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Book Review: The Aura + Chakra Healing Companion, by Kat Fowler
The Aura + Chakra Healing Companion: A Beginner’s Guide to Healing and Balancing Your Energy Body by Kat Fowler Publisher: Fair Winds Press (MA) 176 page hardback Release date: June 2024 I’d been looking forward to reviewing this book, and it was well worth the wait. Written for the novice, it is sprinkled with tips and tricks for more advanced readers as well. Starting with an easy Opening Meditation which helps the reader set her intentions for the exercise, the author gently proceeds to explain healing energy and the pathways to it. The chakras are interpreted and explored in simple language and lovely illustrations. You’ll learn how to clean and…
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Book Review: The Mindful Birder’s Journal, by Keith Paluso III
The Mindful Birder’s Journal: Record Your Observations of the Winged World by Keith Paluso III Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group, USA Inc. 160 page hardcover. Release date: April 2, 2024 This slender little volume is extremely portable. It will fit easily into a purse or backpack, right next to any, um, other stashes you might have tucked away in there… That’s a good thing, too, because you’ll want this book with you whenever you go birding. Very user friendly and accessible to those just starting out, it’s chock full of hints and guidelines. The “How to Use This Journal” section begins with “The Ten Minute Rule”, which will help you take…
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Book Review-The Little Book of Moon Magic by Francis Nightingale
Book Review The Little Book of Moon Magic By Francis Nightingale Publisher: Red Wheel 127 Page Hardcover Release Date: October 7th, 2024 The Little Book of Moon Magic is a cute, beautifully designed and illustrated hardback book on the Moon, its formation, phases, and how to work magic with all of that information! In short, this is a primer for beginners looking to work with the moon in their magic more. Covering multiple cultures, mythologies and traditions, anyone and everyone is sure to find gems of wisdom within its pages. Herbal teas, spells, meditations and other thoughtful exercises to use in correlation with certain moon phases are given as well, for…
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Book Review-Secrets of Romani Fortune Telling: Divining with Tarot, Palmistry, Tea Leaves & More by Paulina Stevens & Jezmina Von Thiele
Book Review Secrets of Romani Fortune Telling: Divining with Tarot, Palmistry, Tea Leaves & More By Paulina Sevens & Jezmina Von Thiele Publisher: Weiser Books 202 Page E-Book Release Date: October 7th, 2024 Secrets of Romani Fortune Telling is a an authentic, down to earth look at Romani traditions, culture, and divination styles. Cultural issues like the oppression of the Romani people (often referred to as gypsy, a derogatory and racist term), and other interesting tidbits of Romani culture are included, as well as appropriate ways to honor those traditions if you yourself don’t hail from that lineage. Ancestral wisdom graces the pages of this book from one of the author’s…
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Book Review: Heal Yourself Oracle
Title: Heal Yourself Oracle: Intuitive guidance to transform your soul Author: Inna Segal Illustrators: Cris Ortega and Drazenka Kimpel Publisher: Rockpool Publishing Release Date: April 2, 2024 Pages: 36 Cards and 96-Page Guidebook The “Heal Yourself Oracle” deciphers the darker as well as the lighter side of life with three dozen cards to help you get in touch with all aspects of yourself. The deck’s raw, emotional illustrations and unflinching text can trigger deep feelings. By delving into the different aspects of wellness, spirituality, love, relationships, and soulfulness – and not avoiding the delicate themes – Inna Segal seeks to empower readers. With this oracle, she encourages them to explore,…
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Book Review-The Astrology of Nations: Casting and Interpreting Charts for Nations, Politics and Economies by John Michael Greer
Book Review The Astrology of Nations: Casting and Interpreting Charts for Nations, Politics and Economies By John Michael Greer Publisher: Red Feather Mind Body Spirit 192 Page Hardcover Release Date: January 28th, 2025 After taking a short break for self-care and rest, I’m back and have a few reviews and at least one column to get out for you to peruse. So here goes… This one took me a little longer to read, but it did not disappoint! I’ve been longing to find a concise book on this subject that lays out what you need to know so you can start casting and interpreting charts for matters concerning world events,…
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Book Review-How To Read & Interpret a Birth Chart: Guideposts for Understanding Natal Astrology by Laurie Farrington
Book Review How To Read & Interpret a Birth Chart: Guideposts for Understanding Natal Astrology By Laurie Farrington Publisher: Weiser Books 263 Page Paperback Release Date: January 8th, 2025 How to Read & Interpret a Birth Chart: Guideposts for Understanding Natal Astrology is a jam-packed tome fit for beginner astrologers looking to finally dissect their (and their friends) birth charts. Farrington writes this from the perspective of a professional astrologer doing readings for others, and includes her tidbits of useful advice on ethical concerns as well as keeping the reading “human” so to speak, remembering that the person getting the reading has lived that potentially difficult life. This is quite frankly…
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Book Review-Brady’s Book of Fixed Stars: The Invisible Force and Influence of Constellations in the Natal Chart by Bernadette Brady
Book Review Brady’s Book of Fixed Stars: The Invisible Force and Influence of Constellations in the Natal Chart By Bernadette Brady Publisher: Weiser Books 487 Page Paperback Release Date: August 5th, 2024 At a whopping 487 pages, Brady’s Book of Fixed Stars is truly a fascinating tome of Astrological knowledge; to be clear, this is not a book fit for those just beginning their astrology journey, as the topics covered are complex, and the foundations of classical astrology need to be known and understood first. That said, if you’ve been looking to take your Astrology knowledge to the next level, this is the book for you. In ancient times, Astrology consisted more of…
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Book Review-In Focus: Shadow Work: Your Personal Guide by Stephanie Kirby
Book Review In Focus: Shadow Work: Your Personal Guide By Stephanie Kirby Publisher: Wellfleet Press 127 Page Hardcover + Foldout Wall Poster Release Date: July 2nd, 2024 In Focus: Shadow Work is the book I wish I had when I began my deep shadow work during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Alas, I have it now, and plan to utilize many of the new techniques and perspectives I found within the book. When people hear the term “Shadow Work” many of us tend to cringe, as it’s known to bring up many hurts and traumas we’d rather forget. There is, however, a silver lining if we do the work. The author refers to…
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Book Review: Herbal Houseplants, by Susan Betz
Herbal Houseplants by Susan Betz Publisher: Cool Springs Press 176 page paperback Release date: April 27, 2021 Before I picked up this book, my idea of indoor plants was strictly holiday poinsettias and free- standing philodendrons. Anything else belonged out on the deck or inside a greenhouse. Herbal Houseplants showed me what I was missing: Herbs. Botanically, an herb is a plant with a stem that doesn’t become woody. Historically it can be prized for scent, flavor or medicinal purposes. The author thinks of herbs as plants with possibilities. Indoor plants provide benefits. Herbs personalize the people-plant connection. The author wrote this book to showcase the peace and tranquility that can be…
