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I just wanted to give a shout out to Elisa M. Gray for her article in the Summer, 2021 edition! This was a very informative and inciteful work on a very old interest of mine and it was written splendidly. I like how it connected the attributes of Celtic lore with the celebration of Litha and Yule while sticking to the point. Articles about Stonehenge can easily venture off into some very speculative territory but even staying on track can deliver plenty of interesting information. I would recommend this article to anyone who wants to learn more about the icon that is Stonehenge or as a place that should spark an interest in someone where one wasn't before. Great Job!

For more information about A Few Thoughtful Things, go to: www.afewthoughtfulthings.com CHECK OUT NUMBER FIVE ON THIS LIST! We're so proud at Witches Magazine. Here's the list of Top 30 Instagram accounts that I personally follow and can say have helped me feel at home, stepping into the mystical community - and boy what an amazing community it is! Starting my journey I looked to books & articles to find my cosy corner in this wonderful world of spirituality/woo woo/witchcraft... whatever you prefer to call it, and then realised I don't actually know anyone else that really feels the same way I do. So I dipped my toe into the sea of social media, and within a few days SPLASH I jumped right in! So for all you spiritual newbies or broom closet witches out there I've put together a list of amazing accounts ranging from well known bigger names to bespoke smaller communities that I adore. They also range in interests from mindset, inspiration, to shops, bloggers & beyond! The numerical order has no reflection on how awesome they all are, so make sure you check each one out as they're all very different & amazing! Included in the list are a little of what they're about and why I've chosen them - happy following! 1| The Sacred Space | @ sacred_space_cornwall | Eclectic Witch | Psychic Medium | Magical Mentor | Shop | Readings | This lovely account is a must-follow in my opinion! Amazing photography & videography that inspires everyday. But more than that, the guidance, topics & inspiration with each post just lifts me when I see it, plus the fact that you can learn so much too. 2| Moon Magic | @ moonmagic___ | Tarot | Astrology | An AMAZING feed for astrological guidance, I love reading these posts! They’ve really helped me on my journey with learning and growing - couldn't recommend enough. 3| Layna Winckworth | @ laynawinckworth | Witch | Healer | Teacher | Podcast | Readings | Totally LOVE Laynas posts and keep an eye out for them every day; Tarot reading, Moon phases, ritual guides, spirit guides… there’s always so much great content. Definitely someone to learn a lot from on your journey! 4| Moon Magic Sun | @moonmagicsun | Moon paintings | Tarot readings | One of my daily go-to accounts! As a beginner Tarot card reader it’s so insightful to see their readings & explanations. Reading is intuitive, but having a little support and guidance is so so helpful. 5| Witches Magazine | @ witchesmagazine | UK based quarterly magazine for witches | Digital & Print worldwide | I actually buy this wonderful magazine and then loved it so so much, I now advertise my shop in it! Filled with so many topics in each edition from Crystals to Reiki to Astrology… the list goes on, and to top it off it has STUNNING photography! 6| Love By Luna | @lovebyluna | Self-care essentials for your Zodiac signs | Crystal infused offerings | Shop | Blog | An amazing account to follow as each post teaches so much - Crystals, Chakras, Zodiacs, Dreams, Mantras, you name it! A definite for a beginner to this amazing world. 7| Lunessence Yoga | @ lunessence.yoga | Shadow Healer | Online Flow | Astrology Apprentice | Meditation | I’m obsessed with Jamies feed! The photography is so natural, rich & inspiring. Along with the pictures are wonderful guides and info about practises, mindsets & more. A definite follow worthy account in my opinion! 8| Biddy Tarot | @biddytarot | Transform how you read Tarot | Training | Blog | Community | Such a plethora of information regarding Tarot reading! I love the Tarot spreads and usually save them so I can refer back to them later. 