The art of pysanky, or egg “writing” is a tradition from the lands now known as the Ukraine (as well as other Slavic areas). This ancient practice involves using a tool (kistka) made from copper and a wooden stick to heat beeswax with a candle flame. When the wax is melted, fine lines are then drawn on the surface of the egg in patterns and motifs that date back thousands of years. The egg is then bathed in dyes to create striking colors that tell the stories of families, history, and hope. 

Enough story. Its time to leave that vibe behind as we move into a new year. Literally.

In the Dagara tradition from West Africa the elements of earth, nature, mineral, water and fire correspond to particular numbers (as translated by Elder Malidoma Some). If we resonate with ancient indigenous wisdom and the wicked smart quantum physicists who’ve proven that energy is vibration, then we can establish that elements are expressions of different frequencies of vibration. Great. Let’s move onto the fun part of leaving that vibe behind.