In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn the foundations of Tarot and an overview of the Major and Minor arcana.
"Life is to be experienced, not fought against, run from, or engaged halfheartedly. Though we may wish to make changes in the future, to be conscious is to be with an experience as it’s unfolding, rather than thinking about how we would like to change it. Taking charge of our life so that we alter the quality of our experiences in the future comes after an experience." ~Shefali Tsabary
"Besides the noble art of getting things done, there is a nobler art of leaving things undone…. The wisdom of life consists in the elimination of nonessentials." ~Lin Yutang
"The time came when the risk it took to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom." ~Anais nin
Join us in person for a special event on Saturday March 22nd, from 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Four of our intuitive readers will be offering mini-readings, plus aura readings by Hado Being! Try, taste, savor, or indulge.
Join us in celebration of Ostara, a time of renewal and balance as we welcome the light of spring. Let’s plant the seeds of new beginnings together at Paradise Found on March 19, 2025!
"Do you have the patience to wait till your mud settles and the water is clear? Can you remain unmoving until the right action arises by itself? The Master doesn’t seek fulfillment. Not seeking, not expecting, she is present, and can welcome all things.” ~Lao Tzu, trans. by Stephen Mitchell
"There is no need to run outside for better seeing. Nor to peer from a window. Rather abide at the center of your being; for the more you leave it, the less you learn. Search your heart and see the way to do is to be." ~Lao Tzu
“At the end of the day, it isn’t where I came from. Maybe home is somewhere I’m going and never have been before.” ~Warsan Shire
"This morning I stopped to watch the geese fly, even though I didn’t have the time to do so. And I realized that not having the time to do something might be the very reason why I need to do it." ~Craig D. Lounsbrough
We are delighted to welcome back Bianca, The Spiritual Owl for a day of Intuitive Luminary Readings at Paradise Found! Call (805)564-3573 to book your reading! She will be offering readings on Saturday 3/29 from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.
We are delighted to welcome back Ben Commons, author of The Commonsense Almanac, for a day of Astrological Readings at Paradise Found! Call (805)564-3573 to book your reading! He will be offering readings on Sunday 3/30 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Utilize the wisdom of this tarot spread ritual to help you connect with your inner fire, embrace love, and release anything holding you back from shining your brightest.
We are here for your last minute Valentine's Day needs - whether it's a gift for your sweetheart or loved one, or even a little self-care for yourself, check out these products we love!
"And if the stars should ever die, we’ll make our own light, you and I." ~ John Mark Green
"Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we’ll ever do." ~Brené Brown
Sharing some products we love... just in time for Valentine's Day!
“This entire thing we're involved with called the world, is an opportunity to exhibit how exciting alienation can be. Life is a matter of a miracle that is collected over time by moments, flabbergasted to be in each other's presence. The world is an exam to see if we can rise into direct experience. Our eyesight is here as a test to see if we can see beyond it. Matter is here as a test for our curiosity. Doubt is here as an exam for our vitality.” ~Timothy Levitch
"The world is full of magic things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper." ~W.B. Yeats
“We are all connected; to each other, biologically. To the earth, chemically. To the rest of the universe, atomically.” ~Neil deGrasse Tyson
Come together in community for a beautiful Imbolc gathering on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Paradise Found. Together, we will awaken the seeds of self-love with rituals of renewal, community, and connection.
“The space in which we live should be for the person we are becoming now, not for the person we were in the past.” ~Marie Kondō
"Feelings are just visitors. Let them come and go." ~Mooji
"Only in quiet waters do things mirror themselves undistorted. Only in a quiet mind is an adequate perception of the world." ~Hans Margolius
“Honesty and openness is always the foundation of insightful dialogue.” ~Bell hooks
"Do not try to save the world or do anything grandiose. Instead, create a clearing in the dense forest of your life and wait there patiently, until the song that is your life falls into your own cupped hands and you recognize and greet it. Only then, will you know how to give yourself to this world so worthy of rescue. ~Martha Postlewaite
"Life will give you whatever experience is most helpful for the evolution of your consciousness. How do you know this is the experience you need? Because this is the experience you are having at the moment." ~Eckhart Tolle
“Begin doing what you want to do now. We are not living in eternity. We have only this moment, sparkling like a star in our hand and melting like a snowflake.” ~Francis Bacon Sr.
“There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it.” ~Edith Wharton
"I pray this winter will be gentle and kind, a season of rest from the wheel of the mind." ~John Geddes
Paradise Found is aglow with festive cheer! Our shelves are overflowing with carefully curated treasures, each chosen with love and mindful of the planet's well-being. Step inside, soak up the peace, love, and good vibes, and let them ripple out into the world!
