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Spell For Tomorrow – Embracing Your True Self: A Cord Cutting Ritual

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Embracing Your True Self: A Cord Cutting Ritual

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

A black taper candle

Banishment herbal spell mix

Cut & Clear oil

A white or red skull candle (skulls focus on the mind)

Empowerment herbal spell mix

Master key oil

String or twine (dental floss will work in a pinch)

Good Juju soap

Magical tip: when I am attracting something I like to fill my candle with as much intention and yummy energy as possible. “You catch more flies with honey than vinegar is a well-known English proverb.” When I want to banish something I leave my candle empty of intention. Leave room so that what you are banishing can fill up the candle. 

HOW TO PERFORM:

Begin by cleansing your candles by running them under cold water for 30 seconds.

While holding your black candle connect with the patterns and beliefs you want to shed. Take 3 full breaths and blow out your breath over your candle as forcefully as you can. Visualize those outdated beliefs being pushed out of your body through your breath.

Start dressing your candle by engraving the old patterns and beliefs onto your candle. Cover the candle with the cut & clear oil. Move in a counter clockwise direction from bottom to top to draw away from you. Finish by applying the banishment herbal blend to your candle. Once your candle is fully dressed place your candle in a fire safe container on your altar.

While holding your white skull candle connect to your authentic self. Who do you want to be in society? Take 3 full breaths and blow your intention over your candle. whisper your intention to your candle. Fill it with your true self, your true desires, who you really want to be.

To dress your candle first choose a symbol or create a sigil for empowerment. Carve your symbol or sigil and your intention onto your candle. Next your candle in the master key oil. Move in a clockwise direction from the top to the bottom to draw your true self to the surface. Finally apply the empowerment herbal blend to your oiled candle. Once your candle is fully dressed and charged place your candle in a fire safe container on your altar next to your black candle.

Cut 8 or so inches of string. Tie one end to the wick on your black candle and tie the other end to the wick of your skull candle. Move the candles away from each other until the cord is taught.

Feel the cord keeping yourself attached to the societal beliefs you want to rid yourself of. Think of various times those beliefs have stopped you from being your authentic self. For an extra boost write your list on a piece of paper to burn once your candles are lit.

Once you feel ready, take a match, or a piece of wood (everyone has takeout chopsticks or toothpicks in their drawers) and light it on fire. Really feel this part! Take the piece of wood and hold it in the middle of the string, feeling the cord connecting yourself to the unwanted beliefs BURN AND SNAP!

Depending on the string used, it should spread to the two wicks, but if not simply light those two candles separately. While the candles are burning continue to feel any remains of those beliefs unchain you. Do some breath of fire, jump around, move vigorously to expel those beliefs from your body.

Take some time to divine any messages your candle flame has to offer. Candle flames can indicate possible blocks or results of your spell depending on the way it is burning.

Finish by burning the list if you have one in the black candle flame. Allow the candles to burn out.

Immediately go take a shower and clean yourself with the good Juju soap to attract good luck and fortune to you. Continue using the soap for 7 days for a powerful effect.

To dispose of your spell, carry the black candle far from your property and throw it into a trash can or dumpster that is emptied often. You can bury the remains of the white candle on your property or throw it into a bonfire that you are enjoying.

Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Monday

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Witches Correspondences for Monday

Day: Monday ( Moon-day)

Planet: Moon

Colors: Silver and White and Grey

Crystals: Moonstone, Pearl, Aquamarine, Silver, Selenite

Aroma: Jasmine, Lemon, Sandalwood, Moon Oil, African violet, Honeysuckle, Myrtle, Willow, and Wormwood

Herb: Moonwart

The sacred day of the Moon, personified by such goddesses as Selene, Luna, Diana, and Artemis. The Moon is ruler of flow affecting the changeable aspects of people. If a full moon falls on a Monday, its powers are at theirmmost potent. Magical aspects: peace, sleep, healing, compassion, friendships, psychic awareness, purification, and fertility

Monday is ruled by the moon – an ancient symbol of mystery and peace. Monday is a special day for mothers as the cycle of the moon has long been associated with the female menstrual cycle. Those wishing to conceive a baby would be wise to try on a Monday as the magic of motherhood is strong and pregnancy is in the air.

