Boho Witch Recommends: Witch by Lisa Lister

  

Hi Boho Witch Babe, 

Today I wanted to bring you a NEW segment of The Boho Witch and that is *The Boho Witch Recommends* - where I share with you all my personal recommendations for books, audios, stores, anything that I really really love and would recommend without any doubt. 

It couldn't be more perfect to kick off this segment with the absolutely Divine book by Lisa Lister (I really LOVE this lady! She writes truly POWERFUL stuff with soul!) called WITCH

The reason why I loved this book so much is for many reasons but the first was that it was a CALLING home book for me. Reading this book opened my Boho Witch Soul up so much that the more that I followed Lisa's advice in this book to follow my own inner Witch, the more radical and witchy stuff started happening in my life. 

I'm talking about my inner confidence level rising up, my inner power being channelled in a productive way, an inner happiness began radiating out of me, and I began wearing RED lipstick. Something I've always wanted to do, but never felt confident enough to. You know, in case it drew too much attention to me, or my teeth weren't hollywood white enough to wear it - the usual social fears of not being good enough.

And something magickal happened...I felt confident, sexy, in control, powerful, siren-like, and OMG I absolutely LOVE feeling that inner power come to the fore and even more ... MEN started really looking at me with intrigue and captivation, and my own relationship flourished and began improving, and I discovered that I actually like the attention from men - NOT in a "Oh boys... look at me" kind of way, but in a self empowered way that says "Oh yes, you recognise the feminine in me and I honour you for seeing ME". 

Reading WITCH has been a soulful treat, because it has literally - hang on.. 

Lisa, I bow to you Lady because you have brought me back to life, You have given me my own version of Eat, Pray Love, that the divine Elizabeth Gilbert has given so many and found herself. You have held the roadmap to guide me home, and I have finally accessed this inner wisdom and inner power, my inner SHE that has been held back and hidden in the depths of my soul for far too long. 

You have helped me to feel like a gorgeous, divine, feminine, sexy, powerful, queen of my life, faithful seductress to my man, Soul Sister again, and there is no price that I could put on that other than eternal gratitude. 

I am grateful to you Lisa (see pic on the left), for following your Inner Witch, your Inner SHE and bravely sharing YOUR truth with the world. This is powerful stuff, and it will change your life in ways you cannot begin to imagine - but for the good - the OH MY GODDESS so good! 

I urge you, fellow Boho Witches to read, devour, worship and read this book and find your inner witch. It was THE best thing I have done this year! 

I am easily awarding this book 5/5 Boho Witch DreamCatchers

Monumental change can occur when you read this and allow your Inner Witch to step forward. 

Witch is Published by Hay House, Written by Lisa Lister and is available to buy now! 

** Disclaimer**

I am grateful to Hay House UK for sending me the Paperback copy of this book to read and review. I would also like to add that I have bought the Kindle copy myself so that I can always have a copy with me to gain access to easily and portably.
All views of this book written here on The Boho Witch are of my own personal point, and in no way reflect the views of anyone else (unless you totally agree with me). 

Why Crystals Support Your Re-Awakening

Hi Boho Witch Babe, 

Today I wanted to stop by and share with you one of the many spiritual support tools that I'm using right now to help me Re-Awaken the Witch Inside.

I'm talking about CRYSTALS

I've been a believer and collector of crystals for quite a few years now, but there have been only a handful of instances where I've worked with crystals and thought "Holy Moly - That happened because of the crystals I used. But being a Boho Witch - Crystals were always going to be in my vibe right?

There was the occasion where a Black Tourmaline pendulum and Celestite cluster placed under my pillow helped me travel in my dreams back to a past life of mine in Egypt. 

There was the time that an Amethyst ring manifested a man into my life - not the forever one - but a man all the same who was right for me at the time.

Also, the three crystals which I can't remember for the life of me what they were called now that I placed on my upper abdomen area prior to an MRI scan seemingly made my 'gallstones' vanish overnight! (Please see your GP/Doctor if you have ANY ailments whatsoever!!) 

But right now as I face what feels like a tarot story that would consist of The Tower, Six of Swords and now the Two of Swords (Shit hitting the fan, coming out the other side, and now facing uncertainty!), I have once again been looking to crystal energies to help support this transition and change period in my life. 

With the help, support and guidance of my Sister Witch Rosie who happens to own a witchy shop, I have been working more and more with crystals lately - literally using them as a crutch at one point. 

