Follow up to the curses: a protection spell for affected communities. We’ve got some poppies, bay leaves, basil, garlic powder, the ever useful dragons blood, some water charged from the sun at the summer solstice, oak bark for strength, and a few other goodies. That symbol is my personal protection sigil drawn in gold ink.
I don’t as often work with super positive or protective things, for me it was like praying to gods I’ve never worked with. But it felt great.
Look out for women, for people of color, for the disabled, the queer, the transgendered. Look out for the Jewish, the Romani, everyone affected by fascism and this monster of a president now. I’m just one witch, but the more of us that do these spells, the stronger they become, so please, please, please, do protection spells for affected communities! It’s all the more important than the curses.
Curses against Donald J Trump, his cabinet, Richard Spencer, and fascists who follow them.
May their eyes sting, may they find no relief in sleep, may their nightmares overwhelm them.
Bottled curses set in a ring of anise, to do what I can to prevent blowback. One bottle has a wasp, vervain, wormwood, sulfur, dragons blood, dandelion root, and the other has the same minus the wasp, plus mustard seed and chili powder. Both are sealed with black wax.
And soon, I will properly ask the dead for aid, then spirits, then others.
Working on a protection spell for affected communities.
This is a great base spell, personally imma bump this up into a heavier hex, I would suggest other materials like thorns, nails, wasps, or moths.
Remember there's a full blood moon coming up on the 7th! Being the perfect time to cast some high energy spells against trump, especially if many of us do it at the same time!
In the name of the Moon Goddess Hekate, I declare this fair and just, so mote it be! #Hekate #witchesofinstagram #fuckracism #witchesagainsttrump
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something that i've always thought is that magic is simply science that isn't widely talked about or understood. with that in mind, i wanted to delve into what i like to call the "Scarborough Fair Quartet," a few very common ingredients/herbs used by green witches and explain the scientific basis behind them! (so parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme lolol)
parsley: contains apiol, myristicin, limonene, and eugenol. This means it is a mild antimicrobial and antioxidant. Medicinally, it's also a mild diuretic!
in folk magic, it's used for protection, banishing, purification, and breaking hexes
apiol (C₁₂H₁₄O₄) - used as an abortifacient and to treat menstrual disorders, can induce abortion
myristicin (C₁₁H₁₂O₃) - is an insecticide (note: this is also in nutmeg and star anise, people on depression medications like SSRIs and MAOIs should avoid those herbs!)
limonene (C₁₀H₁₆) - this is an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. a solvent in solvent in household and industrial cleaning products. It's also a common additive in foods, beverages, perfumes, and air fresheners
eugenol (C₁₀H₁₂O₂) - has anti-inflammatory, analgesic (pain-relieving), and antimicrobial properties
sage: contains thujone, cineole, and camphor. This means it is antimicrobial. Sage smoke shown in studies to reduce airborne bacteria! You can find the link to the peer-reviewed paper here. It also improves memory and alertness.
in folk magic, it's used for cleansing spaces, wisdom, longevity, and warding off evil.
thujone (C₁₀H₁₆O) - is a GABA antagonist (GABA is a neurotransmitter that has calming effects on the central nervous system). thujone blocks GABA's effects, which then increases the excitability of the brain
cineole (C₁₀H₁₈O) - Used as an expectorant and decongestant for conditions like bronchitis, sinusitis, and the common cold, anti-inflammatory, studies show it has protective effects against cell damage in neurodegenerative diseases
camphor (C₁₀H₁₆O) - used topically in creams and ointments to relieve pain, itching from minor irritation or insect bites, and symptoms of colds. it also promotes relaxation and relieves stress. my family actually uses it in pujas. (hindu ceremony)
rosemary: contains cineole, camphor, borneol, and rosmarinic acid. this means it is antimicrobial and an antioxidant. It also improves memory recall.
in folk magic, it's used for protection, remembrance, purification, love, fidelity. most of these make sense scientifically except for love lol, maybe people liked the smell?
cineole (C₁₀H₁₈O) - Used as an expectorant and decongestant for conditions like bronchitis, sinusitis, and the common cold, anti-inflammatory, studies show it has protective effects against cell damage in neurodegenerative diseases
camphor (C₁₀H₁₆O) - used topically in creams and ointments to relieve pain, itching from minor irritation or insect bites, and symptoms of colds. it also promotes relaxation and relieves stress. my family actually uses it in pujas. (hindu ceremony)
borneol (C₁₀H₁₈O) - anti-inflammatory and analgesic (pain-relieving). it can modulate the GABAA receptor, the primary inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain, which may contribute to its pain-relieving properties. helps with DNA repair
rosmarinic acid (C₁₈H₁₆O₈) - has potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, is an anti-cancer agent, a neuroprotective agent for diseases like Alzheimer's, an anti-diabetic, and for treating inflammatory conditions, allergies, and skin issues. it's also great for hair growth, which is why so many people use rosemary oil in their hair!
