Letting Go Of Who I Think I Am.

[mintyghostbreath]

Energy Work: Energy Types and Sources

Independent Energy

Independent energy is a type of energy that never loses it’s charge or can recharge on its own with little to no help from outside sources.

Personal energy is the energy that your body makes by itself. It is most commonly recharged by sleeping and calorie consumption and can be easily used as a source in most aspects of witchcraft.

Organic energy is derived from life. This includes humans, plants, animals, and some entities. These can be used as sources. Personal energy falls under this category but is distinguished for crafting purposes.

Rooted energy is the most common source to recharge from and it has a substantial or near unlimited amount of energy. This includes planetary bodies, the elements, and the weather.

Artistic energy is a non-sentient type of energy created by an artist. Despite being able to affect the emotions of those who view or listen to it, the energy itself is trapped within the original product. This energy can be duplicated and used as a source for other creations and magical purposes. This includes things like music, paintings, movies, or stories.

Dependent Energy

Dependent energy is energy that depends on other sources of energy to prevent becoming stagnant with usage over time.

Natural energy is stored in objects not created by humans. It is limited as a source and has to be recharged to keep its individual characteristics. This includes things like crystals, stones, and dead matter.

Manufactured energy is stored in objects created by humans. This includes things like paper, clothing, and machines.

Spiritual energy is created from organic energy sources or nature itself. They heavily depend on other sources of energy in order to maintain themselves. This includes once-living spirits, thoughtforms, and nature spirits.

Programmed energy is a non-sentient energy that is created for a purpose. It can be crafted from any energy source and needs to be recharged in order to continue doing its duty. It can be a free-flowing energy or it can be stored in a vessel. This includes things like spells, curses, and enchantments.

Emotional energy is a non-sentient type of energy created by emotions, thoughts, and words. If fed into, it can turn into an energy parasite. If not fed into, it will neutralize. It can permeate into the world around it or stick to its creator.

Parasitic energy is a non-sentient type of energy and is generally an outcome of sustained emotional energy. It feeds on and encourages the original emotions it stems from and is stuck to a host.

Consumable energy is a non-sentient energy source that is stored in food products. This includes things like harvestable food and crafted food.

[sunwomb]

things to release on a full moon

fear of change 

searching externally for answers & not searching within

negative energy 

the belief that you’re not good enough

comparing yourself to others

clinging onto things

letting go of the need for approval from others

fear of criticism & judgement

old beliefs that no longer serve you

[thebroccoligoblin]

*snorts a line of lavender *

[egryt]

*is the heathen of the family*

[coltre]

goodnight to all the ones who never receive a goodnight

[danieljlayton-deactivated202002]

…I usually don’t reblog this kind of thing, but…for some reason, this really hit me.

[probablymetarpgideas]

Let those who feel unloved rest easy, i see you, and i care

[cladinscarlet]

Lead

Energy: Receptive

Planet: Saturn

Element: Earth

Associated herbs: Rose, nettle, rue, cumin

Powers: Divination, protection, defensive magic

Magical uses: Lead is a heavy metal that causes death when it is absorbed by the body. The ancient Romans discovered this by using lead dishes and cooking utensils. 

A curious divination, recorded in the 1800’s in Italy by Charles Godfrey Leland, uses lead. Take three rose seeds, three nettle leaves, two rue leaves and three cumin seeds. Put these on a metal plate along with a small quantity of lead. 

At midnight, while clearing your mind of needless mental clutter, burn two yellow candles and light a fire. Place the metal plate over the fire. Then fill a large basin with water. Once the lead has melted, pour it, along with the herb ashes, into the water. 

When the lead nodule has cooled, remove it from the water and gaze at its shape. The ritual and the lead itself should allow access into your psychic mind. If nothing comes to you, place the nodule beneath your pillow and let your dreams guide you. 

Lead is worn or used in protective spells and also plays its part in defensive magic. It can be placed near the entrance of the house to prevent negativity from gaining access. 

(Source: Cunningham’s Encyclopedia of Crystal, Gem and Metal Magic)

[thepaganpangolin]

Sweet Dreams Satchet

You need:

-Black candle

-Pink candle

-Green Candle

-Lavender

-Bay Leaf

-Thyme

-Chamomile

-Juniper

-Black Tourmaline

-Small fabric bag

Step 1: Light your pink candle for peaceful dreams

Step 2: Light your green candle for healing energy

Step 3: Light the black candle for banishing nightmares

Step 4: While the candles are burning, add the herbs to your bag

Step 5: Write "sweet dreams" or something similar on a bay leaf. Burn it using the flame from the pink candle. If there are any ashes left, put them in the bag.

