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More candle magic
04:55 Apr 30 2007
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In dealing with Candle Magic, it is first and foremost best to learn about candles and their ways so you can better understand just what the heck you are doing. No two candles act the same way, no matter how or who made them or what they are made of. It is the personal act of our desires and our own will that gives it life and we are able to perceive its ways. This will be an attempt to provide some insight on the candle itself and the ways in which the candle speaks.





The candle is made up of different elements and different parts which respresent different things. The candle itself contains the element of water, air and earth. When lit, the elements of fire and the spirit are employed. So a lit candle is then a full blown item incorporating all of the elements and thus rendering it again, an extremely effective magickal tool. Down throughtout history, you will find many references to the use of canles in many of our modern day activities. Fire was the ultimate tool used for banishing, cleansing, destruction and worship, life and death. Such a simple thing as an act of lighting a candle to hold within itself such power.





The body of the candle consists of the elements of water, air and earth. Made from a variety of ingredients from tallow to beeswax, it can include herbs, scents or even gems or stones. The body consists of the top half which starts at the wick and down to the center. The bottom half is from the base up to the center.



The Body





The shape of the burned wax when left to flow on its own can also be very revealing. Never realized that before huh? Check back and see if the candle left you a message in the shape of the burned wax. You will have to take into consideration your own circumstances and situation, but not only will it tell you while it's lit, it just might give you a "PS" along with it.

Remember that each candle is different as our own personal wish. Use your journal and learn the different ways in which it will speak to you. An example, if your desire is to draw a new love, you might get a very soft or muted pop or snap sound. This is the candle whispering your thoughts and desires for the forces to take hold. If however, you are hiding something, holding something back or in some way have a negative thought towards this, you might hear some strong snaps, cracks and popping. If it is inbetween, not quite so soft and not quite so loud, it may be telling you something. Still you mind and let it speak to you. You may be surprised if you don't all of a sudden have a new idea or suddenly learn that everything will be okay and a peaceful felling comes over you. Learn to listen to your candle.

In performing candle magic, this is a part of the steps when dedicating your candle. In this process, you are adding the necessary element of your will, or desire. The wick represents the human potential. A candle needs a wick to be lit, a wick needs a human to light it. When lit, we are sending off our human desires in hopes of manifestation.

The noises you hear from the burning candle or the was shapes it leaves can help you in communicating with your candle, speaking or acknowledgement of your wish. The candle speaking happens especially in times when figure candles are used, such as Male or Female, Skull, Cat or any other number of symbolic figures you may use to enhance your will or desire.





The Flame





The flame or halo of the candle is the life of the fire itself. Upon lighting the wick, we have now included the elements of Fire and Spirit along with the human will into the candle. It can speak to us if we are watchful and aware. We can learn of its ways of acknowledging our wishes. It casts a halo or aura outside of itself and is usually regarded as the state of the highest potential of Spirit. The resultant smoke is what carries our prayers and wishes out to the forces, thus creating our simple act of magick. Watching the actions of the flame, you will also see the candle speaking. Again, no two candles are going to react the same way. Use your head and think about what it is you have asked of the candle and apply it to the actions. Write all of this down in your jounal, the first few times you try this. You will soon learn automatically to see and hear the candle. Each tiny movement of the flame will tell us something. This is the life of the element of Fire and it has the ability to communicate with us, if we are only willing to see and hear.











A STRONG tall flame will tell us that the energies we are using are inded inherent in the candle and it is empowered by our desire or will. This is an excellent sign of acknowledgement by the candle.





A LEAPING or jumping flame can indicate indecisiveness is along for the ride, make sure you are clear before you begin. It can also indicate instability in emotions or actions or the problem/need needs to be worked on.





A WEAK or small flame may mean there are just too many negative energies at this time and you may have to repeat the process again at a later time. It could also indicate a communicationproblem, a smother of emotion, be it in yourself or the other.





Direction - Elements

The direction also of the smoke of the flame can tell us alot. Know the elements and their directions for correct interpretation of this.





