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A Short Description of Pagan Metaphysics

I’ve received several emails and FB messages from people asking for a brief description of Pagan Metaphysics. A couple of these emails have indicated they’re writing papers for school. So I thought it might be helpful to simply post my short definition for those searching for the words to define the beliefs.

Pagan Metaphysics Is…
Physics is the study of the observed world. It is the study of what we can see, observe and determine from watching the reaction or interaction of tangible things. Metaphysics is the study beyond physics into the unseen world. That which we believe, but cannot see, still exists. Pagan Metaphysics is a balance of physics through the observation of the natural world and the natural laws of the Divine Universe. It is a balance of both physics and metaphysics applied through observation and personal experience of the unseen spiritual Universe.

Now for the more detailed look, I suggest reading the following:

What Is Pagan Metaphysics?
What Is Paganism? A Basic Description of Paganism & Pagan Metaphysics

Today’s Tarot Meditation Drawing: Ace of Swords – Inverted

Apr19

Mystic Faery Tarot by Linda Ravenscroft

You have attained a major victory today, a crowning achievement to be proud of and to celebrate. Take a little time out of the day to hoist a glass to yourself and your hard work! Even if you’re the only one at the part, don’t let the moment go by without acknowledgment. And make sure you share the news. Others may not know about your efforts, but you can still share your excitement. You deserve this!

Additional Insight:

Your successes are far outweighing the challenges you face. You’ve overcome a great deal in the past few years. Tackling the hardships little at a time, you have proven to be a survivor! Revel in your strength and courage. Celebrate your willingness to look within and acknowledge the challenges that needed to be faced. Not everyone has the ability, or the desire to do that. So take time today to pat yourself on the back for this crowning achievement. You more than deserve it! You’ve earned it too!!

Today’s Tarot Meditation Drawing: Nine of Swords – Inverted

Apr18

Mystic Faery Tarot by Linda Ravenscroft

No one is throwing swords at you, on purpose at least. You’re allowing your own insecurities to get the best of you and seeing attacks that aren’t really there. While some are not happy with you, it’s not because of something you did. Rather you remind them of what they haven’t done or what they allowed to slip through their fingers. It’s ok. Put your own fears to rest and be happy with who you are.

Additional Insight:

You have come a long way and made some remarkable changes in your life. But you’re still allowing those nagging comments from years and even decades ago, to plague your confidence. That self-conscious view is keeping you from going for what you desire. Of course caution is needed to maintain that fine line between confidence and arrogance.

But the new you is reminding some around you how much they have stayed the same. That reflection of stagnation is upsetting to them and instead of looking within, they’re blaming you. Sadly you can’t change everyone. But there are those close to you that you can have a heart to heart with and perhaps help them get started on their new life!

In the meantime, be happy with the new you. Use that confident energy to keep moving forward and change the few things you don’t like about yourself. You have conquered so much already! Look how far you’ve come. The is easy in comparison!

Today’s Tarot Meditation Drawing: Seven of Pentacles

Apr17

Mystic Faery Tarot by Linda Ravenscroft

Tend to the little things that need mending or attention. Check your list and prioritize your work. Get through all the little tasks you need to take care of for the week. Don’t put them off till another day or you’ll forget to do something important! Before you know it, your desk will be clear and your plans for the week will be arranged.

Additional Insight:

There are a lot of little tasks on your plate that right now aren’t imperative. But if you let them go, you risk making them bigger issues than they are now. Don’t put them off for another day. Get them done and you’ll feel better about having a clear and organized schedule.

Today’s Tarot Meditation Drawing: The Star

Apr16

Mystic Faery Tarot by Linda Ravenscroft

Others are looking at you to be the star of the show today. Go with the flow and your wisdom will pour out easily. Don’t be afraid to share insights from both sides of the coin either. Sometimes a good debate can bring out the best information from both sides of the topic. Let your light shine and you’ll rise up to the task.

Additional Insight:

You’ve prepared for your presentation, lecture, pitch or job interview. You know the material and you have the authority on your side. Don’t be so nervous about sharing what you know. Fill your heart with confidence and be true to yourself. Don’t be afraid to say “I don’t know”, you’re not expected to know everything. So stand on the stage and go with the flow. You’ll shine brighter than you ever have before. You can do this!

Sunday’s Homily: “All Paths Lead to the Same Destination”

Apr15

Thoughts On: “All Paths Lead to the Same Destination”

Earlier today that question was posed on an IMM forum that I’m a member of. My initial response was:

I think everyone has their own view about what that destination is, but I think it’s a true statement. I don’t believe in “God” or “heaven”. So when I say it’s the same destination I think of the Divine Universal Consciousness.

From a non-pagan perspective a Catholic friend of mine said to me once “If God is truly the All; than he/she/it has the ability to be all things to all people. God can be anything, anywhere, anytime and in anyplace.”

Perhaps we all believe in the same thing, but we simply have different names for it. But how it’s applied is still about your own personal perspective from belief and experience.

