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8 Mother Goddesses to Work with and Honor for Mother’s Day

As the flowers bloom and the warmth of May envelops us, Mother’s Day on May 11th invites us to honor the nurturing, life-giving essence of motherhood—both earthly and divine. During this sacred time, many witches and pagans connect with mother goddesses who embody the energies of creation, compassion, and unconditional love. For many, Mother’s Day is a deeply grounding celebration, where the divine feminine shines as the heartbeat of all life. We feel called to step into the embrace of these goddesses, to reflect on the maternal bonds that shape us, and to weave magic that honors the cycles of nurturing and growth. In this season, we may be drawn to the healing power of love, the strength of protection, and the wisdom of creation, as we listen to the whispers of the ancestors and plant seeds of gratitude in the fertile soil of May. During this time, several mother goddesses take center stage, offering an intimate connection to their nurturing energies. Mother’s Day, celebrated in May, is a pivotal time in pagan culture, filled with love, reflection, renewal, and abundance. Let’s walk through a sacred space of maternal magic, where hearts bloom and spirits connect, to pause, reflect, and honor the divine mothers as we meet some of these goddesses together in this post today.  

The Divine Feminine: What It Means and Why We Work with It 

The Divine Feminine is the sacred, universal energy that embodies nurturing, intuition, creation, and interconnectedness. It is the life-giving force present in all beings, often symbolized by the moon, the earth, and the ocean—elements that flow, sustain, and transform. In spiritual practices, the Divine Feminine represents qualities like compassion, empathy, receptivity, and the power to birth new ideas, relationships, and life itself. It is the counterpart to the Divine Masculine, and together, they create balance, much like the cycles of nature we honor in pagan traditions. For me, the Divine Feminine is the heartbeat of the universe, the motherly embrace that holds us through every season, guiding us to trust our intuition and honor our emotions.  

We work with the Divine Feminine to reconnect with our inner wisdom, heal ancestral wounds, and cultivate self-love. By invoking this energy, we align with the cycles of creation and destruction, learning to nurture ourselves and others while embracing our intuitive power. On Mother’s Day, the Divine Feminine takes center stage, as we honor the mothers in our lives and the goddess energy that flows through them. Working with the Divine Feminine helps us tap into our capacity for unconditional love, to heal familial bonds, and to create a world where nurturing and compassion thrive. It’s a reminder that every act of care—whether for ourselves, our loved ones, or the earth—is a sacred offering to the Divine Feminine, aligning us with the eternal cycle of life.  

Demeter – Greek Goddess

Demeter, the Greek goddess of agriculture, fertility, and the harvest, is a quintessential mother goddess, embodying the nurturing essence of the earth. Known as the mother of Persephone, Demeter’s love for her daughter is so profound that her grief over Persephone’s “abduction” by Hades causes the earth to wither, and her joy at her return brings spring’s renewal. Celebrated in the Eleusinian Mysteries, Demeter is a deity of sustenance and unconditional love, often depicted holding sheaves of wheat or a cornucopia. On Mother’s Day, her energy invites us to honor the protective, life-giving love of mothers, to nurture our own growth, and to connect with the earth’s abundance. In Taurus season, Demeter’s grounding presence encourages us to cultivate stability through care, as we’ve explored with deities like Persephone in our recent guides here. Do you crave diving deeper into her story and looking at it from a shadow perspective of binding chains join The Mystic Mysteries here to read her tale in The Divine Tales series here.

Isis – Egyptian Goddess

Isis, the Egyptian goddess of magic, healing, and motherhood, is a powerful mother goddess revered for her protective and nurturing energy. Known as the mother of Horus and wife of Osiris, Isis reassembled her husband’s body after his murder, using her magic to conceive Horus, symbolizing the power of maternal love to overcome even death. Often depicted with a throne headdress or wings, Isis is a deity of unconditional love and wisdom. On Mother’s Day, her energy encourages us to tap into our inner magic, to heal familial wounds, and to protect those we love. In Taurus season, Isis aligns with grounding themes of stability, urging us to nurture with resilience.

Yemaya – Yoruba Goddess

Yemaya, the Yoruba goddess of the ocean, motherhood, and fertility, is a nurturing deity of the African diaspora, often called the mother of all life. Associated with the sea, Yemaya is depicted as a majestic woman in flowing blue and white robes, her arms outstretched like waves. She protects mothers and children, offering comfort and emotional healing, and her energy is deeply tied to the moon’s cycles. On Mother’s Day, Yemaya invites us to connect with the ocean’s nurturing depths, to cleanse emotional wounds, and to honor the universal mother within. In Taurus season, her watery energy complements the grounding earth, encouraging emotional stability. Are you craving to dive deeper with Yemaya and want a spell to work with her maternal embrace? Get access to it here in my free deity a day series!

Gaia – Greek Goddess

Gaia, the Greek primordial goddess of the earth, is the ultimate mother goddess, the creator of all life and the embodiment of the planet itself. In mythology, Gaia birthed the Titans, the sky, and the sea, nurturing all beings with her boundless love. Often depicted as a lush, earthy figure emerging from the soil, Gaia represents the interconnectedness of life. On Mother’s Day, her energy calls us to honor the earth as our universal mother, to nurture our environment, and to cultivate gratitude for her gifts. In Taurus season, Gaia’s grounding energy aligns perfectly, encouraging us to plant seeds of care.

Frigg – Norse Goddess

Frigg, the Norse goddess of motherhood, marriage, and wisdom, is a loving mother goddess who rules over Asgard as Odin’s wife. Known for her foresight and protective nature, Frigg is the mother of Baldr, whose death she mourned deeply, showcasing her maternal devotion. Often depicted with a spinning wheel, Frigg weaves the fates of humanity, embodying wisdom and care. On Mother’s Day, her energy encourages us to honor the protective love of mothers, to seek wisdom in our nurturing roles, and to strengthen familial bonds.

Hathor – Egyptian Goddess 

Hathor, the Egyptian goddess of love, music, dance, and motherhood, is a joyful mother goddess who nurtures the soul with her vibrant energy. Known as the “Lady of the Sycamore” and mother of the pharaohs, Hathor is often depicted with cow horns and a sun disk, symbolizing fertility and protection. She comforts the dead and celebrates life with her music and dance, embodying maternal joy and healing. On Mother’s Day, Hathor invites us to embrace love, creativity, and celebration, honoring the joy mothers bring to our lives.

Parvati – Hindu Goddess 

Parvati, the Hindu goddess of love, fertility, and devotion, is a devoted mother goddess and wife of Shiva, mother to Ganesha and Kartikeya. Known for her strength and nurturing nature, Parvati embodies the power of feminine resilience, transforming from a gentle maiden into the fierce Durga when needed. Often depicted with a serene smile and adorned with jewelry, Parvati represents the balance of love and protection. On Mother’s Day, her energy encourages us to honor the strength and devotion of mothers, to nurture our families with love, and to find inner peace.

Danu – Celtic Goddess

Danu, the Celtic goddess of the earth, rivers, and fertility, is a primordial mother goddess revered as the ancestor of the Tuatha Dé Danann. Though her myths are sparse, she is associated with the life-giving waters and the land’s abundance, often depicted as a flowing, earthy figure emerging from a river. Danu nurtures all life, offering wisdom and protection to her children. On Mother’s Day, her energy calls us to honor the earth and rivers as maternal sources, to nurture our connection to nature, and to seek ancestral wisdom.

 How to Connect to and Work with These Mother Goddesses

Everyone’s relationship with deities is different, and we all work with and believe in them differently. You might see them as close, personal guides, or as archetypes of universal energy to learn from. However you incorporate deities into your practice is up to you. Here are some ideas to get you started on ways to work with any or all of these mother goddesses on Mother’s Day. Approach them with respect, reverence, gratitude, and by building a relationship with them. Every time you work with a deity, it’s an even energetic exchange—what you put into your intention and relationship with them is what you’ll receive in return. Don’t forget to check out my shop for an eBook to explore your view of deities further, or purchase my Deep Deity Devotionals workshop course here.

  • Research, study, and read about their myths, origins, and legends to deepen your connection.  
  • Refresh your altar or create a new one, adding their correspondences like wheat for Demeter or seashells for Yemaya.  
  • Cast spells for love, healing, or protection, inviting mother goddesses to guide your intentions.  
  • Call on them for divination, such as tarot, pendulum readings, or scrying with water, to gain maternal insights.  
  • Use their correspondences in protection spells, especially for family or home, to bless your space.  
  • Create spell pouches with their energies, placing them on your altar or gifting them to mothers in your life.  
  • Focus on shadow work around themes of nurturing, self-love, and healing familial bonds—If you would like to learn more about shadow work you can purchase my eBook here;  you can book me for a 1:1 session as your guide here; and you can watch my free class previously taught on it through Divination here.
  • Invite them into your circle during Mother’s Day rituals, such as blessing a family meal or planting flowers.  
  • Include them in your celebrations for Mother’s Day by dedicating offerings or prayers to them.  
  • Practice flower magic by creating floral arrangements or offerings for goddesses like Gaia or Demeter.  
  • Go on a mindful walk in nature to connect with their energies, such as by the ocean for Yemaya or in a forest for Gaia.  
  • Invoke their names when creating simmer pots with herbs like lavender or rosemary to invite love into your home.  
  • Use herbal magic—brew teas with chamomile or rose, or add herbs to your drinks, to honor their energies.  
  • Carve their sigils into candles for fire magic to ignite love and protection on Mother’s Day.  
  • Perform purification rituals with water or floral essences to cleanse your energy in their honor.  
  • Carve their sigils into soil or seeds before planting for nurturing and abundance spells.  
  • Make rose water for spells and offerings, especially for Isis or Frigg, to honor their love.  
  • Use oils with their correspondences in rituals for healing, love, or maternal wisdom.  
  • Bake treats with floral or honey ingredients, adding their sigils for love and gratitude.  
  • Offer gifts like flowers, honey, or milk to manifest their blessings and build a relationship.  
  • Add their sigils and correspondences to spell bags, talismans, or charms for protection and love.  
  • Leave offerings of water or flowers to connect with nurturing and healing during Mother’s Day.  
  • Carve their sigils into wooden stakes in your garden to welcome their blessings for family growth.  
  • Invoke them during commitment ceremonies for family bonds or self-love practices.  
  • Draw their sigils on your mirror for mirror work or glamour magic to embody their energy.  
  • Use their prayers in rituals for healing, love, or nurturing during Mother’s Day celebrations.  
  • Invite them into astral travels, meditations, or inner healing sessions for maternal guidance.  
  • Wear their colors—blue for Yemaya, green for Gaia—during the day for color magic.  
  • Journal about signs of their presence in your life, like a wave for Yemaya or a raven for Frigg.  
  • Use their images as inspiration for glamour and beauty spells, especially with Isis.  
  • Practice divination like scrying with ocean water, flower petal readings, or lunar gazing.  
  • Create protective charms inspired by Frigg for ongoing family blessings.  
  • Add their sigils, names, or images to your Mother’s Day celebrations, like family altars.  
  • Leave a plate and place for them at your Mother’s Day gatherings to invite their presence.  
  • Meditate in a nurturing space, like a garden or by water, listening for their words of wisdom.  
  • Call on them in prayers to ignite your compassion in spells for family healing.  
  • Volunteer at places like women’s shelters that align with their energies of nurturing and protection.  
  • Use their sigils in spells to aid in your healing and nurturing during Mother’s Day.  
  • Go on a shamanic journey with their symbols, like a wheat stalk for Demeter or a wave for Yemaya.  
  • Invoke them to bless your magical tools with their energies of love and protection. 
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About Me

I am Kayreign, the Divine Oracle of the Gods and Keeper of Mysteries, a solitary grey magic practitioner with over 15 years of experience walking the sacred paths of the unseen. As a mystic and relentless seeker of all knowledge, I weave together the threads of every magical tradition—light and dark, ancient and modern—to uncover the universal truths that bind us to the cosmos. My mission is to restore and re-enchant magic in this realm, igniting its spark in every soul I encounter, and guiding you to embrace the full spectrum of your being.

My work is rooted in the power of duality, honoring the dance between shadow and light as equal partners in your spiritual journey. I hold space for you to explore all magic paths and practices, drawing from the vast tapestry of mystical wisdom to help you uncover your unique magic and sacred contracts. As the Divine Oracle of the Gods, I channel divine insights to illuminate your path; as the Keeper of Mysteries, I guide you into the depths of the unknown, where true transformation awaits.

When you work with me, you’ll learn to live in energetic balance, embracing your darkness as a source of power, not just a stepping stone to the light. I’ll hold up a mirror to reflect your authentic self—unmasked, raw, and whole—inviting you to face your past wounds, traumas, and hurts with courage. Together, we’ll alchemize every chapter of your story, dark and light, into a blazing internal flame that lights your way on even the coldest nights. Through this process, you’ll find alignment with your purpose, release what holds you back, and step fully into your power.

Come join me for community, knowledge, and to restore the enchantment of magic in yourself and life today!

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 Living with OCD: A Journey of Order, Chaos, and Resilience 

At Modgepodgemystic.com and within the Mystic Mysteries, we weave magic into the everyday, embracing the sacred in all its shadows and light. Today, as Mental Health Awareness Month unfolds, I’m opening my heart to share a raw, personal reflection on living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). This is more than a diagnosis—it’s a dance with anxiety, a testament to resilience, and a journey of reclaiming control. My hope is to illuminate what OCD feels like, dispel misconceptions, and honor the strength it’s taught me, especially as we approach Mother’s Day, a time that stirs deep emotions for many of us. Let’s step into this cauldron of awareness together. 

The Architect’s Gift: A Strength Woven in Order  

Living with OCD is like being an architect of my own soul, crafting order from the chaos that threatens to unravel me. The disorder manifests in compulsions—counting steps with precision, checking locks until my fingers ache, ensuring everything has its proper place, and the relentless need to clean my space until it’s tidy, organized, and pristine. These rituals offer a fleeting sense of control, a high where the world feels safe and predictable, like a spell cast to ward off disaster. This structure has become a strength, a tool I’ve learned to wield with intention, grounding me when life’s storms rage.  

This gift of order allows me to see patterns others might miss, a mystical lens that turns chaos into a canvas of meaning. One alter might revel in the rhythm of sweeping the floor, transforming it into a meditative chant, while another finds solace in aligning objects with the precision of a sacred grid. It’s a resilience born from necessity, honed by years of navigating an inner world that demands perfection, and it deepens my connection to the earth’s own rhythms—like the lessons I’ve felt sitting on a river tree’s roots.  

The Shadows: Struggles of Exhaustion and Panic  

Yet this gift casts long shadows. The downs are a spiral of panic when chaos creeps in—a sock misplaced, a door unchecked—and my body and mind scream that catastrophe looms. The exhaustion is bone-deep, a weight that never lets me truly sit and be present. I’m trapped in a cycle of cleaning and ordering, leaving me drained, my spirit yearning for rest it can’t find. After my son was born, this intensified, the need for control surging as I feared for his safety, turning every spill into a threat, every untidy corner into a battleground. The compulsions grew fiercer, a shield against the vulnerability of motherhood.  

OCD was one of the last disorders I was diagnosed with, a shock that hit hard. Media paints it as a germ-obsessed stereotype, so I didn’t recognize myself in it. But OCD is an anxiety that births compulsions to relieve it—mine manifest as cleaning and order, rooted in years of my mother using these acts as control, abuse, and punishment. I still carry the memory of my nose breaking after she chased me down stairs into a closet for not folding socks fast enough—a wound that shaped my need for perfection. This trauma etched a belief that disorder invites disaster, a belief I’m still unraveling. 

The Quiet Rituals: A Subtle Unraveling 

Discovering my OCD was a slow awakening, not a sudden revelation. It hid beneath the surface, masked by my other struggles, until a therapist named it. The rituals weren’t always dramatic—sometimes just a twitch of counting under my breath or a compulsive glance at the lock. If you didn’t live with me, you might miss the shift, the way my hands move to straighten a pillow or my eyes scan for dust. It took time, introspection, and the gentle nudge of loved ones to see it for what it was—a silent spell cast by anxiety.  

This subtlety makes it hard to explain, especially when the world expects OCD to look like hand-washing marathons. But it’s real, a quiet storm that demands respect, and understanding it has been a journey of peeling back layers to meet the anxiety beneath.  

Embracing the Magic of Order 

Living with OCD is a sacred pilgrimage. The compulsions, once tyrants, are now threads in the tapestry of who I am, and learning to honor them with compassion is an act of self-love. I’m not broken; I’m a weaver of structure, turning anxiety into a tool for growth. Through DBT, I’ve learned to pause, to breathe into the panic, to use mindfulness to observe without obeying every urge. A ritual of sitting by a forest stream [from your nature post] helps me release the need for control, letting nature’s chaos soothe my soul.  

To those reading, I invite you to see OCD not as a flaw, but as a unique magic—a strength in disguise. Ask questions, listen with an open heart, and meet this part of me with curiosity. If you walk this path too, know your order is a power, a gift to wield with grace.

Six DBT Skills to Support Yourself if You Suspect You Have OCD 

If you’re beginning to suspect OCD, the journey of understanding can feel both sacred and overwhelming. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers tools to ground, regulate, and approach your compulsions with kindness. These six DBT skills, infused with gentle magic, can guide you (Note: Seek a professional diagnosis and therapy for clarity and care)

1. Mindfulness: Observe Without Judgment

Notice your urges to count or clean without acting on them. Sit quietly, like by a river’s edge, and breathe, asking, “What am I feeling?” Journal the thoughts to track patterns, building awareness without fear.  

