Archive | October 2013

Merry Samhain & Happy Halloween

Photo by Dennis Dow, Woodland Park Zoo.

Photo by Dennis Dow, Woodland Park Zoo

Happy Halloween

Here in our community some folks are bashing Halloween as a Pagan Holiday and they’re altering the evening to be more Christian. Halloween however was created by early Christians to honor the Saints of the Church for All Saints Day. The evening before that day was known as All-Hallows Eve, which was set aside to honor relatives who had passed on and left this physical world. It’s a Christian Holiday, no need to make it more Christian than it already is.

This evening celebration evolved over time has  become the secular evening of Halloween where children get to play dress up and adults get to scare each other in haunted houses.

Merry Samhain – The Celtic New Year

Pagans celebrate a holiday called Samhain. Whither you use the Gaelic pronunciation “Sow-en”, “Sow-ween”, Sah-ween” or the Americanized version “Sam-hain” (yes that is an acceptable pronunciation), it’s still the biggest holiday on the Pagan Calendar.

Samhain, dates back to the ancient Celts who lived 2,000 years ago. Early Pagans set their calendar to the change of the seasons and this is the perfect example of that. The Celtic word Samhain means “summer’s end” and it’s a celebration of the Celtic New Year.

Contrary to what some believe, is not a celebration of a Celtic god of the dead. It is the time when the veil of forgetfulness is lifted between the physical world and the spiritual world. Where the dead are honored and communication with spirit can take place more than any other time of the year.

For pagans it’s a time of celebration, but it’s also a time of reverence and deep spiritual reflection for the past and the future year to come.

Pagans follow a lunar calendar. Our holidays begin when the sunsets on October 31st and it will end at sunset on November 1st.

You can learn more about The History Of Samhain And Evolution of Halloween here on Springwolf Reflections 🐾.

© This material is the intellectual property of Author Springwolf (Springwolf's Hanko)
© 2013 Springwolf, D.D., Ph.D. Springwolf Reflections / Spring’s Haven, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

The Spirituality Of The Tarot

The Moon

Mystic Faery Tarot by Linda Ravenscroft

An Increase In Interest

Over the past few weeks I’ve received an unusual number of emails asking for information about the tarot, their history and general overview. I’m not sure what has sparked this increased interest, but I’d like to know. Was it a TV show? A movie? A new popular book?

Whatever the reason, I thought it would be easier to reply to those notes in a post that hopefully folks can find through an online search. I hope this provides some quicker answers than waiting for me to get through my email.

A Basic Overview
They are called the messengers of the Divine, the window to Universal Law and the sacred symbols of the higher consciousness. Whatever their auspicious synonym, the Tarot has been mentioned in ancient texts for over 35,000 years.

One such text, from the Hermetic Kabbalah, tells of 108 stone tablets that lay beneath the ancient pyramids at Giza. 78 of these tablets are called the Exoteric Tarot, the remaining 30 are the Esoteric Tarot. This text goes on to say, that one day these tablets will be uncovered and will explain Universal Law and the soul’s path through the cycle of rebirth. Continue reading

Today’s Tarot Meditation Drawing: Four of Swords -Inv

Four of Swords - Inverted

Mystic Faery Tarot by Linda Ravenscroft

If you don’t respect yourself, how are you going to respect those around you? Your negative self talk is imprinting on those you care most about, causing them to feel inadequate and worthless. Stop trying to make up for your perceived inadequacy established by those in your past. They don’t define who you are. That’s your job. So create a positive and good definition of yourself and live to it. Walk your own talk!


Additional Insight:

Swords represent Strength & Weakness, Struggle & Endurance, Animosity & Respect.

You project how you feel, even how you feel about yourself. It can appear to others as if that projection is what you think of them. Don’t expect others to be able to read your thoughts or intentions. Even the best psychics have clouded vision when it comes to those they love or care about. Even if that’s not what you mean, could be that’s what they see when you look at them or speak to them. 

What others have said to you in the past is only true and real if you take their words to heart. Why accept the hateful negative descriptions about you from someone who obviously didn’t respect you? That doesn’t even make sense.

Someone close to you has shutdown because they can’t take on any more negativity. Especially from your own projection. Show some compassion for yourself and stop using them as a reflection. It’s not their baggage to carry for you. 

And if the one you’re with is the one trying to define you in a negative way, then maybe it’s time to address the problem and confront them. If they’re not willing to work with you to resolve the issue, then it might be time to move on. Clean the mirror, or buy a new one for a better and more clear impression of yourself.

