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I dont really have a good spell, but having a picture of her and something she used to like, with candles and thinking of her. Good memories u have with her. I think that would be a nice way to remember her
That’s a lovely idea, thanks :)
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Can you guys suggest any good spell to honour the dead?
Today is my mother’s birthday, she passed away 16 years ago and I’d like to do something to remember her. Thanks!
♡ ENERGY WORK
GROUNDING — simple visualization exercise for releasing excess or negative energy through imagination of nature surrounding you and recharging you with new energies. can be visualized with roots that grow from your body into the earth which serve as an energy channel between you and nature. concentrate on the feeling of the energy transfers, really feel them. practice this once a day.
CENTERING — meditative visualization for centering oneself and gathering lost energy bits that are detached from you, eventually after feeling extreme emotions or performing magick. find and feel your inner center. become aware of your magical existence. can also be visualized with space: planets and stars that revolve around you, the sun, the center of your own galaxy. grounding before centering is recommended.
SHIELDING — strong visualization practice for protecting your energies from draining people and their negative energies. good for empaths. can be visualized through all kind of imaginary shields. the most important thing is that in your imagination you are entirely coated with this shield, no matter if you imagine a bright reflecting light around you, or other protecting elements. no cracks, no splits, you need to be completely shielded. practice this daily and keep it up forever.
CLEANSING — energy removing practice for clearing unwanted negative energies or spirits from an object or space by doing a small ritual such as visualization, burning incense, using effective crystals or chanting cleansing mantras, etc. this type of energy work is perfect for making a place or an item spiritually new again.
ENERGY BALLS — physical and mental practice for visualizing a glowing white energy ball (or any other form of visual energy) between the palm of your hands. rub your hands together and concentrate on the friction and warmth and also on the energies which flow from your arms into your slowly forming and growing energy ball. if you feel the distance between your hands is just right and the energy ball is completed give it a last strong input of energy to seal it.
PROGRAMMING — once you’re really comfortable with making an energy ball, you can also program it with an intent. start with deciding on an intent (example: joy) and really fill your energy ball with these feelings (example: joy, happiness, delight, pleasure, fun, cheer and laughter) by literally trying to feel those things as you do it. also, imagine your white energy ball changes its color; use the color you connect the most to this feeling/intent (example: joy - yellow/else).
CHARGING — energy work practice for infusing an object (such as a crystal, water, or other things) with personal or external energies, like a certain intent. this can be achieved either through forming and programming an energy ball and willing it into the object by visualizing and/or embracing it with your hands; or it can be done by simply visualizing that the object is surrounded by bright energetic light (eventually take a color that matches your intent here as well) and will your intent into the object directly. keep up your imagination of the charging until you feel it’s complete.
SENDING ENERGY — energy work practice for sending programmed energy to someone. create and energy ball and program it with your intent (example: i want my friend to be more happy again). use the person or a representation of the person (like a picture) and visualize your energy ball forming a connection to the desired target and then, shooting straight into the person like a laser beam. as soon as the visualized energy has left your hands completely, your friend is charged with the intent.
grimoire ideas:
this can be used in a book of shadows, book of knowledge, path journal, etc.
✧ table of contents: so you don’t have to flip through to find whatever you’re looking for
✧ a page all about you : helps to make it more personalized. you can add your favorite herbs, crystals, plants, incense, tarot cards and just about anything that’s important to your craft. you can write what your path is and what interested you about it. you can add your natal chart.
✧ goals: goals in your path (can be included on the page about you)
✧ calendar: you can write down the lunar phases on it, holidays important to your craft such as Esbats or Sabbats
✧ elements: what they stand for. their importance. correspondence.
✧ herbs/plants/flowers: I wouldn’t put every herb but write down the ones that you most commonly use and their correspondence
✧ crystals: exact same as the herb page.
✧ runes: exact same as herb page.
✧ candles: you can write down what each color represents.
