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the moon

Blue moon: The third full moon in a season that has four OR the second full moon in a month

Harvest moon: the full moon closest to the Autumnal Equinox

Wolf moon: the January full moon

Snow moon: the February full moon

Worm moon: the March full moon

Pink moon: the April full moon

Flower moon: the May full moon

Strawberry moon: the June full moon

Buck moon: the July full moon

Sturgeon moon: the August full moon

Corn moon: the September full moon

Hunter's moon: the October full moon

Beaver moon: the November full moon

Blood moon: happens during a full lunar eclipse

Moons in:////Are best for:

Capricorn = mirror or moon magic

Scorpio = sexual magic or divination with the dead

Virgo = any magic

Libra = necromancy

Sagittarius = invocation to sun/moon

Aquarius = love magic

Pisces = fore knowledge

Aries = fire or love magic

Taurus = incantation to a lamp

Gemini = victory spells or tarot

Cancer = holy items

Leo = rings or binding magic

Designing Spells, a how-to guide for every level of experience and discretion: Threshold Theory

Suggested Reading

*-Highly recommended

Threshold Theory*

Path of Least Resistance*

Anchors*

What is Witchcraft?*

Basic Energy Work

Conceptualization Vs. Visualization

Spell Dictation*

Spellcasting Basics*

Basic spell components:

All spells have a few components that are absolutely necessary for potent results. It is going to be assumed that physical and/or energetic work was done to actually prepare and cast the spell.

In order to cast a spell, one needs to be in a space of mind that facilitates the spell working. We often refer to this as ‘Headspace”, this assists one to be more focused. This can be the most difficult aspect of spellworking for some practitioners. The mind needs to be honed in on the spell, the energies, spirits, and intentions involved. This headspace exists to channel the practitioner's focus on the task at hand. This combination of headspace and focus is referred to as a state of gnosis.

Secondly, one would need to have passion, an emotional state that is used to fuel the spell.

Lastly, one needs to have an Intention for a spell. This is the most discussed aspect of spell casting, but is also the most misunderstood. Intention is not to be confused with desire. Intent is a personal truth, something that cannot be lied to. It is possible to cast a spell without one of these three components, however the spell most likely will not be as potent as if one did. You totally can cast spells based on desire and not intent, but validating the spell may be difficult or it may have varied results.

Too read about how to record your spells accurately, check out this post.

Correspondences, Tools, & External resources:

When looking through the internet or other informational resources and/or guides on witchcraft, you’ll probably notice that a few things tend to be regularly occurring:

1. That though a lot of practitioners may say that tools and correspondences aren’t necessary, a vast majority of sources and guides include and/or require correspondences and/or physical tools.

2. The correspondences used in each source are only as common as the dominant source for those correspondences within that specific tradition. For some, those sources are books, and for others they are the first result on a Google search.

When it comes to Tools used to perform magic, there are a few things that must be kept in mind. Some tools are culture/tradition specific and it would be disrespectful for you to use them, which may or may not have spiritual consequences. Many tools are used to accomplish the same ends. For example, wands and athames are used for very similar purposes, the casting and/or projection of energies within a specific space- typically when sanctifying an object or opening/closing a space for a working. If you decide to use a tool for your practice, please be sure that you understand the cultural ramifications of doing so within a spiritual space.

When it comes to Correspondences, there are a plethora of sources that may appear to have contradicting data. This is because they stem from various traditions and sources. This occurs because correspondences are 100% subjective. However, if you practice within a specific tradition or culture, then you are expected to follow the correspondences of that practice. This can be incredibly powerful because people have been building on those ideas and connections for lifetimes.

IF you aren’t a part of a preexisting tradition ask yourself what you feel you should use. Magic can be a very personal and intimate experience. Don’t be afraid to create your own correspondences. Furthermore, don’t be afraid to invent your own tools- but be sure to do so as if it were a sacred act. Magical tools aren’t something that should be thrown together thoughtlessly and then treated like pencils or hair ties, they should be created and treated as what they are: a medium for your magic. They should be planned and made with materials that you deem appropriate. The should be stored as if they were fragile or put on display on an altar. If you’re not open about your practice, this aspect may be challenging to hide.