Step 6: add the black tourmaline and close the bag.

Step 7: Charge the bag with the intentions and energy from the candles for as long as you see fit.

Step 8: Extinguish your candles as you prefer. Keep the satchet under the intended recipients pillow at night for peaceful dreams.

[lotuseatingwitch]

Storm water glamour

Before applying makeup (or just for funsies if you don’t wear makeup) swipe a cotton pad of purified storm water on your face to give off a fierce energy. 

Be a goddamn torrential downpour.

[mystical-imagine]

The element of Air

The winds are ever changing and uncontrollable,

at times gentle and soft

other times violent and ruthless

but always, always uncontrollable.

the element of air stands out from the other elements.

all of the other elements; earth, fire, water, are all visible, and touchable (dont burn ya self lol)

air however, is only visible as it shakes the tree tops, and turns the leafs rustling into music

as such, people often have a harder time finding ways to incorporate the element of air into their craft.

here are a few easy and simple ideas for that;

🍃this can be done everywhere, on your way to work, or in the comfort of your garden;

notice the way your lungs expand with each breath. visualize the pure air, cleansing your body and mind of all troubles bothering you. this is very effective if you´ve had a particularly bad day at work or school, and have no way to leave the situation making you uncomfortable

🍃notice the sound the leafs and grass makes, as they are touched by the wind

really tune into the sound. hum along to the breeze (the little folk really enjoys this as well), if you want to, you can even make a little song out of the melody. i used to this a lot when i were a child. you really get in contact with your inner child.

🍃dancing. yes it sounds silly and it sure is! (this is also something the faery folk likes), but feeling the way the wind touches your body, and letting it sway you is both fun and a very good way of bonding.

🍃on car rides, particularly hot days, sticking you hand out the way and notice how the wind braids itself around your fingers, now try moving your hand and fingers in different ways, it is a really good calming method, if you´re feeling annoyed as well.

🍃opening your windows, and letting new air in. sit and notice how the atmosphere slowly changes.

🍃if it´s a stormy day out, i like to visualize the wind going trough me, encouraging bravery and strength, this always makes me feel very powerful, and witchy

🍃doing spells in stormy weather, particularly ones for strength, courage or curses is a super good way to get you in the mood, and gives an extra energy boost to the spell

[asteri-desmevetai-deactivated20]

MC’s Guidebook: Knot Magic

I personally live for Knot/Cord magic. It is easy to use and to learn, perfect for the baby witch who doesn’t know where to start when casting their first spell. I also haven’t found a non-wiccan source for Knot Magic at all, so I’m going to make one that goes into it a little more for you guys!

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What is Knot/Cord Magic?

Knot/Cord Magic is pretty simple. It is a type of magic that uses string as the spell itself by tying knots and chanting an incantation.

How Does Knot Magic Work?

For Wiccan’s(usually) knot magic is done with a 9 inch piece of string(or by traditional wicca it’s nine feet) and as you chant a nine line poem/chant as you tie each knot into the string(at equal intervals). This is the spell over all. The way it works is you are putting your intent into each knot you are tying and it holds that intent until you are ready for the spell to end.

What Can it Be Used For?

Knot Magic can be used for any type of spell, from curses to love. The Possibilities are endless!

What Do I Need To Know For Knot Magic?

Some Basics for Knot Magic Would be:

The History of Knot Magic

The Basic Chant of Knot Magic

Color Magic(Some not a lot)

Some Numerology

Some ability to visualize/meditate/placing intent into something

What Do I Need For Knot Magic?

Some String/Ribbon/Yarn

Intent

A Chant

How Do I Cast a Knot Magic Spell?

Casting a Knot magic spell is simple. Most of the time you are tying knots as you think of your intent until you reach the number nine or, until you feel you are done, even if you don’t have nine or more than nine. The intent or better known as the Chant can be thought or spoken aloud.

How Does Knot Magic Work?

Knot Magic works by holding your intent inside each knot you make. If your intent is different for each knot, then as a whole the knot spell will use all of the intents and work together.

Where Can I Do Knot Magic?

That’s the amazing part about knot magic. You can do it literally everywhere! No on is going to really question why you have a little but of yarn or sting on you. 

Why Use Knot Magic?

It’s really simple and easy to learn. It’s also great when you are low on spoons, but need to cast a spell for whatever your reason and also really good for witchlings!

How Do I Disassemble My Knot Spell?

You untie each knot you made really. Especially if you no longer have a use for the knot spell anymore. For traditional Wicca Knot magic(with the nine knots) you’re supposed to untie one knot a day until there are no more knots to untie.