thyme: contains thymol and carvacrol. this means it is a very strong antimicrobial agent.
in folk magic/ancient medicine, it's used as a disinfectant. This herb specifically has a long link to purification and courage
thymol (C₁₀H₁₄O) - has antimicrobial, antifungal, and antioxidant properties. is used in disinfectants, cosmetics, and some medication. reduces inflammation!
carvacrol (C₆H₃C₃H₇) - effective against a wide range of bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Has antioxidant properties that can protect cells from damage caused by free radicals. reduces the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer and heart disease. it's also anti-inflammatory!
important note i thought would be helpful for anyone reading:
this isn't strictly relevant to the topic, but something i think everyone should know is that cancer is very connected to inflammation in the body. (many other illnesses are too, but i'm just using cancer as an example) inflammation leads to the release of cytokines and chemokines, which then promotes tumor growth and metastasis. given this, one of the best things you can do for your body to prevent and avoid health deterioration is to consume herbs with anti-inflammatory properties. Here are some papers supporting this idea: link, link, link
obviously research things for yourself, but after reading through papers that oppose the conclusion i've reached, i've realized that papers are intentionally misleading to support pharmaceutical companies.
for example: this paper (link) is titled "Natural Products for Cancer Prevention" and the abstract states "There is a growing body of literature on the use of natural products for cancer prevention. To date, few trials have demonstrated conclusive benefit. Current guidelines recommend against the use of natural products for cancer prevention." however, when looking into it further, the supplements used in the study were "zinc and retinol; riboflavin and niacin; vitamin C and molybdenum; beta-carotene, vitamin E and selenium" none of which are anti-inflammatory. beta-carotene actually is known to increase cancer risk in smokers
This study (link) looks into "Anti-Inflammatory Drugs as Anticancer Agents," and the results showed that anti-inflammatory drugs hold promise as anticancer agents bc of their ability to target inflammation-driven pathways in cancer. essentially, pharmaceutical companies are trying to sell you a solution in the form of drugs when you can supplement certain foods into your diet and achieve the same effect. of course, this is different if you have a genetic predisposition to inflammation. even then, though, an anti-inflammatory diet will still help you.
always remember!! turmeric (anti-inflammatory) does nothing if you don't eat it with black pepper!!
and what are we going to do when the HP series comes out and we start seeing a resurgence of the fandom here including gifsets and fics. like are u guys gonna bring up your neurodivergence and cry "can we separate the art from the artist!!!!! you dont need to pay to watch it!!!!!its my comfort show and I'm DEPRESSED and AUTISTIC"
Reminder that "separating the art from the artist" is a sentiment that only works when the artist is dead and no longer profiting off the work in question.
JKR is still very much alive and very much openly devoted to spending as much of her money on efforts that increase transphobia. You cannot separate this artist from this art, because she is heartily using funds from that art to fund hate groups.
Do not watch it. Do not pirate it. Do not talk about it. Have nothing to do with it whatsoever.
to enchant an item is to infuse or fill it with energy. in witchcraft, this is commonly done with intent or to serve a specific purpose. this energy can come from a variety of sources, including celestial bodies, elements, crystals, herbs, or even yourself.
some individuals use the words “enchant” and “charm” synonymously as a way to describe the process of infusing something with energy, but for the sake of this post and due to my own beliefs, you enchant something and it then becomes a charm. alternately, a charm can be something with its own innate energy, like a crystal or herbal amulet.
enchanting items to turn them into magical objects involves more than just intent - you must learn to channel and manipulate energy, and direct it into that item for enchanting to be successful.
all that aside, the process of enchanting is extremely versatile and there are many ways to do it.
here are a few ideas on how to enchant items, in no particular order:
surround the item with corresponding herbs or crystals
place the item in a jar filled with corresponding herbs or crystals, seal, and set aside to "charge"
place the item in front of a colored or scented candle that corresponds to your intent and meditate
anoint the item with an oil, charged water, or crystal elixir of corresponding intent
hold the item in your hand(s) and visualize it filling with energy; you can also speak or sing your intent aloud and play music if you want
craft a sigil to keep near the item in an envelope or sachet
sew, stitch, or carve a symbol into the item
write your intention on paper and keep in an envelope with the item; bonus points if you add a tarot or oracle card to the envelope
bury the item in a mixture of soil and corresponding herbs
pass the item through incense smoke
pro tip: time your enchantments with the appropriate planetary hour, day of the week, time of day, or lunar phase to increase your chances of creating a successful charm.