Types of spells:

In my experience, there are seven types of spells. Please bear in mind that these are by no means finite boundaries for spellwork to exist within, just an acknowledgement of trends.

Altar Spells: Spells that require not only tools and correspondences, but also require a ritual or ceremony in order to cast it. Often, these spells utilize candles and crystals, prayers and symbology, and may even go as far to actually require an altar.

Glamours: These spells more often than not, require only symbols and energy. They are use to altar the perceptions of whatever they’re placed on, whether targeting other or yourself.

Divination: Spells used to heighten your intuition. A lot of practitioners don’t view divinations as being spellwork, but a good diviner uses all three of the basic components of spellwork for their readings.

Psychological Spells: These are spells put on yourself to altar your own mind by manipulating your own subconscious. These spells are performed often through repetitive action and subliminal messaging through turn of phrase of symbology.

Energetic Spells: These spells require only the energies of yourself and/or beings and objects around you. Most energetic spells that are easy to find on the internet are very small spells, typically aimed at small scale manifestation. However, with enough practice and intuition, Energetic Spells can do anything that any other spell type can achieve.

Astral Spells: These are spells that require being in an Astral form or even on the Astral Plane. They are very similar to Energetic spells but they require even less. However, due to the nature of the Astral, maintaining the basic components of spellwork while in this form can be very challenging.

Spirit Spells: These are spells that either use spirits as the medium for the spell to travel through, or employ a spirit to do the spell work for you entirely. Like energetic spells, this type of spell can achieve anything that all the others can if given enough experience and practice.

Spell dictation: Whether it be for recording a spell that you have already cast or recording how to perform a spell you have only just thought of, the way you choose to record your spellwork with have a massive impact on your craft as a whole.

The importance of record keeping:

When performing spells, it is imperative to keep a record of the exact spell process and results. By doing this you’ll be able to keep track of successful spells and those that aren’t. Then it becomes easy to home in on effective spell processes.keeping a record also makes it a lot easier to undo spells that take an undesired turn. I recommend having a dedicated book or Google drive folder to record your spells.

Spell Design Process:

All spells can be thought of as a combination of Thresholds, Nodes, Intent, Focus, and Passion. (And an action)

Without any of these a spell will not function as intended or would not work at all.

Nodes are things like correspondences. They are individual concepts that are connected to form a complete web, or Threshold, for the spell to travel through. Correspondences need not be only for the physical objects involved. They can be as simple as word association or a memory.

Start creating a spell:

1: Decide on a goal, what you wish the spell to accomplish. It is important that your spell takes the path of least resistance in order to have the highest chance at success

2: Create or find correspondences and concepts to create your nodes from and then find how they can be connected. This can be done mentally or by using nodes that are associated with each other.

3: Get all your tools and sympathetic representations together, if you decide to use them. If not, skip to 4.

4: Decide what is the best headspace to be in for casting the spell. It is important to record this as well.

5: Find what is the best emotion to fuel the spell and record that as well.

6: Figure out what energetic programming you wish to use and record that. Do this as best you can, I do realize that the current energetic model definitely leaves a ton to be desired.

7: If you wish to involve spirits, be sure to commune with them beforehand if necessary. And be sure to keep record of the conditions that are reached and which entities you involve.

8: Compile your spell into a single process.

9: Cast and record results.

Be sure to do as much research into your target as possible. Like if you’re casting a spell onto the brain of another person, it would be wise to know their medical history or there could be unwanted side effects.

Discrete Spells and Practices:

The best way to keep your spell work private is to forgo your physical tools and sympathetic representations. This can be achieved by relying on spirit work or energy work.

If you wish to keep the physical aspects of the craft and the way you keep records, I recommend having a small discrete bag to hold your tools and such and coming up with a transcription orthography to write with. This can be either a personal alphabet or a simple encryption like a caesar cipher. A lot of discrete practitioners cannot use candles or burn, in order to get around this you can have ashes as your fire representation and draw things you would burn in water soluble inks. You can also draw Sigils using invisible inks as well.

Networking and How to Talk About Spells:

When discussing witchcraft, it is of the utmost importance to first establish personal semantic meaning. Since witchcraft is a multicultural and multilingual phenomenon, the words used to discuss it vary wildly. This is why I take the time to define my terms.

