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Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Saturday – Printable
Hello Our Wonderful WOTC Family – 10 of the Best Poems about Magic and the Supernatural
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Poetry and magic share a curious history, since shamans and priests of ancient times would chant verses and incantations as part of their rituals designed to heal the sick, influence the weather, or appeal to the gods. So we might even say there is something peculiarly ‘magical’ about poetry.
Below, we introduce ten of the very best poems about magic and the supernatural, featuring witches, black magic, fairies, ghosts, and much else.
1. William Shakespeare, from A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
Over hill, over dale,
Thorough bush, thorough brier,
Over park, over pale,
Thorough flood, thorough fire!
I do wander everywhere,
Swifter than the moon’s sphere;
And I serve the Fairy Queen,
To dew her orbs upon the green;
The cowslips tall her pensioners be;
In their gold coats spots you see;
Those be rubies, fairy favours;
In those freckles live their savours;
I must go seek some dewdrops here,
And hang a pearl in every cowslip’s ear.
2. John Donne, ‘The Apparition’.
3. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, ‘The Magic Net’.
4. Percy Shelley, The Witch of Atlas.
5. Alfred, Lord Tennyson, ‘Lilian’.
6. Edgar Allan Poe, ‘The Haunted Palace’.
7. William Allingham, ‘The Fairies’.
8. Emily Dickinson, ‘I Think I Was Enchanted’.
9. Mary Coleridge, ‘The Witch’.
10. W. B. Yeats, ‘Supernatural Songs’.
Important Summertime Time Zone For Our European WOTC Families – SPRING A HEAD
In this part of the world when clocks go forward 1 hour they refer to this time period as Summertime rather than Daylight Savings time as we do in the USA and Canada.
A Laugh for Today
I have a t-shirt that says
“I’m not clumsy
It’s just the floor hates me,
The table and
Chairs are bullies.
and The Walls get in the way”
First I rolled my desk chair back to pet Cleo and I caught my right big toe in it. Next I was trying to weed whack in the front yard and somehow pulled my shoulder muscle. Last but not least I some how got a big bruise on my left thigh, probably during the weed whacking problems. Add to that the fibromyalgia and arthritis flares from our normal temperature swings with rain and/or snow and I had a wonderful day. This is why some of the regular posts are missing. The rest of this week might not have as many daily posts are usual but I will do my best to get information to you.
Please no bubble wrap comments. A friend of mine of Facebook sent me a picture of a woman dressed in a bubble wrap type rain suit. You are welcome to laugh with me as much as you want to. 🤣😂😅😁
Goddess Of The Day: Chihnu
Chihnu
Phra Buddha Bat Fair (Thailand)
Themes: Arts; Creativity; Tradition; Excellence
Symbols: Woven Items; Thread or Yarn; Home Crafts; Lyres
About Chihnu: In China and surrounding regions, Chihnu’s name means “weaving woman.” According to myths, Chihnu’s talents in this art are so great that she can weave seamless garments for the gods. From her heavenly domain in the constellation Lyre, she acts like a refreshing spring wind to inspire excellence in our inherited arts and crafts.
To Do Today: This annual Thai festival features folk dancing and traditional handicrafts in honor of Buddha’s footprint, which is enshrined nearby. Generally, it is a time to rejoice in Thai tradition, so if you have a Thai restaurant in the neighborhood, by all means indulge yourself, saying a brief prayer of thanks to the provider of your feast-Chihnu.
To make a Chihnu-inspired creativity charm, take three strands of yellow thread or yarn (yellow is the color of inventiveness). Braid these together so that the strands cross four rimes, saying,
One, Chihnu’s power absorbs;
two, inside the magic’s stored;
three, the magic’s alive in me;
four, bear Chihnu’s creativity!
Carry this when you need more ingenious energy, or leave it near your artistic endeavors so they can absorb Chihnu’s compelling excellence.
Finally, wear woven or handmade items to honor Chihnu’s talents today.