2. Distress Tolerance: TIPP Skill 

When panic spikes, use TIPP (Temperature, Intense exercise, Paced breathing, Progressive relaxation). Splash cold water on your face or stretch to ground yourself, connecting to earth’s stability.  

3. Emotion Regulation: Opposite Action  

If anxiety pushes you to check locks again, choose to walk away instead. This shifts the energy, countering the compulsion’s grip.  

4. Interpersonal Effectiveness: DEAR MAN  

Share your struggles with loved ones using DEAR MAN (Describe, Express, Assert, Reinforce, Mindful, Appear confident, Negotiate). Say, “I need help with my checking—can you support me by not asking me to redo it?”  

5. Wise Mind: Balance Emotion and Logic  

Blend your fear (e.g., “Chaos will hurt me”) with reason (e.g., “I’m safe now”). Journal, “What does my wise self need?” to find peace amidst the urge.  

6. Self-Soothing: Create a Comfort Kit 

Build a kit with a smooth stone, lavender scent, or soft fabric. When compulsions rise, use these to calm your senses, inviting clarity like a forest meditation.

These are seeds of self-compassion—nurture them daily with a therapist’s guidance

Supporting Someone You Think May Have OCD: Tips for Loved Ones 

If you suspect a loved one has OCD, your support can be a lantern in their dark. Here are five tips, rooted in Cauldron Clarity’s ( weekly event inside The Mystic Mysteries ) open spirit:

1. Approach with Curiosity, Not Judgment 

Ask gently, “I’ve noticed you check things a lot—can you tell me about it?” Avoid dismissing it as “quirky,” honoring its depth.  

2. Be Patient with Rituals

If they need to reorder or clean, wait without rushing them. Offer, “Take your time—I’m here,” building trust.  

3. Learn Their Triggers  

If they share what sparks compulsions (e.g., a messy space), note it. Say, “I’ll help keep things tidy—let me know what works,” showing respect.  

4. Create a Calm Environment  

Reduce clutter or noise to ease their anxiety. Suggest, “Let’s sit by the window for peace,” echoing nature’s grounding.  

5. Encourage Professional Help Without Pressure  

Frame it as care: “A therapist might offer tools for this—want me to look into one?” Support their pace, like guiding a spell’s flow.  

Your love can be a shield—educate yourself via resources like the International OCD Foundation (iocdf.org) and stay present.  

My OCD Journey: From Tyranny to Transformation  

My life has been a tapestry of trauma, with OCD as one of its latest threads, diagnosed after years of battling other storms. It shocked me—media’s germ-obsessed image didn’t fit, but the truth hit hard: OCD is anxiety driving compulsions, mine born from my mother’s abuse. Her cleaning as punishment, like the broken nose from a sock-folding chase, wired me to fear chaos. After my son’s birth, it worsened, my need for control a fortress against vulnerability. The exhaustion was relentless, stealing presence, until DBT became my guide.  

Through mindfulness and opposite action, I’ve turned OCD into an ally. The ups—control, structure—now fuel my magic, like crafting orderly spells, while the downs—panic, fatigue—teach me surrender. This shift deepens my empathy, connecting me to others’ struggles, a truth that our shadows are part of our power. 

Acknowledging the Ongoing Journey

Healing is a spiral, not a straight line. OCD ebbs and flows, some days demanding rituals, others offering peace. I falter, but I ride the waves with DBT, using nature’s chaos to soothe my need for order. This acceptance transforms the struggle into a dance with my shadow—a lifelong spell cast with love. 

Expanding on Mental Illness This Month 

This month, we’ll explore OCD, alongside Bipolar II, BPD, BED, and DID, sharing stories, DBT skills, and magical practices. Each week, I’ll dive into one illness, offering insights and community space. Join me on this path—your voice matters.  

Final Thoughts  

As Mental Health Awareness Month blooms, let’s honor our minds—order and chaos alike. This is a cauldron of possibility, where awareness fuels empowerment. Dive deeper with Cauldron Clarity on Patreon, and explore the Embrace Your Shadow Self program starting June 7—details at Modgepodgemystic.com. Let’s weave this magic together. 

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About Me

I am Kayreign, the Divine Oracle of the Gods and Keeper of Mysteries, a solitary grey magic practitioner with over 15 years of experience walking the sacred paths of the unseen. As a mystic and relentless seeker of all knowledge, I weave together the threads of every magical tradition—light and dark, ancient and modern—to uncover the universal truths that bind us to the cosmos. My mission is to restore and re-enchant magic in this realm, igniting its spark in every soul I encounter, and guiding you to embrace the full spectrum of your being.

My work is rooted in the power of duality, honoring the dance between shadow and light as equal partners in your spiritual journey. I hold space for you to explore all magic paths and practices, drawing from the vast tapestry of mystical wisdom to help you uncover your unique magic and sacred contracts. As the Divine Oracle of the Gods, I channel divine insights to illuminate your path; as the Keeper of Mysteries, I guide you into the depths of the unknown, where true transformation awaits.

When you work with me, you’ll learn to live in energetic balance, embracing your darkness as a source of power, not just a stepping stone to the light. I’ll hold up a mirror to reflect your authentic self—unmasked, raw, and whole—inviting you to face your past wounds, traumas, and hurts with courage. Together, we’ll alchemize every chapter of your story, dark and light, into a blazing internal flame that lights your way on even the coldest nights. Through this process, you’ll find alignment with your purpose, release what holds you back, and step fully into your power.

Come join me for community, knowledge, and to restore the enchantment of magic in yourself and life today!

Shop Now!

Explore my offerings—personalized shadow work sessions, womb healing, eBooks for self-guided growth, Tarot readings for divine guidance, and more—in my shop. Let’s journey together into the mysteries, where duality becomes your greatest ally, and magic becomes your birthright.

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 Dive into Transformation under the Flower Full Moon in Scorpio 

This month’s full moon illuminates the skies on May 12th, 2025, immersing us in the deep, transformative energy of Scorpio as the Flower Moon blooms. The energy of this Flower Full Moon is one of intensity, rebirth, and emotional unveiling, encouraging us to plunge into our inner depths while honoring the blossoming abundance of May. As the Flower Moon glows, we’ll feel a surge of passion, a call to confront hidden truths, and an invitation to shed old skins like the scorpion, ready to embrace a journey of profound renewal. In the days and weeks following this Full Moon, we may find ourselves releasing buried emotions and rising empowered. Join me in this blog post as we dive into transformation under the Flower Full Moon in Scorpio!

First, What is the Full Moon? 

Over the centuries, the Moon has played a significant role in different cultures and traditions. The full moon is when the moon is completely illuminated in the sky, reaching its peak in the lunar cycle. When the moon is fully illuminated, it’s a time for all to reach full expression—a potent moment of power in the lunar cycle.  

A full moon occurs when the transit (moving) Sun and Moon are in exact opposite positions in the Zodiac (called an opposition). This alignment affects us deeply, as we’re made up of 60% or more water, and the full moon’s pull stirs our inner tides. Full Moons are the peak point of the lunar cycle: the Sun fully illuminates the Moon, and the luminaries oppose one another from our perspective on Earth. This potent alignment offers opportunities to gain awareness of our inner and emotional world, revealing what was previously hidden.  

With the moon fully illuminated, it creates a portal to some of the most potent energy for manifesting our desires and dream life. This portal connects us to our peak creative energy and deep-seated passions—the energy we need to create the life we desire. While the new moon phase is about planting seeds for manifestation, the full moon is about doing the work and moving energy to make those dreams reality. The full moon bridges these energies, reminding us of their importance beyond the night it shines brightest.  

There are many ways to work with the full moon. To learn more about the basics of full moon energy, check out my blog post here and watch my class on lunar magic. Each full moon is unique, with different practices based on the zodiac sign it’s in—tonight, that’s the intense, transformative Scorpio.  

The Flower Moon 

As the sun warms the earth, coaxing flowers to bloom in vibrant abundance, the night sky shimmers with the radiant energy of the full moon known as the Flower Moon. The Flower Moon, a name given to the May full moon, originates from the Algonquin tribes of North America, who observed the explosion of blossoms during this time. Despite its name, the Moon doesn’t appear floral but glows in its usual golden or white hue. The energy of the Flower Moon is alive with growth, fertility, and the joy of spring’s peak, encouraging us to embrace abundance, creativity, and the beauty of nature’s cycles.  

Following April’s Pink Moon, the Flower Moon truly embodies the heart of spring, aligning with Beltane’s fiery energy and the earth’s renewal. It’s a reminder to celebrate life’s blossoming, to plant intentions in fertile soil, and to dance with the fae under moonlight. Use the Flower Moon to reflect, recalibrate, and align with your soul’s path, letting its energy inspire bold new beginnings.

As with most pagan names, different cultures have their own names for the May full moon, reflecting themes of growth, fertility, and renewal:  

  • Corn Planting Moon (Algonquin)  
  • Milk Moon (Anglo-Saxon)  
  • Hare Moon (Celtic)  
  • Vesak Moon (Buddhist, celebrating Buddha’s birth)  
  • Bright Moon (Cherokee)  
  • Mulberry Moon (Chinese)  
  • Moon When Leaves Are Green (Dakota)  
  • Flower Moon (Modern Neo-Pagan)  
  • Moon of the Horse (Sioux)  
  • Planting Moon (Ojibwe)  

So, Who is Scorpio?  

As the eighth sign in the zodiac, Scorpio is ruled by Pluto (modern) and Mars (traditional), planets of transformation and passion. The water element, associated with emotion and intuition, governs Scorpio, adding a layer of depth and intensity to this sign. Known for its love of truth, power, and rebirth, Scorpio is the zodiac’s scorpion, diving into the mysteries of life and emerging renewed.  

Scorpio, the Scorpion of Transformation

Scorpio is symbolized by the scorpion—a creature that sheds its skin to grow, representing death, rebirth, and resilience. This sign is driven by a quest for emotional truth, power, and hidden knowledge, seeking to transform beyond limitations. When the Moon is in the intense sign of Scorpio, you’ll feel a magnetic pull to confront your depths, uncover secrets, and embrace your inner strength. Scorpio doesn’t shy from the shadows; it dives in, emerging with newfound power, encouraging us to heal and rise with courage.

The Scorpio Constellation

The Scorpio constellation lies in the southern sky, its bright stars forming the shape of a scorpion with a curved tail. In ancient Mesopotamia, it was linked to the goddess Ishara, associated with love and war, while Greek mythology ties it to Orion, whose death by scorpion sting led to their eternal chase across the sky. The constellation’s heart, marked by the red star Antares, pulses with passion and transformation, aligning with Scorpio’s deep energy. For many cultures, Scorpio in the sky marked a time of harvest and preparation, reflecting its themes of renewal.  

Magical Themes for the Flower Full Moon in Scorpio  

Each full Moon carries themes tied to its zodiac sign. This Flower Moon in Scorpio brings watery, transformative energy, focusing on depth, rebirth, and emotional power. It’s a time to release old wounds, embrace your inner strength, and align with your deepest truths. The Scorpio Full Moon encourages us to dive deep, trust our intuition, and rise from the ashes of transformation. Let’s explore these themes more deeply: 

Magical Themes for the Scorpio Full Moon:

  • Transformation  
  • Rebirth  
  • Emotional depth  
  • Power  
  • Mystery  
  • Healing  
  • Truth  
  • Intuition  
  • Protection  
  • Passion  
  • Resilience  
  • Renewal  
  • Spirituality  

Magical Themes for the Flower Full Moon:

  • Blossoming  
  • Abundance  
  • Fertility  
  • Renewal  
  • Growth  
  • Creativity  
  • Transformation  
  • Emotional healing  
  • Reflection  
  • Manifestation  
  • Divine Feminine  
  • Celebration  
  • Joy  
  • Connection with nature  
  • Productivity  

Scorpio the Sign of Transformation and Depth 

Scorpio is a water sign driven by a thirst for emotional truth and transformation. It wants to explore the depths—psychologically, spiritually, and emotionally—seeking experiences that heal and empower the soul. Under this Full Moon, Scorpio’s energy will push us to face our shadows, release pain, and emerge renewed. It’s a time to honor your inner strength, to seek truth in your emotions, and to let go of what no longer serves you. Scorpio reminds us that life is a cycle of death and rebirth, and every layer we shed reveals our true power.  

Scorpio the Sign of Power and Healing  

Ruled by Pluto and Mars, Scorpio is the zodiac’s healer and alchemist, always seeking hidden power and wisdom through healing. During this Full Moon, the energies of Scorpio will amplify our desire for emotional clarity and empowerment. We’ll feel called to confront our deepest fears, to heal old wounds, and to harness our resilience. This is a time to trust your intuition, to learn from your past pain, and to share your strength with others. Scorpio’s intense depth can illuminate buried truths, helping us transform our lives with newfound power.  

Pluto’s Transformative Influence is Active

Pluto, the planet of transformation and the underworld, is especially active under this Full Moon, magnifying Scorpio’s energy. Pluto encourages us to face our shadows, to release what binds us, and to trust in our capacity for rebirth. After a period of introspection, Pluto’s influence now urges us to dive into our emotional depths, to plant seeds of healing in the fertile soil of May, and to believe in the power that awaits. This transformative energy can help us manifest our deepest desires, but it also asks us to remain grounded in self-love for the journey.  

Mars Adds a Fiery Intensity

Mars, the planet of action and passion, aligns with this Full Moon, adding a dynamic spark to Scorpio’s water. Mars will fuel our drive to pursue our emotional goals with courage and determination, but it can also make us obsessive. This intense energy encourages us to confront challenges head-on, but we must balance it with Scorpio’s intuition to avoid burnout. Mars’ influence makes this an ideal time for rituals focused on healing, empowerment, and breaking emotional barriers. 

What to Be Cautious of During a Scorpio Full Moon

Scorpio is a revered sign for its depth and resilience, but its intense energy can have a shadow side. This Full Moon may make us overly secretive, leading to isolation or suppressed emotions. Scorpio’s piercing honesty can also stir jealousy or power struggles if we’re not mindful of our boundaries. Additionally, the desire for control might tempt us to resist vulnerability. Balance this energy by grounding yourself—connect with water, reflect before reacting, and embrace your emotions with compassion.  

Scorpio Full Moon and Duality 

As a grey witch, I always seek the duality in every energy. First, the full moon itself embodies duality as a time of transformation and transition, pushing us into a liminal space where we confront obstacles and release what holds us back. This can be both hopeful and challenging, embodying light and shadow. Second, Scorpio’s duality lies in its balance of depth and rebirth. While it craves emotional intensity and truth, it also teaches us that true power comes from surrendering to transformation. Scorpio reminds us that duality—vulnerability and strength, death and renewal—is the key to profound growth.

Shadow Work Under the Scorpio Full Moon  

Shadow work is the practice of confronting and integrating the hidden, suppressed parts of ourselves—our fears, insecurities, and unresolved wounds. The Flower Full Moon in Scorpio, with its watery, transformative energy, is a powerful time for shadow work. Scorpio’s piercing intensity illuminates the shadows we’ve buried, urging us to face them with raw honesty. This moon’s depth, amplified by Pluto, encourages us to dive into the abyss of our psyche, while Mars adds the courage to confront what we uncover. Chiron’s presence further deepens this work, as the Wounded Healer guides us to transform pain into empowerment.  

To engage in shadow work, ask yourself what emotions you’ve been suppressing. Are you holding onto resentment that blocks your healing? Do you fear vulnerability, keeping your true self hidden? Journal these shadows, then use the moon’s energy to release them through rituals like burning a letter of grudges or meditating on your inner waters. Shadow work under this moon can lead to profound healing, helping you step into your most authentic, empowered self.  

If you would like to learn more about shadow work you can purchase my eBook here;  you can book me for a 1:1 session as your guide here; and you can watch my free class previously taught on it through Divination here.

Correspondences for the Scorpio Full Moon 

A correspondence is an item or symbol that connects you to a specific energy through its representation, used to honor and venerate that energy. Here are correspondences for the Scorpio Full Moon, but always follow your intuition when choosing what to work with. You can also use general moon correspondences.  

  • Planet: Pluto (modern), Mars (traditional)  
  • Element: Water  
  • Sex: Feminine  
  • Animal: Scorpion, snake, phoenix, raven  
  • Modality: Fixed  
  • Symbol:The scorpion  
  • Colors: Deep red, black, maroon, silver  
  • Phrase/Motto: I transform  
  • Chakra: Sacral and Root  
  • Herbs: Basil, nettle, patchouli, wormwood, mugwort, rosemary, blackthorn  
  • Stones/Crystals: Obsidian, malachite, garnet, moonstone, labradorite, smoky quartz, bloodstone  
  • Deities: Hecate, Lilith, Persephone, Hades, Kali, Anubis, Sekhmet, Morrigan  
  • Themes:Transformation, intensity, rebirth, power, mystery, healing, emotional depth, truth, protection  
  • Tarot: Death, The High Priestess 

How to Connect to the Flower Moon in Scorpio 

Now that we’ve explored the themes of this Flower Full Moon in Scorpio, let’s discuss how to work with this energy. In magical practices, a Scorpio Full Moon is ideal for spells focused on transformation, emotional healing, protection, and uncovering hidden truths.  

