The Contemporary Mystic

  Apollo was my introduction to the world of magic. I vividly recall being a middle schooler, longing to portray Apollo in our class's Greek Myth Reenactments, only to be told that as a girl, I should take on the role of Artemis. To me, Phoebus seemed incredibly radiant and powerful have always been captivated by the sun and its divine rays. Rather than being a night owl, I have consistently favored the tranquility of the morning and the vibrancy of the day. I was fascinated by the sun's fire and felt an inner light glowing within my chest. No matter how dark the surrounding world became, I knew I possessed my own fire, soul, and creativity. At nineteen, when I began college, I sensed a direct calling from Apollo. After undergoing a cleansing from harmful psychic burdens, I felt a deep need for spiritual healing and connection. That night, I dreamed of sun imagery, warm healing rays, and the transmutation of eternal fire and gold. Upon waking, I called out to clearly to Apollo,...

(Photo by Nicole Gadbios) A phrodite, Haniel, and the Elementals of Venus have become essential to my journey this year. I have connected more deeply with my feminine side than ever before, and it has been incredibly empowering. I perceive femininity as akin to the ocean; it ebbs and flows, yet can turn cold and precise in an instant. For many years, I associated being womanly with weakness, leading me to adopt a more androgynous or masculine demeanor. I believe this can be traced back to societal conditioning that seeks to dominate and control anything feminine, but I digress. What I have cherished about learning from Venus and her abundant blessings is her ability to fully embrace her emotions. Many people view feelings as irrational, and while impulsive actions that hurt others are indeed problematic, disconnecting from emotions can be even more frustrating. Emotions arise for a reason—are they tied to preconceived notions from your upbringing, or is someone trying to assert power o...

Saint Raphael and Mercury have bestowed numerous blessings upon me throughout the years. I've discovered that my astrological chart reveals a natural talent in careers with marketing and communication. I have thrived in nearly every job I've held; if I secured an interview, I am almost guaranteed an offer. My Mercurial blessings and abilities have flourished as I've grown more self-assured and grounded. As a teenager, I was often anxious—creative, yet hesitant to engage with others. Just yesterday, in my shop, I invoked Saint Raphael, asking him to fill the space with his divine presence and blessings. Almost immediately, I felt a surge of creativity and enjoyed engaging conversations with my guests. I couldn't help but chuckle when the typically grouchy vendor came in and chatted with me for thirty minutes about various topics. My supervisor noticed this and found it amusing, knowing how grumpy this gentleman usually is. Being personable and able to connect with others...