My daily ritual format 🌙🕯️
So I thought of sharing this format I've been thinking of for a long time, because perhaps it can help someone! I know getting used to praying everyday can be difficult, even when you really want to get closer to the Gods. I've seen other formats on the internet, but most of them are very elaborated and as a low spoon devotee who doesn't always have the time to prepare everything, they're not something I would do daily, even if I promise it to myself or the Gods.
So: there are people that have been on this path for a long time and are willing to (either because of habit, reverence, or discipline) do those longer and more elaborate daily rites. But let's be real, when you're new to this, haven't taken an oath, are not that experienced with polytheism or have any impediment (be it physical or emotional, or anything else) —you're not gonna do those rites. Even if you start trying, you will probably leave it at some point. But! Don't think the Gods would get disappointed at you for this. On the contrary, if this has ever happened to you, take it as a chance to know yourself and your limitations. Anyway, no more wording. Here's the ritual format:
* This rites are designed to be done after showering (so you can be clean and presentable for the Gods) so try to fit that into your schedule. If for whatever reason you can't do them after showering, then find another time and just focus on cleaning up a bit and doing khernips.
* You don't have to do khernips daily. However, you should use them everytime you do a rite. Do them once a week and keep the water somewhere you can still use it for the rest of the week. You don't even need bay laurel —try drawing a cleansing/purifying sigil on a pice of paper and burn that. It doesn't have to be river or mountain water either, use tap water and sprinkle some salt into it. If you want, you can bless the salt beforehand in order for it to have the sole purpose of purifying the water. Whatever you feel is more practical and comfortable.
Rise offering or light incense (I personally have a different type of incense each day, dedicated to different Deities. Another tip: if you drink coffee, water or tea, offer a slip of that —it also creates a more intimate bond with the Deities, since you're sharing)
Offer the first portion to Hestia. Say something like: As always, the first portion goes to you, Mother Hestia, who takes care of this family and keeps us warm.
Offer another portion to the Deity of the day. It's part of my practice to dedicate each day to a different Olympian/Chthonic Deity. If you have any special candles for said Deity, light them up now. For example, I devote Mondays to Artemis and Hekate, so I would say something like: I offer a second portion of this [incense] to Lady Artemis and Mother Hekate, who I dedicate this day to. Have your devotee in mind and let me bask in your holy light as always.
Offer last portion to household & patron Deities. In my case, it's Apollo, Hermes and Aphrodite so I would say something like: Beloved Apollo, Bright Hermes, and Lovely Aphrodite: enjoy the rest of this offering [of incense] and guide me today as always. May your sacred blessings reach me in a way I can be able to recognize, and may I delight in your sacred presence today as yesterday. I love you.
Optional: Meditate. At least five minutes. Stay silent, listen, feel. Just accept. Ask for guidance, but on some slow instrumental or a guided meditation of your choice. Think of your purpose and manifest it, or ground yourself, or focus on visualizing in order to strengthen your connection to the Gods. You can also do a little tarot spread if you're in a hurry, grab a card or two and have their positive message in mind throughout the day.
Give thanks, from your heart. I would usually say something like: Precious Gods, enormous powers of the Universe, I give you thanks for the uncountable gifts I receive from you daily. I only ask for one thing: for my loved ones, me, and humanity as a whole to be able to know peace and love in abundance.
Close the rite. If it feels weird to just walk away then say something; that the ritual has come to an end and you wish for Them to enjoy the offerings, ask Them to tell you throughout the day about anything they want you to know, if the offerings are propitious, if there's anything They want you to change or add to your sacred time, etc. Ask them to stay in communication with you. If you have trouble noticing their signs you can also connect to your Higher Self in meditation for you to be more opened to the Gods.
Do this ritual whenever you feel comfortable throughout the day. Showering or taking a bath relaxes your mind and it's good to approach the Gods with a peaceful mentality, so do whatever makes you feel serene before the ritual takes place. Also, keep the Gods in mind when you're finished. Talk to Them throughout the rest of the day, practice Their virtues, dedicate different activities to Them. They love to be present with us!
I hope this helps someone! You can add or change anything to the format in order to make it more yours.
Blessed be and may the Gods fill your life with sweetness! 💗
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