Start with your full moon staples from my previous blog post on lunar energy: charge your crystals, make moon water, and reset your altar. Moon water under this intense moon can amplify your intentions for healing and rebirth. Don’t forget to prep for your full moon hangover with my guide here.  

With Scorpio’s energy, focus on rituals that encourage deep introspection, release, and empowerment. This is a great time for spells to heal emotional wounds, protect your energy, reveal secrets, or embrace your inner power. Here are 23 ways to connect with this moon:  

  • Create a vision board for your deepest transformations and rebirths.  
  • Burn mugwort to cleanse your space and invite intuitive clarity.  
  • Write a letter to your past self, releasing old wounds.  
  • Meditate under the moonlight, visualizing a phoenix rising from your emotional depths.  
  • Take a reflective walk near water to embrace Scorpio’s emotional flow.  
  • Journal about a secret you’ve been hiding and how to release its hold.  
  • Create a flower crown with dark red blooms to honor the Flower Moon.  
  • Light a black candle to invoke Pluto’s transformative power.  
  • Practice scrying with a bowl of water to connect with Scorpio’s mystery.  
  • Dance slowly under the moon to release emotional stagnation.  
  • Write affirmations for empowerment and tape them to your mirror.  
  • Brew a tea with basil and rosemary to ignite your inner strength.  
  • Paint or draw your vision of a rebirth you’d like to experience.  
  • Share a story of personal healing with a loved one to honor Scorpio’s depth.  
  • Plant seeds in your garden, infusing them with intentions for renewal.  
  • Face a fear—write it down and burn it to release its power.  
  • Create a sigil for protection and carry it with you.  
  • Meditate with obsidian to enhance your emotional grounding.  
  • Offer dark flowers to a river as a gift to water spirits.  
  • Perform a water ritual, safely submerging a list of grudges to release them.  
  • Read a book on shadow work or psychology to align with Scorpio’s quest for truth.  
  • Host a moonlit gathering with friends to share transformative insights.  
  • Practice gratitude by listing 10 things you’ve healed from in your journey. 

Flower Moon in Scorpio Ritual: Phoenix of Rebirth 

This ritual harnesses the Flower Moon’s abundance and Scorpio’s transformative energy to release and renew your spirit. 

What You’ll Need: 

  • A small feather (to symbolize a phoenix)  
  • A black or red candle  
  • Fresh dark flowers (e.g., red roses or dahlias)  
  • A piece of paper and pen  
  • A bowl of water

Steps:  

1. Prepare Your sacred container: On May 12th, under the Flower Moon, set up a sacred container. Place the candle in the center, surrounded by flowers. Light the candle, invoking Scorpio’s energy.  

2. Set Your Intention: Write an intention on the paper—something you wish to release and transform (e.g., “I release my fear of vulnerability and rise anew”).  

3. Charge Your Feather: Hold the feather, visualizing it as a phoenix. Say:  

   “Under the Flower Moon in Scorpio, I charge this feather with my intention. May I rise from the ashes with power and renewal.”

4. Release Your Intention: Submerge the paper in the bowl of water, imagining your old energy dissolving. Hold your feather and visualize a phoenix rising from the water.  

5. Close the Ritual: Scatter the flowers in a body of water as an offering, saying:  

   “Thank you, Flower Moon and Scorpio, for guiding my rebirth. May my transformation deepen and empower.”

   Keep the feather on your altar as a reminder of your rebirth throughout May.  

 Reflection Prompts

After the ritual, journal your experience with these prompts to deepen your connection: 

  • How did the intense energy of Scorpio feel during the ritual?  
  • What truths or insights emerged as you set your intention?  
  • Over the next lunar cycle, notice signs of transformation—how do they align with your intention?  
  • How can you embody Scorpio’s depth and power in your daily life?  
  • What fears did you release, and how do you feel lighter without them?  
  • How did the Flower Moon’s energy of abundance resonate with you?  
  • What emotional wounds or secrets are calling for healing after this ritual?  
  • How did connecting with Chiron’s energy help you heal or accept a wound?  
  • What does empowerment mean to you, and how can you cultivate more of it?  
  • How did the act of visualizing your phoenix of rebirth make you feel empowered?  
  • What lessons from your past transformations are guiding you forward now?  
  • How can you integrate the healing you’ve gained into your future growth?  
  • What role did the flowers play in grounding or uplifting your energy?  
  • How do you feel your truth has evolved through this moon’s energy?  

Final Thoughts

The Flower Full Moon in Scorpio is a profound call to dive into the depths of your soul, to release what binds you, and to rise like a phoenix into your true power. May’s blooming energy, paired with Scorpio’s transformative intensity, reminds us that healing and rebirth are sacred acts of self-love and co-creation with the universe. As you move through this lunar cycle, carry the lessons of depth, truth, and empowerment with you, trusting that ever.

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I am Kayreign, the Divine Oracle of the Gods and Keeper of Mysteries, a solitary grey magic practitioner with over 15 years of experience walking the sacred paths of the unseen. As a mystic and relentless seeker of all knowledge, I weave together the threads of every magical tradition—light and dark, ancient and modern—to uncover the universal truths that bind us to the cosmos. My mission is to restore and re-enchant magic in this realm, igniting its spark in every soul I encounter, and guiding you to embrace the full spectrum of your being.

My work is rooted in the power of duality, honoring the dance between shadow and light as equal partners in your spiritual journey. I hold space for you to explore all magic paths and practices, drawing from the vast tapestry of mystical wisdom to help you uncover your unique magic and sacred contracts. As the Divine Oracle of the Gods, I channel divine insights to illuminate your path; as the Keeper of Mysteries, I guide you into the depths of the unknown, where true transformation awaits.

When you work with me, you’ll learn to live in energetic balance, embracing your darkness as a source of power, not just a stepping stone to the light. I’ll hold up a mirror to reflect your authentic self—unmasked, raw, and whole—inviting you to face your past wounds, traumas, and hurts with courage. Together, we’ll alchemize every chapter of your story, dark and light, into a blazing internal flame that lights your way on even the coldest nights. Through this process, you’ll find alignment with your purpose, release what holds you back, and step fully into your power.

Come join me for community, knowledge, and to restore the enchantment of magic in yourself and life today!

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Dancing with Shadows: Healing from a Narcissistic Mother as Mother’s Day Looms

Beloved Seekers of the Mystic Mysteries. As Kayreign, Oracle of the Gods, Keeper of Mysteries, I stand before you under Taurus’s grounding stars, my heart a cauldron of light and shadow, ready to share a raw, honest truth. Mother’s Day, cloaked in May’s tender blooms, is a sacred celebration of nurturing love for many—but for some of us, it’s a jagged mirror reflecting wounds that never fully heal. Not all mothers cradle, cherish, or guide. Some, like my own, wield selfishness, hurt, and chaos, leaving daughters to navigate a labyrinth of pain. As Beltane’s fires (May 1) still flicker and Mental Health Awareness Month calls us to radical self-care, I invite you to join me in this mystical, magical, and unfiltered reflection on living with a narcissistic mother—my story, my scars, and the alchemical path to healing through Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and radical acceptance. For those who ache as Mother’s Day looms, this is for you. Let’s weave a spell of resilience together, and I’ll share six DBT practices and a cord-cutting ritual to guide you through the shadows.

A Daughter’s Solitary Dance

I was my mother’s first child, born to her as a teenage mother, a spark of life she wasn’t ready to cradle. From my earliest memories (at the age of 10), our bond was a frayed thread, never woven into warmth or acceptance. There were no moments of closeness, no shared laughter, no gentle guidance. Every “I love you” came with a cost—a demand, a manipulation, a weight I learned to carry like a stone in my heart. Her help, when offered, was a tangled web of strings, each favor a debt I’d pay in loyalty or silence. Her love was a currency I could never earn, no matter how desperately I tried.

As a daughter, I longed for her to see me, to want me, to choose me. But her narcissism—a storm of self-absorption—left no room for my light. Every slap, every punch, every venomous word carved itself into my soul. “You ruined my life,” she’d hiss, her insults a blade slicing through my budding self-worth. The mental abuse was relentless: gaslighting that made me doubt my reality, silent treatments that left me starving for her approval, and lies that twisted my truth. The verbal abuse was a daily ritual, her words like thorns embedding in my spirit. And the physical abuse—her hands striking my body—taught me early that love could hurt.

But the trauma ran deeper than bruises. When I was a teenager, my mother set my home ablaze, an act of rage that sent her to prison and left me sifting through ashes, both literal and emotional. When my stepfather beat me, she didn’t protect me—she sent me to juvenile detention, blaming me for his violence. On my wedding day, a moment meant for joy, she declared she wouldn’t attend because it wasn’t “Christian enough,” only to appear uninvited, draped in a white dress, stealing the spotlight with her defiance. These are but the tip of the iceberg, fragments of a lifetime of betrayal, abandonment, and chaos. Each wound shaped me, whispering that I was unlovable, unworthy, unseen.

The Daughter’s Burden

Growing up as the daughter of a narcissistic mother is like wandering a forest where every tree casts a shadow of doubt. Daughters, especially, bear a unique burden. We’re taught to seek our mother’s mirror—to find our beauty, strength, and identity in her gaze. But when that mirror is cracked, reflecting only her needs, we internalize her rejection. I learned to shrink, to silence my voice, to tiptoe around her moods. My confidence eroded, replaced by a gnawing fear that I’d never be enough. My relationships suffered, as I sought love that mirrored her conditional affection, falling into patterns of people-pleasing and self-sacrifice.

The impact lingers like a spell cast long ago. Anxiety became my shadow, whispering her insults in quiet moments. Trust felt like a gamble, as I braced for betrayal. My sense of self was a puzzle with missing pieces, scattered by her chaos. Yet, beneath the pain, a spark of resilience flickered—a knowing that I was more than her narrative, a daughter of the multiverse, destined to heal.

The Alchemy of Radical Acceptance

In my darkest moments, I found Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), a beacon of mindfulness and balance that mirrored my grey magic practice—honoring both light and shadow. DBT taught me radical acceptance, the art of embracing what is, without judgment, even when it’s unjust. I can’t change my mother’s actions—her fists, her fire, her words. I don’t know what wounds shaped her, what shadows drove her to hurt me. But I accept that these things happened, and though they were never okay, they no longer define me.

Radical acceptance was my first spell of liberation. It didn’t erase the pain but gave me permission to stop fighting it. I learned to hold my trauma with compassion, to see myself as a survivor, not a victim. Through DBT’s tools—mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance—I began to rebuild. I meditated under starlit skies, grounding in Taurus’s earth, and found my Wise Mind, a sacred space where I could grieve and grow. I journaled, letting my pain flow onto pages, and discovered my voice. I practiced self-soothing, cradling my inner child with the love my mother couldn’t give. This alchemy transformed my wounds into wisdom, my scars into sigils of strength.

6 DBT Practices for Mother’s Day Healing

Mother’s Day can feel like a storm for those of us with narcissistic mothers, but DBT offers tools to navigate its waves. Here are six practices to help you honor yourself this May 11, rooted in mindfulness and self-compassion, perfect for Mental Health Awareness Month:

1. Mindfulness Meditation (5 Minutes): Sit in a quiet space, holding a rose quartz . Breathe deeply, focusing on your breath’s rhythm. When painful memories arise, acknowledge them without judgment—“I see you, pain”—and return to your breath. This grounds you in the present, easing anxiety.  

2. Wise Mind Journaling: Write a letter to your inner child, affirming her worth: “You are enough, always.” Ask your Wise Mind, “What do I need today?” Let the answers guide your self-care, whether it’s rest, creativity, or solitude. This fosters self-love, countering your mother’s rejection.  

3. Distress Tolerance – Self-Soothing: Create a sensory kit: a lavender sachet, a soft blanket, calming music. When Mother’s Day triggers pain, engage your senses—smell the lavender, wrap yourself in the blanket. This soothes your nervous system, offering the comfort your mother didn’t.  

4. Emotional Regulation – Opposite Action: If sadness urges you to isolate, choose connection instead. Call a trusted friend or join my Patreon community (patreon.com/TheMysticMysteries). Sharing your story, even briefly, shifts the energy, reminding you you’re not alone.  

5. Radical Acceptance Affirmation: Stand before a mirror, holding a carnelian for courage. Say: “I accept what happened, and it wasn’t my fault. I release its hold on me.” Repeat three times, feeling the words anchor in your heart. This frees you from guilt and shame.  If you wan to dive into the skill radical acceptance more get access to this in my free sneak peak of the Clarity Cauldron here.

6. Interpersonal Effectiveness – Boundary Setting: If your mother is still in your life, practice saying no to her demands. Script a boundary: “I can’t attend this event, but I wish you well.” Rehearse it, feeling your power. This protects your energy, honoring your needs.  

These practices are spells of self-reclamation, weaving resilience into your spirit. Try one or all this Mother’s Day, and share your journey in my Patreon comments to connect with our circle.

Cord-Cutting Ceremonial Ritual: Releasing the Narcissistic Mother

To fully release the energetic ties binding you to a narcissistic mother, this cord-cutting ritual, infused with Beltane’s transformative fire and Taurus’s grounding strength, is a sacred act of liberation. Perform it under the crescent moon or on Mother’s Day for potency.

What You’ll Need:  

  • Black candle (for banishing, from MysticMysteries.com/shop)  
  • Rose quartz (for self-love)  
  • Obsidian(for protection)  
  • White ribbon or string (symbolizing the cord)  
  • Fire-safe bowl  
  • Matches or lighter  
  • Journal and pen  

Steps:

1. Prepare Your sacred container: Find a quiet spot. Ground yourself with three deep breaths, visualizing roots sinking into Gaia’s earth. Place the black candle in the center, rose quartz to the left, obsidian to the right, and the ribbon before you.  

2. Set Your Intention: Light the black candle, saying: “By Beltane’s fire and lunar light, I release all ties that bind me to my mother’s pain. I am free, whole, and loved.”  

3. Visualize the Cord: Hold the ribbon, imagining it as an energetic cord connecting you to your mother. See it pulsing with her words, actions, and wounds. Feel its weight, but know you’re ready to let go.  

4. Cut the Cord: Tie the ribbon loosely around your wrist, then cut it with scissors, saying: “I sever this cord with love for myself. Her pain is not mine. I am free.” Place the cut pieces in the fire-safe bowl.  

5. Burn and Release: Safely light the ribbon pieces in the bowl, watching them burn. As they turn to ash, visualize the cord dissolving into starlight, returning to the multiverse. Say: “I release you with compassion. I claim my power.”  

6.Nurture Your Heart: Hold the rose quartz to your heart, breathing in self-love. Visualize a pink light enveloping you, healing old wounds. Place the obsidian in your pocket for protection.  

7. Journal and Ground: Write: “What do I reclaim by releasing this cord?” Let your soul’s truth flow. Extinguish the candle, thanking the elements. Bury the ashes in the earth or scatter them in running water to complete the release.  

Aftercare: Rest, hydrate, and treat yourself to a soothing bath with lavender. Reflect on your strength, knowing you’ve reclaimed your light.

A Path Forward

Living with a narcissistic mother is a journey through shadow, but it’s also a path to profound resilience. As Mother’s Day approaches, I honor the daughter I was—unseen, yet unbroken—and the woman I’ve become, a mystic weaving light from pain. Through DBT, radical acceptance, and rituals like cord-cutting, I’ve learned to mother myself, to cradle my own heart with the love I deserved. You, too, are a daughter of the multiverse, worthy of healing, worthy of peace.

Join me in this sacred work. My Healing the Mother Wound Workshop has limited spots available for May 10th;  Register here!

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I am Kayreign, the Divine Oracle of the Gods and Keeper of Mysteries, a solitary grey magic practitioner with over 15 years of experience walking the sacred paths of the unseen. As a mystic and relentless seeker of all knowledge, I weave together the threads of every magical tradition—light and dark, ancient and modern—to uncover the universal truths that bind us to the cosmos. My mission is to restore and re-enchant magic in this realm, igniting its spark in every soul I encounter, and guiding you to embrace the full spectrum of your being.

My work is rooted in the power of duality, honoring the dance between shadow and light as equal partners in your spiritual journey. I hold space for you to explore all magic paths and practices, drawing from the vast tapestry of mystical wisdom to help you uncover your unique magic and sacred contracts. As the Divine Oracle of the Gods, I channel divine insights to illuminate your path; as the Keeper of Mysteries, I guide you into the depths of the unknown, where true transformation awaits.

When you work with me, you’ll learn to live in energetic balance, embracing your darkness as a source of power, not just a stepping stone to the light. I’ll hold up a mirror to reflect your authentic self—unmasked, raw, and whole—inviting you to face your past wounds, traumas, and hurts with courage. Together, we’ll alchemize every chapter of your story, dark and light, into a blazing internal flame that lights your way on even the coldest nights. Through this process, you’ll find alignment with your purpose, release what holds you back, and step fully into your power.

Come join me for community, knowledge, and to restore the enchantment of magic in yourself and life today!