9| Mystic Jagger Apothecary | @mystic.jagger | Organic Herbal Potions | Ritual Magick | Re-wild & Reconnect to Mama Earth | Shop | A really uplifting & inspiring feed full of rituals and magick that makes you want to get out in nature and under the Moon! Love this gorgeous account filled with guidance & inspiration! 10| Roses & Whiskey | @rosesanndwhiskey | Crystal Jewellery for fellow Witchy & Gypsy hearts | Some stunning Crystal jewellery, great photography & lovely meaningful messages. I just bought a ring from here and I'm in love! The heart & spirit behind this jewellery is inspirational in itself, let alone the lovely pieces themselves! 11| Rose Gold Tarot | @rosegoldtarot | Tarot readings | Crystals | Shop | Readings | This lovely page is bright and embracing like a hug from a friend! A mix of crystal meanings, Tarot guidance & inspiration - so good! 12| Herbal Academy | @herbalacademy | Global Leader in Herbal Eduction | Courses | Community | So much guidance and info on each post that really inspires you to learn more about herbalism! I love it as it helps with my understanding of plants to deepen my meanings for rituals and day to day usage. 13| Modern Seer Tarot | @modernseertarot | Tarot deck | Tarot spreads | Moon phases | I really love the neutral tones of the posts as they give a sense of inner calm and reassurance. The tarot spreads Modern Seer Tarot posts are super helpful to a newbie at Tarot reading, giving guidance and prompts to help. Their info on the Moon phases are super insightful too - just lovely! 14| Crafting Witch | @craftingwitch | A little bit of magick | Shop | These lovely posts are filled to the brim with daily info on all things witchy, spiritual, astrology and more! A great follow for inspiration and knowledge. 15| Maria The Arcane | @mariathearcane | Wife & Mama | Witch | Tarot | Photographer | Podcast | An absolute feast for the eyes! This beautiful feed is packed with beautiful photography, tarot readings, meanings & spells. There’s a lot of guidance & info with each post that I love reading! 16| Two Libras | @twolibraslifestyle | Crystal Candles | Shop | As a crystal lover I’ve been dying to get one of these candles, they’re definitely on my wishlist! A lovely feed explaining crystal meanings alongside inspiring posts & their gorgeous products. 17| Leo & Luna | @leoandlunaldn | Artist | Shop | Beautifully detailed astrological artwork, I love seeing such creative work combined with spirituality. 18| Yoga Illustrators | @yogaillustrators | Yoga | Art | Astrology | Shop | E-books | Moon Calendars | A lovely feed for guidance in Yoga, Chakras, Astrology and loads of inspirational artwork - gorgeous! 19| Spirit Element | @spiritelement | A lifestyle brand for self-love & well-being | Beauty | Holistic Nourishment | Tarot | Community | Shop | A beautiful inspiring feed filled with goodies, tarot & oracle readings & loads of magical info! 20| Ethically Me | @ethically_me | UK based Gift Store for all your spiritual, ethical & wellbeing needs | This account is brilliant for all those lovely unique bits you want to get for you little spiritual corner, with a whole range of ideas! 21| Herbal Hiraeth | @herbalhiraeth | Beauty & Soul rituals connecting you to nature | Herbalist | Shop | Inspirational photos and sayings, alongside posts about their natural & organic products, a yummy feed for inspiration! 22| Wilderness Witch | @wildernesswitchco | Ethically sourced Crystals | Witchy things | Boutique Store | Beautiful images alongside lovely rituals & astrological guides which are super useful to save. Their feed is full of great day to day info & inspiration! 23| Luna London Candles | @lunalondoncandles | Crystals & Candles | Creating Calm | Shop | A beautiful feed filled with motivation, guides & self reflection. You get a real sense of calm from their posts that I loveeee! Ommmm... 24| Comfy Cozy Witch | @comfycozywitch | Hearth & Home Witchery | Nature | Food | Books | Self Care | Pagan | Podcast | Etsy Shop | Lovely imagery jam packed with bits & bobs all based around the day to day life of the Cosy Comfy Witch. It’s such a nice little look into another witches day, to see books, rituals, cards, plants etc and gain knowledge & guidance, definitely worth the follow! 