✧ witch tools: write down the tools you use. maybe their importance or what you use them for.
✧ lunar phases: draw them out or print them out and write down their symbolism
✧ astral plane: information about the astral plane and astral projection. your experience with astral projection.
✧ deities: info about your deity/deities (their history, picture, correspondence). offerings ideas. invocations.
✧ rituals/rites/songs: any sort of rituals you do for cleansing, daily rituals etc. anything that’s important to your craft.
✧ spells: you can separate them by their use such as love spells, luck spells, etc.
✧ recipes: for kitchen witchcraft or how to make moon/sun water, elixirs, potions, oils, or just witchy diys!
✧ dream work: accounts of any dreams you’ve had. meaning of dreams. (if applicable)
✧ sigils: how to draw them. how to charge. list of other sigils. (if applicable)
✧ astrology: natal chart. info on the zodiac. what each element/planet/house/aspects mean. celestial events. (if applicable)
✧ tarot/oracle: what each card means. tarot/oracle spreads. results. (if applicable)
✧ pendulum: a pendulum board.
✧ spirit work: info on spirits you have been in contact with. offerings. (if applicable)
✧ chakras: how you use them. their meaning. what stones you can use for each. (if applicable)
✧ auras: different auras. what each color aura means. (if applicable)
✧ familiar: info about them. (if applicable)
✧ alter: traveling alter page. how it’s setup. pictures/drawings of it. (this is also helpful if you’re a closet witch)
✧ knots: knot magick (if applicable)
✧ reflections: personal reflections.
✧ ancestors: your ancestor line.
✧ resources: info from books you’ve read.
you can decorate your book with dried up leaves/flowers, illustrations, collages, colored pen/markers. I would recommend adding a protection sigil. by no means do you have to make your book aesthetically pleasing, do whatever works for you! In my case, the nicer it is the more I’ll use it. add whatever is important to your craft, don’t add stuff you’re not going to need or use. make it your own!
an altar for samhain / autumn: half burned candles in jewel coloured hues / vintage bottles of musky perfume / pendulums, tarot or a ouija board / old wooden chests / velvet pouches of quartz pieces and jewellery / smokey or clear quartz, obsidian, amber and agate / a bouquet of dried roses, pine cones and pumpkins / a fog of incense smoke / a small cauldron / curling inked prayers to hades, hecate and persephone
Beauty Magic Masterpost
A masterpost of all things glamours, potions, diys and spells to do with beauty.
Spells
“I’m damn hot” fire charm
“Life of the party” glamour charm
“You’re beautiful!” spell
Milk drink (pokemon inspired spell)
Honey gatherer (pokemon inspired spell)
Baby-doll eyes glamour
Venus transformation glamour
Pink sugar heart spell
Moon mermaid “beauty lies within” spell
Siren allure spell
Simple beauty sea spell
Aphrodite spell sachet
Beauty charm bag
Goddess glamour
Forever sunkissed spell
Shine like the sun glamour
Glow like the moon glamour
Godly beauty glamour
Magic mirror beauty spell
Beauty spell bath for witches
Beauty and love bath spell
New moon beauty bath magic
Mermaid’s bath spell
Siren’s bath
Rose bath spell
Rainy’s beauty bath glamour
Glamour bath spell for beauty
Glamour to attract comments (on a selfie)
Powerful spell to enchant someone
Sailor moon glamour
Glamour chants/spells
Basic glamour spell
Potions
‘Strawberry sweet’ beauty potion
Ocean potion for beachy hair
Vanilla milkshake beauty spell
Vegan glamour eggnog
DIY beauty spell tea bags
Acne fighting tea
AJ’s attraction oil
Body
Bath/body product magic
Witchy hygiene tips
DIY natural deoderant
Crystal deodorant
Aphrodite whipped body mousse
Ode to persephone body oil
Persephone sugar scrub
Honey sugar scrub
Starlight sugar scrub
Glamour shower disks
Cleansing facial toner
Beauty magic: skin cleansing routine
Face wash affirmation
Nail polish ritual
