The Hat Man; A Practitioners Origin Story

Salt has a long and interesting history in our collective consciousness. Superstitions began appearing as early as the text of the Sumerians, and are connected to bad luck and demons. Many varieties of salt are use today, including one that has a strong connection to magic and protection. Have you ever heard of Black Witches Salt??In today's episode of The Dark Side of Lightwork I will explore salt! The superstitions, health benefits and magical properties of a common ingredient that we take for granted in today's click and deliver lifestyle. Just a quick side note: I am not benefiting in anyway from providing these links below. These are my go to's for my own DIY home and body care, or where I sourced information for this episode. Link to what is now a YouTube video about the Khwera Salt Mine:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5F10RfU9NjU&feature=youtu.beWitchy Salt information:https://www.inkedgoddesscreations.com/blogs/the-inked-grimoire/salt-magickDIY Bath and Body, one of my most trusted sources online:https://www.humblebeeandme.com/DIY EVERYTHING! Love this website and podcast:https://wellnessmama.com/Information on Celtic Salt and Fleur de Lies:https://bequetconfections.com/blogs/news/celtic-salt-vs-fleur-de-selSources for Epsom Salt Baths:https://ckphysio.co.uk/hubfs/CK%20physio%20-%202023/PDF/report_on_absorption_of_magnesium_sulfate.pdf?utm_source=copilot.comhttps://biologyinsights.com/do-epsom-salt-baths-increase-magnesium-levels/?utm_source=copilot.comhttps://scienceinsights.org/how-much-magnesium-is-in-epsom-salt-really/?utm_source=copilot.comIntro, body and outro music credits:I worked with Michael Hill to create the new sound of The Dark Side of Lightwork. Michael 8 is a talented Canadian Music Producer, and the creative talent of Calgary based groups Septembryo and Telepone Silence. Learn more about Michael and his craft here:https://open.spotify.com/artist/2DW5VQbXAz6potNjT9Uwt6?si=JXc0k_KGTiyuITzJXhC-9Q

In this episode, we’re going back to the beginning. To themoment my mediumship shut down. To the time my spiritual gifts were almost lost. To the entity who became the catalyst for everything I now teach.Across cultures, across centuries, across thousands ofdocumented experiences — we all all him by the same name:The Hat Man.Let me be transparent - This episode is not about creating fear. It’s about my awakening. It’s about the shadow that arrived in my world before the light. And it’s about the child who saw him… and the practitioner she eventually became.https://www.wynnethornley.comSpecial thank you to Septembryo for creating my fresh sound. Learn more about Michael 8's work here:https://open.spotify.com/artist/2DW5VQbXAz6potNjT9Uwt6?si=lFQEOybJQpa9pgIWSHkpwg Cover art found on Pixabay

Have you heard about Nome, Alaska?  In a quick google search you will find information about the Iditarod Race, gold rush history and bird watching opportunities. In a deeper search, you will see article about ufo's, missing people and alien command bases.  In this remastered episode, I share my interest in Nome, Alaska. Where it began, and what I have learned since diving deep into the interwebs and my intuition on this fascinating, subarctic town.   Find out more about my work here: https://www.wynnethornley.comMusic Credits:Michael Hill of SeptembryoFollow this brilliant Canadian artist here:https://open.spotify.com/artist/2DW5VQbXAz6potNjT9Uwt6?si=JmuoaIwUQLWgMmKSFdQNEA Related Links that I used in my research back in 2019: https://www.visitnomealaska.com/    https://www.thecrazytourist.com/15-best-things-to-do-in-nome-ak/https://www.visitnomealaska.com/nome-camhttps://iditarod.com/https://www.roadsnacks.net/most-dangerous-cities-in-alaska/https://www.researchingaliensandufos.com/2014/08/ufo-sighting-in-nome-alaska.html?m=1 https://www.ibtimes.com/nasa-covers-cloaked-alien-spacecraft-meteor-fireball-explosion-report-blog-claims-2779025https://www.ufosightingsdaily.com/2019/03/nasa-tries-to-hide-3-5-mile-ufo-by.html  http://www.nuforc.org/webreports/ndxlAK.html Fresh Links from my 2026 follow up research:https://www.secretatlas.com/handbook/culture-and-history/antarctic/captain-james-cook?utm_source=copilot.comhttps://grokipedia.com/page/icy_capehttps://static-prod.lib.princeton.edu/visual_materials/maps/websites/northwest-passage/cook.htm?utm_source=copilot.comhttps://www.stateregstoday.com/health/alcohol/alcohol-dry-counties-in-alaskahttps://cyalcohol.com/article/is-alcohol-illegal-in-nome-alaskahttps://www.homesnacks.com/most-dangerous-cities-in-alaska/https://www.alien-technology.com/alien-movies-1900/https://www.war.gov/UFO/https://www.war.gov/UFO/release/

In this moment of PAUSE that the globe is being asked to take,  many are feeling tired, exhausted, stressed and overwhelmed. Unplug for a moment, and take a walk with me. In this reiki infused guided meditation, you will be whisked away to a space intended for you to let go, purify and ground your mind, body and soul.This guided meditation is intended to assist with relaxation and de-stressing. Please do not listen to this meditation while driving, or operating any machinery that requires your undivided attention.I am offering The Empath's Remedy on my podcast for a limited time. Enjoy as often as you need at this time of PAUSE. I would like to give a special shout out to the talented producer I worked with on this special project. Together, I think we created something pretty special. Give Michael 8 some love and check out his website and fanpages. Give him a LIKE, FOLLOW, and LISTEN:http://www.septembryo.com/https://www.facebook.com/septembryo/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOz-ifCgB_CscMw5bYZrqGwhttps://www.indiegogo.com/projects/septembryo-graphic-novel#/