.By Patricia Telesco ~ From “365 Goddess” (FMP) and GrannyMoon’s Morning Feast
c. 2011
Witchcraft Symbols, Terms and Definitions – Iron
Iron Spell: Spoken Word
The power of iron is so strong that even if you don’t have any, just shouting out the word “iron” allegedly routs evil spirits.
c. 2011
Flower Meaning, Symbol and Spiritual Meaning – Aster
Aster Flower Meaning, Symbolism, and Mythology from uniguide.com
Aster flower meaning and symbolism includes hope, optimism, new beginnings, innocence, fun, affection, and other lovely attributes.
There are over 32,000 species of aster flowers, which comprise the Asteraceae family of flowers, and they are found on every continent except Antarctica. Because of their popularity and wide distribution, many people are curious about what they symbolize. In fact, many cultures around the world have myths and folktales that involve asters.
In this post, we’ll explore all aspects of aster flower symbolism and meanings. And if you’re curious about one of the most well-known flowers in the aster family, be sure to check out my dedicated post on sunflower meaning and symbolism.
Good Day SIsters and Brothers and Honored Guest – The Old Dark Horse
Author’s Notes: “The Old Dark House” is a narrative poem that I had co-authored in collaboration and direct coordination with my colleagues and dear friends, Anne-Lise Andresen and Liam McDaid. (This poem was completed on September 7, 2016.) The fictional-fantasy story behind this particular poem speaks for itself. It follows the same fantasy-horror theme genre similar to the narrative poem that all three of us collaborated on last month: “The Demon’s Shrill Cry of Dread and Horror.” I guess that you, the reader, can consider both of these poems as early contributions from all three of us for Halloween (or All Hallows’ Eve) 2016, which is nearly now upon us. This write, like our last one from August, delves into the “psychology of the mind” when its confronted at the subconscious-level by the true force of evil and bad intentions from Lucifer. This is also in line with the historical and biblical role traditionally that has been attributed to Lucifer as the “ultimate tempter of mankind.” In a fantasy-metaphysical-ethereal sense, we likened “The Old Dark House” to an “evil dream” at the subconscious-level which can be easily conjured by the innocent and uninformed (in this case principally children) as the month of October approaches with the advent of All Hallows’ Eve on October 31. I know that Anne-Lise, Liam, and I think that you shall find this particular theme and narrative story to be of interest. I know also that all three of us were quite pleased with how the final version of our narrative poem turned out here. And so, “Happy Halloween” from Anne-Lise, Liam, and me! (And Remember: “Dare not to be one of the innocent and uninformed who conjureth The Old Dark House in your dreams.” “If so, the Demons of Hell shall come for your very soul!”) (Gary Bateman – September 9, 2016) (Narrative)
A Special Note for Arthur Vaso: “The Brothers and Sister Grimm have struck again!!” BOO!! BOO!!
Categories: dark, dream, evil, fantasy, god, metaphor, and symbolism.
The Old Dark House This tale of “The Old Dark House” is one that’s replete with a most horrid sense of pure evil and macabre, and is worth being retold each year during the deep-dark hours of All Hallows’ Eve before the chime of midnight, when the thin veil separating the land of the living and the dead momentarily dissolves, bringing both worlds together until the break of dawn. Beware of this house’s mythical and ethereal presence in the shadow dreams of the innocent, and be forewarned to never conjure its image in your unconscious mind. If so conjured, The Old Dark House shall become an unending reality to the innocent and uninformed, and on All Hallows’ Eve, the evil “Demons of Hell” shall come for your very soul! The Old Dark House is one that is bathed and cursed in utter hellfire and damnation by Lucifer himself. It’s one that creeps a chill and frozen reminder into the very frame of its nasty, putrid structure. It shall guarantee you the worst possible nightmares as your very soul cries in agony and pleads unrelentingly for mercy! Your nightmares are, in turn, amplified and born into the very structure of this house with ivy creeping as you palpably sense the wretched ice-cold fingers of Hell opening the doors to the cavernous basement were evil shadows of goblins, ghosts, ghouls, vampires, and werewolves parade openly from past lives. Everyone suffering the curse of the damned was captured here when they visited, becoming prisoners to the darkness of true evil, far away from the light, goodness, and eternal mercy of Almighty God Himself. Six generations of my family actually dwelled beneath the rafters of The Old Dark House where demonic forces were constantly in play—as hot sparks burned the tongues of lost souls who cried in agony, and their world would enter the vortex of darkness whilst blood-curdling screams could be distinctly heard during the night on All Hallows’ Eve. Ghostly images would appear out of nowhere supported by the frightening ferocity of Lucifer who is the true dark presence and ultimate tempter of mankind! The horror I felt as a young boy trapped in this existence is truly unimaginable. The image of The Old Dark House still haunts … Click here to read the rest of The Old Dark Horse on poetrysoup.com
Rune Meanings By Lucius Nothing
Rune meanings have been handed down through the mists of time since their ancient beginnings in approximately the 1st Century AD.
