Your Daily Influences
October 10th, 2015

 

Eight of Swords Reversed
Fresh starts are possible.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingwaz
Ingwaz signifies completion, success and fertility. Your present ambitions are about to be met. You are fecund in both mind and body.

 

 

 

The Amulet Box
There are papers in your near future. This aspect is affect by legal papers of some kind–a contract, a deed or a license of some kind. These papers will bring improvement to your life.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Your Daily Influences represent events and challenges the current day will present for you. They may represent opportunities you should be ready to seize. Or they may forewarn you of problems you may be able to avoid or lessen. Generally it is best to use them as tips to help you manage your day and nothing more.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Get A Jump On Tomorrow,

Your Horoscopes for Sunday, October 11th

 

Aries

Attracting suitable – truly suitable – work is especially easy for you these days and this will continue for many months ahead, dear Aries, as your motivation to do something truly meaningful is very strong. You’re also coming across in a more powerful, prestigious, or simply trustworthy manner these days. You could be doing more specialized work, or could find that you’re in especially big demand. As well, getting your daily schedules, routines, and health programs into shape is a focus, and can contribute to your growth, professionally and personally. Today, the Sun’s annual opposition to Uranus occurs and highlights your needs for both partnership and independence. You may need to find the right balance, which is not easy. Innovate rather than react. The Moon is Balsamic today, with a New Moon occurring tomorrow, and it’s better to reflect than jump into something new just yet.

Taurus

A trend that will stay with you until June is revving up now, dear Taurus, and it’s a strong one for creative discovery. Strong energy is with you for expanding your personal horizons through creative endeavors, and possibly romantic relationships for some. You are commanding more attention in a positive way, and you are approaching your life with more confidence and self-assurance. This is only set to build and expand in the coming months. Opportunities to travel, learn, teach, and connect are likely to emerge. Today, a yearly Sun-Uranus face off occurs, and this tends to affect your work and your mental or physical health. You could be feeling as if you are at the mercy of others’ schedules, or their unreliability and desire to bring change. There could be something from your past that re-emerges, and some personal truth coming to light. You may very well discover what you’ve been missing in your life, and this sets you on a path to finding it.

Gemini

Opportunities for expanding your family experiences are emerging, dear Gemini. In the months ahead, you are likely to be increasing contact, strengthening ties with family or close loved ones, and making peace with the past. While there can be some intense emotions in the process, improvement and growth is the end result, and ultimately very satisfying. Long-term financial planning can be successful, or pooling your resources or talents with someone may lead to improvements. Business and home matters can expand or improve, and you’re likely to find more support or backing for what you’re doing. Today, the Sun and Uranus oppose one another, as they do each year, shaking up the usual routine and especially in your social or romantic life. This will get you thinking and possibly moving towards positive change, even if at first there can be a little chaos.

Cancer

There are wonderful opportunities emerging for friends and personal influence, dear Cancer. This trend continues until June, and helps you to feel more empowered through and in your relationships. News, communications, and information can open, bringing on a new perspective and connecting you to others in new ways. Your views toward love and commitment can transform. This is a strong period for learning, sharing, and relating. Today, the Sun and Uranus form an opposition, highlighting the need to make changes in your personal and professional life. Plans and schedules may change, but are also likely to lead to important discoveries. You may need to deal with unreliability in others, or possibly even called out for your own unpredictability. Stay open and flexible, and try to take changes of plans in stride. A New Moon will occur tomorrow, opening doors in your personal life for improved relationships with family.

Leo

Money matters take on more meaning to you recently, dear Leo, as they are not only about security to you. You may be especially motivated to make more, and this attitude can bring greater wealth into your life. This is a strong time for improving work and health-related methods as well, particularly until June. You’re likely to enjoy some strong rewards for improvements you make. Opportunities to heal the body and mind can emerge. Natural talents may be used more fully in the work you do. Today, relations with a lover, special friend, or partner can be challenging or provoke change. A person in your life may be introducing an element of surprise today, or you could come to sudden awareness of a new perspective on a project. Avoid overextending yourself. If plans change suddenly, try to remain as flexible and open-minded as possible, as changes can lead to improvements or discoveries that you might not have made otherwise.

