Tag: Energy

Air and Fire Energy Spell

Air and Fire Energy Spell

 
Try this air and fire spell to boost both your mental and physical energy. Place a few drops of rosemary oil in a diffuser or on a cotton ball, and inhale, facing east, while saying:

Winds of intellect, attend me.
My mind is strong and alert.
I retain all I learn.
I remember all that is important.
Winds of intellect, attend me!

Repeat whenever needed, preferably outside on a windy day. Now place black pepper oil or crushed peppercorns in a diffuser or on a cotton ball and (carefully!) inhale. Facing south, say:

Fire of strength, attend me.
I am physically fit and strong.
I perform my work energetically.
I am free of fatigue and lassitude.
Fire of strength, attend me!

Repeat whenever necessary, preferably in front of a bonfire or blazing fireplace.

By: Denise Dumars

Scrying

Scrying

 
Divination through scrying in to water has a long history. Water is used
in a variety of ways and one of my favourites is using it to pour melted
candle wax in to and use the shapes to tell what the upcoming year will be
like. Some water gazers prefer to have the light of a candle reflected on
the water surface. Others take the bowl outside on a cloudless night and,
capturing the moon’s reflection, divine by its appearance on the water.
Still others take crystals, place them in the bottom of the bowl, swish the
water a bit then divine the meaning from the shapes and patterns the
crystals make.

The ancient Greeks believed that nature spirits dwelled in fresh water and
so I believe this is the best kind of water to use however any water will
do. More traditional people feel that you should not use water from a tap
and so if you do get the chance to visit a stream or sacred well, collect
some water for use in your scrying.

To divine the future with your scrying bowl, pour water into it then let it
settle and ask your question. Sit with your back to the light in a darkened
room and gaze into but not at the water. As with a crystal ball, the water
may cloud. Eventually you may begin to see symbols within its cool depths.
Make note of any such symbols. When no further symbols are seen, begin the
process of interpretation.

 
Author Unknown

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Scrying

Scrying is a facinating practice in that it enables you to literally “see” the future (or present or past). Almost any reflective surface can be used for scrying (pronounced to rhyme with “crying”). A crystal ball and gazing mirror are two of the best.

Another form of divination, sometimes used by Witches, is scrying into a fire, called fire scrying.

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Water Gazing

Water Gazing

 
The simplest of these is known as gazing or scrying, in which water is used to create symbols of the future. To perform this ancient rite, pour water into a blue ceramic bowl. Ask your question. Sitting with your back to the light in a darkened room, gaze into, but not at, the water. (Some people add a few drops of blue food coloring or ink to the water to darken it; this is particularly useful when using a light-colored bowl.)
 
As with a crystal ball, the water may cloud. Eventually you may begin to see symbols within its cool depths. Make a note of any such symbols. When no further symbols are seen, begin the process of interpretation.
 
Some water gazers prefer to have a candle’s light reflected on the water’s surface. Others take the bowl outside on a cloudless night and, capturing the moon’s reflection, divine by its appearance on the water. All three of these techniques can be used.
 
A method related to water gazing involves wine. Pour wine into a clear glass. Place a candle behind it and light it. Sitting before the glass, ask your question (if any), gaze into the illuminated wine, and search for symbols to appear. This is known as oinomancy.
 
Sycphomancy is defined as the use of cups or glasses in divination (as in the above technique). It is of uncertain origin. The following procedure allows the reader to discern the past, present, and future. Three cups of three various materials are needed.
 
Old instructions state that the weather must have been calm for three days prior to the divination, and that the diviner be dressed in white. Fill a silver cup with wine, a copper cup with oil, and a vessel of glass with water. Scry in the silver cup to view the past, in the copper cup to see present events, and in the glass to discover the future. Use of these three scrying tools is ideal when the past, present, and future all pertain to the question-which is usually the case.
 
Gold cups filled with water were also sometimes used for gazing, but these have always been out of the reach of most diviners. A variant of this practice consists of placing a gold ring in a glass of water. Set this glass before a mirror and gaze into the ring’s reflection in the looking glass.
 
Natural bodies of water provide excellent gazing tools. A calm lake or a small pool that is continuously filled by a running stream is ideal. Sit before the lake or pool. Shut out all distractions and gaze into the water. If appropriate, ask a question. You will see what you need to know.
 
Finally, toss a lump of gold into a well. The water will become clearer and, thus, more conductive to scrying. (Silver was probably more often used in this rite than gold. This is a relic of the day in which well were considered to be sacred and the gold or silver was an offering to the well’s spirit or attendant deity.)
 
