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Weather spells resource list

A quick note: Please don’t send me asks relating to weather magic. It is an interest of mine but I am not comfortable teaching others yet. I’ll link some helpful blogs at the bottom!

To bring…..

Sun:

Sun invitation (in winter)

A spell for sunshine

Chants to bring the sun

Sunny day charm

Sunny weather travel spell

Springtime sun spell

Quick sun spell

Warmth:

Warm weather chant

Sun spell to bring warmer weather

Good weather spell

Spell for warmer weather

Rain:

Rain summoning spell

Rain summoning spell jar

Rain calling chant

Rain-bringing chant

To bring rain to a region

Heavy rain spell

Quick and easy rain spell

A summers rain

Cold:

Chant to bring cold weather

Cold weather spell

Snow:

A spell for snow

Chant to draw snow to you

Holiday ornament snow spell

A snow day incantation

Make it snow spell

Snow spell

Snow spell

Clouds and Fog:

Chants to bring fog + mist

Chant to bring clouds

Fog calling spell

Wind:

Wind charm

Chant to make it windy

Calling a strong wind

Whistling up a wind

A storm:

Thunderstorm spell

Long distance storm calling

“Song of storms” enchantment

Spell to bring up a storm

Storm calling incantation

Summon a storm spell

To raise a storm

To Banish:

Spell to weaken a hurricane

Anti-hurricane spell

Charm to seal up a storm

Spell to halt a storm

To lessen a storm

Protective storm ward

Spell to ward off rain

Stop the rain incantation

Untie the wind

“I’m tired of this heat” spell

Other:

A collection of spells + sigils

This post with even more spell links and resources for beginning weather magic

Some tips + Part two

Bedridden witch: Weather edition

Helpful blogs:

@rainy-day-witchcraft

@stormwaterwitch

@stormbornwitch

[notsleeping921]

30 common traits of an empath

1. Knowing: Empaths just know stuff, without being told. It’s a knowing that goes way beyond intuition or gut feelings, even though that is how many would describe the knowing. The more attuned they are the stronger this gift becomes.

2. Being in public places can be overwhelming: Places like shopping malls, supermarkets or stadiums where there are lots of people around can fill the empath with turbulently vexed emotions that are coming from others.

3. Feeling others emotions and taking them on as your own: This is a huge one for empaths. To some they will feel emotions off those near by and with others they will feel emotions from those a vast distance away, or both. The more adept empath will know if someone is having bad thoughts about them, even from great distance.

4. Watching violence, cruelty or tragedy on the TV is unbearable: The more attuned an empath becomes the worse it is and may make it so they eventually have to stop watching TV and reading newspapers altogether.

5. You know when someone is not being honest: If a friend or a loved one is telling you lies you know it (although many empaths try not to focus on this because knowing a loved one is lying can be painful). Or if someone is saying one thing but feeling/thinking another, you know.

6. Picking up physical symptoms off another: An empath will almost always develop the ailments off another (colds, eye infections, body aches and pains) especially those they’re closest to, somewhat like sympathy pains.

7. Digestive disorders and lower back problems: The solar plexus chakra is based in the centre of the abdomen and it’s known as the seat of emotions. This is where empaths feel the incoming emotion of another, which can weaken the area and eventually lead to anything from stomach ulcers to IBS (too many other conditions to list here). Lower back problems can develop from being ungrounded (amongst other things) and one, who has no knowledge of them being an empath, will almost always be ungrounded.

8. Always looking out for the underdog: Anyone whose suffering, in emotional pain or being bullied draws an empath’s attention and compassion.

9. Others will want to offload their problems on you, even strangers: An empath can become a dumping ground for everyone else’s issues and problems, which, if they’re not careful can end up as their own.

10. Constant fatigue: Empaths often get drained of energy, either from energy vampires or just taking on too much from others, which even sleep will not cure. Many get diagnosed with ME.

11. Addictive personality: Alcohol, drugs, sex, are to name but a few addictions that empaths turn to, to block out the emotions of others. It is a form of self protection in order to hide from someone or something.

12. Drawn to healing, holistic therapies and all things metaphysical: Although many empaths would love to heal others they can end up turning away from being healers (even though they have a natural ability for it), after they’ve studied and qualified, because they take on too much from the one they are trying to heal. Especially if they are unaware of their empathy. Anything of a supernatural nature is of interest to empaths and they don’t surprise or get shocked easily. Even at the revelation of what many others would consider unthinkable, for example, empaths would have known the world was round when others believed it was flat.

13. Creative: From singing, dancing, acting, drawing or writing an empath will have a strong creative streak and a vivid imagination.

14. Love of nature and animals: Being outdoors in nature is a must for empaths and pets are an essential part of their life.

