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Be Kinder Than Necessary ~ For Everyone You Meet...
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arch 2008
Published April 20, 2008
in Psychic Times International Magazine
"Meeting Your Spirit Guide and
Getting To Know Them"
- Lady LavenStar Raene 2008
We all have a Spirit Guide or Guardian (some call them Angels) with
us. They are there to protect and guide us and even offer comfort. I
want to help you learn how to contact your personal Guide and even
introduce yourself to him or her. For the purpose of this article, I will
mostly be referring to them as Guides or Guardians, although you
may refer to them as whatever you wish...so long as it is with respect.
Everyone has a Spirit Guide of some sort...most people cannot see or
hear them, but they are there, always near you, always loving you.
The most important thing to start remembering is that as long as you
know that they are there, then... they ARE there! It matters not what
you call them or what they look like, just that your mind is open and
receptive enough to embrace the fact that they are just as real as you
and I.
Guides are always available to comfort and support you and will help
you when they know you are ready to receive their help. All you
need to do is ask. There are many ways to ask your Spirit Guide for
help...or maybe just for some reassuring contact:
*Try sending out a heartfelt thought requesting their assistance.
*Meditate on who and what your Guardian may look like, then
wait to see if they appear.
*Before you go to sleep, spend your last moments awake
concentrating on the Guide you want to meet and what purpose
you need them for. (Remember to have a pen & paper close by to
record anything you might remember upon waking.)
*Contact me at Laven's Lair http://www.lavenslair.com for more
help if these don't work for you.
Keep in mind that your Spirit Guide may change throughout life as
you change throughout life...or you might have the exact same one
all of this life. When you become in-tune with one, you'll know if
he/she decides that their time is up with you and it's time to move
on...you'll be able to feel their presence backing away. Soon you'll
learn that you have had a "new" one watching over you the entire
time.
There are some that have more than one Guide at a time...and then
there are times when it will feel like he/she is ignoring you or acting
odd. This can happen when you have been doing things that your
Spirit Guide does not approve of. Just as if you have disappointed
your best friend, they will shy away from you. You can fix that by
mending your ways and getting yourself back on the right path! Take
a look at your soul and make sure you like what you see,. If it needs
cleansing, find out what needs to be taken care of on the inside and
they will wait patiently. They might even help you out so things can
get back to normal!
Remember that your Guardian represents your own personal needs.
You can call on them and quietly ask for help, no matter what the
situation is. He/She can help you or inspire you or even make you
laugh at very difficult times - always offering support and comfort,
*When you feel depressed: your Guide can provide you with healing,
comfort, and enlightenment in your dark times.
*When you need emotional healing: your Guide will provide you
with courage and unconditional support.
*When you're feeling alone: your Guide will find a way to let you
know that he/she is there...and wrap you in their love, if you are
willing to accept it.
*When you need support: your Guide will not judge your problem as
being too big or too small. If you request their guidance, they will be
there, a constant shoulder to lean on.
Contacting Your Guide
1. Create a sacred space: A peaceful spot just for you. You can use
things there that are special to you like a soothing water fountain,
candles, incense etc.
2. Open yourself, become receptive: It will be hard for your Guide to
reach you if your natural shield is negative. Put down your shield. You
are CONSTANTLY surrounded by your own thoughts and emotions
(whatever is currently going on in your life). If it's negative, than you
may have certain feelings surrounding you such as: fear, hate, jealousy,
depression or pain. Try to let go and take cleansing breaths so your
Guide will feel more at ease with you; and, you with him or her.
3. Relax: Just calm yourself. Breathe, relax and think about positive
and soothing thoughts. Be in good spirits and STAY CENTERED!
4. Concentrate on your aura: Imagine yourself surrounded by a
bubble of light...a color of light that is easy for you and your Guide to
connect to. Some people use silver, gold, or the healing color blue.
Now imagine breathing this color you chose in and out until you are
encased in it's protective surrounding. This will make things much
easier for your Guide when they go to find you and connect with you.
5. Ask your Guide for confirmation: With your eyes closed, and
when you feel ready, mentally ask your Guide to come through your
protective aura and touch you. Expect anything - you never know)!
You might feel something soft, or it may be just a feeling you get on
the inside. You may smell something beautiful...yet hard to describe
Maybe you will feel his or her hand on your shoulder. Whatever the
unique sensation is, trust that it is YOUR SPIRIT GUIDE or
GUARDIAN/ANGEL and that they are there with you.
6. Ask for a name: This part some people find difficult, and yet, some
people also find quite simple. All you have to do is just mentally ask
for his or her name and accept the first one you receive--no matter
what it is! Don't second guess it. He or She probably just whispered it
into your ear. Now, do you have anything you want to ask or say? This
is a good time.
7. Always remember to thank your Guardian: not just for this
meeting, although introducing themselves to you is something to
cherish! Thank them for being with you all the time or whenever you
feel them present. Psychics and Guides are like best friends because
they work as a team. Most likely you'll hear a psychic saying “thank
you” to her Guide. I know I do several times a day! Just don't take
them for granted. Remember, they'll always be there as your
companion, your friend, your Guardian....your Spirit Guide.
Another Article Published Recently:
"Astral Projection"
by: LavenStar
written October 2007
Published @ www.PsychicBitch.com
February 2007
My Most Recent Article:
Lunar Scrying With Water
The full moon has long been considered a symbol of wisdom and intuition. We feel its connection every month, when it lights the night sky. Many of us feel more energetic and alert during the full phase of the moon. This is partly because our bodies and mind are intricately connected to the lunar cycles. Like our selves, water is also linked to the changing face of the moon -- just ask anyone who lives on the coast about the phenomenon of "lunar tide"!
