[eclectic-witchling]

The Eight Sabbats and The Wheel of the Year: My Digital Grimoire Series

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[thefluffywitchling]

Cleansing simmer pot for Imbolc

adjusted from: thewholesomewitch.com

This is the very first actual ritual I did. I have been learning for a good 2 years now but I have never performed magick since it never felt right. But this time it did. I celebrate Imbolc early because I don't have much time during the weekdays, so I had my little celebration the weekend before :)

Materials:

a small pot

3 lemon slices (I didn't want to waste any so I used 4)

for love, purification, longevity, and friendship.

2tbsp lavender (I added some more later for good measure because it just smelled so good)

for happiness, peace, protection, purification, and sleep.

2tbsp chamomile flowers (I used 'expired' calming tea that had chamomile in it)

for sleep, peace, love and purification

1 tbsp rosemary and 1 tbsp vanilla extract

for healing, love, protection and purification

Instructions:

The most important thing is to think about what you want to achieve with this simmer pot. I really wanted to clear the house from any negative energy and entities, to clear the house from any anger or sadness we've had the past year and to fill the house with a clean positive and calming energy. Keep this in your mind.

Fill the pot with water (I just filled it to half because I wasn't sure how long it would take to cook down), and mindfully add your ingredients. Bring it to a boil.

Once boiling, lower the heat to a simmer. Stir clockwise to bring in positive energy (good health, prosperity, love, happiness and peace) and counter clockwise to banish the misunderstandings, miscommunications, arguments etcetera. Recite some words, I just used the ones from thewholesomewitch: ‘I cleanse this place in time and space. Negativity I set you free. As my will, so mote it be.’

Take a deep loving breath in, and another loving breath out. Feel your lungs filling with this new positive energy and visualize the negative going up up and away with the steam. Keep chanting, visualizing and stirring until it feels right to stop.

Leave the pot simmering until there is only a centimeter or so of water left and turn it off. Your ritual is complete.

My results

First of all the smell was absolutely amazing, I am definitely going to be doing more simmer pots. Maybe even instead of incense. We have a small home so incense can get overpowering very easily plus we also have pets, simmer pots are a much safer option for me.

Second, my family was quite stressed and angry this day. Lots of pressure from other family and friends rested on our shoulders but the moment the simmer pot was done it felt so much lighter. We even just fell asleep on the couch so calm and at ease haha

[stargazertarot]

pick a group based on a color: cambridge blue / nickle / candy pink

cambridge blue card : the wheel big changes coming up. something possibly pivitol to your life. things you’ve put out into the world coming back to you, whether good or bad. i’m seeing something about shifting friend groups. maybe changing up a routine with your friends or starting a new one? the numbers 3 and 13 are jumping out to me. eyes, and the idea that you’ll see how things you possibly previously thought were negative are not so much. a close union with one particular person.

nickle card : the magician reversed something in your life is tricking you. you’re blinded by something and not seeing clearly. loneliness? a sense that you’re missing out? whatever it is, make sure that you’re not letting your feelings cloud your vision. i’m seeing a lot of deep blues and late nights. stay away from relying on your phone too much. talk to someone you’ve trusted for a long time. 4pm will be important?

candy pink card : the emperor reversed release something. maybe you’ve been trying to get control of your life and it’s gotten too out of hand. or someone else or something else has too tight of a grip on you. whatever it is, it needs to be let go. write something in a letter and rip it up. bury something. i’m seeing a candle and someone in a grey hoodie. you might need to have an outburst just this once.

tip jar + follow me + carrd

[stargazertarot]

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[stargazertarot]

pick a group based on a color: cambridge blue / nickle / candy pink

cambridge blue card : the wheel big changes coming up. something possibly pivitol to your life. things you've put out into the world coming back to you, whether good or bad. i'm seeing something about shifting friend groups. maybe changing up a routine with your friends or starting a new one? the numbers 3 and 13 are jumping out to me. eyes, and the idea that you'll see how things you possibly previously thought were negative are not so much. a close union with one particular person.

nickle card : the magician reversed something in your life is tricking you. you're blinded by something and not seeing clearly. loneliness? a sense that you're missing out? whatever it is, make sure that you're not letting your feelings cloud your vision. i'm seeing a lot of deep blues and late nights. stay away from relying on your phone too much. talk to someone you've trusted for a long time. 4pm will be important?

candy pink card : the emperor reversed release something. maybe you've been trying to get control of your life and it's gotten too out of hand. or someone else or something else has too tight of a grip on you. whatever it is, it needs to be let go. write something in a letter and rip it up. bury something. i'm seeing a candle and someone in a grey hoodie. you might need to have an outburst just this once.

tip jar + follow me + carrd

[stargazertarot]

hi! ive been away for a while, but it's sunday, the start of a new week, so!!

for today, send $1 + ur initials and an emoji to my venmo @ stargazertarot to receive a single card general reading. no questions or specifics. after sending simply send me an ask with the same initials and emoji. if you'd like it to be private note that in the ask!

thank you guys, and have a lovely day!!!