Other methods of water gazing include watching the waves at a beach, gazing into the sea from a high point that juts into it, scrying in the reflections of the sun sent up by water against a flat surface, and many other techniques.
 
Divination For Beginners
Reading The Past, Present & Future
Scott Cunningham
ISBN 0-7387-0384-2

Lady A’s Spell of the Day for Aug. 4th: Spell To Lock Out Anything Nasty

SPELL TO LOCK OUT ANYTHING NASTY
You need to start by meditating before hand on the effect of the spell for at least 15 minutes.
Then, to cast, you sprinkle holy (consecrated to the Lord and Lady) water mixed with salt and
powdered iron; (try potteries to get this) Stand in front of the door that you want to lock…or in
the case of a person the 3rd eye point which is between the eyebrows just above their level.
Then place your hands on the 3rd chakra point or door and concentrate your energies
going down your right arm and going through the door and back into your left arm.
Then you start chanting over and over:

“Portal be controlled and mine, Become as one with my mind,
I hold thee fast, To make this last,
open you not, as I weave the knot, of my power from within.”

Keep chanting this as you build up power, and imagine the circle of energy (right arm through
door back into left arm) getting faster and faster. Then upon release, visualize a green field of
energy coming up in front of the door or the 3rd eye chakra.

New Moon Report for August 4th – Neptune in Aquarius

Neptune in Aquarius

Thursday, August 4, 7:59 pm PDT, 10:59 pm EDT

Neptune’s 6-month visit to brainy Aquarius provides a subtle dose of intellectual inspiration. Mystical beliefs and spirituality may be described in scientific terms, blurring the lines between physics and metaphysics. Perhaps some genius ideas will emerge that can help us safely dispose of plastic waste and finally lead to mainstream application of alternative energy sources.

Your Daily Horoscopes for Wednesday, Aug. 3rd

Retrograde Mercury in analytical Virgo requires extra precision when choosing our words. But it’s also opposing nebulous Neptune, plaguing us with fuzzy thinking. Our energy is dampened when fiery Mars enters watery Cancer today, yet its easy trine to Neptune helps us tap into the magic of our fantasies. Thankfully, the Moon’s entry into objective Libra at 6:04 am EDT helps us balance our current need for accuracy with the power of imagination.

 

Aries Horoscope
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

You may be more considerate of other people’s feelings now that your ruling planet Mars is visiting nurturing Cancer. Mars harmonizes with mystical Neptune, giving you the ability to turn your dreams into reality if you stay true to yourself. Remember, the key to your current magic comes from speaking the truth and walking your talk. Don’t be shy; say what you want, but at least find the nicest way to do it before you open your mouth.

Taurus Horoscope
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)

You may be weary of friends and associates who mislead you with clever words and smooth promises. You’re not in the mood to be messed with today and if you think that others are avoiding their responsibilities, you can become quite angry. You won’t be any fun to be around if you discover that someone has deceived you in any manner. Try to postpone an important discussion for a few days or you might create more problems than you solve.

Gemini Horoscope
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)

Although things may settle down when Mars leaves your sign today, your mind is still quite busy. However, someone may not be playing fairly now and you are worried about how this situation could develop over the days ahead. Don’t waste valuable energy by allowing yourself to slip into a fearful state; instead, concentrate your thoughts on spreading love in every moment of the day.

Cancer Horoscope
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)

Red-hot Mars pushes into your sign today to fire up your feelings. Unfortunately, your emotional reactions can be strong, possibly making you afraid to share your desires with most people because you’re worried that you might scare them away. But total inaction can lead to more problems, so don’t go quiet and just pretend that all is well. Let a trusted friend or companion know what’s bothering you, but be extra careful not to place blame on anyone for your current worries.

Leo Horoscope
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)

You may be attached to your desires, yet unable to bring them out into the open today. Others expect you to be upfront and now there could be trouble if they can tell you’re hiding something. Unfortunately, this could lead to someone’s accusations and your denials, wasting energy and leaving you frustrated. Be courageous and proudly admit your feelings. You may be uncertain at first, but revealing what you’ve been hiding can clear the air better than any other strategy.

Virgo Horoscope
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

You can’t decide what to do today because you feel off balance. Fortunately, your intentions are probably honorable because you truly want to do the right thing. But even the simplest idea seems to be entangled with other ones, making everything overly complicated. Your actions may even be misinterpreted. Luckily, this is a temporary condition, so cool your jets for a few days until the peace and quiet returns.