You decide what reflections you hold in your life. If you want respect, you need to give it. If you want positive consideration, than look in the mirror with compassion and love. You’ll reflect that energy not only to yourself, but to those you love and care about too.

You can order a personal reading from Spring through the Services at Spring’s Haven. We offer both in-house and email/phone/skype consultations. As a Ministerial organization, all our consultations are private and strictly confidential.


© Springwolfs HankoSpringwolf Reflections 2013 Motto:
I attract and acquire more happiness and financial abundance than I know what to do with!

© 2013 Springwolf, D.D., Ph.D. Springwolf Reflections / Springs Haven, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Next On The Ænigma Project – Ghosts, Ghouls and Goblins

Get Your Tinfoil Hat
and Join Us Live!

The Ænigma Project – Mondays 9 PM EST

The Ænigma Project is a discussion group focused on the realm of the supernatural, paranormal and mysterious events that sometimes take place in our lives. Through multiple view points and experiences, we seek to enlighten our listeners and elucidate that which has become hidden beneath the many layers of misunderstanding and fear.

Join Paul Cagle and his co-hosts Sushi and Springwolf as we share our research, knowledge, insight and humor. Be part of the Ænigmite Crew and play “Truth or Tale”. And add your opinion or thoughts as we discuss the strange or paranormal news of the day.

You can join in the chat room to share your perspective or ask questions for the panel to contemplate and address. Or simply listen to the show LIVE!

ghosts10/21 Our Topic: Ghosts, Ghouls and Goblins
Tis that time of the season where the trees burst with color, the air grows cold and nature welcomes the Fall slumber. Where the shadows grow longer as night comes sooner and extends its darkness further into the day. Where ghosts, ghouls and goblins come out to play amongst the Jack-o-Lanterns, black cats and witches hats. Come sit by the bonfire as we talk of  Samhain, Halloween, traditions, legends, lore and all things spooky.

If you don’t want to join the chat, you can still listen live on your pc or Smartphone. Pick your favorite place and come listen to the show: 

There are many other ways you can listen on the go, at home, at work or in your car. Check out Tenacity’s “Hear Us On” technical page for more options. You won’t believe how many places there are available.

We always have a lot of fun! And we’d love to have you with us LIVE in our chat room. Check our Contact Us page for ways to stay connected on news and more happenings from The Ænigma Project.


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If you miss the show, you can listen to previous shows on the
Tenacity Radio Archives for the The Ænigma Project (look for date and topic). Or visit the The Ænigma Project blog for links to iTunes, Stitcher and more ways you can listen to past shows.

Be An Ænigmite!
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© This material is the intellectual property of Author Springwolf (Springwolf's Hanko)
© 2013 Springwolf, D.D., Ph.D. Springwolf Reflections / Spring’s Haven, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Today’s Tarot Meditation Drawing: The Priestess

The Priestess

Mystic Faery Tarot by Linda Ravenscroft


Look within for the answers. Be calm, cool and collected. You’ll be able to see what’s really going on from both a higher perspective and under the surface. Even though others are being deceitful and trying to take advantage of your situation; you don’t have to go down into the sewer with them. Don’t take the bait and remain compassionate, clear and focused for your own good.


Additional Insight:

When you show compassion instead of taking the bait to start a fight, you heal your inner-self. You strengthen your own position and provide energy that allows you to rise above the greed, ego and arrogance.

Others may think they’re fooling you. But in doing so they are also missing out on the opportunity to share the little moments in their life with you. That may not seem like much right now. But remember, snowballs roll down hill and become larger before they crash at the bottom.

It may take a little time to realize how much they missed out on. How much they sacrificed of themselves to be deceitful. But when you’re walking up the mountain and they’re still struggling to cross the bridge at the foothills below, they’ll wish they did things differently.

You don’t have to give back what they’re dishing out. Simply protect your assets. Hold compassion and love for yourself and those you care about. You will be able to see through their deceit and negative actions. And you will accomplish what you need to. Remember, don’t take the bait. Walk away, or say thanks and goodbye. But don’t get into the argument.

You can order a personal reading from Spring through the Services at Spring’s Haven. We offer both in-house and email/phone/skype consultations. As a Ministerial organization, all our consultations are private and strictly confidential.


© Springwolfs HankoSpringwolf Reflections 2013 Motto:
I attract and acquire more happiness and financial abundance than I know what to do with!