NORTH - if the smoke goes to the north with the element of earth, it can indicate that true manifestation will be revealed, a physcial happening is occurring. Physical labor can be indicated or a need for stability. If it concerns a health question, you may want a second opinion or be cautious and pay more attention to your health or even that a check up is indicated. If it is about finances, be sure your checkbook is in order, make sure you are not allowing frivolous speding habits destroy your savings and make sure you have balanced the checkbook within the last month.





SOUTH - a south direction to your flame is the direction of the element of fire. This is an excellent sign. If it concerns health, a recovery will be imminent. If it concerns love, a passionate love affair is on its way shortly. If it concerns the home, you will find new ideas and the energy to expedite these. If the concern is work, success is on the way. You must be careful with this. As it all sounds wonderful, you must remember, fire can burn if you get too close, so keep your head on your shoulders through this whirlwind and you should be fine.





EAST - If the flame goes east, the element of air is involved and there will be some mental as opposed to physical labor involved. It is telling you to sit and follow your head in this situation. Practice logic and patience, think before yu speak. A waiting period, no rash decisions! If applied correctly, success will be yours.





WEST - A west following flame, the element of water, you have emotions literally flooding everywhere. It could indicate a period of intense emotions in whatever you desire. A warning of excess could be indicated. You could be too close to the situation and need to back off for a while. Or it could indicate that you need to clariy this thing more. Ground yourself, clear off the emotional aspect of it and look more toward the thinking part.





Conclusion





You must remember the desire when interpreting these signs and apply them to the situation. Sometimes you may not get what you want to hear or see. Learn to incorporate all of the signs you are given. Seperate them when searching them out and then learn how they all interact together. You may get a completely different answer when applied to another of the signs. Also, too, step back then and do some more thinking. Did you clear and calm yourself first? Have you got some leftover emotions hanging out there? Are you willing the candle? Is your attention totally focused? Are you truly being honest with yourself? These and many other things must be considered when communicating with your candle. Use your jounal like a second skin and write it all down and try again. Possibly on a different day or at a different time. Notice the slight similarities and differences and apply them to the desire and the way in which you approached it this night. You would be amazed at what you can end up reading. Now make sure that you have a nonflammable surface upon which your candle is resting and in an area that children or your favorite pet can not investiage the pretty fire. Use your head and common sense in safety here. This way you can let it burn all the way down without any unfortunatte mishaps. Also be careful with your clothing when using candles. A good idea is a small in home fire extinguisher near by incase of mishaps.

Use your common sense and your journey into candle magick will be safe and full of wonder!



Pagan Candles







Candle magic is used with visualization and intent toward whichever goal or need you have. Candles are an effective tool for concentration. Also, different colors or scents will provide varying energies to help you with your goal. Colors are powerful symbols.





Many different belief systems incorporate color into rituals, and candle magic is one way to do so...



Red...symbolizing the element Fire and the direction of the South, red is used for strength, physical energy, courage, sex, and passion.



Pink...a candle for love spells(remember that these should never be performed against another's will...) also friends hip and compassion. Pink is for emotional needs.



Yellow...symbolic of the element Air and the direction of the East, yellow provides energy for matters of intellect, divination, travel, and eloquence.



Green...symbolizing the element Earth and the direction of the North, use green for prosperity, fertility, employment, growth and healing.



Blue.. Symbolizing the element Water and the direction of the West, blue candles are used for healing, peace, happiness and psychic growth purple...use this color for matters of spirituality,power, meditation white...associated with the Moon, white is used for protection, purification, divination and is an all purpose candle black...use black for banishing negativity, or absorbing it when you feel the need for this.





Also, burn your candles on the days of the week that correspond with your wish. This helps to bring planetary energies to your goal.



Sunday is ruled by the Sun and yellow candles are used on this day.