15. Need for solitude: An empath will go stir-crazy if they don’t get quiet time. This is even obvious in empathic children.

16. Gets bored or distracted easily if not stimulated: Work, school and home life has to be kept interesting for an empath or they switch off from it and end up daydreaming or doodling.

17. Finds it impossible to do things they don’t enjoy: As above. Feels like they are living a lie by doing so. To force an empath to do something they dislike through guilt or labelling them as idle will only serve in making them unhappy. It’s for this reason many empaths get labelled as being lazy.

18. Strives for the truth: This becomes more prevalent when an empath discovers his/her gifts and birthright. Anything untruthful feels plain wrong.

19. Always looking for the answers and knowledge: To have unanswered questions can be frustrating for an empath and they will endeavour to find an explanation. If they have a knowing about something they will look for confirmation. The downside to this is an information overload.

20. Likes adventure, freedom and travel: Empaths are free spirits.

21. Abhors clutter: It makes an empath feel weighed down and blocks the flow of energy.

22. Loves to daydream: An empath can stare into space for hours, in a world of their own and blissfully happy.

23. Finds routine, rules or control, imprisoning: Anything that takes away their freedom is debilitating to an empath even poisoning.

24. Prone to carry weight without necessarily overeating: The excess weight is a form of protection to stop the negative incoming energies having as much impact.

25. Excellent listener: An empath won’t talk about themselves much unless it’s to someone they really trust. They love to learn and know about others and genuinely care.

26. Intolerance to narcissism: Although kind and often very tolerant of others, empaths do not like to be around overly egotistical people, who put themselves first and refuse to consider another’s feelings or points of view other than their own.

27. The ability to feel the days of the week: An empath will get the ‘Friday Feeling’ if they work Fridays or not. They pick up on how the collective are feeling. The first couple of days of a long, bank holiday weekend (Easter for example) can feel, to them, like the world is smiling, calm and relaxed. Sunday evenings, Mondays and Tuesdays, of a working week, have a very heavy feeling.

28. Will not choose to buy antiques, vintage or second-hand: Anything that’s been pre-owned carries the energy of the previous owner. An empath will even prefer to have a brand new car or house (if they are in the financial situation to do so) with no residual energy.

29. Sense the energy of food: Many empaths don’t like to eat meat or poultry because they can feel the vibrations of the animal (especially if the animal suffered), even if they like the taste.

30. Can appear moody, shy, aloof, disconnected: Depending on how an empath is feeling will depend on what face they show to the world. They can be prone to mood swings and if they’ve taken on too much negative will appear quiet and unsociable, even miserable. An empath detests having to pretend to be happy when they’re sad, this only adds to their load (makes working in the service industry, when it’s service with a smile, very challenging) and can make them feel like scuttling under a stone.

If you can say yes to most or all of the above then you are most definitely an empath.

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I’m all but 3 …..

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STOP USING INORGANIC (poison) ROOTING HORMONES

 … use organic Aloe Vera instead

 Aloe is full of goodies ~ like enzymes, saponin, salicyclic acid, vitamins, and amino acids.

you can use them to clone your other plants too and its easy to do.

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Have a Blessed Beltane

If you are celebrating or decorating for this Sabbat, you might wish to use some of the items below:

Incense- Frankincense, Lilac, Rose, Musk, Ylang Ylang, Tuberose, Jasmine

Colors- green, pink, blue, yellow

Stones- Rose Quartz, Beryl, Garnet

Herbs- Honeysuckle, St John’s Wort, Hawthorn, Phlox, Rose, Lilac  ~~  (all flowers)

Symbols- May pole, wreathes of flowers, strings of beads, ribbons, phallic symbols, cauldron

Food- dairy, oatcakes, cherry, strawberry, May wine, salad greens 

(Artist Unkown - Walpurgisnacht “The Night of The Witches” and The Lore of The Harz)

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Almond Blossom Magick

Planet:  Mercury

Element: Air

Energy: Masculine

Associated With:  Candlemas and Beltane

Deities: Attis, Mercury, Thoth, Hermes

Wisdom, money, fruitfulness, and prosperity

Invokes the healing energy of the deities

Provides magickal help for overcoming dependencies & addiction

Carry, wear, or use as incense to attract abundance

Magickal Uses:

Wear almonds as a Fertility Charm

Carry leaves and almonds in your pocket or purse as a Luck & Money Charm

Use the wood, flowers, nuts and leaves in rituals for overcoming addiction

For Handfasting Ceremonies or Love Spells, use almond flowers to encourage a lasting and loving union

Climbing an almond tree is said to ensure success in business ventures

Eating almonds will give the partaker wisdom

As a plant of air, almond wood is perfect to use for Magick Wands

Medicinal Uses:

Eating almonds can combat a fever

Skin care/moisturizing

vitamin B17

inhibits tumor growth

lowers cholesterol

reduces anxiety

cures skin irritation due to radiation

helps treat diabetes

i was lucky enough to find a local, organic source to harvest my blossoms.

