Tag Archives: meditation

Overview of the Lesson: 8 – Personal Practice

Posted on December 1, 2014 by themagickalpen

Do not wait; the time will never be “just right.” Start where you stand, and work with whatever tools you may have at your command, and better tools will be found as you go along. … George Herbert … Developing … Continue reading →

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A Name By Any Other Name

Posted on November 17, 2014 by themagickalpen

What’s in a name? that which we call a rose- by any other name would smell as sweet; (Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare) Taking a Craft Name There are many reasons to take a craft name and many ways … Continue reading →

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A Simple Grounding Meditation-Lesson Seven

Posted on November 1, 2014 by themagickalpen

Sitting in a place where you will not be disturbed, begin by using the Four-Fold breathing technique. When you feel you have established a regular breathing pattern, turn on the recording or listening to your inner dialogue move through the steps … Continue reading →

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Foundations of Practice: Meditation Lesson #4

Posted on August 20, 2014 by themagickalpen

Foundations of Practice: Lesson Four Meditation A Pathworking of the Seasons Find a quiet space where you will not be disturbed and sit comfortably allowing your breath to establish an even and relaxed rhythm. Make note of any tension you … Continue reading →

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Foundations of Practice: Lesson Four

Posted on August 1, 2014 by themagickalpen

Journaling The Passage of Time The first step in learning more about and experiencing the Sabbats is to begin collecting information about each of the Sabbats as they occur. Look in books or on the internet and explore how differently people celebrate … Continue reading →

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Meditation:Foundations of Practice-Lesson 3

Posted on July 15, 2014 by themagickalpen

Sitting with Deity A Meditation of Opening This week’s focus is on simply opening to connect with Deity. If you have a specific Deity you wish to connect with or already have connection to, focus your intent on simply “being” … Continue reading →

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