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How to Pick a Pile? Some of us focus on the image that seems to call to us most, some intuitively choose regardless of picture. Don't overthink it. Choose whichever pile you feel called to. It may even be more than one!

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Pile 1:

Solitude and inner work is what’s next on your journey. Finding your own strength is really important too. Childhood strength can be useful here. What made you feel strong as a kid? Tap into that to access the best version of you. Hard questions may need to be answered, but don’t stop believing that there is good on the horizon. Always make space in your heart for that possibility.

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Pile 2:

Access the most innocent part of you that you had to leave behind. Similar to pile 1, there is strength in something you felt and did as a child. Maybe you need to believe in magic again. Maybe you need that childlike hope again. Rewatch childhood movies and spend time with loved ones. When you let go of what makes you hard and rough, your magic will stick and you won’t have anything in your way anymore.

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Pile 3:

You may have been drawn to pile 2. In both piles, I got a Peter Pan vibe. Be bold in your adventure called life. Don’t be afraid to do something brave and daring. Don’t hurt others, but don’t hide your true self either. If you want to do something, do it. Peter Pan was not afraid to fly and fight Captain Hook.

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😍How Do You Become The Best Version of Yourself? 🤩

How to Pick a Pile? Some of us focus on the image that seems to call to us most, some intuitively choose regardless of picture. Don't overthink it. Choose whichever pile you feel called to. It may even be more than one!

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🎉Donations and gifts are never required but always appreciated

Pile 1:

Solitude and inner work is what’s next on your journey. Finding your own strength is really important too. Childhood strength can be useful here. What made you feel strong as a kid? Tap into that to access the best version of you. Hard questions may need to be answered, but don’t stop believing that there is good on the horizon. Always make space in your heart for that possibility.

💕Leave a note or check out other platforms If you'd like to further support me!

Pile 2:

Access the most innocent part of you that you had to leave behind. Similar to pile 1, there is strength in something you felt and did as a child. Maybe you need to believe in magic again. Maybe you need that childlike hope again. Rewatch childhood movies and spend time with loved ones. When you let go of what makes you hard and rough, your magic will stick and you won’t have anything in your way anymore.

💕Leave a note or check out other platforms If you'd like to further support me!

Pile 3:

You may have been drawn to pile 2. In both piles, I got a Peter Pan vibe. Be bold in your adventure called life. Don’t be afraid to do something brave and daring. Don’t hurt others, but don’t hide your true self either. If you want to do something, do it. Peter Pan was not afraid to fly and fight Captain Hook.

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Urania deep dive

Lady Urania, The muse and goddess of astronomy, may clouds, the freckles of the sky, remind you of the stars, and Lady Urania.  Lady Urania is an Oceanid,  a minor goddess, and is commonly referred to as Lady Aphrodite, But Lady Urania may be worshiped as an individual goddess and has been seen so in ancient Hymns. I am not a worshiper/devotee of Urania but I know well she is amazing, so please respect her, she is a wonderful goddess, even the birds who sing well even dream of her voice, for when she sings along the Muses, the world stops just to see them play.

Herbs •Moonflower or night gladiolus, any plants that grow in the dark and during the night, the flowers called aster (meaning star).

Animals• Tortoise, (the rest is non recorded so this list is UPG) star fish, ursa bear, 

Zodiac • all, but mostly Aquarius because it is rumored that she was born under that star.

Colors • Dark blue

Crystal• (none recorded so this is all UPG) Sapphires and rubies, as well as rose quartz, spinel and garnet (birthstones), star diopside, star tourmaline, star spinel, star peridot, amethyst.

Symbols• Tortoise (the symbol of domestic modesty and chastity), a golden globe, and a golden rod, stars, Astrolabe, Quadrant, Celestial Globe, Scroll, Lyre, heaven imagery

Jewelry you can wear in their honor• vails, stars shaped necklaces, bracelets, etc.

Patron of• Astronomy, Guiding, Constellations, and the stories of heroes preserved in the stars, she was also told to be able to tell the future by reading the stars while they were being put in place, how to predict the seasons, and how to navigate the sea, Scholars, mathematics and knowledge, some say law and order.