This is the proper day of the week to perform spells and rituals involving agriculture, animals, female fertility, messages, reconciliation’s, theft, voyages, dreams, emotions, clairvoyance, home, family, medicine, cooking, personality, merchandising, psychic work, Faerie magic, and Goddess rituals.

Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Sunday

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Correspondences for Sunday

Magickal Intentions: Growth, Advancements, Enlightenment, Rational Thought, Exorcism, Healing, Prosperity, Hope, Exorcism, Money

Incense: Lemon, Frankincense

Planet: Sun

Sign: Leo

Angel: Michael

Colors: Gold, Yellow, Orange and White

Herbs/Plants: Marigold, Heliotrope, Sunflower, Buttercup, Cedar, Beech, Oak

Stones: Carnelian, Citrine, Tiger’s Eye, Amber, Clear Quartz and Red Agate

Oil: (Sun) Cedar, Frankincense, Neroli, Rosemary

The first day of the week is ruled by the Sun. It is an excellent time to work efforts involving business partnerships, work promotions, business ventures, and professional success. Spells where friendships, mental or physical health, or bringing joy back into life are an issue work well on this day, too.

August 3, 2026 Current Southern Hemisphere/Tomorrow’s Northern Hemisphere Moon Phase

You can find more moon phase details on both of the websites used in this post by clicking on each hyperlink.

Source: nineplanets.org

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The Moon phase for August 3rd, 2026 is a Waning Gibbous phase. This is the first phase after the Full Moon where the illumination of the moon decreases each day until it reaches 50% (the Last Quarter phase).

The waning (shrinking) gibbous Moon will rise after sunset in the east, transit the meridian after midnight, before setting after sunrise in the west.

During this phase, the illumination of the moon will go down from 99.% to 50.1%. Technically, the phase starts as soon as the Full Moon has passed, but it can be difficult to calculate and differentiate the first stage of a Waning Gibbous Moon from a Full Moon when 98-99% of the Moon’s surface is illuminated.

Fun fact:

Phase Details:

Phase: Waning Gibbous

Moon age: 19.77 days

Moon illumination: 81.58%

Moon tilt: -73.299°

Moon angle: 0.52

Moon distance: 385,306.49 km

Moon sign: Aries

Source: MoonGiant.com

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious, you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else was born.

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Visit the August 2026 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase

The Waning Gibbous on August 3 has an illumination of 75%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On August 3 the Moon is 19.68 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

Phase Details:

Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 75%
Moon Age: 19.68 days
Moon Angle: 0.53°
Moon Distance: 377,588.04 km
Sun Angle: 0.53°
Sun Distance: 151,781,065.85 km

August 2, 2026 Current Northern Hemisphere Moon Phase

You can find more moon phase details on both of the websites used in this post by clicking on each hyperlink.

Source: nineplanets.org

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The Moon phase for today is a Waning Gibbous phase. This is the first phase after the Full Moon where the illumination of the moon decreases each day until it reaches 50% (the Last Quarter phase).

The waning (shrinking) gibbous Moon will rise after sunset in the east, transit the meridian after midnight, before setting after sunrise in the west.

During this phase, the illumination of the moon will go down from 99.% to 50.1%. Technically, the phase starts as soon as the Full Moon has passed, but it can be difficult to calculate and differentiate the first stage of a Waning Gibbous Moon from a Full Moon when 98-99% of the Moon’s surface is illuminated.

Fun fact:

Phase Details:

Phase: Waning Gibbous

Moon age: 18.74 days

Moon illumination: 89.07%

Moon tilt: -73.575°

Moon angle: 0.51

Moon distance: 389,065.07 km

Moon sign: Pisces

Source: MoonGiant.com

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious, you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else was born.

