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behold! wish upon a willow‘s october 2026 newsletter~

salutations. if you are new here, my name is willow silverayne. i am a holistic healing practitioner, specializing in therapeutic massage therapy, energy healing, sound therapy, and guided meditation & breath work.

my aspirations are lofty! i intend to help activate the healing potential of the people in the lafayette / west lafayette area (& then the world!) muahahahahaha.

here’s what’s happening in october~

⸝⸝ ⟡ COME TO INNERWAVES MASSAGE THERAPY ON HALLOWEEN FROM 6:30-8:30PM for trick-or-treating. we will be giving out candy, stickers, & discounts! all ages are welcome to participate.

⸝⸝ ⟡ my group sound baths & guided meditations at innerwaves massage are now being sold through the innerwaves website. the next event is a group guided meditation THIS MONTH on October 25th at 7PM.

you can find the other dates on my events page.

spots are limited due to the space, so get your ticket before they are all gone!

⸝⸝ ⟡ my shop now has clothing & stickers with my art! show your support & spread the love by repping wish upon a willow. + get $20 off your next massage, reiki, or sound session if you buy any wish upon a willow clothing item in the month of october 2026!

⸝⸝ ⟡ &&book chair massage with me (and/or) chakra, & receive $15 off your next massage at innerwaves.

+ more will be revealed soon!

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wish upon a willow has an official merchandise shop on bonfire, where every item supports a nonprofit.

+ check out my shop here on my website! new things are being added all the time!

explore these collections and carry the magick with you! ✩₊˚.⋆☾⋆⁺₊✧

remember, get $20 off your next massage, reiki, or sound session if you buy any wish upon a willow clothing item in the month of october 2026!

bring proof of purchase to your session & show it to me at checkout to redeem this offer.

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i am here to impart wisdom! &&to help folks heal their mind, body, & spirit. in honor of that goal, i will share a tip to brighten your journey!

a body scan is a fantastic technique that offers a myriad of benefits. it works by guiding your mental focus through each part of your body.

benefits include~

⸝⸝ ⟡ reduced stress: the practice lowers cortisol levels and calms your nervous system.

⸝⸝ ⟡ improved emotional control: it trains your brain to notice difficult feelings without reacting right away.

⸝⸝ ⟡ building self-awareness: you learn to recognize where you hold tension before it becomes overwhelming.

⸝⸝ ⟡ pain relief: focusing on physical sensations can change how your brain perceives chronic discomfort.

⸝⸝ ⟡ better sleep: relaxing your muscles and quieting your mind helps you fall asleep faster.

⸝⸝ ⟡ calmer body: it shifts your body into a “rest and digest” state by turning on the parasympathetic nervous system.

how to do a body scan~

⸝⸝ ⟡ find a calm place to rest for a moment. it is best to do this technique sitting or lying down.

⸝⸝ ⟡ close your eyes.

⸝⸝ ⟡ notice your breath. take a few deep breaths, letting go of tension on the exhale.

⸝⸝ ⟡ focus your awareness on the top of your head.

⸝⸝ ⟡ slowly shift your awareness downward (through your face, neck, & shoulders; chest & upper back; arms, hands, & fingers; mid back, ribs, stomach, & lower back; pelvis, hips, & glutes; thighs, knees, & calves; and finally ankles, feet, & toes).

⸝⸝ ⟡ observe any sensations in each area of your body as you go: hot or cold, pain or discomfort, stress or tension, numbness or tingling, etc. notice any emotion or thought that arises as you focus on each area. (these are all a part of the process! do not try to push them away.)

⸝⸝ ⟡ do not try to control the sensations, thoughts, or emotions. simply allow. &keep breathing.

⸝⸝ ⟡ when you reach the end of your body scan, gently bring yourself back to awareness. notice your surroundings. slowly open your eyes (or take a nap. ya know, whatever you feel like!)

do this as often as you like to reap the rewards of this technique!

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let me pull a three-card reflection for the collective~(that’s you!)

please note: in collective readings, tarot cards act as a mirror, reflecting the current shared energy of a group— in this, your presence was foretold across time & space. 🔮~ &&there is a common thread linking those of you whom this reading was meant to find. know that my collective readings are timeless. no matter when you’re reading this, if it resonates— it’s meant for you. (remember to use your own discernment: take what resonates and leave the rest)

the deck i’m using for this divination is crow tarot by mj cullinane.

☆ the question: what does the collective need to know about their journey this month?

⟢ ace of pentacles: a seed of material or physical opportunity is being offered. this is not abstract inspiration—it’s something concrete: a new financial opening, a practical project, a health or body-related reset, a chance to plant something that can grow into real stability. the energy is fertile but still early. october invites the collective to notice and accept this grounded beginning rather than dismissing it as “too small” or waiting for a more dramatic sign.

“the crow lands atop a large pentacle once concealed by clouds. this spot provides a clear view of all the riches available to her. because her desires are no longer blocked, the bounty this world has to offer from material wealth to spiritual knowledge is all within her grasp. the ace of pentacles represents a time of clarity and the ability to manifest your desires. stay focused; the law of attraction is working. keep a fixed sight on what it is you want to achieve.”

⟢ 9 of wands: this is the card of the weary but still-standing guardian. many in the collective are carrying residual exhaustion, hyper-vigilance, or the sense of “i’ve already fought so hard—how much more?” the 9 of Wands says the finish line is closer than it feels, yet the posture required is still one of careful perseverance. boundaries matter. rest is strategic, not optional. the message is not “push harder until you break,” but “hold the line with wise energy management.” old defensive patterns may flare; the invitation is to stay upright without hardening into isolation.

“after much effort, a final task is almost complete. the nine of wands denotes a struggle in finishing a project, and despite the consistent successes of the past, there is one last obstacle that needs to be accomplished before moving forward. the nine of wands offers encouragement to keep going! take a moment to bask in all that you have already created. it is from this place you will find the motivation to continue. you are close to the end; this is not the time to give up after working so hard. replace the negative feeling or resentment with an open mind and visualize a successful completion.”

⟢ 10 of pentacles: this is the long-game payoff: lasting material security, generational or communal stability, the sense that what is built now can support more than just the individual. family systems (biological or chosen), shared resources, legacy thinking, and the quiet satisfaction of “this can endure” come into focus. after the ace’s seed and the 9’s endurance, the 10 shows the possibility of harvest that benefits a wider circle.

“the ten of pentacles denotes a time of security and protection. the crows worked hard, paid their dues, and are now rewarded with a comfortable place to roost with plenty of room and food. the ten of pentacles brings assurance that your hard work and optimism can create a stable, secure future, one that will serve as a foundation to build your dreams.”

summary: something practical & potentially prosperous is available now. accepting it and tending it will require one more measured stretch of resilience—protecting energy, refusing to quit just short of solid ground. the reward is not fleeting success but a more rooted, shareable form of security and abundance.

practical orientation for the month~

⸝⸝ ⟡ think beyond the immediate personal win toward what can be sustained and shared—systems, relationships, resources that outlast a single season.

⸝⸝ ⟡ notice and act on concrete openings (money, work, body, home, tangible projects) rather than waiting for perfect conditions.

⸝⸝ ⟡ treat fatigue and wariness as signals to pace yourself, not as proof that the effort is futile.

the cards together suggest october favors those who plant carefully, guard wisely, and keep the longer horizon of lasting provision in view.

if you’re interested in a personal reading, check out the pricing page for more info, or go straight to my shop☆

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willow silverayne, LMT
wish upon a willow @ 
innerwaves massage therapy
contact me at (765) 278- 4994 or
fromthewillow@wishuponawillow.com

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