new beginnings

  • Symbolism of Birch Trees: Exploring Their Meaning in Mythology

    This final post for New Beginnings focuses on the silver birch tree, rich in Celtic symbolism. The birch represents the beginning of spring and serves as a talisman for strength, sheltering other trees and supporting various life forms, embodying the… Continue reading

    Symbolism of Birch Trees: Exploring Their Meaning in Mythology
  • Art for Imbolc

    Come look at one of my abstract paintings! :) Continue reading

    Art for Imbolc
  • 5 Ways to Achieve Spiritual Fulfilment and Wellness

    Join me as I explore the concept of spiritual fulfilment and its importance in achieving overall wellness. It highlights personal values and connections to a greater purpose as essential elements. Suggestions for exploring spiritual fulfilment include meditation, connecting with nature,… Continue reading

    5 Ways to Achieve Spiritual Fulfilment and Wellness
  • Imbolc Approaches: Spring Healing and Protection

    Imbolc marks a time of renewal and new beginnings, rooted in the Irish goddess Brigid’s themes of wisdom and protection. With this seasonal change, we’re invited to embody the spring’s awakening through our own mindfulness and witchcraft practices. In this… Continue reading

    Imbolc Approaches: Spring Healing and Protection
  • Creative Reflections: Overcoming Fear and Finding My “Why” in Art

    It’s been a season of new beginnings, and my creative pursuits are no different. This week, I’m reflecting on my creative journey, from the challenges of impostor syndrome, to navigating the pressures of trends and algorithms. I hope I bring… Continue reading

    Creative Reflections: Overcoming Fear and Finding My “Why” in Art
  • 5 Ways to Understand Your Emotions

    This week, I want to connect the theme of new beginnings with developing emotional literacy. Reflecting on my own personal growth journey, and centred upon understanding my emotions, I’m sharing 5 strategies for developing an understanding of emotions. With the… Continue reading

    5 Ways to Understand Your Emotions
  • Crystals for New Beginnings

    As we continue with the theme of New Beginnings, I’ve chosen to explore the symbolism of crystals this week. Learn about five crystals that are perfect for new beginnings, and different ways to utilise crystals is your witchcraft and meditative… Continue reading

    Crystals for New Beginnings
  • A Journey with Abstract Art: Inky Landscapes

    In this post, I explore the acceptance of imperfection and self-expression in art. Through experimentation with ink and varied materials, I’ve been creating a lot of pieces recently, and I wanted to share my process with you. Come and join… Continue reading

    A Journey with Abstract Art: Inky Landscapes
  • 5 Winter Wellness Tips for Aligning with the Season

    This week, I’m sharing five tips for winter wellness: setting intentions, connecting with nature, embracing solitude, eating seasonal foods, and listening to the body’s needs. I hope you find some encouragement for engaging with reflection and personal growth during this… Continue reading

    5 Winter Wellness Tips for Aligning with the Season
  • 10 Ingredients for Purification Rituals

    This month’s theme is “New Beginnings” – perfect for engaging with purification rituals. Let’s explore some common ingredients for purification spells, all of which can be found in your local supermarket. Continue reading

    10 Ingredients for Purification Rituals
  • Raw Winter Images: Discovering Hope in Nature

    In this post, I share some of my favourite wintery images of hope. Continue reading

    Raw Winter Images: Discovering Hope in Nature
  • 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

    Balancing Body Messages in the New Year
  • 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

    Tarot for the Month Ahead: Four-Card Spread
  • 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

    5 Reflective Writing Prompts for the New Year
  • 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

    2024: The Year of the Endless Tower Moments