to enchant an item is to infuse or fill it with energy. in witchcraft, this is commonly done with intent or to serve a specific purpose. this energy can come from a variety of sources, including celestial bodies, elements, crystals, herbs, or even yourself.
some individuals use the words “enchant” and “charm” synonymously as a way to describe the process of infusing something with energy, but for the sake of this post and due to my own beliefs, you enchant something and it then becomes a charm. alternately, a charm can be something with its own innate energy, like a crystal or herbal amulet.
enchanting items to turn them into magical objects involves more than just intent - you must learn to channel and manipulate energy, and direct it into that item for enchanting to be successful.
all that aside, the process of enchanting is extremely versatile and there are many ways to do it.
here are a few ideas on how to enchant items, in no particular order:
surround the item with corresponding herbs or crystals
place the item in a jar filled with corresponding herbs or crystals, seal, and set aside to "charge"
place the item in front of a colored or scented candle that corresponds to your intent and meditate
anoint the item with an oil, charged water, or crystal elixir of corresponding intent
hold the item in your hand(s) and visualize it filling with energy; you can also speak or sing your intent aloud and play music if you want
craft a sigil to keep near the item in an envelope or sachet
sew, stitch, or carve a symbol into the item
write your intention on paper and keep in an envelope with the item; bonus points if you add a tarot or oracle card to the envelope
bury the item in a mixture of soil and corresponding herbs
pass the item through incense smoke
pro tip: time your enchantments with the appropriate planetary hour, day of the week, time of day, or lunar phase to increase your chances of creating a successful charm.
I was given this copper, tigers eye, and pearl bracelet years ago, and as much as I like the style of the bracelet it was given to me by an older witch who turned out to be a master manipulater and compulsive liar.
I tried to cleanse the bracelet many times but it always felt off wearing it especially as a silver-girly, and it occurred to me that maybe that's the reason.
I often wear silver or stainless steel not just because I like it but because it reflects bad energies off of you,, copper is an energy conductor and though some believe it can cleanse and transmute energy, I believe this copper bracelet was just holding on to all the bad energy of that person.
So I tried my hand at wire-wrapping and jewelry making for the first time and replaced the copper to silver, the tigers eye with garnets, and the circular pearls with chunky ones (much more me), while only keeping the center pearl from the original bracelet (as golden pearls are rarer to find) I plan to use the rest of the beads in other projects.
I didn't know at the time but the inspiration and creation of this idea all came about on the last new moon fueling my energy to make it, and being able to cleanse it in the moonlight when I finished. Now I have a gorgeous bracelet that feels more like me and more like it's mine; balancing both my fire and water aspects with the garnets representing passion, grounding, strength, protection, love, blood, the earth, and fire
And the pearls representing spiritual connection, vulnerability, empathy, protection, love, tears, the moon, and water
I feel very grateful to be able to take this back, and to be reminded that the universe always has my back.
Blessed be yall 😘🥰
(First bracelet is the old one modeled without the center pearl)
Divination: my different divination sets and what I use them for!
Dice
I have a small pair of dice that I use for a few different things! Dice is obviously linked to numerology and that's how I tend to incorporate it. I use dice for simple yes/no questions, or scaling questions! I will also incorporate it into other types of reading if I want the extra layer!
Bones
I have a small bone set that I use for yes/no questions and spirit communication - I tend to take this with me when I go outside and use it as a quick and easy way to ask if I can take something from nature or leave an offering!
Runes
I have a rune set I made myself with acorn shells - i use them similar to tarot to communicate with spirits of get an overview of certain situations.
Oracle Cards
I use my oracle cards to sometimes help me identify and communicate with spirits or in conjunction with tarot cards. I also pull a weekly oracle card for the "energy of the week".
Tarot Cards
I'm the most confident with tarot cards and use them mainly for my communication wit spirits and Mother Nature and asking about situations or for advise. I have one deck that is reserved for Mother Nature only!
Stone Reading
I recently created a stone reading set that is inspired by Princess Mononoke (my favourite movie) - it's inspired by the divination system used at the beginning of the movie, with painted stones that represent planets (and their domains), the elements and the querent and a few other pieces! Its a more complex system that takes longer to read but is really good for getting a good overview of what's going on in my space!!
Low-Energy Ways to Work with Nature and her Spirits:
Look outside. That's it - just open the curtains and see the sunlight, find the trees outside your window and watch the birds.
Put on a documentary or youtube video about a cool animal, ecology, the natural world etc
Talk to nature - whisper, talk out loud, say it in your head - just talk. Compliment pretty flowers, chat about how creepy but cool you think spiders are, picture light dancing off morning dew.