First I was guided to Citrine for abundance and happiness - the joyful vibe to help me with my manifesting energy. I don't usually get on with citrine - I literally become angry and vile when I'm working with it, but I've bonded beautifully with a Citrine bracelet from Rosie's shop. Now, it's become one of my all time favourite crystals to work with! 

Then I was guided to Rose Quartz for...Looooove!!! Both self love and romantic love. I feel particularly close to the Rose Quartz vibes and have been carrying a tumblestone around in my bra, sleeping with it under my pillow, and have ordered pendants from the glory that is Ebay of it too. They've not arrived yet but when they do, be sure to check back on my Instagram account for piccies! 

I'm also really drawn to Clear Quartz and Amethyst right now - like amethyst is so freaking dreamy and powerful!!! I will share a pic of my Amethyst cluster on my IG account (come follow me on instagram - search for The Boho Witch) and in fact I believe my Amethyst pendant totally got me through college! So, I'm really vibing with those crystals too!

I love the fancy crystals as I call them - you know those Elestial Aqua Aura Quartz types - but Oh My Goddess do I love the beautiful and radiant power of the "Simple stones". 

I'm feeling this morning the urge to work with my Goddess Moonstone crystal today - so i'll give that a try and let you know how I get on with it - Moonstone sometimes can make me feel unwell as it triggers me - probably my fear of stepping into my Witch Power, but I keep on trying! 

I decided to work with crystals to support me right now because sometimes you can't automatically reach the energy or vibe you desire, so I like a little help from those who can, and those that can support me as I do this, which is why I freaking love crystals. They just know intuitively what it is that you REALLY need and they vibe with you. 

Do you work with crystals Boho Witch Babes? If you do, leave a comment below - I wanna know all about yours, if you're on Instagram - follow me, and leave a comment or tag me in your crystal pics - I wanna see your babies! 

Until next time, Stay True to You, 

Re-Awakening The Witch Inside

Hi There Beautiful Goddess, 

I started reading a book yesterday titled "Witch" by Lisa Lister, it was the first book I'd picked up on this topic in a good while. I'm talking years. I know it's been years because today marks the day that it's been 2 years since I last blogged on here. Back then I'd started to lose my way. 

Yesterday as I sat reading this book, I cried tears of release, relief and re-awakening. 

I heard The Call. It was strong. It was unavoidable. 

I have been living a life the past 2 years that whilst has and is so bloody amazing, it hasn't been truly authentic - not 100%. I've not been living a lie, but I've been denying a part of me that I once embraced. I realised that I've given my power away in order to 'fit in' and I don't fit in. Simple. 

I am a Boho Witch, I love the free-spirit vibe of being what you could call an eclectic witch if you were to put a name on it. I prefer to say I'm a spiritual person. A spiritual woman who is re-awakening her inner witch. I am a Boho Witch. 

I'm not entirely sure where this Re-Awakening of the Witch Inside (an obvious play on my previous blog title for those who haven't followed me before - my blog used to be The Witch Inside), it may not go anywhere, I may blog weekly, monthly, daily - who knows? I'm not into structure and discipline. I'm a free-spirited Boho Witch Babe. 

I just know that I needed to Re-Awaken the Witch Inside, and to do that I had to become The Boho Witch. What lies ahead is in the hands of the Goddess and the Universe. 

Isn't that just so freaking exciting - that I have no plans for this blog at all, for this journey of mine? I'm just hitting the road and seeing where it takes me. 

I have an Instagram account where you can reach me daily - The Boho Witch - so come follow me there and let's see what magic awaits us shall we? 

Until next time - Stay True To You 

Review: Beltane by Melanie Marquis

Title: Beltane

Author: Melanie Marquis

Publisher: Llewellyn

Source: Press Review Copy

ISBN: 9780738741932

Purchase: Amazon

Rating 3/5

Llewellyn’s Sabbat Essentials series explores the old and new ways of celebrating the seasonal rites that are the cornerstones in the witch’s year.

A well-rounded introduction to Beltane, this attractive book features rituals, recipes, lore, and correspondences. It includes hands-on information for modern celebrations, spells and divination, recipes and crafts, invocations and prayers, and more!

In agricultural societies, Beltane marked the start of the summer season. We all have something we want to harvest by the end of the year—plans we are determined to realize. Beltane is the time to put our plans into action, and this book will show you how.

