Reincarnation is the belief that, when we die, our souls come back to life in new bodies. It is a philosophical concept that many religions believe to be true. Reincarnation is a core belief in Hinduism, closely linked to “karma” – the sum of one’s good and bad deeds that eventually determines one’s rebirth. Other religions – especially Eastern religions like Buddhism, Sikhism, and Taoism – also believe in reincarnation albeit … [Read more...]
The History and Use of Dreamcatchers
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Dreamcatchers were once a type of handmade Native American artifact. Individuals bended willow sticks into a rough circular shape, and covered the wood with leather straps, treated to remain soft and supple. Hand woven string was then passed through the circle to create a web, or catcher. The craftsman then followed up their work by adding different mementoes that meant something to their family. Beads and feathers were the most prevalent form of decoration added to the … [Read more...]
Cassadaga Spiritualist Camp: Where the Dead Live
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"What we are dealing with is a vast half-lit area, where nothing seems believable but everything is possible." Carl Jung Around the turn of the 20th century, Florida was an undeveloped wilderness of tropical foliage, moss-laden live oaks, and stately palms. This had already begun to change in the late 1800s when Henry Flagler moved to St … [Read more...]
A Simple Guide to Creating Your Own Tarot Spreads
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Whether you're a seasoned reader of Tarot cards, or a newbie just learning the ropes, the time may come when you want to create your own Tarot spreads. It may be that you've found it difficult to locate a spread that addresses your specific situation, or you may simply want to expand your skills by creating spreads that speak specifically to you. Whatever the reason, designing your own Tarot spreads is an easy process once you have a solid plan for doing so. Learn … [Read more...]
Mothman: Monster Or Imagination?
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A shadowy winged creature reportedly terrorized West Virginia in the mid-1960s, flying alongside cars at high speeds, following people home, and leaving in its wake a string of strange occurrences. Quickly dubbed “Mothman”, the creature left local residents living in fear. What was it? Why was it there? What did it want? There were a few scattered reports of strange sightings in West Virginia during the 1960s – a woman who drove by a large winged … [Read more...]
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