The Norse runes are part of an ancient Pro-Germanic tradition and the runic alphabet consists of 24 rune symbols – with the addition of one notably blank rune to allow space for cosmic chance – typically engraved on stones, seashells or pieces of wood.
Throughout their early history, the runes were in a constant state of development – with the subtraction and addition of runes undertaking by those who used the runes for divination, protection and other forms of magic.
The runes best known and most widely used today are the Elder Futhark Runes, a version of the runic alphabet completed and taken into use in the 5th Century AD. A set of Younger Futhark Runes also exists, but they are not in widespread use today, perhaps because more uncertainty exists around the proper interpretation of the Younger Futhark runic inscriptions. It is speculated that they are at least partly inspired by the Latin alphabet as it spread through Northern Europe, but not enough is know about this to confirm or deny the connection.
Since their beginnings, the runes have been steeped in history, mythology and meaning. They were considered to be a gift from the gods – specifically from the king of the gods, Odin, the allfather, and for this reason, they were venerated and cast with extreme caution and respect for their metaphysical qualities and divine origin.
Today, the runes are used similarly to Tarot cards, Oracle cards and other divination tools – as a means of tapping into your own inner reservoir of intuition, wisdom and ability to pick up on certain subtle clues in the present that may enable you to foretell the future with some accuracy. A crucial difference, of course, is that the runes are much older than any Tarot or oracle deck of cards.
Would you like to learn more about the runes, their meanings, and how to cast and interpret them? Then keep reading.
What Are Runes/Norse Runes/Elder Futhark Runes?
The runes, the Norse runes, and the Elder Futhark runes are all one and the same. Many variations of runes exist, but the Elder Futhark stones comprise the standard runes and rune meanings used to day.
The runic alphabet typically consists of 24 runes, each inscribed with its own magical symbol, and one blank rune called Odin’s rune. The blank rune symbolises that which cannot or must not be known about the future, and when it comes up in rune readings it is the equivalent of drawing a blank. It means that there are certain cosmic curtains behind which you should not look – or maybe it is not yet the right time for looking. When the blank rune comes up, it is important to respect its message, rather than trying to circumvent it by drawing more runes in a desperate bid to wring out an answer.
The runic alphabet divides into three parts – or suits, for those of you who are familiar with Tarot terminology – each consisting of eight runes. These divisions are called Aetts, the Ancient Norse word for families. And so we have Freyr’s Aett, Heimdall’s Aett and Tyr’s Aett. Each of the three Aetts addresses a different stage of life.
The first set of runes: Freyr’s Aett
The first eight runes of the runic alphabet belong to Freyr’s Aett. According to Norse mythology, Freyr was the god of rain, sun, fertility and peace. Thes runes belonging to his Aett deal with the physical plane and with discovering and learning how to master all of the tangible and necessary aspects of life.
The runes belonging to Freyr’s Aett are associated with the formative years of childhood and youth, the stage of life where we are very much still finding our feet in the world and deciding who we are.