Virgo

Today, Jupiter in your sign officially forms a harmonious angle to Pluto, dear Virgo, although the energies of this aspect have already been in effect for a few weeks, and will continue to influence you through until June 2016. This is a strong period for personal opportunities and support. Ways to express yourself in new ways can emerge. You are more confident and focused, and possibly more concerned about power and persuasion as well. Use this energy to better yourself. While this period is more about you and your personality, romantic expression might also reach new heights. Today, there can be some tension likely related to finances. While this can motivate you to work harder, watch for burning out on it. Watch for impulsiveness with money and combativeness in relationships. If you don’t truly know what’s bothering you, you may end up instigating or provoking, so aim for self-understanding.

Libra

You’re at the start of an important trend that lasts until June 2016, dear Libra, benefiting finances, family and home matters, strategy, improvement, and personal development. You are becoming very comfortable with yourself on the inside, which of course can lead to improvements across the board. There can be more support from family or for family and home affairs. You could also be experiencing more emotional bravery, finding it easier to face your feelings and your past, and this can be empowering. Communications can open up. Today, the Sun and Uranus face off, and you could find that others are either unreliable or defiant. Even if it can be frustrating, a new perspective can emerge if you peel back the layers. They may be doing so in annoying ways, but people and especially partners are showing you important things about yourself and personal goals, so pay attention and open your mind to possibilities today.

Scorpio

You may have been experiencing a stronger need for more meaning and purpose, or personal influence, with friends, networks, or groups, dear Scorpio, and this trend is with you for many more months. This is a wonderful time for making those connections, communicating, building ideas, and sharing. You are also developing a stronger belief in your future and what you have to offer others. You might happily take the lead or become the expert that others turn to. Today, with the annual Sun-Uranus opposition, if you’ve been scattered recently, you’re likely to really feel it now. It can be difficult to find peace or even your emotional center today, but changes now can push you into a positive direction. Distractions can come from within and from without, but the best way to approach the day is to aim to be flexible and open to possibilities.

Sagittarius

This is a time of increased ambition, dear Sagittarius, whether it’s for the influence, prestige, or simply the satisfaction of a job well done. This is a strong period in your life for employing your natural talents and moving ahead as a result. You are coming across well and attracting respect. Whether it’s about work or an important goal, you’re more focused on achieving. Some of you could be transforming and growing relationships with parents or bosses now. This is generally a good period for money, as you are more resourceful. Today, an annual opposition between the Sun and Uranus tends to shake up the status quo, and for you, this can relate to your social or romantic life. People in your life may be rebellious, defiant, or unreliable, but changes in plans now can in fact open up possibilities you might not have known existed, so keep an open heart, mind, and schedule today! Epiphanies can occur about a relationship or creative direction.

Capricorn

Pluto in your sign forms a harmonious aspect with expansive, lucky Jupiter today, dear Capricorn, and this revs up a trend that’s with you until June that encourages belief in yourself, your beliefs, and your future. This can be an especially optimistic and ambitious period for you. You can find more meaning in your life these days, and this gets you going and motivated. Pay close attention to the conversations you are having now, especially about the future. You may be reaching more people, building a following, teaching or guiding others, and sharing important ideas. Travel and educational opportunities may be part of the picture for some of you. Today, a yearly opposition between the Sun and Uranus tends to shake up the status quo, and this can relate to your work and home life. This is a time for recognizing the need for some changes in direction or method, however small or large. Finding that sometimes elusive balance between work and play, or professional and personal life, is not always easy but events of the day may motivate you to come close.

Aquarius

Your connections with others, and quite possibly yourself, are deepening and strengthening, dear Aquarius, as Jupiter and Pluto connect in your emotional, soulful houses. Certainly, ambition to get to the bottom of any emotional issues or problems in your life is strong now, and the results of your inner quest for answers can be very empowering. Becoming more comfortable with your desires and inner motivations can help you across the board. This can be a time for resolving long-standing problems and finding more courage to go after what you want and need. This trend lasts until June, giving you plenty of time and energy to put into self-improvement. This is a good period for support and counseling as well. Career matters can improve, whether this has to do with conditions or attitudes towards work and your larger goals. Working more on your own terms can be a theme for some of you now and in the coming months. Today, the Sun and your ruler, Uranus, face off, as they do once a year. You could feel that others are a little more demanding right now, and perhaps a little insensitive. However, changes of plans can lead to new discoveries, perspectives, and insight that truly improve your life, so don’t dig in your heels too much. There can be an epiphany or moment of truth that can be a little disruptive but also relieving.