Hair
Hair magic & the moon phases
“Don’t touch my hair” hair growth oil
Aphrodite hair mask
Luscious locks hair mask
A spell for beautiful hair
Enchanted hairbrush
Makeup
Palettes for the witches
Lipstick magic
Siren’s lipstick spell
Beauty magic: lipstick
Beauty magic: eye makeup
Encanto - a makeup glamour to enchant your words
Sigils
The mark of lazea
“I am attractive to those around me”
“Beauty radiate from me and my words captivate”
“Clear skin”
“I do not forget to eat”
“I have a healthy relationship with food”
“My piercings do not get infected”
“My eyes appear lighter” + “My lips are full and luscious”
“My nails grow fast and strong”
“My hair grows long and healthy”
“My hair stays short and does not grow”
“I do not have bad hair days”
“My eyebrows appear full and even”
“My eyeliner is on point”
“I look good in my clothes”
“I am photogenic”
“I am aesthetically pleasing”
“I am beautiful”
“Aesthetically beautiful”
Emoji Spells
Glamour spell
Natural beauty
Blessed by aphrodite
“She was made of sunlight” emoji spell
“Bloom with the flowers” emoji spell
Extra Info
Beauty magic: the basics
Beauty magic
How to - glamour spells
Honey magick
Witch tip
✮ Witch tip ✮
Being outside on a windy day is a good way to cleanse yourself. Visualise the wind passing through you and carrying away any negative energy clinging to you.
I start every day by stepping out on my balcony (I’m on the 3rd floor) and just breathing in the cold air and letting the wind float around me... I love it!
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magick mulled apple cider
autumn is upon us; this is a recipe for a mulled cider that will bring you magick coziness, prosperity and warmth this season. you will need:
☾ 2 quarts of apple cider (honoring the departed)
☾ ½ cup brown sugar
☾ 1 tsp whole cloves (exorcism, love, protection)
☾ pinch of nutmeg (protection, prosperity)
☾ 3 cinnamon sticks (power, prosperity, passion)
☾ 6-7 whole cardamom pods (love)
☾ 1 orange slice (abundance, happiness)
combine everything in a pot and bring to boiling; cover with lid and simmer on low-medium heat for 20 minutes. stir clockwise now and then. strain out the herbs and enjoy warm on a rainy evening. if you’d like, light brown, black and/or red candles to make your cider drinking into a little ritual.
So, you want to be a witch? #3
Part one talks about spells, wards, sigils, cleansing, divination and more!
Part two talks about grimoires, crystals, wands, altars and more!
It can be easy to feel super overwhelmed when you’re first starting off. This post is for very new witches who have limited knowledge and would like a broad overview! These are my opinions, feel free to disagree but be polite about it.
Please note: Some sections contain information from other posts. All are sourced and linked both within the post and at the bottom!
Coven vs. Solitary?
It is a common belief that you must join a coven to be a witch, but that is not always true.
Many witches are solitary, meaning they primarily do witchcraft on their own. They may however do it with a friend or two on occasion! I am a solitary witch myself.
“Covens are a group of practitioners with like minded interests, ethics, and beliefs. They gather together to perform rituals, to connect, and to learn. They often celebrate sabbats and create their own traditions.” [source]
There are benefits to being solitary, and to being in a coven. It is often a matter of personal preference!
Secular vs. Religious?
Another common belief is that witchcraft = religion.
Witchcraft certainly CAN be a religion for you.
It also can be tied into whatever religion you are already practicing.
However, witchcraft is not inherently religious, and you can keep witchcraft and your religion separate.
Additionally, witchcraft isn’t inherently spiritual, and that also falls under the category of secular.
You can practice witchcraft without worshiping or believing in deities!
Paganism vs. Wicca vs. Witchcraft?