Always verify your source is organic

Always make sure you have permission to harvest

Always forage responsibly

~Source:  Vampire Rave, Witchipedia, Botanical.com, Herbs2000

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The Magick of Cannabis

Magickally, cannabis has been used for healing, meditation, love, and visions.  It’s fiber, seeds, and bud tops were often added to incense for divination and scrying. The seeds were also used in love spells and for divining one’s true love.

Historically, cannabis was consumed in religious and spiritual practices to help one open the doors to the soul. By opening to the inner world with the help of cannabis, practitioners were able to connect with the Divine (Source - Higher Power - God) and carry back understanding of our place in the cosmos.  Shamans and Magicians (some call us Witches) have used cannabis among other spiritual plants to alter consciousness as they enter into the magical realms.

Rituals around cannabis have been recorded as long ago as 5000 years ago. It’s been used in initiation ceremonies and various rites throughout Asia, Africa, and Europe. The ancient Sythians burned cannabis in their funerary rites for kings, as described by Herodotus in about 450 B.C.E. and corroborated by archeologists who’ve found the remains of the tent structures, offering vessels, and burnt cannabis seeds at ancient Sythian dig sites. Early Chinese Necromancers used cannabis to move through time and see future events.

As a spiritual and magickal tool, cannabis has helped Shaman, Witches, and others delve into the mysteries of what it means to be human, how we fit into this earthly realm, and to heal deep wounds for the people. Let the magick of cannabis help you become a better you!!

Sources: History, Folklore and Magical Uses of Cannabis - Zenpype - Herb Museum - Marihuana the first 12000 Years

Photo: Unknown

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The Magick of Cannabis

Magickally, cannabis has been used for healing, meditation, love, and visions.  It’s fiber, seeds, and bud tops were often added to incense for divination and scrying. The seeds were also used in love spells and for divining one’s true love.

Historically, cannabis was consumed in religious and spiritual practices to help one open the doors to the soul. By opening to the inner world with the help of cannabis, practitioners were able to connect with the Divine (Source - Higher Power - God) and carry back understanding of our place in the cosmos.  Shamans and Magicians (some call us Witches) have used cannabis among other spiritual plants to alter consciousness as they enter into the magical realms.

Rituals around cannabis have been recorded as long ago as 5000 years ago. It’s been used in initiation ceremonies and various rites throughout Asia, Africa, and Europe. The ancient Sythians burned cannabis in their funerary rites for kings, as described by Herodotus in about 450 B.C.E. and corroborated by archeologists who’ve found the remains of the tent structures, offering vessels, and burnt cannabis seeds at ancient Sythian dig sites. Early Chinese Necromancers used cannabis to move through time and see future events.

As a spiritual and magickal tool, cannabis has helped Shaman, Witches, and others delve into the mysteries of what it means to be human, how we fit into this earthly realm, and to heal deep wounds for the people. Let the magick of cannabis help you become a better you!!

Sources: History, Folklore and Magical Uses of Cannabis - Zenpype - Herb Museum - Marihuana the first 12000 Years

Photo: Unknown

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Mangoes - Marijuana & Magick

TIP OF THE DAY:  A MANGO A DAY GETS THE BUZZ ON ITS’ WAY!! 

Gender:  Masculine

Element:  Fire, Air

Planet:  Mars

Sign:  Aries

Day:  Tuesday

Deities:  Ares, Buddha, Ganesha, Mars, Saraswati

Parts To Use:  Fruit, Flower, Leaves

Magickal Uses:  Enlightenment, fertility, love, protection, sex

Medicinal Uses:  (fruit) Bronchitis, congestion, flatulence, indigestion, (leaves) diabetes, lower blood pressure, treat gall and kidney stones, dysentery, ear aches, and treat burns.

Other Uses:  Mangoes actually can increase your cannabis high.                    if you want to know why read on - A terpene known as Myrcene, is the most prevalent terpene found in cannabis, but it is not found in hemp. It is also present in high amounts in mangoes, hops, lemon grass, West Indian bay tree, verbena and the plant from which it derives it’s name Mercia. Myrcene appears in small amounts in the essential oils of many other plants as well. It’s odor is described as clove-like, earthy, green-vegetative, citrus, fruity with tropical mango and minty nuances. Without going into too much detail, the presence of Myrcene is an important factor in the quality and enjoyment of the high from smoking certain Cannabis strains, particularly those strains that came from tropical climates…namely Sativas. It is possible to enhance the quality of the high from your bud through the addition of Myrcene.

