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A Ritual For Creating Healing Magick

A Ritual For Creating Healing Magick

 

Each evening or morning – or whenever you have time – light your healing candle and hold one of your special crystals and your crystal sphere or pendulum and focus on of the names in your book sending the candlelight reflected though the crystal to wherever it is needed. The traditional healing hour is ten o’ clock at night, but what is more important is that the time is one where you can be quiet and are not pressurised by other demands. Begin by holding a healing crystal and focusing the energies through the candle flame; you can then extend this ritual for specific healing purposes.

 

You will need a photograph, newspaper cutting or symbol of the person, animal or place to which you are sending healing energies.

 

Take a dish of sacred water and place it near the candle.

 

Hold the symbol of the person to be healed between your hands and speak a few words of love and reassurance as though they were with you. If you have already created for the sick person a herb poppet or sachet, hold that between your hands and repeat the original herb empowerment or sit in silence recreating the ritual in your mind. You can add words of healing as above. If the object of the healing is a place, such as a lake or woodland under threat, imagine that you are in that place.

 

Circle your crystal pendulum or a pointed healing crystal over the symbol (or sachet or poppet) nine imes widdershins, saying as a mantra:

 

Go, pain and sorrow, change to star or sunbeam, transformed in joy and in tranquility.

 

Plunge the pendulum into the water and hold it to the light so the drops of water fall off and scatter as rainbow light beams all around the symbol. You can also create the light beams by angling your candle or hanging rainbow crystals in your window. It is not cheating, but directing natural forces for a purpose and infusing physical light beams with spiritual energies. Mirrors are another good way of reflecting light beams.

 

Now circle the pendulum nine times deosil over the symbol, saying:

 

Sunbeam, star beam, rays of light, replace, restore, renew, rejoice.

 

Blow out the candle, sending the light to the sick or sorrowing person, saying:

 

Go, light of healing, radiance of love and friendship, to where you are needed most this night, with -[name the person, animal or location].

 

May blessings fall, darkness and doubts recede into nothingness. So may it be in the name of all that is good and loving and pure [or ‘in the name of the Goddess’, if you prefer].

 

If you are feeling ill, worried or afraid you can go to your healing place and light the candle, holding your favourite crystal and expressing softly your needs and fears. However, the more healing you carry out for others, the more harmony will fall on you under the Threefold Law.

 

If you are working with friends or in a group, after showering it with light beams, pass the symbol round to each person, adding individual blessings. Give each person a small, white candle to set before them so that they can personally send light and blessings.

 

The words can be spoken as a joint mantra or chant.

 

Empowerment of the Protection Statue

Empowerment of the Protection Statue

If you are in possession of a gargoyle or statue that you feel would instill fear into the hearts of those with malicious intent, you can empower it to protect your house and family.

In addition to the statue, you will need holy or spring water, salt, and a candle flame.

Set the protection statue in a place facing your door or window, wherever you need it to turn away negative forces.

Wet your fingers with the water several times while wiping the statue and saying:

By the power of water I cleanse you.

Put the water down and take up the salt. Sprinkle some salt around and on top of the statue while saying:

By the power of earth I sanctify you.

Put down the salt and take up the candle. Circle the statue with the candle while saying:

By the power of fire I empower you.

Put down the candle and take up the incense. Circle the statue with it, encircling the creation with its smoke. Say:

And by the power of air I enliven you.

If your statue is part candle holder, light the candle within it now.

Hold your palms out toward the statue, perhaps one hand on either side of it. Close your eyes and repeat the following:

Earth, air, fire, water

Elements protect your daughter.

 
Or

Earth water, air, and sun

 

Elements protect your son.

 

 

Concentrate on sending energy of good and protective forces into the statue until your hands are tingling. Stop when you feel that enough energy has been put into your new protector.

 

Levitation Spell

Levitation Spell

 

The following is a modern Witch’s flying ointment recipe. It is safer to use and much easier to concoct:

1/4 cup lard

1/2 tsp. clove oil

1 tsp. chimney soot

1/4 tsp. dried cinquefoil

1/4 tsp dried mug wort

1/4 tsp. dried thistle

1/4 dried Vervain

1/2 tsp. benzoin tincture

Using a mortar and pestle, crush the dried herbs until almost powdered. In a small cauldron or saucepan, heat the lard over a low flame until it is melted completely. Add the herbs, the clove oil and chimney soot to the lard base and mix well.

