To guard against sorrow
Four white candles, 6 to 8in long
One yellow candle, 6 to 8in long
Cinnamon incense in holder
Matches or lighter
Pen
One small disk of oak wood cut from a severed branch
One can of clear varnish
One 24in long cord
Timing: cast this spell on a waxing moon, and on a Sunday, ruled by the sun, patron of health and happiness
☀Cast a circle if that’s what your tradition calls for.
☀Place the candles in a row, with the yellow candle in the center.
☀Light the incense stick and all the white candles.
☀Using the pen, draw a circle in the center of the disk, surrounded by points to represent the rays of sun.
☀In the center of the circle, write:
Salve
Sol
☀Like the yellow candle, saying:
I invoke the powers of the life-giving Sun
I invoke the power of the sun’s fires
That sorrow be burned away
And happiness revealed
☀Allow the ink to dry in the light of the candles until they’re all burned down.
☀After, drill a hole near the edge of the desk. Varnish it to protect the ink markings. Then thread through it with the cord and wear it around your neck at all times.
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Found in The Spells Bible by Ann-Marie Gallagher
I made this spell jar for my boyfriend, right now he is having a hard time finding a job and I wanted to help him is some way.
Moon cycle: New/Full
Day: Thursday
List of items:
Orange: Luck
Cinnamon: Success
Ginger: Power
Pecan: Employment
Bay Leaf: Wish
Green Wax/Ribbon
White Wax/Ribbon
St. Cajetan medal
Jar
Cleans and charge all of your items before the spell and write down what time the new or full moon comes out. Draw the Chi Rho light the candles and chant:
Oh Lord my God, I offer you these items in your name. May they help you in your work to make this spell come to pass.
In your name I pray, Amen.
Say each ingredient out loud and what it’s for in the spell, once you place everything in the jar seal it with the white and green wax the lip of jar. When the wax has harden tie the ribbons around the jar with with medal of St. Cajetan. Then offer the complete spell jar again to God and chant:
Oh God and St. Cajetan, You know my desire for a job, for work I enjoy doing, for the next step in my career to present itself. I pray that you would guide me as I continue on this job hunting journey. May I focus first on your will for my life, putting your desires and your plan above my own wishes and wants. Please open doors to new opportunities that you desire for me, equip me with the skills, knowledge, and wisdom to take steps forward in this process. As I craft my resume, write cover letters, submit my applications, connect with potential employers, and go on interviews. Give me the words to speak and the courage to share who I am and what I can do. Give me confidence that can only come from you, and give me humility too. I trust you, Lord the with your help and Cajetan – my life is in your hands. Let your will be done, thank you for being near to me every step of the way and thank you for always providing for my every need. May this all be for your glory.
Amen
Sealed it with a kiss and leave it in the moon light. Have fun and good luck with the job huntting!
It is assigning meaning to dreams, meaning using what one dreams of and the symbols, objects and events of the dream to relate them to the psychological, emotional and sometimes spiritual state of the dreamer. Some use it as a way to divine and predict the future while others use it to help assess their emotional states and subconscious thoughts they may be ignoring in waking life.
The planets each have such very distinct meanings to them making it a bit difficult to generalize them all together, though dreaming of being in space or away from Earth may relate to feeling like an outsider or like you feel misunderstood by your social group. Space can also relate to the need to explore your subconscious more as well as more about yourself as an individual.
Mercury: Often Mercury is related to logic and communication as well as related to business success. Dreaming of seeing Mercury relates to the fact you are in deep thought recently. You are likely pondering something related to business and monetary decisions. If you are on Mercury, it relates to working on “problem solving” something in your waking life.
Venus: Venus is the planet of love and romance but also of giving, happiness and honesty. If you see Venus in your dreams likely it means you’ve been thinking about your relationships in your life and are working on figuring them out. If you are on Venus then it means you are at a peaceful part of your life and are feeling content with things. It also relates to feeling loved in your waking life.