Here is all you need to do - -  eat a mango one hour before smoking your herbage.  The addition of Myrcene to the body from the mango will have a profound impact on the quality of the high. Low potency bud will get the zing you were looking for and high quality flowers will just get better.

The Herbal Magic Correspondences Guide By Briana Blair  —  10 Amazing Benefits And Uses Of Mango Leaves By Aam Ke Patte  —   Myrcene: Synergistic Cannabis Terpene By MassRoots

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Anonymous asks:  “Someone told me that the big fan leaves are not good because they do not have any THC or CBD’s.  Is that true? I would like to make tea with them.”

Cannawitch answers:  - While it is true there is no THC in the fan leaves, there is small amounts of THCA.   There have been studies showing they contain CBD’s, sometimes in much higher content than the bud.  This is exactly the part of the plant that people are using RAW with such great success.   Leaves are picked from a plant that is about three months of age.  If you are strictly looking for medical benefit without a “high”, this is a perfect way to medicate.  You may find that cooking degrades some or all of the medicinal properties in these leaves. You will find the greatest value by using them RAW.

Some of the benefits of raw cannabis include:

Immune modulating ———– Anti-diabetic Anti-inflammatory ————- Neuroprotective Antioxidant ——————— Antispasmodic Anti-tumor/anti-cancer ——- Anti-anxiety Bone stimulation ————– Antibacterial Pain-relieving

What are the “active” ingredients in raw cannabis if there is no delta-9 THC?

Terpenes                    Cannabigerol (CBG) Flavonoids                   Cannabidivarin (CBDV) Phytocannabinoids       Cannabichromene (CBC) Cannabinol (CBN)        CBD Acid Cannabidiol (CBD)        THC Acid Cannabigerol (CBG)

There are more than 525 molecules found in raw cannabis, some with synergistic effects.

According to Dr. Courtney it takes about 4-8 weeks before full clinical benefit is reached. It takes that long to fully saturate the fat tissue with phyto-cannabinoids. Phyto-cannabinoids are fat molecules that are stored in the adipose or fat tissue similar to the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K. It appears that a wheat grass juicer is probably the best method of breaking up the cannabis plant cells. Mix with a minimal amount of organic fruit or vegetable juice – just enough to cut the bitter taste of the raw cannabis. Choose lower sugar juices to minimize your ingestion of simple sugars. Store leaves in a green bag in the refrigerator; do not rinse until immediately before using. Dr. Courtney recommends soaking leaves in water for five minutes before juicing. Use organic cannabis that does not have any pesticides applied at any point in its life cycle. Dr. Courtney recommends using ten large fan leaves per day in juice, salsa, pesto, salad, etc. (I’ll be posting CannawitchCreation original recipes soon) If you have access to fresh bud, he recommends juicing one raw bud/day. Cannabinoids and THCA are cleared rapidly from the blood, so frequent consumption of a small amount of juice is ideal. Split the juice into five parts for five divided doses per day.

Photography: CannawitchCreations Source: Dr. William Courtney

[themanicnami]

Crystals for Artsy Witches

Here is a list of crystals that could be useful to artistic witches.

Agate: inspiration, awaken talents and improve them

Alexandrite: creativity, imagination

Amazonite: creativity, intuition

Amethyst: creativity, intuition, perception, insight

Apatite: insight, creativity

Aqua Aura Quartz: motivation, making progress in goals

Aventurine: creativity, imagination, motivation

Beryl: creativity, helps relieves the feeling of tiredness (always good for artists)

Bixbite: creativity

Carnelian: creativity, precision

Cavansite: inspiration

Charoite: inspiration

Chlorite: inspiration

Chrysoberyl: creativity

Citrine: intuition, creativity, clarity

Coral: creativity, visualization

Dolomite: concentration, focus

Emerald: focus

Fire Agate: creativity, expression

Fire Opal: creativity

Garnet: mental rejuvenation, motivation

Girasol: visualization, imagination, creativity

Goshenite: creativity, originality

Hematite: focus

Howlite: expression, creativity

Kyanite: visualization

Magnesite: visualization, unconscious thoughts realized

Mookaite Jasper: expression, versatility

Mother of Pearl: imagination, intuition, mental clarity, adaptability

Opal: creativity, inspiration, spontaneity

Pearl: focus

Rainforest Jasper: variety, progress, creativity

Sapphire: creativity, expression, mental clarity, intuition

Sardonyx: creativity, mental clarity

Siberian Gold Quartz: inspiration, motivation

Tangerine (dyed) Quartz: motivation

Tanzan Aura: intuition, inner vision

Tiger’s Eye: motivation, focus, concentration, mental clarity

Tiger Iron: artistic skills, creativity, motivation

Topaz: creativity, individuality, expression

Ulexite: creativity, inspiration, imagination

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Last year’s magickal water for this year’s ritual.