Pisces

There is wonderful energy with you these days and in the coming months for connecting with friends, a partner, or a special someone, dear Pisces, and coming to a better understanding of one another. Attracting suitable work is also easier and more natural now. It’s a great period for promotion, publicity, and for confidence in the future. Relationships can prosper and grow, and mutually beneficial partnerships may be formed. Today, a yearly Sun-Uranus opposition can mix things up, particularly if you’ve been sticking with traditional methods or toeing the line in some way. Ownership, sharing, power, and money matters can be at the root of challenges or the need to make changes becomes clear. Look for ways to innovate, update, and improve things now for best results.

If You Were Born Today, October 10

You possess the charm, sense of balance, and intelligence of Libra, but you are more confrontational and outgoing than others born under the sign of the Balance. You seek to forge an identity that is unique and distinctive. You have excellent organizational skills and you have the ability to lay down solid, practical plans. You have an unusual and charming voice or manner of speech, and you take special pleasure and delight in surprising, or even shocking, others. With your playful and friendly manner, it might surprise people to know that you are actually quite ambitious. Famous people born today: David Lee Roth, Tanya Tucker, James Clavell, Helen Hayes, Ed Wood, Alexander Rhodes, Aimee Teegarden.

Courtesy of Café Astrology

 

 

 

 

 

 

Your Daily Horoscopes for Saturday, October 10th

 

Aries

There can be some defensiveness to deal with today, dear Aries, and people around you could be a little too wrapped up in their own problems for interactions to be especially growth-oriented. Others may be talking and not listening, or possibly criticizing and nitpicking. Work can involve some restrictions or possible critical reviews, but it’s a great time for seeing important errors or areas that need to be improved before moving forward. People may not be inspiring your confidence or faith, but you might consider putting your faith in the universe that things will straighten out and fall into place.

Taurus

This may not be the warmest of days, dear Taurus, with both the Sun and Venus in challenging aspect with Saturn. However, it’s a good time to get things done. You might be feeling excluded or not very appreciated temporarily. Financial worries may also be an issue now. Recently you may have the desire to splurge, but you tend to be a little more worried about your bottom line. This is helpful, even if it’s not especially fun! Problems won’t be resolved by worry alone. In fact, if you consciously pull yourself away from any stress you may be feeling, a solution may arrive more naturally when you come back around to the problem later. Much can be accomplished today, and focusing on this fact can help you to make a winner out of the day.

Gemini

While generally speaking this is a strong period for family relationships and home affairs, dear Gemini, there can be some tension today with others either vying for your attention or a sense that people are not appreciating your efforts. You may need more time to yourself, but this can be difficult to obtain right now. You are made aware of your responsibilities today, and a partner or good friend may be seen as too serious or critical. You may want to steer clear of sensitive topics of discussion. Continue to keep decision making on a shelf until after this Saturnine hump. Be good to yourself and avoid looking for happiness outside of yourself.

Cancer

There can be a stronger focus on practical matters today, dear Cancer, like it or not! Circumstances may seem to be conspiring to bring your attention to realistic factors and details now. It may not be the best day for getting a message across on a social level, possibly because you may be sensing some negativity around you, or feeling that others are a little distant emotionally. You could also be feeling somewhat burdened with responsibilities. Days like these are in fact good for finding your own way, making yourself happy instead of relying on others or circumstances, and getting things done. Look for ways to improve your daily life and routines, work, and projects.

Leo

Practical concerns are in strong focus today, dear Leo, with Saturn challenging the Sun and Venus and reminding you of your responsibilities or limits. Generally speaking, though, if we avoid trying to rock the boat, we can use Saturn’s energies to our advantage. If there are ways to penny pinch or improve your business, work, or creative projects, you’re likely to see them now. Money worries or concerns can prompt you to spend less or find ways to cut back or deal with redundancies. When it comes to romantic feelings and relationships today, insecurities could arise, and the need to be shown that you’re respected and valued is strong. If you need to nurse your feelings, do so. If you experience a temporary dip in confidence, this is temporary and can lead to important edits and adjustments, and the energy to get things done is building.

Virgo

We can be a little more self-protective or even defensive with one another today, dear Virgo. With the Moon in your sign all day, you’re more inclined to take things personally, but you’re also perfectly capable of bouncing back. Responsibilities, particularly related to family or the home, can weigh you down or seem more overwhelming as you’d much prefer to tend to personal goals. Pulling yourself back or cooling off may do you good right now. If you find yourself questioning what you truly value or even who you truly love, then it may very well be a useful process. Take that extra time for self-understanding. Remind yourself that letting the dust settle before coming to conclusions is best. In fact, the coming days are especially strong for motivation and courage levels.