Monday is ruled by the Moon...use white candles



Tuesday is ruled by Mars...use red candles



Wednesday is ruled by Mercury...use purple candles



Thursday is ruled by Jupiter...use blue candles



Friday is ruled by Venus...use green candles



Saturday is ruled by Saturn...use black candles



If you wish to add more power to your candle magick, anoint your candles with an appropriate oil before burning them.





As you are doing this, visualize your need and focus your energy towards that... Love...rose, apple blossom, gardenia, jasmine, ylang-ylang sex...cinnamon, patchouly, lavender, clove, musk, vanilla, tuberose luck...basil, bayberry, vervain protection...bergamot, cinnamon, cinquefoil, sandalwood prosperity...mint, basil, vervain, hyssop, bergamot purification...frankincense, benzoin, sandalwood, myrrh divination...nutmeg, lemon grass, acacia, lilac, lotus, narcissus banishing...carnation, rue Any successful candle ritual should begin with you relaxed and focused...also remember that you should NEVER try to manipulate another living creature against their will, to do so is to invite trouble.





Remember the Rule of Three and your rituals will be productive.

deffent spells
04:51 Apr 30 2007
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How do you cast a magic spell?



A magic spell is a conscious

formalized attempt to manipulate

magic power and energy (heka)

in order to achieve your own

personal goal



There are many styles of spells, featuring all sorts of ingredients. If one style of spell doesn't suit you, there are others. Afraid of fire? Cast your spell by creating enchanted baths. Don't have a tub? Brew potions or tie magical knots. If one ingredient is unobtainable, there are substitutes. If you can't afford precious gems and resins, there are plently of powerful magical materials masquerading as common kitchen ingredients. Magical energy is irrepressible; magic spells are the controlled conduit for directing this magical energy. There is only one component of every magic spell that you cast that cannot be replaced and that is YOU. Yours is the unique binding energy that provides the spark of life which transforms actions, words and thoughts into magic spells.



Magic spells come in virtually unlimited form, some dramatic, some shocking, and some perhaps surprisingly mundane. Definitions of exactly what constitutes a magic spell depend a lot upon one's personal history and experience, the stories you were or weren't told as a child, and cultural expectations. What seperates a magic spell from just any random series of actions is ..you, your intent, goals and desires.



Before any spell is cast, the initial requirement is that you have a personal goal. What do you want to achieve? What do you wish to prevent? What are your secret desires, your deepest fears? The more specific your desire, the more clearly articulated your vision, the deeper your passion, the more likely it is that your spell will work.







Spell to Help a Friend

You will need: One Candle, bowl, and water



Put the candle in the bowl and pour the water in the bowl. After you have done that light the candle and say:



Little Angel come to me. Help me help my friend in need.

Help (him or her) to find the answer to the question she holds in her mind.

Little Angel come to me come and my friend in need.

Little Angel help my friend find (his or her) answer.

Free (him or her) misery that she pleads with me.



After you have said this, think of your friend and blow out the candle.



Purple Candle Banishing Spell



Burning a purple candle in the following spell indicates

your power over the target of your spell. However, a black

devil candle may be substituted if you prefer.



1. Write the name(s) of those whom you wish to banish on a square of brown paper.



2. Cover the name(s) with your own, effectively crossing the first name out.



3. Chant:



I cover you, I cross you

I command you, I compel you

(name), child of (name) Get out of my house now!



4. Dress a purple candle on a dish, beneath the purple candle.



5. Place the paper on a dish, beneath the purple candle



6. Burn the candle.











Banishing Oil



1. Grind the ingredients together to create a Banishing Powder (see Below)



2. Cover this powder with castor oil, shaking vigorously to distribute.



3. If castor oil is too thick to flow adequately, dilute with jojoba oil.







Banishing Powder



Black pepper

Cayenne powder

Cinnamon

Sea Salt

Sulfur







New Home Major

Cleansing Spell



This cleansing ritual may be used for individual

rooms or for an entire house and is an

excellent cleansing method prior

to moving into a new home.