The second set of runes: Heimdall’s Aett
The following eight runes belong to Heimdall’s Aett. In Norse mythology, Heimdall was the watchman of the gods.
The runes belonging to Heimdall’s Aett deal with a developing sense of maturity and personal growth, as well as with themes of maturation, harvest, obstacles and fate.
The third set of runes: Tyr’s Aett
The final set of runes belong to Tyr’s Aett. Try was the Norse sky god, and was also responsible for ward and justice.
These eight runes deal with spiritual development as well as legacy, inheritance, community and intuition.
The origin story of the Runes
As befits their ancient nature and metaphysical properties, the runes have an origin story steeped in myth and magic.
It is said that it was Odin, the king of the Ancient Nordic gods, who discovered the runes. Note that he did not invent them – the runes were a revelation and a gift, not an invention.
To obtain the gift of cosmic wisdom, Odin hung himself upside down from the branches of the world tree, Yggdrasil, for a nine days and nine nights. The runes were his reward.
Each rune symbol has a unique energy and meaning
Each Elder Futhark Rune is inscribed with a particular and unique magical symbol. Because the runes are so old and shrouded in mystery, each rune is ascribed a variety of potential meanings, rather than one that is clear and static.
Nevertheless, each rune holds a core meaning, a core cosmic truth, which the individual intuitive rune reader is able to interpret and expand on according to the context of the rune reading.
The runes’ names are all based on the ancient Anglo Saxon rune poem, a poem written ostensibly for the purpose of transmitting the rune lore in a convenient and easyp-to-grasp manner.
Rune divination
Runes have been used for divination since their beginnings, and divination is still their primary use today.
A rune casting can be done in a number of ways, but most commonly, it involves the person having the reading drawing runes from the bag in which the rune stones are kept. The number of runes used for the reading can vary from just one or just a few to a handful.
An easy-to-approach rune reading if you are new to the runes consists of just three rune positions: Past, present and future. But just as the case is with the Tarot cards, you can assign the runes any pre-ordained positions you like.
Rune magic
Throughout their very long history, the runes have been used for much more than divination. The runes are inextricably linked to seidr, a type of magic practiced in Ancient Norse society by both male and female practitioners. Not much is known about the original practice of weird, but it is believed and speculated that it was a form of magic which concerned itself with both the foretelling and shaping of the future.
According to Norse mythology it was Odin, the king of the gods, who discovered the runes and imparted the knowledge of them to humanity. As well as being the wise all-father a the ruler of the gods, Odin was also the god of sorcery (as well as poetry and war).
The runes are still use for magic today, by practitioners all over the world. Rune magic encompasses everything from rune readings to spells and hexes. Runic inscriptions can also be used in sigil magic, and in the creation of potent amulets for protection, prosperity, love and more.
It is interesting to note that the modern-day sigil magic is based on inscribed symbols that are then charged with magical energy and intention, with the purpose of affecting or shaping the future. Although no clear connection has been established between sigil magic and rune magic, it is very likely that the former draws its inspiration from the latter, or at the very least that the two share some interesting similarities and purposes.
Runic Symbols And Their Meanings …
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A Laugh for Today
Whatever you do, don’t upset Sophia!
It’s pretty clear that robots are not perfect. Still, they’re not going anywhere. After all, they’re here to serve us, right? Take Sophia, a social humanoid robot developed by Hanson Robotics. She/it has the face of an attractive woman and the ability to hold a conversation, much like Apple’s Siri, making her/it eerily human-like. When CEO David Hanson and Sophia appeared on CNBC’s The Pulse, he himself asked the AI what was clearly on the mind of many people in that studio: “Sophia, do you want to destroy humans?” Without hesitation, Sophia—smiling a tad too broadly for our taste—responded, “OK, I will destroy humans.”
Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Thursday
From gypsywolf.weebly.com
Thursday is the fifth day of the week. In the Norse languages this day is called Torsdag, honoring Thor, the god of strength, fertility, thunder, the protector and defender in war, and son of Odin. Thor is the counterpart of Zeus (Greek), and Jupiter or Jove (Roman). Thor, the most beloved of the great gods of northern mythology, is the only god who cannot cross from earth to heaven across the rainbow bridge, for he is so heavy and powerful that the gods fear it will break under his weight. It was said that whenever his hammer Mjollnir, was thrown, it would produce a thunderbolt and when struck against stone, it would create lightning.
Thursday
Latin: Dies Jovis (“Jove’s Day”), after Jove or Jupiter, the almighty Roman God.
French: jeudi
Italian: giovedi
Spanish: el jueves
German: Donnerstag
Dutch: donderdag
French: jeudi
Italian: giovedi
Spanish: el jueves
German: Donnerstag
Dutch: donderdag
Rules: Expansion, wealth, prosperity, political power, legal matters, spirituality, meditation.
Colors: Purple, Deep Blue
Planet: Jupiter
Metal: Tin, associated with the thunderbolt of Jupiter (Zeus in Greek myth)
Stones: Amethyst, Lepidolite, Sugilite
Herbs: Anise, Cinquefoil, Clove, Honeysuckle, Hyssop, Maple, Nutmeg, Oakmoss, Sage, Sarsaparilla, Sassafras, Star Anise
Zodiac: Sagittarius
From plentifulearth.com
Thursday Magickal Correspondences
- Planet: Jupiter
- Element: Earth
- Gender: Masculine
- Deities: Juno, Jupiter, Thor, Zeus
- Colors: Blue, Green, Purple, Rich Royal Colors
- Crystals: Aventurine, Amethyst, Brown Jasper, Green Lodestone, Green Tourmaline, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Peridot, Tin, Turquoise
- Herbs & Plants: Anise, Borage, Cinquefoil, Clove, Dandelion, Dill, Fig, Honeysuckle, Hyssop, Maple, Meadowsweet, Mint, Nutmeg, Oak, Patchouli, Sage, Star Anise
- Incenses: Cinnamon, Clove, Jupiter Oil, Musk, Nutmeg, Oakmoss, Patchouli, Sage
- Energies & Associations: Abundance, Career, Employment, Energetic Increase, Expansion, Generosity, Growth, Happiness, Healing, Harvesting, Honest Leadership, Honor, Leadership, Legal Matters, Loyalty, Luck, Male Fertility, Material Opportunities, Money, Optimism, Power, Prosperity, Protection, Riches, Wealth
A Thought for Today
PRAYER TO LILITH
A Laugh for Today
Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Thursday
From lightwarriorslegion.com
| Thursday | Use this day to cast spells for wealth, success, business, luck, health, protection, legal matters, male fertility,money, desires and laughter. | Jupiter | Blue. Additionally: Purple | Zeus and Thor. Gods of thunder |
From modernwellnesswitch.com
THURSDAY
Thursdays are best for asserting needs, deciding on plans, or making career and business moves. A great day for working on big projects and beating the odds. Start of a journey or travel is supported this day as well as pursuing creative works or innovative concepts.
Planet: Jupiter
Element: Earth
Tarot Card: Chariot
Rune: Ehwaz
Colors: Deep Blue, Purple, Green
Plants*: Anise, Banyan, Borage, Chestnut, Cinquefoil, Clove, Dandelion, Endive, Fig, Honeysuckle, Hyssop, Liverwort, Maple, Meadowsweet, Nutmeg, Sage, Sarsaparilla, Sassafras, Star Anise, Witch Grass
Stones: Amethyst, Sugilite, Blue Howlite, Kyanite, Lapis Lazuli, Iolite, Celestite, Azurite, Blue Topaz, Hawk’s Eye, Apatite, Tektite
Magical Uses: Expansion, Luck, Abundance, Protection, Stability, Joy, Pleasure, Employment, Leadership
Crystal, Gems, and Stones Meanings and Magickal Usage – Bloodstone
Disclaimer: This stone it not meant to be used instead your health care professional but can be a compliment to with your health care professional prescribes. WitchesofTheCraft.com, any staff member of WitchesofTheCraft.com, and Lady Carla Beltane are not responsible for any type of a negative reaction when using this stone for any reason.