Libra Horoscope
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

You might consider withdrawing today so you can focus on taking care of your own needs. However, you’re taunted by outrageous fantasies because they seem quite possible. You’re tempted to push the limits of logic by acting out an impossible dream sequence, only to discover that it works. Nevertheless, you’re treading on unstable ground because the tiniest doubt could cause your entire dreamworld to collapse. Remember, your unwavering belief may be enough to make something special come true.

Scorpio Horoscope
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

Sharing your deepest concerns is not a wise idea today, especially if there isn’t anyone around that you sufficiently trust. However, in your search for a confidant you could find yourself attracted to someone else’s perspective, believing that it can offer you safe harbor. Unfortunately, impulsive decisions made while you’re excited will probably lead you away from your goals. Instead, take the necessary time to work through your uncertainty before giving your final answer.

Sagittarius Horoscope
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Someone might catch you off guard today as he or she tap dances around your probing questions. You would like to be able to trust your instincts, but others won’t likely sit still long enough for you to get a read on what’s happening. Wait a few days until the mysterious and the unknowable situation plays through. Thankfully, you could be left with newfound clarity and purpose.

Capricorn Horoscope
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

Some people can become a real pain in the neck now that combative Mars is shifting into your 7th House of Relationships. You may feel as if others are worrying about the wrong things, but you can’t say a word about it because the issue is so sensitive. Naturally, you don’t want to walk around on eggshells because you realize that you’re going to break a few sooner than later. Nevertheless, it’s still sensible to avoid direct confrontation for now.

Aquarius Horoscope
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

You don’t know if your current assessment of someone is valid or if you’re forming it on assumptions that are built upon your desires. Thankfully, you may be able to jumpstart yourself into motion. Your flexibility helps to alleviate the anxious pressure of growing tension in a relationship or partnership. But don’t diffuse the uncomfortable energy too quickly. Holding your position and sinking deeper into it should bring you more clarity and meaning than running off to the next situation.

Pisces Horoscope
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

You know that you should be more practical today, but you’re frustrated because you cannot seem to control your emotions. It feels as if mysterious forces are coercing you to take action on a project, even if your heart isn’t in it. Rationally, you understand what others are telling you, but it doesn’t alter your passions. Do what’s necessary to satisfy someone’s expectations, but do not ignore the important messages that are coming from within.

Today’s I Ching Hexagram for August 2nd is 16: Enthusiasm

16: Enthusiasm

Hexagram 16

General Meaning: Enormous creative energy is unleashed by enthusiasm. This energy is like powerful music that inspires people, loosening old constraints and generating new opportunities. Indeed, the power of enthusiasm is best symbolized by music and dance, for it is guided more by the heart than the head. Thus, great good fortune can follow someone who is able to guide this positive force toward victory and a joyous celebration.

Enthusiasm within a group generates a special kind of electricity. When a crowd is ‘charged’, the singer scales new heights, and life becomes its own reward. For who is not in awe of thunder? And who would fail to fill his or her lungs in the aftermath of a cleansing rain?

Arouse the passionate support of others, while adjusting your ideas and plans to suit their needs. In this way you can fill your sails with the mighty winds of shared enthusiasm.

To arouse others, re-double your own dedication and dare to create an environment that is free of tension. Take joy in your projects. Harness the power of song and dance.

Today’s I Ching Hexagram for July 29th is 2: The Receptive

2: The Receptive

Hexagram 2
 
General Meaning: Great receptivity attracts exceptional results. The natural responsiveness of pure Yin energy brings about success through support and perseverance, rather than through bold action. Thus, the wise person demonstrates strength like a powerful but gentle mare. This hexagram, consisting of all yin lines, represents a power of the feminine principle no longer honored in our modern world, but such receptivity is most auspicious.

The receptive force is sensual as well as powerful, and it can be missed by too much talk and planning. When spring comes, does the grass plan to grow? This is a time to concentrate on realities rather than potentials — how to respond to a situation rather than how to direct it. A mature mare lets herself be guided, and is skilled at graceful acceptance. In a strong spiritual way, her quiet contribution is most effective and brings success.

Do not be too assertive at this time, for if you try to direct things, you are liable to become confused or alienated. Take your time. Draw strength from carefulness and you will be doubly fortunate. Focus more on feeling than on action. Be broad and deep in your attitudes so that you can accept everything that comes your way with grace and equanimity. Be receptive and spacious like the ocean; let the river of changing developments flow to you. Allow others to take the lead for now. Strive for a natural responsiveness that is based on inner strength rather than outer show.

