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It's where I rant and explain awkwardness □ it seems we're so invincible, the truth is so cold □

Rising Signs 🌅

and their Friendships 🍻💃🏽💘

Pisces ♓︎

  • Devoted and supportive of friends
  • Needs to be wary of negative relationships
  • Relies on friendships for strength and encouragement
  • As they get older, will attract those with strong karmic bonds

Aquarius ♒︎

  • Nonjudgmental of friends
  • Very “live and let live” attitude
  • Drawn to funny and passionate people
  • Attracts very outgoing, enthusiastic people

Capricorn ♑︎

  • Usually the one who is organizing and planning for the group
  • Loves being around those who allow them to let loose and live a little
  • Can attract people with very powerful, charismatic personalities

Sagittarius ♐︎ 

  • Ability to have friendships with various groups of people
  • People are drawn to their charm and humor
  • Friendships are very important and play an important role in their lives
  • Social Butterfly

Scorpio ♏︎

  • Values intelligence in friendships
  • Trusted as a great advice giver
  • Very protective of friends
  • Attracts stimulating, intellectual types

Libra ♎︎

  • Supportive and proud of friends 
  • Drawn to people with a more dominant personality
  • Very loyal
  • Can make friends with basically anyone

Virgo ♍︎

  • Mom Friend
  • Sympathetic and protective towards friends
  • Drawn to those they feel need “rescued”
  • Must be careful to not be used!

Leo ♌︎

  • Extremely loyal
  • Attracted to witty and intelligent people
  • Lives for those interesting late night conversations

Cancer ♋︎

  • Peace-keeper
  • Drawn to artistic and charming people
  • Seeks affectionate, easy-going relationships

Gemini ♊︎

  • Inclined to have one “best friend” among many acquaintances
  • Invests a lot of energy into relationships
  • Drawn to energetic, dynamic people
  • Can feel like they are sometimes competing with friends

Taurus ♉︎

  • Puts loved ones on a pedestal 
  • Selfless and giving in relationships
  • Attracted to artistic (and maybe troubled) souls

Aries ♈︎

  • Drawn to unusual, free-spirited types
  • Values spontaneity in friendships
  • Ability to form friendships quickly
  • Must be careful of unreliable relationships

just a cute, light-hearted post I wanted to make. thanks for reading! 💕 

Moon Sign Observations

🌙 Aries Moons have bold and unique methods to comforting themselves and relieving their intense emotions. Most of them resort to heavy music or intense/energetic hobbies to help deal with their rage, sadness, and restlessness. Some even give themselves drastic makeovers when met with deeper emotions. If their feelings are not dealt with, they will lash out on either themselves or others.

🌙 Taurus Moons may not be the best at expressing their emotions but they are perfect with keeping eye contact and making sure they show how they feel through body language.. And through their bustling humor. They rely more on what they can physical feel rather than what cannot be acknowledged through their senses. They are creatures of comfort and express how they feel through sensuality.

🌙 Gemini Moons process emotions through intellect, thinking, and communication. They are extremely moody and restless, always searching for answers through the internet, through past experiences, or through other people. They will google the symptoms of their emotions as a distraction or as a means to understand what they are going through. They will also gladly explain their feelings but usually, they add a tinge of humor or sarcasm to make themselves feel like they are still in control of the situation and are not coming across as weak.

🌙 Cancer Moons are only comfortable when their needs and their loved ones’ needs are met. They will go to extreme lengths to provide security, stability, and affection for the people they care about, often smothering their loved ones in the process without realizing it. Essentially, they care too much and they will see a fault in themselves if one of their loved ones are feeling down.

🌙 Leo Moons have a hard time expressing sympathy in a conventional way. When someone comes to them with an emotional issue, they think the best way to handle it is to distract the person from their feelings through creative projects, parties, or by bringing up things they need acknowledgement for themselves. They can seem vain because of this, but for them, this how they show love and generosity.

