Bad Ritual

||19||trans boy||he/him|| ||Hellenistic polytheism||Eclectic Witchcraft||Spiritualism|| I'm Aarin. I'm obsessed with the paranormal, movies, comics, bands, and books. Free 1 card tarot readings: closed Free pendulum readings: closed Devotee of Gaea, Artemis, Apollon, Set, Sobek, Hermes and Hades. Demisexual, Panromantic, Polyamorous.

[theravenshearth-deactivated2014]

Just a little cleansing incense for your blog to chase all the negative crap away. 

[kamonra]

that’s kinda super adorbs.

[windvexer-deactivated20160501]

Why hexing is the answer

Because it is our right to stand up to our abusers.

Because it’s bullshit to tell people to just take the abuse.

Because it’s not our job to heal the people that hurt us.

Because we should support self-defense.

Because pacifism is one belief system that doesn’t apply to everybody.

Because karma doesn’t work how you think it works.

Because sometimes, magic is the last recourse of the downtrodden and the hurt, the people who can’t go to law enforcement, or the people who are alone in their struggles.

Because each witch has a right to do what they want with their magic.

Because it is not our job to heal our abusers

[whiteassenby]

What should you put in your bath?

black tea: soothes sunburns [1] [2] and is antimicrobial [3] contains some essential polyphenols and tannin, reduces puffiness/inflammation [4] 

green tea: antioxidant and detoxifier [1] soothes rashes, increases healing rate, softens skin [2] heals sores and wounds, rejuvenates skin cells, improve psoriasis and dandruff [3] anti-aging, mood stabilizing [4]

apple cider vinegar: anti inflammatory and softens skin [1]

ground ginger: increases circulation, promotes sweating, opens pores, relieves pain [1]

lemon: antioxidant (brightens skin) [1] 

olive oil: moisturizes skin [1]

calendula flowers: soothes burns, inflammation, rashes, insect bites, skin disorders [1] useful for small children [2]

elder-flowers: anti-inflammatory and heals rashes cuts and wounds [1]

Himalayan salt: soothes insect bites, heals blisters, relieves arthritis pain [1] softens skin [2]

oatmeal: soothes, anti-inflammatory, calms angry skin [1]

rose petals: relax mind, relieve sleepiness, soothe headaches and stress [1] promote positive feelings [2]

valerian root: relax the mind, relieve sleepiness, soothe headaches and stress [1]

lavender: relax the mind, relieve sleepiness, soothe headaches and stress [1] [2]

mugwort: relax the mind, relieve sleepiness, soothe and headaches and stress [1]

chammomile: soothes nerves [1] good for dry skin [2]

passion flower: soothes nerves [1]

hops: soothes nerves [1]

rosemary: pain relief, soothes headaches and fatigue [1] relaxing, increases alertness and clarity of mind [2] soothes sore throat[3]

thyme: pain relief, soothes headaches and fatigue [1]

devils claw: eases joint pain [1]

juniperberries: soothes muscle aches [1]

peppermint: increase blood flow, relieve congestion [1]

eucalyptus: increase blood flow, relieve congestion [1] increases energy [2]

thyme: increase blood flow, relieve congestion [1]

jasmine: emollient and antiseptic, soothes skin [1] 

organic coconut flakes: nourish the skin [1]

sage: uplifting, good for oily skin and back acne [1] stimulating [2]

marjoram: decongestant, soothes muscle pain [1]

whole cow’s milk: hydrates and mildly exfoliates skin [1]

cow’s buttermilk: hydrates and thoroughly exfoliates skin [1]

goat’s milk: thoroughly hydrates and exfoliates skin, provides nutrients [1]

[tendercomrade]

Whoa! Great ref! I just want to add that passion flower, mugwort, and valerian are not safe to use if you are pregnant.

[mousedear]

^^^

[adaydream222]

Reblog if your blog is a safe space for

- witches of color - male witches - lgbtqpiad+ witches - non religious witches - young witches - beginner witches - plus size witches - differently abled/disabled witches - witches suffering mental illness

[kemetiwitchcraft]

Dragon Protection Spell

Needed: Container with lid Ring, necklace, or other wearble item “Scales” (paper cut out to look like scales, these should be between 2 and 3 in big) Fire Few sewing needles Stones you associate with protection

1) do any pre ritual things you do

2) very carefully and quickly run the item through the fire then say “with dragon’s fire I fight back againt all that would harm me”

3) place item in the center of the container

4)place the scales along the walls of the container surrounding the item as you say “with dragon’s scales I am impenetrable to the words and actions of those who seek me harm”

5)add the sewing needles, points facing away from the item as you say “with dragon’s talons I poison those who harm me”

6) add the stones you associate with protection and close the lid, let it sit for 24 hours

7) enjoy

Basically the fire is for while they are trying, the scales are so they can’t do any damage, and the talons are just in case they did anyways

[lavendersucculents]

When you guys have visited potential apartments, what kind of questions did you ask besides the basics like what rent and utilities include?