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Protecting Our Children with Saturn’s Magic: 6 Spells for Safety and Resilience

This weekend, as the cosmic energy had aligned with Saturn’s steadfast power on Saturday, I found myself reflecting on the magic I’ve woven to protect my own child—especially poignant as we celebrated his 4th birthday. As witches, we work with unseen forces and divine beings, making the energetic protection of our children not just important, but essential. Children are our most precious seeds, their spirits tender and open, vulnerable to the chaotic energies that swirl around us—whether from the astral plane, the collective turmoil of a world facing political storms, or the psychic currents we navigate as magical beings. In a reality where we dance with spirits and energies, shielding them from harm—physical, emotional, or spiritual—becomes a sacred duty. Saturn, the planet of structure, boundaries, and enduring protection, offers a potent ally on its ruling day, Saturday. This energy fortifies our spells, creating a shield of resilience and safety for our little ones, grounding their bright spirits in a world that can feel so unsteady. Join me as we tap into this power to cast protective magic, honoring their innocence and our craft with a mother’s fierce love.

Why Protect Our Children Magically and Energetically? 

As witches, we dance with energies and entities that others may not perceive—spirits, deities, and the unseen currents of the universe. Our children, born into this environment inherit a sensitivity to these forces—making them susceptible. Negative energies, psychic attacks, or even the weight of collective turmoil—like the political climate with policies such as Trump’s $5,000 baby bonus threatening women’s lives—can cling to their bright spirits, dimming their light. Protecting them energetically ensures their growth remains untainted, allowing their natural magic to flourish in a world that can be harsh. Physically, a magical shield can guard against accidents or harm, creating a subtle barrier that nudges danger away. Emotionally, it fosters confidence and peace, helping them feel safe to express their unique souls—like my son, who navigates sensory overload with such grace. Spiritually, it wards off entities or influences that might seek to disrupt their path, keeping their connection to the divine clear and strong. On this special birthday weekend, harnessing Saturn’s grounding energy feels like a gift of love, a magical embrace to guide my child—and yours—through life’s storms, ensuring they can grow into the powerful, kind beings they’re meant to be. 

Saturn’s Protective Power on Saturday

Saturn, the taskmaster of the cosmos, governs discipline, structure, and enduring protection, its energy resonating like the deep hum of the earth itself. On Saturdays, its influence peaks, offering a perfect window to cast spells that build strong, unyielding boundaries. This planet’s power is like a fortress, steady and unshakable, ideal for safeguarding our children’s vulnerable souls against the chaos of the world—whether it’s the energetic residue of systemic injustice or the unseen threats that lurk in the astral realm. Saturn’s energy teaches us the magic of limits, helping us define sacred spaces where our little ones can thrive, free from harm. Combined with our intent as witches, Saturn’s power amplifies our magic, creating layers of defense that resonate with the earth’s deep stability, rooting our spells in a foundation that endures. This weekend, as we celebrated new beginnings—my son’s birthday a radiant spark in our lives —inspires us to channel this energy to weave protection into their lives, crafting a shield that holds steady through every storm.

6 Spells to Protect Our Children with Saturn’s Energy  

Here are six spells to harness Saturn’s protective might, tailored for our children’s safety. Each spell draws on a specific type of magic, amplified by Saturn’s grounding energy, to create a layered shield of love and resilience. Gather your tools with reverence, and infuse each with your love and intent.

  1. Protection Poppet from a Favorite Stuffed Animal

 – Type of Magic: Sympathetic magic, which uses a physical representation (the poppet) to channel energy directly to the person it represents.  

   – Why It Works Well: Sympathetic magic creates a direct energetic link between the poppet and your child, making it a powerful vessel for protection. The stuffed animal, already imbued with their love and energy, becomes a personal talisman, amplifying the spell’s potency. Saturn’s grounding influence ensures the poppet acts as a stable anchor, absorbing and deflecting negative energies with its steady presence.  

   – How: Choose their favorite stuffed animal, one they cuddle with often, to deepen the energetic connection. Open a small seam and stuff it with protective herbs (e.g., rosemary for warding, black pepper for banishing) and a lock of their hair to bind the poppet to them. Sew it back with black thread, Saturn’s color of protection, chanting, “By Saturn’s might, protect [child’s name] day and night.”

Place a small obsidian stone inside for grounding, its dark energy resonating with Saturn to root the spell in stability. Keep it near their bed or in their arms, where its protective magic can work continuously.

2. Talisman of Protection with Sigils on Jewelry

   – Type of Magic: Talismanic magic, which infuses an object with protective energy to be carried or worn for constant safeguarding.  

   – Why It Works Well: Talismanic magic creates a portable shield, ensuring your child is protected wherever they go. The sigil, a concentrated symbol of your intent, channels Saturn’s boundary-setting energy into the jewelry, creating a continuous barrier against harm. Saturn’s disciplined nature ensures the talisman remains charged with steady, enduring protection, making it a reliable guardian for your child’s energy.  

   – How: Select a piece of jewelry they love (e.g., a necklace or bracelet), something they’ll wear daily to keep the protection close. Carve or draw a protection sigil (e.g., a circle with a cross, symbolizing boundaries) using a consecrated marker or engraving tool. Anoint it with Saturn oil (made with myrrh for protection and patchouli for grounding), while saying, “Saturn, guard [child’s name] with strength unbound.”

Have them wear it daily, recharging it under the Saturday moon by placing it on a windowsill to soak in lunar and Saturnian energy, ensuring its protective power remains strong. 

3. Anti-Nightmare and Dream World Attack Satchel

   – Type of Magic: Dream magic, which focuses on protecting the dream realm and influencing the subconscious.  

   – Why It Works Well: Dream magic targets the astral plane, where children’s open spirits are most vulnerable during sleep. Nightmares and astral intrusions can disrupt their rest and energy, but this satchel creates a protective barrier in the dream world. Saturn’s stabilizing force anchors the satchel’s energy, ensuring it holds strong against chaotic dream entities, while its disciplined nature helps maintain a peaceful sleep environment.  

   – How: Fill a small black or purple bag—colors of protection and intuition—with amethyst for dream clarity, lavender for peace, and bay leaves for warding off evil. Tie it with a black ribbon, Saturn’s hue, chanting, “Saturn’s shield, banish the night, keep [child’s name] safe in dreamlight.”

Place it under their pillow or hang it above their bed, where its energy can envelop them as they sleep. Renew the herbs monthly on a Saturday, refreshing the spell under Saturn’s watchful gaze to keep the dream protection potent. 

4. Saturn’s Boundary Salt Circle

   – Type of Magic: Barrier magic, which creates physical and energetic boundaries to block harmful influences.  

   – Why It Works Well: Barrier magic uses the physical act of casting a circle to create a metaphysical shield, perfectly aligning with Saturn’s love of structure and limits. Salt is a traditional purifier, and when combined with charcoal, it absorbs negativity, creating a double-layered defense. Saturn’s energy strengthens the circle’s boundaries, making it an impenetrable fortress that ensures no harm can cross, providing a safe space for your child to grow and play.  

   – How: Mix sea salt with a pinch of powdered charcoal, enhancing its protective and absorbing qualities. On a Saturday, cast a circle around your child’s bed or play area, sprinkling the salt mixture while saying, “By Saturn’s will, no harm shall pass, [child’s name] is safe at last.”

Visualize a dark, protective dome rising from the salt, shimmering with Saturn’s steady energy. Sweep it away after a week, as the energy may become stagnant, and renew the circle as needed on future Saturdays to maintain its protective power.  

5. Protective Candle Spell

   – Type of Magic: Fire magic, which uses the transformative power of fire to channel intent and create a protective ward.  

   – Why It Works Well: Fire magic harnesses the element of fire to burn away negativity and focus your intent, making it a potent tool for protection. The candle acts as a beacon, radiating Saturn’s disciplined energy outward to form a protective ward around your child. Saturn’s influence ensures the flame’s energy remains steady and focused, creating a long-lasting shield that burns away harm while fostering a safe, warm environment for your child.  

   – How: Use a black or deep blue candle, colors that resonate with Saturn’s protective energy. Carve their initials and a protective rune (e.g., Algiz, for defense) into the wax, embedding your intent. Dress the candle with olive oil for consecration and a sprinkle of crushed sage for purification, then light it on a Saturday, saying, “Saturn, encircle [child’s name] with your might, guard them through day and night.”

Let it burn safely for an hour, visualizing a protective light surrounding them. Repeat weekly on Saturdays, each lighting reinforcing the ward’s strength. Do you want to ignite your passion of magic with candles more? Join The Mystic Mysteries to get access to my downloadable grimoire pages today!

6. Mirror Ward Spell

   – Type of Magic: Reflective magic, which uses mirrors to deflect and return negative energy to its source.  

   – Why It Works Well: Reflective magic leverages the mirror’s ability to bounce back harmful energies, making it an effective tool for spiritual protection. Saturn’s energy strengthens this deflection, creating a powerful barrier that turns away psychic attacks or negative influences. The mirror acts as a sentinel, its reflective surface infused with Saturn’s disciplined power, ensuring that any harm directed at your child is sent back, leaving their spirit untouched and safe.  

   – How: Place a small mirror under their mattress or in their room, facing outward to reflect negativity away. Anoint its edges with Saturn oil (myrrh and patchouli), chanting, “Saturn’s gaze turns harm away, [child’s name] is safe each night and day.”

Visualize reflected light forming a shimmering shield around them, deflecting any harm. Recharge the mirror every Saturday by breathing onto its surface, your breath cleansing and renewing its protective energy under Saturn’s influence.  

Reflection Prompts  

After casting, journal your experience to deepen your connection to this magic: 

– How did Saturn’s energy feel as you wove the spell? Did it feel like a steady hand guiding you?  

– What emotions surfaced while protecting your child? Did you feel fear, love, or a fierce determination?  

– Did you sense any shifts in their energy or your own after the spell? Perhaps a lightness in their laughter or a calm in your heart?  

– How can you maintain this protective bond beyond this weekend? What daily rituals can you weave into your routine?

Final Thoughts 

As we close this sacred work, I’m filled with gratitude for the protective magic we’ve woven together this weekend, under Saturn’s watchful gaze. Each spell, infused with love and intent, is a testament to the fierce, nurturing power of a witch’s heart—a power that blooms brightest when we shield our children. My son, turning 4 this past weekend, is my greatest teacher, his light guiding me to heal, to fight, and to create a world where he can thrive. These spells are more than rituals; they’re promises—to our children, to ourselves, and to the universe—that we will stand as guardians of their magic, their innocence, and their growth. Let’s carry this protective energy forward, weaving safety and love into every moment. May Saturn’s strength continue to fortify your path, my witchy kin, as we nurture the precious seeds in our care.

Thank you for joining me in this sacred work, my loves. Your support fuels these guides. Stay tuned for more!  

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I am Kayreign, the Divine Oracle of the Gods and Keeper of Mysteries, a solitary grey magic practitioner with over 15 years of experience walking the sacred paths of the unseen. As a mystic and relentless seeker of all knowledge, I weave together the threads of every magical tradition—light and dark, ancient and modern—to uncover the universal truths that bind us to the cosmos. My mission is to restore and re-enchant magic in this realm, igniting its spark in every soul I encounter, and guiding you to embrace the full spectrum of your being.

My work is rooted in the power of duality, honoring the dance between shadow and light as equal partners in your spiritual journey. I hold space for you to explore all magic paths and practices, drawing from the vast tapestry of mystical wisdom to help you uncover your unique magic and sacred contracts. As the Divine Oracle of the Gods, I channel divine insights to illuminate your path; as the Keeper of Mysteries, I guide you into the depths of the unknown, where true transformation awaits.

When you work with me, you’ll learn to live in energetic balance, embracing your darkness as a source of power, not just a stepping stone to the light. I’ll hold up a mirror to reflect your authentic self—unmasked, raw, and whole—inviting you to face your past wounds, traumas, and hurts with courage. Together, we’ll alchemize every chapter of your story, dark and light, into a blazing internal flame that lights your way on even the coldest nights. Through this process, you’ll find alignment with your purpose, release what holds you back, and step fully into your power.

Come join me for community, knowledge, and to restore the enchantment of magic in yourself and life today!

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 May is Mental Health Awareness Month: A Journey Through Healing, Awareness, and Empowerment

Welcome, dear seekers, to a month of profound reflection and transformation. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to breaking the silence around mental illness, honoring those who live with it, and supporting the loved ones who stand by their side. As a grey witch who has navigated the shadowed depths of my own mind, I’ve come to see this month as a sacred invitation—a chance to weave magic into healing, to shed light on the unseen struggles, and to empower ourselves and each other. In this word journey, we’ll explore the history of this observance, its vital importance, what it means to those with mental illness and their loved ones, different therapy options, resources for seeking help, six simple DBT tips to start improving your mental health today, my personal story of living with multiple mental illnesses, and a preview of how we’ll dive deeper this month. Let’s step into this cauldron of awareness together.

The History of Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental Health Awareness Month traces its roots back to 1949, when Mental Health America (MHA), founded by Clifford Beers in 1909, first launched a week-long campaign to educate the public about mental health. Beers, a former mental health patient himself, wrote *A Mind That Found Itself* after his own traumatic experiences in psychiatric institutions, sparking a movement to reform treatment and reduce stigma. This initial effort evolved over decades, with the American Psychiatric Association joining in 1950 to expand its reach. By 1990, MHA extended the campaign to a full month, designating May as Mental Health Awareness Month to align with the blooming of spring—a symbol of renewal and hope.  

The movement gained momentum with the green ribbon, adopted in 1990 as a universal symbol of mental health awareness, reflecting growth and vitality. Over the years, key milestones like the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) joining the effort in the 2000s and the 2013 launch of the “B4Stage4” campaign—focusing on early intervention—have shaped its mission. Today, Mental Health Awareness Month is a global phenomenon, supported by organizations like the World Health Organization (WHO), which reports that 1 in 4 people worldwide will experience a mental health issue in their lifetime. This history reminds us that awareness is not just a trend—it’s a legacy of resilience built by those who dared to speak out, a legacy we continue to honor and expand. 

Why Mental Health Awareness Month Matters 

Mental Health Awareness Month is crucial because it shines a light on a crisis that affects millions yet remains shrouded in shame. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), approximately 52.9 million adults in the U.S. experienced a mental illness in 2023, yet only about 47% received treatment. This gap highlights the stigma that still lingers—whispers of weakness, judgments of “just get over it”—that keeps people silent. This month challenges those narratives, urging us to see mental health as an integral part of overall well-being, not a separate burden.  

It’s also a call to action. With rising stressors—political unrest, economic instability, and the ongoing aftermath of global crises—mental health challenges are escalating. The WHO notes a 25% increase in anxiety and depression globally since 2020, a statistic that resonates deeply in a country where policies like Trump’s $5,000 baby bonus threaten women’s lives and reproductive rights, adding layers of trauma for many. Mental Health Awareness Month pushes for policy changes, funding for mental health services, and community support, ensuring no one is left to navigate this alone. It’s a reminder that mental health is a human right, not a privilege, and that collective action can shift the tide.  

What It Means to Those with Mental Illness 

For those living with mental illness, May is a beacon of validation. It’s a month where your struggles—whether it’s the relentless cycles of bipolar disorder, the emotional storms of borderline personality disorder, or the quiet chaos of dissociative identity disorder—are seen, heard, and honored. It means you’re not defined by your diagnosis but by your courage to keep going. This month offers a space to share stories, connect with others who understand, and find resources to cope. For me, as someone who has lived with multiple mental illnesses, it’s a time to breathe easier, knowing the world is pausing to acknowledge what I’ve carried in silence for so long. It’s a celebration of survival, a recognition that our minds, though complex, are part of our unique magic.  

What It Means to Loved Ones of Those with Mental Illness  

For the families, friends, and partners of those with mental illness, May is a lifeline. It acknowledges the exhaustion of watching a loved one suffer, the helplessness of not knowing how to help, and the strength it takes to stay supportive. It offers education—understanding that anxiety isn’t “just stress” or depression isn’t “laziness”—and tools to provide compassionate care. Loved ones often carry their own grief, guilt, or frustration, and this month validates their role as allies. It’s a chance to learn boundaries, seek support groups, and join in advocacy, turning love into action. As someone who’s leaned on my community during my darkest days, I know how vital this support is—and how this month can strengthen those bonds.  

Types of Therapy for Mental Health  

Navigating mental illness can feel like wandering a labyrinth, but therapy offers a guide. Here are some options to explore:  

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Focuses on changing negative thought patterns. It’s evidence-based, helping with anxiety, depression, and OCD by challenging distorted thinking.  
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): My personal savior, DBT blends mindfulness with skills like emotional regulation and distress tolerance. It’s ideal for BPD, bipolar disorder, and complex trauma, teaching practical tools to live with intensity.  
  • Psychodynamic Therapy: Dives into unconscious patterns from past experiences. It’s great for exploring deep-seated issues like those tied to DID or childhood trauma.  
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): Targets trauma by processing distressing memories with guided eye movements. It’s effective for PTSD and can support fragmented realities like DID.  
  • Family Therapy: Involves loved ones to improve communication and support. It’s helpful for families navigating the impact of mental illness together.  
  • Art or Music Therapy: Uses creative expression to process emotions. Perfect for those who find words hard, it’s a magical outlet for binge eating or emotional overwhelm.  

Each therapy offers a unique path, and the right one depends on your needs. Consulting a licensed therapist can help you find your fit—don’t hesitate to ask for what works for you.  