🌙 Virgo Moons find comfort in productivity, organization, and stability. How they view such traits depends on them. Some Virgo Moons are organized in their chaos and their messy environments, whereas others are so focused on perfectionism that they keep everything spotless. Either way, they know where everything is and how everything operates. When something is wrong, they will express the opposite of what they view as organized. 

🌙 Libra Moons are very emotional and people-oriented. Because of their compassion and consideration for others. But what people seem to dismiss is that they are still air influenced, meaning they process feelings through their intellect and logic. They focus more on the feelings of others than their own feelings due to their need to provide harmony and balance, usually putting their emotional well being aside.

🌙 Scorpio Moons experience powerful feelings that are so “loud”, they try to control them and quiet them down by attempting to ignore them. For this reason, they seem emotionless and cold upon first impression. Spend awhile with them and you will see them begin to struggle to keep themselves stable. Inside them are raging waves and thunderstorms begging to flood their surroundings. They require constant reassurance and devotion to help them find balance.

🌙 Sagittarius Moons feel confined by their emotions and usually form various methods of escapism in the process. They are known for attempting to stimulate their mind or their body to cancel out their feelings. Their stimulation ranges from gaming to music to sports or to sex to distract themselves. When they are met with their feelings with no way to escape, they become irritable and reckless. In a means to escape, they say or do things they don’t really mean and later cool off and feel horrible about their impulsive nature.

🌙 Capricorn Moons have the most difficult time dealing with their emotions since the moon, ruling Cancer, opposes the sign. They try to dominate their own heart in an attempt to feel powerful and dominant. They often equate emotional expression with weakness and vulnerability and usually cannot understand someone who expresses their feelings to them. When feelings are involved, they go blank. Overtime, they will be met with various emotional breakdowns and karmic experiences to help them battle their need for control. They will eventually take authority over their own authority, so to speak.

🌙 Aquarius Moons have a chaotic relationship with their own feelings. Sometimes they take pride in their ability to process their emotions intellectually instead of actually “feeling” them. Other times, they become frustrated with their inability to express their emotions in a conventional way. They want to connect but feel as though it will strip away their freedom and individuality.

🌙 Pisces Moons are often so out of tune with reality, they develop a victim complex. Their emotions are so vibrant and deep, they resort to specific habits that help them escape from their vulnerable heart. Often, they don’t even realize they are doing this and when met with reality checks, will only break down and victimize themselves more. This is why they need to isolate themselves from time to time. They will also need to develop healthy coping mechanisms to overcome their self-pity and put their feelings into something of value.