We are delighted to welcome back Ben Commons, author of The Commonsense Almanac, for a day of Astrological Readings at Paradise Found! Call (805)564-3573 to book your reading! He will be offering readings on Sunday 1/24 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
“Whatever you did today is enough. Whatever you felt today is valid. Whatever you thought today isn’t to be judged. Repeat the above each day.” ~Brittany Burgunder
“Let today be the day you stand strong in the truth of your beauty. Journey through your day without attachment to the validation of others.” ~Steve Maraboli
“Experience life in all possible ways -- good-bad, bitter-sweet, dark-light, summer-winter. Experience all the dualities. Don't be afraid of experience, because the more experience you have, the more mature you become.” ~Osho
Warm Holiday Wishes! Dec 17-23 OPEN 11am~7pm | Dec 24 & 31 OPEN 11am~5pm | CLOSED Dec 25 & 26 + Jan 1
We are delighted to welcome back Ben Commons, author of The Commonsense Almanac, for a day of Astrological Readings at Paradise Found! Call (805)564-3573 to book your reading! He will be offering readings on Sunday 12/8 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Celebrate Yule, the winter solstice, at Paradise Found on Thursday, December 12. Join us to honor the season, craft a seasonal altar space, and enjoy community, meditation, and light journaling.
We are delighted to welcome back Ben Commons, author of The Commonsense Almanac, for a day of Astrological Readings at Paradise Found! Call (805)564-3573 to book your reading! He will be offering readings on Saturday 11/16 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
This is our 5th Community Memorial Altar! Lovingly created by local artist and woodworker Rebecca Zendejas. We invite you to stop by and write the names of your loved ones who are in spirit form, and add them to the altar.
We are delighted to welcome back Ben Commons, author of The Commonsense Almanac, for a day of Astrological Readings at Paradise Found! Call (805)564-3573 to book your reading! He will be offering readings on Thursday 10/17 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Come together in community for a magical Samhain gathering on October 29, 2024. This event will feature time to honor those who have passed, light journaling, and meditation, and together, we will craft Witches Bells that you can take home to adorn and protect your home over the holidays.
Join us for a special event in the shop on Saturday, September 28th, from 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., where five of our gifted intuitive readers will be offering mini-readings. Whether you're looking to explore, discover, or treat yourself, this is your chance to dive into something magical.
Join us for a magical Fall Equinox Gathering at Paradise Found on Wednesday, September 18th! Embrace the balance of Mabon as we harvest gratitude and reflect on the season’s abundance. Connect with community, meditate, and create your own harvest jar to honor this sacred time of renewal.
We are delighted to welcome back Ben Commons, author of The Commonsense Almanac, for a day of Astrological Readings at Paradise Found! Call (805)564-3573 to book your reading! He will be offering readings on Saturday 8/24 from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.
We are delighted to welcome back Ben Commons, author of The Commonsense Almanac, for a day of Astrological Readings at Paradise Found! Call (805)564-3573 to book your reading! He will be offering readings on Sunday 9/22 from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.
We are excited to present artist Laela Duncan’s exquisite clothing designs taken from her original paintings and printed with water based inks on vegan, recyclable materials back at the shop on September 5th.
Meet the author, Christine Cunningham Ashworth, and get your copy of the Scott Cunningham: The Path Taken – Honoring the Life and Legacy of a Wiccan Trailblazer, on Friday 10/18 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Paradise Found!
Join us for an enchanting Full Moon Gathering at Paradise Found on Monday, August 19th! Under the powerful Sturgeon moon in Aquarius, we will come together to reflect on our accomplishments and illuminate our shadows, allowing you to deepen your connection to yourself and the transformative power of the full moon.
We are delighted to welcome back Ben Commons, author of The Commonsense Almanac, for a day of Astrological Readings at Paradise Found! Call (805)564-3573 to book your reading! He will be offering readings on Saturday 8/24 from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Voting for The Santa Barbara Independent's "Best of 2024" is now open! Cast your votes and show your support for your favorite local businesses by August 28th. Don’t miss your chance to have your say!
We are excited to present artist Laela Duncan’s exquisite clothing designs taken from her original paintings and printed with water based inks on vegan, recyclable materials.
Follow along with the daily flow of Galactic energies and attune to the creative potential of each new day. Allow the harmonies of color, number and symbol to activate your cosmic self, and infuse magic into your life's journey!
Come celebrate the longest day of the year at our Summer Solstice Flower Crown Event! On Wednesday, June 19th, we will gather at Paradise Found to honor the glorious power of the Sun as we near the longest day of the year.