Add the benzoin as a natural preservative, stir together clockwise and then simmer for ten to fifteen minutes.

Strain it through cheesecloth into a small heat resistant container and then allow it to cool. Store it in your refrigerator or in a cool dark place until it is ready to be used.

On a night of the Full Moon, anoint your temples and Third Eye with a small amount of the flying ointment prior to astral projection or dream magick.

 

How-To Become Calm and Centered

How-To Become Calm and Centered

 

Make your magic more effective by building emotional and psychic intensity and focusing clearly on your goal. Here’s how:

Equipment:

A very smooth, rounded stone, smaller than your fist: and some soothing taped music.

The Spell:

(Beginners’ Note: It is recommended that you perform this spell in the context of a fully cast circle and Quarters. Take this spell seriously, and it will open the door into the effectiveness of your future studies.)

Sit while holding the stone and listening to the music in a quiet room at home, or in the outdoors if the weather is nice. Breathe deeply and rhythmically. Begin inhaling through your mouth, then exhaling through your nostrils with a long, steady humming note. With each exhalation, make the note smoother and draw it out longer. Breathe your tension and anxiety into the stone. When you feel calm and centered, put the stone on the ground, open the circle and walk away. The stone will dissipate the tension into the Earth to be transmuted; if you wish, you can retrieve the stone in a day or two for later use.

 

 

The Mystical Pentagram Technique for Self-Awareness

The Mystical Pentagram Technique for Self-Awareness

The Mystical Pentagram is a technique which will enhance psychic self-awareness. Practiced on a daily basis it will produce surprising individual results.

To begin, you will need a table of correspondences such as “777” by Aleister Crowley. Look up the names of the gods and goddesses and pick a name for each element(air, fire, water, earth, spirit) which when chanted ‘feels’ right for you.(if you feel relaxed, comfortable and generally positive you would know that a name would be in tune with my inner self.)

Once you have found the five names you are ready to proceed.

Visualize the five psychic centers. Memorize their positions so that you become familiar with the positions. Visualize a brilliant white light forming a circle above your head in the spirit center. Mentally draw a white light pentagram within the circle of light. This should be an invoking pentagram.

Next see a shaft of white light radiate down through your head stopping at your throat. See a circle of white light begin to form and pulsate. Mentally draw an invoking pentagram within the circle of light and vocally vibrate your chosen name for the air center. Continue to stimulate this center for at least five minutes.

Repeat this procedure for your torso(fire), stomach area(water), feet(earth).

When all of the energy centers have been stimulated, direct the light energy from the spirit center to the earth center. As you exhale see the light travel from the top of your head down through your body to the bottom of your feet. As you inhale see the energy travel from your feet up through your body up to the top of your head, the spirit center. This circulation should be persisted for at least seven minutes. See the energy cleanse and vitalize every part of your being and expand your awareness to cosmic consciousness.

Continue to repeat this technique each day you will begin to see and feel a change in your psychic awareness and a marked improvement in your health. Don’t become discouraged if you don’t achieve results immediately. This technique produces very positive effects but they are cumulative in nature.

 

 

 

Lesser Ritual of The Pentagram

Lesser Ritual of The Pentagram

 

One of the most basic and useful ceremonial rituals of magick is called the banishing ritual, or lesser ritual of the pentagram. The banishing ritual is helpful in psychic protection and healing because it forms a protective barrier against evil forces. The psychic barrier it creates can be made to permit entry of desired (constructive) forces and the exclusion of negative ones.

The banishing ritual is an essential first step in almost any formal full magick ceremony. The ritual requires that you use a ceremonial knife, and to “draw” the pentagram in the air above your head.Also, you will be chanting (‘vibrating’) Eh-Ei-He.

Holding your magical weapon extend your arm out straight in front of you. In this ritual you will use the full sweep of your arm to draw the pentagram in the air. Follow the description below by beginning at the lower left and sweeping your magical weapon up toward the right, etc. as shown. Do not bend your arm at the wrist or elbow. While you do this, visualize the lines and eventually the star as vibrant white, floating in the space before you. You are projecting energy to do this, and the result will be a gleaming 5-pointed star floating in the air. Visualize this as vividly as you can. Now you will energize it further by piercing the center of it with your magical weapon and vibrating “Eh-Ei-He”.

