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Thedark goddess deals the cards of fate and teaches us tough life lessons. Surrender to her and you will receive her gifts of magical powers and peace for transformation. Here, Flavia Kate Peters, elemental, ancient magic expert and author, uncovers her secrets
MIND BODY & SPIRIT
1 EMBRACE THE FLOW
The energy of water is receptive, so allow it to heighten your intuition as you go with the flow and unwind. When other people’s negative emotions drain you, reflection can wash away emotional wounds and help you gain back your natural vitality and positive outlook.
Imagine the tide pulling back, drawing away with it any negative aspects or dark emotions. As the water pushes towards you, so it gifts you with new light, prosperity and positivity.
2 EXTINGUISH THE DARKNESS
The darkness can leave you feeling vulnerable and exposed, unable to spot any threats lurking in the shadows. However, it has also been a vessel of your experience, bringing you growth, understanding and, ultimately, wisdom. Acknowledge what you have gained from the period of darkness as you move forward into a brighter future.
3 PRACTISE CANDLE MAGIC
Light a black candle (which symbolises psychic protection) and address the dark Moon on March 19th by saying,‘I welcome you and all you bring. Fears to face, journey within. Now ready for a witch’s death. New life poised upon my breath.’
As the candle is extinguished, so is this stage of darkness.
4 UNDERSTAND YOUR GROWTH
Make a list of all the natural changes in your life that are unavoidable. Ask yourself if you are embracing these changes and, if so, how. Make another list of anything you feel is holding you back from moving forward. What could you easily let go of, and which things in your life would you find hard to release?
5 TAKE TIME TO REFLECT
Consider everything in your life that serves your highest purpose, including the people in your life. Remember these when you need inspiration and realise how far you’ve come.
6 FOLLOW THE BREEZE
The element of air is linked with the season of spring, representing a fresh start as the brisk wind blows off the cobwebs of winter. In magic, it is the element that stimulates the power of the mind and can bring back mental clarity from cloudy judgements. Think about what you would like to bring into your future. Imagine placing these intentions into a feather, watching as it drifts away towards a new begin
