Beltane: An Intro to the Ancient Holiday and How to Celebrate
Beltane is the spring fire festival of the goddess – and yes, it’s just as magickal, whimsical, and sexy as it sounds! Beltane takes place on May 1st in the…
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Whimsy Soul was founded by Kara Harms, but now includes a chorus of voices from Whimsy Writers to bring unique perspectives on topics such as mental health, beauty, witchy things and more.
17 Secret (And Not So Secret) Swimming Spots in Texas To Cool Off This Summer
Moving to California’s Central Coast from Texas, I’ve come to miss a few things about the Lone Star State. One of those being: swimming holes. Growing up in a small…
25 Best Natural Body Lotions, Moisturizers & Masks For Dry Skin + Must Know Skin Care Hacks
With spring now in full bloom, it’s time to release the old and embrace the new, which means beauty products too! You probably gave your wardrobe a much-needed refresh and…
I Used The Ordinary For 3 Years, Here’s Why I Won’t Stop (Honest Review)
I first heard about The Ordinary back in 2018 when I was a spring chicken with very sensitive skin and acne everywhere. I tried a plethora of drug-store brands and…
Pink Sakura: A Cherry Blossom Sake Cocktail (Nigori Sake & Cherry Liquor)
Spring is in the air, the trees are blooming, and I’m reminiscing about my year in Japan (& some nigori cocktails 😋). Keep reading to learn all about Japanese “hanami,”…
What Does Seedlip Really Taste Like? My Seedlip Review
The concept of a “mocktail” has been around for over a century, but non-alcoholic spirits have only recently gained popularity. Just last year, sales of non-alcoholic spirits skyrocketed by 113.4%!…
Imbolc Rituals: How To Celebrate This Festival Of Self Care
As the calendar turns from the new year into February, many witches and pagans celebrate the festival of Imbolc. For some, this is a holy day of celebration and communing…
Hot Drinks, Dry January: A Hot Toddy Mocktail Recipe With Seedlip
As Whimsy Soul’s resident mixologist, I love a good cocktail. Shocking, I know. But I’ll be the first to acknowledge that alcohol is bad for you. Again, shocking! Whether it’s…
History Of Menstruation, Red & White Moon Cycles & Why The Taboo Needs To Stop
Social media can be an extremely toxic place for many people. However, there are some corners of the internet that provide comfort and knowledge where you least expect it. For…
November 2021 Horoscopes For Self Care (Sun & Rising!)
These November 2021 self-care horoscopes for each of the 12 zodiac signs are based on the upcoming astrological transits, (the movement of the planets around the sky), and some of…
October 2021 Horoscopes For Self Care (Sun & Rising!)
These October 2021 self-care horoscopes for each of the 12 zodiac signs are based on the upcoming astrological transits, (the movement of the planets around the sky), and some of…