© 2013 Springwolf, D.D., Ph.D. Springwolf Reflections / Springs Haven, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Today’s Tarot Meditation Drawing: Five of Wands

Five of Wands

Mystic Faery Tarot by Linda Ravenscroft

Your peace offering may not be accepted, but if you make it you might be surprised. Don’t let pride stand in the way of admitting you’re partly to blame. But remember there are two sides of the story and the other side has some accountability too.


Additional Insight:

I’ve said before that everyone handles stress and anxiety in different ways. But everyone needs a release. In general people need connections, they need someone to talk to. When communication avenues are closed or blocked, that stress can be compounded. What seems like a little thing to you, could be the last straw to someone else who already has 10 tons on their shoulders.

Yes they are responsible for their own feelings and how they choose to react. But don’t be surprised when they lash out. It maybe all they have left when they can’t take anymore.

Make an attempt to talk to them and resolve the issue. Tell them how you feel and what part of the issue you feel is your responsibility. Don’t place blame, don’t start any sentence with “You did” or “You didn’t”. Rather take control of your own emotions and actions through “I felt like”.

Life isn’t easy. It has ups and downs. How you handle the downs will be the biggest indicator of how you’ll move into the future. If you want to keep your partnership, you’re going to have to admit that some of the blame really is on your shoulders. And all the responsibility for you emotions and how you feel resides with you.

The key to any successful partnership, no matter what kind of relationship it may be, is Respect. Find out if you really are giving that to your partner. Be honest with yourself and truly look within to determine if you’re only telling yourself you are, or not. Correct those areas you don’t feel stand up to your own standard and make your peace offering. Let your weekend begin with compassion and kindness.

You can order a personal reading from Spring through the Services at Spring’s Haven. We offer both in-house and email/phone/skype consultations. As a Ministerial organization, all our consultations are private and strictly confidential.


© Springwolfs HankoSpringwolf Reflections 2013 Motto:
I attract and acquire more happiness and financial abundance than I know what to do with!

© 2013 Springwolf, D.D., Ph.D. Springwolf Reflections / Springs Haven, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Today’s Tarot Meditation Drawing: The Magician

 

The Magician

Mystic Faery Tarot by Linda Ravenscroft

While you have so many things up in the air to pay attention to, don’t forget what’s already on your table. The things you disregard maybe the very things you want most in your life. There’s a difference between important and imperative. But sometimes those imperative items stack up so high that you can’t see the magik you’ve already created in front of you. Give respect to what you already have, and you won’t lose them.


Additional Insight:

Everything deserves respect. Especially those things you hold near and dear to your heart. Be they a special tool, a favorite necklace, a person or people in your life, respect them and they’ll never leave you.

Respect is the biggest thing that holds people together. Respecting their ideas, their wishes, their opinions and their value to you in your life is the key to maintaining a long term relationship.

Constant disrespect breeds disdain, anger and hurt feelings. Remember that your actions speak much louder than your words. If you’re not putting for the effort to show your respect, you will lose what you love most.

Don’t leave the ceremonial knife out in the rain to become rusted. Don’t scatter the cards on your desk and leave them unprotected to get lost or damaged. Clean the favorite necklace from time to time and examine it for damage. When you’re asked for support or help from a loved one, don’t huff or puff, don’t ignore it, be there for them. Even if it’s hard. Especially if they’ve been there for you!

You can order a personal reading from Spring through the Services at Spring’s Haven. We offer both in-house and email/phone/skype consultations. As a Ministerial organization, all our consultations are private and strictly confidential.


© Springwolfs HankoSpringwolf Reflections 2013 Motto:
I attract and acquire more happiness and financial abundance than I know what to do with!

© 2013 Springwolf, D.D., Ph.D. Springwolf Reflections / Springs Haven, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Today’s Tarot Meditation Drawing: 7 of Cups

7 of Cups

Mystic Faery Tarot by Linda Ravenscroft

Don’t ask others about what you should do. Look into your own crystal ball and define you’re own future. No one has your best interests to heart more than you do. Others will only tell you what they “want” you to do, which may not be what you “need” to do!


Additional Insight:

It’s your life, you need to be the one who leads it. You’re the one who will live with the consequences, good, bad or indifferent. Don’t leave it up to someone else to make your choices when they have no responsibility for what happens to you.

Take some time to sit quietly, close your eyes and go within to find the answer that is best for you. Align yourself with the higher divine force in your life and trust the message you receive.

Don’t look for conformation for what you want to do. Be open. Be honest. And look for guidance toward what you need to do. It might even be something you haven’t even thought about.

