Samhain (Halloween) - Jenny C Bell

Text the ShowThe ancient Celts understood something profound about October that modern society often glosses over with candy and costumes - this is when the boundary between our world and the spirit realm grows remarkably thin. In this captivating premiere of "As The Veil Thins" series, Granddaughter Crow welcomes witch and author Jenny C Bell to explore the deeper meaning behind Samhain, Halloween, and our cultural relationship with death.Jenny reveals how the Witch's Wheel of the Year places Samhain at a critical juncture between the fall equinox and winter solstice - a time when nature herself appears to die. This seasonal death isn't something to fear but rather investigate with curiosity. As trees shed leaves and animals retreat into hibernation, we're invited to reflect on what parts of ourselves might need releasing. Perhaps it's an outdated belief system, a career that no longer serves you, or simply making peace with a chapter that's closing.The conversation takes a deeply personal turn when Jenny shares her unexpected reconnection with her estranged father after his death. Through a medium friend, she discovered how souls often reflect on unlearned life lessons after passing, seeking understanding and forgiveness from beyond the veil. This perspective offers profound comfort for anyone hesitant to connect with complicated ancestors or painful family histories.You'll discover accessible ways to honor those who've crossed over - from lighting candles while speaking their names to preparing cherished family recipes or hosting a "silent feast" with place settings for departed loved ones. These practices don't require special abilities or elaborate rituals - just heartfelt intention and openness to the unseen.For those concerned about unwanted spiritual encounters during this sensitive time, Jenny offers practical protection methods using crystal allies like smoky quartz and labradorite, alongside her reassuring mantra: "All crystals are protective and all herbs are cleansing."Whether you identify as a witch, spiritual seeker, or simply someone curious about meaningful autumn traditions, this conversation invites you to look beyond the Halloween decorations and discover the profound wisdom of honoring endings as the necessary precursor to new beginnings. Join us each Saturday in October for more illuminating discussions as we continue exploring what happens as the veil thins.Jenny C. Bell is the author Spirit Crystals: Discover Your Crystal Guide for Healing and Empowerment (Summer 2025) and Divergent Witchcraft: An Inclusive Approach to Making Magic (Spring 2026), founder of the Our Coven online community, host of the Cozy Coven Chats podcast, and a practicing witch. For three decades, Jenny has practiced yoga, meditation, read tarot cards and worked with the healing powers of crystals.www.jennycbell.comProtective Circle Video: https://youtu.be/918dC6rB7OA?si=K1guqGxs9X9soxgHSupport the showGranddaughter Crow - www.granddaughtercrow.com Check Out My Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/GranddaughterCrow Check Out My Substackhttps://substack.com/@granddaughtercrowSocial Media: @GranddaughterCrow  YouTube Channel: @GranddaughterCrowJenny C Bell - https://www.jennycbell.com/Jenny’s Our Coven Communityhttps://our-coven.mn.co/landingFor more from Jenny:https://linktr.ee/Jennyc.bell?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=ba12a9e9-bd17-4699-9e70-68c74fb3c96f