Trust me, this is about as simplified as I can make it while trying to keep it accurate and informative! Basically, people may identify under one of these categories alone, or multiple. They are all valid.
Paganism. Was used as a blanket term for everything that didn’t fit into a tidy box of “main world” religions (anything pre/non-Christian). The phrase paganism is now used to describe anyone who follows ancient religions. It is often connected to nature worship as well. [external source]
Wicca. “A form of Neo-Paganism. The practice of Wicca places religion and magic together. They are linked together and cannot be separated. If you practice traditional Wicca, you cannot do magic without attaching religious reference to it, usually in the form of calling on their Goddess and/or God. There is also a set of rules that many practitioners follow.” [source]
Traditional witchcraft. “Often serves as a reconstruction of what we believe, from the sources of folklore and history we have, witches did and the roles they served. It is based in and inspired by the lore of witches in the Early Modern Period.” [source]
Witchcraft. Is a bit of a blanket term. Although by definition it falls under paganism, not all witches identify as being pagan. There is a diverse group who chooses this label, and some may follow certain rules and guidelines, while others do not.
Curses vs. Hexes vs. Jinxes?
You do not have to do these if you don’t want to. I personally don’t, but fully support those who do perform curses/hexes/jinxes.
Curses. Curses are long-term, potentially life ruining things. They hold the power to do a lot of harm.
Hexes. Often considered a weaker version of a curse, designed to make all the little things go wrong, and are long-term.
Jinxes. More of a momentary, short-term thing. Designed for the target to have all the little things go wrong or have a touch of bad luck.
Enchantments vs. Charms?
The terms can be interchangeable and it is a matter of personal preference. My personal opinion is….
An enchantment is what you DO to an item. It can also be done to a person.
A charm is the end result (an item being enchanted).
Blessings vs. Spells?
Blessings are typically short term and nice little things. A blessing could be “may every light be green for you today”.
To bless something with certain intent is kind of a mix between a blessing and a spell, and can last a long time.
Spells can range in length and intent, and are basically everything not already covered in this post!
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Here is a list of herbs organized in alphabetical order. Learn about their medical uses as well as their magical uses.❤️
*Always do your own research before consuming or using any herbs. As certain herbs can interfere with medication.*
A ~ Allspice An excellent anti-inflammatory, it can also help aid in digestion. Allspice can improve circulation and help protects the heart. *Its attributes include healing properties as well as attracting money and prosperity. *
~ Angelica Root Used in the treatment of insomnia and headaches. Can also help to soothe stomach problems, digestion, and prevent acne. *Known to the herbalists and witches as dong quai, archangel root, and holy ghost root. Angelica can enhance feminine magical strength and power. It can protect against negative energy, protect children, used for purification and uncrossing spells. Use angelica in herbal baths to remove curses, hexes, or spells. Sprinkle the seeds around your home for protection. *
B ~ Basil Basil essential oil has antiviral, anti-infectious, and anti-bacterial properties. It helps heals acne, intestinal cramps, bladder problems, and heal wounds and insect bites. Best used with an oil diffuser or in small amounts in bath blends and food. *Helps to steady the mind, promotes happiness, love, and peace. It is a strong protection herb and aids with astral protection. *
~ Bay Laurel Promotes healing for chest colds and respiratory difficulties when used as a poultice. *Used for enhancing psychic awareness, healing, purification, and protection. Inhaling the scent of a freshly torn bay leaf promotes endurance, intuition, and prophetic dreams. *
~ Black Pepper Can aid in weight loss, treat sinus, and nasal congestion. It can also reduce the risk of cancer, heart, and liver ailments. *Used for protection and purification, and banishing negativity. *