>Using a reflective surface as a tool for scrying is hardly new -- the ancient Romans did it in their religious rituals, and the Egyptian "Book of the Dead" contains references to Hathor's magic mirror, used to see the future. Pre-Christian Celtic seers were believed to have visions when they looked upon dark stones such as beryl or other crystals, according to Pliny.
Even in the 1500s, Nostradamus made notes about staring into a bowl of water by candlelight to gain inspiration.
This divination is one of the simplest. It's best to do it outside if at all possible, because, after all, you are relying on the moon to illuminate the water for you! If you can't perform this ritual on the night of the full moon, the night immediately before or immediately after is just as acceptable.
In addition to a clear sky and a full moon, you'll need the following items: A table or some sort of flat work space, dark bowl a pitcher containing enough water to fill the bowl, a journal or notepad to write in, as well as a pen. Optional: your favorite meditative music
If your tradition normally requires you to cast a circle, do so now. If you'd like to play some music, go ahead and start your cd player. Sit or stand comfortably at your workspace. Begin by closing your eyes, and attuning your mind to the energy around you. Feel the soft earth under your feet. Hear the rustling of the wind in the trees. Breathe in the scent of grass and earth that lingers in the air. Raise your arms out to your sides, palms facing up, and feel the energy of the moon above you.
Take some time to gather that energy. It's a pull, a palpable sensation that we can feel, if we just take the time to look for it. Feel that silvery power above you, and recognize your connection to it, and to the Divine.
When you are ready to begin scrying, open your eyes. Notice the night all around you. You may feel an unusual sense of clarity and alertness - don't be alarmed, it's just that lunar energy at work. Raise the pitcher in one hand, holding it over the bowl. As you do, visualize wisdom and guidance within the water. As you pour the water into the bowl, from the pitcher, see the energy of the moon charging that water. Recognize that this water can show you the mysteries of the moon.
When the bowl is full, position yourself so that you can see the moon's light reflected directly into the water. Stare into the water, looking for patterns, symbols or pictures. You may see images moving, or perhaps even words forming. You may have thoughts pop spontaneously into your head, that seem to have nothing at all to do with anything. Use your journal, and write everything down. Spend as much time as you like gazing into the water -- it may be just a few minutes, or even an hour. Stop when you begin to feel restless, or if you're getting distracted by mundane things ("Hm, did I feed the cat?").
When you are finished gazing into the water, make sure you have recorded everything you saw, thought and felt during your scrying session. Messages often come to us from other realms and yet we frequently don't recognize them. If a bit of information doesn't make sense, don't worry -- sit on it for a few days and let your unconscious mind process it. Chances are, it will make sense eventually. It's also possible that you could receive a message that's meant for someone else -- if something doesn't seem to apply to you, think about your circle of friends, and who it might be meant for.
Afterwards, you can leave your water out overnight to charge it even more, or you can pour it away into your garden as an offering.
** Note: If you live near a natural body of water such as a pond or lake, you can perform water scrying with these larger "bowls" instead!
Lady LavenStar Raene
~ Of Laven's Lair ~
"The Psychic Witch"
Flying Dreams
Flying dreams are often symbolic and can refer to aspects of your spirit possibly rising and falling. In general a basic flying dream could mean your eagerness to rise above mundane aspects of life in order to gain insight and knowledge about the bigger picture...triumph over difficulties and overcome obstacles...gain psychological freedom from everyday worries.
A dream in which you are flying generally suggests that your mind is reaching for new places and new heights. You and your spirit are in search of possibilities that go beyond the reality of everyday life. Flying dreams (when recorded) have been noted to happen when there seems to be an opportunity for success or moving up in life...this can indicate good things about your future. Usually things like how you flew and where you went and how high you were are major factors in determining the exact meaning of your flying dream. Having a "rocky" flight for example or a hard time getting in the air might indicate a difficult time reaching your new future goals and plans in the physical plane.
When interpreting a flying dream I look for 8 significant factors in your dream...if you have a dream like this that you would like me to help you uncover...please feel free to email me @
Let me know if your dream is reoccuring, and any other details you have remembered. Sometimes the most insignificant details can be the key to unlocking your dreams. How many there were of something or what color it was can change everything.
I am a professional Dream Interpreter and Psychic...no matter what kind of dream you are having, I can help.
Lady Laven
Mistress of The Lair
"The Psychic Witch"
Litha 2008
HEALING WITH LAVENDER
Lavender is SO much more than a soothing scent...this calming and beautiful herb or oil can also heal many ailments too.
Lavender is the best place to start when you begin collecting essential oils for working with in either magickal or mundane realms. It's gorgeous fragrance has been made popular for centuries with perfumes and soaps.
THE HERB
The valuable therapeutic oil produced by lavender flowers can be used to treat mind, body, heart and spirit. It is widely used by herbalists and aromatherapists to treat depression but it can also do much more...even cure headaches and ease physical pain.
As a massage oil, lavender will relax muscles and ease tension. It's antiseptic properties will clean and heal skin conditions such as sunburn and acne.
Lavender has many uses... from magickal to improving your skin and hair to easing women's period pains.
For more information coming soon on ALL the wonderful things that Lavender can do for us, check with Lady Laven's Forum:
Laven's Witch Talk, located here: http://www.lavenslair.com/about.html
Blessed Be
Lady Laven
June 21, 2008