1. Blend essential oils of frankincense and sandlewood into olive oil.



2. Use this to dress a blue candle.



3. Place this candle onto a disposable saucer or plate.



4. Place this saucer on top of some spread-out sheets of newspaper or a disposable tablecloth.



5. Cast a large circle with sea salt on the paper around the candle and saucer. The circle must be large enough for you to maneuver comfortably within it.



6. Enter the circle, you may either stand or kneel on the paper, and light the candle.



7. Close the doors and let the candle burn out. (Always maintain an eye on fire safety)



8. When the candle is finished, fold everything up securely inside the newspaper. Do not spill even one grain of salt.



9. Take it to a moving body of water. Slide all biodegradable materials into the water. Throw everything else into a trashcan at a distance from your home. Walk away and don't look back.



10. Repeat in every room that you would like cleansed.







Blessing Oil



Create Blessing Oil by adding:

frankincense and benzoin to a blend of olive and jojoba oils.

Use either the ground resin or essential oils. Dress white and

blue candles with the oil and burn to purify the atmosphere.







High Spirit Incense



Very popular among spiritualists, this formula allegedly

removes spiritual debris, invites beneficial spirits

and offers protection and blessings.



3 parts frankincense

2 parts benzoin

1 part myrrh







Salt Spell



Toss a handful of salt into your cooking fire (stove, grill or similar) every Monday

morning to keep your family happy and good-natured







Crystal Aura Repair



Use a quartz crystal to repair breaks and holes in your aura.

Someone else must do this for you, ideally someone

with psychic gifts.



1. Slowly pass a charged quartz crystal around the body.



2. If a "cold spot" is sensed or there is perception of a gap or vulnerability, stop and allow the crystal to hover and rest over the area. This has a rebuilding and repairing effect, although it may need to be repeated several times to be fully effective.







Devil's Shoestring Psychic

Courage Spell



For added personal power, as well as to overcome fear:



1. Cut a devil's shoestring root into small equal pieces.



2. Place the pieces in a small glass jar together with a square of camphor or a drop of essential oil of white camphor.



3. Cover it with a shot of courage, usually whiskey or rum, but if another beverage appeals to you, use it, although the effect is magical; nothing will be drunk nor should it be.



4. Hide the jar in a discreet, private place. Whenever you need a shot of courage, remove one root piece and rub it in your hands, over your feet, your forehead and the back of your neck. Having been used discard the piece.



5. When all the pieces are gone, add the reserved liquid to a bath and start the spell all over again







Protection Chant



If you are feeling uneasy, nervous or threatened, try repeating this chant quietly to yourself.



Divine Goddess, Goddess Divine,

Divine God, God Divine,

If evil dwells within this place,

Please make it leave my space.



Blessing of the Book of Shadows





by Silver Ravenwolf







Hearken as the witches' word

calls to All, a gulf to ford.

Bridge the vast realities,

An it harm none, do as ye please.



Elements protect and guard this book,

From wandering eyes and prying looks.

Fill it with thine ancient power,

In this right and ready hour.



Powers of North, the East below,

Help me to live, to learn, to grow.

Lend your strength and stability,

To practice the Craft and with love be free.



Powers of East, the Wind, the Sky,

Watch over these pages with thine eye.

Your wisdom and knowledge, for these I do ask,

That this book be worthy of the Craft and its task.



Powers of South, Fire, and the Hearth,

Help these Shadows to prove their worth.

Infuse them with all your Healing and Passion,

So only good comes from the Work that is fashioned.



Powers of West, the Water and Sea,

Change and growth are granted by thee.

Bless these pages with all that you know,

That righteous readers may learn and grow.



And to the unschooled eye that see

Confusing words and sophistry,

Lead them from these sacred pages,

And bless their passage through the ages.



For free will of all,

And harm of none,

As I have willed it,

It is now done.



So mote it be!



