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Skateboards and Spellcraft

12/17/2013

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I'm going to use skateboarding as my example of applying spellcasting and magick into everyday life.

Magick and spellcasting comes from working with what is naturally within you and all around you. The seasons, the tides, the energies of the planet and environment. Contrary to popular belief, it is not as mysterious or mystical as pop-culture has portrayed it.

A spell in essence, is the gathering and focus of energy which is then used for creation. Everything that we consciously or unconsciously, do, say, and think creates something new in our lives. This can happen through what naturally comes to fruition as a result of the energies given off when we interact with the mental, physical, and spiritual parts of our lives. As everything is created through vibration, everything that comes out from us, whether it be thought, words, deeds, rituals, and so forth, sends out an energy into the world. What follows afterwards leads to further creation and manifestation of it into the world.

Something that I have seen a lot of is spells for skateboarders who may or may not even know that what they are doing in their board setup rituals are spells themselves. Some cut out images into the griptape of their skateboards, or draw or write little symbols or words onto it. This is to embed the board with the magickal blessings of the power of these symbols and words.

I had a friend who used to grab a corner of his shirt and make a sign of the cross before filming each of his tricks. A bit like his way of acknowledging his power and giving him his confidence to overcome all and succeed, to which he did most of the time.

Aside from the little rituals that I have noticed in some skateboarders, I would like to comment on the nature of connecting with the five elements as a skateboarder and how this has assisted the process of learning, progressing, having fun, and creating physically through movement, and visually through video filming and editing;

- Feeling my board under my feet is my most obvious connection to Earth when I am out skateboarding. A connection to the element of Earth is also made in rolling around in the environment, whether it be in the park or in the street and making your own personal connection with your surroundings, be in wheels, boards, hands, feet and so on.
- Fire makes its connection in skateboarding through the passion which comes from creativity and inspiration. The fire is always lit as the possibilities to skateboard at a spot are limitless. I also feel that fire is the drive that comes from wanting to create something, whether it be landing a trick or filming a trick for someone else, that makes us switch into a trance-like state to override and overcome doubt, fear, and anyone or anything that tries to stand in the way.
- The element of Air comes from not only being off the ground, but in the way that logic and thought ties in with being able to make those quick decisions and coordinate body and mind as one unit. Air also makes its connection present through applying wisdom and knowledge of how a concept will initally play out in this game!
- The element of Water comes with being able to imagine and visualise and make that a reality. Imagining the possibilities, rolling up to something, doing something, and rolling away. See it in your mind and feel it in your body. Smile at success! Looking at a spot in a unique and skating it in an intuitive way, that is the essence of connecting to the element of water. Go with the flows, notice the tides - when is your street spot best to skate? Is road or human traffic affected by the timing of when you go there?
- Spirit makes its presence noticed on a skateboard through the feeling of simply being when all of these elements work together and fun is had. Looking back on the end of the day, whether it be in reflection or taking a look at photos or video footage, it is such an inspiring and empowering feeling.

Reflecting on skateboarding and the influence of the elements, I am proud to openly declare that I, am a spellcaster. I work with what is natural, and that is magick. Intention into action, focus into the hocus and the pocus. There is nothing mystical or mysterious about it. It is all very real, far more real than we any of us have ever realised. I am sure that you are a spellcaster yourself as well. Knowing this, you can live and lead a more mindful and present life, creating all the things that are for your highest good!

I'm sure that there are many other spells or rituals that can be seen as "spells", due to the purpose they serve and the meaning which they have been given over the years. If you would like to post about your own instances of spellcasting in your everyday life, we would love to hear more from you. Thank you :)

Blessings and love,
Nathan and Friends O:)

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Photo by Sam Stephenson
Casting spells and working natural magic is about empowering you to understand what goes on in life through becoming attuned to what is within a person and what is going on around them - the elements, seasons, tides, lunar cycles, environment, and availability of resources. Now that we have a basic idea about what a spell is, it is important to note, that any kind of a ritual, in truth, is a spell. It involves thinking of an intention and acting upon that intention through a series of actions. One very common example of a spell is blowing out candles for a birthday cake. It is a spell going back to Roman Times to honour the goddess Diana, for good wishes and to celebrate the moon and goddess.

