Research Definitions

Methods of divination 

 Divination is the practice of foretelling future events or accessing information and knowledge via metaphysical means and tools.  Throughout history there have been many methods used from the reading of salt sprinkles (alomancy), to the interpretation of flames (pyromancy).  Some of the most commonly practiced methods today include:  astrology, psychic reading, palmistry, psychometry, numerology, and cartomancy

.  ASTROLOGY

Astrology is the study of a person's birth date in relation to the stars and the  planetary system in order to assess  their characteristics and how they relate to others.   Horoscopes are a portion of this method in that they may reveal general aspects related to an individual's zodiac sign.  More personalized readings are done through the use of natal charts.

PALMISTRY

 Palmistry, or chiromancy,  is the art of reading features of and lines on hands.  This information provides insight to attributes of the person and their destiny.

Psychometry 

Psychometry is the art of  holding a small object in order to obtain information about it's owner.  Personal belongings such as jewelry, glasses, pens or photographs are commonly used.  Many psychic detectives use this method in order to aid in police investigations.

Numerology

Numerology, the study of numbers, is used to derive a single digit number from a person's birth date.  That number then corresponds to characteristics and destiny of that person. Onomancy is a related method where letters have representative numbers, which are then applied to the characters in a person's name, added together and interpreted.

CARTOMANCY

Tarot cards, fortune telling cards, angel cards, playing cards.  The use of any style of card deck to obtain information about a person's past, present, or future is a form of cartomancy.  Generally the practice of using such cards is also enhanced by other skills, such as clairvoyance, in order to offer the most valuable readings.  Many psychics will use cards as a tool to aid them, perhaps to narrow the scope of a reading to specific concerns of the person.  There are hundreds of decks from which to choose.  The most important thing to take into account when selecting a deck is that you should select one that you feel drawn to or a connection with...one that the artwork is appealing to you.  If you don't see one the first place you look - try another source.

TALKING BOARDS

Ouija Boards and Psychic Circles are just two of the types of talking boards in which a small disk (planchette) is placed on the board with the people involved touching it and asking questions.  The questions are responded to as the disk moves across the board spelling out messages or indicating symbolic signs depicted on the board.  Although the Ouija board has been around for years and is marketed as a 'game', these boards should be used in good intention and with caution.  The Psychic Circle is a more advanced board that comes highly recommended.  It  is accompanied by a manual for it's use and includes purification rituals and white light visualization to be used in conjunction with the board, making it a safer tool to be used by beginners.  Unlike Ouija boards, which are found in toy and game stores.  The Psychic Circle may be purchased at bookstores and online bookstores.

READINGS

There are many styles of psychic readings grouped together in this category: life readings, mind readings, past-life readings, mediumistic readings.  In any sort of psychic reading the reader uses their skills, such as clairvoyance or telepathy, to gain information for providing guidance to the person.  Many psychics incorporate the use of a tool (tarot cards, runes, etc) into their reading.  Generally, psychics will experiment with various methods of divination in order to find the ones that work best for them personally in combination with their natural abilities.  Past-life readings are sometimes done through divination.  More often, deep meditation, or hypnosis is used to acquire the information and this is referred to as past-life regression.  It is now an accepted practice used by therapists in the treatment of  phobias.

ORACLE READINGS

Any method of divination that employs the scattering of sticks, coins,  stones or similar objects is considered to be an oracle reading.  The two most popular today are I Ching and Rune-casting.  Both have ancient roots, Chinese and Norse/Germanic respectively.

AUTOMATIC WRITING

Automatic writing is a means for communicating channeled messages from the spirit plane to ours via a writer who acts as a medium.  The writer's hand is guided by a spirit, oftentimes one of their guides, to write or type.  Many works have been channeled with this method...articles, novels, poetry, and music.  There are also paintings, drawings, sculptures and other works of art that have been produced in a similar fashion.    As with all channeling, if you choose to try this method, it is important to learn and utilize grounding and protection practices beforehand.

SCRYING AND CRYSTALLOMANCY

Crystallomancy, one form of scrying, employs the use of a quartz crystal ball to obtain information through images. Scrying may also be accomplished with water pools, other types of crystals, and special mirrors.  It is believed that the users' clairvoyant images are projected onto the surface thus making it possible for the reader to see them more clearly and to then pass along messages to the inquirer.

