Step across the threshold of a brand-new month with me as we explore the magic, folklore, and rituals woven into the very first day of the calendar. From ancient Roman offerings to Juno, to whispering “rabbit, rabbit” for luck, to tucking silver into your pocket for abundance—this episode gathers traditions old and new to help you set the tone for the weeks ahead.

We’ll dive into practical witchcraft for the first of the month: abundance spells with cinnamon and money bowls, protective wards with black salt, cleansing rituals to sweep out stagnant energy, and reflective practices with tarot or oracle cards. Plus, I’ll guide you through making your own black salt and share affirmations to anchor your intentions in fresh beginnings.

Whether you’re seeking prosperity, protection, or simply a chance to reset, this episode invites you to honor the first of the month as a sacred doorway—and step through it with clarity, magic, and purpose.

Living the Spell: DIY black salt recipe & affirmation for fresh starts.

Affirmation:

As I step into this new month, I cross a threshold of fresh beginnings. I release what no longer serves me and open my heart to the blessings waiting to unfold. Abundance flows easily into my life, and I welcome it with gratitude. My homeis protected, my spirit is grounded, and my path is guided by clarity and purpose. Each day ahead is a chance to grow, to heal, and to create magic in both the ordinary and the extraordinary. I honor this new beginning, knowing I am supported, safe, and aligned with the flow of the universe.

In this first entry of the Apothecary Notes series, we wander into the fragrant world of lavender—a flower beloved by healers, witches, and dreamers across centuries. Together we’ll explore lavender’s rich folklore, from fairy circles and Tudor love charms to the eerie ghost of the Lavender Lady. We’ll uncover her magical uses in spells of protection, prophecy, and sleep, and learn how to weave her calming power into everyday rituals. And of course, we’ll dive into lavender’s medicinal gifts—soothing stress, easing pain, and healing both body and spirit.

Whether sipped as tea, tucked beneath your pillow, or burned as incense, lavender is a bridge between worlds: practical, protective, and profoundly magical.

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Step into the golden dawn with Apollo — radiant god of the sun, prophecy, music, healing, and truth. In this episode of Gods& Grimoire, we trace his myths from serpent-slaying to oracle-building, from doomed love stories to divine revelations. We explore Apollo’s dual nature as both healer and harbinger, creator and destroyer, artist and avenger.

You'll learn how to recognize his signs, work with his energy in your craft, and connect with his light through daily devotion, ritual, and reflection. Plus: a spoken spell and intentional teablend to carry Apollo’s fire with you long after the episode ends.

For the seekers, the singers, the truth-tellers, and the healers—this one's for you.

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