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Visit the August 2026 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase

The Waning Gibbous on August 2 has an illumination of 84%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On August 2 the Moon is 18.64 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the  Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

Phase Details:

Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 84%
Moon Age: 18.64 days
Moon Angle: 0.52°
Moon Distance: 382,477.36 km
Sun Angle: 0.53°
Sun Distance: 151,802,291.68 km

August 1st Birthday Leo Horoscope Traits

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May the next year of your life bring you more love, laughter, joy, happiness, enough income to cover what you have to have along with a little leftover for fun! May it bring you everything you want if it is supposed to be and everything you need. May sorrow be unknown, and any negativity be minimal. May the wind always be at your back

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Being a Leo born on August 1st…

 Astrological symbol: Lion. The sign of the Lion represents people born July 23 – August 22, when the Sun is placed in Leo. It symbolizes the willfulness and generosity that backs these natives.

 The Leo Constellation is one of the twelve constellations of the zodiac, with the brightest star being Alpha Leonis. It lies between Cancer to the West and Virgo to the East, covering an area of 947 square degrees between visible latitudes of +90° and -65°.

 In Italy it is called Leone and in Greece goes by the name Nemeaeus but the Latin origin of the August 1 zodiac sign, the Lion is in the name Leo.

 Opposite sign: Aquarius. This reflects upon vanity and amicability and the fact that a cooperation between the Leo and Aquarius sun signs, whether in business or love is beneficial for both parts.

 Modality: Fixed. This indicates how much mystery and honesty exists in the lives of those born on August 1 and how intuitive they are in general.

 Ruling house: The fifth house. This is a space of pleasures, from games, simple fun, social contact to love and intimate relations. This house also relates to children and their sheer joy and energy. Leos can express themselves properly in an understanding but also competitive and active environment.

 Ruling body: Sun. This celestial planet symbolizes faith and imagination. The Sun is equivalent to Helios, the god of light in Greek mythology. The Sun is also suggestive for the positivity component of these personalities.

 Element: Fire. This element symbolizes empowerment and fearlessness and is considered to influence the boldness and awareness of people born on August 1. Fire gets new meanings in association with the other elements, making things boil with water, heating up air and modeling earth.

 Lucky day: Sunday. Under the governing of the Sun, this day symbolizes possession and energy. It is suggestive for the Leo natives who are broad minded.

 Lucky numbers: 1, 3, 10, 13, 23.

 Motto: “I want!”

 People born on August 1 are strong and determined when it comes to their goals but also passionate and honorable when it comes to life principles. They hate nothing more than indecisiveness and laziness so they are quick to snap when dealing with such people. They are dependable but also very competitive so you need to be on their good side in order to get any help from them. They need to be central to the lives of those around them and turn quite moody when the whole attention is not on them.

 Positive Traits: These natives are one of the most convivial beings and are also full of energy. They are intelligent enough as well as to find exactly the most beneficial enterprises for them to waste this whole lot of energy. They are honorable and eager when surrounded by the right company. Their self sureness helps them get past difficult settings in life and they turn out to be great leaders and visionaries.

 Negative Traits: To be more aiding and caring to the people around them is one thing Leo needs to learn. Those born on this day are biased in regard of others or transformations not controlled by them and boastful and self sufficient when it come to them. They are sometimes domineering, conceit and very hard to handle.

Love and Compatibility:

Lucky Color:

Representative Birthstone:

Characteristic Flower:

Symbolic Metal:

Characteristics: August 1 Zodiac belongs to the first decan of LEO (July 23-August 1). This decan is under the supervision of the Sun. Those born in this period are creative and ambitious just like a true Leo and elegant but a little vain just as the Sun makes them be. This period is also said to magnify all the positive and negative characteristics of the Leo zodiac sign.

