Saille---Willow   Intuition-Emotion-Hidden Influences

 
Watery willow and moon tree,
divining-rod and besom be.
Medicinal bark pains will ease;
Hands then please to craftwork thee.

Tree: The Willow is a tree fond of watery places. Because of this, it is associated with the powers of the moon, emotion, and with divine figures who correspond to the moon. It was the tree sacred to the Greek Moon Goddess Hecate. Branches of Willow are often used as divining rods- especially for "water witching." The traditional Witches Besom is made of three woods: Birch twigs for the broom itself, Willow to bind them together and to hold them to an Ash stake. Willow has several medicinal uses as well, often to relieve ills caused by malevolent magick.

Expression: The Willow is a sign of intuition, Emotion, the unconscious, and sometimes deception. It is the unfoldment of psychic powers. In the Willow is the gift of cunning- of the skillful and subtle use of mental powers to have your aims met. It is also the upsurge and power of raw emotions, rising and falling as the moon does in her course over the month.

Divination: Saille indicates that there may be unforeseen emotions, and passions, influencing you (or those you love). Now is a time of enchantment and magick. You have something to learn from hidden influences, emotions, or an unknown person. There may be a dip in the deep dark pool of your own subconscious. To get a clearer view of events, things or people, use your emotion and intuition rather than cold logic. This lesson may be pleasant or unpleasant, but it will be of great benefit. Dormant abilities and emotions are awakening. You are urged to seek out the hidden influences in your life. You have the emotional flexibility needed to adapt to changes.

The Challenge of the Willow Ogham is the tendency to ignore the unconscious, the emotions, or the hidden aspects of the personality. Loss of intuition may lead to rigid attitudes about life. Or, on the other hand, the emotions or unconscious message may be too strong and undermine attempts at success. In either case, you need to get in touch with your emotions rather than suppress or over express them. You may be ignorant of an important aspect of yourself which remains hidden and cries to become known. Or you may be attempting to use logic in a situation where it is necessary to rely on emotions. When the intuition and emotions are not fully used to the extent of their powers, fluctuations may not be dealt with successfully. Also, relationships between sexes may be full of misunderstandings.

Mide, Center: Saille in Focus is Emotion.

Your feelings, emotions, and intuitions are in focus right now. This will bring forth great inspiration and insight. This is not the time to use the analytical and mental powers. Be willing to listen to your intuition and use your feelings to your benefit.

Seis, South: Saille in Fire is Intuition.

(P) Intuition and emotion will bring the creative aspects of your psyche into focus. What you need to learn or be aware of is how to allow the feelings and emotions to flow in a gentle manner and become more open to intuition. Do not try to suppress this aspect of your psyche, allow it to express itself.

(N) Intuition and emotion will become too fired up. When dealing with others, rather than cold logic, use the softer aspects of the psyche: the instinct and emotions.

Fis, West: Saille in Water is Compassion.

What you need to do to regain balance and harmony is to use your emotions and intuition in a more positive manner. Learn to attune yourself to the feelings of others and use your emotions to become more caring and compassionate. It is through compassion that you will move forward in a harmonious manner.

Cath, North: Saille in Earth is Loathing.

Regret about emotional expression is about to manifest. Do not dwell on an emotionally draining issue, or a deception that can not be resolved. Come to terms with an emotionally painful situation and then turn your eyes towards a brighter, happier, more emotionally fulfilling day.

Blath, East: Saille in Air is Vengeance.

When emotions are applied to battle, they become rage, hatred, and a lust of vengeance & destruction. Be certain that you are not allowing your emotions to decide an issue that needs to be seen in a clearly logical and analytical manner. Do not allow the negative emotions (fear, jealousy, rage, etc.) to rule the day or decide a delicate issue.