Category Archives: Spirituality

Harnessing the Power of the Solar Eclipse

Posted on August 15, 2017 by David Taliesin

So my state, North Carolina, has the privilege of being on the path of totality during the solar eclipse on August 21st. Needless to say, I have cleared my calendar and have given myself over to the day to see … Continue reading →

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Protection Ritual

Posted on August 13, 2017 by David Taliesin

Here is the Protection Ritual we used at tonight’s Welcoming Circle. PROTECTION RITUAL ANOINTING FOR PROTECTION [David Taliesin) 7-9 drops of Hyssop Essential Oil 1/4 cup olive oi May the Divine Presence protect you and keep you safe from all … Continue reading →

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DIY: Feather Sacred Smoke Wand

Posted on July 31, 2017 by David Taliesin

Over the past several months birds have been leaving me the gift of feathers while walking my dog in the park. I took it as a sign and began thinking about making my own feather sacred smoke wand with a … Continue reading →

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Self-Care Ritual

Posted on May 22, 2017 by David Taliesin

Here is the ritual I promised to post from Sunday night’s Welcoming Circle. Our discussion topic for the night was self-care. CONNECTING TO THE DIVINE RITUAL ANOINTING WITH OIL—David Taliesin (Protection oil— 7-9 drops of Hyssop Essential Oil, 1/4 cup … Continue reading →

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Spirituality Types

Posted on April 18, 2017 by David Taliesin

We did this test at April’s Welcoming Circle. It helps you to pinpoint your comfort zone with regard to how you see the Divine. It also points you in the direction you need to grow. These material were adapted from … Continue reading →

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Connecting to the Divine Ritual

Posted on April 18, 2017 by David Taliesin

CONNECTING TO THE DIVINE RITUAL CASTING THE CIRCLE—Protection Prayer The Light of the Divine surrounds us The Love of the Divine enfolds us The Power of the Divine protects us The Presence of the Divine watches over us Wherever we … Continue reading →

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Tonantzin, Ixchel and Mary, the Mother of Our Lord

Posted on February 23, 2017 by David Taliesin

My blog has been silent for a while because I’ve been on a sabbatical in Mexico where I toured a number of ancient Mayan sites and modern cities in the Yucatán Peninsula. One of the things I noticed in my … Continue reading →

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Powerful New Year’s Resolutions

Posted on December 26, 2016 by David Taliesin

This time of year my Facebook feed is loaded with posts from friends who plan to make New Year’s resolutions. The content is always the same: “I’m going to loose weight, eat healthy food, go to the gym, travel more, … Continue reading →

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Now What? Reclaiming Our Power In the Aftermath of the Election

Posted on November 11, 2016 by David Taliesin

It’s hard to know what to say after hearing the result of this presidential election. Apparently the patriarchy, the good old boy system, is alive and well and has reared it’s ugly head in it’s most frightening and oppressive form. … Continue reading →

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Meditation Exercise: Mantra

Posted on September 9, 2016 by David Taliesin

1.  Close your eyes. Sit still and upright, relaxed and alert. 2.  Focus on your breathing. With each exhale let your body relax more deeply. 3.  When you are ready, begin to repeat a single word in your mind with … Continue reading →

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