Category: Deities & Myth
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Divining the Underworld with Hades, Persephone, & Hel: Myth & the Gothic Series
This post explores the connections between Gothic literature and mythology, focusing on divine figures like Hades, Persephone, and Hel. These deities embody complex themes of death, transformation, and moral ambiguity that resonate within Gothic narratives. The ongoing series promises to uncover more mythological examples, highlighting their significance in examining the human experience.
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The Monster-Maker as Fortuneteller: Frankenstein & Gothic Divination
The post connects Mary Shelley’s work to fortunetelling, illustrating the dangers of seeking forbidden knowledge through Victor Frankenstein’s hubris. A tarot spread is suggested to explore personal ambitions and responsibilities.
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Sacred Monstrosity: Facing Inner Darkness with Myth (+ Journal Prompts & Tarot Spread)
As the season of monstrosity continues, we have a second musing on this theme, contemplating the journey to integrating the grotesque, gruesome, dreadful image we find in the mirror. (You can find the first pass here. This week, we specifically invite myth to function as that mirror. What breadth of god and goddess archetypes support…
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Inner Child Healing with Fairy Tales and Tarot
The human psyche thrives on stories that connect to deeper emotions, particularly regarding inner child healing. Integrating fairy tales and tarot facilitates understanding childhood wounds and fosters transformation. By exploring personal narratives through tarot symbolism, individuals can reconnect with their authentic selves, addressing trauma while embracing creativity, resilience, and joy.
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Harnessing Medusa’s Transformative Magic: A Guide for Tarot Practitioners
Medusa, often misunderstood as a monster, is reclaimed in modern spirituality as a powerful goddess symbolizing protection, transformation, and divine feminine rage. Her energy acts as a protective mirror, aiding in uncovering truths and navigating healing. Utilizing tarot and divination fosters connection with her transformative wisdom, guiding practitioners through spiritual growth.
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The Divine Feminine Under the Dark Moon: 4 Tarot Spreads for 4 (New) Moon Goddesses
The new moon represents introspection, new beginnings, and magical energy, guided by powerful goddesses like Hecate, Lilith, Kali, and Diana. Each goddess provides unique insights, rituals, and tarot spreads to support personal growth and transformation. Engaging with these deities enhances spiritual practices during this fertile lunar phase.
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Maman Brigitte: A Tarot Guide to Connecting with this Powerful Loa & Three Spreads to Get Started
This post introduces a new series on deity work and tarot, focusing on Maman Brigitte, the Vodou goddess of death and protection. It explores how tarot can help connect with her through various card interpretations and spreads, emphasizing respectful and ethical practices for establishing a spiritual relationship.
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