Libra

You can be in need of more relaxation today with so much activity in your privacy zone, dear Libra, but responsibilities can challenge your ability to unwind. You could be feeling a little off, out of sync, and quite possibly misunderstood now with your ruler, Venus, in hard aspect to Saturn. This is a temporary thing, and can in fact motivate you to make important changes to your life. You may also decide that you need to work on strengthening your body and spirit so that you feel less vulnerable and more able to bounce back from disappointments or criticism. Introspection is very appropriate at this point, and you can really benefit from some emotional space now.

Scorpio

Avoid adding too much to your plate today, dear Scorpio, as this is a day that favors careful attention to your responsibilities. Socially, there may be some awkwardness or missteps, largely due to off timing or misunderstandings, and quite possibly people’s insecurities. You could feel that whatever position you take, it seems blocked or criticized. While this can be frustrating, if you really think about things, you could find some room for improvement. Responsibilities can also get in the way of pursuing social or personal goals now, but special attention to practical affairs can go a long way towards improved well-being. With finances and possibly pleasures or indulgences, you might feel better if you take steps to cut back. It’s in fact a good time for making edits, small changes, and improvements. Fortunately, the days ahead are powerful for motivation and enthusiasm.

Sagittarius

There has been a real push towards realizing your potential recently, dear Sagittarius, and this will continue for some time. While you’re often feeling quite pumped about your goals, today there could be some self-doubt creeping in, or you could experience a sudden awareness of certain limits or restrictions. This is not something that should stop you in your tracks, but rather a temporary feeling that motivates you to handle some of the finer details in order to get them right before moving forward. Feelings can be up and down or hot and cold just for now. This is a time for finding ways to make improvements, and also to bolster your sense of security. Remind yourself that while there are some limits to consider, you can have your feet on the ground and still reach for the stars.

Capricorn

This is a day for pulling back a little in order to reassess goals, dear Capricorn, with your ruler, Saturn, strong and challenging the Sun and Venus. Find ways to relax and to take some emotional space if you feel the need for it. You might find that people around you are a little self-absorbed and not so interested in showing their appreciation for all that you do. It’s important to look within for motivation and inspiration, as you’re in charge of your own happiness, and fully equipped to self-amuse! Those projects and relationships that truly matter in the long run may require a bit of work right now, but are worth the effort. Unfinished business needs attention, and this will help free you up for some exciting, motivating days ahead.

Aquarius

Sometimes a bit of emotional space can help you to see things more clearly, dear Aquarius, and with Saturn in difficult aspect with the Sun and Venus today, this can be one of those times. You could be craving closeness, but others are not on the same page, or you are not totally sure of your needs and mixed signals are the result. You may in fact learn a lot about what you do need, want, or desire through opposition or from spending time to yourself. Take a step back and observe. Plans may in fact need some refinement. Rethink goals and needs today for best results, and tend to responsibilities that need your attention.

Pisces

People may not be as receptive as you’d hope today, dear Pisces, and while this is a good time for relationships in general, the day’s energies favor independent work. There could be some criticism to deal with, or a disappointment with someone in a position of authority could occur now. While it’s appropriate to rethink things to some degree today, over-analyzing emotions and especially what others might be feeling can only lead to unnecessary stress. If others are blocking or opposing you, you may very well come to a better understanding of your own values, needs, and wants.

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The Balance of the Signs & the Elements for October 10th

 

VIRGO STRONG
Meticulous, discriminating, pure, practical, health conscious, hard working. Can be hyper-critical, petty and perfectionistic.
LIBRA STRONG
Even-handed, harmonious, artistic, diplomatic, balancing, strong sense of fairness. Can be over- compromising, appeasing, judgmental.

BALANCE OF ELEMENTS

FIRE WEAK
We are not very goal-oriented right now, or motivation to pursue our goals may be waning/lacking. Changes feel overwhelming. Enthusiasm may be low, we argue less, and we think more than we take action.
EARTH STRONG
We are especially in touch with the physical world. We consider what we’ve learned and experienced in the past in order to make the most of the present. We can be cautious, practical, and possibly unimaginative. We are deliberate and can pace ourselves well. We need hands-on experience and are not impressed with theory as much as we are with results. Routines are tolerable and comforting.
WATER WEAK
There may be some insensitivity or lack of empathy now. We may be out of touch with what we’re feeling or with our emotional needs. We may be tougher than usual now, and more inclined to follow mental or practical considerations than we are to listen to our intuition.