Offerings• globe and compass, Astronomy tools, sail curtains, zodiac charts, moon water, eclipse water, sun water, star imergy, candles that are blue and white/black, gold colored stands, wine, pray, photos of herself, photos of the stars, star charts, globe, astrology tools.

Devotional• Go star-seeing, Read the stars, wish on shooting stars, go camping under the stars, make star charts, go canoeing in a lake and row towards your favorite star, Vail in blue, sing in her honor, dance in her honor, listen to music in their honor, pray, study in their honor, study about them.

Epithet's• Heavenly Dweller and Pandemos (Of All the People) 

Equivalents• Selene, Aphrodite, Asteria

Signs their reaching out• seeing their symbols and names, seeing a sudden drawn to them and stars and astrology

Vows/omans• to be a muse.

Number• 9, she is the 9th muse.

Morals• lawfully natural.

Courting• Apollo, Hermes, Amphimarus

Past lovers/crushes• Apollo, Hermes, Amphimarus

Personality• She often looks deep in thought, wondering about the stars, she is often associated to be serious in hymns. 

Home• Mount Olympus

Mortal or immortal • Immortal 

Fact•  Was there when Lady Persephone was abducted by Lord Hades, she can talk to the dead, and she can protect sailors from sea creatures 

Curses• not being able to remember anything she is association with, being bad at the things she is the patron of.

Blessings• being able to see shooting stars, seeing stars in a cloudy day, having inspiration about the future and about astrology.

Roots• She originally came from Athens, and her cult was rooted there.

Friends• the muses, Oceanids and Olympians

Parentage• Zeus and Dione, or Zeus and Titan Mnemosyne, or Titans Oceanus and Tethys.

Siblings• oceanids, and the muses

Pet• none

Children •  Linos (Urania and the possible dads are, Amphimaros, Apollon, and Hermes), and Hymenaios (Urania and Apollon)

Appearance in astral or gen• Long gorgeous Brown hair, brown eyes in deep thought, pale skin, often shown in a dark blue toga with stars.

Festivals • Museia (Μούσεια) was a festival dedicated to Muses which was held every fifth year on the lower slopes of Mount Helicon in Boeotia.

Season • all

Day • night

Status• oceanid, immortal, high in power and lives in mount olympus 

What angers them• insults

Music they like• everything?

Planet• the Sun, stars are suns! And the planet uranus 

Tarot cards• nine constellations formed around the major arcana cards which have identifying digits from one to nine.

Remind me of• constellations, my music taste, dancing.

Scents/Incense • Iris, myrrh, frankincense, 

Prayers• 

To the muses 

O Muses, from whom all stories flow Like the waters of the Hippocrene,

that pours from Helicon’s towering heights onto the sacred planes of Greece; Daughters of Zeus and mothers of song, whose voices sound like chiming bells, heard in the ripples of the stream and the calling of the wind, singing stories older than the many languages of men; Your voices sing within my soul And always have, since I was born, Urania, who in my youth led me to a sacred stream, and turned my face up to the stars; Calliope, who leads me through the lengthy stories that I tell; Terpsichore, who compels my limbs to express what’s in my heart; Euterpe and Erato, who with their sweet voices, charm my soul; Polyhymnia, who speaks to me now, encouraging me to praise the gods; Clio, she who calls my glance back to the rich lore of the past; Thalia and Melpomene, the witty players on life’s stage, who remind me to enjoy the show, and teach me how to cope with endings. Pegasus brought me to you, Once, very long ago. And in that time you’ve taught me well How to sing and dance and write, the many arts of lorekeeping. Sisters, now I call to you– fill me with the voice divine, so that always, always the words will come. 

