Wisdom
Welcome to our blog, where ancient wisdom meets modern spirit! Here you’ll find articles written by herbalists, healers, witches, holistic health practitioners, astrologists, and experts in many other fields of healing. We hope to present a collection of wisdom that is multi-faceted, multi-cultural, and intergenerational. Enjoy your exploration!
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What Does it Mean to be a Witch?
The Alchemist’s Kitchen believes in celebrating the healing power of plants. As a representative of our connection to nature, and as a liaison, we are dedicated to celebrating and honoring the witch and empowering the divine feminine. Beyond the natural healer, The Witch represents a connection to our wildness, an exploration of mysticism (and inner
Protection Spell: Season of the Witch
This guide will show you how to perform your protection spell, prayer, and ritual this season of the witch. Anointing Oil Supplies Mortar and PestleBase Oil (Grapeseed, Olive, Jojoba)Angelica RootGraveyard Dirt or Black Salt Other Supplies Carving Tool (Knife, Safety Pin)Black CandleWhite CandleAnointing OilPomegranateMatches/Lighter Preparation for Protection Spell Begin by making the protection anointing oil
The Ten Most Legendary Witches
If you look at some of the most legendary witches in history, from the enchantresses of ancient mythic lore to real witches that walked the earth, a pattern emerges: the invocation of the primal. They preside over the the darkness, the moon, death, and rebirth. They collude with the earth through plants and herbs, sometimes
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The Witchcraft of Tarot
When I first began reading Tarot publicly, I would point out various symbols on the drawn cards and explain their correlations by rote. I felt exhausted from talking; I had not yet learned to manage or protect my energy. I just let it rip and hoped my recipient would gain something from my spewing. My
Photograph from Forthcoming Book: “Major Arcana: Witches in America”
Photograph by Frances F. Denny, “Leonore (Montpelier, VT),” from the forthcoming book Major Arcana: Witches in America (Andrews McMeel, fall 2020). Image courtesy of the artist and ClampArt (New York, NY). I’ve spent the last three years traveling around the U.S. photographing women who identify as witches. At one point, I spent several summer days
An Interview with Nadine Artemis of Living Libations
This time of year, we at The Alchemist’s Kitchen have been incorporating essential oils into our rituals, home, and self-care. Check out this conversation with Nadine Artemis, creator of Living Libations, a company that specializes in pure botanical health and beauty products, including essential oils! How did Living Libations come to exist as a company?
Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day with Linda Black Elk
It’s that time of year again, where the season changes from a summer ripe with energy to fall—a rebirth, coming down from that high to prepare for the inward silence of winter. The mainstream holidays are brought to the forefront of our minds, reminding us to give thanks, be grateful, give back. Whether the message
Aries Full Moon: The Fires of Renewal
Scott Kahn, Heatwave, 2013 October 13, 2019 — The Aries Full Moon arrives on Sunday at 2:07pm PDT, bringing a crescendo of our agitation and insecurities, our courage and initiative. This Full Moon beckons us to move through our fear and establish new ways of relating to ourselves, our lives, and loved ones. The Sun and
Everyday Witchcraft
For so long, I thought of witch as Halloween and black cats, a smoky room, the flare of a candle, moonlight catching a bare leg on a broom. I admired the women in my life who called themselves witches, but sometimes the concept of enchantments and chalk circles felt far from working three jobs in
CBD Drug Interactions: What You Need to Know
With the rise in popularity for CBD oil, one major question people are wondering: “Is CBD safe to use with other substances and medications?” Researchers are still studying its benefits, as well as how it interacts with other substances. We advise consumers who are on prescription medications or use other substances to consult their health
CBD News Update: October Edition
Here is the round up of news and highlights related to CBD and Cannabis during the past month. Nation’s Largest Arthritis Advocacy Group Releases CBD Guidelines The Arthritis Foundation, the largest advocacy group in the United States for people with arthritis, is helping its members boost their knowledge of CBD, with a new article titled
Best Way to Find Your Perfect CBD Dosage
The popularity of CBD is on the rise for its potential benefits for an array of ailments. Packaging and bottles give recommended serving sizes, however one size does not fit all when it comes to CBD dosage. Everyone will react slightly differently to CBD just as they do medications and supplements. So, how do you
Sourcing Crystals at The Alchemist’s Kitchen
Here at The Alchemist’s Kitchen, we carry numerous crystals both in our store and online. Crystals are wonderful for healing energy work, grounding, and as overall reminders of our clearest and highest selves. We spoke with Suguna Lorenzo, our buyer and merchandising manager, who additionally consulted Emma Worpole about sourcing crystals. How did you find
An Interview with Nadine Artemis of Living Libations
This time of year, we at The Alchemist’s Kitchen have been incorporating essential oils into our rituals, home, and self-care. Check out this conversation with Nadine Artemis, creator of Living Libations, a company that specializes in pure botanical health and beauty products, including essential oils! How did Living Libations come to exist as a company?
Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day with Linda Black Elk
It’s that time of year again, where the season changes from a summer ripe with energy to fall—a rebirth, coming down from that high to prepare for the inward silence of winter. The mainstream holidays are brought to the forefront of our minds, reminding us to give thanks, be grateful, give back. Whether the message
Indigenous Community Organizations To Get Involved with
Check out this list of amazing indigenous organizations to get involved with and donate to this November, which is recognized as Indigenous People’s Month.* On Dec. 14, 1915, Red Fox James, a Blackfoot Native American presented at the White House endorsements from 24 state governments for a day to honor indigenous communities. But the federal
Understanding Daylight Savings Time
As the clock strikes midnight, we are plunged into darkness once again as Daylight Savings Time takes hold. The winter months ahead for those of us in the Northern hemisphere seem even more daunting as sunlight wanes and the night closes in. To better understand how we can thrive in this dark period, it is
Introducing: Plant Alchemy Rose Bud CBD Hydrating Facial Toner Spray
As the days grow shorter and colder, it’s the perfect time to revamp your skincare routine! As writer Faye Sakellardis wrote so aptly in an earlier article, “The rose is widely recognized as the inimitable symbol of beauty and love. Its lush petals, majestic arrangement and vivid colors, particularly the classic red rose, evoke sensuality and
Taurus Full Moon: Messages of Pleasure + Depth
Image by Anna Pugh December 12, 2019 — The Taurus Full Moon arrives on Tuesday at 8:34am Eastern Time, conjunct Vesta, asteroid of sacred sexuality. Falling in sensual Taurus, this Full Moon is helping us to ground, seek pleasure, and steady our paces as we continue the deep work of Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, who
The Astrology of November 2019: Liberating Through Intimacy
We begin November astrology with Scorpio in command, sign of death and rebirth, who confronts us with our shadows. She holds the power to transform our challenges into wisdom, if we’re willing to expose ourselves, baring our hidden truths to make way for greater intimacy. Scorpio helps us face our shame and mistakes, liberating them
Scorpio New Moon: True Intimacy
Image by Man Ray October 27, 2019 — The Scorpio New Moon arrives on Sunday, directly opposite Uranus, the Great Awakener, who brings sudden change. With Uranus involved, this Scorpio New Moon is particularly transformative. We have the chance now to dive into the depths of our shadows, especially in our relationships, and liberate from
Samhain’s Past and Present: Season of the Witch
We call it the Season of the Witch; the season of autumn’s arrival, the harvesting of crop, and the earth’s transition from life to rest. While deeply rooted to all of nature’s cycles, witches are most commonly associated with the autumn season and its ties to Halloween (cue the green skin and warts!) Whether we
Crystals: A Witch’s Guide
This guide highlights the most important crystals for witches and how to incorporate them into your witchcraft. Clear Quartz: All Chakras The great-grandmother of the mineral kingdom offers alignment at the mental and emotional level resulting in profound clarity and self-acceptance that leads to action, growth, and healing. Great crystals suited for any purpose as
The Witchcraft of Tarot
When I first began reading Tarot publicly, I would point out various symbols on the drawn cards and explain their correlations by rote. I felt exhausted from talking; I had not yet learned to manage or protect my energy. I just let it rip and hoped my recipient would gain something from my spewing. My
Sourcing Crystals at The Alchemist’s Kitchen
Here at The Alchemist’s Kitchen, we carry numerous crystals both in our store and online. Crystals are wonderful for healing energy work, grounding, and as overall reminders of our clearest and highest selves. We spoke with Suguna Lorenzo, our buyer and merchandising manager, who additionally consulted Emma Worpole about sourcing crystals. How did you find
Understanding Daylight Savings Time
As the clock strikes midnight, we are plunged into darkness once again as Daylight Savings Time takes hold. The winter months ahead for those of us in the Northern hemisphere seem even more daunting as sunlight wanes and the night closes in. To better understand how we can thrive in this dark period, it is
Dia de Muertos
When we think of a seed, we often think in terms of new beginnings without realizing that in order for that seed to grow, something had to die. This is the essence of Dia de Muertos. This tradition isn’t about celebrating the dead per se, is about celebrating the time we get to meet with