One of the primary uses of this ritual is to ward off psychic attack — that is, when another is attempting to harm you, cause sickness, accidents, bad dreams or to force you to do something against your will.

 

 

 

Basic Parts of a Ritual

Basic Parts of a Ritual

 

Usually we think of ritual as bearing on active magick, although certainly, it can also affect passive magick. Most often the change achieved is subjective (it may be subtle) and in the physical world. Outsiders may put them down to coincidence, but the effects are very real. Magical goals for a ritual should not be taken lightly.

The successful practice of magick depends upon strong belief. The simplest ritual of them all must be belief itself. If you can believe in your desired results strongly enough, that act is a magical ritual which will achieve your results.

Often rituals are more formal than the above, but any full magick ritual must always reduce to these stages:

1) visualization;

2) prayer;

3) ritual.

Sometimes a ritual must be repeated every day for a while to achieve difficult results or to overcome weak belief.

 

Rituals

Rituals

The primary function of ritual is to worship—to celebrate and to connect with the divine. Don’t try do perform a ritual unless you’re working a precise spell. You see…the gods aren’t going to care whether your altar cloth is an old sheet or an intricately embroidered cloth, as long as it’s clean and you have the right the energy. (It’s wonderful to have coordinated altar supplies and make everything “just so,” but if you have to substitute in order to make things right then do so.)

It’s also important to use your common sense in the spiritual realm. Don’t start invoking fire and water goddesses in the same breath or the same ritual. Don’t joke around with ritual objects—they are sacred, even if the ritual is lighthearted.

When invoking deities you should know something about them. When you raise magickal energy, have a focus for it—if you let it drift, you’re going to get yourself into trouble, because magickal energy seeks out that which needs to be done, voids that need to be filled.

Before you start, always plan your actions. Extrapolate on what “could” happen and adjust that which needs adjusting. Sometimes bad things could happen and it’s better to be prepared. Your goal is to enjoy your rituals, to have fun celebrating the holidays, to show respect and reverences.

 

 

A Little Humor for Your Day – ‘Playing Doctor’

Playing Doctor

Morris complained to his friend Irving, that love making with his wife was becoming routine and boring.

“Get creative Morris. Break up the monotony. Why don’t you try ‘playing doctor’ for an hour? That’s what I do,” said Irving.

“Sounds great,” Morris replied, “but how do you make it last for an hour?”

“Just keep her in the waiting room for 55 minutes!”

Daily Feng Shui News for May 9th – ‘The Stunning Emerald’

The birthstone most associated with the month of May is the stunning emerald. The ancients linked this stone to Venus, the goddess of love and beauty, and it has long been believed that wearing one will protect lovers from unfaithfulness. Legend also says that wearing an emerald will improve your memory and intelligence, enabling you to clearly assess your past, your present and your sparkling future. It’s additionally said that wearing this stone will stabilize, soothe and bring good fortune. Now that’s some truly precious gem!

By Ellen Whitehurst for Astrology.com

Your Animal Spirit for Friday, May 9th is The Lizard

Your Animal Spirit for Today
May 9, 2014 

Lizard

Are you dreaming a dream that’s big enough? If Lizard has appeared before you today, the gauntlet has been thrown down, the challenge made. Stop hiding your light beneath a rock—be willing to be bigger than life, to dream bigger than your imagination, to throw caution to the wind, and aim for the target you’ve spent a lifetime avoiding.

Your Charm for Friday, May 9th is The Crescent and Hand

Your Charm for Today

The Crescent and Hand

Today’s Meaning:
Guests and visitors will come calling. Their visit brings happiness and joy. This aspect will reflect these emotions for weeks after the visit.

General Description:
Crescents were worn by the ancients to safeguard them against witchcraft and danger. From the very early Eastern symbole, horseshoes came to be regarded by the Greeks and Romans as charms against sickness and the plague. In the middle ages horseshoes were used as amulets for witchcraft and even today are looked upon as lucky. When the representation of the hand of strength was worn with the crescent it signified hospitatlity and generosity. Hands of Might are painted on houses in Italy, Syria, Turkey and in the East to protect the buildings from misfortune and the inmates from death. The blue beads were worn to avert the evil eyes.