-https://www.tumblr.com/nyxshadowhawk/752971875692462080/my-hymn-to-the-muses 

Links/websites/sources •https://www.britannica.com/topic/Urania-Greek-Muse https://www.perseus.tufts.edu/hopper/text?doc=Perseus%3Atext%3A1999.01.0138%3Ahymn%3D2 https://www.theoi.com/Ouranios/MousaOurania.html https://uranialondon.com/blogs/news/urania-the-greek-muse-of-astronomy-and-celestial-poetry#:~:text=Her%20worship%20and%20cult%20were,divine%20love%20and%20spiritual%20connection. https://mylifetea.com/blogs/the-gods/a-brief-introduction-to-urania-the-muse-of-astronomy https://www.tumblr.com/evermore-grimoire/750440089330630656/the-evermore-grimoire-greek-mythology-urania https://www.reddit.com/r/mythology/comments/e76bbn/what_flora_would_you_associate_with_each_of_the_9/ https://www.reddit.com/r/NoStupidQuestions/comments/s4u4c3/is_there_any_animal_associated_with_stars/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pierides_(mythology)#:~:text=In%20Greek%20mythology%2C%20the%20Pierides,sometimes%20called%20by%20this%20name. 

Lady Urania, The muse and goddess of astronomy, may clouds, the freckles of the sky, remind you of the stars, and Lady Urania.  Lady Urania is an Oceanid,  a minor goddess, and is commonly referred to as Lady Aphrodite, But Lady Urania may be worshiped as an individual goddess and has been seen so in ancient Hymns, even the birds who sing well even dream of her voice, for when she sings along the Muses, the world stops just to see them play.

I use resources, I do not own the info, and most deep dives have UPG (that I use in my work.) And I only take some information from sources. I am 14, this is my hobby, I am learning but I spent many hours and days on this, and I am always open to criticism. I have been doing worship for 5 years. Please know you can use the info, I do not sue, but I will take action if this work is used without permission and not put as a resource if used in any work. without permisson and not put as a resource if used in any work, for the public.

Okay, this never happens. I just sat down for a solid 3 and a half hours and wrote a fic from start to end in a draft format that closely resembles mid-draft as opposed to first draft. My concentration never wavered.

I’m afraid

The Nine Muses

This is a very simple post about the Muses in hopes of explaining who they are, what their domains are, and some things they may be able to help with. This post isn't a deep dive by any means - just a simple introduction. Enjoy!

Who are the Muses?

The Muses, or Mousai, are goddesses of inspiration for various creative, scientific, and poetic endeavors. They were believed to also have knowledge of all things that have come to pass, remembering events with clarity that mortals could not hope to have. Their names are Kalliope, Kleio, Ourania, Thaleia, Melpomene, Polymnia, Erato, Euterpe, and Terpsikhore.

In total, there are nine Muses. The god Apollon was often believed to be the leader of the Muses, having a very close connection with them. The goddess Artemis was also paired with them.

Their origin and family varied depending on the source, but the most common notion was that Zeus and Mnemosyne are their parents and that they were born at the foot of Mount Olympus. Some other possible parents are Ouranos and Gaia, Zeus and Plousia, Pieros and Antiope, or even Apollon.

Poets of the past used to invoke the names of the Muses in hopes of gaining inspiration and the ability to gracefully convey their words. When a connection was drawn between them and Apollo, they were also known for their prophetic abilities as well, even being said to teach the art of prophecy.

What are each of their domains?

Kalliope - The eldest of the Muses, she is the goddess of eloquence and epic poetry. She is often considered the mother of Orpheus. She was depicted with a tablet, a scroll, or (later on) a lyre. Her name has been translated to mean "beautiful-voiced".

Kleio - Wise and intelligent, she is named the goddess of history. In art, she was often depicted with an open scroll or chest full of books. Her name was translated as "to make famous".

Ourania - Associated with the stars, she is the goddess of astronomy and astronomical writings. She has been depicted pointing at a celestial globe with a rod, but I wasn't able to find more information on her symbols. Her name means "heavenly one".

Thaleia - A goddess that helps bring joy to the world, she is the goddess of comedy and bucolic poetry. She was also considered to be the mother of the Korybantes (a group of seven demigods). She was often depicted with a comedy mask, a shepherd's staff, or a wreath of ivy. Her name has been translated as "festivity" or "blooming".