BALANCE OF MODES

FIXED WEAK
We may be open to change but may not have much follow-through.
MUTABLE STRONG
We are flexible, adaptable, willing, open to change, and possibly flighty or nervous.

Astrology of Today – October 10, 2015

Summary:

•The Moon is in Virgo all day (until Sunday, October 11th, at 4:45 AM).
•The Moon is void all day (since yesterday at 6:12 PM until tomorrow at 4:45 AM).
•The Moon is waning and in its Waning Crescent phase.
•A Last Quarter Moon occurred on the 4th and a New Moon will occur on the 12th.
•Mean Moon’s Node enters Virgo today.

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The Role of Prayer in Paganism

 

Call of the Ancients

Our ancestors prayed to their gods, long ago. Their pleas and offerings are documented in the hieroglyphs that adorn the tombs of Egyptian pharaohs, in the carvings and inscriptions left for us to read by the philosophers and teachers of ancient Greece and Rome. Later on, as Christianity moved in and replaced many of the old Pagan cultures, Irish monks wrote down stories, illuminating their manuscripts with vivid and colorful artwork.

Information about man’s need to connect with the Divine comes to us from China, India, and all over the globe.

Some prayers survive to the present day because they have lived on not in written documentation but in the oral traditions of the area — via folktales, songs, legends, etc. Although we don’t know how much of the existing wording is really “ancient” and how much was added through the ages, the message remains essentially the same.

A prayer is our way of saying to the gods, “I can’t do this alone, and I could sure use some help.”

Offerings and Altars

In many Pagan traditions, both modern and ancient, it is customary to make an offering to a divine being. An offering is simply a gift, and it is given not as a trade-off (“Yo, here’s some pretty sparkly stuff, so now can you please grant my wishes?”) but as a way of showing honor and respect, no matter what the answers to your prayers may ultimately be. In some forms of Wicca, the offering of time and dedication is as important as an offering of tangible items.

Many times offerings are left on an altar or shrine to the gods, and this is common in many faiths. How many times have you driven past a Catholic church and seen flowers or candles left in front of a statue of the Virgin Mary?

So What’s the Point, Really?

Some people may argue that prayer is a waste of time — after all, if the gods are so divine, don’t they already know what we need and want? Why should we have to go to the trouble of asking?
If you’re married, there have probably been times where you’ve gotten frustrated with your spouse, because they didn’t know what you wanted.

You didn’t TELL them what you wanted, because after all, as your spouse who loves you, they should just KNOW, right?

Well, not necessarily. Eventually, you probably talked to your significant other, found out he or she had NO idea you were annoyed at him because he didn’t want to go with you to that romantic comedy you’ve been looking forward to for months. Then you forgave him because once the lines of communication were opened up, it turned out that your honey doesn’t hate Drew Barrymore after all, he just wanted to go see something with guns and explosions instead.

The gods are the same way (no, they don’t hate Drew Barrymore either). They don’t always know what we want — and sometimes, what they think we want and what WE think we want are two completely different things.

That’s why it’s up to you to make it known. If you want divine intervention, you should ask. If you don’t, the answer will ALWAYS be “no”.

Prayers vs. Spells

A prayer is a request. It’s where you go directly to the Universe, the Goddess, Allah, Yahweh, Herne, Apollo, or whoever you may be hoping will help out, and you ask them point blank, “Please help me with _______________.”

A spell, on the other hand, is a command. It’s the redirection of energy, causing a change, to conform with your will. While you may ask a god or goddess for a little extra mojo in your spellwork, it’s not always necessary. In a spell, the power comes from within the caster. In a prayer, the power comes from the gods.

Who Should I Pray To, Anyway?

You can pray to anyone you like. You can pray to a god, a goddess, or the Grand High Poobah of the Toaster Oven. Pray to whoever — or whatever — is most likely to take an interest in your dilemma. If you’re working on protection of your home, for example, you may wish to call upon Vesta or Brighid, both guardians of the hearth. If you’re about to enter into a nasty conflict, perhaps Mars, the god of war, would be willing to step in for a bit of fun.

Some people pray simply to spirits — spirits of the earth, of the sky, of the sea, etc.
In addition to praying to gods or spirits, some Pagans and Wiccans pray to their ancestors, and that’s perfectly acceptable too. You may see your ancestors as a specific individual (dear Uncle Bob who died in Vietnam, or your great great great grandpa who settled the frontier, etc.) or you may see them as archetypes. Either way, go with what works best for your tradition.