RHABDOMANCY

There are various forms of this method in which a person uses a divining rod or a pendulum.  Also called dowsing, this is a means of finding water, minerals or other objects underground.    Pendulum divination is a popular variation used today in which a typically metal weight or ring is attached to a chain or string and is held over a chart in order to obtain information.  This is very easy method for beginners, or even for those who are just curious to try a divination method, as it doesn't require any special tools.  You can make your own pendulum and directional chart (for reading the yes/no/uncertain answers) from things right at home. 

 Color Rays
Green ray has a neutralizing effect and can be very useful with individuals who feel at odds with the world. It has a blending quality that soothes the barbs that some individual carry. It is the predominant color of nature and carries a similar harmonizing quality. However, it is an energy that needs to be used judiciously for it can also turn people in on themselves, encouraging introspection. This maybe helpful in some cases but if there are depressive tendencies it may exaggerate this quality. Yellow ray is the ray of the mind and intellect. Its vibrant qualities can stimulate mental alertness and is also very helpful in cases of despondency or gloom, helping lift depression. Magenta ray is the ray of the spiritual self and helps in all areas of transformation. It can be very useful in all cases of past life healing.Silver ray is used in healing brain or nerve damage in that it will help new connections to be made. It needs to be used sparingly, rather as if it were a thin laser beam.Gold ray is a very powerful ray that reflects the energy of the sun in its positive or yang aspect. Physical back problems can be a reflection of energetic imbalances that run along the spine. The gold ray can be used to repair or balance these energies and therefore makes a very good adjunct for anyone who requires help from an osteopath or chiropractor. It can also help with eye conditions. It has a very protective quality that is excellent at counteracting negative or chaotic energies. It needs to be used sensitively as some individuals can find it overwhelming

Sacred Shield  Oil Mix

Sacred Shield
You will need:
eight drops of dragons' blood essential oil eight drops of bergamot essential oil one drop of cedar essential  oil two drops of myrrh essential oil Use to aid you in binding spells. 

Astarte (resilient survivor)-
Suggested Mantra: RESILIENCE
Astarte in her aspect as Warrior Queen exemplifies the independence and spirit that drives us to success, both in achieving goals and surviving life's battles.

Suggested Affirmations:
~ I am letting go of anger
~ I am healthy and happy
~ I am welcoming peace
~ I am determined to succeed
~ I feel absolutely supercharged
~ I see my course of action clearly
~ My vital energy resurfaces naturally

Related essences: Goddessence Persephone blend for the solar plexus chakra*

Related gemstones: Rose Quartz, Garnet, Smoky Quartz, Fire Agate, (red and white stones)

Babylonian, Assyrian and Phoenician goddess Astarte is honoured as the strong and wise Queen of Heaven. In her warrior queen aspect, she wore the horns of a bull and rode into battle behind her horses and chariots. She was also the Greek goddess of love and fertility, fire and productivity, war and victory and sexual prowess.

Astarte was at once maiden and mother goddess whose energy is greatest at the time of a crescent moon. In her temples, her sacred prostitutes  co-resided with her priestesses, symbolising the sanctity of women in all walks of life. Her priestesses were famous astrologers who entered into sacred marriages with kings.

HER MODERN ENERGY

In times of crisis, when our creativity and self-confidence is threatened, Astarte's energy resonates to marshal our resourcefulness. Astarte-inspired women have an uncanny knack to make the most of a limited amount of resources.

Astarte used her inner strength and wisdom to fight her battles, but as with all goddess deities, she has a dark side. Taking the warrior image too far through hostility and violence only leads to self-destruction.

If you are feeling threatened by a situation outside of you, be careful before brandishing your sword to avenge a wrong done against you. Explosive anger may satisfy the short-term need for revenge, but
Astarte calls on you to exercise wisdom.

DO THIS

Examine other ways you can achieve "victory" without hurting others. For example, achieve success in an area that your adversary would never expect - get that promotion, pay off that debt, or make peace with a warring family member. Do it in a dignified manner, with  patience, respect and wisdom and all these attributes will come back to you threefold in the way other people treat you.

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