Psychic Spell

Fill a small purple bag (preferably with drawstrings) with as many of the following herbs as you can:



mugwort

acacia

honeysuckle

peppermint

rosemary

thyme

yarrow

cloves

dandelion

lilac

lavender

calendala

Tie the bag shut. Use a dark violet marker to draw an eye on the front of the bag. Rub the bag on your forehead whenever performing divination or needing psychic sight. Sleep with it under your pillow every night.







Third Eye Ritual

Perform this ritual three days before the full moon, preferably when the moon is in the sign of Cancer, Pisces, or Scorpio. Begin by brewing a strong tea made from yarrow or mugwort. Light thirteen purple votive candles to help attract psychic influence. Drink tea, stare into a magick mirror, crystal ball, or pyramid and chant three times:



"I invoke thee, O Asariel,

Archangel of Neptune

And Ruler of clairvoyant powers.

I ask thee now to open my

Third eye

And show me the hidden light.

Let me see the future.

Let me see the past.

Let me perceive the divine

Kingdoms of the unknown.

Let me understand the wisdom

Of the mighty universe.

So mote it be!"



After chanting, relax, breathe slowly, concentrate on opening your third eye. Do not allow negative thoughts to enter











Good Luck Spell

You need:



A candle to represent you (any color)



A gray candle



A black candle



An orange candle



It's best to perform this one while the moon is waxing. Light the candle that represents yourself and say: “This is me, me in all things” Light the black candle and say: 'This is all the bad luck that has dragged my footsteps. Trouble, disappointments and tears are here. This bad luck now leaves me forever'. Light the gray candle and say: 'All that was bad is neutralized. All my bad luck is dissolved'. Light the orange candle and say: 'This is the energy coming my way, to get my life moving and speed up the change'.



Sit quietly for a while and visualize the negative energies being whisked into the gray candle and dissolved into empty nothingness. Visualize the orange candle drawing good energy and good luck towards you, see the air stirring about with possibilities and opportunities.



Let the candles burn down completely (take the usual safety precautions)

basic colors need for magic
04:45 Apr 30 2007
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Color and Its Purpose



Color plays a large part in our world; in fact, nothing else we come into daily contact with impacts us quite as much. It affects the way we act and feel. It affects both our mental and physical energy levels. It even tends to flalvour the decisions we make on a day-to-day basis.



There's simply no logical basis for the way colors make us feel. They can even cause personal reactions that we don't understand, Thats because colors rugs at our emotions rather then our sense of reason, and stirs up feelings deep inside. Since it is directly linked to the emotional pool-and successful magic relies heavily emotion rather then logic-it's not surprising that it has an intense effect on every magical effort we preform..



The information that follows provides a starting point for using color in magical work. Since everyone is different, feel free to work with different colors on a regular basis and see how they effect you personally.



When working with color, please don't draw the line at candle usage. Work with the color of clothing, art objects, and even the sheets you sleep under. Sometimes the most powerful magic of all is right at our fingertips, and we just forget to use it.



Basic Color Chart



Black: Usually associated with the energy and ministerial figures, black stops gossiping, meddling people right in their tracks. It's also great for breaking bad habits, or for any work that involves separation, wisdom, secrets, or invoking the Crone aspect of the Triple Goddess.



Pale Blue: This shade goes a long way in relieving confusion, anxiety, and loss of control. Try it for effects that involve calmness, peace, tranquility, healing, and pleasant dreams.



Dark Blue: If you need to get organized and add some structure to you life, this is the color for you. It's also a wonderful hue for invoking the Water Element, or calling upon feminine deities.



Brown: If you tend to bounce off the wall with excess energy, try brown. It works wonders when it comes to grounding and centering, as well as for magical work involving stability and common sense. Try it too, for diffusing potentially harmful situations.



Gold: generally used in altar candles to represent the God, gold tends to make us feel financially prosperous and personally secure. It's also great to perk up efforts involving financial increase and general success.



Green: If you lack ambition, hate challenges, and always feel that you're dependant on someone else, this color can help. use it, too, for invoking fertility, prosperity, growth, general independence, and the Earth Element.