Lesser Known Traits of the Signs

Aries: Unique. Bold. Trendsetting. People often forget that since Aries is the first sign out of all twelve, they set the stage. They are natural born leaders with the spunk, enthusiasm, and ambition necessary to create something new.They have the assertion and courage to produce spontaneous works, show them off, and make them work. Taurus: Sensual. Cultured. Refined. Taurus is ruled by the planet Venus and Venus deals with style, fashion sense, and values making Taurus a surprisingly fashionable sign. Taureans lay down the best aesthetics and know what’s in. They’re reliable, as well, so it’s best to go to them for opinions. Gemini: Creative. Adaptable. Clever. The most controversial sign of the era, Gemini is well-known for their tactics and are often degraded because of the fact. They’re a very misunderstood breed with an ironic, troll-like sense of humor. Don’t mistake their projected self for what lies underneath. They adapt to their environment which means if they feel threatened or offended, they attack with their words. Cancer: Humorous. Instinctual. Reserved. Cancers tend to hide their feelings behind their hearty laughter and their vast humor. Being in tune to the world around them can be overwhelming and to deal with this, they often mask their true selves as a defense mechanism, revealing their soft emotions but never allowing themselves to buckle under the pressure unless it all becomes too much. Leo: Proud. Laid-Back. Short-Tempered. Leo’s symbol is the lion, a prideful animal who leads their surrounding area. Lions, though prideful, are very chill creatures who like to indulge in their cat naps and bask in their radiance. They are, however, easily provoked and can feel offended by the slightest things, so it is best not to cross them. Don’t let their grounded nature fool you; they are still wild animals. Virgo: Generous. Restless. Quirky. Ruled by Mercury and being that of an Earth sign, Virgos are a true mix of enthusiasm, intelligence, and reliability. They use their mental energy to perform daily tasks and help others achieve organization and structure in their own lives. Virgos thrive on improvement and often enjoy helping and give back to others. Libra: Appealing. Sophisticated. Versatile. Libras know exactly what to say and how to act in order to make themselves look orderly and captivating. They’re also very considerate and adapt well to the people around them. Mistaking their consideration for con-artistry is only fooling yourself. Like every air sign, their actions and behaviors are solely based on the energies surrounding them. Scorpio: Observant. Perceptive. Resourceful. Scorpios, being as aware as they are, have learned a long time ago how to fend for themselves and make sure they are well protected and well provided for. They intuitively know when they need to prepare and flee. They are also very aware of the people around them, easily determining if someone is truthful or deceptive. Sagittarius: Experimental. Enthusiastic. Inquisitive. Sagittarians want to experience anything and everything and will more than likely try everything at least once. They see the potential excitement and exhilaration in every new place, thing, or person. And because they will go through their life getting the most out of everything, they are extremely intelligent and wise. Sagittarians always have the best advice; even if it’s uncalled for. Capricorn: Thoughtful. Reliable. Compassionate. Cancer is Capricorn’s sister sign, proving that Capricorn is not the cold-hearted sign they are perceived to be. Capricorns possess the capacity to remember various details about the ones they love and give the best tangible gifts, guidance, and structure. They are also the first anyone should go to for help; they’ve already got it all together. Aquarius: Humanistic. Intuitive. Understanding. Despite their emotional distance, they care a lot more than they lead on. They will use their originality and their intelligent ideas to produce improvements and hopeful visions for their friends and for their society. They intuitively know what needs to be done to fulfill the needs of the world and are very socially or politically involved. Their compassion and their desire for change will lead to great things. Pisces: Artistic. Adventurous. Idealistic. Pisces is traditionally ruled by Jupiter and ruled by Neptune in modern astrology, meaning that Pisces carries on both archetypes. A Pisceans wild imagination can lead them to various adventures and journeys throughout their life. They are sensual creatures and feel inspired by the beauty of the world. The clarity and inspiration they gain from their real life ventures help them create the world they know in their art. 

Crystals for the Signs

Aries: carnelian to increase confidence and energy, bloodstone for courage and determination, hematite for protection and strength, diamond to help with passion and endurance

Taurus: rose quartz for sensuality and romance, tiger’s eye for grounding, practicality, and protection, emerald for loyalty and materialism, tourmaline for manifesting wealth and proper values

Gemini: celestite or blue lace agate to improve communication and self-expression, citrine for optimism and fun, opal for adaptation and change, any form of agate to improve observation and analysis

Cancer: moonstone to enhance intuition and imagination, petalite to decrease moodiness and sensitivity, rose quartz for love, empathy, and healing, ocean jasper for relaxation and comfort Leo: sunstone for self-confidence and pride, amber for bravery and positivity, rhodochrosite to channel into compassion and loyalty, ruby to maintain a healthy ego and heart, tiger’s eye for leadership and encouragement

Virgo: spirit quartz for grounding and spiritual growth, moss agate to increase productivity and maintain a healthy well-being, howlite to decrease anxiety and restlessness, peridot to alleviate critical behaviors against themselves and others

Libra: opal to increase self-love and appeal, jade for balance and diplomacy, yellow aventurine to help make decisions and remain logical, topaz for creativity and kindness

Scorpio: obsidian for protection, citrine for magnetism and charm, malachite for overcoming transformations and change, apache tears for power and manifestation

Sagittarius: turquoise for honesty and understanding, sodalite for self-discovery and trust, lapis lazuli to enhance intuition, clarity, and morality, blue goldstone to combat over-indulgence 

