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The Magic of Narcissus

 

Shaped like trumpets, narcissus (also known as daffodils), are among the very first flowers of spring. They announce the new season, with their bright yellow petals bringing cheer.

Synonymous with early spring, narcissus represents rebirth, renewal, beginnings, fertility, vibrancy and hope. 

To me, they are also equivalent with Aries- the first sign in the zodiac which is an initiator, strong, fiery and forward moving.  

And like an innocent maiden, narcissus is bright, cheerful, and beautiful yet not pretentious.

Some varieties of narcissus are unscented, and the ones that are scented (usually the small ones) are ethereally sweet. Tess Whitehurst (author of “The Magic of Flowers”) describes its quality well: 

“If you simply relax and tune in after inhaling his fresh fragrance, you’ll receive a wordless, organic sermon on the sweetness and magic of life. The floodgates to the miraculous will be lifted for you, and beings of light and love will whisper messages of hope and renewal from just beyond the veil. Even if you aren’t consciously aware of it, it is happening."

 

The Origins and Meaning of the Name

 

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Narcissus is the name of a beautiful youth in Greek mythology. Forest nymphs admired his beauty and fell in love with him, but he was too self-absorbed to have any interest in them and he rejected them.

One day, he saw his reflection for the first time in a pool of water, and was transfixed  and enamoured by his own image. This led to his demise, and some versions of the story say a narcissus flower (named after him) was found in the place where he had died. 

Based on its name, it is not surprising that narcissus is held to be a flower that encourages self-love. 

It is supposed that “narcissus” is derived from “narkeo” in Greek, which means “numbness”- referring to the flower’s narcotic effect. It is indeed an intoxicating flower, and needs to be handled and used with care. 

 

Magical Uses


According to Tess Whitehurst, here are the magical uses of narcissus: 

Connection to the Otherworld
It is held that the in-between times are times when the veil between worlds is thin. Therefore, this springtime flower could connect us with beings beyond this realm.

Freedom from the Past

Present-Moment Awareness

Reclaiming Personal Power

Self-Love

Spiritual Refreshment

Romantic Love
By strengthening our love for ourselves, we are better able to strengthen our relationships with others.

 

Ideas for Working Magically with Narcissus


-Gift someone with a bouquet of narcissus to bring them cheer. Or give the gift to yourself! 

-There is a belief that if you put a bouquet on your nightstand, it will increase your fertility (for those who would like to conceive). Ooh la la! 

-Use narcissus essential oil and a base oil (like jojoba, sweet almond or olive) to create a natural perfume. Charge the bottle under a full moon in Aries. Use it to enjoy its sweet scent and to hold more self-love, personal power and/or vitality. Remember not to use too much! 

-Plant narcissus bulbs in a pot or in your garden with the intention to grow your self-love.

-Keep the flowers near you (in your garden or a bouquet at home) or take it as a flower essence for self-love. 

-Get a bouquet of scented narcissus (paper whites are perfect) to enjoy their heavenly scent and receive a “wordless sermon” from beyond the veil.

PostedApril 5, 2018
AuthorElizabeth Brucia
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Ten Ways to Celebrate Imbolc "Season"

Imbolc is a pagan holiday that was a few days ago for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, but I feel that its power and meaning still applies in the next few weeks ahead.

Imbolc is the mid-way point between the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox, and this transition lasts for the period leading into the next phase. 

This time is about starting to purify and “lighten up” as we move towards a bright, new spring season. In the winter, we are less active and hunker down with shelter, heavy foods and heavy clothes. In the spring is when we start to go outside more, become more mobile, and need to lessen our load in order to do so. 

Here are some ideas for how to celebrate and take advantage of this time: 

 

Wear White: 

Wear lots of white to symbolize and activate purification. You can wear a white bathrobe, white sleepwear, white top, use white towels... you get the idea!  

 

Take Hot Baths and Drink Lots of Tea: 

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Brigid is the main goddess that is associated with this time, and she is a deity linked to fire and water, and healing springs and wells. Fire and Water are cleansers. Take a salt bath with lavender, lemon and rosemary. Drink tea with the intention to purify. And just drink lots of water! 

 

Visit a Healing Spring or Well: 

Glastonbury is strongly associated with Brigid. It has sacred red and white springs, and is a perfect destination for Imbolc. Another great option is in Bath where there is a hot spring and lovely spa to immerse in the healing waters of local Celtic goddess Sulis (who is very similar to Brigid).

 

Do a Deep Clean and Decluttering in your Home:

Are you feeling overdue for this task? This is an effective way to move stuck energy.

 

Do a Cleanse or “Fast” of Some Sort: 

Take a time period to just eat simple, pure foods or have some fresh juices (warm them a bit if it feels appropriate). Maybe even do a fast if that feels right. 

 

Food is not the only thing we can “fast” from, though. Do you feel you could use another kind of fast, like a social media or chocolate fast? This is a perfect time to take a break! You could commit to doing it for 40 days during Lent (Feb 14th to March 29th), or whenever and however long feels suitable for you. 

 

Let Go of Something:

Is there something that no longer feels appropriate to have in your life? Is there anything you could change in order to no longer be stuck or stagnant? This is a great time for letting go! 

 

Start to Take In More “Light”: 

As the days are getting longer, more light is coming in. Take in more light to align with the season. Visualise yourself taking in solar light, meditate with a citrine, or light some candles and gaze into the flame. Taking walks outside in the daylight hours is also great for this purpose, of course!

 

Dance:

Dancing is a wonderful way to move energy- and it’s so freeing and fun!

 

Do Something Creative:

Creativity is linked to fire and life force energy. Is there a creative activity you’ve been meaning to do? A writing project? Painting? Give it a go!

 

Laugh and/or Cry:

Laughter and tears are a form of release. Watch a movie, a show, a video clip or listen to a song that makes you laugh or cry. This is purifying, makes us more light, and helps us to shift. Powerful stuff!

 

Some Imbolc Correspondences: 

Goddesses: Brigid, Sulis, Uzume
Astrology Sign: Aquarius (the sign of the bridge)
Animals: Swans, Foxes, Ewes
Crystals: Citrine, Aventurine, Yellow Calcite

 

Thank you for reading. Happy Imbolc-time!!

Love and Blessings,
Ellie

PostedFebruary 7, 2018
AuthorElizabeth Brucia
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