Facing Fear, Finding Flow: Emotional Healing and Magick in Uncertain Times

As the leaves turn and the veil thins, October invites us to reflect—not just on the spooky and supernatural, but on the shadows within ourselves. In this week’s episode of Practically Magick, Courtney Pearl and Jaime Osbahr gather at Rising Moon Minerals to explore the emotional undercurrents of fear, scarcity, and healing. What begins as a cozy seasonal check-in quickly unfolds into a deeply resonant conversation about anxiety, self-worth, and the power of intentional rest.

The Five of Pentacles: Tarot as a Mirror

Courtney opens the episode with a tarot pull from the Everyday Witch deck, drawing the Five of Pentacles—a card traditionally associated with hardship, scarcity, and emotional isolation. In the Rider-Waite-Smith imagery, it depicts figures huddled in the cold outside a glowing church window, symbolizing both exclusion and the potential for sanctuary.

This card, Courtney notes, has been showing up repeatedly in her TikTok live readings, signaling a collective emotional dip. “Everyone’s kind of feeling this scarcity,” she says. “I was ready to quit everything and just go get a job. I was so done.” Jaime echoes the sentiment, sharing her own moments of doubt and exhaustion. The Five of Pentacles becomes a metaphor not just for financial struggle, but for the emotional toll of pursuing a dream in uncertain times.

Wallowing with Intention

Rather than resisting these feelings, both hosts advocate for giving them space. “I do need to wallow in it for just a bit,” Courtney admits. “Because I can’t just snap myself out of it.” Jaime agrees, describing how she allowed herself a full day of rest—staying in bed, acknowledging the swirling thoughts of bills, low sales, and unmet expectations, but choosing not to act on them.

This intentional pause, they argue, is not weakness but wisdom. It’s a way to reset, to listen to the body, and to avoid burnout. “Your body will force you if you don’t listen,” Jaime warns. And when she did listen, the next day unfolded with clarity and purpose—decorating the shop, running errands, and reconnecting with joy.

Fear as a Teacher, Not a Tyrant

The conversation turns toward fear—not the Halloween kind, but the insidious, everyday kind that whispers, “You’re not good enough,” or “This will never work.” Courtney shares how fear often masquerades as logic, convincing her that she’s being realistic when she’s actually spiraling. Jaime adds that fear and anxiety feed each other, creating a loop that’s hard to escape.

But escape is possible. Through therapy, spiritual practice, and inner work, both women have learned to recognize fear as a part of themselves—not the whole. Courtney describes a technique from Internal Family Systems therapy, where she imagines fear as a “shadow self” presenting a PowerPoint of worst-case scenarios. “But I am the CEO of this conference table,” she says. “And I will make the decision now on what we do next.”

Choosing a New Reality

One of the most powerful insights from the episode is the idea that we can choose our reality. “If you’re going to live in a reality you choose anyway,” Courtney asks, “why not create a reality where you’re like, ‘Life is good, money is coming to me, and I’m going to decorate the shop today’?”

This isn’t toxic positivity—it’s intentional reframing. It’s acknowledging the fear, validating it, and then choosing not to let it run the show. Jaime calls it “living delusionally,” but in a good way. “I’m not saying disassociate completely,” she clarifies. “But if you can in your own mind create your own reality, that’s powerful.”

Inner Child Healing and Elsa’s Journey

Courtney draws a poignant parallel to Frozen, analyzing Elsa’s journey as a metaphor for inner child healing. Conditioned by her parents to suppress her powers, Elsa lives in fear until she learns that love—not control—is the key to mastery. “Fear will ultimately destroy,” Courtney says, referencing the troll’s prophecy. “But when she engages in love, her powers are absolutely controllable.”

This mirrors the healing work Courtney does with clients—helping them trace limiting beliefs back to their origins and rewrite the narrative. “Where did that belief start?” she asks. “Why did you start to believe your powers were dangerous?”

Creativity as Catharsis

Jaime shares a story from her art classroom, where she challenged students to create the creepiest image they could imagine. Inspired by Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, the project unlocked something in her students—especially one who had struggled to find inspiration. “This project opened something up in her,” Jaime says. “She was like, ‘I’m going to use red here and highlight the eyes,’ and I was like, ‘Go for it!’”

This exercise underscores the therapeutic power of creativity. By giving fear a form—whether through art, writing, or ritual—we can begin to understand and transform it.

Crystals and the Energy of Support

Toward the end of the episode, the hosts introduce Plume Agate, a crystal known for promoting balance, harmony, and emotional healing. Sourced from India, this stone supports all chakras and is especially helpful for reducing anxiety and enhancing mental clarity.

Courtney emphasizes that crystals are not magic bullets but energetic allies. “Hold it, focus on removing that energy, and step away from it,” she advises. Whether used in meditation or simply kept nearby, Plume Agate can help shift the vibration from fear to peace.

Compassion Over Judgment

In a world that often labels people as “control freaks” or “anxious,” Courtney and Jaime advocate for compassion. “Ask yourself, what part of their lives have they not felt safe?” Courtney says. “Instead of judgment, feel compassion. They’re just seeking safety.”

This reframing invites us to see ourselves and others through a lens of empathy. We’re all navigating trauma, conditioning, and the complexities of being human. And in that shared struggle, there’s room for grace.

Final Thoughts: The Magick of Words

Throughout the episode, words are treated as spells—powerful tools that shape reality. Whether it’s the serenity prayer, a mantra, or a simple affirmation, language becomes a way to reclaim agency. “Everything will work out in the end,” Courtney says. “If it hasn’t worked out, it’s not the end.”

This isn’t just poetic—it’s practical magick. It’s the kind of wisdom that helps us move through fear, embrace rest, and reconnect with our purpose.

Resources Mentioned:

• Rising Moon Minerals: Visit risingmoonminerals.com or stop by the shop in Riverton, Utah.
• Prism Healing: Book a session with Courtney at prism-healing.com.
• Practically Magick Podcast: Follow on Instagram @practically_magic_podcast or visit practically-magic.com.
• Ghost Movie Project: Watch Courtney and Blane break down horror films on the same channel.