Mars: Mars is a planet of energy and action. Seeing Mars means you are having some sort of conflict in your waking life. Remember to consider the feelings of others in your life, because this may be a warning that you have been hurting them. Being on Mars can relate to feeling motivated in your waking life and aiming to reach a goal of yours. You may also be very focused on one of your passions right now.
Earth: Seeing Earth from space or another planet means you need to focus more on the whole picture. You have been too focused on the little things and minor details though it has only been adding to your waking stress. It may also relate to needing to let yourself enjoy things more often.
Jupiter: Jupiter is the planet associated with growth and wisdom was as well as truth and justice. Seeing Jupiter often relates to the fact you recently had a life lesson occur in your waking life and you are still pondering over it. It could’ve been an easy lesson or a hard one but one that you needed to learn in the long run. Being on Jupiter relates to recent abundance in your waking life. you may also be feeling rather mature lately and even possibly a bit egotistical.
Saturn: Saturn is often related to success and victory in dreams. Seeing it means you feel victorious over something and are still glowing over it. Being on Saturn or its rings means you are currently rather happy.
Neptune: Neptune is the planet of dreams, creativity, exploration and imagination. Seeing it means you are feeling inspired in waking life and are working to find a creative outlet. If you are on the planet however it may relate to lies you’ve been telling yourself and are refusing to let go of. You may have to start being more honest with yourself.
Uranus: Uranus is a symbol for change, if seen in your dreams it means changes are currently afoot in your life. Being on Uranus relates to the need for more independence and freedom.
Pluto: Pluto is a planet associated with power, life and death, and rebirth. Seeing Pluto in your dreams can mean you have a big decision to make and you need to weigh your options thoroughly. Being on Pluto means you feel powerless and lost about a situation. It may also relate to feeling alone and exiled from others.
Mercury: is said to allude to a financial favor or gain to come.
Venus: a new romance is to come in you future, or if you are in a relationship you are about to face a hurdle ahead
Mars: petty misunderstandings, arguments and conflict are on the horizon
Earth: self reflection on yourself and morals should be done because a major decision is coming soon that will challenge them
Jupiter: be prepared for someone about to turn on you, it is said to be a warning of betrayal
Saturn: you are about to get some vengeance that you have wanted for a while; someone is about to get their “just desserts” and you’ll be there to witness it. May also relate to a sudden death or tragedy to come.
Neptune: be prepared to face a creative challenge, you will need to figure out a way around it. May also be a warning that someone is lying to you
Uranus: you are about to be faced with some bad news
Pluto: for centuries it is believed it is a warning of danger and disaster, others say it is a sign of heartbreak to come
**all sources for this post come from numerous book resources, online archives, personal experience and personal grimoires.**
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my tarot deck: stop repressing your emotions
me, pulling another card: hmmm i think i need a clarifier idk what this means……
What You Need:
black candle
a smooth stone, from a source of fresh water preferred
3 blackberries/5 elderberries/2 mulberries
½ teaspoon of olive oil
pepper
a pinch of sage
a few bay leaves
three petals plucked from a geranium
mortar and pestle (or something else to grind your herbs)
a glass jar with a lid
paintbrush (using your finger can also work!)
Method:
▽ Grind up your herbs and petals with your mortar and pestle, and once thoroughly blended, scrape them into your jar.
▽ Next, grab your berries and either use your mortar and pestle to grind them up, or use your hands to turn them to mush before throwing them into your jar.
▽ Carefully measure the olive oil with a ½ teaspoon and pour it into your jar, and throw in the amount of (ground) pepper you see fit. Remember that pepper is a powerful substance used in protection spells.
▽ Once all your components are in your jar, blend them all together using a fork, making sure to mix it up until it resembles a paste. If it still looks chunky, try adding a little bit more olive oil.