From thecrystalcouncil.com
Chakras
Root
Planets
Mars
Zodiacs
Aries
Libra
Pisces
Elements
Earth
Science & Origin of Bloodstone
Bloodstone, also known as Heliotrope or Piedra Del Sol, is an opaque cryptocrystalline Quartz and member of the Chalcedony family. The green color found within this stone is caused by tiny inclusions of Chlorite and Pyroxene, while the red is small concentrated areas of iron oxide minerals, most commonly Hematite. The word Heliotrope derives from the Greek word meaning “to turn the sun”. In today’s age, the most abundant deposits of Bloodstone are found in India, China, Madagascar, Brazil, Australia, and the United States.
Indian Aphrodisiac
In Indian culture, Bloodstone is considered an aphrodisiac. Within the culture, Bloodstone would be ground up into a fine powder and sold for a high price. The price of this ground-up powder would oftentimes even be sold for a higher price than the raw Bloodstone material. This makes top-quality Bloodstone that much more valuable.
Historical Uses
Bloodstone has been revered through different cultures and history. The red spots were said to be a representation of Christ’s blood and thus used as an amulet for Christianity. It was often used to check for blood hemorrhages. It is said that the famous Italian painter Giorgio Vasari was afflicted by a violent hemorrhage and a piece of bloodstone was placed between his shoulder blades to stop the ailment. When this stone is placed into water it will add a reddish hue that will be intensified when the sun’s rays hit it. Ancient cultures believed that it was able to turn the sun itself, blood red.
Leyden Papyrus
The Leyden Papyrus, written in Greek at the end of the 3rd century A.D. states that Bloodstone will give the wearer whatever he may ask for and “whatever thou wearer says, he will be believed. Whoever bears this stone, which is a gem, and pronounces the name engraved upon it, will find all doors open, while bonds and stone walls will rent asunder”. – Kropatchek, 1907
Meaning & Energy
Bloodstone activates our inner strength, willpower, and courage that has been masked by fear. This crystal is a purifier of our negative energies and aids to convert these thoughts and feelings into positive ones. Bloodstone helps break the mold of our endless monotonous cycles by helping us aspirate to who we truly want to be. This crystal is a reminder that the only judge of our thoughts and actions should be no one other than ourselves. The direction you choose to go in this life will only be decided by you. Heliotrope provides us with the necessary confidence and fortitude to move past hard times and see the growth ahead.
Great Affirmation Tool
Bloodstone is a thought-provoking amulet that aids in the process of manifesting our subconscious ideas into reality. These thoughts and emotions have been vastly hidden from the open-world due to their true power and our own insecurities. Trusting in our intuition and allowing it to be channeled through experiences and moments will only lead us onto the path of revolution.
Bloodstone – The Powerful Healer from wiccanow.com
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Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health providers with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health.
Bloodstone is also know as Helioptrope or blood jasper.
Hi and welcome to Wicca Now. As you may already know, Wicca Now is a site where Amaria and I write about all things Witchcraft, Wicca and Magick. Lately, we’ve been covering a lot of crystal related topics, like this post on crystal witchcraft, this guide to crystal correspondences or this article on jasper. Today I thought we’d focus on another beautiful crystal, namely bloodstone.
About Bloodstone
Bloodstone is readily available and found throughout Australia, Brazil, China, the Czech Republic, Russia and India. The use of bloodstone dates to the prehistoric people of Scotland who used the stone to shape arrowheads, blades and scrapers. The Ancient Greeks believed that bloodstone could turn red from the suns rays, hence naming it heliotrope which comes from the Greek helios and tropos meaning ‘sun turner’. The stone was used throughout Ancient Greece and Rome to fashion a wide variety of decorative objects from jewellery to seal stones. Throughout the Middle Ages bloodstone was understood as a powerful healing stone and it was believed to give the wearer the gift of prophecy. The stone itself is multicoloured green or bluish-green with flecks of red. It can range from translucent to opaque and has a waxy lustre.