Your Ancient Symbol Card for May 9th is The Key

Your Ancient Symbol Card for Today

 The Key

The Key indicates the existence of a powerful tool capable of favorably influencing your future. The Key may be an idea, physical entity, an action, a mentor, or the combination of a number of things. While readily available to you The Key may not be all that obvious. You might have to search for it, and it may take a fair dose of courage and faith to actually use it.

As a daily card, The Key indicates the presence of an idea or entity that can positively effect your life at this time. The advantage The Key will give you may concern a single element of your life such as your career, or it may have an impact on your life as a whole. The trick for you is to identify your Key and have the courage to use it

 

Your Weekend Love Horoscopes For May 9 – 11

Weekend Love Horoscope

May 9-11: Star-Crossed Lovers

Maria DeSimoneMaria DeSimone on the topics of love, horoscopes, astrology

Friday evening’s discriminating Virgo Moon may put a damper on romance since you’ll focus more on the flaws circling around your relationship rather than the redeeming qualities. Unfortunately, when the Moon moves into partnership-oriented Libra by Saturday afternoon instead of getting better, it may actually get worse.

A harsh opposition between the Sun and Saturn will leave you feeling as if responsibilities take precedence over fun and may also have you dwelling on the not so pleasant attributes of your mate. Then, on Sunday love planet Venus will oppose Mars, still traveling retrograde in Libra. This set up, combined with the Libra Moon, will be frustrating! You want to pursue something exciting and new romantically but your lover isn’t playing the same game as you … or if he or she is the rules they’re playing by are completely different. You’ll both want a relationship and love but may go about it in totally different ways. The result? You’ll only be star-crossed lovers this weekend.

 

Get A Jump On Tomorrow, Your Horoscopes for May 9th

We may feel as if reality is coming between us and our goals today. Circumstances restrain us as our best efforts run into walls. Thankfully, we can learn a much-needed lesson when the steady Taurus Sun is dimmed by stern Saturn in unrelenting Scorpio. We’re wise to exercise self-control instead of unconsciously forging ahead. Thankfully, the Moon shifts into diplomatic Libra at 1:18 pm EDT, enabling us to find a middle path between the extremes.

Aries Horoscope

(Mar 21 – Apr 19)

There is little margin for error now; you must behave responsibly rather than ignoring your commitments while taskmaster Saturn opposes the willful Sun. Unfortunately, there aren’t sufficient hours in the day to do everything you want and still meet your obligations. Although you hope to have as much fun as possible today, it’s less painful to acknowledge your limitations sooner than later. Attending to your business right away keeps things from unraveling later on.

Taurus Horoscope

(Apr 20 – May 20)

You might not want to show all your cards today and luckily others won’t even notice if you hold some in reserve. Just the same, it’s wiser to face your fears and play your hand, or you could miss out on a big payoff. Instead of clinging to the status quo, it’s more advantageous now to be flexible. Paradoxically, your willingness to negotiate and compromise reveals more inner resolve than digging in your heels just to prove your point. When opportunity knocks, don’t hesitate to open the door.

Gemini Horoscope

(May 21 – Jun 20)

It seems like you’re running around in circles without getting much done now, yet you’re ready to break out of an unproductive pattern. Although this new attitude doesn’t mean that you will change your ways permanently, you are less inclined to sneak off and play today until you have finished all your chores. Thankfully, being disciplined enough to fulfill your previous commitments enables you to truly enjoy yourself later with a clear conscience.

Cancer Horoscope

(Jun 21 – Jul 22)

A domestic issue demands your attention today, even if you wish you were doing something else. Unfortunately, any attempts to sidestep a serious situation only make the problem worse. Don’t be afraid to let others know your position on a delicate matter. You might have to play the role of a heavy hitter and take a stand on what you believe is true. Although there is room to negotiate, everyone must know the score first. Don’t retreat until you’re sure that your message is heard. People often look to you for nurturing support, but your voice of reason is what they really need now.

Leo Horoscope

(Jul 23 – Aug 22)

You have a few big ideas about what you want to do now, but first you must handle a tricky situation in your immediate environment. Don’t waste energy fretting about the current restrictive conditions. It’s more important to keep your promises than to run off in pursuit of a good time. Save your dreams for another day. There will be plenty of opportunities to play later on, but only if you do the responsible thing today.