C ~ Calendula Calendula flowers, medicinally, can be rubbed on a bee or wasp sting to reduce swelling and stop pain. The flowers can also be useful in treating chronic ulcers and varicose veins. *Calendula can promote prophetic dreams and aid in divinatory works. It is useful as a protection herb as it can repel evil and negative entities. *
~ Cedar Leaves Some types of cedar should not be taken internally as the plant can be poisonous. Cedar has been used to treat coughing, tuberculosis and fevers. The leaf is also useful as an anti-fungal for skin and nail fungus. *Used for purification, protection, and dispelling of negative energies. The needles, sap, and bark can be burnt for a smoke cleansing. *
~ Chamomile There are 2 types of chamomile, German and Roman. Both are equally magical and medicinal. Chamomile is popular as a relaxant. It is known to help lower anxiety and insomnia. Mostly taken as a tea to receive its benefits. * Burning chamomile can promote sleep and mediation or add it to a bath for the same result. Can also be relied on to combat curses and provide protection. *
~ Cinnamon Is great at lowering bad cholesterol. Cinnamon has anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and even anti-viral properties. *Can enhance psychic awareness and attracting love and money. *
E ~ Elder Flowers The berries and leaves are both rich in vitamin C. The leaves can be made into ear drops to treat pain and inflammation. The flowers make a tea that is good for treating coughs and irritable throats. *The leaves and berries are used for protection and in breaking spells that were cast against you or to undo spells of evil intent. *
F ~ Frankincense Some types of medicinal Frankincense are considered an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). It is used to treat arthritis, osteoarthritis, inflammation of joints, and bronchial asthma. *When burned as incense, it helps cleanse a space and create a sense of sacredness. It is calming to mind and heart, helps raise one’s spirits, and is said to generate heightened feelings of spirituality and to communicate more readily with the divine. *
G ~ Ginger A superior aid for digestive problems. It can relieve motion sickness, nausea, and loss of appetite. Also, has strong anti-inflammatory effects. *Ginger can speed up the results of spellwork. Is used to attract love, personal power, healing and money. In China, ginger was hung over the doorways of laboring mothers for it was believed to protect mother and baby during childbirth. *
H ~ Hawthorn Can help treat heart diseases, low and high blood pressure. It can also help with high cholesterol too. *A highly magical tree, its blossoms are believed to bestow protective and visionary powers. *
~ Heather Making a strong infusion made from heather and adding it to bath water is used as a remedy for arthritis, gout, and rheumatism. A tea of the flowering shoots can help in the treatment of coughs, colds, and bladder and kidney disorders. *Magical properties include protection and luck. Carrying a charm that includes heather can repel attacks. Can also be helpful to those who shape shift or travel between worlds. It is said that keeping heather in your home will attract friendly spirits and will bring peace to the house hold. *
J ~ Jasmine Jasmine oil can act as a sedative which can help with lowering stress. Also considered an aphrodisiac, it can heighten sexual desires. Drinking jasmine tea helps with treating fevers, and liver issues. *These flowers are great for prophetic dreams, love, aura healing, and psychic protection. You can throw them in a bath, scatter them on your altar, and can be used in love spells. *
~ Juniper Berries Are great for digestion problems such as upset stomach and heartburn. Also used to treat urinary tract infections, kidney and bladder stones. The scent of Juniper Berries can help ease stress. *Used for visions, purification, spirit contact, protection, and exorcism. You can make a bracelet by stringing dried juniper berries together to create a protective amulet or charm. *
L ~ Lady’s Mantle Known to herbalist and the hedge wife as a treatment for excessive bleeding of any kind, internal or external. *Increases the working power of any type of magic spell. According to folk magic, it is used in love spells, potions and amulets. Can be carried to attract love. *
~ Lemongrass Medicinally considered a diuretic. Lemongrass promotes good digestion and when brewed with black pepper will relieve menstrual troubles and nausea. *Aids in communication with your spirit guides and can repel negative entities. An excellent herb for purification. *