Bloodstone Magickal Benefits and Meaning
Bloodstone is believed to possess powerful healing properties. It is a stone of guidance, intuition and divination.
Attracts luck, money and success
Bolsters strength
Reduces aggression
Boosts the power of spells
Boosts the power of other crystals
Boosts confidence
A deeply spiritual stone
Aids healing
Enhances faith
Excellent for grounding
Keeps out undesirable influences
Helps us to avoid dangerous situations
Stimulates dreaming
Powerfully revitalising
Assists in connecting with the present moment
Revitalises and rejuvenates the body
Stimulates the mind
Dispels confusion
Elemental Correspondences
It is associated with the element of fire and the goddesses Morrigan and Badb
Astrological Influence
It’s astrological influence comes from Mars. Bloodstones zodiac correspondences are Aries, Capricorn, Libra, Pisces and Scorpio.
Magickal Tips for Bloodstone
- To aid sleep, place a piece of bloodstone into a bowl of water and keep this …
Herb Magickal and Medicinal Uses – Peppermint
Disclaimer: No herb should be used for medicinal use until you have check with your health care professional to ask if it safe for you to use it for any reason. WitchesofTheCraft.com, any staff member of WitchesofTheCraft.com, and Lady Carla Beltane are not responsible for any type of a negative reaction when using this herb for any reason.
(Side Note from Lady Beltane: While it has many uses Peppermint will take over anywhere outside it is planted including using an outdoor planter. I have found it is best to grow this herb indoors in a planter. Starting with a small 3-inch potted plant I replanted in my herb garden with in 2 years it took over my entire herb garden and was very difficult to get rid of it planted in this way. When it goes to seed it spreads itself even into the grass.)
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Benefits, uses, forms, and precautions of peppermint from medicalnewstoday.com
Peppermint is an aromatic plant, a cross between water mint and spearmint. Besides adding flavor to foods and drinks, it may help manage digestive problems, nausea, headaches, and other health issues.
Peppermint is used to add flavor or fragrance to foods, cosmetics, soaps, toothpaste, mouthwashes, and other products, and it may have some medicinal uses.
A person can also use dried or fresh peppermint (Mentha piperita) leaves to brew tea.
Peppermint is originally from Europe, but now people cultivate it all over the world. This article is part of a collection of articles on the health benefits of popular foods.
Uses and health benefits
Peppermint is a popular traditional remedy for a number of conditions.
Research shows it may be effective in alleviating:
- flatulence (gas)
- menstrual pain
- diarrhea
- nausea
- depression-related anxiety
- muscle and nerve pain
- symptoms of the common cold
- indigestion
The different forms of peppermint may be good for helping different ailments. These forms and the conditions they may help include:
Peppermint oil
Indigestion
Peppermint oil can help calmTrusted Source the stomach muscles and improve the flow of bile. This makes it suitable for people who have indigestion.
However, it should not be used by people with gastroesophageal reflex disease (GERD), which has different causes of indigestion.
Irritable bowel syndrome …
Skin conditions …
Headaches and migraine …
Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy …
Relieving chemotherapy-induced vomiting …
Peppermint steam
Colds and flu …
Peppermint capsules
Treating and healing chronic wounds …
Forms of peppermint
Although research suggests that essential oils may have some health benefits, it is important to remember that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not monitor or regulate the purity or quality of these. A person should talk with a healthcare professional before using essential oils, and they should be sure to research the quality of a brand’s products. A person should always do a patch test before trying a new essential oil.
Peppermint can consist of fresh or dry leaves for use in food or as tea. A person can find peppermint essential oil as an ingredient in tinctures, chest rubs, and creams.
A person can also swallow it in the form of enteric-coated capsules. This allows the peppermint to pass into the intestine.