Beltane is my favourite Pagan festival, probably because it's famously known for Love and Romance and I'm a sucker for romance and love. This book is very much for the serious practitioner and not just a weekend pagan. It's very in depth and I really have no idea where to start with this one.

I particularly loved the recipes and crafts chapters and also the spells and divination section as I love divination. The chapters on the lore and history of Beltane is a must read and shouldn't be skipped. It's good practice to have the theory down before you go start crafting! 

No matter the time of the year we are at I always like making plans for the future. Now for example I'm planning my Autumnal time and how I want to spend it, things I want to do, try, learn and achieve, and this book has given me handy tips on how to plan my year... that although this book is about Beltane, I feel able to take the practices with me throughout the year.

A really good book that I recommend to anyone serious about learning more about the festivals. 

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Review: Don't Let Anything Dull Your Sparkle by Doreen Virtue

Title: Don't Let Anything Dull Your Sparkle 

Author: Doreen Virtue Ph.D

Publisher: Hay House 

ISBN: 9781401946272

Source: Press Copy

Publication Date: 15th September 2015

Purchase: Amazon

Rating: 4/5


Difficult relationships and challenging circumstances all come down to one thing: drama. In this groundbreaking book, Doreen Virtue guides you through the process of determining your Drama Quotient. You'll discover how much stress you are unnecessarily tolerating and absorbing from other people and situations.
Doreen explains the physiological reasons why you can become addicted to high-drama relationships, jobs, and lifestyles, and how to heal from this cycle. You'll come to understand how traumatic events from the past may have triggered post-traumatic symptoms, including anxiety, weight gain, and addictions—and you'll learn natural and scientifically supported methods for restoring peace and balance to your body and your life.
Doreen shows you how to:

• Deal with relatives, friends, and co-workers who are “hooked” on drama
• Assess your own level of drama addiction
• Stop allowing negativity in your life
· Relieve anxiety and bring about inner peace

Go on an overall Drama Detox to clear away negativity, and let your light shine through!


Readers of my blog know how much I enjoy reading Doreen's work, so the latest addition to hit our shelves in September 2015 is something I've looked forward to. 

The latest book is called; Don't Let Anything Dull Your Sparkle. I admit it's a bit fluffy, but in the self help world, I can see why it will attract buyers. There's a lot to be said for trying to boost people's confidence in the self help world, and I can't help but wonder if there are TOO many books out there trying to fix people... shouldn't we actually be reading about how wonderful we are and how we can enhance those aspects of ourselves? we shouldn't be constantly being told that we need to do this, and we need therapy for that, and this is wrong but we can make it right blah blah blah... But, yes this book has a purpose, and it has an audience who want to be 'fixed'. 

I enjoyed reading about Doreen's acknowledgement of her studying psychotherapy and counselling (something we haven't heard of in her more recent books - since The Lightworkers Way), and it was refreshing for her to admit that even with all her training, experience and knowledge... AND good parents, even she struggles and has struggled with areas in her life such as relationships. It's nice to read something that doesn't feel judgemental and you can sense the REALness about Doreen in this book. 

I feel it offers good advice, insights, activities and makes you think about how you can become a more assertive person and really take good care of yourself. I'd recommend this book to anyone who needs that added boost in their life to believe in themselves, and it's something that I would and could see myself dipping in and out of when areas in my life need that bit of advice and detoxing. 

It's nice to see the return of the author that I became a fan of all those years ago with The Lightworkers Way. 

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Review: Holistic Energy Magic by Tess Whitehurst

   

Title: Holistic Energy Magic 

Author: Tess Whitehurst

Publisher: Llewellyn

Source: NetGalley 

Rating: 4/5

Purchase: Amazon

Learn to work magic and manifest your desires anytime, anywhere. Interweaving New Age techniques with Pagan sensibilities, Tess Whitehurst incorporates diverse modalities such as color energy, symbol interpretation, and visualization. Use the power of your own mind, body, and spirit as well as crystals, herbs, and flowers to achieve positive conditions in your life.

Organized into two sections, Holistic Energy Magic provides magical foundations and a spellbook of charms and invocations for success, love, health, and happiness. Enhance your spiritual path by fostering a strong relationship with the five elements. Develop relationships with magical allies, including angels, ancestors, and even animals. From cleansing your home to aligning with the divine, this accessible guide helps you create the magical life you want.