Capricorn: jet to protect and provide structure, smokey quartz for grounding and getting organized, garnet for strength and ambition, ruby to take accountability and remain disciplined in troubling times

Aquarius: amethyst to enhance the intuition, labradorite for manifesting ideas and getting creative, aquamarine to influence cooperation, abalone shell for compassion and humanitarianism

Pisces: angelite for spirituality and connecting to the higher self, fluorite to balance fantasy with reality, sugilite to protect vulnerable emotions, chalcedony to provide peace and healing

Appalachian Folklore, Wives Tales, and Superstitions

Brought to you mostly by my grandparents, but also by my family at large. These are all things I heard growing up in the northern region of Appalachia and wanted to share with y'all. The lore and sayings may vary based on location, family tradition, and other factors, but this is just what I’m sharing from my experiences!

• Give the first pinch of a freshly baked loaf of bread to the Good Men to keep them happy. • Deaths and births always come in threes. • Spin around in a circle three times before you walk in the front door to confuse any spirits that are following you. • Don’t throw your hair out! If a bird builds a nest with it, you’ll have migraines. • “Red sky at night, sailor’s delight. Red sky at morning, sailor’s warning.” • If the leaves on trees are flipped over with their backsides showing, rain’s coming. • If you hear a dog howl at night, death is coming. • If you’re giving someone a wallet or purse as a present, put money in it to ensure they’ll never financially struggle. • Spirits can’t cross running water. • Cats and dogs won’t enter a room where spirits are present. • Carry an acorn in your pocket for good luck, a penny for prosperity, and a nail for protection. • If you’re having nightmares, put a Bible under your pillow. They’ll go away. • Take a spoonful of honey to keep your words sweet. • Keeping a pot of coffee on ensures a happy home. • It’s bad luck to walk over a grave. • A horseshoe hung above a door ensures good luck. • A horseshoe in the bedroom staves away nightmares. • If your right hand itches, you’ll soon be receiving money. If the left itches, you’ll be paying it. • Wishing on a star works. “Star light, star bright, first star I see tonight. I wish I may, I wish I might, have the wish I wish tonight.” • When you have a random shiver, someone just walked over your grave. • If smoke from a fire rises, expect clear skies. If it rolls along the ground, expect storms. • Rosemary near the door provides protection. Lavender provides peace. • “A ring around the sun or moon, rain or snow is coming soon.” • Wind chimes and bells keep spirits away. • Seeing a cardinal means unexpected company. • For that matter, so does dropping silverware. • Rubbing a bit of potato on a wart helps it to go away. • If the soles of your feet itch, you will soon walk on strange grounds. • Black eyed peas, greens, and/or pork and sauerkraut should be eaten on New Year’s Day to welcome good luck and good fortune. • Driving a nail into a bedframe or crib will drive away curses. • If your ears are burning, someone’s talking about you. • If you dream of fish, you are or will soon be pregnant. • Listen to the wisdom of children, they see and know more than we think. • To dream of death means birth, to dream of birth means death. • To cure a headache, crush some mint leaves in your hands, cup them over your mouth and nose, and breathe in a few times. It should help. • Placing a fern or ivy on the front porch protects against curses. • In a vegetable garden, never plant the same plants in the same spot two years in a row. Rotate where they are, and you’ll save your soil. (Note: this is a real thing called crop rotation, and is actually kind of important) • A black bird (Raven or crow, doesn’t matter) on the roof or a windowsill is an omen for death. To avoid it, you have to scare it away without using your voice before it caws. • Say a prayer when you pass a coal mine for the lost souls still in the mine. • Thank the land and the Lord with every successful hunt or harvest you have, for nothing is guaranteed.

These are a few of the folklores, wives’ tales, superstitions, and sayings that I’ve heard growing up (and still living in) in Appalachia! I encourage other Appalachian witches, cunning folk, and general inhabitants of the Appalachian region (and just the mountain range at large) to share whatever bits you’ve heard over the years! I just wanted to share a bit with y'all to give you an insight into some Appalachian lore, my own practice, and maybe give you some things to research and incorporate into your own practice! 🌿✨

Being from this area I have heard almost everyone of these, never realized they were local. 