Resources for Seeking Help  

If you or someone you love needs support, you’re not alone. Here are some resources to start with:  

  • National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): Visit nami.org for helplines (1-800-950-NAMI), support groups, and educational materials.  
  • Mental Health America (MHA): Check mentalhealthamerica.net for screening tools, local resources, and a crisis text line (text MHA to 741741).  
  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): Call 1-800-662-HELP or visit samhsagov for treatment locators and 24/7 assistance.  
  • Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support anytime.  
  • Therapist Directories: Websites like Psychology Today (psychologytoday.com) let you search for therapists by specialty and location.  
  • Online Support: Platforms like BetterHelp or Talkspace offer virtual therapy, accessible for those with mobility or financial barriers.
  • Download an Ai therapy bot: There are a lot of apps now with AI chat bots that can be useful to use as well like Wysa anxiety chat bot

These resources are lifelines—reach out without shame. Healing begins with a single step, and help is there when you’re ready.

Six Simple DBT Tips to Improve Your Mental Health Now  

As someone transformed by DBT, I’ve distilled six simple tips you can start today to nurture your mental health, rooted in its practical wisdom:  

1. Practice One-Mindfulness: Focus fully on one task at a time (e.g., sipping tea). This calms racing thoughts, a gift for OCD’s anxiety.  

2. Use Opposite Action: If sadness urges you to isolate, reach out to a friend instead. This builds positive emotions, countering depression.  Learn more about this skill inside the patreon exclusive cauldron clarity here.

3. Try Self-Soothing: Engage your senses—hold a soft blanket or listen to nature sounds. It grounds you, easing BPD’s intensity.  Learn ways to self soother yourself in my Patreon exclusive post here.

4. Accumulate Positive Emotions: Do one small, enjoyable act (e.g., watch a funny video). This creates a buffer against bipolar lows.  

5. Practice Radical Acceptance: Acknowledge a hard reality (e.g., “This policy hurts me”) without fighting it. It frees energy for action, supporting DID’s fragmented state.  Dive into the healing of this skill inside the cauldron clarity community for FREE here.

6. Check the Facts: Challenge anxious thoughts (e.g., “Am I really in danger?”). This reduces OCD’s crippling need for order.  This skill is my savior every single day. Learn how to use this skill inside the cauldron clarity community here.

These tips are small spells of self-care—start with one, and watch your resilience grow.  

 My Mental Health Journey: From Trauma to Transformation  

My life has been a tapestry woven with trauma, each thread a lesson in navigating the wild landscape of multiple mental illnesses. From childhood to now, I’ve moved from one storm to the next, learning to dance with the chaos rather than be consumed by it. DBT has been my guide, turning my struggles into allies, and I want to share that journey with you. 

  • Bipolar II: The ups and downs are extreme—days of hypomanic energy where I create endlessly, crashing into deep, gray depressions where getting out of bed feels impossible. It’s a rollercoaster of mood swings that once defined my worth, but now I see it as a source of creative fire and reflective depth.  
  • Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD): The intensity of reality hits like a tidal wave—emotions so raw they blur the line between me and the world. Relationships were a minefield of fear of abandonment, but now I channel that passion into deep connections and empathy.  
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): The crippling anxiety demands order—counting steps, checking locks, everything having to be in it’s proper place at all times, the constant need to clean my space making it tidy, organized and clean—leaving me exhausted. Never allowing me to truly sit down and be present in the moment. The ups are a sense of control; the downs are panic when chaos creeps in. It’s taught me the strength of structure, now a tool rather than a tyrant.  
  • Binge Eating Disorder (BED): My relationship with food is complicated—bingeing as comfort, then guilt as punishment leading to restricting myself from eating anything for days at a time. The highs are fleeting satisfaction; the lows are shame. I’ve learned to see it as a signal of emotional needs, guiding me toward balance.  
  • Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID): The fragmented reality—switching perspectives, losing time—once felt like a betrayal of self. The ups are a rich inner world; the downs are disorientation. It’s now a multifaceted lens, offering unique insights into life’s mysteries. Do you want more insight to what it’s like living as a prism of beings with multiple personalities? Read about my experience here.

For years, these conditions controlled me, defining my identity as broken. I let trauma—abuse, loss, near-death during pregnancy—dictate my narrative. But DBT changed that. Through skills like mindfulness and radical acceptance, I’ve reframed my illnesses as allies. They’re not curses but strengths, allowing me to experience reality through a unique, multifaceted lens. This shift has deepened my energetic connection to others, filling me with empathy and revealing a bigger truth—that our struggles are part of our magic. 

Acknowledging the Ongoing Journey  

I want to be honest: I’m still a work in progress. Healing comes in waves, not a straight line. These mental illnesses can’t be cured—they’re forever part of me, ebbing and flowing with life’s tides. Some days, the anxiety spikes, or the dissociation takes hold, and I falter. But I’ve learned to ride those waves, using DBT to anchor myself. This acceptance doesn’t erase the struggle; it transforms it into a dance with my shadow, a rhythm of growth. It’s a reminder that healing is a lifelong spell, cast with patience and grace.

Expanding on Mental Illness This Month  

All month, I’ll expand on each of these mental illnesses—Bipolar II, BPD, OCD, BED, and DID—sharing my story and offering ways you can support yourself or loved ones. We’ll explore rituals, DBT skills, and magical practices to navigate these conditions, turning challenges into sources of power. Each week, I’ll dive into one illness, providing insights, coping strategies, and community discussions. Join me on this journey—your experiences are welcome, and together, we’ll weave a tapestry of healing.  

Final Thoughts  

As we embrace Mental Health Awareness Month, let’s honor our minds—their shadows and their light. This month is a cauldron of possibility, where awareness becomes action, and healing becomes magic. If you’re ready to dive deeper into this work, I invite you to join Cauldron Clarity, an exclusive weekly event inside my Patreon community, where we explore mental health, mysticism, and resilience with exclusive content. Sign up today to connect with our tribe. I’m also hosting the Healing Mother Wound Event on May 10, a virtual ritual to release generational pain, and the Embrace Your Shadow Self 6 month program starting June 7th, where we’ll transform our inner darkness into strength. Visit here for details and let’s walk this path together.

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I am Kayreign, the Divine Oracle of the Gods and Keeper of Mysteries, a solitary grey magic practitioner with over 15 years of experience walking the sacred paths of the unseen. As a mystic and relentless seeker of all knowledge, I weave together the threads of every magical tradition—light and dark, ancient and modern—to uncover the universal truths that bind us to the cosmos. My mission is to restore and re-enchant magic in this realm, igniting its spark in every soul I encounter, and guiding you to embrace the full spectrum of your being.

My work is rooted in the power of duality, honoring the dance between shadow and light as equal partners in your spiritual journey. I hold space for you to explore all magic paths and practices, drawing from the vast tapestry of mystical wisdom to help you uncover your unique magic and sacred contracts. As the Divine Oracle of the Gods, I channel divine insights to illuminate your path; as the Keeper of Mysteries, I guide you into the depths of the unknown, where true transformation awaits.

When you work with me, you’ll learn to live in energetic balance, embracing your darkness as a source of power, not just a stepping stone to the light. I’ll hold up a mirror to reflect your authentic self—unmasked, raw, and whole—inviting you to face your past wounds, traumas, and hurts with courage. Together, we’ll alchemize every chapter of your story, dark and light, into a blazing internal flame that lights your way on even the coldest nights. Through this process, you’ll find alignment with your purpose, release what holds you back, and step fully into your power.

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The gods and goddesses of Spring to work with as the flowers bloom and nature awakens

As the frost melts, the air warms, and the earth bursts into vibrant life, the festivals like Ostara, Beltane, and the spring equinox beckon us into an embrace of renewal, growth, and transformation. During these celebrations, many witches and pagans work with deities that embody the energies of fertility, rebirth, and the blossoming of new beginnings. I certainly do! For me, spring is a deeply balanced season, where the divine feminine and masculine dance together in harmony. I feel called to step out of the womb of Mother Earth and into her blooming fields, where the light goddess and the horned god invite me to celebrate life, passion, and the cycles of nature. In this season, I’m drawn to the healing clarity of sunlight, the empowerment of growth, and the magic of creation, as I listen to the whispers of the past and plant seeds for the future in the fertile soil of spring. During this time, several deities take center stage, especially those with festivals or sacred days in spring, offering an intimate connection to their vibrant energies. Spring, spanning March, April, and May, is a pivotal time in pagan culture, filled with magic, fertility, renewal, and abundance. Let’s take a walk through the spring landscape, where flowers bloom and rivers flow, to pause, reflect, and connect with the cyclical rhythm of nature as we meet some of these deities together in this post today.  

Eostre (Ostara) – Germanic Goddess

Eostre, often called Ostara, is a Germanic goddess of spring, dawn, and new beginnings, whose name is the root of the word “Easter.” She’s a deity of fertility and renewal, often depicted as a radiant maiden surrounded by blooming flowers, hares, and eggs—symbols of life and rebirth. In Germanic lore, Eostre is said to transform a bird into a hare to save its life, and that hare laid the first colored eggs in her honor, a tale that echoes in modern Easter traditions. Her festival, Ostara, marks the spring equinox, a time of balance when day and night are equal, and the earth awakens from winter’s slumber. Eostre’s energy is soft yet powerful, inviting us to embrace new starts, plant seeds of intention, and celebrate the return of light. In Taurus season, her presence encourages us to ground our new beginnings in the earth, finding stability in growth, as we’ve been exploring with deities like Arianrhod in our recent Divine Draw. She’s a reminder of the beauty in renewal and the magic of life’s cycles. Do you want to dive deeper into the holiday that is named after her? Read my guide all about it here!

Cernunnos – Celtic God

Cernunnos, the Celtic Horned God, is a deity of nature, fertility, animals, and the wild, often depicted with antlers, seated cross-legged, surrounded by beasts like stags and serpents. Known from the Gundestrup Cauldron, a 1st-century artifact, Cernunnos is the lord of the wild, a protector of the forest and its creatures. In spring, particularly around Beltane on May 1st, his energy surges as the masculine counterpart to the goddess, embodying passion, virility, and the life force that drives growth. As we explored in our recent Divine Tales Thursdays post, (Free Patreon sneak peak here) Cernunnos leads the Wild Hunt, ensuring the balance of nature by giving as much as we take. His antlers symbolize the renewal of life, mirroring the stag’s cycle of shedding and regrowth. In Taurus season, Cernunnos invites us to connect with the earth’s rhythms, to dance in the fires of Beltane, and to honor our primal instincts as we plant seeds for the future.  

Flora – Roman Goddess

Flora, the Roman goddess of flowers, spring, and fertility, brings the vibrant energy of blooming life to this season. Celebrated during the Floralia festival from late April to early May, Flora is depicted as a maiden adorned with flowers, her presence heralding the blossoming of nature. She rules over all flowering plants, symbolizing beauty, growth, and the sensual pleasures of spring. In Roman mythology, Flora’s magic transformed nymphs into flowers, weaving their stories into the earth’s tapestry. Her energy is light and joyful, encouraging us to revel in the beauty of the season, to create art inspired by nature, and to embrace the pleasures of life. In Taurus season, Flora’s connection to sensuality and grounding aligns perfectly, urging us to indulge in the tactile joys of spring—touching petals, breathing in floral scents, and celebrating life’s abundance. 

Persephone – Greek Goddess

Persephone, the Greek goddess of spring growth and the underworld queen, embodies the duality of life and death, renewal and decay. Daughter of Zeus and Demeter, Persephone was abducted by Hades and became queen of the underworld, but her return to the earth each spring marks the season of growth. Her myth, tied to the Eleusinian Mysteries, reflects the cycle of planting and harvesting, as well as the inner journey from darkness to light. In spring, Persephone emerges from the underworld, bringing with her the blooming of flowers and the renewal of the earth. Her energy is transformative, inviting us to embrace our own cycles of growth, to heal from past wounds, and to step into the light of new beginnings. In Taurus season, Persephone encourages us to ground our transformation in the earth, finding direction through nature’s cycles.  Do you want to descend into the underworld or frolic in a meadow of flowers with Persephone? Don’t forget to read my guide and journey with her as my Matron deity here. Plus grab on exclusive spell working with her inside The Mystic Mysteries here!

Brigid – Celtic Goddess

Brigid, a Celtic goddess of spring, healing, poetry, and the sacred flame, takes center stage during Imbolc in early February, but her energy carries into the full bloom of spring. As we noted in your winter guide, Brigid is a triple goddess of healing waters, sacred flame, and fertile earth, often depicted with fiery hair and a sunbeam cloak. In spring, her role as a goddess of fertility and creativity shines, inspiring us to create, heal, and nurture new life. Brigid’s energy bridges the transition from winter to spring, as she takes the reins from Cailleach (mentioned in your winter guide), ushering in warmth and growth. In Taurus season, Brigid’s grounding fire encourages us to plant seeds of inspiration, to heal through creativity, and to connect with the earth’s awakening energy, aligning with the themes of renewal we’ve explored in recent posts like the Taurus New Moon guide.  

Pan – Greek God

Pan, the Greek god of the wild, shepherds, and rustic music, brings a playful, primal energy to spring. Often depicted with goat horns, legs, and a flute, Pan roams the forests, dancing with nymphs and playing his panpipes. He’s a deity of fertility, nature, and the untamed spirit, embodying the wild joy of spring’s awakening. In spring, Pan’s energy surges, encouraging us to reconnect with nature, to dance in the fields, and to embrace our sensual, earthy side. His music stirs the life force within us, inspiring creativity and passion. In Taurus season, Pan’s earthy energy aligns perfectly, urging us to ground our wildness in the stability of the season, much like we’ve been doing with deities like Cernunnos in our Beltane preparations. Pan reminds us to find joy in the simple pleasures of spring—the rustle of leaves, the warmth of the sun, and the rhythm of the earth.  Do you crave disappearing into the untamed wild wit pan this spring? Read my guide to work with him this Spring here!

Freyr – Norse God

Freyr, a Norse god of fertility, peace, and prosperity, is a deity of spring and summer abundance. A member of the Vanir, Freyr rules over rain, sunshine, and the growth of crops, often depicted with a golden boar, Gullinbursti, symbolizing fertility and light. In spring, Freyr’s energy brings blessings of growth, ensuring the land’s fertility and the prosperity of the harvest to come. His festival, celebrated around the spring equinox, honors the return of light and life. Freyr’s energy is warm and nurturing, inviting us to cultivate peace, abundance, and joy in our lives. In Taurus season, Freyr encourages us to ground our prosperity in the earth, to plant literal and metaphorical seeds, and to trust in the abundance that will grow, aligning with the themes of growth we’ve been exploring in our recent Elemental Energies card pull.  

Vesna – Slavic Goddess

Vesna, the Slavic goddess of spring and youth, embodies the season’s vitality and renewal. Often depicted as a beautiful maiden adorned with flowers, Vesna takes over from Morena (mentioned in my winter guide) at the spring equinox, bringing warmth, light, and new life. In Slavic mythology, Vesna’s arrival marks the end of winter’s harshness, as she awakens the earth with her gentle touch. Her energy is vibrant and hopeful, encouraging us to embrace youthfulness, joy, and the promise of new beginnings. In Taurus season, Vesna’s energy aligns with the grounding growth we’ve been cultivating, urging us to celebrate the beauty of spring and to nurture our dreams with optimism.

How to Connect to and Work with These Deities

Everyone’s relationship with deities is different, and we all work with and believe in them differently. You might see them as close, personal guides, or as archetypes of universal energy to learn from. However you incorporate deities into your practice is up to you. Here are some ideas to get you started on ways to work with any or all of these spring deities. Approach them with respect, reverence, gratitude, and by building a relationship with them. Every time you work with a deity, it’s an even energetic exchange—what you put into your intention and relationship with them is what you’ll receive in return. Don’t forget to check out my shop for an eBook to explore your view of deities further, or purchase my Deep Deity Devotionals workshop course  Here!

