the Hunter's Moon is coming on October 9th, and I just found a cool spell online to do on that night! As always, you can tweak things around according to your circumstances.
Take a glass of any juice you like
Go outside in a moonlit spot
Gaze at the moon while you tell her all your wishes, detailing them as much as you can. When you're done, raise your glass for her and say the following words:
"Mother Goddess, look and see
this chalice I'm offering you.
It's yours for everything you've done,
graceful silver Goddess."
4. Spill the drink on the ground and be sure that your wishes will be fulfilled.
Belladonna (Deadly Nightshade)- Poisonous, so do not ingest. Used for flight (on a broom and astral projection), for youth and beauty spells, and to summon the dead.
Betony- For purification and protection. Prevents nightmares.
Caraway- Good for love spells and as an aphrodisiac
Cinquefoil- Prosperity, purification and protection
Clover- cures madness, also useful in youth and beauty spells.
Cowslip- Invites those who have passed to visit in dreams.
Dragons Blood- Cures impotency, good for love spells
Elecampane- Aids in raising spirits.
Eyebright- Make a tincture and anoint your eyelids to induce visions.
Frankincense- Powerful aid to meditation.
Garlic- protection, healing, courage, and of course exorcism.
Hawthorn- Protects against evil spirits, good for marital happiness.
Hellebore- Can make you invisible. Useful in exorcisms.
Henbane- Aids in flight (on a broom, but also astral projection.
Holly- Powerful protection against evil. Enhances masculinity, Invites prophetic dreams.
Honeysuckle- Useful for prosperity and love charms
Hyssop- Purifies. Useful in preparing for astral projection and for banishing evil spirits.
Juniper- Protects against accidents and theft.
Lavender- Provides clarity of thought, aids in having visions. Good for peace and protection.
Lemon Balm- Aphrodisiac, also soothes a broken heart.
Mandrake- Powerful protective charm. Increases strength and courage, as well as virility and fertility.
Marigold- Useful in prophesying. Helps you see magickal creatures.
Majoram- Helps overcome grief.
Mistletoe- Mainly used in love spells and to aid in conception, also provides protection.
Mugwort- Aids in astral projection, enhances psychic abilities, prevents fatigue.
Myrtle- Long history of use in love spells.
Pimpernel- Helps detect lies and deceit.
Rosemary- “Rosemary for remembrance”. Improves memory and mental function, useful in youth spells.
Sage- Good for fertility and wisdom, also aids in health and longevity.
St Johns Wort- Increases courage and willpower, good for banishing evil spirits.
Thyme- Renews energy, purifies the spirit
Vervain- Cleanses ritual spaces. Good for prosperity and creativity.
Wormwood- Releases the wandering dead so they may rest. Useful in divination.
Yarrow- Enhances perception and psychic abilities.
~ What is a Familiar?
A familiar is a physical or spiritual being in which you are spiritually connected to. They are an aid to witches; their companion and guardian. Familiars are said to be healers, protectors, and helpers. Traditionally, familiars are animals, but they can also be human-esque. Animals are often viewed as familiars because of their connection with the earth. And no, familiars don’t need to be your pet. They can be any animal you feel a spiritual connection to.
~ Brief History of Familiars
A witch’s familiar wasn’t viewed as evil until the beginning of The Middle Ages. They came to be thought of as demons and dark spirits, and were associated with the devil. They were sent by their witches to wreak havoc because they weren’t easily detected and were fed blood. Every witch was believed to have a familiar, and close animal companions were often used as proof that the convicted was a witch.
~ How do I find my Familiar?
You can use spells to bring forth your familiar, or to provide clarity on what your familiar is.
Working with divination tools and asking them questions about your familiar are also great ways to help you find it.
Meditation is an amazing way to bring clarity about what your familiar is or is like. Take deep breaths and let your mind wander. Pay attention to creatures that approach you, their mannerisms, the way they communicate, and the way they respond. You may go through several beings, and may find out traits of your familiar through communicating with these beings.
You may not find one the first time, but that’s okay. If you truly believe you have a familiar, keep trying! Keep in mind, not everyone has one. Some witches even prefer working alone.
~ How do I know when I’ve found my Familiar?
There are many ways to know when you’ve found your familiar. Do they give you a boost? Do they follow you around? Do you trust them more than you trust anything else? If you answered yes to even one of those questions, then you might’ve found your familiar. They might take part in your rituals, be patient and aware while you are spell casting or doing spiritual work, hang around your magickal space, or be protective of you. They might be all of the above, and more!
~ How do I bond with my Familiar?
Most important thing I can say: respect your familiar! Your familiar will take this very highly into consideration. Give them the best life you can give them; the best food, best housing, clean conditions, positive energy, and lots of one on one time! Speak to them kindly, pet them, brush them, give them offerings, and reward them for their help. Make them a collar with protective crystals or crystals that hold your best energy. And overall, protect them, and make them feel safe. They will reciprocate whatever energy you give them, and then some.
