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This morning, I walked beneath the oak trees, and the ground was littered with acorns—small, shining treasures scattered like blessings. I bent down to pick one up, and as soon as I held it in my palm, I felt the hum of quiet power. It always amazes me that something so tiny can hold the strength and wisdom of an entire oak within it.

To me, acorns are little reminders from the Earth: you are capable of becoming more than you imagine. They are seeds of resilience, guardians of protection, and messengers of prosperity. Whenever I hold one, I think of all the beginnings I’ve been too afraid to start, and how growth never looks grand in the beginning—it looks small, humble, almost unnoticeable.

My Ways with Acorns

• I keep one on my altar for protection, anointed with cedar oil. It feels like a shield against whatever tries to rattle my…

Coffin nails have a long history in folk magic and witchcraft, especially in Hoodoo and other traditions, where they’re considered powerful tools for protection, banishing, and boundary-setting. ✨🖤

Here are some ways coffin nails are traditionally used for protection:

🔮 Warding the Home

Place coffin nails at the four corners of your property (or at the threshold and windows) to create a protective barrier.

Some practitioners anoint them with protective oils (like fiery wall of protection, rosemary, or frankincense) before burying them.

💥Personal Protection

Use for mental clarity, freedom, communication, travel, and fresh perspectives.

🌿 Lavender

• Metaphysical properties: Calming the mind, promoting clarity, enhancing communication

• Use for: Peaceful thoughts, speaking your truth, relieving mental tension

🍃 Lemongrass

• Metaphysical properties: Clears stagnant energy, uplifts the spirit, improves mental focus

What happens to someone who has a spiritual awakening can be life-altering, but it’s also deeply personal and unique to each person.

Here’s a grounded, yet compassionate look at what typically unfolds:

1. You See the World Differently

Your perception shifts. You may begin to see beyond surface appearances, feel more connected to everything around you, and notice deeper meaning in everyday experiences. The illusion of separateness may dissolve—at least in moments—and unity becomes more real.

2. Your Values and Priorities Change

Money, status, and external achievements may lose their grip on you. You might become more focused on authenticity, compassion, inner peace, service, or simply being present. Life becomes less about doing and more about being.