Virgo Horoscope

(Aug 23 – Sep 22)

You have to pay the piper today, especially if you waited until it’s too late to follow through on your intentions. Thankfully, you can work wonders and make up for lost time if you put your mind to it. On the other hand, this might be a day of fruition as recent hard work finally shows signs of paying off. Either way, you still must complete unfinished business before you move on. Begin early in the day and, hopefully, you will find a quiet satisfaction in living up to your word.

Libra Horoscope

(Sep 23 – Oct 22)

You may wonder why other people can take the day off while your responsibilities seem to be piling up to a tipping point. However, nothing is to be gained by comparing your plight to anyone else’s. Your determination and discipline are being tested and you have an opportunity to demonstrate your dedication by working extra hard now, even under intense pressure. More importantly, you can prove that you’re tough enough to handle whatever challenges come your way. This is your chance to recognize your strength and to banish any lingering self-doubt once and for all.

Scorpio Horoscope

(Oct 23 – Nov 21)

You know exactly where you want to go today, but there’s no obvious way to get there. There are obstacles blocking your path, but, thankfully, they aren’t permanent. It’s just that your ideas are being challenged and they must stand up to the current resistance. Forget about the big picture for a while and focus on taking one tiny step at a time until your progress becomes readily apparent. Once you make it through this eye of the needle you should be able to build enough momentum to carry you to your destination.

Sagittarius Horoscope

(Nov 22 – Dec 21)

It seems as if your friends are being hypercritical of you today, and you might think their judgments are unfair. Perhaps they’re expecting too much from you and you feel that they are keeping you from your pursuit of happiness. However, they are only protecting themselves from getting swept up into your next wild adventure. There’s no reason to wallow in discouragement; you can follow your bliss whether or not anyone joins you on your journey.

Capricorn Horoscope

(Dec 22 – Jan 19)

Others admire your stamina today; your hard work and perseverance enable you to reach your goals in record time. However, your patience is tested now as your key planet Saturn opposes the radiant Sun, requiring you to pull back on the reins of your life. Naturally, you prefer to continue progressing carefully toward your destination without having to slow down for anyone else. Nevertheless, the sooner you let go of your previous agenda and timetable, the easier it will be to create new and improved ones.

Aquarius Horoscope

(Jan 20 – Feb 18)

Your friends may not realize that you are currently struggling to fulfill your commitments. The pressure could be intense enough that you’re tempted to just walk away today, although that won’t solve your problems, either. Fortunately, there’s a third solution now; instead of taking an all-or-nothing approach, just reevaluate your priorities and give it your best effort. Make sure you let others know your revised schedule so they can adjust to the new deadlines based on your ability to deliver on your promises. You just might receive unexpected support from someone who appreciates your honesty.

Pisces Horoscope

(Feb 19 – Mar 20)

A discouraging fog could roll in today, dampening the fires of your visionary inspiration. It’s nearly impossible to be creative when your energy is pulled in more mundane directions and your resources are limited. Fortunately, you don’t have to succumb to the negative atmosphere. These clouds shall pass; in the meantime, imagine the best-case scenario to show you the way and your faith will do the rest.

Your Daily Horoscopes for Friday, May 9th

Maintaining a steady work pace on a project is easier today because we can depend on the laser-like focus of the critical Virgo Moon. Meanwhile, the Sun’s transformational alignment with nebulous Neptune blurs our boundaries. The tension between these opposite forces flips us back and forth between two contrary states of consciousness. Our imagination may reveal future potential, but we still must apply ourselves if we want to realize our dreams.

Aries Horoscope

(Mar 21 – Apr 19)

You’re reluctant to show your vulnerability, often covering it by jumping into action instead of waiting for something to happen. However, you might not be so quick to react because you’re better at imagining all your possible responses today than actually putting one of them into motion. But it’s not self-doubt that blocks your way; it’s your current desire to take the most practical step possible. Ultimately, letting your dreams guide you is a better strategy now than trying to keep your feet on the ground.

Taurus Horoscope

(Apr 20 – May 20)

Although your days may be as busy as ever, you are growing more adept at filtering out the excess noise. The choice is yours today; you can smile and walk away instead of engaging in all the commotion. Make use of the time you gain by relaxing in a quiet space. Meditating or daydreaming recharges your batteries and if you time it just right, you might not even be missed when you slip away for your little escape. Luckily, others will appreciate your improved attitude when you return.

