The Summer Solstice is not a moment of arrival. It is a threshold. At the precise instant the sun reaches its highest point, the year begins its quiet return toward the dark โ and that paradox is Litha's most powerful, most honest, most transformative teaching. Discover the hidden physics, the Hermetic science, and the sovereign cottage practices of the longest day.
The Waning Moon: Your Invitation to the Most Important Work You Will Ever Do
The waning moon is not a passive rest between cycles. It is the most intellectually and spiritually demanding phase in the entire lunar cycle โ the sacred introspective corridor of self-discovery and self-realization that determines the quality of every New Moon seed you plant. You cannot plant a sovereign seed from an unsovereign self. This is the article Cat Oakenhart has wanted to write about the moon cycle for a long time โ the one that gives the waning phase back its proper authority. Come into the descending light. The most important knowing waits in there.
Cat’s Cottage Gazette โ June 2026 | Issue No. 2 | Inchantmint
Join me as we tap into your power this solstice season! Welcome to Issue No. 2 of Cat's Cottage Gazette โ the quarterly journal of Inchantmint: Cottage of the Sovereign Witch. This June edition explores the hidden teachings of Litha and the Summer Solstice, the sovereign power of the waning moon, the bio-alchemy of electrolytes, a curated shop spotlight, the June 2026 lunar calendar, and what's coming soon to Inchantmint. Tend your hearth. Tend your soul. Command your field.
New Moon in Scorpio: Deep Renewal Ritual to Awaken Hidden Power and Reclaim Your Center
This New Moon in Scorpio ritual encourages inward reflection to release blockages, discover strengths, and cultivate transformative intentions. By utilizing specific materials and mindful practices, participants can foster personal growth and embrace positive change throughout the lunar cycle.
The Waning Mirror: The Last Quarter Moonโs Quiet Magic
The last quarter moon is a time for introspection and release, inviting individuals to reflect on their thoughts and intentions. This phase encourages shedding old habits, refining consciousness, and aligning... Continue Reading →

