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Our ancestors before the modern era were closer to spirit in the natural world.  They not having access to a global community often used what was in the local area to its greatest potential. Seashells have a long history of use in magic. Seashells also have a long connection with the various sea gods and goddesses of many different cultures. Of course shells are the main focus of the Water Witch or Shell Magic practitioner.

Being born of the Ocean, all seashells share several properties including love, protection, and prosperity. These underlying properties are in addition to any specific properties of particular shells. All shells are often used in Drawing in things you desire.

Love - Aphrodite the Greek goddess of love uses the seashell as her symbol. Using Seashells in your workings or wearing them as jewelry is a way to attract a mate.  Use of seashell in hair ornaments are particularly effective in this method.

Protection -  A Shell is all about protection. It’s primary purpose is to keep the owners safe from passing predators. All Sea Shells have strong protective energies.

Prosperity - Many a culture used shells of different types as currency. From the Wampum of North America to the Cowrie shells or Africa and North America. These age old connections assist in money workings.  

Seashells in general are strongly associated with the Element of water. They are also associated with the Moon and the feminine divine.

We at Metaphysics ‘ A Spirited Space’ hope you found this guide useful. We are building a whole series of the introduction guides on the website to help assist others in their spiritual journey. As we always say, this is what works for us, if what we are saying contradicts your practices or does not feel right to you, just ignore those parts. If you would like to learn more, stop by our Facebook page and like and follow us for notifications when we write a new article.  https://www.facebook.com/metaphysicsShop/.

​We’re all excited for the upcoming January 31st Full Moon, Blue Moon, Blood Moon, however don’t forget that today begins the First Quarter or Waxing Half-Moon Phase!

The moon is in the Half-Moon phase which is the tipping point before it builds to the strength of the Full moon. Due to the nature of the “moment” of this moon phase it often, metaphysically speaking, is connected to dramatic change. It is arriving firmly at the critical point of no return. At times this means shedding old self limiting beliefs, habits, behaviors, fears that no longer serve you but this can also connect in the physical realm to possessions, jobs, hobbies, and even people.

This moon phase asks you the question - Are you ready to release that which no longer serves you and embrace change for personal growth?  

This is a wonderful time for positive affirmations and you will benefit greatly from thinking positively as this is a wonderful time for personal manifestation.

The New Moon brought us a fresh start and new beginnings but we now move into the phase that pushes forward our growth, learning, and creativity. Magic connecting with these ideas will be more likely to flourish under this moon phase. With this energy for unburdening ourselves of the “old” that holds us back First Quarter is a wonderful time for healing magic and magic involving transformation.

 Keep your eyes peeled for more spirited tips from our Spirited Space!
~ Lyndsey

​We wanted to share a new product we have for all our friends. After extensive formulation and testing, we have our own Smudging Spray. Just in time for the Back to School time and early enough to clean the dorm room of the prior occupants negative energies.

This smokeless spray can be used in the same fashion as our traditional white Sage, however this is perfect for people who cannot burn sage in their home/ apartment / dorm room. This is also a great product for those with breathing difficulties.

This Spray is our White Sage Spray. White Sage is the standard sage most people think of when doing a smudging, may use sageing and smudging interchangeably. White sage has great properties for removing negativity, cleansing, and protection. A Great property of Sage it that is beneficial to breathe as it has many antimicrobial properties. This comes in a 4 oz size, which will give you many a smudge.

Many a time, if someone has a bad reaction to sage, it is more the reluctance of the negative energies. Once a person is cleansed ( by any method) the aversion to sage goes as well.

The spray is made using various components including 100% pure Essential oils from ethical and sustainably harvested plants.

We have this product available in our Shop for pickup today, this can also be ordered through our website or Facebook shop if you are unable to travel to our Spirited Space. https://www.facebook.com/commerce/products/1651555824916964/

​We had a great day this past Saturday and again want to thank all who had attended our Day of Readers.
This week we have more awesomeness planned.
Thursday the 24th we have a class on Aromatherapy. This is a class that is free, but as it is very well received, we recommend you RSVP us at the shop, but reservations are not required. Class starts at 6:30 in the classroom at our Holistic wellness center.
Friday the 25th we have our monthly Reiki Round Table. A night open to all levels of Reiki practitioners. Come on out and share stories, energy and companionship. We talk about a wide array of subjects, and every month is a little different. If you are not a Reiki practitioner, talk to us about our classes of intro to Reiki or our various Classes and attunements we offer, so you too can participate. The round table kicks off at about 6:30, but if you are running a bit late, no worries.
Saturday the 26th is our class on Intuitive Tarot Reading. This is a paid class, and you must sign up by Friday 25th. Attendees will need to bring their own decks, and if you do not have one, no worries as we have many in the shop to purchase. The reason for needing your own deck is we will be helping to forge and strengthen the bond between the deck and you. Class starts at 3pm.
More information can be found on our Facebook events page. Please stop by the page, like us, and follow us on the events page so you can be up to date on all our classes, events and offerings. Hope to see you here or there sometime soon, be blessed in your journey.