As the discussion emerged it was clear that there are many views on the phrase and each one seemed to have a strong individualistic perspective that, in some cases, didn’t allow for flexibility. In other words, if you didn’t hold the understanding behind the right path, you could not reach the ultimate destination. So does that mean that not all paths lead to same destination? Or does that mean only certain paths have the key through the Divine doorway? Continue reading →

The History of Friday The 13th – A Good Day For Pagans

Apr13

“Black Friday” or “Black Cat Day”

Fear of Friday the 13th is known as triskaidekaphobes.

When fear of the day started is up for debate. Some suggest little can be found about the day being negative or filled with bad luck prior to the late 1800s. But others link the phobia to older historical events and occurrences which symbolize the link between the number thirteen and Friday to disastrous events.

One thing many seem to agree to is that both the number thirteen and the sixth day of the week (Friday) have been associated with negative connotations from patriarchal societies and most definitely western cultures. Where as matriarchal societies associate both these objects with positive aspects and connotations.

Pagans Honor The 13th
We should begin with a short explanation for the layman about who and what are Pagans.

By academic definition, Pagans are any religion or spiritual path that does not follow Abrahamic doctrine. It’s a category of religions that would include Buddhism, Hinduism, Shamanism and Pagan Metaphysics (Witchcraft). It’s these last two that are largely associated with modern Paganism. Continue reading →

Todays Tarot Meditation Drawing: Justice – Inverted

Apr13

Mystic Faery Tarot by Linda Ravenscroft

Some one around you is trying to tilt the balance and drowned out the other side of the story. It’s up to you to ensure the swords have been lowered and balance remains in tact before decisions are made. Remember Justice is blind for a reason. Get all the facts without prejudice and you will bring reason into the fight to resolve the conflict fairly.

Additional Insight:

There is always two sides to every story. You may not want to believe what you hear today, but it’s important that you don’t take sides. You’re being watched and judge by others for the manner in which you’re handling this issue. Don’t rush through your judgement and don’t take sides based on friendship or whither or not you like someone. Talk to both parties involved. Talk to those who work closely with them and may be involved in the conflict. Back the ‘story’ up with facts, check emails and time stamps against schedules and assignments. By late today, you’ll be able to fairly resolve the issue.

Spring will be appearing on the Ænigma Project, Monday April 16th

Apr12

The Ænigma Project, April 16th – Monday 9 PM EST on the Tenacity Radio Network, Hosted by Paul Cagle.

Dreams and dreaming remain a mystery to many of us. What significance does dreamscape imagery hold for our everyday lives? Can deceased loved ones communicate with us through the medium of our dreaming mind? How does someone learn to control their dreams and sculpt the very essence of the world around them? These are a few of the topics that we will be discussing on the Ænigma Project, Monday April 16th. Join us and our special co-host Spring Wolf live as we discuss the many faceted aspects of our Dreams and Dreamscapes. Mondays 9 PM EST only on the Tenacity Radio Network.

Click here to Listen Live!

Hey..I hit a mile marker with this post. This is the 100th post on my new blog! Woohoo! Mini-celebration! Think I’ll have a cookie.

Divination & Spirit Communication

Apr12

How Do Spirits Connect To You For Communication

This article assumes a person who is attempting divination knows how to clear energy and shield themselves and the area they’re working in. Anyone who doesn’t know how to do that is inviting any type of entity into their divination session.

Recently I have been asked about how spirits connect with a psychic or channel for purposes of communication. Not just for divination, but also for guidance and attaining insight into ones spiritual path and enlightenment.

To answer that question I decided to provide my understanding of the “technical” explanation of how spirit energy can connect to our higher consciousness and how spirit communication occurs once that connection is made.

The first thing I’d say here is that everyone is psychic to some degree and everyone has the potential to communicate with spirit. Some call it intuition, others call it gut feeling, but whatever label you’re assigning to the instinct, it’s an ability we all have. Being psychic doesn’t make you special, or unique. It’s a natural sixth sense that we all have. Some of us simply are more aware of it and have tapped into that sense to use it in our daily lives. But it’s something that can be learned. With routine meditation, study, practice and experience anyone can communicate with their own higher spiritual consciousness and with their own connection to the higher Universal Divine Consciousness. Continue reading →

"Believe In Yourself, Even When No One Else Does."
~ Harvey McKay ~
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“Take a chance on faith. Not religion, but faith.
Not hope, but faith.
I don’t believe in hope. Hope is a beggar.
Hope walks through the fire and Faith leaps over it.”
~ Jim Carrey ☆ 2014
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“I describe myself as a simple Buddhist monk. No more, no less. And I am one of the seven billion human being. Basically we are the same… your emotion, my emotion, your mind, my mind.., same physical. So I always look [at it] that way. We are the same.”
~ Dalai Lama 2012 ~
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"Empty your mind, be formless. Shapeless, like water. If you put water into a cup, it becomes the cup. You put water into a bottle and it becomes the bottle. You put it in a teapot, it becomes the teapot. Now, water can flow or it can crash. Be water, my friend.”
~ Bruce Lee 1971