Is there anything that Tess cannot write about that isn't utter magic in how it transforms your life?

I have long been a fan of Tess Whitehurst's work and there is something charming about the way in which she delivers practical, down to earth ideas in a way that makes you know that your life will be improved by implementing them.

I enjoyed the new approach to this topic from Tess, in that she really does show you that to change your life and add a touch of magical charm to your life, you don't need to spend ridiculous amounts of money, or any in some circumstances. Holistic Energy Magic is just that... holistic, and magical. I love how you can use simple things such as herbs in your garden, a simple incantation to the angels or wear a crystal to enhance your life.

Highly recommended for anyone who wants to add a touch of everyday charm to your life.




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Review: Crystal Resonance by Kerry Nelson Selman

Title: Crystal Resonance 

Author: Kerry Nelson Selman

Publisher: Llewellyn 

ISBN: 9780738743943

Source: NetGalley

Rating: 4/5 

Purchase: Amazon 

Crystal Resonance explores how combining the gifts from Mother Earth can enhance our connection to higher guidance, Higher Self, Spirit, or Archangels. Vibrational wellness and wellbeing are restored and we are empowered to embrace a life of purpose, grace, and wonder of All That Is.

The synergy of specific combinations of crystals, essential oils, flower essences, and practices facilitate our reconnection with all that we are in this life-enhancing book. Self-responsibility, self-determination, and self-worth are inherent in each of us as human beings, our birthright, and we get to choose every step of the way. The choice to enhance our innate connection with All That Is remains with each of us…for those who enjoy honoring the Spirit within, the synergy of the combined gifts from the Earth and Beyond are there just waiting to be explored and enjoyed.

What I think:

The book begins with a section on what I call the basics. These basics include; details on what energy is, how there is evidence backing up the energetic fields, chakras and how crystals come into it. I admit I skim-read this section as I am not new to the idea of working with crystal energy. 

The second section is where I really found myself devouring every word. Kerry really goes in depth detail on a few major crystals such as Amethyst, Citrine, Selenite, Black Tourmaline, and Red Jasper. I really enjoyed reading Kerry's own stories of the experiences she had with the crystals in each 'chapter' as it allowed the full extent to her guidance and recommendations come to life. As well as detailing the outline of each crystal, Kerry tells us about the flower essences, and archangels that work well with the energy. The most surprising part of the section was the charming yet powerful meditations (there are more than one for each crystal) contained at the end. 

I wholly recommend this book to both newbies and the more experienced user of crystal energy as after 10 years of working with these energies, even I learnt a lot from this book.



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Oracle Review: Angel Prayers by Kyle Gray

Angel Prayers Oracle Cards

by Kyle Gray 

Published by Hay House UK

BUY HERE for £12.78

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: 

Kyle Gray's Angel Prayers Oracle Cards deck is a powerful spiritual tool that allows you to tap into the profound wisdom and healing support of the angels in a way that will feel real and positive. Using bright, modern imagery together with traditional symbolism, this exciting deck is full of loving messages from the angels, archangels and even the Divine Mother and Divine Father. Each card also offers you a powerful affirmative prayer that will help you to resolve specific situations in your life for the highest good.

Your angels have been with you throughout your life and they understand the challenging situations of your past. They will help you release all that you no longer need so that you can find the peace and harmony you deserve in this present moment. You and your guides will eventually create your own language, and your deck will become your friend and your very own spiritual support system.

    

    

A WITCH INSIDE'S REVIEW: 

Oracle cards are really only as good as the artwork on them. In all raw truth and honesty, if we don't like how something looks we won't use it. The same train of thought goes with our bodies, if we don't like how we're looking and feeling we tend to do something about it, namely by doing something different such as exercise, changing our diet, etc. 

So when it comes to reviewing oracle cards the first thing I look for is how pleasing on the eye they are. Angel Prayers are highly pleasing on my eye and I love the detail, the clarity and the sheer 'mystical' appearance to them. It's because they are so beautiful that I use them a lot to confirm my thoughts, feelings and basically get an opinion on something that is playing on my mind. 

I have to fully give credit and acknowledgement to the amazing artist; Jason McCreadie who I have watched throughout the entire production of these cards as he posted snippets and sample pieces to his facebook account; Vectraits Illustrations

The cards have short prayers on them based on Kyle Gray's take on working with the angels to improve your life. Each card is representing an Archangel, or deity such as Shiva, or Mother Mary. Of course as every oracle deck does, it comes with an accompanying booklet that guides you how to use your cards, cleanse, consecrate and bless them. Also each card is detailed in more depth and a further enhancement on it's meaning and potential guidance is given. 