[stargazertarot]

happy halloween!!! 🎃🔮 the veil is extra thin for anyone wanting answers today. consider getting a $1 one card reading or even a more in depth reading today 🎃🎃🎃

[stargazertarot]

hi! ive been away for a while, but it's sunday, the start of a new week, so!!

for today, send $1 + ur initials and an emoji to my venmo @ stargazertarot to receive a single card general reading. no questions or specifics. after sending simply send me an ask with the same initials and emoji. if you'd like it to be private note that in the ask!

thank you guys, and have a lovely day!!!

[stargazertarot]

hi! ive been away for a while, but it's sunday, the start of a new week, so!!

for today, send $1 + ur initials and an emoji to my venmo @ stargazertarot to receive a single card general reading. no questions or specifics. after sending simply send me an ask with the same initials and emoji. if you'd like it to be private note that in the ask!

thank you guys, and have a lovely day!!!

[conceptualsolitude]

go outside: the moon is coming towards you. it slips into the ocean and you follow it. it spreads bright, clear blue rays of light through the water, and when you wade in, you find it is warm. the sky is deep, deep indigo and the water is bright, so bright, like liquid stars. nothing will harm you here. stay as long as you like, and return home refreshed.

[themirroredmoon]

Methods of Spell Work

To Banish: • Burning to ashes and sweeping away the ashes • Cast out a window, down a cliffside, etc • Bury it and spit on the spot

To Bind: • Wrap in black thread • Cover in wax or other material • Seal in jar and hide in dark spot

To Hide: • Wrap in ribbon • Place in a (painted) black jar or other container • Cover in cloth or other material and bury

To Encourage: • Plant or bury near the front door/steps • Plant or bury near a window • Place near a window

To Communicate*: • Anoint a candle • Leave out an offering • Meditate • Open the front door and/or windows

To Glamour: • Leave under the full moon • Work with its reflection

To Cleanse: • Bury in salt • Burn herbs and pass through the smoke • Let it bathe in the moonlight

To Protect: • Leave sigils/wards on doors and windows • Carry sigils/wards on every day items (keys, phone case, etc) • Enchant jewelry with protection spells

*: Communication with deities, spirit guides, etc

[canaancardreads]

Let’s talk about veiling!

I am a witch that veils to protect my energy but there are a lot of different reasons people may veil.

Veiling or the covering of ones head as an act of devotion or modesty is found in many religions such as Catholicism, Judaism, and Islam.

Pictured are three veils that I have- each charged with a different purpose. The gold one is a very large veil that I usually wear after live streams or if I’m feeling very off energetically. It’s blessed to basically turn off all of my psychic abilities so that I can recharge without spiritual interference. The pink veil is one that I wear when I do readings. It is charged with the purpose of only allowing me to sense the spirits that are necessary to the reading and to block out everything else. It also helps me to understand what the reading is trying to say. The white veil is the one I usually wear if I’m going to be around large groups of people, specifically people I don’t know. It helps turn my empathy down a few notches so that I can function.

Some witches veil because of the goddesses (or gods) that they work with. I’ve heard many people who work with Artemis or Diana may veil in honor of them. Veils can also be used for protection. Whether it’s to block any negative energies, or even to cloak you.

All three of these veils got very differently. The pink veil is more of a bandana, the gold one wraps around my whole head, and the white veil that looks more similar to a Jewish tichel.

But you don’t have use any of those styles to veil. Blessing a beanie or a baseball cap can work just as well. Some people even bless their hair pins to work as veils. I myself just prefer the veil style.

Other witches or pagans may also have different rules regarding who can see them without the veil. If the veil is for modesty purposes, perhaps no one outside the home is allowed to see the person without their veil. If it’s for devotion purposes, veils may only be worn when doing work for or with that deity, or while participating in worship. So maybe anyone can see them without the veil. If it’s for protection the veil may be worn only while doing spellwork or whenever someone is outside their wards.

The process for blessing a veil may look differently depending on the practice or what the veil is going to be used for. I personally usually bless my veils by cleansing them and then laying crystals across them that fit my desired use. I’ll explain what the veil needs to do, trace a sigil on it that matches my intention and then I’ll let it sit on my altar for a few hours, sometimes even a day or so to let it charge up. Some people like to use oils, wash them in certain types of water, use herbs, etc.

I had planned to sew the sigils into the fabric but I unfortunately cannot find my sewing kit.

(Why is the spacing so f*cked up?)

You can also use color magic with your veils to add to their intention.

Veiling isn’t for everyone, not every pagan or witch feels it’s right for them and that’s okay. That’s the wonderful thing about the craft is that we can all follow different paths!

If you found this post informational, let me know!