▽ Lighting your black candle, say an incantation or pray to your deity as you dip your paintbrush (or finger) into your protection paste, and paint a protection sigil/marking onto your stone. Some sigils I recommend can be found here, here, here, and here. An example incantation could go like this:
Blessed Divines, so loving and kind, Watch over me, and all that is mine; Please erase my fears, I will cry no tears; Let no such harm or hurt come to me, This here is my will, so Mote It Be. ▽ When you finish painting your new protection stone, blow out the black candle and seal your glass jar with the lid. Whenever you feel the need to take extra precautions, just repaint your stone to give it a stronger intent! And there you have it! If you make your intention a lot more specific, (eg: I will feel safe when walking home, or I will be safe from nightmares), keep it in your pocket, or have it under your pillow.
I don’t care what you have heard. Witchcraft is not magic. It can not turn your eyes different colors. It can not make you into a animal. You will not be able to control the weather or summon wind with your fingers. Ghosts will not do as you say. This is not Harry Potter. Case closed
Do you think it’s gonna matter if you use a butter knife as an athame? Or you have to sub a white candle for another color because you don’t have the funds to buy that color? Or you had to leave out an ingredient because you don’t have it or you’re allergic? No, it’s not. Witchcraft (to me) is about mind over matter. If you are making an effort for your God/god/goddess/deity/elf/fae/etc it isn’t gonna matter what or how you got there, but the intent you had getting there
Totally up to you if you believe that this is okay or not. However, if you don’t like this, do not go and tell someone else it’s wrong. If they ask you how you feel you can tell them it’s not your thing. If you do like this, do not go and tell someone else it’s fine and try to get them to accept it. If they ask you about it, you can tell them that you are into it
It’s up to you and your practice. And if you can where you are etc. If you want one and can not have one, draw one or, my favorite, Set up a pinterest board for your god/goddess/fae/elf/deity etc. and save things that you thing relate to them.
This goes back to intent over tools, as long as you are comfortable with what you are doing and using, do it and use it. I use salsa and yogurt containers, coffee filters taped together, M&M tubes, and envelopes to keep crap in. I use a 99¢ Wal-Mart bandanna to do spells on that I got from Girl Scout camp and it has rainbow peace signs all over it. Do I care? Nope. Does anyone else care or will they judge you? Nope. we are all in the same boat here.
I LOVE hand making things. Whether you are good or bad at it, it is a good way to save money, and personalize it just for you. Example: I made tarot cards out of printer paper that I cut out and wrote the card name, and definition of what it means (to me) and I love them. Pencil wand? Yas queen. DIY cauldron out of play-dough? Frick me u p daddy.
You’d think I would have to include this bUT Some things are okay to consume. Sometimes if taking a certain medicine you can’t consume that. Sometimes you are allergic to one thing, and in turn you will be allergic to that thing too. Sometimes you are pregnant and it’S HIGHLY DANGEROUS TO CONSUME THINGS WITHOUT KNOWING WHAT IT DOES
Case c l o s e d
Not nice spirits can attach to people who have depression and anxiety more so than people who don’t
There are good and bad spirits. if one makes you feel comfomy, do not feel bad for asking it to leave/getting rid of it
This happens a lot. Especially when you get a new deck and it’s so new and shiny and you can’t w a i t to get your grubby little hands on it and do crap >:D but you don’t want to get into the habbit of “ohgoshgollybatman I have to go to the store, okay let’s see if I’ll get hit by a car… oh and do I really need the applejuice..” or “do I REALLY need this plant..” bc the answer to that is always yes duh
Now stay with me, it is for guiding you in the future. It can not tell you what day you are going to die, who you are going to marry, etc
Let’s sayyyyy you do a simple past, present, and future reading with tarot, and you get a bad reading for the future, it doesn’t matter. That is how it is going right now, now you can see what you need to change etc
Heckadoodle I use a binder and notebook paper so I can move stuff around. I just write with a pencil and pen, and color with dollar store crayons or collered pencils. Now, you may be thinking, “Oh but, it’s a nice binder right?” Lemme stop you right there. It is falling apart, needs to be ducktaped, has a picture of my doggo inside and I’ve used it for school for abouutt.. 7 years? Summin’ it up: It don’t gotta be fancy
I do this all the freaking time and I’ll leave a candle out, and then here comes mother. Closet underage witches know the struggle. Trying to explain why you have a burning candle left in your room. Or if you are adult and have to adult after a spell or whatever and leave the house and come back to the candle just sittin’ there. Burning away. (my mom did this once and it caught her table on fire) Timer. Yep.