[dynastylnoire]

Here are questions I didn’t ask but should have: what does the basement look like?

What measures are taken to secure the building ?

Are the walls thin? Brief info of who lives in the building. Are they college kids? People that work through the day? Elderly? Is it a mix? Where does the garbage go?

Can I pay rent bi-weekly? What kind of fuses does the apartment use? (My fuse box is in the basement. If I blow a fuse I have to replace it myself. They screw until the box. All of which I didn’t know until it happend and I was sitting in the dark suddenly)

[audreynical2]

Who do I call for repairs? (If it’s a private rental) Am I allowed to paint the walls? Is there any additional storage? Do you do regular pest control?

[shovelandchampagne-deactivated2]

LAUNDRY FACILITIES Definitely ask about security Whether subletting is allowed (esp if you’re in college and might want to sublet for the summer) If you have a car, whether there’s parking/how much it costs What kind of heating/AC there is Procedure/response time for any maintenance How mail/packages are received/protected from theft (seriously people stealing your packages can be a huge problem) What kind of verification of your salary will they want, and in what circumstances will they accept a guarantor instead? Whether the apartment is furnished

Assuming you are in the middle of looking at/choosing between places: When does the lease start? Are you going to give preference to people based on when they can move in? Whether groups of a certain number of people get preference Really anything about who they prioritize for applications, it can save you a lot of trouble in trying to apply to places you’ll never get into

[werewolfau-deactivated20180321]

count the outlets, ask about recycling policies, ask if there’s a noise restriction (nothing loud after midnight, everything goes on the weekend, etc)

[bye9000-deactivated20170123]

What are the upfront fees for moving in? (1 month, brokers, 1 month security fee?)

Is there a credit check fee? (shouldn’t be over $25. shouldn’t even exist really but credit check fees at $125, 150? robbery)

Ask about the intercom system, ask about security cameras, ask about the locks on the front door. One place I looked at, the building was locked, and the broker jimmied the front door open with his business card. If the broker could do it, so could a rapist

Is there a live-in super? (godsends, heroes) If so ask to meet them. A lazy, ignorant, or uncaring super is a nightmare waiting to happen. An active, interested, proud one is excellent, even better if they’re union

How do I pay my rent? (Check, money order?) Can I pay online? (If check/money order mailed in is the only way, make sure to get receipts for sending the rent out every month!! Critical!! Keep your proof of payments made on time every time in case they get on some foul shit. Landlords are out  here to screw you and make money)

When does the lease renew? Can I negotiate a two-year option at a reduced monthly rate? Can I get $50, $100, $200 off the rent? (it doesn’t hurt to ask!!) Does the rent go up significantly after a year, two years? (Places with “introductory rents” or rent deals may do this to you… you may not be able to afford that apt once it goes up to its regular price!)

Is this apt rent-controlled or rent-stabilized? (NYC thing, godsend)

Have there ever been bed bugs in this apartment/in this building? (at least in nyc they are legally obligated to disclose this to you i believe)

What documents do they REALLY NEED for the application? (lots of places will want a former landlord recommendation letter… lots of places will also just let that shit slide if you have most of your packet together)

When is the apt available for moving in? Can I start the move-in process earlier than my lease start date? If so, will prorated rent be added onto my bill or no? (some places will nickel and dime you with that shit)

[gizkasparadise]

not something for asking the realtors, necessarily, but important rights you should be aware of as a tenant:

when and for what reasons are your landlords allowed to enter your home? how much of a notice should they give you before entering?

can the landlord make modifications to your home or apartment without your approval? to what extent?

what are the options and conditions for breaking your lease early if there’s an emergency? (this is ESPECIALLY important for anyone moving to a new state/considerable distance where you are not able to visit the apartment/home before you rent – students get taken advantage of ALL THE TIME with this shit)

if your first or last month at the property is a partial stay (i.e. you move in on july 15th, and rent is typically due on the first) make sure you don’t pay the full first month’s rent before you know the area laws! in many states, you are only legally required to pay for the time you are occupying the property

is renter’s insurance necessary? many apartments want at least 30k coverage, which can run a couple hundred dollars extra per year

are the landlords/property management liable for crimes on the property? for example, if your car was broken into. if not GET RENTER’S INSURANCE

[lmaodies]

-ask if there’s any property upkeep you can do to get a bit off the rent (aka, can they take 100$ off the monthly rent if you maintain the lawns/garden, etc.) 