~ Licorice Medicinally good for digestive disorders and with inflammatory conditions. It can help increase the immune system to fight off allergies, respiratory infections, etc. *A licorice charm can be made by tying two pieces of the root together with some red thread or yarn. This is thought to give protection against negativity injuries and negativity. *
M ~ Marjoram Helps relieve muscle strains, reduces cramps and migraine headaches. Can also help with indigestion and respiratory problems. *This herb’s magical properties include invoking love, dispels negativity, restores joy, and peace. *
~ Mistletoe Is poisonous if ingested. *Mistletoe can help to bring peace to difficult situations, aids with love and abundance, heals your mind, body, and spirit, and can be used to bless your home. Place mistletoe on your altar to ensure success in the coming year. *
~ Mugwort Can help with gas, flatulence, stomach acid, bile production, and overall digestion. It can also assist with menstrual cramps. *Its power is strongly attributed to dream magic, astral projection, psychic powers, and strength. *
N ~ Nettle Nettle is best known for their ability to cleanse toxins from the blood and clearing the body of uric acid. They also have a good reputation for reducing arthritic and joint pain and alleviating allergy symptoms. *Can be used as a protective herb. It banishes fears, strengthens one’s will and provides quick action in an emergency situation. *
~ Nutmeg Can help with diarrhea, nausea, intestinal gas, and even stomach spasms. Nutmeg can help stimulate the functions of the heart and increase the circulation of blood which makes it excellent for the cardiovascular system. *Used magically to augment psychic awareness. A whole nutmeg carried in a pocket is said to absorb negative vibrations while sending out positive vibrations. *
O ~ Oregano Can treat respiratory tract disorders, urinary tract disorders, and gastrointestinal disorders. It can help with dandruff as well. *Used to promote stability in relationships and to invoke peace. *
P ~ Parsley Excellent for urinary tract infections, kidney stones, high blood pressure, and gastrointestinal disorders. Also great for anemia, gallbladder stones. *Parsley is used for money drawing, protection, and attraction. *
~ Peppermint Helps with digestion issues such as irritable bowel syndrome and nausea. (Can interact with medicines and not advised for people with gastrointestinal problems.) Can ease headaches, colds, and the flu. Its scent can have a calming effect. *Use to increase the vibrations of a space or in spells. As an incense it can promote healing and purification. Burn in a new home to clear out sickness and negative energy. *
~ Poppy Has mild sedative properties and has been used for pain relief. *Used for fertility and love. *
R ~ Red Clover Has been shown to support a healthy menopause by reducing symptoms. It also can reduce inflammation throughout the body. Can be used as a wonderful ingredient in herbal tea. *The ancient Greeks and Romans associated it with their triple Goddesses and the Celts considered it a sacred symbol of the sun. Medieval Christians believed the three leaves were connected with the trinity and the four leaves a symbol of the cross. Druids believed it could ward off evil spells and witches. *
~ Rosemary Also goes by the name of Dew of the Sea, Elf Leaf, Polar Plant, and Compass Leaf. Rosemary is anti-fungal and anti-bacterial. It helps with digestion and relieves gout. It can relieve stress and provide pain relief. The smell of rosemary has been found to help improve memory! *Plant Rosemary by your garden gate to welcome its magic into your life. It has been long used to create protection against evil spirits and to prevent illness from entering the home. Sprinkle rosemary water around a sick room to promote healing. *
~ Roses (Red) The petals and fruit (rosehips) are generally used for herbal medicine. Rose petals are mildly sedative, antiseptic, and are mild laxatives. Petals can also help treat wounds, bruises, rashes, and incisions. Rosehips are a strong antioxidant and contain iron. Which helps ease pain and discomfort during one’s monthly cycle. *Associated with the energy of Aphrodite and the element of water. Are great to use in any love ritual. You can sprinkle red rose buds on a candle to help bring in loving energy. *
S ~ Saffron This plant is great at helping with asthma, cough, to loosen phlegm, and with whooping cough. It is also an antidepressant and antiseptic. *Used for enhancing spirituality and bringing happiness. *