25| Witch With Books | @witch.with.books | Witchy books you need to read | Book & Author Reviews | A great reference for really useful witchy books! Loads for recommendations & reviews to help you decided on what book to purchase next! I love seeing new ideas and different avenues to explore, also when ones I already own pop up I feel super cool & connected! 26| Honey & the Moon | @honeyandthemoonbox | Monthly subscription box | Online Store | For Modern Mystics, Bohemian Dreamers & Lovers of the Moon | A gorgeous feed tempting you with lots of mystic goodies, great for a beginner! I always get such a warm feeling when I see these posts, it’s like being all cosy in front of the fire! 27| Sheepskin Mama | @sheepskinmama | Shop | Ethically sourced & ecologically tanned sacred Sheepskins | Yogic Oils | Home sacred spaces | Beautiful photography of their products that really inspire you to get out in nature and connect with your inner self through yoga. 28| Spiritual Bliss | @spiritualblissful | Blog | A platform for Enlightenment | Great for spiritual inspiration with posts about mindfulness and affirmations, prompting you to take the steps to incorporate it all in your day to day life, yes please! 29| Foxglove Collective | @foxglovecollective_ | Creating an inclusive space for Divination, Herbalism & Spellwork | Great snippets of info and guidance on a whole plethora of things related to witchery and spiritualism. A lovely feed of goodies for you! 30| The Fawn and the Sparrow | @thefawnandthesparrow | Wearable Magic | Crystal Crowns | Wedding Crowns | Bridal Tiaras | My obsession with Crystals is really treated with this lovely account, beautiful products for special occasions. I want to be a Crystal Queen please! 31 | A Few Thoughtful Things | @afewthoughtfutlthings.studio | Unique & Thoughtful Gifts | Crystals | Oracle & Tarot | Celestial | Custom products | Blog | SURPRISE! There's 31... but the 31st is my company! I'd love you give me a follow and come check out all I have to offer - gifts, guides, inspiration & many other treasures! And so that's it - my Top 30 (+ 1 teehee) to help out beginners! All of these wonderful accounts have helped me on my journey and still are, so thank you. I'm not receiving an incentive for recommending any of them, I just wanted to share my experiences and spread the love! Would love you to share it as well, so more people can enjoy and support each other too... Wish you Happiness & Joy on your Journey! x Written by @afewthoughtfulthings.studio Image by A Few Thoughtful Things

An Ouija board is a spiritual board used to communicate with the dead. The Ouija board originated from Baltimore, Maryland in 1890. People believed that the dead were able to contact the living, through the use of a talking board, which is very similar to the modern day Ouija board, at camps in Ohio in 1886. On July 1 1890 the Ouija board was advertised as an innocent game, and the term ‘Ouija’ is now owned by Hasbro. So, how does an Ouija board work? The board consists of numbers and letters, and it has the words ‘yes’ and ‘no’. To use a Ouija board, you have to use the panchet(a small heart shaped piece of wood/plastic). Place your fingers on it and the spirits will move it around the board to spell out words and answer your questions. I have never used a ouija board before as I think it can be dangerous, as you are opening up a portal to allow any spirit, good or bad. However Ouija boards have always fascinated and intrigued me. Ouija Board Etiquette: Do: Darken the room and entice the spirits to visit by using candles Avoid distractions, turn that phone off! Warm up the board by moving the planchette in circles or figures of eights Be specific about who you wish to communicate with Be respectful of the spirits Don’t: Do not use the Ouija board alone Do not confuse the spirits with questions you don’t want to know the answer to Don't ask questions you already know the answer to Do not accept all communications as a fact, listen to your gut Do not be disheartened if it doesn't work, sometimes the spirits don't want to talk! We would love to hear your experiences with the paranormal/Ouija boards, so DM us on Instagram or comment on our photos. Also let me know what topics you would like me to talk about, I am happy to talk about witchcraft, the paranormal, conspiracy theories, anything unusual and interesting. Take caution when opening yourself up to spirits/using a Ouija board, you never know who you could be talking to. Love and light, the Luna Wytch x