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We talk a lot about planetary alignment or planetary movement, but what does it really mean? When a planet goes into retrograde, it means it it rotating in its opposite direction. This is why it can feel like things are going haywire during a retrograde–things are going backwards or in the wrong direction. Every retrograde is different, though, because it depends upon what planet is going through it. Before we go into any movements of the planets, I thought we should discuss

Cinnamon is one of the most commonly used spices in the world of witchcraft. Its versatility leaves it to appear in many rituals and on many altars. The purpose of cinnamon is vast, hence why its use is so widespread. Its history is as rich and deep as its flavor. Native to India, it was widely exported. One of the biggest imports was Ancient Egypt. The Egyptians used cinnamon in embalming. This led to the spice being burned as incense in the burial and funeral process. It sy

The New Moon and the Full Moon come at opposite points of the moon cycle. While these sister phases are obviously different, what exactly IS the difference? I think folklore, media, and stereotypes have done a great job with Full Moon coverage. We know what a full moon looks like. Perfectly round and the biggest it gets. It can really light up a night sky. You may even see the moon look more orange or red in color, seemingly very close to the Earth. That usually occurs within

Now that we have become more familiar with our Tarot readers, let’s get more familiar with Tarot! Some of our readers here at the shop have been practicing for decades. While each of us have our own personal history with Tarot, what is the history of Tarot? Pretty much everyone in the community will agree that the first edition of the Rider-Waite deck, published in 1909, is the universal Tarot deck. Despite the Waite-Smith deck setting the modern standard of meaning and illus

LOLLY: We are back yet again with another reader… She is personally my favorite in the shop. Lolly, I am so honored to be here. LOLLY: The honor is mine, girl. I absolutely adore you. I just love your work. LOL: I love YOUR work, are you kidding me?! And I must say, you look so stunning. I’m actually floored. LOL: You must be looking in a mirror because you are so beautiful. LOL: I can feel myself blushing. So, you just passed your one year with Illuminate Your Spirit? LOL: Y

Lolly: Good afternoon and happy Sunday! Mick: Happy Sunday! L: Sunday is your day! M: It is. Come see me! Everybody come see me on Sundays. Me and Libby! L: 12 to 4, right? M: Yes, 12 to 4. L: Great. And you’ve been at the shop for over a year now! M: I have. February of ‘25. L: Wow. So, how did you find Illuminate? M: Well, you know, I am native to Canton. So I knew them when they were next to Earth Lore. I think I had popped into the shop. I saw that they were hiring here,

Lolly: You’ll never believe who’s here with me. It’s Danielle! Danielle: What’s up?! L: What is going on? How are you? D: Pretty good. L: So, you’ve been here six years? D: Six years, yeah. But before that, I was on and off. My sister originally worked here, but if she needed a day off, I would step in. L: Well, that’s so nice! It is truly a family business. D: Yup! My mom and me are still here. My sister and my aunt once worked here. And of course, my baby Luna is an honora

Lolly: It’s Friday afternoon so I am kickin’ it with Libby, as usual! Libby, what is up?! Libby: Not much, what is up with you?! LOL: Hahaha LIB: Haha, just enjoying the sunshine. LOL: Just enjoying the sunshine! Busy today, you usually are. You’re here on the weekends, though. Obviously, it’s pretty busy for ya. LIB: Friday, Saturday, Sunday! LOL: Yup. You’re on your eighth year here? LIB: I am. It doesn’t feel like its been eight years. I think I started May of 2018. LOL: B

Lolly: Sue, it is so good to see you. How are you doing? Sue: I’m wonderful, thank you. Good to see you. L: Of course! Every Monday, every Friday. How long have you been with Illuminate Your Spirit? S: At least 12 years. L: What all do you do at the shop? S: I am an intuitive who does readings with Tarot, Oracle cards, medicine wheel. I happen to be Irish and Native American, so you get a good, big mix of soup there. I actually do whatever is needed for the person in front of

To continue Women's History Month, we have an exclusive interview with the shop's longest standing employee, Reiki Master Sheri! Lolly: Today, we are talking to our resident Reiki Master, Sheri Godman-Lumley! Good afternoon, Sheri, how are you? Sheri: I’m very well thank you, how are you? Lolly: I’m doing good, I’m doing good. Happy to see you! We catch each other sometimes - not all the time - but sometimes. So, this was a nice little Friday surprise! You are Illuminate’s lo

For the next few weeks, we will be posting a weekly interview with everyone at the shop. This week, we are starting with Shelly Paull, the owner of Illuminate Your Spirit. What a great way to celebrate Women's History Month. Lolly: What better way to kick off our blog than with an insider interview with Illuminate's very own Shelly Paull?! Shelly, how are you today? Shelly: I’m doing great, I got to have the day off so I’m doing great! L: Amazing, I love that. So, you’re the

We’ve had our website for quite a while now, so we decided it is time to really utilize it. Introducing: the Illuminate Your Spirit official blog! Run by Danielle (shop keeper) and Lolly (resident reader), you will find all kinds of mystical fun on this page! Our goal is to post something new every week, so be on the look-out Monday evenings. Don’t worry, we will remind you on Tuesday ;) Working hard, or hardly working? Don't be fooled, we DO love what we do. To kick off our