The Independent's 2024 "Best of Santa Barbara" poll is open! We are nominating all our favorite local businesses and invite you to do the same. Please join us in celebrating all the heartfelt independent business endeavors in this community.
We are delighted to welcome back Bianca, The Spiritual Owl for a day of Intuitive Luminary Readings at Paradise Found! Call (805)564-3573 to book your reading! She will be offering readings on Sunday 6/23 from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Every Tuesday, join our clairvoyant tarot reader, Kris Seraphine, PH.D for Instagram LIVE Mini-Readings! First one is coming up soon, on May 28th at 12:30 p.m.
We are delighted to welcome back Bianca, The Spiritual Owl for a day of Intuitive Luminary Readings at Paradise Found! Call (805)564-3573 to book your reading! She will be offering readings on Saturday 6/1 from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Meet the author and creator Jennifer Bower MSN, RN and explore this beautiful new deck. Thursday 5/2 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Paradise Found!
We are delighted to welcome back Bianca, The Spiritual Owl for a day of Intuitive Luminary Readings at Paradise Found! Call (805)564-3573 to book your reading! She will be offering readings on Tuesday 4/9 from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Join us in person for a special event on Saturday March 16th, from 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Five of our intuitive readers will be offering mini-readings. Try, taste, savor, or indulge.
We are delighted to welcome back Bianca, The Spiritual Owl for a day of Intuitive Luminary Readings at Paradise Found! Call (805)564-3573 to book your reading! She will be offering readings on Thursday 2/29 from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Warm Holiday Wishes! Dec 17-23 OPEN 10am~7pm | Dec 24 OPEN 10am~5pm | CLOSED Dec 25 & 26
We are delighted to welcome back Bianca, The Spiritual Owl for two days of Intuitive Luminary Readings at Paradise Found! Call (805)564-3573 to book your reading! She will be offering readings on Saturday 12/2 and Sunday 12/17, from 12:00-6:00pm.
"The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived and lived well." ~Ralph Waldo Emerson
Bathe in the energy of the Aquarius Full Moon while remembering the interconnectedness of the universe, and remember how your own unique gifts are here to help change the world.
“To be nobody but yourself in a world doing its best to make you everybody else means to fight the hardest battle any human can ever fight and never stop fighting.” ~E. E. Cummings
May the yearnings of your heart urge you to live a courageous life.
"To shine your brightest light is to be who you truly are." ~ Roy T. Bennett
"Turn your obstacles into opportunities and your problems into possibilities." ~Roy T. Bennett
"My feelings are too loud for words and too shy for the world." ~ Dejan Stojanovic
"When we are fully aligned with Capricorn, we live a purposeful life that resonates with our core values. We extend our truth into the world from a firm foundation rooted in the soul."~Spirit Daughter
"During this New Moon we are being encouraged to open up, to expand and deepen and to reach for that Truth that lies within. And to communicate from that place of authenticity that we often keep under lock and key."~Anna Chapman
"Fiery Sagittarius is the sign of the Adventurer, the Explorer, the Philosopher, the Optimist."~Pam Younghans | Astrological information, crystals for the Full Moon in Sagittarius, and ritual inspiration from The Work of Byron Katie...
"Taurus teaches that when we feel secure in our energy, our creative expression rises from within." ~Spirit Daughter | Read about the New Moon in Taurus, Crystals for working with this energy, and a list of ways to celebrate all the Mamas in our lives!
The Full Moon in Scorpio comes at the close of the eclipse portal, and brings us back into the gentler rhythm of regular lunations. It is a time to delve deep into our inner wisdom, access our intuition, and commune with the energies of the night.
"Be bold and courageous and stretch beyond what you have ever done before...Your bravery and endurance will support you to take charge of any situation." ~WalkingMeditation.eu
"I treat today like the dawn of a bright beginning. I see my reflection like it has just been born into this brand new morning. Yesterday sleeps. Tomorrow stays where it is. How sublime it is to be only here—never having been here before." ~Jennifer Williamson, Morning Affirmations
"The Pisces New Moon marks the final New Moon of the astrological year. It allows us to find closure from the past, including our past wounds. It also opens the doorway to an expanded consciousness, one that can feel the future we are about to live." ~Spirit Daughter
"Virgo is the powerful sign of the Goddess, perfect unto herself. This energy is a reminder that we each carry a gift waiting to be discovered. The world is waiting to embrace our talent once we are ready to give it. The key, though, is feeling good enough to share our gifts with the world without fear or hesitation."~Spirit Daughter
By the time we have reached the 11th sign of the Zodiac, we have worked through healing some of our wounds and attending to emotional insecurities. We are prepared to offer our selves in a new way; with clarity."~Anna Chapman
"The first Full Moon of 2024 occurs in Leo, greeting us at the start of Aquarius Season. While Aquarius teaches us to shift the collective consciousness by being ourselves, Leo helps us decide what that means. Leo represents our center..."~Spirit Daughter
"Capricorn is the steadfast sea goat who can traverse any land or sea. This energy reminds us that with the right focus and determination, we can accomplish anything. Nothing is out of our limits. Throughout its season, Capricorn inspires us to commit fully to everything we do. It’s a wonderful energy to start a new year and can set the tone for the next twelve months." ~Spirit Daughter
The Solstice is a time of quietude, of firelight, of dreaming; where life and seeds germinate beneath the surface...
