Greetings, Magickal Souls!

I’m gonna start of with something tough but important. September is Suicide Prevention Month. It is a time to raise awareness, spread hope, and spark meaningful action around one of the most urgent mental health issues of our time.

• 1 in 20 U.S. adults (5%) have serious thoughts of suicide each year.

• About 1 person dies by suicide in the U.S. every 11 minutes.

• 79% of all people who die by suicide in the U.S. are male.*

• Although more women* than men attempt suicide, men are 4x more likely to die by
  suicide.

• In the U.S., suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among people ages 10-14 and among people ages 15-24, and the 11th leading cause of death overall.

My brother completed suicide in 2023. I have thoughts of suicide. And after my brother it was when I realized I really needed to seek help. And I have been on my mental health journey ever since.

So I wanted to take this time to say. I am here for you. And you are not alone, even if your brain tells you otherwise.

~ Callie

Sage Advice

I know we covered mental health in May. But since I am on the topic of suicide prevention this week, I wanted to tap into some simple candle magick to assist with mental health.

Candle Magick for Calmer Minds (Step-by-Step)

Why it helps

• Soft flame = natural nervous-system soother

• Intention + ritual = focus and emotional clarity

• Repetition trains the brain to associate candle time with calm

Choose your candle

• Colors:

  • Blue / Lavender — stress relief, peace

  • Pink / Red — love, warmth, confidence

  • Green / White — healing, renewal, all-purpose

• Scents (optional): lavender, chamomile, sandalwood, vanilla

• Size/safety: small jar or tealight; cotton or wood wick; pet-safe, low-throw scent

Prep your space

• Tidy a small surface • dim lights • silence notifications

• Optional: soft music, a glass of water, a journal & pen

The ritual

1. Set intention (one clear sentence): “I invite calm and steady breath.”

2. Ground (3 cycles): inhale 4 • hold 4 • exhale 6.

3. Light the candle and softly speak your intention once.

4. Gaze & breathe (2–5 min): watch the flame; on each exhale, imagine tension melting.

5. Seal with gratitude: “Thank you, flame, for carrying my intention.”

6. Close safely: snuff or cap the candle (or let it burn while attended).

Variants for stress & anxiety

• Use blue or lavender.

• Add a phrase: “With each exhale, I release what I can’t control.”

• Visualize the flame shrinking your worry to a pebble; place that “pebble” outside your aura.

Simple add-ons

• Sigil: carve a tiny symbol/word into the wax.

• Crystal: amethyst or rose quartz beside the jar.

• Anointing: a drop of jojoba with lavender on the glass rim (never on the wick).

• Journaling (2 min): one line each—“What I’m feeling / What I’m choosing instead.”

Safety

• Never leave unattended • keep from drafts & paws • trim wick to ¼" • fire-safe surface • skip strong fragrances around sensitive people/animals

Make it a practice

• Same time, same spot = stronger cue for calm.

• Track a word after each session (e.g., “lighter,” “steady”) to notice progress.

Remember, while candle magic can offer solace, it's not a substitute for professional mental health support.

Night Sky: Chi Cygnids a pleasant September surprise

A recently discovered meteor shower has been showing increased activity this week. And it might become even more active during the next few nights, with a peak – or maximum activity – around September 13 to 15, 2025.

Adopt Your Next Familiar

Right now, adult cats and dogs who are already fully vetted — spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and ready to go — can be adopted for $0 during during MAARC’s special event this weekend!

Whether you're building a daily mental health practice or reaching for these cards for guidance on a specific issue, this brilliant tool lets you access your inner wellness witch to find direction.

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