With today’s FULL MOON and many places experiencing severe storms, it’s the perfect time to collect your own rainwater.

WITCH TIP:    After collection, filter through cheesecloth or a coffee filter to remove any debris.  ALWAYS include a quartz crystal with your rainwater or it tends to develop algae over time.  My own personal experience has proven time and time again, the energy from the quartz prevents your sacred water from becoming unusable. 

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“What is CannaButter and how do I make it?”

CannaButter is a butter-based solution which has been infused with cannabinoids. This is achieved by heating the raw cannabis material (leaf, flower, or keif) along with butter and allowing the cannabinoids to be extracted and bind with the fat.  CannaButter is the essential ingredient that gives the high in cannabis-infused food,  CannaButter is the core of most cannabis food recipes.

Making CannaButter requires just a few simple steps. Mostly, your time will be spent waiting, however, the longer you wait the better your CannaButter will be. so take your time to make it right. 

INGREDIENTS:

4 sticks of UNsalted butter, NOT margarine!

2 oz. cannabis leaf/trim, 1 oz if using buds.  2-3grms if using keif  – only you know your tolerance level, so feel free to add more cannabis if you need a more potent butter.

1 cup of water

5 Tbsp soy lecithin (optional)

TOOLS YOU NEED:

Large pot for boiling

Large plastic bowl (old coolwhip container works best)

Small bowl

Fine Mesh Strainer

Coffee Grinder/Scissors/Food Processor etc.

Cheesecloth or an old pair of pantyhose

DIRECTIONS:

1. Crush or grind your cannabis leaves or bud using a clean electric coffee grinder, hand held bud grinder, or scissors.  The more the leaf and bud is ground the easier it is for THC extraction.  Place your cannabis on a cookie sheet and place in the oven at 250 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 minutes to decarboxylate.  This will ensure you get the most medicinal quality possible from the cannabis you are using, turning any THCA into valuable THC. 2. Grab your large pot or double boiler and add the 4 sticks of unsalted stick butter. Heat on low stirring occasionally until melted. Don’t get stoned and burn it! 3. Once the butter is melted, add 1 (one) cup of water and your cannabis leaves or bud to the pot. Stir vigorously to help knock off the trichomes from the plant matter.  Bring to a low simmer and cover, stirring vigorously and often to help aid extraction. 4. The hardest step in making this concoction is that you must wait! The longer you wait with this recipe the better the butter.  Let your CannaButter mixture simmer for no less than 4 hours, or as long as 24 hours, which is my preferred method. If it looks like the cannabis has begun to absorb most of the liquid, add more water as needed.  Don’t forget to keep stirring vigorously. 5. After you can’t wait any longer, remove the potion from the heat and let it cool until manageable (about 10-15 min). If you want to put on gloves to protect your hands, now is the time to put them on.  Pour your fresh CannaButter through the fine mesh strainer into your large plastic bowl, this removes the majority of the cannabis plant matter. Remember, it’s still HOT, so be careful not to burn yourself.  After the majority of the CannaButter has drained, you will want to make sure to also remove the best butter still trapped onto the plant matter.  Using the back of a large spoon, your hands, or whatever tool you find easiest, squeeze, push, and force all the remaining butter out of the cannabis into your bowl below.  6. For a nice buttery consistency, a cleaner product, and a better tasting end product, strain several more times through cheesecloth, pantyhose, old t-shirts, coffee filters or paper towels.  7. Once you are done straining, cover your bowl and place it into the refrigerator to cool. Once fully cooled, the remaining water will separate from the butter and settle to the bottom of your bowl.  Give your bowl a squeeze to help release your CannaButter, which will allow you to easily pour off the excess water. There may be a slight “sludge” on the bottom of your slab of butter.  This will be a brownish color that resembles mud.  You can rinse this off with cold water or scrap it off with a butter knife.  I prefer to rinse, then scrap off the bottom layer and rinse again.  if left on, this will make your end product taste like dirt.  If you decide you didn’t strain it enough, simply melt it on low heat and repeat the process above. 8. FINALLY, if you’re adding lecithin to your butter, which helps the body absorb the cannabinoids better, re-melt your CannaButter on very low heat and add 5 Tbsp lecithin (optional), stirring until incorporated.  I find liquid works best, but if all you can find is powder, use that. Pour into storage container, seal, and place in back in the refrigerator to cool and solidify.  Store whatever you wont be using immediately in the freezer to prevent molding - due to residual plant material that inevitably will be left in your butter.  If stored correctly, it can last up to one year. 

~~~~~  Your CannaButter is now ready to use any time you are. 

Keep checking my blog for more great Cannabis Concoctions & Pot Potions.

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A Practical Guide to Homeopathy

Lesson Two: Healing with Aromatherapy

WARNING Diffusing essential oils can be toxic to your pets. Please do extensive research on which types of oils are not harmful to your pets.

Among our senses, one of the most-looked over and powerful is our sense of smell. Aromas can help us recall happy memories - baking cookies with loved ones during the holiday season, the perfume or cologne of a loved one - as well as unpleasant memories. Through psychology, we’ve proven that, when recreating a scene, scents can be our most powerful allies in recalling past events in our lives.

Aromatherapy is the art of using scents to heal the body, mind and soul. We use scents in healing rituals, magic and spirituality frequently - it even manifests in religious practices such as Christianity when a pastor cleanses a space with incense.

Scents and Sensibility

Working with essential oils is really quite easy, but here are some precautions to take.

Dilute

It’s important to dilute your essential oils in a carrier oil before using them therapeutically. You should rarely apply an undiluted essential oil to your skin.

By diluting your essential oils in a carrier oil, you get a lot more use out of them and you also prevent skin irritations. Some common types of carrier oils are grapeseed, olive, flaxseed, almond and sesame oil. Use 30mL (2 tbsp) of carrier oil per 5-10 drops of essential oil.

Storage

Essential oils need to be kept away from light and air. It’s best to store them in dark-tinted bottles to prevent light penetration. With proper storage, most essential oils can last 1-2 years. However, citrus oils should not be used after 6-9 months.

Allergies

Before working with essential oils, be sure to do a skin allergy test. Many people have sensitive skin and it’s important to take precautions and avoid allergic reactions to both essential oils and carrier oils.

To test for allergies, simply place a drop of your chosen carrier oil on your skin. Check and see if there is a reaction over the course of 12 hours. Place one drop of essential oil in 15 drops of carrier oil and apply to your chest. Check and see if there is a reaction over the course of 12 hours. If there is no reaction, then you likely have no allergy to the plant or the oil.

Precautions

