Self-improvement has been a hot topic for a long time. But could all this focus on becoming better actually harm our chances of happiness and success? Everyone seems to be working hard to achieve goals, produce things and make their lives better. But doesn’t this constant drive for self-improvement leave you feeling exhausted? And could…
Having a place to restore your spirit can make a huge difference to your life. This could be a meditation space or simply a spot to enjoy a moments peace. As you know, I believe that there are many ways to calm the mind and restore the spirit and that this doesn’t necessarily involve sitting…
Indulging in the senses can help us feel less stressed and anxious, relieve depression and help us have more fun and pleasure Modern Society and education place a lot of value on the mind, on academic achievement, thoughts, logic – everything that goes on in our heads. This is especially true in the Western world.…
If you are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and exhausted there are three aspects of your life you should address to change your life for the better A few months ago, I was feeling anxious, irritable and resentful. I was constantly worrying about how much I had to do, so much so that I often became paralysed…
We all have the power to change our lives whenever we wish. However, if you are looking for a bit of extra help, try this 4 step ritual
Do you have a dream you long to achieve? Are you putting your creativity on hold until you have more time? If so, read on. Many of us would like to be more creative – but we don’t seem to manage it. We feel like we simply must do something – but somehow we…
Want to find out more about being a witch? Here are my top witchcraft books for those just starting out on the path. When I started practising witchcraft many years ago there were not many witchcraft books available for new witches. Now there are hundreds of witchcraft books to choose from, which is great. However,…
There may be times when you feel out of balance; when you feel negative thoughts are overwhelming you and it’s hard to find the joy in life. This simple ritual can help you to release negative energy and find more peace and clarity. What you will need For this spell, you will need a…
Sometimes need to tame our mind’s to achieve the personal and spiritual growth we are seeking Many spiritual disciplines seem to view the mind or ego as something unspiritual that must be overcome. In fact, I believe the mind is as much a part of universal energy as the spirit or soul is. However, we…
Creativity can help us improve all areas of our lives. If your creativity is a bit rusty, try one of these creativity exercises to fire up your imagination. Creativity isn’t just for artists. In fact, we can use creative thinking to improve all areas of our lives from our work to our relationships. Creativity doesn’t have…
The promise of spring is just around the corner, but this can still be a hard time of year for all of us, especially if you experience seasonal depression. The resolutions have been made and forgotten and the healthy lifestyle started and perhaps abandoned. We may have embarked on new goals, but that first excitement…
We pick up a lot of bullshit beliefs from society, family and peers and these can affect our lives in many negative ways. Here are some common negative beliefs that could be blocking your success, along with some ways to overcome them and achieve a happy life. 1. Life is hard As children, we often pick…
Being an urban witch isn’t always easy but you can use the energy of the city to supercharge your magickal practice Being an urban witch has its positives and negatives. Space is often hard to find and privacy even harder. You may not be able to burn candles or incense or find a quiet place…