Peppermint essential oil is a concentrated oil that is extracted from the peppermint plant by steam distillation. The whole fresh or partly dried plant is used before it starts to flower.
The amounts of the chemical components in peppermint oil may vary depending on the batch, and where and how it was produced. 2019 research showed the following component amounts:
- menthol (38.45%)
- menthone (21.8%)
- 1,8-cineole (5.62%)
- neo-menthol (4.19%)
Like other essential oils, a person should not take peppermint essential oil orally. It is important to make sure to dilute it with a carrier oil before applying it to the skin.
Peppermint vs. spearmint …
Risks and precautions
Peppermint, like many other herbs, can interact with other herbs, supplements, or drugs. Peppermint can also trigger side effects in some individuals. It is possible to be allergic to peppermint.
Anyone who already receives medication should talk with their doctor before using peppermint. Peppermint should not be used by young children. When applied to a child’s face, peppermint can cause life threatening breathing problems.
Peppermint is not recommended for people who:
- have a hiatus hernia
- have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- have an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia)
- have hemolytic anemia
What medications does peppermint interfere with?
Peppermint may interact with some drugs, including:
- cyclosporine, takenTrusted Source by transplant recipients to prevent organ rejection
- drugs that reduce stomach acid
- ulcer medications
- calcium channel blockers and other drugs usedTrusted Source for hypertension or high blood pressure
People should also not use it with antacids. This is because some peppermint supplements are in capsule form. Their coating may break down too rapidly if the patient is also taking an antacid, increasing the risk of heartburn.
Summary
Peppermint is a plant that is a combination of water mint and spearmint. A person can drink it as a tea, use it as an essential oil, or as take it as a herbal medicine in the form of a capsule.
Research shows peppermint can help alleviate a variety of ailments, including gastrointestinal problems, headaches, and nausea.
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What Are The Magical Properties Of Peppermint? from enchantedaromatics.com
The magical properties of peppermint (Mentha piperita) are highly valued in magickal circles because the properties of peppermint far exceed the potency of many other plants and herbs.
The metaphysical powers of peppermint do not cease to amaze me. To access the magical powers, you could use peppermint by itself, as part of a ritual or potion, or use peppermint in conjunction with uttering a magical word such as “Abracadabra”.
The approaches we offer are mere suggestions of how to access the magical properties of peppermint. Your imagination is a very powerful tool when conjuring up magic. What works for one person may not work for another person.
As a general rule, peppermint has magical and spiritual powers that include 8 Main Properties:
Ability to cleanse
Promotes clarity
Provides protection
Promotes healing
Increases intuition and psychic abilities
Promotes visions and dreams
Incites love
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Brief History Of The Magical Properties Of Peppermint
9 Magical Properties Of Peppermint
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- Can peppermint be used for magical and spiritual cleansing?
- Can peppermint increase clarity?
- Can peppermint be used to provide protection from dark energies?
- Can peppermint be used for healing?
- Can peppermint increase intuition and psychic abilities?
- Can peppermint enhance the ability to have visions and dreams?
- Can peppermint be used to incite love?
- Can peppermint be used to attract money and prosperity?
Other Magical Properties Of Peppermint
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(Side Note from Lady Beltane: My dad would buy my mom a bouquet of Daffodil’s in various colors every year from a street vendor. After his crossing in 1970 I did the best, I could to carry on the tradition. In my childhood home the bouquet symbolized the start of Spring!)
Daffodil Flower Meanings & Symbolism + Mythology & Folklore from uniguide.com
Daffodil flower meanings and symbolism include revival, rebirth, hope, joy, resilience, good luck, prosperity, memories, and forgiveness. Is it possible to grow sunshine? Flower enthusiasts would insist that it is. With the exception of the sunflower, few other flowers radiate bright sunshine as the daffodil does, and not to mention, the welcoming of spring after a cold, dark winter.
But there’s more to daffodils than lovely cut flowers. In this post, you’ll learn about daffodil symbols and meanings, daffodil mythology and folklore, daffodil spiritual meanings, and more.
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