Gemini Horoscope

(May 21 – Jun 20)

You might have to reconsider your previous plans if you decide to add any more activities to your schedule now. However, you can take the power of positive thinking too far today. Your blind optimism could tempt you to over-commit, letting others down in the process and leaving you discouraged. Be cautious; managing your time wisely prevents unnecessary problems and enables you to accomplish more than you originally thought possible.

Cancer Horoscope

(Jun 21 – Jul 22)

It seems as if you’re receiving more help than you asked for today. Unfortunately, your first reaction might be to shut it all down by telling others that you can take care of your commitments by yourself. But you are in a unique position now and are capable of making steady progress on your long-term goals if you don’t try to do everything on your own. In fact, accepting assistance is a sign of intelligence. Don’t let your ego stand in the way of success.

Leo Horoscope

(Jul 23 – Aug 22)

Enjoying simple pleasures whenever you get the chance comes naturally to you these days. However, you have chores to do now and it’s not wise to put off your current obligations. There’s no reason to tell everyone about your inner process, making it a good idea to keep your feelings to yourself today. Instead of stopping to justify your behavior, just continue to move deliberately through your day while taking the time to smell the flowers and savor the coffee along the way.

Virgo Horoscope

(Aug 23 – Sep 22)

You’re not interested in being the leader of the pack today; you prefer to be just another face in the crowd. But the reality is that not everyone is as committed to perfection as you are. The Moon’s visit to your efficient sign now places you in touch with your drive to get things exactly right. Fortunately, you can be a valuable team player if you relax your high performance standards enough to collaborate with others. Sometimes it’s more important to just get the job done.

Libra Horoscope

(Sep 23 – Oct 22)

You’re hesitant about making a decision today that has a direct impact on others at work because you’re not willing to determine the outcome on your own. You can usually take a few steps back and let someone else assume leadership responsibility. But it might be impossible to pass the buck now because everyone’s depending on you. You have nothing to worry about as long as you check in with your intuition before choosing a path.

Scorpio Horoscope

(Oct 23 – Nov 21)

Don’t waste time lost in analysis because logical thinking won’t bring you the best answers today. The rational realms can only take you so far now. Instead, trust your instincts because your psychic radar is right on track. Stop trying to explain your decisions to anyone; just listen to your gut. Oddly enough, your imagination offers solutions that are currently more practical than traditional methods. Dream your way to success.

Sagittarius Horoscope

(Nov 22 – Dec 21)

You appear to be the life of the party today as the Moon in your 10th House of Status aligns with your key planet Jupiter. Nevertheless, you may be a bit worried that you’re missing something very important. Go about your daily routine, but take some time to make sure you don’t glide over unexpressed feelings that need to be addressed. Put away your philosophical justifications and move past your own resistance to explore deeper and more personal issues. Taking an emotional journey might be more rewarding than you can imagine.

Capricorn Horoscope

(Dec 22 – Jan 19)

Someone may be tuning into your thoughts today, but you could be so busy working toward your goals that you don’t even notice. However, connecting with others makes a big difference in your progress, so don’t withdraw because you are worried about appearing vulnerable or dependent. Be bold; take the initiative and share your concerns with a friend you can count on. You might be pleasantly surprised by the positive reaction you receive to your disclosure if you are willing to speak from your heart.

Aquarius Horoscope

(Jan 20 – Feb 18)

You’re fully engaged with your immediate environment today and everything seems to be copacetic as long as you don’t stop moving. You may believe that your emotions hamper your productivity. However, slowing down to consider the deeper significance of your current circumstances might be the smartest thing you can do. Fortunately, once you are back in touch with your heart, you will see things in a completely different light than earlier in the day when you were stuck inside your head.

Pisces Horoscope

(Feb 19 – Mar 20)

You might be feeling more content today, even if your life is busier than you prefer. As long as you know you gave your best effort now, it’s okay to be satisfied with your recent job performance. Ultimately, it may not matter if someone is on your case because you didn’t pay enough attention to the details on a project. Thankfully, your happiness is not dependent on external events or the opinions of others. Integrate your own values into everything you do to lessen the importance of receiving approval from anyone else.