This is more focused to me bc i am nerd but okie dokie I know Latin from school, therefore I mix it into my spells (like some on @witchy-recipes-and-things) and provide a translation. I don’t want anyone to think you have to have a certain language for your craft.
Tbh this is too long already so if you want another post on it tell me and I’ll make one and link it
In your phone case, in your wallet, in a shoe, under fingernail polish, under seats, wherever whatever-I can also elaborate more on this
When doing love spells, consent from the other person is a must.
It is about the craft, not religion
And you do not have to be Wiccan to partake in Witchcraft
I put rubbed sage meant for cooking on a metal plate and torch the sucker Shane Dawson style but with one of the long lighters, then run around my house in my underware screaming “MAY THE POWER OF CHRIST COMPEL YOU BITCH” in Latin
OPEN.THE.WINDOWS.WHEN.DEALING.WITH.SMOKE Trust your witch mother who is allergic to everything and is an asthmatic, open the windows and doors. Also, as the smoke leaves you room through the windows or whatever, the spirits/bad vibes/etc leave with it
Witchcraft is how YOU feel about things. No matter how other people feel about things
Like I think cinnamon is hot, deals with the sun, direction south, used for healing love etc., but it can be totally different for you
Can not stress this enough. This is the best thing to do even if you can not practice your craft where you are atm. knowledge is power.
So here is a list I’ve complied :D (yes I’ve made all of these, I was too bored to ask people’s permission to add things, sue me) (All of the spells are all religion inclusive)
Learn you star sign with detail Edible Flower List Witch Tools Tarot Meanings Cheat Sheet
Good First Spell-Calming Tea Spell DIY Charcoal Pencil Get Shit Done Bottle Spell to Sleep Sea in a Bottle Protection and Calm Bottle Find a Item You Lot
Friendly reminder that on this Samhain if you plan to contact spirits, please PLEASE do it safely!
Set up a special place before you get started, make sure you will be uninterrupted while doing your work if possible. I know sometimes it’s hard to work that out for some. I personally have two children and I have to wait till they are asleep to do this kind of work.
Protect yourself, reenforce any protections you may already have, not just on you but on your space as well. Make sure you’re grounded and prepared for the work you’re going to do.
RESEARCH! DO NOT GO IN UNPREPARED! Guys seriously don’t just decided half assed that you’re going to speak with the dead or spirits because you see others doing it. Know what you are going to do. Research rituals, spells, sigils, whatever and make a plan. Stick with the plan, being prepared and having knowledge is honestly your most powerful tools in the Craft.
Tools, be familiar with the tools you plan to use. I am most familiar and connected to my pendulum so he is what I use the most, second is cards and candles I use all three together but I use my pendulum for the main communication, if I need help that he can’t give I use my tarot cards and candles with him. It is important to be familiar and know your tools so that you know when something isn’t right. Spirits can be tricky and your best defense of knowing what’s truth and lie is knowing your tools and how they typically respond to you.
Don’t go in being open to just any spirit that’s willing to talk to you if you’re not experienced. You need to have an idea of who you want to speak with, this comes back to being prepared and knowledge.
If it gets weird or scary don’t just stop. You need to be firm and say goodbye and end any spell you were doing, blow your candles out and close your circle and ground yourself. Take notes of what happened for later. Do not just leave this situation, be firm about disconnecting with the spirit and ending what you are doing.