Please avoid essential oils if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Specifically, avoid: cardamom, coriander, geranium, ginger, grapefruit, lavender, lemon, lemon balm, lemongrass, lime, mandarin, neroli, palmarosa, petitgrain, spearmint and ylang-ylang.

If you have sensitive or dry skin, it is best to avoid the following essential oils: black pepper, cinnamon, clove, grapefruit, lemon, lemon balm, lemongrass, lime, mandarin, orange, peppermint and spearmint. 

Healing with Essential Oils

When starting out with using essential oils for health purposes, it’s important to address one symptom or issue at a time. Limit your selection to a few different oils until you become more familiar with your tools. Once you get comfortable, start experimenting with making your own blends. As time goes by, you’ll see what works best for your body and you!

Stress

Stress often has the side effects of anxiety, upset stomach, heart palpitations and rapid breathing. One of the most common essential oils used to alleviate stress is peppermint - it relaxes the mind and body. Lavender is another good choice as it relaxes muscles and the vapors help regulate breathing.

Pain and Muscle Tension

Muscle tension and pain are something most of us are familiar with. When using essential oils to address this particular issue, it’s best to create a massage oil to rub the affected area. If you’re trying to relax muscles and ease pain, allspice and geranium are great choices.

Chest Congestion

Flus, colds, respiratory illnesses - we’re no stranger to those during the winter months. To use essential oils to treat this, apply a few drops of diluted oil across the chest and massage into the skin. I tend to use eucalyptus, but thyme is another great choice!

Concentration and Focus

Everyone experiences difficulties with focus and concentration; stress, lack of sleep, anxiety and depression are just a few possible culprits. To use essential oils for this, apply a few drops to the temples, middle of the forehead and the base of the neck. Rosemary and spearmint are great choices for this as they help you relax while improving mental clarity.

Fatigue

At the end of the day, many of us feel exhausted from school, work and just life in general. To help with this, place a few drops of essential oil on your wrists and rub them in. Citrus oils like lemon and lime work really well since they uplift mood, relieve fatigue and provide mental clarity and focus.

Insomnia

Sometimes we just can’t fall asleep. Place a few drops of essential oil on your forehead and at the base of your neck. Lemon balm and ylang-ylang are good choices for this as they promote restful sleep and reduce stress and anxiety.

Anxiety

This issue typically involves both the physical and mental parts of the body. To help alleviate anxiety, place a drop of essential oil on the forehead, base of the neck, wrists and along the collarbone or upper chest. Chamomile, lavender and lemon balm are excellent choices.

Recipes

Anxiety Relief 5 drops chamomile oil 5 drops lemongrass oil 2 tbsp carrier oil

Stress Relief 5 drops peppermint oil 5 drops lavender oil 2 tbsp carrier oil

Muscle-Tension Relief ½ tbsp ground allspice ½ tbsp ground nutmeg 5 drops geranium oil ½ cup carrier oil

Muscle Pain Relief ½ tsp cayenne pepper ½ tsp ground turmeric 5 drops rose oil 5 drops tea tree oil ½ cup carrier oil

Chest Congestion Relief 5 drops eucalyptus oil 5 drops pine oil 2 tbsp carrier oil

Mucus Killer 2 tbsp nettle leaves 5 drops frankincense oil 2 cups carrier oil

Focus and Concentration ½ tbsp ground myrrh 5 drops rosemary oil 2 cups carrier oil

Mental Strength and Clarity 1 tbsp dried rosemary 5 drops peppermint oil 5 drops spearmint oil 2 cups carrier oil

Energizer ½ tbsp dried juniper berries 5 drops thyme oil 2 cups carrier oil

Citrus Energy 5 drops lemon oil 5 drops lime oil 2 tbsp carrier oil

Sleep Easy 5 drops lemon balm oil 5 drops ylang-ylang oil 2 tbsp carrier oil

Digestion Relief ½ tbsp dried catnip 5 drops ginger oil 5 drops spearmint oil 2 cups carrier oil

Common Essential Oils for Health and Wellness

Allspice: Reduces stress, calms, relaxes tight muscles, uplifts mood, improves digestion, natural disinfectant

Basil: Calms, relieves pain, relieves fatigue, improves mental clarity, purifies the body

Cardamom: Relieves pain, uplifts mood, improves digestion, improves mental clarity and memory

Catnip: Anti-diarrheal, relieves indigestion, relieves anxiety, uplifts mood

Chamomile: Reduces anxiety, promotes restful sleep and relaxation, relieves pain

Cinnamon: Relieves pain, uplifts mood, relieves fatigue, natural disinfectant, improves digestion, increases appetite

Clove: Relieves pain, uplifts mood, improves mental clarity, improves digestion, natural disinfectant

Coriander: Relieves pain, relieves fatigue, improves digestion, improves mental clarity and memory

Eucalyptus: Breaks up congestion, relieves pain, natural disinfectant, vapors help with breathing (asthma)

Frankincense: Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent, diuretic, improves digestion, expectorant, sedative

Geranium: Relieves stress and tension, uplifts mood, anti-inflammatory, soothes itchy skin

Ginger: Relieves pain, uplifts mood, relieves fatigue, improves digestion, increases appetite

Juniper berries: Relieves pain, energizes, improves mental clarity and memory, anti-inflammatory, repels insects, soothes insect bites

Lavender: Relieves stress and anxiety, promotes restful sleep, uplifts mood, balances mood swings, vapors help with breathing, improves digestion, natural disinfectant, breaks up congestion

Lemon: Balances the nervous system, uplifts mood, relieves fatigue, improves mental clarity and memory, natural disinfectant

Lemon balm: Relieves anxiety and stress, promotes restful sleep

Lemongrass: Calms, balances nervous system, uplifts mood, anti-inflammatory, vapors help with breathing, improves digestion, natural disinfectant, repels insects

Lime: Relieves fatigue, uplifts mood, natural disinfectant, improves mental clarity and memory

Mandarin: Reduces stress and tension, calms, uplifts mood

Myrrh: Helpful in meditation, uplifts mood, anti-inflammatory, aids in healing skin