Once the baseline of semantics has been discussed, it is safe to proceed with discussions about magic. It would be easier to start with practitioners who have a similar practice. But I recommend connecting with anyone who is willing to have fair, free and, open discussions. Remain aware of the nuances of culture as to avoid taking and using what is not meant for you.

Validating Spells:

when recording spells, be sure to note the date and time of casting and have a timeframe in which you would expect a given result. Once the timeline runs its course take any notes of what might be pertinent.

If the spell is continuous, be sure to make note of the situation beforehand so that as time passes you can make notes of relative change.

Sometimes spells don’t work and that’s okay. That just means you need to reassess the working and try again.

Troubleshooting Spells:

If a spell effects more than what was desired, you likely weren’t focused enough or your nodes weren’t connected thoroughly.

If a spell worked but wasn’t to the desired intensity, you likely didn’t fuel it with enough passion during the casting.

If a spell didn’t work at all, it could be that it didn’t take the path of least resistance or you were missing a crucial element. As an example, it is more effective to cast a spell for your employer/client to notice your hard work than it would be to cast one to get a raise.

As you adjust aspects of your working, you’ll be honing it to perfection. Keep track of your changes and overall processes.

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Having trouble remembering what the Signs and planets mean?

Here’s a cheat sheet!

The Zodiac Signs: These key phrases express what the basic nature of each of the signs at their core. Sometimes it’s what most important to them, usually it’s what’s second nature for them to focus on.

Aries: I am

Taurus: I possess

Gemini: I think

Cancer: I feel

Leo: I will

Virgo: I analyze

Libra: I balance

Scorpio: I desire

Sagittarius: I see

Capricorn: I use

Aquarius: I theorize

Pisces: I believe

The Planets: These key phrases express what the basic sphere of personality each planet is designated to.

Sun: As a whole, I am- | I behave-

Moon: I deal with emotions by- | In order to be happy, I need-

Mercury: I communicate through- | I learn by-

Venus: I value- | In romance, I-

Mars: I am passionate about- | I deal with anger by-

Jupiter: I am luckiest when- | I expand through-

Saturn: I view my limitations as- | I feel responsible about-

Uranus: I rebel- | I progress towards-

Neptune: I feel enlightened when- | I lose touch with reality-

Pluto: I transform- | I seek power by-

The Houses: These key phrases express the fields of our lives the houses govern.

1st House: Self

2nd House: Possessions

3rd House: Communication

4th House: Home

5th House: Pleasure

6th House: Health

7th House: Partnership

8th House: Sex

9th House: Philosophy

10th House: Social Status

11th House: Friendships

12th House: Subconscious

reminders for new witches

🗝 your path is your own. You do not have to force your craft to be like those of the witches you see or admire.

🗝 if you dont know what kind of witch to be, simply pursue whatever interests you. Subjects you are passionate about are the ones your magic will be strongest from.

🗝 unless you follow a specific tradition, there is no set of rules or requirements to witchcraft. There is more freedom and versatility in witchcraft than you think.

🗝 though you may want, you do not truly need anything, be it an altar, a deity to worship, tools of the craft or herbs. You alone are enough.

Best places to preform spells or rituals

Being a witch and practicing witchcraft can be so great but where are the best places to preform spells and rituals?

• graveyards - where you can honour the dead and the ancestors

• a forest - some quiet time out in nature can enhance spells and your connection to the earth

• the bathtub - this can be the most relaxing state of mind when you are alone with the door locked. Light some candles and get casting just be sure to be safe around the water!

• outside in the moonlight - this is a place where your magick will get a lot of power! Especially moon spells

• in your room or sacred place in your home - this may seem “boring” but it can be one of the most powerful places considering you are near home and all your tools, it makes lots of people feel calm and at ease

Happy enchanting 🌙✨

A "Sending Love" Spell

hello, my loves! the purpose of this spell is to send your most positive energy and vibrations to the ones that you love whom you feel need it most (this can include yourself). here are the steps:

Supplies:

• a dish/cauldron/anything to mix spices in + a spoon

• nutmeg (or cinnamon), rosemary, lavender (you may also use lavender oil instead), salt, and several rose hips (or petals)

• a small quartz crystal

• paper/scissors/ + a pen

• a small bottle, jar, bag, or holder that you can close or seal

• optional: a pink, white, or red candle; lipstick

Note: Before creating my charm bottle, I put on some relaxing, atmospheric background music. For suggestions, feel free to ask me! And if you have a candle, light it beforehand.