To add to the post

  • Never pick up a coin (especially a penny) if it isn’t heads up
  • Hold your breath when you pass a cemetery
  • throw salt over your left shoulder for good luck but never spill it 
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“Red sky at night, sailor’s delight. Red sky at morning, sailor’s warning.” FACT. Weather systems generally move west to east. A red sunset is caused by dust particles in the atmosphere, indicating dry weather headed your way. The red in the eastern sunrise, however, indicates that the dry weather is seeing itself out. • If the leaves on trees are flipped over with their backsides showing, rain’s coming. FACT. High humidity before wet weather makes the stems of deciduous trees floppy and limp, so they often get blown over in pre-storm weather. • If smoke from a fire rises, expect clear skies. If it rolls along the ground, expect storms. FACT. Storms are caused by low pressure atmosphere systems, which by their nature cause smoke to hang low instead of rising. It also causes birds to swoop and fly low to the ground, which is another true weather-predicting bit of folklore. • “A ring around the sun or moon, rain or snow is coming soon.” FACT. Sun- and moon-halos are caused by light refracting off ice crystals in the high altitude clouds that usually come before a rain or snowfall. Makes you wonder what other bits of folklore will be validated by advances in science.

Talismans are items that help to ground you, by helping you focus on the present, through a psychological process called Mindfulness.

A talisman can be anything, but items that utilize your senses are especially helpful

When you need to ground yourself, interact with your talisman using as many of your senses as possible. How does it feel in your hand? Is it heavy, cold, textured? If there are parts that move, follow it intently with your eyes. Slow, repetitive and rhythmic movement is best to calm you.

If you suffer from night terrors or nightmares, having a talisman that is always in the same place and readily visible from your bed can help. Make a habit of looking for your talisman each time you wake up. Seeing it will help to confirm you are in a safe place. If you need to use lighting, consider non-blue-based lights so as to not disrupt your sleep.

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I hope that someday, somebody wants to hold you for twenty minutes straight, and that’s all they do. They don’t pull away. They don’t look at your face. They don’t try to kiss you. All they do is wrap you up in their arms, without an ounce of selfishness in it.

Jenna, Waitress (via hplyrikz)

Source: hplyrikz.com
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You are stronger than you realise. You are crueller than you realise. The smallest words will break your heart. You will change. You’re not the same person you were three years ago. You’re not even the same person you were three minutes ago and that’s okay. Especially if you don’t like the person you were three minutes ago. People come and go. Some are cigarette breaks, others are forest fires. You won’t like your name until you hear someone say it in their sleep. You’ll forget your email password but ten years from now you’ll still remember the number of steps up to his flat. You don’t have to open the curtains if you don’t want to. Never stop yourself texting someone. If you love them at 4 a.m., tell them. If you still love them at 9.30 a.m., tell them again. Make sure you have a safe place. Whether it’s the kitchen floor or the Travel section of a bookshop, just make sure you have a safe place. You will be scared of all kinds of things, of spiders and clowns and eating alone, but your biggest fear will be that people will see you the way you see yourself. Sometimes, looking at someone will be like looking into the sun. Sometimes someone will look at you like you are the sun. Wait for it. You will learn how to sleep alone, how to avoid the cold corners but still fill a bed. Always be friends with the broken people. They know how to survive. You can love someone and hate them, all at once. You can miss them so much you ache but still ignore your phone when they call. You are good at something, whether it’s making someone laugh or remembering their birthday. Don’t ever let anyone tell you that these things don’t matter. You will always be hungry for love. Always. Even when someone is asleep next to you you’ll envy the pillow touching their cheek and the sheet hiding their skin. Loneliness is nothing to do with how many people are around you but how many of them understand you. People say I love you all the time. Even when they say, ‘Why didn’t you call me back?’ or ‘He’s an asshole.’ Make sure you’re listening. You will be okay. You will be okay.

21 things my father never told me (via ohthativy)