[returntoeden]

🕯️spiritual veiling🕯️

Veiling (or head covering) is a spiritual practice that is found within nearly all world religions! Veiling is the act of covering ones head, partially or fully, with an article of clothing or hanging cloth. The type of veil or head covering varies from faith to faith. Also, everyone has different reasons for veiling. In general, it is a sign of respect to ones deities, to the self, and to the sacredness of the body. Vestal Priestesses of Vesta veiled before their goddess, Yoruba initiates cover their head for spiritual protection, Catholic Nuns veil for spiritual distinction and modesty, etc. Historically, women are more likely to practice veiling but there are many practices where men are also called to cover their heads. Veiling is for anyone and everyone who feels called to practice! 💐🌹

✨ BENEFITS OF VEILING ✨

(Note, this is an amalgamation of different reasons why people veil. Not everyone shares these same benefits or beliefs. This is a generalization!)

DIVINE DEVOTION

The crown of the head is, in many practices, believed to be the center of divine communication. It is the part of our body that is closest to divinity. As a result, many people veil in order to respect the sacredness of this connection. It’s almost as if placing a crown upon our head to symbolize our pure connection with our gods. It can also be a sign of humility and humbleness before divine. Veiling for divine devotion is often worn during rituals or worship but may not be worn for everyday use (this varies). This practice of veiling results in a closer, sanctified bond with our divinity. 

SPIRITUAL PROTECTION

Similar to the last point, the head is believed to be sacred. If the head is not protected, the rest of the body may suffer. Emotional empaths may be called to veiling out of a desire to protect their energy from the world around them. Full-body veils can also be worn for this purpose. It offers comfort, peace, and a sense of spiritual protection!

DISTINCTION

For many people, veiling is a way of “wearing their faith”. A clear religious habit (form of clothing) sets you apart from the rest of the world. Not in the sense that you are higher or holier than the world but in the sense that your life is lived in devotion. It is a reminder of the covenant you have made within your spiritual path. It makes your faith visible and tangible. My Muslim sisters often express that wearing their hijab creates a sense of unification and connectedness. 

EMPOWERMENT

I’ve noticed a lot of people, especially women, express how empowered they feel when they’re wearing their veils. It can often garner a sense of respect and reverence. Sadly there are spaces where veiling (especially for muslim women) is met with judgement but, even when faced with criticism, it is an empowering practice. It forces the world to view us as more than bodies to be objectified. It adds a sense privacy that demands respect. 

SELF AWARENESS 

Wearing a veil is a reminder to the world but also to ourselves. When we wear a veil, we are wearing the tradition of our respective beliefs. It is a physical symbol that aligns us with our spiritual practice and reminds us of why we do what we do. I find that I am much more aware of my actions when I am veiling (for rituals and for everyday wear). There’s a sense of responsibility that comes with wearing a veil. It’s highly symbolic and we have to respect its importance. 

A BLESSING

For many, it is a reminder that we are forever blessed, protected, and empowered by our spiritual practice! It’s like taking up a mantle of power. For some it’s out of modestly but, for most, it’s an outward sign of the blessed relationship that we have with our respective spiritual paths!  ✨✨✨✨ Thank you for stopping by! My askbox is always open for anyone who wants to learn more! If you are someone who veils, I would love to hear your reasons and experiences. I feel like there are so many misunderstandings about the purpose of veiling and I hope this post could shed some light! 💐 🌷 🌹 P.S anyone can veil, as it’s a part of pretty much every culture, but be mindful of the style of veil you choose! There are some styles that are sacred and should not be used unless you are a part of that religion/tradition. Do your research. 

[stargazertarot]

[id: a tarot reading for the week ahead /end id]

hello everybody and welcome to the final week of july! with this ending on the horizon and having just dove into leo season, it’s the perfect time for a little reflection and catching up. so without further ado, here is this weeks reading.

[id: three cards: where you are, challenges, opportunities - queen of swords, page of pentacles reversed, & IX of swords /end id]

⚝ queen of swords: as she is representing us, the readers, this week, she tells me that this is a time when many of us are going to be feeling very open minded. you may feel simply that it’s easier to think at the moment. perhaps more complex patterns or things that were hard for you to understand are becoming more clear. this is likely a good time for study or anything related to using a lot of thought, especially as mirrored by the later swords card that we see under opportunities. 

⚝ page of pentacles, reversed: however, it can be very easy not to put the energy and clarity you are feeling to good use. this card could also indicate that it is difficult to keep yourself grounded, especially if the things that are being revealed to you mostly deal in emotions or things of the mind. keeping an awareness of the fact that you may be more clearheaded currently, as well as reminding yourself of your physical body and the physical actions you can take in regards to what you’re knowing can be helpful. enter things with a childish mind and the idea of play. 

⚝ ix of swords: though this card often represents anxiety and a feeling of danger or hopelessness, i honestly feel that it is a good thing. it could deal with you learning to break the cycles of anxiety and fear. perhaps this persistent, restless feeling reminds you to do something about the situation, to not become complacent. maybe the opportunity will come from realizing that you have been worried over things that are all in your head and are not tangible, tying in to the reversed page of pentacles.

and that is the reading for the week! if you would like more clarity, i am offering $1 a card for up to 3 cards on a more personalized take on this weeks reading to those who reach out to me via dm. you can also always leave tips at stargazertarot on venmo