We at Metaphysics ' A Spirited Space' Just had a great weekend with our Reiki 1 Class and attunement. While that was going on in the classroom, we had an all day Card Reader event with Vanessa's House of Tarot. We had 2 readers scattered about the grounds and they read for Donations, so it was affordable for everyone. We are looking at maybe doing this again this August, keep tuned!!!

This week, we have a slew of new Tarot Decks, Oracle Decks and other decks in the shop for your convenience. We have more displays and shelves up, all with awesome stuff. We have packed more items into the HALL OF HANGING AWESOMENESS. If you haven't been in the shop in little while, you should come on by and check it all out!!!

Class wise, we have the Group Meditation with Lyndsey on the Wednesday the 19th starting at 6:30. Come on out for a great experience.

We also have our Monthly Adult Zen color and Sip at the JV arts council in downtown Lewistown. This will be on Thursday the 20th. We will have a special attendee this month. Andy's mom will be visiting from Philly and will be very surprised to be the guest of honor at this event. There should be fun for all. That starts at 6:30 pm ish and runs till about 8pm. We supply everything but your beverage of choice.

On Friday the 21st, again starting at 6:30, we will also have our monthly Reiki Round Table and Share at our Center. We have a new class of Reiki level 1 people who we hope will be able to make it, it would be great for them to get to meet some other levels and masters and share some companionship and healing.

All our Classes have much more details list in the events section of the FB page. WE hope to see everyone at one or more of the said events, or stopping by the Shop!!!! ​

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Burning instructions for sticks:
Use a candle, match, or lighter to ignite your stick of Palo Santo.
Hold stick at about a 45 degree angle, pointing tip down towards the flame. 
Allow to burn for about thirty seconds to a minute.
Blow out flame on Palo Santo stick.
Use in a safe manner for your needs.

Burning instructions for chips or powder:
Place a whole or portion of a charcoal disk in a fireproof container.
Light disk using a Candle, match, or lighter.
Sprinkle a small amount of chips onto the disk.
Allow air flow over chips and disk to ensure burning
Use in safe manner for your needs.

Namaste` and greetings.
We at Metaphysics ' A Spirited Space' have what we hope is an interesting for you week ahead. We Have new products on the shelves awaiting your adoption.
For Classes we start with the premier of ISLAM - an Overview for Understanding, on Tuesday the 23rd. Starting at 6:30 PM this is a free class that talks about the history, trying to take out the mystery.
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On Wednesday the 24thwe have the relaxing Bi weekly Meditation with Lyndsey. Again this free class is made for everyone from beginner to master. The class starts at 6:30.
Thursday the 25th we are again at Three West for an Aromapendant Make and take class with the Juniata Arts Council. We will have all the materials to teach you how to make an awesome pendant or two. We will also have a selection of Aroma Therapy oils to check out and apply to the pendant. There is a material cost of $35 per person. Start time is 6:30, we have the room till 8:30 ish, so you will have plenty of creative time!
Friday the 26th we have Introduction to Aromatherapy. This free class will discuss aspects of Aromatherapy and how it can benefit you and your family. We will have lots of essential oils for you to try, all for free!!!.
We will be at McVeytown Country Memory Day this Saturday the 27th!!!! We will have the shop open as well, so you can still stop by and get your Meta on here or there. The show is from 9am till about 3pm, we will have the shop open the normal 11am to 7 pm.
We hope to see everyone at least somewhere this week, and if not anywhere, at least we all can be aware.
Love and light ~ Andy

​Hail and well met from the Soggy Central PA mountains.

We at Metaphysics ' A Spirited Space' Have a great week this week planed for everyone.

We have new items coming in from several vendors, we were also able to get some great rocks and crystals from a super secret location for the shop. We will have pictures of these guys soonish.

Class wise: May 9th, we have demystifying the Tarot, starting at 6:30 and is a free class
May 10th, we have a 6:30 Aromatherapy 101 Class, followed by group meditation with Lyndsey, starting about 7:45. Both are FREE.
May 12th WE have another double header with a 6:30 start for Introduction to spell crafting. Afterwards we will host a Reiki Round table for all levels of practitioner. If you Reiki, come on out for a informative and social meeting. Again, both are FREE
May 13th we have our 10am till 4:30 Reiki Level 1 class and attunement. This one has a fee.
More details on all the classes can be found on our Website and Facebook Events page.

We have no shows scheduled this weekend, so we will be here every day. We hope to see you in a class or at the shop.

Greetings
We had a great time at the Huntingdon Mayfest this past weekend. We have a great week on the books for this week as well.
Class wise, we have Tuesday 2nd, Intro to Buddhism starting at 6:30. After the class at about 745, we are doing a group meditation with Gary. Thursday, we have an introduction to Reiki class starting at 6:30 for those interested in this healing art. Friday we have a double header with classes, starting at 6:30 with a morals and ethics in magic class, followed by a Candle magic basics class starting at about 7:45.
All this weeks classes are FREE!!!!
This Saturday we will be at the Danville Spring Fling show from 9am till about 3pm. This is another fun show and hope to see you all there. WE do have someone to watch the shop this weekend, so we will have the shop open it's normal hours as well!!!!
We have new rocks, crystals and other items showing up at the shop this week for adoption. So we hope to see you at the show, the shop or at one of our classes!!!!