When you believe you have the answer, talk it over with your partner or family. But don’t listen to the nay-sayer. Listen to those who are supportive and want to help you progress your ideas, help you achieve your goals and build you up when you’re feeling put down or defeated.

Those are the people who are really standing by your side. Even when you take a different path, if they’re still there cheering you on, they’re the ones who have your best interest to heart and love you. Thank them for their help, consider their ideas and then walk your path forward. Only you can fit in your own skin, so only you can live your life.

You can order a personal reading from Spring through the Services at Spring’s Haven. We offer both in-house and email/phone/skype consultations. As a Ministerial organization, all our consultations are private and strictly confidential.


© Springwolfs HankoSpringwolf Reflections 2013 Motto:
I attract and acquire more happiness and financial abundance than I know what to do with!

© 2013 Springwolf, D.D., Ph.D. Springwolf Reflections / Springs Haven, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Today’s Tarot Meditation Drawing: Six of Cups – Inverted

 

Six of Cups - Inverted

Mystic Faery Tarot by Linda Ravenscroft

Play with your dreams in reality and you’ll give them the energy to manifest. Keep them in the bubble and you’ll never be able to fill your cups with abundance. Dreams take physical work and the implementation of steps to attain them. Get to work and stop listening to the nagging inner voice that says you can’t do this. Release the fear that holds your dream inside the protective ball and let the bubble fly!


Additional Insight:

When things are upside down, people automatically assume they’re bad or negative. Stop the negative thinking and start looking at things from a different perspective!

It’s ok to collect scrappings that inspire your dream. As long as you’re doing something in the physical world to make them a reality. Don’t let the difficult steps hold you back. Ask for help, apply for the loan, sign up for the class, talk to the broker or agent and find out what you can do. Even if the answer is no, or not now, you’ve torn down the barrier and put energy into action.

Cups represent the essence of Emotions, Happiness, and Abundance. Your emotions create the energy around you. If you want to lift your cup in celebration, then you need to work on what makes you happy. When you do, you combine your physical and spiritual energy into a creative force that will move you forward toward abundance. Stop thinking about how hard or tough things are going to be and start moving your energy into reality!

And remember that just because that one person said no, doesn’t mean the next one will. Or the next. Or the next. Keep going, keep doing what you’re doing and eventually you will build a snowball that can’t be stopped and someone will say yes.

Dreams are nothing if you let them sit in the bubble. You must put the work and effort into lifting them up where they can float on the breeze. When you’re ready and the foundation is in place, the bubble will pop and fly on its own. So don’t give up! Don’t listen to they nay-sayers, don’t listen to the fear. stop worrying about the what if’s that may never happen. Take the chance and step forward off the cliff. You may just find that you can fly and were worried about nothing!

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You can order a personal reading from Spring through the Services at Spring’s Haven. We offer both in-house and email/phone/skype consultations. As a Ministerial organization, all our consultations are private and strictly confidential.


© Springwolfs HankoSpringwolf Reflections 2013 Motto:
I attract and acquire more happiness and financial abundance than I know what to do with!

© 2013 Springwolf, D.D., Ph.D. Springwolf Reflections / Springs Haven, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Science Studies Universal Consciousness

Pack PoliticsMorphic Fields

One thing about Metaphysics is that we’re generally patient people. We try to go with the flow and allow everyone to believe what they choose. We are all on our own path and at different levels of knowledge and understanding. But it’s nice to finally see Science catching up with us.

As someone who is interested in Metaphysics, I’m also very interested in Physics. So shows that discuss science, astrophysics, psychology often get my attention. I really like “Through the Wormhole” on Discovery, hosted by Morgan Freeman.

This past weekend we found an episode we hadn’t seen. Morphic Fields: Is there an invisible “morphic field” of energy generated by any living thing that directs the bodies of every animal and plant on Earth? This is only a 2min video of the episode.

It’s sad that science has to change the name to something we spiritual people have known about for centuries as “energy fields” but ok, whatever. The premise is animals have a collective consciousness. We see it in the flight of a flock of birds that move as one, a herd of deer or wilder beasts, in schools of fish and a variety of other animals.

Well humans are animals too. Do we have a collective consciousness? Of course we spiritual people say yes. But Science has long dismissed this notion. Until now. Studies are being conducted at several universities around the world to test the idea behind collective thought or prerogative thought that can be measured on the human level. It’s interesting research and it’s another case of Physics finally catching up to Metaphysical knowledge,

© Springwolfs Hanko

© 2013 Springwolf, D.D., Ph.D. Springwolf Reflections / Springs Haven, LLC. All Rights Reserved.