What Can Be Considered Knot Magic?

Making bracelets/friendship bracelets

Knitting

Crocheting

Braiding

Macrame

Embroidering

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Sincerely 

The Sleepy Witch

Created: 11/27/2018

Edited: 3/18/2019

**Compiled from my Personal Grimoire**

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[brmafkn]

🌙✨ Low-Energy Every-Day Magic for the Lazy Witch ✨🌙

Get a crystal keychain to carry around with your house keys

Hang a tiger’s eye from your rear view mirror

Light a candle and set an intention (even if that intention is just to get through the day, or to be thankful, or to get something done, or to relax)

Tidy up a room

Go for a walk

Make a cup of tea or coffee and stir an intention into it (clockwise to summon something, counterclockwise to banish it)

Put out an offering for the fae (honey, nuts, and berries is a favorite of mine)

Open a window

Do a one- or three-card personal tarot spread

Take a bath (it’s really easy to light some candles and include a spell bomb or bath salts and make it a spell or ritual bath!)

Hang wind chimes outside your home

Meditate

Water your plants

Research a new herb or crystal

Hold your hands under cold running water, close your eyes, and connect with the water for a moment (it’s also easy to do this outside in the dirt for earth, or to put your hand outside your car window for air)

Love on your pets

Listen to music that makes you feel witchy (Stevie Nicks is a favorite of mine)

[a-quiet-green-agreement]

[vaaltyrs]

Cord Cutting Rituals

Background Info:

Cord cutting rituals are conducted typically at the end of a relationship, whether that be platonic or romantic in nature. The whole concept of cord cutting rituals stems from the idea that one needs to cut their etheric ties to someone or something. Doreen Virtue, a former spiritualist who has now since converted, says that etheric cords “act like hoses, with energy directed back and forth between both people.”

Etheric cords have the potential to transmit energy and communication between two people, but sometimes this cord becomes unhealthy. In my own personal experience, cords that are unhealthy often result in an obsession with that person, a fear that you’re being manipulated, and in some cases the knowledge that you’re being gaslit even if the relationship itself has ended.

The purpose of cord cutting rituals is cutting those unhealthy energetic ties to someone or something (like an addiction!). A cord cutting ritual will allow you to move on to better things and leave that unhealthy tie in your past.

Cord Cutting Ritual

Supplies: -Incense (optional) -Candle -A picture of yourself and the thing you are cutting cords to (if you don’t have a photo, the names written on a piece of paper works well) -Scissors -A cord (can be yarn, thread, rope, etc.)

The way I conduct cord cutting rituals are a bit different than most sources I’ve seen. One of the dangers of a cord cutting ritual I want to urge you to be aware of is that if you do not remove the cord from you, that cord can reappear. While cord cutting can entirely be symbolic (i.e. making the motion of cutting a cord as opposed to cutting a literal cord), I prefer the method of doing it literally as well.

Since this is a ritual, I encourage you to cast a circle so there is no unwanted energy that seeps in or out. If you prefer not to cast a circle, however, that is absolutely fine. Just make sure that your space is protected so the energy raised doesn’t spill out or any unwanted energy seeps in.

If you’d like to pray to your ancestors, speak with any of your guides or deities or entities you work with, do so now. I like to ask them to enter my space and be with me as I do my work.

Dress your candle if you so choose. Your candle will represent the healing energy for after your cord cutting. You can use herbs or oils (be sure to use carrier oils if you’re using essential oil blends!) or carve sigils/runes/symbols into the candle! Do it however you like.

Light your candle and as it burns, feel the healing energy of the candle wash over you.

Take your pictures or your names written on a piece of paper and then your “cord” and attach the cord between the photo or the pieces of paper.

Take your scissors or knife or whatever you’ll be cutting the cord with. As you cut the cord, visualize the tie between you and the object being cut, severing those ties. Once you’re ready, untie the cords attached to your end and visualize those cords being dug out of your energetic self so that nothing remains.

Visualize yourself and the other person as healed and whole. Let the candle burn either all at once or over several days, whichever you need to feel that healing energy. Once your ritual has ended, dispose of the cords in two separate places. You can burn them or bury them, whichever you feel is right.

[old-mother-hubbard]

Nursery Rhyme Curses:

A Gift of Ill Luck:

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Little Betty Pringle, she had a pig,

It was not very little, and not very big;

When he was alive he lived in clover,

But now he’s dead, and that’s all over.

Johnny Pringle, he sat down and cried,

Betty Pringle she laid down and died;

So there was an end

Of one, two, and three,

Johnny Pringle, He,

Betty Pringle, She,

And Piggy Wiggie.

