Ahhh I can’t even believe that after this post, I’ll have written 100 tips in total. That’s insane to me. This has been really fun and I’m so grateful to have a community to work with and inspire me. I’m also incredibly grateful that you all have found my little blog and are interested in the advice that I have to give. Thank you all for being a part of my little witch family.
1. Astral Projection tip: Align your chakras first
Aligning your chakras can help you tremendously when opening your third eye - it’s pretty much necessary. Later in this post, I’ll give some tips on chakra aligning, but first I want to address how this can help with astral projection. Astral projecting is an extremely spiritual task. It can be very difficult when you’re first learning it, which is why I often encourage you to do as much preparation as possible. Aligning your chakras is an important step to take in this process.
2. You don’t have to wake up early to meditate -do it whenever/wherever is best for you
I am not a morning person. I’m barely even a person. I always see people saying things like “Wake up 20 minutes early to do yoga and meditation before you start your day!” And yeah, that’s all fine and dandy if the sound of waking up early doesn’t repulse you, but that’s definitely not for me. You don’t have to mediate in the morning. You can do it whenever you want. There are also many forms of meditation that can be combined with other things, such as your walk to work. I prefer to meditate before bed because I’m never sleepy before bed, so it gives me time to have a more clear mind vs when I’ve just woken up. I also like to do yoga while meditating because I’m a multitasker.
3. Go to local craft fairs & holiday markets for crystal jewelry & more!
Local craft fairs, etc, are great because you can support local artists and local witches. I’ve found beautify crystal jewelry at some before. And since you’re buying from the actual creator, they can tell you exactly where the crystals were sourced from and whether or not they’re real. I’ve also gotten some great deals on candles at my local Holiday Market this year. You may even be able to find some locally grown herbs and essential oils! I’ve also seen wood carvers that make very sweet little wooden boxes that you can use for storing your witchy goodies.
4. Some ways to align your chakras
The easiest, but most expensive way to do this is to buy all the right herbs and essential oils and have a fellow witch (or yourself if you’re able to) place the crystals on their corresponding chakras and anoint your body with the correct oils. That’s great! But that’s not the method I choose to use.
You can also get a chakra wand, they’re beautiful and look something like this:
(It’s just a crystal tumblr, please don’t beat me up and take my blog away omg)
Lying flat on your back, hold your hand about a half foot above your root chakra. Allow yourself to feel the energy swirling and moving beneath your hand. Very carefully, try to manipulate the energy leading it upward into the Sacral chakra. Continue this method all the way up to the top. Each time you move on to the next chakra, go back to the root and push the flow of energy all the way from the root up to the one you’re currently working on. Sometimes, you may feel something you’ve already aligned is resisting or not flowing properly, that’s normal. Simply give it a little more work to flow correctly and continue on your way.
My preferred method is something that takes a lot of practice. Energy healing is something I’ve been doing for years and years, so it was easier for me to learn to align chakras using a similar method.
I hope that was coherent enough, if you need clarification on anything or if something was confusing, please feel free to send an ask and I’ll clarify to the best of my ability.
5. Here’s a silent water spell for when you’re stressed at work/school
Sometimes life is unpredictable. You can do spells when you’re anticipating a bad day at work or school, but sometimes it can just sneak up on you when you least expect it. This spell is great for when you’re in that exact situation.
Excuse yourself to the bathroom. Go to the sink and cup your hands, letting the water overflow from your hands. Focus on the feeling of the water on your skin.
In your head, repeat the following,
“Emotions running fast and high,
The overwhelming stress is clear.
But I am stronger than this day,
These feelings are not welcome here.
I will rise and I will heal
I am stronger than what I fear.”
Focus your energy while saying this, focus on the words and what they mean. Focus on letting on of the tension you’re feeling. If necessary, focus on one of those at a time while repeating it until you feel the power recharge you.
6. Look for Gem and Mineral shows happening in your area!
When I was a tiny little girl, my dad and brother loved going to these shows. That’s what originally got me into crystal collecting! Gem and Mineral shows are a great place to learn more about how crystals are formed, expand your collection, and maybe even meet fellow witches! Gem and Mineral shows, also known as Rock & Gem shows, Stone Shows, or any other alteration of the same name, are show where all the rock geeks in town come together to show off their beautiful collections. Venders will come from all over to try to entice the collectors and viewers into buying more gems. It’s a wonderful way to start a collection!
7. Keep a jar of the first snow of the year in your freezer
In my journey, I’ve came across a spell or two that require snow. The first snow of the year and the first snow of the season are said to have extra magical properties. Take a Mason jar or some kind of glass jar and put a scoop or two inside for later use.
8. Refrain from telling others your personal methods of shielding
Although I’d like to think that no witch would do harm unto another witch, I know it happens. Even people who are your friends or coven members can have Ill intentions. Protect yourself and your craft by keeping your shielding methods to yourself, as they can be used against you when someone wants to attack. Stay safe my witchlings, I care so much about you.
9. A book doesn’t have to be made for witchcraft to help you with your craft
There are a lot of interesting books on herbs, essential oils, gems, and nature that, while not directed at witches, can be useful for witches. So wander over to the nature section the next time you’re at the library. You can find out all about how different crystals form and what they’re made of, or find herbal remedies that you can fuse with witchcraft. There’s loads of books on plants and herb gardens and how to care for them and what to look for in them too. Witchcraft goes hand in hand with a lot of everyday, seemingly mundane things in the world. Books outside of the usual spectrum can be of great use to you!
10. Create your own pendulum board
This really could be a massive post of it’s own, and the next time I make one I may very well do just that, but for now I’m going to give you a crash course.
🌟A base (this can be cardboard, cloth, paper, or even a page in your grimoire!)
🌟A marker (or pen or cloth paint)
🌟 A ruler (optional, but I like precision
This next part is the most fun. This is where you can let your creativity fly. You can make your board as simple as this:
Think about your needs and what you want to use your pendulum for. You don’t need a board for using a pendulum (a simple yes swing, no swing) is fine too. But they can be a lot of fun. So let your creativity soar and create something beautiful! You can also look online for inspiration when crafting it. That’s where I found these two images.
Thank you so much for reading my latest #10tips! Feel free to send an ask my way whenever you need advice, clarification, or just want to say hi!
*I do not own any of the images I used in this post, I just found them on Google.*