The Subtle Body and Chakras

Originating in ancient India, and adopted by many alternative healing systems (including crystal healing), in the concept of the subtle body, which shares many of the principles of the aura. Linked to, but transcending the physical body, the subtle body is a scientifically undetectable network of channels (nadis), through which flows life-energy (prana). Our physical mental and spiritual well-being depends on prana flowing smoothly to all parts of the subtle body. If flow becomes sluggish, owing to a congested channel, or, on the other hand, too vigorous, then the likely result is physical illness or mental or spiritual unease. Identifying and correcting inappropriate energy patterns helps the body to regain balance, release stress and repair damage.

We can optimize the flow of prana by influencing the main receptors and distributors of life-energy in the subtle body, which are known as chakras (from the Sanskrit, “wheel”). The seven principal chakras are located in a line running down the centre of the body from just above the top of the head to the base of the spine. Each of these chakras governs certain physical, mental and spiritual aspects of our being and when functioning well, each chakra is believed to vibrate at the frequency of one of the colours of the rainbow spectrum. A malfunction in one chakra affects all the others, so it is important that the whole system is in balance.

Balancing chakras is at the heart of crystal healing. We can use crystals to “feed” each chakra with its main energetic colour. At the simplest level, placing one stone of the appropriate colour on each chakra for a minute will help to balance the whole system. This is by no means the only way to work with crystals and chakras, but it will be helpful in most cases.

The Aura

All living things have an aura – an energy field that surrounds the body. The aura is made up of several layers, which we cannot detect with our physical senses, but only using inner awareness.

Each layer of the aura contains certain aspects of our make-up. A problem in one layer will often affect other layers until the imbalance spreads through the aura and the body and manifests as distress or disease. Crystal healing can quickly clear away these subtle blemishes in the sam way that regular window cleaning allows maximum light to enter a room.

The layers of the aura are often represented like the concentric skins of an onion. In fact, the most subtle outer layers interpenetrated all the others, and they all weave together with the physical body.

Levels of the aura

Etheric body:  Closest to the physical, this acts as a blueprint for our organic body and shows imbalances just before they manifest on a physical level.

Emotional body:  This level is seen by psychics as swirls of colour that show our ever-changing emotions, it is easily cleared and balanced by crystals.

Mental body:  A structure that holds our ideas, beliefs and experiences. Stress here can lead to rigidity and prevent us from achieving our goals.

Astral body:  A boundary between everyday awareness and spiritual nature. Disorientation, fear and paranoia are symptomatic of imbalances here.

Spiritual bodies:  The subtle outer levels are more difficult to define. They feed us with universal energy, which helps us to reach ultimate fulfillment.

Crystal of the Day for July 27th is Agate

AGATE

Moss Agates considered to be most powerful. Aid in restoration of energy,
used in healing, and believed to bring wearer happiness, wealth, health, and
long life. Increases ability to ward off self-induced anger and inner
bitterness. Carnelian- gives protection and energy. Moss green-balances
emotional energy. Moss red-balances physical energy. Blue lace-gives
tranquility.

Gemstone of the Day for July 24 is Bloodstone

Gemstone of the Day

Bloodstone

This traditional names of the quartz family can be a little  misleading making the varieties seem more different from each other than they actually are. Bloodstone is essentially green jasper that has the addition of red brown or yellow markings created by iron oxides. However, this tiny variation brings quite a range of healing qualities, as well as making the best specimens – with distinct blood-red markings against a deep green base a sought-after carving material.

Identification and care

  • Good-quality bloodstone is used in the jewelry trade to lesser grades with smaller areas of colors are easier to find.

Magick

  • Offers protection from loss of life-energy
  • Helps to increase our worldly influence and prestige
  • Is traditionally linked with healing wounds and stopping blood-loss-a warrior’s stone. under the influence of the planet Mars

Chakras: Energy Hot Spots

Imagine energy flowing through pathways within the body, a little like blood flows through arteries and veins. Where these energy pathways cross each other, there is a concentration of power–an energy hot spot. And where many of the energy pathways cross each other, there is a major energy hot spot. The energy pathways are known as meridians (or, in Indian tradition, nadis) and the energy hot spots as chakras.

Locating the Chakras:

Crown: Top of head

Brow: Center of forehead, above eyebrows (also known as the third eye)

Throat: Center of throat

Heart: Center of chest

Solar plexus: Behind the soft cartilage at bottom of breastbone

Sacral:  Just below navel

Base: Coccyx (at base of spine)

Lady A’s Spell for July 21: Clean Body Of Negative Energy

Clean Body Of Negative Energy

Ingredients

1 white candle
1 black candle
1 green candle

Description

just as the name

Spell Casting

Clear ur mind then light the white candle. Say the following:
“Mother Earth, Fire, Wind, and Spirit. I ask thee to cleanse my body of all negative energies.”

