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2026 is Year 1 for Me

2026 is Year 1 for Me

I’ve created a challenge for myself, but you’re invited to follow or join…

You may be thinking, Life is hard enough. Why create a challenge?

I believe that 2025 will stand out in history books as more than a quarterly marker in the 21st century. The events of this past year represent a dramatic shift in world politics, societal systems, and cultural norms—affecting every level of collective and personal living.

Maybe calling it a “dramatic shift” is too gentle. Things are broken. And this time, irrevocably. Our lives will never be the same.

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This is the Year to Clear the Air

This is the Year to Clear the Air

For those unfamiliar with space-clearing techniques, dried sage bundles and palo santo (“holy wood” from South America) are often burned in energy-clearing rituals. The practice of using these items to banish negativity and restore harmony is called smudging.

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Have You Set Your Word for 2026?

Have You Set Your Word for 2026?

For 2026, I’m zooming in to spotlight the forefront. Not giving up my farsighted view—I physically can’t. But I can adapt my zoom lens for the close-up view. And that’s what the image at top represents to me. It’s telling me to shift my focus from big-picture macro view to close-up micro perspective—at least for now, for this year.

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They’re Called “Signs” for a Reason

They’re Called “Signs” for a Reason

Any good astrologer will tell you that your sun sign is only part of what determines your unique makeup. Your rising sign, moon sign, and placement of the various planets at the specific time and place of your birth all contribute to your cosmic blueprint.

Yet not even these celestial combinations mean your fate is sealed or that you have no control over your destiny. Free will always reigns supreme.

However, knowing the traits and characteristics central to your spiritual DNA can prove helpful when navigating your life’s path.

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Finding Balance Amid Chaos

Finding Balance Amid Chaos

This card’s illustration shows the Priestess of Balance with both hands up, light extending from her palms to Universal connection. She represents the need to balance yin and yang, receptive and active, or feminine and masculine energies.

But how do you do that?

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Will October bring miracles or more mayhem?

Will October bring miracles or more mayhem?

Monday, October 6 marks the Full Moon in Aries and an extraordinary opportunity to let go of lingering emotions surrounding past events.

Yet this Aries Full Moon is more about stepping into your power with clarity and conviction than tending old wounds. It can represent a turning point, lighting your fire to fight for yourself and what you want.

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Shelley-Lieber

Shelley Lieber is a writer, intuitive channel, and certified energy healer.