Welcome to the Book Report! I’m so pleased to be meeting you here to share our latest featured list in honor of June being Pride Month – The Journey of Gender + Identity: Embracing & Celebrating Diversity in the Modern World.
This month's featured list is "The Path to Parenting." Also included in this report is a selection of New + Newly Discovered titles; a special group of Books for Young and Young at Heart Readers; and a couple of Just Because + Just for Fun offerings.
Welcome to the Book Report! To start things off, since April is Poetry Month, I thought we’d take a look at some of my favorites from our poetry section. Within it, you’ll find a variety of books that touch on the diversity and depth of the human experience, offering an opportunity to see the world through different lenses, thus growing our capacity for empathy and connection. It just doesn’t get any better than that, does it?!
Welcome to the Book Report! With the Spring Equinox / Ostara coming up, I thought I’d begin this report with a selection of books from our Wheel of the Year list. Also included in this report is a selection of New + Newly Discovered titles; a special group of Books for Young and Young at Heart Readers; and a couple of Just Because + Just for Fun offerings.
Our New Moon Featured List: Living Heart-to-Heart: Creating + Sustaining Healthy Relationships. Also included in this report is a selection of New + Newly Discovered titles; a special group of Books for Young and Young at Heart Readers; and a couple of Just Because + Just for Fun offerings.
“For what good is knowing unless it is coupled with caring?”~Robin Wall Kimmerer | Included in this report is a selection of New + Newly Discovered titles; a special group of Books for Young and Young at Heart Readers; and a couple of Just Because + Just for Fun offerings.
“While working away in the logical, ground-bound pragmatism of the material world, you must also be ready to see the stars at any moment.” ~Martha Beck
Woman-owned, small independent business creating amazing astrological calendars! Detailed astrological information is organized and easy to use. All aspects are in Pacific Standard Time. Choose your planner in shop, or online at ParadiseFoundSB.com
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This is not a standard planner, this is a personal journey within, a gateway for connection and understanding, and an oracle to the moon and the stars.
This just in! Our first 2025 calendars are here...Illuminate and inspire your year with We'Moon's 2025 Luminations calendar for a treasure trove of astrological insights, lunar rhythms, art, poetry, rituals & recipes, and more.
We have a wonderful array of chimes and light catchers for your Summer enjoyment. Hang them in a window, on a porch, in your garden, for a serene ambiance that soothes the soul.
We would like to share with you three of our favorite varieties of incense, from Peruvian Palo Santo, to Mesquite and Juniper from Santa Fe...
"Join me in the pure atmosphere of gratitude for life." ~Hafiz
Let us heed the call of the fairies, for in their realm, imagination knows no bounds. Let their delicate wings and shimmering presence remind us of our own powerful inner magic.
Create a ritual with magical meaning. Send your dreams out into the universe. Make a wish...
Rachel Pollack invites you to join the shining tribe of diviners and visionaries. As you continue along the sacred journey of self-discovery, let The Shining Tribe Tarot cards shine a path for you.
Enjoy a feast of Venusian delights to inspire the heart & cultivate the soul of romance.
"Love is an endless mystery..." ~Rabindranath Tagore. Find meaningful gifts and Valentine's cards at Paradise Found, to share your love with someone special.
As you light your candle, set your intention and visualize your wishes as they were already manifested into your reality.
Come share a cup of tea, some poodle love, and let our nimble fingered, jolly elves do your gift wrapping.
Dancing rainbows spread joy and good cheer! Give gifts with meaning, by makers who give back to women and girls.
The 2024 Astrological Planner is a powerful tool for creating magic and living in alignment with the cosmos. Navigate with the planets and moon cycles while being grounded and appreciative of the earth.
The New Moon in Virgo is a time for working with the element of Earth, and feeling into your connection with nature. Go beyond the superficial and seek authentic purpose, embrace the beauty of imperfection, and bring back wisdom from the mountaintop.