Steps:

1). Begin by mixing your spices together in your dish! Add them in any order you please, a small spoonful of each: rosemary for love, lavender for peace, nutmeg (or cinnamon) for good luck and strong visualization, and salt for additional strength and protection. As you add each spoonful, begin to focus on what each spice represents, and how it will help the people you wish to send positivity to.

2). Now is the time to begin writing out your intentions for each individual you are hoping to help. On a piece of paper, in small lettering, write a brief note for each person. Ex: “Safe travels for ___,” “Positive mentality and moving forward for ___,” “A healthy recovery for ___.” You can write messages for as many people as you wish. When you are done, cut out each small piece of paper and fold them small enough to fit in your bottle/jar/holder. If you wish, anoint them with a little something - I sealed all of my notes with a kiss, marked in red lipstick!

3). This is where the rose hips/rose petals come into play. Add a hip or petal to your spice mixture to represent each person that you wrote a note for.

4). Mix your spices together. Close your eyes. Picture your good intentions flowing gently down your arm, your hand, flowing into the spoon, and then off of the spoon, filling your mixture with love and protection.

5). Add your spice mixture to your holder, minus the hips/petals.

6). After adding the spices, drop your notes and hips/petals in, one at a time. Go in the order (note, hip/petal; note, hip/petal; note, hip/petal…) The goal is to visualize that specific person as happy, glowing, and healthy as you drop their notes and rose hips/petals in, one at a time. Really take the time to build up a radiant energy while you close your eyes and envision them as cheerful. While in this positive, visual state, add your quartz crystal to the holder.

7). That’s it! Seal your holder, and place it in an altar, on the windowsill, or next to your bed. Shake it every so often to charge its contents with your ethereal, healing energy! 🥀💖✨💌💋

Lord, I need a job: Jar spell

I made this spell jar for my boyfriend, right now he is having a hard time finding a job and I wanted to help him is some way.

Moon cycle: New/Full

Day: Thursday

List of items:

Orange: Luck

Cinnamon: Success

Ginger: Power

Pecan: Employment

Bay Leaf: Wish

Green Wax/Ribbon

White Wax/Ribbon

St. Cajetan medal

Jar

Cleans and charge all of your items before the spell and write down what time the new or full moon comes out. Draw the Chi Rho light the candles and chant:

Oh Lord my God, I offer you these items in your name. May they help you in your work to make this spell come to pass.

In your name I pray, Amen.

Say each ingredient out loud and what it’s for in the spell, once you place everything in the jar seal it with the white and green wax the lip of jar. When the wax has harden tie the ribbons around the jar with with medal of St. Cajetan. Then offer the complete spell jar again to God and chant:

Oh God and St. Cajetan, You know my desire for a job, for work I enjoy doing, for the next step in my career to present itself. I pray that you would guide me as I continue on this job hunting journey. May I focus first on your will for my life, putting your desires and your plan above my own wishes and wants. Please open doors to new opportunities that you desire for me, equip me with the skills, knowledge, and wisdom to take steps forward in this process. As I craft my resume, write cover letters, submit my applications, connect with potential employers, and go on interviews. Give me the words to speak and the courage to share who I am and what I can do. Give me confidence that can only come from you, and give me humility too. I trust you, Lord the with your help and Cajetan – my life is in your hands. Let your will be done, thank you for being near to me every step of the way and thank you for always providing for my every need. May this all be for your glory.

Amen

Sealed it with a kiss and leave it in the moon light. Have fun and good luck with the job huntting!

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Planning for the Taurus full moon (10/28) I know that I want to do a financial stability ritual and house protections. But I haven’t reallyyyyyy planned.. I’m very excited to though!

I will post updates, also still have tarot pulls I want to post. ✨

NEW M00N PRACTICE 🌑

write down all of your intentions.

write down all of your dreams.

write down all of your goals.

write down all of your wishes.

read your desires out loud. visualize how it would feel to have everything you’re wishing for.

give thanks to the universe & your deity for hearing your wishes.

read this list as often as you would like until the full moon.

on the full moon, burn the paper releasing all of the energy into the fire.

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