  • Research, study, and read about their myths, origins, and legends to deepen your connection.  
  • Refresh your altar or create a new one, adding their correspondences like flowers for Flora or antlers for Cernunnos.  
  • Cast spells for growth, fertility, or new beginnings, inviting spring deities to guide your intentions.  
  • Call on them for divination, such as tarot, pendulum readings, or scrying with spring water, to gain insights for your journey.  
  • Use their correspondences in protection spells, especially for your home or garden, to bless your space.  
  • Create spell jars with their energies, placing them on your altar or in your garden to nurture growth.  
  • Focus on shadow work around themes of renewal, creativity, and embracing change—If you would like to learn more about shadow work you can purchase my eBook here;  you can book me for a 1:1 session as your guide here; and you can watch my free class previously taught on it through Divination here.  
  • Invite them into your circle during rituals tied to the cycles of nature, like planting or blessing seeds.  
  • Include them in your celebrations for festivals like Ostara, Beltane, or the spring equinox.  
  • Practice flower magic by creating floral crowns or offerings for deities like Flora or Vesna.  
  • Go on a mindful walk in nature to connect with the energies of the land these spring deities rule
  • Invoke their names when creating simmer pots with spring herbs to invite growth and renewal into your home.  
  • Use herbal magic—brew teas with chamomile or mint, or add herbs to your drinks, to honor their energies.  
  • Carve their sigils into candles for fire magic to ignite creativity and passion during Beltane.  
  • Perform purification rituals with spring water or floral essences to cleanse your energy.  
  • Carve their sigils into soil or seeds before planting for growth and abundance spells.  
  • Make rose water for spells and offerings, especially for Persephone or Flora, to honor their beauty.  
  • Use oils with their correspondences in rituals for creativity, fertility, or self-love.  
  • Bake treats with floral or honey ingredients, adding their sigils for abundance and joy.  
  • Offer gifts like seeds, flowers, or honey to manifest their blessings and build a relationship.  
  • Add their sigils and correspondences to spell bags, talismans, or charms for growth and protection.  
  • Leave offerings of milk or honey to connect with fertility and prosperity during spring.  
  • Carve their sigils into wooden stakes in your garden to welcome their blessings for growth.  
  • Invoke them during commitment ceremonies for new projects or relationships.  
  • Draw their sigils on your mirror for mirror work or glamour magic to embody their energy.  
  • Use their prayers in rituals for creativity, fertility, or renewal during spring celebrations.  
  • Invite them into astral travels, meditations, or inner healing sessions for guidance on your journey.  
  • Wear their colors—green for Cernunnos, pink for Vesna—during the day for color magic.  
  • Journal about signs of their presence in your life, like a hare for Eostre or a melody for Pan.  
  • Use their images as inspiration for glamour and beauty spells, especially with Flora.  
  • Practice divination like scrying with spring water, flower petal readings, or solar gazing.  
  • Create Brigid’s crosses for ongoing spring blessings, extending her Imbolc energy.  
  • Add their sigils, names, or images to your festival celebrations, like Beltane bonfires.  
  • Leave a plate and place for them at your festival gatherings to invite their presence.  
  • Meditate in a blooming garden, listening for their words of wisdom as nature awakens.  
  • Call on them in prayers to ignite your creativity in spells for artistic projects.  
  • Volunteer at places like community gardens that align with their energies of growth and nurturing.  
  • Use their sigils in spells to aid in your renewal and transformation during spring.  
  • Go on a shamanic journey with their animal companions, like a stag for Cernunnos or a hare for Eostre.  
  • Invoke them to bless your magical tools with their energies of growth and fertility.  
  • Write daily prayers, affirmations, poems, or songs to honor and venerate them.  
  • Live in alignment with their philosophies—nurture, create, and celebrate life like Freyr and Vesna.  
  • Make them part of your spring goals, like planting a garden or starting a creative project.  
  • If possible, visit sacred places tied to them, like ancient groves for Pan or floral gardens for Flora.  
  • Add their symbols to your Beltane decorations or Ostara rituals.  
  • Wear jewelry with their images, symbols, or sigils to carry their energy with you.  
  • Draw or tattoo their sigils onto your body to embody their springtime magic.  
  • Perform a dedication rite to commit to them during their potent season of renewal.  
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I am Kayreign, the Divine Oracle of the Gods and Keeper of Mysteries, a solitary grey magic practitioner with over 15 years of experience walking the sacred paths of the unseen. As a mystic and relentless seeker of all knowledge, I weave together the threads of every magical tradition—light and dark, ancient and modern—to uncover the universal truths that bind us to the cosmos. My mission is to restore and re-enchant magic in this realm, igniting its spark in every soul I encounter, and guiding you to embrace the full spectrum of your being.

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Working with Persephone: A Journey of Strength, Love, and Sovereign Evolution

In the beginning, there was a delicate balance of light and shadow, a dance of life and death that birthed the cycles of existence. From this primal harmony emerged Persephone, the Greek goddess of spring, queen of the underworld, and a deity of profound transformation. For over a decade, Persephone has been my matron deity, a guiding force through my own seasons of growth, loss, and rebirth. Her story isn’t the oversimplified tale of abduction so often told—it’s a saga of strength, love, and self-sovereignty, a narrative of evolution and taking your own power. Persephone teaches us to embrace our dual nature, to love fiercely, and to bloom through the darkest soil. Come join me as we walk the path between meadow and underworld to learn more about Persephone in this blog post.

Who is Persephone?

When spring blooms and the earth awakens, or when the shadows deepen and the underworld calls, you may feel a gentle yet commanding presence—Persephone, whispering your name. She is a goddess of duality, associated with spring, renewal, the underworld, death, rebirth, sovereignty, love, transformation, and the mysteries of life’s cycles. Persephone holds dominion over the blooming earth and the shadowy depths, weaving light and dark into a sacred balance. She governs the cycles of nature—growth in spring, decay in autumn—and the passage of souls between worlds, creating a rhythm that echoes through our lives. As a goddess who bridges life and death, she plays an integral role in our existence, guiding us through change and empowering us to claim our own power.

Persephone isn’t just an Olympian goddess; her origins tie her to ancient, pre-Olympian traditions, where she was revered as a chthonic deity of the earth’s fertility and the underworld’s mysteries. She’s not a passive maiden but a queen who chose her path, a symbol of evolution who transforms from Kore (the maiden) to Persephone (the dread queen). Her story resonates with those who seek to integrate their light and shadow, to evolve through challenges, and to stand in their sovereignty.

Persephone, Goddess of Spring and Underworld

Persephone is the embodiment of spring’s renewal and the underworld’s depth in Greek mythology, a formidable goddess in her own right. Her name, often interpreted as “bringer of destruction” or “she who brings light,” reflects her dual nature—both life-giving and death-embracing. As the goddess of spring, she blankets the earth in flowers, her laughter coaxing buds to bloom. As queen of the underworld, she rules alongside Hades, her throne a testament to her power over the dead. In fact, when heroes must travel to the underworld during trials , it is HER they seek permission from to complete their task. She represents the cycles of nature and the soul, embodying the seed that must descend into darkness to grow, the woman who claims her crown through transformation.

Persephone, a Deity of Evolution and Power

Persephone’s story is often reduced to the Homeric Hymn to Demeter, where Hades abducts her, and her mother, Demeter, mourns, causing the earth to wither. But this is only one version, filtered through a patriarchal lens that strips her of agency. Older myths, like those in the Orphic tradition, tell a different tale: Persephone willingly descends to the underworld, drawn to its mysteries and her destiny as queen. Some versions suggest she ate the pomegranate seeds knowingly, binding herself to Hades by choice, not trickery. In these tellings, Persephone isn’t a victim—she’s a goddess who claims her throne, balancing life and death with fierce grace.

Her marriage to Hades isn’t one of coercion but of deep, transformative love. Ancient art often depicts them side by side, equals in power, their bond a sacred partnership. Hades honors her, and Persephone brings light to his realm, softening its edges with spring’s renewal. Their love is a testament to balance—light and shadow, life and death, united in harmony. Persephone’s journey is one of evolution: from Kore, the maiden of spring, to Persephone, the dread queen. Each spring, she returns to the upper world, a symbol of rebirth, but she never abandons her throne below. She teaches us that true power comes from integrating our dualities, from embracing the dark as fertile soil for growth.

Family and Origin

Persephone is the daughter of Zeus, king of the Olympian gods, and Demeter, goddess of the harvest. Her lineage places her among the Olympians, but her role as a chthonic deity ties her to older, pre-Olympian traditions of earth and underworld worship. She’s often associated with her mother’s realm of agriculture and her father’s divine authority, but her true power lies in her own domain—the underworld, where she rules as queen.

Persephone and Hades had no children in most myths, though some traditions mention offspring like the Erinyes (Furies) or the mysterious Zagreus (Patreon exclusive post coming soon), tied to Orphic mysteries. Her most significant relationship is with Hades, her husband and partner, whose love for her is a cornerstone of her story. She’s also closely tied to her mother, Demeter, whose grief and joy shape the seasons, and to deities like Hecate, who accompanies her in the underworld, lighting her path with torches.

Myths and Legends

Persephone’s myths are varied, reflecting her complex nature. The most well-known is the Homeric Hymn to Demeter, where Hades abducts her while she gathers flowers, and Demeter’s grief causes famine until Zeus intervenes. Persephone eats pomegranate seeds—sometimes six, sometimes one—and is bound to the underworld for part of the year, returning to the upper world in spring. But this tale, written in a patriarchal era, often overlooks Persephone’s agency. Older traditions, like those in Eleusinian Mysteries, portray her descent as a willing act, a rite of passage to claim her queenship. In these versions, the pomegranate is a symbol of her choice, not coercion.

In some myths, Persephone is a fierce judge of souls, deciding fates alongside Hades. In others, she’s a compassionate guide, helping heroes like Orpheus or Psyche navigate the underworld. Her duality is evident in her festivals, like the Eleusinian Mysteries, which celebrated her return as a symbol of spiritual rebirth. Persephone’s story isn’t about loss—it’s about power, love, and evolution, a reminder that we can bloom through the darkest seasons.

Worship of Persephone in Ancient Greece

It’s funny, because in Ancient Greece, Persephone was rarely worshipped. We have very little texts in ancient history with stories of how she was worshipped. Alongside only a few temples we know of that, were underground or near caves, symbolizing her connection to the underworld. If Persephone was worshiped, most of the sources we have are her being worshipped alongside either her husband Hades or primarily her mother, Demeter. This is because springtime comes when she is returned to her mother and it was part of the festival to honor Demeter during the rituals of the Eleusinian Mysteries.

What are the Eleusinian Mysteries?

The Eleusinian Mysteries were a set of important rituals that took place in Greece annually for at least one thousand years. It’s hard for us to know how long for sure, because like in their name they were rituals shrouded in mystery. As they were apart of Greece’s worst kept secret, meant to be part of secret mystical teachings. Eventually so many were part of them almost everyone in the city of Athens knew what the teachings were. Which is why we know as much as we do about them now. The rituals happened sometime in September and commemorated the myth of Demeter and Persephone alongside the changing of the seasons. The priestesses and initiates took on a fourteen day long challenge. Involving purification rituals, sacrifices, fasting, and ending in a procession from Athens to Eleusis. The city that gave Demeter aid and shelter during her search for her daughter. We don’t know exactly what these rites were or the rituals that had to be performed. But, most scholars theorize they were an actual reenactment of the rape and capture of Persephone, followed by the agony of Demeter’s search for her. I will leave it up to you on what you think, this all depends on how they interrupted the story of her “kidnapping” and we just simply don’t know.

Today, modern pagans and witches honor her through seasonal rituals, offerings of flowers and pomegranates, and meditations on life’s cycles.

What does Persephone look like?

When spring arrives and flowers bloom, or when the underworld calls with its shadowy depths, Persephone is there. She often appears as a young woman with golden hair, wearing a crown of flowers in the upper world, her dress woven with blossoms. In the underworld, she’s a regal queen, her robes dark and shimmering, a crown of iron or bone atop her head, holding a pomegranate or a torch. For me, she appears as a figure of light and shadow, her eyes glowing with both warmth and depth, a pomegranate in one hand and a bundle of wheat in the other, symbolizing her dual realms.

Persephone and Her Relationship to Hades

Persephone’s relationship with Hades is one of mutual love and respect, not coercion. In ancient art, they’re depicted as equals, sitting side by side on their thrones, ruling the underworld together. Hades, often misunderstood as a villain, is a devoted partner who honors Persephone’s power. Their love bridges life and death, showing us that true partnership balances light and shadow. Persephone brings renewal to the underworld, while Hades offers her a realm to rule—a perfect harmony of opposites.

Persephone and Duality

As a grey witch, I always look at how a deity’s energy can help me maintain balance and reflect cosmic duality. Persephone’s dual nature as both spring maiden and underworld queen is a profound lesson in integration. She’s nurturing, bringing life to the earth, yet formidable, ruling over the dead with authority. She embodies the duality of light and dark, growth and decay, love and power. Persephone reminds us that we can hold both—blooming in our light while rooting deep into our shadows.

My story with Persephone: A Matron of Strength and Rebirth

Persephone has been my matron deity for over ten years, a guiding light through my own cycles of transformation, a mirror reflecting the many facets of my being, and a beacon of strength when I needed to reclaim my power. When I first connected with her, I was in a season of deep shadow—grieving a profound personal loss, feeling uprooted, and searching for my own sovereignty amidst a storm of emotions that left me feeling like a seedling buried too deep to ever bloom. I was also wrestling with my own complex nature, a tapestry of multiple beings woven into one soul—light and shadow, mystic and warrior, dreamer and realist. I often felt fragmented, unsure how to integrate these identities into a cohesive whole. At the same time, I was grappling with a dynamic in my life that mirrored Persephone’s own struggle: a suffocating relationship with a controlling force, much like her mother, Demeter, who clung to her daughter with an iron grip, unable to let her grow into her own power.

Persephone’s story resonated deeply with me because I saw myself in her desire to escape her mother’s overbearing love. In many myths, Demeter’s devotion to Persephone borders on obsession, keeping her sheltered as Kore, the eternal maiden, and refusing to let her explore the depths of her own destiny. I felt that same weight in my life—a force that wanted to keep me small, safe, and unchanging, even as my soul yearned to break free and evolve. I longed to step into my own power, to embrace the chaos and shadows within me, just as Persephone did when she descended to the underworld. During a meditation one night, under the dim glow of a crescent moon, I felt her presence more vividly than ever before. She appeared at a crossroads between a blooming meadow and a dark cave, her figure both radiant and shadowed, holding a pomegranate in one hand and a torch in the other. Her eyes held the weight of a thousand cycles, and her voice was a soft whisper carrying ancient wisdom: “You are the seed. Descend to grow.” That moment marked the beginning of our sacred bond, a connection that has since woven itself into the very fabric of my spiritual practice.

Through working with Persephone, I’ve learned to embrace my own darkness—not as something to fear, but as fertile soil for growth. She showed me that the shadows I feared were not my enemy but a necessary part of my evolution, a place where I could root deeply and rise stronger. More importantly, she taught me to accept the multiplicity of my nature. I am not one being but many, a constellation of identities that shift and shimmer like the seasons. Persephone, who herself embodies duality—spring maiden and underworld queen—guided me to see this as a strength, not a fracture. She whispered to me in meditations and through synchronicities, encouraging me to weave my many selves into a tapestry of power, to honor the mystic who seeks ancient wisdom, the warrior who fights for her truth, and the dreamer who dances in the light. With her guidance, I learned to stand in my fullness, embracing all that I am without apology.

Persephone’s relationship with Hades also became a profound lesson for me, a reflection of the kind of love that fosters growth rather than stifles it. Unlike the suffocating control of Demeter, Hades offers Persephone a love that empowers her to bloom into her most powerful self. In their sacred partnership, Hades doesn’t seek to diminish her light but to nurture it, providing a realm where she can rule as queen and fully step into her sovereignty. Ancient depictions of them seated side by side on their thrones, equals in power, speak to a love that is both fierce and tender—a love that allows Persephone to evolve while honoring her duality. Hades fosters her growth by giving her the space to explore her shadows, to wield her power over the underworld, and to return to the upper world as a symbol of renewal. Through their love, I learned what it means to be truly seen and supported—to be loved in a way that encourages you to become the most powerful version of yourself. This love is mirrored in my own marriage each and every day.

Over the years, Persephone has guided me through countless seasons of change—times of loss, rebirth, and self-discovery. She’s been a constant presence, her energy a reminder that true strength comes from integrating all parts of myself, from blooming in my light while honoring the depths of my shadow. She’s taught me to love fiercely, as she loves Hades, and to evolve through every season of life, just as she moves between the upper world and the underworld. As my matron, she’s not just a deity I work with—she’s a mirror, reflecting my own journey of transformation, a guide who has helped me escape the confines of those who would keep me small, and a teacher who has shown me how to claim my sovereignty by embracing my many beings. Persephone’s magic has been a lifeline, a reminder that I, too, can descend into my shadows and rise as a queen.

Correspondences for Persephone

First, what is a correspondence? First, what is a correspondence? Correspondences are items or symbols that connect you to a specific energy, honoring and venerating it through representation. Below are correspondences for working with Persephone I have cultivated throughout the years. But, always trust your intuition when choosing what to work with.

  • Animals: Pomegranate, bat, dove, deer, black ram  
  • Planet: Pluto  
  • Element: Earth  
  • Sex: Feminine  
  • Symbols: Pomegranate, spring flowers, torch, crown, wheat, seeds  
  • Colors: Red, black, green, white, gold  
  • Themes: Renewal, rebirth, transformation, duality, sovereignty, love, cycles, death, power  
  • Herbs: Pomegranate, narcissus, willow, mint, poppy, rose, lavender  
  • Stones/Crystals: Garnet, onyx, amethyst, rose quartz, peridot , lapis lazuli, smoky quartz
  • Tarot Cards: The High Priestess, Death, The Empress  

How to know Persephone is calling to you?