Lavender: This color is a fabulous tension-reliever, even in the most stressful situations. It's also great for workings that involve the intellect and knowledge retention, controlling erratic energy, and for making inner beauty come to the surface.



Mauve: This color tends to bring cooperation from even the most stubborn of people. It works well in efforts that deal with the increase of intuitive and psychic powers, self-trust and self-confidence.



Orange: If personal motivation is a problem, try orange. There's nothing quite like it to make you want to get off your duff and take action. It's also great for attraction rituals, gaining positive test scores, and business projects, and proposals.



Peach: Because peach is a safe, reassuring color, it works wonders wonders during those times, when a gentle, nurturing and nonthreatening appearance is necessary. It's also a great asset to efforts involving friends, kindness, sympathy, empathy, and well-wishing.



Pink: because it stimulates self-love, this color can help you to become your own best friend. It also works well in efforts that involve romance, love, friendship, and harmony.



Purple: A terrific color to wear on job interviews, purple helps you gain respect. Try it too, for work that deals with spirituality, mental and psychic power, and for invoking the Akasha Element.



Red: Especially helpful to shy folks who hold positions of authority, this color really shines when it comes to taking charge in difficult situations. It also works well in efforts that involve passion, sexual drive, vitality, and physical strength, energy and activity. use it, too, when invoking the Fire Element or the Mother aspect of the Triple Goddess.



Silver: Commonly used in altar candles to represent the Goddess, this color also works well in rituals to relieve inner turmoil and gain a personal sense of peace and serenity.



Teal: Teal not only brings equal footing to practicality, and spirituality, but makes you feel like you can handle even the biggest problems. Use it in work that deals with getting a handle on practical matters, decision-making, balance, and matters that involve gaining trust.



Turquoise: A must for workaholics, this color focuses you to take a step back and look at your workload through new eyes. It works well in rituals that involve stress relief, study, and knowledge retention and finding logic in situations where none seems to exist.



White: To relieve tension and bring focus to life goals, try white. It's also great for efforts that require clarity to spiritual guidance, and for invoking the Maiden aspect of the Triple Goddess. (Note: Since white is a culmination of all colors, it may be substituted for any color during magical work.)

Potions
04:40 Apr 30 2007
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*Potion Precautions*

When preparing and using a potion, please take all precautions necessary. Please follow all procedures and make sure that anything you plan to ingest to safe!!!!!



Teas



Teas are great potions for beginners; not only are they one of the easiest potions to make, you can really let your creative juices flow when putting them together. Depending on the recipe, the prep work can be time consuming, but in just a short time you'll be making all kinds of new magical and flavorful elixirs.



But Why Tea?

Teas work in two main ways. First of all, when you drink tea, with ever swallow you imbibe whatever magical qualities are in the brew. Because the base of tea is water, it moves very quickly through your body and is easily absorbed into your system. You become one with the tea, one with the magic. The magic becomes part of you. Tea also has aromatherapy qualities. As you sit to drink your tea, take the time to savor its aroma. Breathe in the scent and feel it becoming a part of you.



Add a Little Atmosphere

Before sitting down with your tea, create an atmosphere appropriate to your tea's meaning. Light colored candles with corresponding qualities. Use symbols or pictures to represent what you are wishing for. You might even want to play music that relates to the magical work you are preforming or that puts you in a meditative mood. the atmosphere helps to get you into the right frame of mind and deepens your focus to the task at hand.



Savor the Flavor

Probably the hardest part about making tea is deciding what to put in it, because there are dozens of herbs and plants you can choose from. If you haven't made your own tea's before, I suggest that you start with just two or three different herbs. As you become more practised and familiar with the tastes of the herbs and how they compliment one another, you can experiment by combining more kinds together.









Find True Love



Use this tea to help you find your true love. When preparing and drinking the tea, you should focus on the qualities you want your true love to have, not a specific person. You can also focus on the attributes you want others to notice in you.