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Curse of Isolation:

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There were two birds sitting on a stone,

One flew away, and then there was one,

The other flew after, and then there was none,

And so the poor stone was left all alone,

Fa, la, la, la, lal, de (between each verse).

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Curse of Temporary Isolation:

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(Begin with the prior verse)

One of these little birds back again flew,

The other came after, and then there were two,

Says one to the other, Pray how do you do,

Very well, thank you, and pray how are you,

Fal de ral–al de ral–laddy (between each verse).

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To Disband a Group:

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There were three crows sat on a stone,

Fal la, la la lal de.

Two flew away, and then there was one,

The other crow finding himself alone,

He flew away, and then there was none,

Fal la, la la lal de.

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Stealing Prosperity:

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Bessy Bell and Mary Gray,

They were two bonny lasses;

They built their house upon the lea,

And covered it with rushes.

Bessy kept the garden gate,

And Mary kept the pantry;

Bessy always had to wait,

While Mary lived in plenty.

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Curse to Vain a Person’s Efforts, to cause Failure:

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A carrion crow sat on an oak,

Watching a tailor shape his cloak;

Wife, bring me my old bent bow,

That I may shoot yon carrion crow;

The tailor shot, and missed his mark,

And shot his sow quite through the heart;

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To counter or to remedy:

(The final two lines are as follows:)

————————————————————Wife! bring brandy in a spoon,

For our old sow is in a swoon;————————————————————

Take a bit of brandy, and add a signature ingredient that’s only purpose is to mean “end” “Stop” “undo”. It will serve as a figurative signiture so that not just anyone can reverse by drinking.

Speak the lines and, if you so desire, also a simple verbal healing charm.

Feed to victim.

A Diminishing Curse:

To be used against a someone, or some act of them, or any inadimate quality you wish to be rid of. For best effect, use during a waning moon.

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Jerry Hall,

He is so small,

A rat could eat him,

Hat and all.

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The way I would do this is to bake some confection In the shape of a rat, and inscribe the name of ‘thing’ onto it. Then eat it all.

Curse of Illusion- to make one Disregard Something:

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Pretty John Watts,

We are troubled with rats,

Will you drive them out of the house?

We have mice, too, in plenty,

That feast in the pantry,

But let them stay

And nibble away,

What harm in a little brown mouse?

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Note: many of these would do well to be used with a poppet or surrogate.

[elvenwitch]

A Crash Course in Warding

Let’s just start a series of crash courses in witchcraft, since sometimes we need to learn things the quick and dirty way. Today, let’s talk about wards.

What are wards? Wards are protective energy barriers. They keep things out. You can place them around your home, certain rooms, even on certain objects. With practice and clear intentions, you can focus the wards to block out everything or only certain things. We’ll get to that in a bit.

Why should I ward my space and my things? Wards can keep out all sorts of things you don’t want in your home. They can block out negative entities, wayward spirits, mischievous entities, demons, and (if you’re really good at what you’re doing) even gods. Some people ward their divination tools so they know there are no spirits tampering with the results.

So what do I need to do first? Cleanse. This is very important. Wards are kind of like walls, or perhaps more accurately, bubbles. If you don’t clean the space first, you might trap things inside your ward bubble. You do not want that. There are lots of methods of cleansing, from burning sage to spritzing oil-infused water. Find a method you’re comfortable with and cleanse everything you’re going to be warding.

I’ve cleansed my home/item. Now what? Now we ward. I’m going to give you a couple methods. Let’s start with my favorite, incense warding.

Incense warding can also be done with spritzes of water/essential oil blends or herb-infused water if you can’t have smoke in your space. Whichever you’re using, you want to have a blend of protective herbs. Bay leaves, cinnamon, ginger, mustard seed, and salt are some great options that you can find in the grocery store, no fancy witch shop necessary. If you’re using incense, make sure you’re using natural incense and not super cheap stuff that’s artificially scented. The magic is in the herbs, and you won’t get that from fake scents.

How to Incense/Spritz Ward an Item

Smoke or spray item.

Visualize the smoke or spray clinging to the item and wrapping around it like a tight blanket, protecting it from anything that would cause harm (or interference, etc.).

How to Incense/Spritz Ward Your Space

Pick a place to start. I always start at my altar, but it’s up to you. If you’re doing multiple floors, start either at the top or bottom floor.

Moving continuously to your right, smoke or spray along the walls and door frames. As you go, imagine a barrier being formed around the walls, ceiling, and floor, pushing outwards to fill the room. Visualize the smoke or spray forming the barrier to keep out anything that will do you harm. [If you have a hard time with visualization, you can simply focus on the intent of the smoke or spray keeping things out.]