Don’t get discouraged if things don’t go right or you don’t make contact it happens and Samhain isn’t the only time you can contact them. You can always try again.
If you don’t feel that you are prepared enough or comfortable with contacting the spirit world yourself there are plenty of spirit workers, mediums, witches, Oracles ect that you can contact to do it for you.
If your blog is open for spirit work paid or free reblog this so people will know they can contact you as a safe alternative to going it alone and unprepared. I ask that if you reblog for that reason you note if you’re paid or free please. 🧡🖤
Stay safe, stay witchy, have a blessed and happy Samhain! 🎃🖤🧡
💸💵💸🕯💸💵💸
Like to charge, reblog to cast
born to always mourn the present like it’s already become a memory
~ What are Crystals and what are they used for?
Most crystals ( in this case including gems, rocks, precious stones, semi-precious stones, and simple stones) are of mineral origin. Crystals, like amethyst, come out of the ground naturally faceted and don’t need to be changed in anyway. Diamonds, for example, come out of the ground equally as rough, but are usually polished and cut into intricate styles.
For many years, crystal have been used as a tool to aid spiritual healing, psychic development, and meditation.
~ How can I incorporate Crystals into my everyday life?
You can carry around your crystals. This way you can feel your crystals energy when needed. Place them in a little sachet or pouch and they are ready to go!
Infuse your water with your clean crystals. This is a fast way to feel your crystals energy.
Decorate your magickal space and/or surroundings with crystals.
Meditate with your crystals. Just spend a minimum of 30 seconds with each crystal. Hold it in your hands, close your eyes, and feel its energy soaking into your skin.
Agate
~Banded: help you feel grounded, remain focused, and banishes fears.
~Blue Lace: helps you adjust and adapt.
~Moss: refreshes spirit, brings peace of mind, helps to develop intuition.
~Tree: aids meditation and clear thinking, reduces stress.
Amazonite ~ soothes the nervous system, increases self-esteem and confidence.
Amber ~ relieves depression and lifts your spirits.
Amethyst ~ the great healer of mind, body, and spirit. helps the development of psychic abilities and intuition.
Apache Tears ~ brings good fortune and positive energy.
Apatite ~ aids in motivation and communicative powers.
Aquamarine ~ helps you during hard decisions and times. promotes compassion and empathy.
Azurite ~ relinquishes harmful beliefs.
Bloodstone (aka Heliotrope) ~ calms fears, and dispels confusion and obsessive ideas.
Calcite ~ boosts energy and provides amazing psychic protection.
Carnelian (aka Sard) ~ banishes jealousy and inspires courage. aids perception.
Celestine ~ helps with communication and good thoughts.
Chalcedony ~ balances emotions and lifts your spirits.
Chrysocolla ~ eases stress and promotes self-confidence.
Citrine ~ helps steady emotions and give inspiration.
Coral ~ strengthens and protects emotions.
Desert Rose ~ promotes love and stability in relationships.
Diamond ~ assists in your connection with the universe.
Emerald ~ strong healer with both physical and mental problems.
Fluorite ~ helps with rationality and combats anxiety and worries.
Garnet ~ protects against melancholy and depression. encourages perseverance and patience.
Hematite ~ helps with psychic development and building self-esteem.
Jade ~ a very useful healing stone for both the body and spirit.
Jasper ~ aids with stress relief and grounding. promotes tranquility.
Jet ~ keeps evil spirits at bay and strengthens character.
Kunzite ~ helps align emotions. provides security.
Kyanite ~ helps to align and heal chakras.
Labradorite ~ aids with strong development of psychic powers.
Lapis Lazuli ~ helps develop your sixth sense. stimulates intuition. promotes creativity.
Lepidolite ~ great for relieving stress and dispelling negative emotions.
Malachite ~ used for healing when dealing with negative emotions.