Melpomene - Holding a domain more somber than the Muse above, she is the goddess of tragedy. She was named the mother of the Sirens by Apollodorus. She was depicted with a tragedy mask, a sword, a wreath of ivy, or cothurnus boots. Her name likely means "to celebrate with song (and dance)".

Polymnia - With a name meaning "many hymns" or "many praises", it's no surprise that she's the goddess of religious hymns. She was often portrayed in a meditative pose.

Erato - A Muse that needs no introduction, she is the goddess of erotic poetry and mime. She was often portrayed with a lyre. Her name means "lovely" or "beloved".

Euterpe - Likely full of rhymes and reasons, she is the goddess of lyric poetry. She was often depicted with a double flute. Her name likely means "well pleasing" or "giver of much delight".

Terpsikhore - Filled with music, she is the goddess of choral song and dancing. She was often depicted with a lyre and plectrum. Her name has been translated to "delighting in dance".

Kalliope - Speaking presentations, writing essays, script reading, reading/writing informational posts/articles/etc., interpreting poetry, poetry writing/reading, sharing your own poetry, communicating clearly with others, important conversations, coping with conflicts, addressing conflicts, making peace with others.

What are some things they can help with specifically?

***These are merely suggestions.***

Kleio - History exams/tests, studying classics/history, delving into your own history, discovering family history, recalling past events, writing myth retellings or similar, identifying patterns of behavior, releasing the past, learning from the past, finding hope for the future.

Ourania - Studying the stars/space, story-telling, understanding the universe around us, memorizing constellations, finding peace in the night, finding hope in the darkness, creating goals for yourself, "reaching for the stars", holding onto your wishes, finding a sense of direction.

Thaleia - Creating your own joy, finding what makes you happy, performing stand-up comedy, writing any form of comedy, play-writing, healthy positivity, learning to laugh things off, releasing stress/burdens, moving forward, expressing your joy.

Melpomene - Coping with hardships, moving through difficult times, releasing the past, forgiving oneself, coping with past mistakes/regret, healing from difficult events, coping with the "downs" of life, play-writing, telling tragic tales, addressing difficult topics sensitively.

Polymnia - Writing devotional poetry/hymns/songs/etc., growing closer with religion/devotion, inspiration for offerings/devotional acts, coping with religious difficulties, finding comfort/joy in religion, connecting with the divine, religious/spiritual writings, connecting with your practice.

Erato - Love letters, confessing your feelings through writings/songs/etc., connecting with sexuality, writing/reading erotic stories, communicating sexual needs, establishing/discovering sexual boundaries, sex positivity (especially through literature), embracing your sexual interests.

Euterpe - Writing poetry, interpreting poetry, communicating one's emotions, romanticizing life, sharing poetry with others, devotional poetry, expressing one's feelings through writing, processing emotions, finding the "right word" for a piece you're writing.

Terpsikhore - Song-writing, learning to dance, expressing yourself through dance/song, connecting with music, processing feelings with musical aid, instrument playing, choral/instrumental performances, writing a musical, musical theater, finding your voice, embracing who you are, expressing yourself.

Offering Ideas for the Muses

~ Since I don't see many posts on this topic, I've also included common "general" traditional offerings to the Greek pantheon. I did my best to come up with unique but simple ideas; I wanted to include things that most people could likely offer or do. I hope this list is helpful to someone. ~

Kalliope - Your favorite poetry, poetry books, poetry you wrote, musical instruments, writings you're proud of, devotional writing to her, a handmade scroll with your writing, your favorite pen/pencil, a quill, clay objects (especially tablets), gifts from your siblings (if applicable), imagery of Orpheus, lyre imagery, golden crown imagery. General: Imagery of here, incense (frankincense, patchouli, citrus, etc.), olive oil, olive branch, honey, water, baked goods, wine, rosemary, Orphic Hymn 0 or 75 (can be given to any Muse, but I'll only list it here since Kalliope is thought to be the mother of Orpheus).