Keep moving right, following the layout of your home, making sure you get all the closet spaces. You basically want to outline the entire area you’re protecting, whether it’s you’re room or your whole house.

For multiple floors, repeat on each level.

For big layouts where there are rooms in the middle, go around those rooms as well.

I like to reinforce the wards over outside doors, windows, and mirrors. These are all passages of sorts, and when I reach them, I use the incense to draw a pentagram in the air over them. This is entirely up to you.

You’re done when you’ve reached the point where you began.

So why do we go to the right? Is that important? Kind of. Going to the right is like going clockwise. It’s about making things and progression, where going to the left or counter-clockwise is about deconstruction or reversal. [I read this idea in a witchy book a long time ago and will try to find a source when I can. If you honestly don’t feel it makes a difference, do whatever you’re comfortable with.]

Can I place wards that keep out certain things but not others? Sure. When you’re going around your space/warding your item, your intent is what’s important. I like to ward out entities that mean harm - it’s nice and general and doesn’t keep the fae out. Some people might want certain spirits and not others. Have your intentions clear in your mind as you place your wards.

That’s neat and all, but what are some other ways to ward? Let’s list a few.

Symbol/Sigil Wards

Choose (or make) a symbol or sigil that has protective properties. I’ve done this with Pluto’s astrological symbol because I worship him and it’s my way of being like, “Hey, Pluto. Please protect me, kthanxbai.” Pentagrams are nice and basic witchy/pagan symbols if you like them.

Draw the symbol over doors and windows. You do not literally have to draw it. It can be in water, incense smoke, or just your finger against the surface if you want.

As you’re drawing, make sure you have your intentions in mind - that nothing harmful can pass through this door, that the windows remain closed against entities, etc.

Energy Bubbles (if you have control over your energy)

Pick an item - any item.

Get your warding intentions in mind.

Channel lots of energy into the item. Visualize it emanating from the item in a bubble to fill your space.

If you’ve got mad skillz, you can form the bubble to the walls and be super exact with where its barriers are.

Vocal Wards

If you like spoken (or thought) spells, come up with a small chant to protect your space.

You can repeat this chant as you focus on your item being protected or as you walk around your home, protecting every room.

This is really great to incorporate into basically any other form of warding and gives your magic an extra bit of oomph.

I’ve heard wards can “fade” over time. True or false? Wards are just energy. Like all energies, they can disperse and weaken over time, or if something particularly nasty puts effort into destroying them. Redo your wards every so often (I do mine every few months, but it’s up to you), and especially before spiritual interactions. I also like to do mine after I’ve had lots of company, to kind of clear out family’s lingering energies and reinforce what I don’t want in my house.

In general, the intent of your wards is the most important part. Know what you want to keep out. This concludes our crash course on warding. Now go forth and protect some stuff!

[booksandtails]

Animal Protection Spell

A spell for protection for all your animal friends and familiars in your life.

What You’ll Need:

Sage (White Sage is endangered so I used a sage scented candle as to not further the harm)

A sprig of Juniper large enough to lay across a candle (if you pick this fresh, be sure to thank the tree for aiding you)

A green candle (if you didn’t substitute one in earlier. White also works)

Step One: Gather as many of your animals together in one area as possible. For those not able to be present you can take the blessing to them at a later point.

Step Two: Lay the sprig of Juniper (and the sage if you have it natural) across the candle top near the wick but not smothering it. Light the candle and let the flame reach up and burn away at the juniper.

Step Three: Walk a circle around the area with your candle and chant the following:

Juniper protect them from ills inside and out From matters of heart to matters of doubt

May their days be long as your branches are tall And may my love for them protect them from any and all

Burn on, burn bright, let my magic cast its spell Against every harm let this enchantment repell

Let them be happy Let them be healthy Let their lives be filled with fun And now with this fervent wish Let this spell for them be done

Step Four:  For any animals not present at the circle, this is the time to take a blessing to them. Hold your hand above the candle and let it soak in the energies of the smoke from the burning juniper. Then press your hand (finger if it’s a smaller friend) to the head of the animal and say I protect thee.

Step Five: Let the candle burn itself out naturally and the spell is done.

[orriculum]

Sweet and Salty Love Spell 🌹🍬

a simple spell jar to attract kind people for relationships and repel toxic people

gather and layer in a jar:

pink himalayan rock salt - for defense against negativity

white sugar - bring sweetness to the relationship

rose petals - indicates romantic love

charge with rose quartz, seal with pink wax and a kiss.