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Brat Bríde: A Healing Tradition of Brigid’s Eve

ipsadminJanuary 31, 2024July 15, 2024

Explore the Irish spiritual and cultural tradition of the Brat Bríde, where a simple ribbon or piece of cloth transforms into a potent talisman of healing on Brigid's Eve, and...

Contemporary Paganism Festivals

Irish Pagan Ritual for Imbolc

ipsadminJanuary 24, 2024February 12, 2024

As the wheel of the year turns, we welcome Imbolc, the traditional Irish Fire Festival or Cross Quarter day, with a simple Pagan ritual marking the beginning of Spring. Celebrated...

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5 Day Imbolc Challenge

ipsadminJanuary 18, 2024February 12, 2024

Our Imbolc Challenge offers a unique opportunity to connect deeply with the themes of renewal, balance, and growth inherent in the Imbolc festival season over 5 days of simple reflection. ...

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Imbolc Fire Festival Cheat Sheet

ipsadminJanuary 17, 2024March 13, 2025

This is your guide to understanding Imbolc (Imbolg) in Ireland, with Lora O'Brien. Today we're turning our focus to the rich traditions and nuanced discussions surrounding this Fire festival, so...

Festivals Guest Posts Irish Folklore Magic

What Is Handsel Monday in Folk Tradition?

ipsadminDecember 31, 2023January 9, 2024

This article takes a closer look at the customs and etymology behind the fascinating concept of Handsel Monday, a term steeped in Irish and Scottish tradition. Originating from a blend...

Contemporary Paganism Festivals

The Winter Solstice in Ireland: My Vigil for Grianstad an Gheimhridh

ipsadminDecember 9, 2023January 9, 2024

Although my personal practice for the Winter Solstice is not attested in any ancient text... it holds deep significance for me, and many others have found peace, hope, and even...

Festivals Irish Folklore

Samhain Fire Festival Cheat Sheet

ipsadminOctober 27, 2023March 13, 2025

This is your guide to understanding Samhain in Ireland, with Lora O'Brien. Today we're turning our focus to the rich traditions and nuanced discussions surrounding Samhain in Ireland, so we...

Contemporary Paganism Festivals

Healthy Boundaries Make for Safe Communities

ipsadminSeptember 29, 2023February 12, 2024

There is a crucial concept that forms the foundation of strong and safe communities: healthy boundaries. We have seen a real profound impact of setting and respecting boundaries on the...

Beginners Festivals Reviews The Sidhe

The Richness of Irish Folklore

ipsadminSeptember 8, 2023February 12, 2024

As the dawn kisses the Irish landscape out my window here in County Waterford - re-awakening the ancient spirits that dwell in the lakes, stones, trees and mountains - I...

Contemporary Paganism Festivals Irish Folklore

Lúnasa Fire Festival Cheat Sheet

ipsadminJuly 31, 2023March 13, 2025

Beyond the tales of gods and heroes, the Irish Festival of Lúnasa (Lughnasadh) is deeply rooted in the nurturing embrace of Mother Earth. The bountiful harvests of grain and the...