Kleio - Any historical or historical fiction books you enjoy, your favorite books (any genre), school notes about history (if applicable), a list of lessons you've learned from the past, a letter of how the past has helped you grow, setting time aside to learn history (anything that interests you), learning about ancient Greece, your favorite bookmark (especially one you frequently use), your favorite quotes. General: Imagery of her, incense (frankincense, patchouli, lavender, etc.), olive oil, olive branch, honey, water, wine, baked goods, rosemary.

Ourania - Star maps, globes, maps of Earth, compasses, dream journals, telescopes, glow-in-the-dark stars, your favorite books about the universe, sci-fi books/shows, seeking knowledge about the unknown, your own art of the stars or space, your own sci-fi writings, solar system imagery, space/star imagery, imagery of your favorite constellation, General: Imagery of her, incense (patchouli, lavender, rosemary, etc.), olive oil, olive branch, honey, water, wine, baked goods, rosemary.

Thaleia - A list of your favorite jokes, a joke book, ivy leaves, an ivy wreath, funny stories/memories from your life, jokes you've written, your favorite comical musical/play/movie/etc., confetti, streamers, a shepherd's (or wooden) staff, comical masks, smiley faces, blooming flowers, sheep imagery, comedy mask imagery. General: Imagery of her, incense (patchouli, rosemary, strawberry, etc.), olive oil, olive branch, honey, water, wine, baked goods, rosemary.

Melpomene - Ivy leaves, an ivy wreath, serious/somber poetry, "vent" art, your favorite tragic musicals/plays/movies/etc., tragic stories you've written, symbols of inner strength/perseverance (whatever that looks like to you), stories about overcoming/growth, therapeutic journaling (I recommend doing this with professional assistance), tragic/sad masks, siren imagery, sword imagery, boot imagery, tragedy mask imagery. General: Imagery of her, incense (frankincense, lavender, cedar, etc.), olive oil, olive branch, honey, water, wine, baked goods, rosemary.

Polymnia - Meditation (if applicable), devotional writings you've written, your favorite hymns/devotional poems, laurel leaves, lustral water, self-made hymns, devotional writings about her, burning non-toxic offerings, fire, prayer journal, imagery of Mount Olympus, imagery of animals you associate with "divine connection" (maybe doves, stags, owls, etc.), imagery of anything you associate with "divine connection" (hands in a praying position, the stars or sky, nature, etc.). General: Imagery of her, incense (rosemary, myrrh, patchouli, etc.), olive oil, olive branch, honey, water, wine, baked goods, rosemary.

Erato - Smut fanfic (that's right, I'll say it), written erotica, your own erotic writing, love letters you've written or received, erotic poetry, setting aside time to explore your, er, "interests", red or pink flowers, jewelry/perfume that makes you feel attractive, sex-positive journaling, basil, myrtle, lyre imagery, sexual imagery, anything you associate with passion/erotica. General: Imagery of her, incense (rosemary, rose, amber, etc.), olive oil, olive branch, honey, water, wine, baked goods, rosemary.

Euterpe - Your favorite poetry, your own poetry, poetry books, sharing your poetry with others, relaxing/calming tea, media that brings you comfort (watching a movie with her, giving her a DVD of your comfort movie, your favorite book, etc.), the lyrics to your favorite songs, imagery of animals/objects that have symbolic meaning to you, imagery of double flutes. General: Imagery of her, incense (patchouli, lavender, myrrh, etc.), olive oil, olive branch, honey, water, wine, baked goods, rosemary.

Terpsikhore - Musical instruments, dancing in honor of her, songs you've written, a devotional playlist, your favorite song lyrics, setting aside time to simply listen to music, your favorite musicals, expressing yourself through song/dance, picks for instruments (guitar picks, lyre plectrums, etc.), sheet music, supporting local/small musicians, learning to play an instrument, lyre imagery, songbird imagery (or any animal you associate with music). General: Imagery of her, incense (patchouli, citrus, strawberry, etc.), olive oil, olive branch, honey, water, wine, baked goods, rosemary.