2 parts lemon balm leaves

2 parts mint leaves

1 part catnip leaves

1 part chamomile flowers

1 part clover flowers

1 part yarrow flowers







Keep Me Healthy Tea



Prepare this tea when you are already in good health and want to maintain it. As you drink it, visualize yourself in the days to come as healthy, happy, and active



4 parts calendula flowers

1 part mullein leaves or flowers

1 part marjoram leaves

1 part St. John's Wort







Heal Me Tea



Although your potions should never replace a trip to the doctor when you are ill, this tea can give you a magical boost to speed your healing. Focus on the ridding your body of whatever ails you. If you are running a fever, add 1 part of feverfew.



4 parts rose petals

3 parts violet petals

2 parts dried apples

1 part dried blackberries

1 part eucalyptus leaves

1 part ginseng root







Sip for Success Tea



While sipping this tea, envision yourself succeeding at a current project you are undertaking. Use tangible images such as seeing the project complete. Feel yourself doing your job successfully. This tea works best when working with specific projects or situations. Don't just imagine yourself being successful - define what success means to you.



4 parts clover flowers

2 parts lemon balm leaves

1 part ginger root







Keep Me Safe Protection Tea



This tea is to protect you from psychic attacks from others. As you drink this tea, imagine yourself surrounded by a giant protective bubble of white light. think of the bubble as a protective shield that keeps anything out that can harm you and lets only love and light through. Feel the strength in knowing you are safe and protected.



4 parts thyme leaves

2 parts sage leaves

1 part basil leaves

1 part clover

a pinch of mugwort







Home Protection Tea



Slowly sip this tea as you walk throughout your home, both inside and outside if possible. Walk along each wall and your property line as you outline your living area. The aroma will surround your home with protection while the tea flows through your body and radiates into the environment around you.



3 parts mint leaves

2 parts raspberry leaves

1 part eucalyptus leaves

1 part rose petals

1 part lavendar flowers

a pinch of irish moss







Psychic Kick Tea



This tea is to help you increase your psychic abilities; sip it slowly while meditating before preforming any type of psychic task such as dream interpretations, scrying ( a form of divination where the reader looks into a reflective surface such as water), or readings. Note that this tea is not meant to be used on a daily basis, just when the need arises.



3 parts thyme leaves

3 parts rose petals

3 parts yarrow flowers

a pinch of St. John's Wort

a pinch of mugwort







Courage and Strength Tea



Use this tea when you need an extra boost of strength and courage. Visualize yourself as being the strong and courageous person you will need to be in order to overcome the situation. Imagine your problems shrinking in size until you tower over them and see them as small and insignificant.



3 parts pennyroyal leaves

1 part thyme leaves

1 part columbine leaves

1 part borage flowers (or leaves)

1 part mullein flowers







Calming Peace Tea



This tea is for when you are completely stressed out and need desperately to unwind, calm down, and relax. Try sipping it sitting under the shade of a tree or in a warm, relaxing bubble bath. Visualize yourself at complete ease. While sipping this tea, use other relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing, to help it work to its fullest potential. Be careful though, this tea tends to make the user very sleepy.



4 parts lavendar flowers

3 parts violet flowers

1 part calendula flowers

1 part pennyroyal leaves

1 part meadowsweet leaves

a pinch of skull cap leaves







A Good Night's Sleep Tea



Drink this tea up to an hour before going to bed for a great night of peaceful sleep. You will awaken in the morning feeling renewed and refreshed.



4 parts chamomile flowers

3 parts lavendar

1/2 part thyme leaves







Hip Hip Huzzah Tea



This tea is for when you are down and out and need a bit of cheering up. Designed to lift your mood and spirits, sip this tea while remembering a happy occasion in your life. Imagine yourself back at that moment and bring that feeling back to the present with you.



4 parts marjoram leaves

3 parts catnip leaves

2 parts St. John's Wort leaves

1 part violet flowers

1 part lavendar flowers

1 part witch grass







The Least You Need to Know



Prepare your teas ahead of time so they are ready when needed.