~ Sage The leaves and flowers are made into essential oil. Can help relieve respiratory problems such as asthma, reduces night sweats, and improves digestion when eaten in small amounts. (It is sedating and toxic in large doses.) *Sage is also used to attract money, protection, wisdom, and manifest wishes. When the leaves are crushed between the fingers, the scent is believed to enhance mental agility. It is a main component for smoke cleansing. *
~ Star Anise The seed and oil are utilized to make medicine. It can help treat the flu and cough. It is also great for improving digestion, ease cramps, and reduce nausea. Can be consumed as tea to help with bloating, gas, and indigestion. But be careful, there are types of star anise that are poisonous. So be sure, if using it internally, that it is safe for consumption. *Considered a moon herb. Placing a whole star anise on your altar will increase the spiritual vibration and help spread sacred energy to your entire home. Carry it whole for luck or burn it to increase clairvoyance and psychic powers. *
~ St. John’s Wort Used by herbalists to treat nervous conditions such as depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders. By some, it is used as a remedy for sciatica and rheumatic pain. *Used in charms to penetrate glamours or break charms and spells. As an incense, it can protect your area and help enhance fairy sight. *
~ Sunflower Known for its sunflower seeds that provides nutrients that are important for brain functions. Its petals are used in tea and tincture for they are effective in helping with sore throats, and in reducing inflammation of the windpipe and tonsils. *A symbol of the sun god because at dawn the flower turns towards the morning sun. It is also a symbol of light and fertility. It can be drank as a tea made of its leaves and its seed, stems, leaves, and petals can be eaten. They are also pretty to decorate your altar. *
T ~ Thyme It can help improve the heart, bronchitis, sore throat, stomach problems, and with diarrhea. It can also help with arthritis, and even flatulence. * Thyme is magically used for purification, increasing psychic awareness, and attracting love. Can be used as an incense for purifying the air and as a house blessing. *
~Turmeric A powerful anti-inflammatory and strong antioxidant. It can help with liver problems, digestive disorders, skin diseases and wounds. *Magical uses include purification, spell-breaking, and confidence. *
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~ Vanilla Because vanilla contains an active ingredient, vanillin, it can help reduce cholesterol levels in the body, and help prevent the negative effects of free radicals such as cancer. Vanilla can also reduce inflammation from arthritis, gout, and other inflammatory conditions. *Associated with love, romance, mental flexibility, harmony, clairvoyance and sexuality. *
~ Violet Medicinally, its soothing and cooling effect helps reduce fever and inflammation. It can also help treat sinus infections, bronchitis, coughs, and sore throats. *Magically restores comfort and eases grief. Can also open the mind to psychic visions and mends the wounded heart. *
W ~ White Willow Willow bark may be the oldest herb known to treat pain and inflammation. The oldest recorded use is by Chinese physicians in 500 B.C. Herbalists use white willow much the same as aspirin; reduction of fevers, pain, and inflammation in conditions such as painful menstruation, neuralgia, and arthritis. *The willow is a guardian tree, said to protect from evil influences. All parts of the willow guard against evil and can be carried or placed in the home. Willow is the tree most associated with the moon, water, the Goddess and all that is feminine. *
~ WormWood Contains anti-inflammatory agents, it can improve digestion and stimulate the digestive system. Can also help with colds, chronic fever, heartburn, and enhances the immune system. Because of its anesthetic effect, it can help ease pain associated with arthritis, rheumatism, and menstrual cramps. *Associated with the planet Mars and the element of fire or air. The flowers and leaves can be added to magical sachets for protection against accidents. Hang your sachets in your car or carry them on your person. *
Y ~ Yarrow The plant is well known for its styptic (stops bleeding) and astringent (makes tissues contract). It makes a great plant to collect in an herbal first aid kit but as always- use with caution. *Carrying yarrow was believed to attract friends. Its flowers provide psychic protection. *
