Music To Cast Lovespells By Vol. 7

Happy Valentine’s Day, enjoy this sensual and seductive playlist curated for The Hoodwitch by Alia Mohamed to get you in the mood for casting love spells, or to simply indulge yourself in a romantic evening of self-care rituals. Whatever your plans are this Valentine's Day, these tracks are sure to get you in the mood for some love and enchantment!  

MUSIC TO CAST LOVESPELLS BY VOL.7

WITCHTIPS & HOROSCOPES 1/13-1/19

Astrology by Lisa Stardust

WITCH TIPS

PSA: The week ahead will be intense. But, if we move towards personal growth, we can learn to go with the flow and move with ease through the astrological aspects. 

Mars, who’s in Taurus, squares off with Saturn, who’s in Aquarius on January 13th. This will be an argument or stress surrounding authority and limitations imposed on us. Venus, who’s in Capricorn, and Uranus, who’s retrograde in Taurus, softly connect on the 13th. They will round out the resentments and negativity that’s felt earlier in the day. The Sun and Pluto unite in Capricorn on the 14th, bringing up power struggles from the New Moon on the 12th/13th of January. Uranus turns direct on the 14th, ending the retrograde journey that began on August 15th. Our eyes are opening and we are seeing situations and people for who they really are — which will shock us. Jupiter, who’s in Aquarius, and Uranus share a fraught aspect on the 17th. Surprises are in the air, as well as shakeups, breakups, and meltdowns. Use the energy positively by implementing change and innovation into your life. The Sun enters Aquarius on the 19th, pushing us to embrace global transformation and to do our best to inspire change in the world. 

Aries 

You are focusing on how you can be the best version of yourself, without giving any mind or attention to what people think. Do not let anyone get in the way of your personal growth. It’s the journey that you are embarking on by yourself, for yourself. It’s your time.

Taurus 

Embracing your higher self will be essential, even though it’s challenging at times. However, once you find your spiritual core, you will be able to blossom and grow into the person you’ve always wanted to be. Now is your time to spread your wings and fly. The world is waiting!

Gemini 

Although you like to discuss your feelings, you’re not very vocal about your frustrations. Finding a way to discuss matters in a gentle way with others will not only relieve tensions within, but it’ll help mend relationships that have been rocky. In the end, you’ll be able to personally transform.

Cancer 

You’re living on both sides of the spectrum this week. On one hand, you’re craving intimacy. And, on the other hand, you’re yearning for freedom. Find a space in between that works. Have a few deep conversations and then put a pin in the communication while you process the information.

Leo 

You’re trying to hold onto the past, instead of moving towards your destiny. Rather than holding onto old ideas about what you wanted to achieve and add to your life, embrace a brand new vision based on the present day information. Dining this will help you understand your fate better.

Virgo 

It will be hard to relax and concentrate this week, unless you implement structure into your day-to-day vibe. This means sticking to a set schedule. Then, you will be able to take on issues that pop into your life with ease and the ability to move freely through such matters.

Libra 

Changes are now happening within you. You’re evolving and becoming the person you’ve always wanted to be. This means that you are flexing your inner strength and heart muscles for everyone to see. You’ll even inspire those close to you to take steps in creating the personal world they want.

Scorpio 

Anxieties are brewing within, due to external and internal pressures. Remember that you have nothing to prove to anyone, including yourself. You can achieve anything you put your mind to. And, you will in time. Not rushing your process will alleviate stress. After all, Rome wasn’t built in one day.

Sagittarius 

Your confidence may be high and low throughout the week. Grounding and centering your energies will allow you to find peace within. It’ll also help you realize that you are an amazing person. Don’t listen to the negativity in your head, it’s just your fears talking. Their words aren’t real.

Capricorn 

Life has felt like a roller coaster lately. And, this week doesn’t ease up. But, you are beginning to take pride in yourself and all of the effort you put into transforming. Growth is happening and you’re feeling stronger. You’re now standing taller and prouder than you ever have before.

Aquarius 

There seems to be a lot of confusion in the energy that you want to bring into your life. Before you make impulse decisions, mediate and try to hone into your subconscious desires. By week’s end, you will come to find that you don’t need anything except self-love and acceptance.

Pisces 

Power struggles are brewing in your friend group. You’re not feeling as though your peers appreciate you. Chances are, they feel the same way about you. Have an open conversation with no drama and arguing to mend fences. Doing so will create a deeper connection and bond between you all.

The Super Full Worm Moon in Virgo

Written by Lisa Stardust 

The Supermoon in Virgo occurs on March 9th. During this luminary, the Moon will be brighter, fuller, and more potent due to the closeness to Earth. On an energetic level, we can feel its intense power and pull on our emotions. Being that the Super Full Moon is in Virgo, we will feel the disconnect between our head and our hearts. The incentive of this cosmic occurrence is to bring these two parts of ourselves together — if we can let go of the past and start fresh. 

This luminary will directly oppose Neptune, who’s in Pisces, which means we can expect to feel our emotions on a soulful level. The truth may be ever cloudy and uncertain. During this time, it’s important for us to lean into our intuition and our gut impulses. We’ll find the truth of the matter from listening to our hearts and analyzing the information that the universe is telling us with a fine comb. It’s an amazing time to face fears head on and discuss them. Also, an opportune day to pay attention to our dreams and spiritual symbols we are receiving. Jupiter, Mars, and Pluto (who are all currently in Capricorn) give this luminary a chance to move forward; however, Neptune may make us feel stuck and unsure of our next moves. 

Mercury turns direct later in the day, ending its retrograde journey that began February 16th. For the past several weeks, we weren’t  able to make decisions. Now, we are being cosmically pushed to make choices in our lives, which will bring anxiety as we are unable to cut the cord on situations and relationships that need to end. Reminder, we don’t have to rush into resolving matters under this luminary. We can take our time. We have until Mercury leaves its post retrograde degrees on March 29th to let go. 

Right now, the Moon is shedding light on that which needs to transform or leave our lives. Our hearts may be heavy, but deep down we know what we will eventually have to do. Whatever path we wish to choose, it will be the best road for us. Over time, we’ll come to see that it’s for the best. No regrets. 

*The Super Full Worm Moon occurs at 10:47AM PST and 1:47PM EST. 

Ritual for the Super Full Worm Moon:

• Calming Bath for Emotional and Mental Clarity 

Ingredients:

-1 cup of Himalayan sea salt or Epsom salt -6 drops of lavender oil or a ½ cup of fresh lavender

-6 drops of peppermint oil or 6 sprigs of fresh peppermint 

-One part Florida Water 

-Rose Quartz and Clear Quartz (you can charge your crystals under the Moon, but it’s not necessary)

-Moon Water (water charged under the Moon) is optional 

Directions:

-Blend all of the ingredients together.

Rub on your scalp, third eye chakra, and heart chakra while in the shower or bath.

-Place the Rose Quartz Crystal on your heart chakra and the Clear Quartz Crystal on your third eye chakra. 

-Relax your thoughts and feel your body align. 

-Meditate on connecting the mind, heart, and intuition together for 25 minutes. 

-Rinse off with water.