Have a think about some of the rituals in your life and see if you can discover any insights into their origins, and reflect on the intention and impacts that they have on your life.

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Taking a Leap of Faith

12/7/2013

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Taking guided action and creating something new in your life is like diving off a waterfall. Initially it might be scary standing at the edge and looking down into the water.

You've got the intention to land in the water, and once you are on the edge, looking at that water below you, you realise that the water is flowing off the cliff naturally
and it will catch you.

Leap! The water isn't going anywhere!

This same principle is applied to making things happen in your life. Set your intention, do what you need to in order to follow up with it, and just go for it. Trust nature!

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Life beckons us to give it a shot and to give it all that we've got. We learn from the past and aspire for the future, however, it is what we do in the here and now that brings the magic to life.

Many of us do not have life simply handed to us on a plate, nor do we magically arrive at our destination without a journey, without a purpose, without any effort involved. Where would our 'being' in life take place if we just appeared? Creation is a process that takes place in the present moment, one step at a time.


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I'd like to briefly share a little story about my own leap of faith and the creation that followed.

Last year when I left Australia for Okinawa, Japan, all I had packed with me was my suitcase and a feeling that I would be staying in Okinawa longer than my intended 2 months. I arrived in the August, spent some time with my Fiancee (we weren't married yet), and then did a homestay and internship with the International School. When this internship finished, I had another 2 weeks in Okinawa before I was supposed to return to Sydney.

During those extra 2 weeks, I applied for an English Teacher job at the International School. My departure date was getting close, and it was 3 days before I was set to fly back to Sydney. I had not heard back from my job application. I couldn't bear the thought of leaving Kumiko behind once again. My Monkey Mind was chattering away saying "what are you going to do for work if you stay longer in Okinawa?" "what if you don't get this job and you're stuck in Okinawa? How will you support yourself?" "what if?" "what if?"

I meditated upon it, and I felt that feeling of staying longer. It felt right and it felt really really good - a warmth in my heart. Despite the chatter of Monkey Mind, I thought of my present moment feelings and my heart said to stay in Okinawa. Right away, I rescheduled my flight back to Sydney and decided to extend my stay until the end of the year to visit Sydney with Kumiko. I also purchased another flight from Sydney to Okinawa. All the same flights as Kumiko.

"Well Universe, I leave this up to you."

And so I did. Monkey Mind was worrying again. "What if you made the wrong decision?", it chattered.

I breathed deeply, and I let those feelings go.
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Within the next hour, the school called my cellphone, telling me that my job application was accepted. They asked me when I could start working.

I started work at my new school on the following Monday and I stayed in Okinawa for an extra year. Being away from home, made me feel more at home with myself. I felt empowered as a teacher, like I could accept and claim my role and newfound passion for teaching. I felt empowered as a Clairvoyant Healer, as I was living and leading by example and really putting myself to the test - applying principles that I had taught to my clients and students over the years, to really embrace those teachings and make them a part of my life. Although probably not commonly known as a Pagan society, Okinawa, was just that - rich in their cultural aspects, worship of the lands and ancestors, it felt wonderful to be in a place that was so accepting and welcoming!

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I felt strongly guided to return to Sydney, Australia in October this year, two months earlier before my wife and family, I left Okinawa with a sense of nerves and excitement, and as the time for my family's arrival draws near, and there are things to consider about our future here together, I reflect on the things that created all this in first place. My leap of faith, taking guided action, and giving life all that I have to give.

I love my life and I love my family. Thank you Universe for giving me the opportunities to strengthen my connection with the all that is and thank you for the opportunities that I am presented to exercise my Divine Magic, which is inherent, inborn, and a part of each and all living things.

Blessings, love and light,
Nathan and Friends O:)

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