~ How can my Familiar aid me and when?
Familiars are mostly known for how much they help their witch. They will aid you whenever they can with whatever they can, from connecting with nature to enhancing any psychic, spiritual, and divine abilities. Familiars will protect you, physically and spiritually, and be your emotional support. You can even invite them in to harness their energy for whatever you need them for.
~ Can I have multiple Familiars?
Of course! It is a common misconception that you can’t have multiple familiars, but you can! Remember, they don’t have to just be animals, and they definitely don’t have to just be cats, either.
~ Do you have a Familiar?
I do! My 3-year old, female tortoise shell cat, Kaya. I am beyond grateful that we found each other. She plays an important role in my everyday life, and has aided me in more ways than I thought possible. I love her with all my soul!
xx ~ @chlovoyant
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Mabon, also known as the Autumn Equinox, marks the midpoint between the summer and winter solstices. It's a time to celebrate the abundance of the harvest season and express gratitude for the blessings of the year. One way to honor this occasion is by setting up a Mabon altar, adorned with items and symbols that resonate with the energy of the season. Here are a few ideas for when you’re putting your altar together.
The Altar Cloth: Choose an altar cloth in rich autumnal colors such as deep red, orange, or brown. These colors represent the changing leaves and the bountiful harvest.
Seasonal Fruits and Vegetables: Incorporate apples, pumpkins, squash, and corn, or any local harvests you have in your area. These are traditional symbols of the harvest and abundance during Mabon.
Candles: Use candles in colors associated with Mabon, such as gold, yellow, orange, or deep red. These represent the changing colors of the land. Alternatively, you could use black and white candles to represent the balance of dark and light on the equinox.
Crystals: Consider placing crystals like citrine, amethyst, or jasper on your altar. These stones resonate with the energies of balance, gratitude, and abundance.
Symbols of Balance: Include items that represent the balance of day and night, such as a yin-yang symbol or two candles, one for the sun and one for the moon.
Leaves and Acorns: Collect fallen leaves and acorns to symbolize the changing season and the promise of new growth in the future.
Chalice and Bread: A chalice filled with wine or cider and a loaf of bread represent the traditional elements of water and earth, symbolizing the harvest's bounty.
Deity Representations: If you work with specific deities in your practice, add representations of them to your altar. Some gods and goddesses associated with Mabon include Demeter, Persephone, and the Green Man.
Mabon Correspondences
Colors: Deep red, orange, yellow, brown, and gold.
Herbs: Sage, marigold, hops, and thistle.
Foods: Apples, grapes, nuts, grains, and root vegetables.
Symbols: Scales, cornucopias, and the autumn wreath.
Activities: Apple picking, making wreaths, offering prayers of gratitude, and sharing a feast with loved ones.
Intentions: Reflect on balance in your life, give thanks for your blessings, and set intentions for the darker months ahead.
May you be blessed with abundance and gratitude.
Trans women are ALWAYS included when I’m referring to women
“If someone does not want me it is not the end of the world. But if I do not want me, the world is nothing but endings.”
— Nayyirah Waheed
It’s okay to not “dress like a witch”, you are a witch, so you are dressed like one!
Sometimes spells don’t work, don’t get flustered, try again!
Not everybody in the community is nice and welcoming, hold your ground.
Find what path suits YOU, not your peers.
Witchcraft is customisable to fit YOUR needs.
Cursing is NOT a bad thing!
Respect closed cultures always.
You don’t have to be religious.
Witchcraft and Wicca are NOT synonymous! Witchcraft is a secular practice, Wicca is a religion completely unrelated.
Remember to ground and cleanse every once and a while.
Thank your tools occasionally.
Witchcraft is not the solution to all of your problems.
Ingesting herbs can be dangerous at times, be careful. Especially if you take medication!
You will not be able to control people, read minds, levitate, or use telekinesis. Those are all movie magic.
Take everything with a large grain of salt.
Read as much as you can, even the “bad” (cough silver ravenwolf) books, you can learn what not to do that way.
Avoid Silver Ravenwolf unless just reading for the meme.
You don’t have to keep up an edgy “witch” aesthetic, just be you!
There tends to be a lot of drama surrounding the witch community in particular, stay out of it.
STAY AWAY FROM PAGANSUNCENSORED.
You don’t have to do anything you don’t feel comfortable doing.
Covens are NOT mandatory.
There is no special ‘initiation’ to become a witch, you want to identify as a witch? You’re a witch! Just like magic.
Be careful of who you trust, just like any other community there are bad eggs who will try to hurt you.
You don’t have to use divination to be a witch!
You don’t have to tell people you practice until you feel safe doing so, don’t feel rushed.
RESEARCH, CROSS CHECK, THEN CHECK AGAIN! Never believe one source.
Shielding and protection are important.
Casting a circle is not necessary, it is a preference.
People who have been practicing for longer than you will sometimes try to belittle you, do not believe them. You are just as much a witch as someone who has been practicing 20+ years, you’re just newer.
