The Opaque Elephant
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Raw Winter Images: Discovering Hope in Nature
In this post, I share some of my favourite wintery images of hope. Continue reading
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Balancing Body Messages in the New Year
Balancing health goals in the New Year can be tough with all the pressure to change overnight. Instead of punishing regimes, try sustainable steps: approach weight loss with love, make gradual changes, and focus on long-term progress.. Remember, you only… Continue reading
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Tarot for the Month Ahead: Four-Card Spread
January is the perfect time for new beginnings. This simple 4-card tarot spread helps you set intentions for the month ahead, exploring themes, energies, and mindsets to embrace or leave behind. Tarot is a tool for reflection, so take a… Continue reading
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5 Reflective Writing Prompts for the New Year
Although it’s become a bit of a stereotype that we make resolutions in the New Year, it does seem like a natural moment to reflect and set intentions. Here are five prompts to help you get started with setting intentions… Continue reading
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2024: The Year of the Endless Tower Moments
2024 has been a year of immense change for me—what I’ve come to call my ‘Tower’ year, inspired by the tarot card that symbolizes upheaval and transformation. From leaving behind a teaching career that no longer aligned with my values… Continue reading
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Finding the Magic in the Mundane
As the year draws to a close, I take a moment to share images of seemingly mundane moments imbued with magic. With brief reflections on how I’ve found myself happier since embracing smaller moments of joy, I hope to spread… Continue reading
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The Magic of Symbolism in Art and Nature
Storytelling is at the heart of everything. When I engage with art – no matter the medium – I’m finding hidden images. In this post, I share how I bring these stories to life in my photography prints. Continue reading
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5 Simple Ways to Reduce Waste this Festive Season
Embrace a sustainable festive season with these five practical tips for reducing waste, from creative food leftovers to thoughtful regifting and upcycling ideas. Let’s celebrate without the guilt of overconsumption! Continue reading
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Daily Prompt: Moments of Happiness
When are you most happy? There are a few things I could cover when talking about my own happiness. A big thing for me the past eighteen months or so has been finding happy moments in small things – I… Continue reading
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Winter Solstice Witchcraft: Reflection, Creativity, and Renewal
Discover the magic of the Winter Solstice, a time for embracing transitions, cycles of renewal, and personal reflection. Explore its rich history and connection to Yule traditions while learning how to incorporate these themes into your witchcraft practice. Whether through… Continue reading
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Daily Prompt: Play & Fun
What was the last thing you did for play or fun? I think I’ll start engaging with these prompts more when I feel compelled to! I do a lot to heal my inner child, to go back to what made… Continue reading
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4 Sources of Winter Inspiration
It can be easy to forget little moments of inspiration around every corner when frost is nipping at your fingers. In this post, I explore four sources of winter inspiration for creatives. Continue reading
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5 Tips for Staying Body Positive During the Festive Season
Discover five tips for staying body positive during the festive season. Embrace indulgence without guilt, find joyful ways to move, and celebrate your body with gratitude. Learn how to balance celebration and self-kindness during the holidays. Continue reading
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11 Ingredients for Joy and Abundance
Discover 11 magical ingredients for inviting joy and abundance into your life. From almonds and cinnamon to oranges and pomegranates, these common kitchen items can enhance your spellwork and intention-setting. Learn creative ways to use them in rituals, simmer pots,… Continue reading
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Cycles: A Short Poem for Winter
Just sharing a poem I did over me experimenting with some watercolours. Continue reading
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