Light the black candle and say the same as above,
Light green candle and say:
“Mothe Earth, Fire, Wind, Water, and Spirit. I ask thee to free and heal my body from all negative forces. Blessed be.”

Sit back. Keep mind clear. in 15 minutes u should feel renewed and fresh.

*Does not work for all*

Four Quarter

You average wall calendar divides the moon’s cycle into four equal phases called the first quarter, second quarter, third quarter, and fourth quarter. It would be remarkably nifty if these four quarters  matched the waxing full-waning-dark classification that the layperson observes by looking up into the night sky, but it isn’t so. The four quarters are each seven days long and as you probably know by observation, the full moon doesn’t last a week-long, nor does the dark moon.

The first quarter begins with the dark moon. The sun, moon, and the earth are all lined up during the beginning of the lunar cycle. This is a terrific time to launch new projects or undertakings, because the sun’s energy is traveling along the same energy paths as the moon’s energy, giving you a two-for-one zip to your magick. The moon rises in the early morning and sets around sunset, rising and setting a bit later each day. This is why you don’t see the moon for about three days; it’s keeping the same hours and position that the sun is keeping. When  the moon reaches a point where it’s setting slightly  later than the sun, it can be seen as a luminous slim crescent hanging low in the western sky for a few minutes after the sun goes down.  The first quarter is a good time to work on issues involving children, animals, plants and motivation.

The second quarter begins halfway between the dark moon and the full moon. The moon is seen as a half circle, which rise around mid-day and sets around twelve at night. The second quarter is excellent for expansion, patience, peace, family and harmony.

The third quarter begins with the full moon, rising at sunset and setting at dawn,  The full moon is ideal for powering those ventures you started at the dark moon and for almost everything knowledge, love, money, protection, dreams and psychic powers. Two days after a full moon is when the moon appears to begin waning. This begins a time of decrease; where you can prune away old and outgrown thoughts and  habits and discard what is no longer benefiting you. Use this energy for health and healing (as in banishing illness), protection, difficult decision and easing stress.

The fourth quarter begins halfway between the full moon and the dark moon. The moon rises just after midnight and sets around noon. This energy is good for justice, endings, separation, and limiting action or expansion.

These quarters aren’t absolute, of course; the moon moves through them all sequentially, occupying a lightly different position each day.

Using Moldavite to Enhance Your Psychic Gifts

Sit quietly in a room free of noise and clutter and hold a piece of moldavite in your left hand (nearest your heart). Close your eyes and concentrate on how the crystal feels in your palm. If the stone can help you, you will begin to feel a pulsating throb run through your fingers. At this point, place the stone in your pocket or, if it’s a piece of jewelry, put it on. You will start to receive premonitions within a few hours. These can appear as imaginary visions or as significant dreams. Make sure to write them down.

Citrine

The “cuddle quartz” as it is often called, carries the energy and colors of the sun. It is a harmonizing stone that can make you feel at peace with the world. If you are lonely hold a piece of citrine and feel the energy of love come into your soul. If you are angry with someone and want to vent your spleen, then citrine will calm you. When witches want a bit more money energy, they use citrine along with money spells. This is the stone of abundance, good luck and inspiration, so keep a piece on you at all times and you will never have to worry about paying your bills?

Amethyst

This lavender-purple crystal has a gentle vibration and can be used for healing or to help clam stress and nerves. When someone is not well, amethyst can be place near the ailing person or worn next to the skin. After the crystal has been worn for a week, it is best to rinse the stone in tepid water every evening for seven days and then let dry it overnight. When the healing process is done, leave the crystal overnight.

Wishing You A Very Happy Start To Your Work Week!

Good Monday morning, dear readers! I hope you are having a fantastic day so far. Let’s see Monday, we are back to normal, right? Wrong! Not your blog anyway. I thought today in between posts, I would take you back to our forefathers’ Pioneer Days. By this I mean, I will be posting authentic Pioneer Herbal Remedies some of these even still work today. I hope you find these posts useful and perhaps like me, you will find some even helpful. Have a great Monday, dear reader!

 

Basic Astral Projection

A practice method, to be performed initially while you’re  awake. Repeat as needed. Some show quick aptitude for astral prljection but it’s not unusual to require years of practice. Sometimes initial success is followed by a long period of challenge.

  1. Lie down, relax, shut your eyes.
  2. Visualize yourself standing at the foot of your bed, exactly as it is, looking at yourself.