Putting it All Together

Ultimately, prayer is a very personal thing. You can do it out loud or silently, in a church or backyard or forest or at a kitchen table. Pray when you need to, and say what you wish to say. Chances are good that someone is listening.

 

 

By Patti Wigington,Paganism/Wicca Expert
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Saturday Is Ruled By Saturn

 

This day of the week got it’s name from the god of karma and time, Saturn. This day is obviously associated with the planet Saturn and is our last day of the week. Traditionally Saturdays are great days for protection, banishing a negative situation, and generally a good time to clean up any magical messes that you have been ignoring. Some suggestions for Saturday enchantments would include:

◦Wearing the colors of the day, black and deep purple. Here’s your perfect excuse to be dramatic and witchy. Empower these dramatic pieces of your wardrobe for protection and strength.

◦Burning black candles to absorb negativity and burning purple ones to increase your magical wisdom and boost your spirituality

◦Adding a touch of garden witchery to your Saturday spells by working with the pansy (in black or purple of course), the morning glory flowering vine, or the cypress tree.

◦Carrying an obsidian, hematite, or jet tumbled stone in your pocket to reinforce your personal protection and to ward off bad vibes and sour feelings. You can also add these crystals to a candle spell on a Saturday night to really increase the punch of your spellcasting.

◦Cleaning your house and cleansing it while you are at it. Tap into those obstacle-removing vibes and the positive, concluding energies.

◦Closing up the final day of the bewitching week with a bang by calling on Hecate for protection and guidance.

The Witches Correspondences for Saturday, October 10th

 

Magickal Intentions: Spirit Communications, Meditation, Psychic Attack or Defense, Locating Lost Things and Missing Persons, Building, Life, Doctrine, Protection, Knowledge, Authority, Limitations, Boundaries, Time and Death

Incense: Black Poppy Seed and Myrrh

Planet: Saturn

Sign: Capricorn and Aquarius

Angel: Cassel

Colors: Black, Grey and Indigo

Herbs/Plants: Myrrh, Moss, Hemlock, Wolfsbane, Coltsfoot, Nightshade and Fir

Stones: Jet, Smokey Quartz, Amethyst, Black Onyx, Snowflake Obsidian, Lava, Pumice

Oil: (Saturn) Cypress, Mimosa, Myrrh, Patchouli

Saturn lends its energies to the last day of the week. Because Saturn is the planet of karma, this day is an excellent time for spellwork involving reincarnation, karmic lessons, the Mysteries, wisdom, and long-term projects. It is also a good time to being efforts that deal with the elderly, death, or the eradication of pests and disease.

The Witches Almanac for Saturday, October 10th

Saturday (Saturn): Longevity, exorcism, endings, homes and houses.

Health Day (Japanese)

 

Waning Moon

The Waning Moon is a time for study, meditation, and little magickal work (except magick designed to banish harmful energies).

Moon phase: Fourth Quarter

Moon Sign: Virgo

Virgo: Favors accomplishment of details and commands from higher up. Focuses on health, hygiene, and daily schedules.

Incense: Ivy

Color: Black

 

Saturday Must Dos

 

Feel the need for a psychic cleansing in the house? Light up some patchouli- or myrrh-scented incense, and wave the smoke around your house or apartment. It will help to break up any lingering negativity or bad feelings. Crumble up a few dried mullein leaves and create a circle around your home, or scatter it across the thresholds, to keep prowlers away.

Burn a few black candles to repel manipulative intentions or unwanted advances. Add a few protective herbs to your dinner such as thyme or basil. Try growing a blooming cyclamen plant in your kitchen to ward the family and to encourage Hecate’s blessings. Grow deep purple and black pansies in window boxes to encourage the planetary vibrations of Saturn. Let ivy grow up the walls of your home for even more bewitching security.

Saturdays are the particular day of the week for protection and for dealing with more serious magickal matters. Go back over the at-a-glance list and see what components you can add to your spells for today for a little more oomph.

Meditate on Hecate to learn her lessons and include some dark goddess wisdom into your Craft. As a Witch, you already know that you have power-the power to effect real change in your life. Working with Hecate can teach you how and when to best use this power for the greater good.

If you want to expand your magickal skills, then start learning how to incorporate all of this information on the days of witchery in a whole new way. This includes the knowledge you already have and the new day-by-day correspondences and witchcraft that were presented in this Book of Shadows. Put your own unique spin on things. Decide what your enchanting specialties are, then apply them to your Craft each and every day with wisdom and style.

Book of Witchery
Spells, Charms & Correspondences for Every Day of the Week
Ellen Dugan