I get asked this question every time I write or teach about a goddess. Signs from deities are unique to each individual, so trust your intuition and open your clairs to discern her call. You can also choose to work with her even if you don’t feel her reaching out. Here are some signs she may be calling you:

  • You feel drawn to pomegranates or spring flowers.  
  • You’re experiencing a major life transition or rebirth.  
  • You feel a pull to work with cycles of light and shadow.  
  • You’re interested in underworld deities or death magic.  
  • You hear her name or see her symbols (pomegranate, torch) often.  
  • She appears in dreams, meditations, or visions.  
  • You feel a connection to both spring and autumn seasons.  
  • You’re seeking to claim your own power and sovereignty. 
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Ways To Work With and Connect To Persephone

Everyone’s relationship with deities is unique, whether you see them as personal allies or universal archetypes. Approach Persephone with respect, reverence, and gratitude, while building a relationship through energetic exchange. Here are some ways to connect with her:

  • Study Her Myths: Explore her various stories, from the Homeric Hymn to Orphic traditions, to understand her evolution and power. Study her role in the Eleusinian Mysteries and her connection to the underworld. Read about her role in creating the herb mint as she worked through the only betrayal by Hades.
  • Call on Her for Transformation: Ask Persephone to guide you through life transitions, helping you integrate light and shadow to evolve into your fullest self.
  • Work with Cycles: Honor her through seasonal rituals—planting seeds in spring, reflecting on death in autumn, or meditating on rebirth during equinoxes.
  • Dedicate Altar Space: Create an altar with her symbols—pomegranates, flowers, a black and white candle, or a small mirror to reflect her duality.
  • Include Her in Underworld Magic: Invoke Persephone during rituals involving death, rebirth, or ancestral work, asking her to guide you through the shadows.
  • Divination and Meditation: Use tarot (Death or The High Priestess) or meditation to connect with her, visualizing her at the threshold of light and dark.
  • Ask for her assistance when transitioning to a new phase of life, like moving to a new home, to guide you through the change with grace.
  • Call on her to help heal generational wounds or family patterns, drawing on her underworld wisdom to bring renewal.
  • Invoke her when casting circles for protection, especially those tied to cycles of growth and transformation, visualizing her pomegranate as a shield.
  • Offer her the first pomegranate seed of any you eat, symbolizing her journey and your devotion to her cycles.
  • Learn about the cycles of nature, such as planting and harvesting, to connect with her springtime growth and underworld roots.
  • Consecrate your gardening tools with her sigil to bless your plants and crops, invoking her energy of renewal.
  • Call on her to guide you through shadow work, illuminating the dark with her underworld torch to help you transform—check out my eBook on shadow work here, book a 1:1 session with me here, or watch my free class on Divination here. Plus, don’t forget to head to the shop and register for my new course starting at the end of this month!
  • Work with flowers and learn floral magic, using blooms like narcissus or poppies to honor her.
  • Brew a magical tea with pomegranate or rose petals to connect with her dual energy of spring and the underworld.
  • Incorporate Persephone’s sigils into flower crowns or garlands as you create them, weaving her energy into your spring rituals.
  • Light candles in dual colors (like green for spring and black for the underworld) around your space to welcome her and balance her energies.
  • Learn and perform rituals that honor cycles of life and death, such as release ceremonies or renewal spells.
  • Cast spells for transformation and rebirth, asking Persephone to guide you through endings and new beginnings.
  • Invite her into your rituals by setting a place for her with a small offering of pomegranate seeds or flowers, symbolizing her presence.
  • Take a class on Greek mythology or botany to deepen your understanding of her story and her connection to nature.
  • Create an altar dedicated to her duality, adorned with flowers for spring and symbols of the underworld like bones or obsidian.
  • Reconnect with ancestors through meditation or offerings, asking Persephone to bridge the worlds of the living and the dead.
  • Step into moments of transformation with courage, asking Persephone to help you navigate the unknown.
  • Learn to work with the earth, such as composting or foraging, to honor her connection to the cycles of nature.
  • Work with elemental magic and the Earth to connect to her goddess of spring side and work with the element of fire to connect to her Queen of the underworld side
  • Create a powder with crushed pomegranate seeds and rose petals to use as a transformative barrier for your space, especially around thresholds (check out my Pinterest page for a recipe).
  • Practice divination like scrying with a dark mirror or using flower petals, asking Persephone to reveal hidden truths.
  • Ask her to join in spring traditions like Ostara or Beltane, or create new ones tied to cycles of renewal and release.
  • Transform your space with seasonal decor, using flowers in spring and darker tones in fall to honor her duality.
  • Plant and grow a garden with flowers associated with her, like narcissus or roses, to connect with her springtime energy.
  • Ask for her protective energy to embrace you during inner child healing, helping you rebirth aspects of yourself.
  • Pray, sing, or chant to Persephone during rituals involving growth, death, or transformation.
  • Cast creativity spells, invoking her as a goddess of renewal to inspire new ideas and projects.
  • Share stories of her myth, especially the Eleusinian Mysteries, to honor her legacy of transformation.
  • Dedicate a space in your garden or home to her by placing a statue or image of her nearby, or draw her sigils on stones to place there.
  • Ask for her guidance to balance your light and shadow selves, especially during stable Taurus season.
  • Invite her into your space during times of renewal, like the start of spring, to bring growth and transformation.
  • Use a gratitude practice to cultivate appreciation for the cycles of life and death in your journey.
  • Compile a collection of rituals or meditations inspired by her story in a journal to honor her.
  • Create a spell jar for transformation, renewal, or ancestral healing, including pomegranate seeds and black tourmaline.
  • Wear her sigil on your skin or as jewelry during transitional seasons like spring and fall to carry her energy with you.
  • Take a vow to honor one cycle of change in your life, such as a 30-day release ritual, trusting her to guide you.
  • Welcome growth into your life, asking Persephone to help you bloom after periods of darkness.
  • Use her underworld energy to release old wounds by burying symbolic items in the earth and planting flowers over them.
  • Prioritize self-transformation, using her energy to boost your resilience and connection to your inner cycles.
  • Decide to do a set timeframe, like 30 days, of working with flower magic to connect with her springtime energy.
  • Spend time in nature during spring, hosting a ritual or meditation in a blooming field to honor her.
  • Practice generosity by planting trees or flowers in your community in her name, honoring her role in growth and renewal.

Offerings for Persephone

Offerings are a beautiful way to honor Persephone, whether on your altar or in nature. Follow your intuition, and offer them during rituals, meditations, or seasonal celebrations.

  • Pomegranate seeds or juice
  • Spring flowers (narcissus, roses)
  • Black or white candles
  • Wine or honey
  • Wheat or seeds
  • Crystals like garnet or onyx
  • Poems or art you create for her
  • A small mirror or torch figurine

Ritual to Claim Your Sovereign Power

This ritual calls on Persephone to help you claim your power through integration of light and shadow, perfect for when you’re ready to step into your sovereignty.

Materials:

  • Two candles (white for spring, black for the underworld)
  • a pomegranate
  • a small mirror
  • a journal
  • pen

Steps:

 1. Find a quiet space and place the candles, pomegranate, and mirror before you. Light the candles and breathe deeply, grounding yourself.  

  2. Call on Persephone: “Persephone, queen of light and shadow, I seek your strength to claim my power.”

Visualize her standing at a threshold, holding a pomegranate.  

  3. Break open the pomegranate, eat a seed (or touch it to your lips), and say: “I choose my power, as you chose yours.”  

  4. Look into the mirror, seeing the candlelight reflect your dual nature. Ask: “What power am I ready to claim?”

Listen for her guidance.  

  5. Journal your insights, writing affirmations of your sovereignty.  

  6. Thank Persephone and offer the remaining seeds to the earth, extinguishing the candles.  

Why work with Persephone?

Persephone’s story is a journey of evolution, a reminder that true power comes from embracing all parts of ourselves. She’s not a victim but a queen who chose her path, who loves fiercely, and who rules with strength. Working with her connects you to the cycles of life and death, helping you bloom through your darkest seasons. She teaches us that transformation isn’t about rejecting the shadow—it’s about integrating it, claiming our sovereignty, and evolving into our fullest selves. Persephone’s magic has transformed my life, and I know she can guide you too.

If you want to deepen your knowledge about Persephone or if you prefer to learn by listening instead of reading check out my class on YouTube below.

A fundamental pillar of Paganism is working with the deities that one believes in. While all practicing Pagans have varying beliefs about the gods and goddesses, most agree that honoring their deities is a great way to connect with them and further their spiritual goals. But, again remember not every pagan works with deities. Also remember there are literally thousands of different deities out there in the multiverse and which ones you choose to honor will often depend significantly upon what pantheon your spiritual path follows. This eBook will walk you thru the different ways to view deities, what a deity can be, and the basics to start building a deep meaningful relationship with one.

Join me on Patreon, where my Deity a Day series explores deities like Persephone with rituals and insights!
Initiate’s Path course** ($77 early bird) weaves deity magic into your life over 6 weeks—DM me or watch for the landing page to enroll.
About Me

I am Kayreign, the Divine Oracle of the Gods and Keeper of Mysteries, a solitary grey magic practitioner with over 15 years of experience walking the sacred paths of the unseen. As a mystic and relentless seeker of all knowledge, I weave together the threads of every magical tradition—light and dark, ancient and modern—to uncover the universal truths that bind us to the cosmos. My mission is to restore and re-enchant magic in this realm, igniting its spark in every soul I encounter, and guiding you to embrace the full spectrum of your being.

My work is rooted in the power of duality, honoring the dance between shadow and light as equal partners in your spiritual journey. I hold space for you to explore all magic paths and practices, drawing from the vast tapestry of mystical wisdom to help you uncover your unique magic and sacred contracts. As the Divine Oracle of the Gods, I channel divine insights to illuminate your path; as the Keeper of Mysteries, I guide you into the depths of the unknown, where true transformation awaits.

When you work with me, you’ll learn to live in energetic balance, embracing your darkness as a source of power, not just a stepping stone to the light. I’ll hold up a mirror to reflect your authentic self—unmasked, raw, and whole—inviting you to face your past wounds, traumas, and hurts with courage. Together, we’ll alchemize every chapter of your story, dark and light, into a blazing internal flame that lights your way on even the coldest nights. Through this process, you’ll find alignment with your purpose, release what holds you back, and step fully into your power.

Come join me for community, knowledge, and to restore the enchantment of magic in yourself and life today!

Shop Now!

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Anchor into the Earth’s Embrace for Security and Pleasure Under the Taurus New Moon

The new moon in Taurus on April 27, 2025, arrives to bathe us in a grounding, sensual energy that invites us to root deeply into the earth and cultivate lasting abundance. This new moon, nestled in the steadfast, nurturing, and pleasure-seeking earth sign of Taurus, offers a sacred moment to plant seeds of stability, self-worth, and beauty in our lives. New moons are always a time to start fresh, set intentions, and envision your future—but this Taurus new moon, coming just after Earth Day, doubles as a powerful opportunity to connect with the natural world and honor your own worth. For me, this moon feels especially significant after my recent journey of embracing winter’s magic in Minnesota, as it continues the theme of aligning with nature’s cycles and finding peace in stillness.

Taurus is all about grounding, luxury, and the appreciation of life’s simple pleasures. This new moon encourages us to slow down, savor the moment, and build a foundation for long-term growth. As a sign ruled by Venus, the planet of love and beauty, Taurus reminds us to prioritize self-care, indulge in sensory delights, and cultivate a deep sense of self-worth. This new moon is the time to connect with the most stable, abundant version of yourself—the one that makes you think, “I am worthy of all the beauty and richness life has to offer.” Let this New Moon in Taurus anchor you in the earth’s embrace, helping you manifest a life of security, pleasure, and enduring growth.

New moon what it is and why we honor it

Every month, the new moon ushers us into a fresh cycle, a moment to pause, reflect, and set intentions. Before we dive into Taurus’s earthy magic, let’s ground ourselves in the essence of the new moon itself. This lunar phase is a time to cleanse your energy, set intentions for the cycle ahead, and plant the seeds of what you wish to manifest. But intentions alone aren’t enough—you must pair them with action and energy to bring them to life. The new moon supports you in this process, offering a fertile space for new ideas, beginnings, and growth.

Historically, our ancestors honored the new moon as a time of rest and renewal, using the darkness of the night sky to reflect and plan, much like they did during seasonal shifts. Think of your intentions as seeds you’re planting now, to be nurtured over the lunar cycle and harvested by the full moon. Each new moon carries its own unique magic, influenced by the zodiac sign it falls in. To learn more about working with the new moon, check out my previous blog post here. For a deeper dive into lunar magic, explore my comprehensive guide here, or watch my class on YouTube with Divination Academy here!

Taurus: The Sign of Grounding and Abundance

Each new moon is amplified by the zodiac sign it occupies, and this time, we’re blessed with the steady, sensual energy of Taurus. So, who is Taurus?

Taurus, symbolized by the bull, is the second sign of the zodiac, governing those born between April 20 and May 20. As an earth sign ruled by Venus, Taurus embodies stability, beauty, and a deep connection to the physical world. It’s the sign of the gardener, the artist, and the lover of life’s pleasures—think blooming flowers, a warm meal, or the feel of soft grass beneath your feet. Taurus energy is slow, deliberate, and deeply rooted, encouraging us to build solid foundations for our dreams. It’s also a fixed sign, meaning it’s all about perseverance, loyalty, and seeing things through to the end.

Taurus Constellation

Taurus is one of largest constellations in the northern sky. The constellation is symbolized by the bull’s head. Not only that it is one of the oldest constellations and one of the first ones to spoken and written about. Its history dates back to the Bronze Age .It sits in the evening sky close to the famous constellation Orion and it includes a famous star cluster the pleidess.

According to Greek mythology, the constellation Taurus was placed in the sky by the god Zeus. That’s because Zeus changed himself into a beautiful white Bull to win the affections of the Phoenician princess Europa. After Europa hopped onto the Bull’s back, the Bull swam across the Mediterranean Sea, taking Europa all the way to the island of Crete. Later, Zeus and Europa became the parents of Minos, the legendary king of Crete. In another Greek myth, Zeus’s wife, Juno, changed her lover, Io, into a heifer or bull to hide her from Zeus

Meanwhile, the Zuni of New Mexico used the Pleiades cluster as an agricultural calendar. When the Pleiades – which the Zuni called the Seed Stars – disappeared into the western dusk in spring, they knew it was safe to plant their seeds, as the danger of frost had passed.

Now for the oldest myth I can find. In Babylonian mythology, the bull was known as the Heavenly Bull, or MUL.APIN. This constellation is connected to the story of Gilgamesh. He was the king of the Sumerian city state of Uruk. In the book The Epic of Gilgamesh, the king has to fight the Heavenly Bull. This animal was sent by the goddess Ishtar to kill Gilgamesh. She was so angry at him for not falling for her advances that she thought he deserved to die. Gilgamesh is considered to be represented by the constellation Orion, which is right next to Taurus. The story goes that they are still fighting their battle in the skies.

Taurus: The Sign of Sensuality and Stability

Taurus is the embodiment of earthy sensuality, ruled by Venus, the planet of love, beauty, and pleasure. This sign revels in the material world—think lush gardens, fine fabrics, and the scent of blooming flowers. Taurus energy is grounded, patient, and deeply connected to the body, encouraging us to slow down and savor life’s delights. As a fixed earth sign, Taurus is the rock of the zodiac, offering stability, reliability, and a steadfast commitment to growth.

This new moon in Taurus is a time to embrace your inner gardener, planting seeds that will grow into lasting abundance. Taurus, ruled by Venus, invites us to focus on self-love, beauty, and the creation of a secure foundation. We may feel a surge of desire to nurture ourselves, to indulge in sensory pleasures, and to build a life that feels both luxurious and stable. Use this energy to root deeply into your values, to honor your worth, and to cultivate a sense of peace that withstands life’s storms.

Taurus: The Sign of Self-Worth

Taurus rules the second house in astrology, often called the house of values and possessions. This house governs our relationship with money, self-worth, and the material world, reflecting how we build security and abundance in our lives. Taurus, as the ruler of this house, teaches us that true abundance begins with self-worth. This sign encourages us to value ourselves deeply, to recognize our inherent worth, and to create a life that reflects that value.

Taurus energy is a reminder that we are enough, just as we are. It’s the sign that helps us cultivate a strong sense of self-esteem, grounded in authenticity rather than external validation. During this new moon, focus on what makes you feel worthy, secure, and connected to your body and the earth. Taurus invites us to build a life that feels rich in every sense—emotionally, spiritually, and materially.

Themes of the Taurus New Moon

Every new moon carries themes tied to its zodiac sign, and this Taurus new moon is all about grounding, abundance, and self-worth. We’ll feel a deep pull to slow down, to root into the present moment, and to nurture ourselves with intention. This new moon is about building a foundation for lasting growth, indulging in life’s pleasures, and honoring our inherent value. If you’ve been neglecting your needs or doubting your worth, this is your cosmic invitation to prioritize yourself and create a life that feels secure and beautiful. Keep in mind that this new moon follows Earth Day, amplifying its earthy energy and encouraging us to deepen our connection with nature.

  • Grounding: Anchor yourself in the present and connect with the earth’s stability.
  • Abundance: Plant seeds for financial, emotional, and spiritual prosperity.
  • Self-Worth: Recognize your value and build a life that reflects it.
  • Sensuality: Indulge in sensory pleasures and honor your body.
  • Stability: Create a solid foundation for your dreams.
  • Patience: Embrace the slow, steady pace of growth.
  • Beauty: Surround yourself with beauty and create a life that feels luxurious.
  • Nurturing: Care for yourself and your environment with love.

What to Be Cautious Of With the Taurus New Moon

While Taurus energy is grounding and nurturing, it can also lead to stubbornness and resistance to change. Taurus loves comfort and stability, which might make us cling to old habits or routines, even when they no longer serve us. Be mindful of becoming too rigid—allow yourself to adapt and grow while staying rooted in your values. Additionally, Taurus’s love of luxury can tip into overindulgence, so balance your desire for pleasure with mindfulness and moderation.