When you drink a tea potion, your body absorbs the potion's magic, making it radiate from you.

Always use dried (rather then fresh) plant material to make your tea.

Storing dried tea blends is easy and convenient; however remember to keep tea in a cool, dark place with as little air contact as possible.



Shaman’s Brew for Calm Well-Being



Plant spirit shamans honor plants that contain special properties to help humans to feel well, happy, and balanced. Recent research at Northumbria University in the UK has confirmed that the ingredients in this brew increase feelings of calm and well-being, are relaxing, and are an aid to practice in meditation and forgiveness. Here is the simple traditional technique for making an herbal brew to promote well-being and calm.



INGREDIENTS

1 heaping teaspoon fresh mint

1 heaping teaspoon fresh lemon balm

1 heaping teaspoon fresh chamomile

2 cups rum or vodka

honey to taste



1. Place the herbs in a jar with a tightly-fitting lid and add the alcohol and honey to taste. Cover, and shake well to combine.



2. Allow mixture to sit for 3 weeks, shaking daily.



3. Strain out and discard herbs and take 3 to 5 teaspoonfuls of the brew, morning and night.



If you are avoiding alcohol, boil the herbs in a pint of water for a few minutes, then simmer for an additional 20 minutes. Strain out and discard the herbs, add honey to the tea, and drink when cool.

candle magic
01:47 Apr 13 2007
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BLACK hex work, night magic, repelling or drawing negativity, reversing, binding, protection from hexes

WHITE purification, peace, truth, protection, meditaion, ELEMENT-SPIRIT

RED energy, health, passion, sex, lust, love, fertility, ELEMENT- FIRE

PINK love, friendship, romance, honor, affection, emotional healing, partnerships

YELLOW inspiration, creativity, intelligence, memory, attraction, confidence, ELEMENT-AIR

ORANGE happiness, deals, success, goals, attraction, power, luck, sudden changes

GREEN money, luck, mother earth, success, growth, health, marriage, fertility, balance, ELEMENT-EARTH

BLUE peace, healing, wisdom, protection, harmony, loyalty, occult power, ELEMENT-WATER

LIGHT BLUE harmony in relationships, childbirth, happiness

DARK BLUE slow changes, psyche, subconscious

PURPLE desire, psychism, meditation, success, divination, the unseen, hidden knowledge

BROWN home, family, friendship, animals, intuition, concentration

GRAY neutralizing, balance, discovering hidden talents

SILVER moon magic, gods/goddesses, astral energy, femininity, victory, dreams, meditation

GOLD success, wealth, money, masculinity, playfulness, influencing Egyptian deities, luck









CANDLE SPELL



To begin, choose a candle of the appropriate color (above) and annoint it with the appropriate oil. If you do not have access to specific oils, Myrrh Oil is universal for annointing candles.



Using a pin or small athame, scratch your desire into the side of your candle. The Witches Alphabet (Theban) is a good tool to use, however you may use any language you'd like.



Sit with your candle in front of you, preferably in a meditation area and stance. It is very important to be in a dark and solitaire place, but music that helps you meditate can be benificial.



Before lighting your candle you may want to say a brief incantation to help influence the gods. Here are some if you need them:



Candle of power, candle of might,

Create my desires here on this night.

Power, stream from this candle's fire.

Bring to me my heart's desire.

My words have strength, the victory's won.

So say I, this spell is done.



North, East, South, West,



Bring my desire to best!



Earth, Wind, Fire, Sea,



Bring my desires to reality



Light your candle and meditate on your desire. Think of nothing else and imagine your desire being reality. Feel the emotions it will bring and imagine the senses engulfed in this desire.



After meditating for an appropriate time and you feel as though you have expelled all the energy you can towards this desire, leave your candle in a safe place to burn completely out.



To dispose of the left-over candle wax: Wrap in a piece of cloth, bury it in the ground, throw into a stream or river, or save in your wish box.