Carry Sunstone when you want to 'let your real self shine through happily. It is a cheering, joyful stone that brings about a profound connection to light and the regenerative power of the sun during meditation and in everyday life.
Sagittarius is a fire sign that’s eternally seeking the truth in life. This sign will use its fire energy to bravely assert opinions and ideals and to feed a never ending supply of optimism and inspiration. Here are three stones to use when you wish to call in more Sagittarian energy...
Crystals for working with fiery Aries energy to call up increased motivation, self-esteem, willpower, confidence, and determination.
Stones for when you wish to weave the emotions and the intellect closer together...
At the start of a new astrological year, fiery Aries calls us to be our most courageous, vital selves. We are being asked to believe in ourselves and tap into deep inner sources to renew our energy and motivation ...
During the Full Moon in Virgo, contact with the subconscious and the unconscious is more intense. Virgo's tarot correspondent is the Hermit, who is on an inward journey to the depths of the Self. To balance this intensity, it may be helpful to work with Howlite, as it is an extremely calming stone...
Discover three crystals for balancing, grounding, and increasing intuitive receptivity during the New Moon in Pisces.
Crystals for bringing confidence & joy into your life, open the heart to all forms of love, and allow the real self to shine through happily.
For the New Moon in Aquarius we are looking at three helpers from the mineral kingdom whose properties are particularly complementary to this airy sign...
Discover crystals to help you go with the flow, clarify perception, encourage creativity, ease anxiety and calm emotional stress.
"The Winter Solstice is a time of deep spiritual connection and renewal. It is a sacred time of introspection, celebration and transformation, a time to access inner wisdom and manifest your dreams." (CystalsAlchemy.com)
How do cultures around the world celebrate Midsummer? How can we engage our Earth connection, and cultivate and deepen our connection to the divine energies all around us? Find out about the pagan sabbat of Litha, worldwide Solstice celebrations, and 4 personal rituals for celebrating the longest day of the year.
Conscious communication, from a place of authenticity, is a way to manifest the better world of our hopes and dreams, in the here and now. Our words and their expression, in all forms, shape our reality. Actively listening, and communicating with kindness, vulnerability, and awareness, can make all the difference in the world.
"Everyone has a subtle darkness that wraps around them like a soft, velvet cloak. This is your shadow, the part of you that is dark, rich, and fertile…" (Shaheen Miro & Theresa Reed). Learn how embracing your shadow can liberate you from entrenched fears and limiting beliefs, and unlock the key to expressing your full, creative self to the world.
You can create an altar using any items sacred to you. If the item has significance to you and brings you feelings of celebration, peace, love, or inspiration, it’s a good choice. This is your altar. This is your sacred space. Make it yours.
As far as we know homo sapiens, and the Neanderthals before them, have been constructing, decorating and worshiping at altars for millennia. Whether at the base of a tree, the top of a mountain or the water’s edge; within a cave, chapel or temple: the impulse to express devotion and connect with ‘something’ unseen within and beyond ourselves, endures.
Think of resting on the earth, or being held by the Earth...In beloved Buddhist teacher Thich Nhat Hanh's book, "Zen and the Art of Saving the Planet," you will discover a beautiful meditation that explores how stop "trying" and allow the Earth to work through us, so that we can shift our state of being from overwhelmed and tense, to light and effortless.
Our dreams are a rich source of images and feelings, which can illuminate the workings or our subconscious mind. Learn more about the connection between dreams and deep innate wisdom in an excerpt from Rose Inserra's book "Dreams: What Your Subconscious Wants to Tell You". Discover her four-step method for practical dreamwork and understanding your dreams.
The antidote to perfectionism is self-love and acceptance. Get a deeper understanding of the difference between perfectionism and excellence--one will drain your energy and drag down your confidence, while the other will energize you and build self-confidence. Here are some affirmations to help you shine bright and put forth new sprouts...
Dressing a candle is the act of anointing the candle with oils and herbs to add an additional level to your magical workings, personal rituals, and ceremonies.
"Traditionally, prayer flags are used to promote peace, compassion, strength, and wisdom. The flags do not carry prayers to gods, which is a common misconception; rather, the Tibetans believe the prayers and mantras will be blown by the wind to spread the good will and compassion into all pervading space."
YES is an enchanted password into a new world and new point of view. YES is a deep inhale and exhale; a full breath. An opening. A stretching of the soul beyond its boundaries. YES is a knowing that you can trust the forces of the Cosmos at play in your life.
Ritual is a way to bring sacredness into our day to day lives. Here are some ways to Celebrate Spring, the fertility of the land, and our souls, and invite a little (or BIG!) dose of magic into our experience.
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