Moonstone ~ restores harmony and emotion balance.
Obsidian ~ helps you to focus on the paranormal, used for protection and a scrying tool.
Onyx ~ instills a protective psychic shield.
Opal ~ helps with rationalizing emotional states.
Pearl ~ aids self-respect, stability, and self-esteem.
Pyrite ~ opens the mind to new ideas.
Quartz ~ channels and aids in meditation. a powerful healing stone.
Rose Quartz ~ aids in anything love-related. instills comfort, relieves grief, and promotes harmonious relationships.
Rutilated Quartz ~ releases energy blockers.
Rhodonite ~ helps with assurance and confidence.
Ruby ~ purifies love, promotes spiritual knowledge and to be realistic about situations.
Sapphire ~ aids in mental clarity, clearing your inner eye, and bringing good fortune.
Smoky Quartz ~ filters out negative thoughts and emotions. helps with telepathy.
Sodalite ~ heals damaged emotions, and aids in restful sleep.
Tanzanite ~ helps you to accept change.
TIger’s Eye ~ a powerful aid in those seeking knowledge about past or future lives. promotes persistence and protection.
Topaz ~ allows you to transmit your visualizations as universal messages. an aid in telepathy.
Tourmaline ~ repels all negative energy and is a powerful stone for protection.
Turquoise ~ an aid in luck, love, money, and protection.
Unakite ~ heals the psyche, helps you realize your higher self.
Some crystals shouldn’t be left in direct sunlight. These include: Amethyst, Ametrine, Aquamarine, Celestite, Citrine, Fluorite, Kunzite, Opal, Rose Quartz, Smoky Quartz, Topaz, and Turquoise.
Some crystals shouldn’t get wet. These include: Celestine, Desert Rose, Lapis Lazuli, Lepidolite, Malachite, Selenite, and Sodalite.
Click here to learn about Crystal Shapes.
source: Crystals by Cass & Janie Jackson
* If there is anything we missed or you’d like to add, just let us know! *
I hope this is useful! xx ~ @chlovoyant
Hey guys here are some tips for charging objects for spell-casting and why!
1. Bury the item you want to charge. Sometimes an item is used so often or for so long it starts to absorb energies around it. Reconnect it to the earth, literally grounding the item.
2. Charge with heat. There are many ways you can add heat to an item. The hot sun, a candle, an oven, a stove top, even the microwave. Please be careful when doing this however as it is very easy to get burned. As someone of finnish decent however, sauna stones are something I have often, and would recommend others try!
3. Although an unusual way to consider charging, make sure the space around your altar is clean. Or clean something while carrying what it is you want to charge. The purpose of this is to transform the space, and remove additional energies that might be clogging up your spell
4. If possible, soak an item in salt water for a period of time. Salt’s status as an electrolyte means that it’s atoms carry a charge. I would recommend at least 24 hours. This is a very literal way to charge something, but also very easy. Note that any salt will work as epsom salts are also electrolytes (just not ones you should eat)
5. Use the New or Full moon. Naturally these are powerful times to spell cast, collect, and charge items, as even ocean waves are influenced moreso during these times. This also may be why your spells are not working–about a weak after a full or new moon, the moon is at its weakest. This reflects in the oceans as neap tides. Avoid spellcasting during those times.
6. Have someone close to you hold the item for a length of time. Every person has their own energy, and their own shared energy, and if the spell involves them, or they have a quality you want to invoke in yourself,
7. For spells relating to change, take items from, or use a charging spell in liminal spaces. What does this mean? Loosely, liminal places that are only meant for transition, getting from one place to another. These are also places that make most people uneasy because lingering feels like it is outside of it’s normal use. This includes stairwells, elevators, train stations, empty parking lots, schools during break, even when at art galleries alone, because they imitate rooms we live in, while not being livable space.
Robin’s Journal | she/her | lesbian | 20 | struggling with mental health & returning to my craft.
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