-ask if there’s been any consistent/frequent trouble with electricity/internet connectivity/cable if you have it

-what KIND of electricity? 

-what kind of heating (hot water/electric)

-how secure is the neighborhood (if you don’t know) 

-ANY PLUMBING ISSUES? check ALL the fucking taps, the showers, EVERYTHING WITH WATER to make sure it all works right. 

[minimal23]

Probably already covered in the heating aspect but - check the windows/window frames. I’ve now lived in two separate places that have had wooden frames - one with single pane windows and the other the frames had warped so much that in two rooms there was a considerable gap between the window and the frame when the window was “shut”

Landlord access (if it’s not a live in landlord) is a biggie - I’ve been hit by this before and have heard of worse cases too. Make sure you hold them accountable to what they put in the contract.

And talking of contracts - do not sign anything without reading it thoroughly, twice. I repeat - DO. NOT. SIGN. ANYTHING. WITHOUT. READING. IT. TWICE. And if you don’t understand something or agree with it, bring it up BEFORE you sign. My mother instilled that in me when I was a kid and it stuck. Luckily, as my second landlord tried to rush me through some dodgy paperwork once…

[intheindigo]

Before you move in, try to really inspect the place for things that need fixing or repairing or repainting (because even though they may have fixed up the place, they may not have done it well). If you see anything wrong tell the landlord right away but also make sure to take photos of it and document it just in case the landlord never has it fixed or they never fix it properly. So when it’s time for you to move out, you can show that the damage was already there when you moved in and shouldn’t be taken out of your deposit. Because they will look for any little thing that will allow them to dock from your deposit.

[deactivated-blog]

Anyone remember these images? Hehehe...

I made this a long, long, long time ago, and while my interpretation has changed slightly in some ways, I’m mostly willing to stand by these.

Divination

Magick

[transgooglesearches]

why do my parents use other trans kids’ pronouns when talking about them or to them but don’t even make an effort to use mine

[djurito-deactivated20200624]

i’m so here for bi and pan kids who use “gay” as a casual descriptor for themselves, especially when expressing their same-gender attraction. i’m here for you if you’re afraid to or uncomfortable with using “queer,” i’m here if you don’t have the energy to explain your sexuality every time you mention it, i’m here if you just like the sound and the way it rolls off the tongue. you’re great; keep doing what you’re doing.

[actual-bag-of-salad]

[luthienne]

You breathe by the sun, I breathe by the moon, / But the same love keeps us alive.

Anna Akhmatova, from The Complete Poems of Anna Akhmatova; “Fragment” (via luthienne)

[floralls]

florography by ashleywoodsonbailey

[shinycapra-blog]

- - - H a i d e s >> God of Funeral Rites & Mourning

[asphodel-grimoire-deactivated20]

*rings the door bell*

hello yes

*hands u a pamphlet*

pls consider worshiping hades

one of his epithets means “god who binds all equally; impartial”

he won’t judge u for ur lesbian phase

he won’t judge u if it wasn’t a phase

he’s a cool dad

he knows and he doesn’t care

u trans? nice, ur still going to elysium if ur on the nice list

u ace? cool, but u killed a dude so ur going down to tartarus

u polyamorous? hey he’s called receiver of many what do u think

u overweight? friend, even in egypt they weigh ur heart not ur hot bod

he’s also in charge of wealth and shit

so gemstones everywhere

gold and silver everywhere

i mean how METAL is that haha

i’m fucking hilarious

and on that absolutely brilliant quip, i rest my case

worship hades 2k15

[autumnforests-blog1]

That's all the readings for now as I'm about to be super busy until late tonight, but you can still send the asks in and I'll get to them when I get off work c:

[autumnforests-blog1]

July Reading for Anon

The Empress

This card indicates harmony, creativity, sensual pleasure, and abundance. Now is the time to encourage greater harmony and love in your life. Great things will come your way but only if you let them. Try to focus on the positives in life, and soon, there won’t be many negatives to compare to. Open yourself to help from others, new friendships, and journeys. Good things are right around the corner, dear, good luck! C:

[autumnforests-blog1]

Hi, may I have a tarot reading about what may be in stored for me for the month of July please? Whether its about my dreams, love life, anything

Of course dear, I'll post it in just a moment!