Trace the shapes of leaves/flowers/animals etc on your bed sheets or skin - try to see how many different shapes make up the natural world, find the patterns and fractals within them
Learn the name of one new local plant a week! Just one a week! If you have the energy, research a little about their ecology, history or medicinal uses
Make a flower crown/daisy chain/leaf crown
Take up nature photography - you don't need a fancy camera, jsut your phone!
Collect some shells/rocks/bones etc!
Just sit outside! can be just outside your front door, next to an open window, or in the woods (whatever you can manage)
Take your daily activities outside!! Read in the garden, eat your breakfast under the sun etc
Create art from nature - paint rocks, press flowers, create patterns using feathers or leaves as paintbrushes/stamps
Cloud watching!
More High Energy Activities:
Go for a walk or hike outside and take some offerings. Introduce yourself to the trees and plants and streams and leave them a gift.
If there's one nearby, visit a local farmer's market and buy some local produce; honey, meat, vegetables, fruit, etc! Chat to the sellers and talk about their practices and produce
Do a small spell outside! Find a secluded, comfortable spot and invite the spirits to observe your spellwork - let them get used to your energy and way of working
Make a small diary of your time outside! Don't worry about filling it in regularly, just whenever you have the energy! Write down when the bees start coming out or leaves return after winter. What plants stay during the cold season?
Research local plants and come up with your own correspondences based on their ecology/medicinal use/folklore etc
Go on a walk to see what plants and animals exist in your area! Research them - are they native? Invasive? What is their ecology? Medicinal uses? Even the most urban areas tend to have some wildlife!
Join a local facebook group for birdwatching!
Research your area and figure out what plants or animals would be native, or used to live there - create artwork or something to honour and remember them
Research gardening groups nearby - some cities will have volunteer gardening projects or local groups that help maintain natural spaces! See if any would be feasible for you to join and get out there
Join a local allotment or community garden if you have the means - do some weeding, plant some tomatoes, say hello to the coal tits nesting in the old shed!
If you have the means - invest in a hardy houseplant! Name it, research its care and talk to it! Make a ritual out of watering and talking to it.
Take an online ecology course! Free courses exist and can be super interesting!
Watch youtube videos on a favourite taxa and make notes - build your own knowledge at a pace you're comfortable with on the things you're interested in!
Invite some nature spirits in for a meal - cook something you enjoy and set the table (if you can) for the spirits. Enjoy a meal with them.
Please add any suggestions you have below and I can add them! Everyone has unique energy levels and capabilities, but I hope that I've given people a quick idea of things they can do, if they want!
I love your page. A voice called me Satan once , immediately after I seen a beautiful lady and had the thought of making love to her. Then I heard the voice call me Satan or her?
I don't work with God's, or lucifer, Satan (whatev) but I do believe the energy and belief we put into them effects us. Do you already happen to believe in Satan? Do you believe that he has an association to bad things? You probably saw the woman, had the thought, and your inner psyche decided to shame you in an easy way to hurt you. If you believe the voice was calling her Satan maybe your projecting your guilt on to her.
Sometimes the voices need more examination in science rather than spirituality. (Even if they're two sides of the same coin)
I was given this copper, tigers eye, and pearl bracelet years ago, and as much as I like the style of the bracelet it was given to me by an older witch who turned out to be a master manipulater and compulsive liar.
I tried to cleanse the bracelet many times but it always felt off wearing it especially as a silver-girly, and it occurred to me that maybe that's the reason.
I often wear silver or stainless steel not just because I like it but because it reflects bad energies off of you,, copper is an energy conductor and though some believe it can cleanse and transmute energy, I believe this copper bracelet was just holding on to all the bad energy of that person.
So I tried my hand at wire-wrapping and jewelry making for the first time and replaced the copper to silver, the tigers eye with garnets, and the circular pearls with chunky ones (much more me), while only keeping the center pearl from the original bracelet (as golden pearls are rarer to find) I plan to use the rest of the beads in other projects.
I didn't know at the time but the inspiration and creation of this idea all came about on the last new moon fueling my energy to make it, and being able to cleanse it in the moonlight when I finished. Now I have a gorgeous bracelet that feels more like me and more like it's mine; balancing both my fire and water aspects with the garnets representing passion, grounding, strength, protection, love, blood, the earth, and fire
And the pearls representing spiritual connection, vulnerability, empathy, protection, love, tears, the moon, and water
I feel very grateful to be able to take this back, and to be reminded that the universe always has my back.
Blessed be yall 😘🥰
(First bracelet is the old one modeled without the center pearl)