This new moon also calls for balance between stability and growth. While Taurus encourages us to build a solid foundation, don’t let that anchor you into stagnation. Use this energy to create security, but remain open to new possibilities. As I’ve learned through my own journey with winter’s stillness, there’s magic in slowing down—but growth often requires us to step beyond our comfort zone, even in small ways.

Taurus and Duality

As a grey witch, I always seek the duality in every energy I work with, including the new moon and the zodiac sign it occupies. Let’s explore the duality of Taurus. On one hand, Taurus is nurturing, sensual, and grounded, offering a stable foundation for growth and a deep appreciation for life’s pleasures. This energy is perfect for cultivating self-worth, building abundance, and rooting into the present moment. On the other hand, Taurus can be stubborn and resistant to change, sometimes leading to stagnation or an overattachment to material comforts. This duality reminds us that while stability is essential, we must also remain flexible to evolve.

The new moon itself is a liminal space, embodying duality through its balance of light and shadow. It’s a time of beginnings, but those beginnings are born from endings—a cycle of death and rebirth. Just as I learned to embrace winter’s stillness as a precursor to spring’s renewal, this Taurus new moon invites us to find harmony between grounding and growing, between indulgence and discipline.

Correspondences for the Taurus New Moon

First, what is a correspondence? Correspondences are items or symbols that connect you to a specific energy, honoring and venerating it through representation. Below are correspondences for the Taurus new moon, but always trust your intuition when choosing what to work with. You can also use items associated with the moon itself.

  • Planet: Venus
  • Animal: Bull
  • Element: Earth
  • Sex: Feminine
  • Modality: Fixed
  • Symbol: The Bull
  • Colors: Green, pink, gold, brown
  • Motto: I have
  • Chakra: Heart
  • Herbs: Rose, patchouli, thyme, yarrow, mint, vanilla, basil, mugwort
  • Stones/Crystals: Rose quartz, emerald, malachite, jade, lapis lazuli, sapphire, rhodonite
  • Tarot: The Hierophant
  • House: Second House

How to Connect to the Taurus New Moon

Now that we’ve explored the grounding, abundant energy of this Taurus new moon, let’s discuss how to connect with it. Start with your foundational lunar practices, like charging your crystals, making moon water, and resetting your altar, as outlined in my previous blog post here.

This new moon in Taurus highlights magic related to abundance, self-worth, grounding, and sensuality. You can also tap into the energy of spring, growth, and nurturing, especially after Earth Day. Below are some ideas to inspire you, but follow your intuition. For more lunar magic tips, check out my Pinterest page here.

  • Grounding rituals with the earth (e.g., walking barefoot on grass)
  • Abundance spells for financial or emotional prosperity
  • Self-worth affirmations and mirror work
  • Sensual magic (e.g., a ritual bath with rose petals and vanilla)
  • Create a goal board for a life of beauty and stability
  • Perform some sex magic with a partner or solo for manifestation
  • Plant literal seeds using seed magic (learn more in my Ostara guide or on Patreon here )
  • Journal about your values and what makes you feel worthy
  • Meditate with rose quartz to open your heart chakra
  • Cook a nourishing meal with intention, honoring Taurus’s love of food
  • Perform a grounding ritual by hugging a tree
  • Create a spell jar for abundance or self-love
  • Do a tarot reading with The Hierophant card as your focus
  • Cleanse your space with a simmer pot of thyme and mint
  • Practice self-care with a luxurious ritual (e.g., a facial or massage)
  • Work with the bull in meditations or spell work
  • Lunar magic with an emphasis on nurturing
  • Elemental magic with the element of earth
  • Refresh your altar with green candles and rose quartz
  • Spend time in nature, connecting with the spring blooms
  • Write down your long-term goals for stability and growth
  • Heal past wounds around self-worth through shadow work (see my eBook here, book a 1:1 session Here.

Shadow Work Questions for the Taurus New Moon

Taurus is a sign of self-worth and abundance, making this new moon a potent time for reflective shadow work. This is the moment to sit with yourself, listen to your inner dialogue, and explore what makes you feel grounded and worthy. Imagine this new moon as a catalyst for building a life of stability and beauty, where you honor your value and plant seeds for lasting growth. Use these prompts to reflect, journal, and set intentions that align with Taurus’s energy.

 If you would like to learn more about shadow work you can purchase my eBook here;  you can book me for a 1:1 session as your guide here; and you can watch my free class previously taught on it through Divination here.

  • What makes me feel truly worthy, and how can I cultivate more of that in my life?
  • Where in my life do I feel abundant, and where do I feel lack?
  • How can I slow down and savor the present moment more fully?
  • What material or emotional comforts am I clinging to that no longer serve me?
  • How can I honor my body and its needs right now?
  • What does a stable, secure life look like for me?
  • Where in my life am I resisting change, and how can I embrace growth?
  • What sensory experiences bring me joy, and how can I incorporate more of them?
  • How can I build a stronger foundation for my dreams?
  • What past wounds around self-worth need healing, and how can I start?
  • How do I define beauty in my life, and how can I create more of it?
  • What values are most important to me, and how can I live in alignment with them?
  • How can I nurture myself and my environment more deeply?
  • What does abundance mean to me beyond material wealth?
  • How can I balance my desire for comfort with my need for growth?
  • What steps can I take to feel more grounded and connected to the earth?

Final Thoughts for the Taurus New Moon

As the Taurus New Moon on April 27, 2025, bathes us in its earthy glow, let it be a reminder of the power we hold to root deeply into our worth and cultivate a life of abundance. This lunar cycle invites us to slow down, to honor the beauty in the present moment, and to build a foundation that supports our dreams for years to come. Just as I found magic in the stillness of a Minnesota winter, connecting with beings like Calliech and the winter fae, you too can find profound growth in Taurus’s steady embrace. Take this time to nurture yourself, to plant seeds of prosperity, and to trust in the slow, sacred unfolding of your journey. The earth is holding you—how will you hold yourself?

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About Me

I am Kayreign, the Divine Oracle of the Gods and Keeper of Mysteries, a solitary grey magic practitioner with over 15 years of experience walking the sacred paths of the unseen. As a mystic and relentless seeker of all knowledge, I weave together the threads of every magical tradition—light and dark, ancient and modern—to uncover the universal truths that bind us to the cosmos. My mission is to restore and re-enchant magic in this realm, igniting its spark in every soul I encounter, and guiding you to embrace the full spectrum of your being.

My work is rooted in the power of duality, honoring the dance between shadow and light as equal partners in your spiritual journey. I hold space for you to explore all magic paths and practices, drawing from the vast tapestry of mystical wisdom to help you uncover your unique magic and sacred contracts. As the Divine Oracle of the Gods, I channel divine insights to illuminate your path; as the Keeper of Mysteries, I guide you into the depths of the unknown, where true transformation awaits.

When you work with me, you’ll learn to live in energetic balance, embracing your darkness as a source of power, not just a stepping stone to the light. I’ll hold up a mirror to reflect your authentic self—unmasked, raw, and whole—inviting you to face your past wounds, traumas, and hurts with courage. Together, we’ll alchemize every chapter of your story, dark and light, into a blazing internal flame that lights your way on even the coldest nights. Through this process, you’ll find alignment with your purpose, release what holds you back, and step fully into your power.

Explore my offerings—personalized shadow work sessions, womb healing, eBooks for self-guided growth, Tarot readings for divine guidance, and more—in my shop. Let’s journey together into the mysteries, where duality becomes your greatest ally, and magic becomes your birthright.

Come join me for community, knowledge, and to restore the enchantment of magic in yourself and life today!

Shop Now!

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Living with Multiple Personalities – A Journey of Strength and Struggle

At modgepodgemystic.com and inside the mystic mysteries, we weave magic into the everyday, embracing the sacred in all its forms. Today, I’m opening my heart to share a deeply personal reflection on living with multiple personalities, also known as Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). This is not just a condition—it’s a way of being that carries profound strengths, unique perspectives, and, yes, real challenges. My hope is to shed light on what it’s like, to dispel fear, and to honor the beauty and complexity of this experience.

The Chameleon’s Gift: A Strength Like No Other

Living with multiple personalities is like being a chameleon, adapting to life’s demands in ways others might not. Each personality, or alter, brings its own lens, skills, and energy to the table. One might be bold and outspoken, navigating conflict with ease, while another is gentle and nurturing, offering comfort in quiet moments. This adaptability is a survival superpower. Where others might falter under pressure, we shift, drawing on the strengths of different alters to meet the moment. It’s a resilience born from necessity, honed by years of navigating a world that can feel overwhelming.

This multiplicity allows us to experience life from many facets, like a prism refracting light into a spectrum of colors. One alter might revel in the intellectual thrill of a debate, while another finds joy in the tactile magic of planting seeds in the earth, as we explored in our Persephone’s Renewal Rite inside the patreon. Each perspective enriches our understanding of the world, giving us a kaleidoscope of experiences that deepen our empathy and creativity. We don’t just live life—we live it in layers, tasting its complexity through different eyes.

The Shadows: Struggles of Memory and Misunderstanding

But this gift comes with shadows. One of the hardest struggles is memory. When alters switch, time can slip away, leaving gaps that feel like missing pages or entire chapters in a book. I might recall a conversation vividly as one alter, only to find another has no memory of it. I might recall an event or entire year as one altar. While another may keep those events and years all to themselves for protection. Some altars may never come forward again leaving everything they experienced as a mystery, like me having no memories before the age of 10. These gaps can make daily life a puzzle, piecing together what happened when and who was present. It’s disorienting, and it takes patience—both with myself and with those around me—to navigate.

Then there’s the ache to be understood. The moment someone hears “multiple personalities,” fear or judgment often creeps in, fueled by media portrayals of violence or chaos. But we’re not dangerous or “crazy.” We’re people, just like you, with more than one voice sharing the same body. Each alter is a part of me, not a threat. What I long for is curiosity, not fear—a willingness to meet each part of me as a unique person with their own story. I want to share that I’m not one-dimensional; I’m a chorus, and each voice has something to offer.

The Quiet Shifts: Not Always Dramatic

Discovering I had multiple personalities was its own journey. It wasn’t marked by dramatic shifts or cinematic moments. It stayed hidden for quite some time. For many of us, alters don’t announce themselves with fanfare. The changes can be subtle—a shift in tone, a different way of holding my body, or a sudden preference for a food I usually dislike. If you don’t spend every day with me, you might not even notice another alter has stepped forward. Figuring out this was happening took time, introspection, and often, the gentle observations of those closest to me. It’s like learning to read a map of your own soul, tracing the contours of each alter’s presence.

Not all of us have stark, obvious switches. Some alters blend seamlessly, coexisting in a quiet dance. This subtlety can make it harder to explain or validate our experience, especially when the world expects something more theatrical. But it’s real, and it’s ours.

Embracing the Magic of Multiplicity

Living with multiple personalities is a sacred journey. Each alter is a thread in the tapestry of who I am, and learning to honor them is an act of self-love. I’m not broken; I’m multifaceted, a living ritual of adaptation and survival.

To those reading this, I invite you to see us not as a mystery to fear, but as a community of souls within one body. Ask questions. Listen. Meet each alter with the same openness you’d offer a new friend. And if you’re walking this path yourself, know that your multiplicity is a strength—a chameleon’s gift, a prism’s light.

Six DBT Skills to Support Yourself if You Suspect You Have DID

If you’re beginning to suspect you might have DID, the journey of understanding yourself can feel both sacred and overwhelming. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers practical tools to ground, regulate, and explore your inner world with compassion. These six DBT skills, infused with gentle magic can help you navigate this path. (Note: These are supportive practices, but a professional diagnosis and therapy are key for clarity and care.)

1.Mindfulness: Observe Without Judgment
Practice noticing your thoughts, feelings, or behaviors without labeling them as “weird” or “wrong.” If you sense a shift in your mood or perspective, pause and breathe, like you’re sitting by the Sauk River from our recent meditation. Ask, “What am I feeling? Who might be present?” Write it down to track patterns over time. This builds awareness of potential alters without fear.

2. Distress Tolerance: TIPP Skill
When dissociation or memory gaps feel intense, use the TIPP skill (Temperature, Intense exercise, Paced breathing, Progressive relaxation). Splash cold water on your face or hold an ice cube to ground yourself in the present, like connecting to Mother Earth’s energy. This can help you stay anchored during overwhelming moments.

3. Emotion Regulation: Check the Facts
If you feel confused or upset by a possible switch, pause to “check the facts.” Ask, “What triggered this feeling? Is it tied to a memory or a specific alter?” This helps you separate emotions from assumptions, creating space to understand your inner system without panic.

4. Interpersonal Effectiveness: DEAR MAN
Communicating with loved ones about your experiences can be hard. Use DEAR MAN (Describe, Express, Assert, Reinforce, Mindful, Appear confident, Negotiate) to share calmly. For example, “I’ve noticed I sometimes lose time or act differently. I’m exploring this and would love your support.” This fosters understanding without confrontation.

5. Wise Mind: Balance Emotion and Logic
When exploring DID, tap into your “wise mind” by blending emotion (how you feel) with reason (what you know). Journal questions like, “What do I sense about my inner parts? What do I need to learn?” This helps you approach your multiplicity with curiosity, like Elen of the Ways guiding a new path.

6. Self-Soothing: Create a Comfort Kit
Build a small kit with grounding items—a crystal, a scented oil like rosemary from our Ward of Reflection spell, or a soft fabric. When you feel disconnected, use these to soothe yourself, inviting all parts of you to feel safe.

These skills are like seeds planted in your soul’s soil—nurture them daily, and they’ll grow into tools for self-compassion and clarity. Always seek support from a therapist trained in dissociation to guide your journey.

Supporting Someone You Think May Have DID: Tips for Loved Ones


If you suspect someone close to you might be living with DID, your support can be a beacon on their path. Here are five tips, rooted in the open-hearted spirit of Cauldron Clarity, to help you connect with them compassionately and foster understanding.

1. Approach with Curiosity, Not Assumptions
Instead of assuming what their experience is like, ask gentle, open-ended questions like, “I’ve noticed you seem different sometimes—can you share what that’s like for you?” Avoid referencing media stereotypes about DID. Treat their experience as unique, like a ritual unfolding in its own time.

2. Be Patient with Memory Gaps
If they forget conversations or events, don’t take it personally. Memory gaps are common with DID. Offer gentle reminders without judgment, like, “We talked about this yesterday—want me to fill you in?” This builds trust and patience.

3. Learn Their System (If They Share)
If they’re open about their alters, take time to learn about each one’s preferences, triggers, or roles. You might say, “I’d love to know more about who I’m meeting today.” This shows respect for their multiplicity, like honoring different facets of Mother Earth’s energy.

4. Create a Safe, Predictable Environment
DID often stems from trauma, so consistency helps. Keep routines stable and communicate plans clearly to reduce stress. If they seem dissociated, offer grounding cues, like, “Let’s sit and feel the ground beneath us together,” echoing the grounding rituals we share.

5. Encourage Professional Support Without Pressure
Gently suggest seeking a therapist experienced in DID, framing it as self-care, not a fix. Say, “I’ve read that a dissociation specialist can help explore this—would you like me to help find one?” This supports their journey without pushing, like guiding a seed to sprout in its own time.

Your presence as a non-judgmental ally can be a powerful gift. Educate yourself through reputable resources (like the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation) and keep showing up with love and openness.

Thank you for being part of the mystic mysteries community. For supporting my site and the different facets of us. Let’s keep weaving magic together, embracing all the facets of who we are. Share your thoughts below or join us on Patreon.com/TheMysticMysteries for more rituals and reflections.

With love and clarity
Kayreign, keeper of mysteries, divine oracle, and multifaceted being.

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About me: I am Kayreign, the Divine Oracle of the Gods and Keeper of Mysteries, a solitary grey magic practitioner with over 15 years of experience walking the sacred paths of the unseen. As a mystic and relentless seeker of all knowledge, I weave together the threads of every magical tradition—light and dark, ancient and modern—to uncover the universal truths that bind us to the cosmos. My mission is to restore and re-enchant magic in this realm, igniting its spark in every soul I encounter, and guiding you to embrace the full spectrum of your being.

My work is rooted in the power of duality, honoring the dance between shadow and light as equal partners in your spiritual journey. I hold space for you to explore all magic paths and practices, drawing from the vast tapestry of mystical wisdom to help you uncover your unique magic and sacred contracts. As the Divine Oracle of the Gods, I channel divine insights to illuminate your path; as the Keeper of Mysteries, I guide you into the depths of the unknown, where true transformation awaits.

When you work with me, you’ll learn to live in energetic balance, embracing your darkness as a source of power, not just a stepping stone to the light. I’ll hold up a mirror to reflect your authentic self—unmasked, raw, and whole—inviting you to face your past wounds, traumas, and hurts with courage. Together, we’ll alchemize every chapter of your story, dark and light, into a blazing internal flame that lights your way on even the coldest nights. Through this process, you’ll find alignment with your purpose, release what holds you back, and step fully into your power.

Explore my offerings—personalized shadow work sessions, womb healing, eBooks for self-guided growth, Tarot readings for divine guidance, and more—in my shop. Let’s journey together into the mysteries, where duality becomes your greatest ally, and magic becomes your birthright.

Come join me for community, knowledge, and to restore the enchantment of magic in yourself and life today!

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