Have you spent the past few days wishing for warmth and the sun? You are so not alone, witch. 

We've been sipping on copious amounts of tea and keeping the fire place burning. It's humbling to be at the mercy of the elements, and we're ready to emerge from this icy storm with a fresh perspective and a profound appreciation of warm embodiment. If you've been craving a change of pace from being stuck in the house, let us paint you a picture.

Your hands are warm from the cup of tea you carry around. Your mind is enriched and enthralled as you curl up on the couch, pouring into the new tarot book you just discovered. Your curiosity? Piqued. There's so many oracle decks to unbox (is today the day? Are you going to meet a new guide?) Your heart is soothed because your runes reading helped you tap into what's needed to come back to center. Your social battery is recharged from spending the evening joining magically witchy babes talking about the magic of plants. Your cup is full. There is a light at the end of the dark, icy tunnel.

This is the dream we're weaving together tomorrow and you're cordially invited, babes. Here's all of the exciting magic happening to make this dream a reality:

It's Witch Appreciation Day! At Seagrape January is the month of Guiding Light, which means we'll be celebrating all the different ways to connect to that internal thread inside you that guides and uplifts.

Runes Readings from 12-4. Espen Artio is joining us from Seattle to share their wisdom and ancestral practice with us. This practice of divination brings you messages through an array of patterns that are discerned by the reader. If you're feeling stuck, or have never had a runes reading before, this is a great chance to shake out of stagnancy and gain a fresh perspective. Readings are first come first serve, but you can call the shop to reserve a spot at 503-374-6801. Walk ins are also more than welcome.

Plant Circle is taking place from 5:30-6:30 PST, and this month we're diving into St. Johns Wort! While we're of the opinion it's always a great time to connect with plants, this magic is feeling especially potent considering we've all been cooped up for the past week. St. Johns Wort is a phenomenal energetic ally for seasonal blues and operates like an herbal ray of sunshine for your cloudy mind. If this is magic you need, come join us! We only have 3 spots left- space is limited because it's an in person only gathering.

The cold can feel particularly isolating, especially when the best course for safety is staying put. This is your reminder that you don't have to do everything alone, and we'd love to have you. Let us pour you a cup of tea and hang out for awhile.

A Grounding Ritual for the Uprooted Mind

When our minds have been uprooted, we're severed from the information our sensual bodies have to offer us. If your desire is to root down and return to center, but it feels like a tornado just ripped through your nervous system, use this guided grounding ritual to return to energetic neutral.

Wherever you are in the current moment — whether you're sitting, standing, or laying down — locate your body in the environment. Spend some time orienting yourself within and around your body; is it more comfortable to perceive yourself from the inside out, or the outside in? Are there areas of your body that want to share information with you? Simply give yourself an opportunity to sink into awareness. You don't need to do anything with your discoveries at this time. Just notice, and get curious about how you're noticing.

Gently bring your attention to your center of gravity. Where in your body feels like center? Alternatively, where in your body does your consciousness sit? What is the most sensitive, aware, or fluid area of your body in this moment? If it feels good, bring your hands to this area. Imagine a small, warm seed of light right beneath your hands — how does this seed want to stretch and expand? Where in your body does this seed want to get to?

Help this seed travel; imagine soft, glowing roots branching out from the seed, and let your hands guide these roots where they need to go. Move your palms along your belly, up onto your diaphragm and chest, out towards your shoulders and elbows and fingers. Imagine each root of light stretching to follow your hands, until your entire body is lit up from within. What does it feel like to hold the sensation of warmth in your throat, your ribs, the backs of your knees? Are there any messages from your body that you feel ready to hear right now?

Take a moment to welcome yourself back into your body, and your body back into relationship with you. Modify this visualization to suit your needs depending on your environment, and remember that grounding is a skill anyone can develop! You don't need anything to do this work beyond the present moment and a willingness to turn towards your body for connection and support. Groundedness looks and feels different for every witch; it doesn't only mean standing with your feet in the grass, or setting aside half an hour to meditate and journal in the morning. Getting grounded can happen wherever you are.