Neroli and Orange blossom: Removes nervous tension, promotes restful sleep

Nutmeg: Relaxes tight muscles, relieves pain, improves digestion

Palmarosa: Relaxes tight muscles, relieves pain, uplifts mood, helps regenerate skin, anti-inflammatory

Peppermint: Relieves pain, uplifts mood, relieves fatigue, breaks up congestion, anti-inflammatory, vapors help with breathing, improves digestion, increases appetite, soothes itchy skin, improves mental clarity and memory

Petitgrain: Reduces anxiety and stress, promotes restful sleep, uplifts mood, improves mental clarity and memory

Pine: Lessens pain, uplifts mood, relieves fatigue, breaks up congestion, natural disinfectant, improves mental clarity and memory

Rose: Relieves pain, uplifts mood, anti-inflammatory, aids in healing skin

Rosemary: Relieves pain, stimulates nerves, relieves fatigue, vapors help with breathing, improves digestion, improves mental clarity and memory, natural disinfectant, repels insects

Spearmint: Relieves pain, uplifts mood, relieves fatigue, breaks up congestion, anti-inflammatory, vapors help with breathing, improves digestion, improves appetite, improves mental clarity and memory, soothes itchy skin

Tea Tree: Relieves pain, natural disinfectant, aids in healing skin, vapors help with breathing

Thyme: Relaxes tight muscles, relieves pain, uplifts mood, breaks up congestion, anti-inflammatory, improves digestion, increases appetite, improves mental clarity and memory, natural disinfectant

Ylang-Ylang: Relaxes tight muscles, relieves pain, promotes restful sleep, uplifts mood, natural disinfectant Images are under the Creative Commons License. Information is from a variety of books, websites and my personal experience working with essential oils.

[fumbletongue]

Properties of Water in Magic

[recreationalwitchcraft]

sea: healing, cleansing, banishing, protection

rain: power over time, growth, rebirth

river: movement, energy, warding, powering tools

ocean: vastness, power, life, fear, focus

storm: force, emotional charge, motivation, cursing

snow: slowing, purity, ending, resolutions, change

dew: delicate magic, love magic, glamour, fae work, fertility

pond: spirituality, richness, unknown, stillness

[orriculum]

🌿 rosemary memory spell 🌿

a simple spell for when you need help remembering something

🌿 gather: a jar, a white candle, rosemary, rue, and rainwater. 

🌿 add rosemary and rue to the jar

🌿 seal the jar spell with white wax, chant:

“For you, there’s rosemary and rue; these keep Seeming and savour all the winter long…”  - Winter’s Tale, Shakespeare

🌿 when you need to remember something, sprinkle the jar witch rainwater

[chlovoyant-blog]

Herbs Masterpost

Valuable information on individual herbs down below! 🌿 

Posted: May 7th, 2018.

Updated: June 12th, 2018.

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Acacia: Masculine. Deities; Astarte, Diana, Ishtar, Osiris, and Ra. Element; Air. Planet; Sun. Powers; Psychic Protection and Powers. 

Agrimony: Masculine. Element; Air. Planet; Jupiter. Powers; Protection, banishes negative energy and spirits. Once used to detect the presence of witches.

Alfalfa: Feminine. Element; Earth. Planet; Venus. Powers; Prosperity and Fortune.

Allspice: Masculine. Element; Fire. Planet; Mars. Powers; Fortune, Luck, and Healing.

Almond: Masculine. Deities; Attis, Hermes, Mercury, and Thoth. Element; Air. Planet; Mercury. Powers; Fortune, Prosperity, and Wisdom.

Aloe: Feminine. Element; Water. Planet; Moon. Powers; Protection and Luck.

Althea: Feminine. Element; Water. Powers; Protection and Psychic Powers.

Amaranth: Feminine. Deity; Artemis. Element; Fire. Planet; Saturn. Powers; Healing, Calling the Dead, and Protection. 

Anemone: Masculine. Deities; Adonis, Venus. Element; Fire. Planet; Mars. Powers; Health, Healing, and Protection.

Angelica: Masculine. Element; Fire. Planet; Sun. Powers; Exorcism, Healing, Protection, Visions.

Anise: Masculine. Element; Air. Planet; Jupiter. Powers; Purification and Youth.

Apple: Feminine. Deities; Aphrodite, Apollo, Athena, Diana, Dionysus, Iduna, Hera, Olwen, Zeus. Element; Water. Planet; Venus. Powers; Love, Healing, Immortality.

Avocado: Feminine. Element; Water. Planet; Venus. Powers; Love, Lust, Beauty.

Keep reading

[orriculum]

🌟 Simple / “Beginner” Spells 🌟

though i do not myself believe in the concept of a “beginner” spell, a lot of new witches often ask me what i recommend for them to start with. here’s some of the simpler lot, that should be easier to perform.

🌟 simple glamours:

shine like the sun - to be radiant like the sun

glow like the moon - to reclaim youth and past beauty

🌟 simple relationship spells:

sweeten your feelings - simple jar spell to sweeten a bond

rose bath spell -  a bath of roses and milk to gather love and beauty 

fries friendship ritual -  simple spell of binding friendships. 

respect jar spell - simple jar spell to help gain respect

🌟 simple self care spells:

restarting spell -  a ritual for fresh starts, to remove old energies, and invite new ones in

stuffed animal sleep spell -  a spell for keeping negativity out of dreams, whether it’s pain, difficult subjects, or people that hurt you.

face wash spell -  a simple spell to promote beautiful or healthy skin.

soft shores bath spell -  for peace and tranquility in one’s life and energy

jar spell for clarity -  for emotional/mental clarity and wisdom 

rose quartz healing tears - simple ritual to heal emotions

🌟 simple curses / hexes:

nox - a spell to end a source of light or positivity

pumpkin head curse - seasonal curse to “burn” those who wrong you

burn your wishes - a simple curse to destroy someone’s wishes

🌟 simple miscellaneous spells:

simple study spell - scent-based studying/memory spell

finding things/memory spell -  a spell for when many things go missing, to help things reappear

rosemary memory spell -  a simple spell for when you need help remembering something 

plant growth spell -  a spell for helping plants/herbs grow and stay alive

pastel stars -  a spell to enchant paper stars with luck, love, happiness

how not to suck at dark souls - a simple spell