DON’T LICK UNKNOWN ROCKS. Seriously, you could die.
Using a ouija board is not going to summon a demon, but take the same precautions you would with any spirit work.
Don’t be afraid to ask for help, or ask someone to teach you something.
Remember that you don’t have to be ONE type of witch, you can practice forty different types of witchcraft at one time if you want!
Charging your crystals gives them an extra boost and aids in magic.
If you don’t want to use the title “witch”, you don’t have to. There are many, MANY other ways to say you like a little magic in your cereal.
There are many ways to practice in secret, but make sure you’re safe in doing so.
Burying jars is awful for the environment. Find biodegradable things to use instead!
Be careful if collecting graveyard dirt (or anything from a graveyard) - you can get into some pretty extensive trouble.
Be cautious about using rusty nails. Always wear gloves.
Basic fire safety goes a LONG way.
Your own intuition is one of your biggest tools, learn to use it well.
Learn at your own speed!
Don’t use witchcraft in place of medical/psychiatric professional assistance.
Working with Fae can be dangerous, make sure you know what you’re doing.
Research before doing something, common sense right?
Familiars will not always be your pets, unfortunately.
Working with spirits can be dangerous, take necessary precautions.
Lemon water is probably the easiest way to cleanse, just be careful around crystals.
You are valid as a witch, no matter if you’ve been practicing 20 minutes or 20+ years. You are awesome.
Loose Mabon incense
dried orange peels
star anise
cinnamon bark or cinnamon stick broken up
dried cedar leaf
calendula flowers
8 drops orange essential oil
5 drops cinnamon essential oil
3 drops nutmeg essential oil
Break up chunkier ingredients, like cinnamon and dried orange peel, into smaller pieces. This will both release the scent and make them easier to burn.
Mix all the dry ingredients together in a clean glass jar using a chopstick or the handle of a wooden spoon.
Add essential oils, one drop at a time, mixing the incense between drops to disperse oil evenly. Store in a clean glass jar for up to 4 months.
Use your Mabon incense anyway you want to.
Here’s a few ideas:
Toss a handful in to empower your ritual bonfire.
Burn it in a cauldron or fire safe bowl on a charcoal disk.
Steep it in water and boil it on the stove for smoke-free way to release the scent of autumn in your home.
Add a small pinch into a handmade ritual candle during the melting process..
New witches often come to me confused and lost because they’re overwhelmed by the sheer number of directions that they could potentially take their craft. They see talk of green witches and kitchen witches, tech witches, sea witches and so many others and they have a completely human reaction to being confronted with such an overabundance of information.
Without a defined direction they feel incapable of continuing forward, they stagnate while they try to pick a path and they stop learning. They don’t want to pursue something only to have to backtrack later so they pursue nothing at all!
How is anyone supposed to get their start in the craft when they have NO IDEA what direction they want to go in? Or what if they have more than one kind of witchcraft that interests them? How do they choose?!
The answer is surprisingly simple.
You don’t!
Having a specialization or a personal path in your witchcraft can be a wonderful thing but unless you just KNOW right from the jump what kind of specialty is for you there’s no need to get wrapped up in those sorts of details.
The important thing is that you keep learning.
For the majority of people their path unfolds in the natural course of events.
Maybe you try a bunch of different things but you find after a few months that you’re gravitating toward divination almost every time you practice your craft.
Or perhaps you started out with kitchen magic but suddenly find yourself with a burning interest in stars and how they can be used in the craft.
Perhaps over the course of your time as a witch you even find that you prefer not to narrow your focus, instead pulling from many paths to create something personal to you.
Every individual witch will find their own path which, while they may choose to call it by a recognizable title, will be entirely unique to them. Finding your path is not about choosing what kind of witchcraft you want to practice, it’s about allowing your craft to develop its own flavor and personality as you learn and grow.
In order to find your path you must let go of the imposed boundaries of titles. Titles can be useful in many ways but for newer witches they can be limiting. Witchcraft is a way to claim your power! Why would you limit yourself in that pursuit?
Instead cast your net as far as you like, read about anything and everything that interests you. Allow yourself to wander in your learning, follow your whims and soak up as much variety as you can.
Don’t limit yourself to only the things that are obviously magical! The mundane can always be made magical. What do you love? Can you transform your hobbies and existing interests and incorporate them into your craft? (Hint: the answer is almost certainly yes!)
As you explore and learn and practice your path will make itself clear, the things you love, the things that make you excited will always come to the surface. You will find yourself reaching for the practices that truly FEEL magical to you again and again.
That is the essence of your craft! Those foundational practices that you use so regularly that they come as easy as breathing are what make up your personal path.
Tomorrow I’m going to be telling you about the workshop I’ve been putting together to help new witches get started and avoid the stagnation that can come from this sort of information overload!
What’s your biggest struggle when it comes to pursuing your craft? Tell me about it in the comments!
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.
Robin’s Journal | she/her | lesbian | 20 | struggling with mental health & returning to my craft.
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