Winding Wonder: Spiritual and Symbolic Maypole Meaning
by If you’ve ever seen a maypole dance or stumbled upon one of those picturesque, ribbon-laden poles in the middle of a village green, you’ve probably …
Category: Holiday Symbolism
Meet Me in May: Spiritual and Symbolic Meaning of the Month of May
Every month comes with its own mood, like a personality strutting onto the calendar stage with flair and flavor, and May? The month of May …
The Symbolic Origins of Easter Egg Hunting: A Journey Through Tradition
As someone dedicated to esoteric signs and deeply cultural symbolism, the subject of Easter, specifically egg hunting, has captured my imagination. Easter egg hunting is …
The Symbolic Meaning of April: A Month of Awakening and Untamed Becoming
April sneaks in like a soft breeze through a cracked window, doesn’t it? There’s something about even the name of this month that feels alive …
The Hidden Symbolism of Snakes in Celtic Lore
Everyone knows St. Patrick “drove the snakes out of Ireland,” but what if snakes are more symbolic than literal? Explore how snakes in Celtic mythology …
Symbolic Meaning of the New Year’s Kiss
Smooching at midnight was never a deal for me, but the symbolism of the New Year’s kiss is a very big deal for millions of …
North Pole Symbolism: Santa’s Chilly Home of Holiday Magic
We’ve all heard of it. Some of us even sent letters there when we were kids (I did!). I’m talking about the North Pole, Santa’s …
From Beards to Boots: Understanding Santa’s Symbols, Origins, and Meanings
He’s portly. He’s jolly. He’s got a reputation for being a pretty chill dude, but what is the origin and meaning of Santa Claus, really? …
Protecting Your Energy and Peace While Visiting Family During the Holidays
by The gifts and festivities are a big part of the holiday season, but not as big as the joy inherent in visiting family during the …
Symbolic Meaning of the Yule Log
I remember my grammy always made a Yule log for Christmas. It was a scrummy thing – like a glorified Swiss roll-up cake, and she …
A World United in Thanks: How Different Cultures Celebrate Thanksgiving Their Way
Thanksgiving might be known as a quintessentially American holiday, but the practice of giving thanks spans continents, centuries, and cultures. From harvest festivals to spiritual …
Lessons for Thanksgiving: How Certain Animals Demonstrate Gratitude
Ideally, Thanksgiving is a time to circle the wagons around everything for which we are grateful. It should urge us to recognize gratitude isn’t a …
The Purrfect Pair: Cats and Witches – Meaning, Mysticism, and More
Indulge me for a minute, will you? Set the stage in your mind and envision a crisp autumn night, with a crescent moon casting a …
How Different Anniversary Gifts Reflect Unique Meanings
Is your anniversary near and you have no idea what to gift your loved one but to be unique and meaningful? This article provides some …
Spirit Animals of September
September is a fabulous month, IMHO. It’s not too cold, not too hot, and it’s the precursor to cooler autumn days. Light is dwindling, leaves …
Symbolic Spirit Animals of July
Summer isn’t my best friend. Well, I can’t blame the season, really – but when I’m swimming in my own pool of sweat and melting …
15 Spiritual Holidays in July You’ve Got to Check Out
July isn’t my friend because the heat reduces me to a sweaty, babbling mess. But, that’s okay, because I absolutely adore some of the spiritual …
7 Ways Patriotic Hats Reflect Cultural Symbolism
Recall the old straw hat you found in your closet for the summer neighborhood gathering? Maybe it was decorated with your nation’s flag, or maybe …