What I also liked was that when it comes to detailing card spreads, it includes new spreads which is always nice to see fresh ideas. 

FTC Disclosure: I received these oracle cards for free from Hay House Publishing for this review. The opinion in this review is unbiased and reflects my honest judgment of the product.

 

My Rating:

 

 

Oracle Review : Angel Answers by Doreen Virtue & Radleigh Valentine

  

 

Angel Answers Oracle Cards

 

A 44-Card Deck and Guidebook

 

by Doreen Virtue, Radleigh Valentine 

 

                            

                                             

List Price: £13.99 

                           

HayHouse.co.uk: £10.00 (Save 29%)

                                    

                                                                                                             

                       

Description 

 

Sometimes you need a simple and to-the-point answer to your questions, such as 'Is it "Yes" or "No"?' and 'When will I get that job... meet my soul mate... move to a better location?' and so on. Angel Answers Oracle Cards offer you trustworthy guidance when a short-but-sweet response is required.

If you're navigating through a confusing situation, this card deck will yield straightforward answers to give you the clarity you're seeking. Doreen Virtue and Radleigh Valentine, bestselling authors of Angel Tarot Cards, bring you an oracle card deck that cuts to the chase with the most pertinent information you need. The 44 beautifully illustrated cards come with step-by-step instructions in the accompanying guidebook. For those who have never worked with angelic energy before, or who are introducing a client to their unique power, these cards will be an invaluable tool.

                    

 

My Review:

 

When I first opened these oracle cards I was blew away. The designs on the cards are just so breathtakingly beautiful that I find it hard to not just pick them up and look at.

 

 

 

 

We've seen Doreen and Radleigh team up for a small number of angel themed tarot cards and the artwork hasn't been overall that impressive with many people commenting on the poor photo-shopping of images, but this hasn't discouraged them from coming back with a regular set of oracle cards. I'm extremely glad they did as these cards are not only beautiful, but for me they carry a higher energy to them, and have so far proved highly accurate for both myself, my mum, and a general daily reading for our home.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What I particularly like about these cards is that they contain 'timing' cards which a lot of clients and we ourselves have wanted for so long. Now we can ask; "When will I see an improvement in my finances?" "How long will it take for me to meet my soulmate?" and "When should I be aiming to start my new business/blog/health regime/hobby...etc?"

Now these oracle cards can provide answers such as; "A year from now", "You're Ready", "In the coming months" and they can also provide messages of probability with; "Yes" Yes!", "Unlikely, "It's up to you", "No", and "No!".

 

Also, I really do love the inclusion of a couple of ascended masters in this oracle deck. I actually want to try out using these cards combined with Doreen's Ascended Masters oracle deck. Although, I assume that these cards will work absolutely beautifully with all decks. I can only suggest that you purchase yourself a deck and make 2015 the year that you get Angel Answers....

I'll leave you with a few more of the images from this wonderful and beautiful oracle deck.

 

 

 

 

 

 

FTC Disclosure: I received these oracle cards for free from Hay House Publishing for this review. The opinion in this review is unbiased and reflects my honest judgment of the product.

 

My Rating:

 

 

About the Author:
 

 

 

 Doreen Virtue holds B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. degrees in counseling psychology; and is a lifelong clairvoyant who works with the angelic realm. Doreen is the author of Healing with the Angels, How to Hear Your Angels, Messages from Your Angels, Archangels & Ascended Masters, Solomon's Angels, and the Archangel Oracle Cards, among other works. Her products are available in most languages worldwide.

Doreen has appeared on Oprah, CNN, The View, and other television and radio programs; and writes regular columns for Woman’s World, New Age Retailer, and Spirit & Destiny magazines. For more information on Doreen and the workshops she presents, please visit www.AngelTherapy.com.

You can listen to Doreen’s live weekly radio show, and call her for a reading, by www.HayHouseRadio.com®
Please visit her Website: www.AngelTherapy.com®

                                      

 

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Radleigh Valentine is an internationally known speaker, author, spiritual intuitive, and radio-show host. He has studied tarot for more than 20 years and teaches workshops around the U.S. He is also the creator of RadScopes, weekly horoscopes with an enchanting twist of tarot.