 Being born on the 1st day of the month shows a lot of independence, loyalty and energy. The numerology for August 1 is 1. This number reveals revels leadership qualities, great will power and an original approach to life, all wrapped in a charming personality. Those Leo can only be proud of this association as this is the number of achievers, of those who see the bigger picture and are set to follow their goals no matter what. August is the eight month of the year, bringing holidays and very hot, tense days. Those born in August are outgoing and adventurous. August 1 Zodiac people are perseverant and strong willed. August symbols that resonate with these people are the Peridot and Sardonyx as gemstones and Gladiolus and Poppy as plants. The name comes from Augustus Caesar, the roman emperor.

Statistics Say:

 Leo is said to be the eleventh zodiac sign on the list of most commonly met to least common signs in the horoscope. Odd numbered sign, it is of positive meaning attached to a preponderant masculine symbolism. This is highly representative for extrovert natives who are well-disposed and indiscreet. One of the archetypes used to describe this sign is the Healer. It seems there are many engineering people and technicians born under Leo. 
Famous people born on August 1 under the Leo zodiac sign: Francis Scott Key, William Clark, Yves Saint-Laurent and Coolio.

Click here to read more about traits for anyone’s birthday horoscope Source: tarot.com

If you were born on August 1…

August 01 Leo at Their Best: Dominant, grandiose, smooth

August 01 Leo at Their Worst: Sneaky, loud, difficult

What to Wear: Nothing that could possibly out-class the guest of honor. Arrange to fade into the background when the “star“ makes a grand entrance.

What to Eat: Caviar, foie gras, Chateaubriand and, of course, truffles!

Who to Invite: If heads of state can’t make themselves available, check if Beyonce, Brad Pitt, or a Kardashian might squeeze the soiree into their schedules.

Where to Go: A palace (or a diner that can be decorated like one) would be rather appropriate..

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You are a leader who is determined. Perhaps you are a little tough at times especially when you need to make decisions on the spot. You thrive on pressure and love variety although you can remain calm, at least on the outside. You will make an excellent boss provided you keep your anger in control. Privately, you are self-centered and worry a lot about your security financially. When you can, you splurge on others to enjoy some of the niceties in life.

August 1 horoscope shows that you are successful business-minded individuals. On the other hand, you can be most sensitive. You are good at marketing and research in addition to your many other talents.

Leos with an August 1 birthday are insightful people. Typically, you can see right through people’s lies and lines. People who are positive thinking and authentic are the ones that mostly surround you. You prefer to be around individuals who think the way you do.

As an August 1st birthday personality, you are gifted with the potential to become extremely wealthy. With your enthusiasm and social position, you can be thrown into the spotlight, but you love it. All heads turn when you grace a room with your presence.

The birthday astrology for August 1 also predicts that you are independent, attractive and spontaneous. Getting a hand out has never been your style. You work for what you have and are proud of it.

Also, you can be a stickler to details as you want everything in an orderly fashion. As a negative quality, August 1 Leo birthday people can be blunt, domineering and arrogant Lions.

The August 1st birthday love compatibility analysis shows that in love you are attention seeking, fun and lively. Your perfect love mate will pamper and spoil you. You feel you need this as a stimulus to a blissful partnership. For you, love and sex have definite distinctions.

Yes, you like your ego stroked and prefer a mate who doesn’t mind getting a little freaky every now and again. The Lion does reward those that are loyal. He will treat you like royalty as well. Also, you want someone to go the distance with you, not just someone when the weather is good.

If today August 1st is your birthday, you want the security of a lasting relationship. However, you have a mean streak, Leo. As a parent, you are likely strict.

You want to best out of them so, you can be guilty of pushing a little bit. Nonetheless, your children respect you and your opinion. You listen when your children talk as you know, it’s the key to having a healthy relationship.

Typically, the Lion born on an August 1st zodiac sign has strong features. There could be something special in your eyes. Those of you born on this day should guard against diseases relating to the mouth.

It is suggested that you visit your doctor regularly and exercise, and eat right. Also, you can be susceptible to pains and muscles aches. Eating lots of fruits will help keep you looking nice and trim. Otherwise, you are healthy individuals who pride themselves on looking and feeling their best.

Those with an August 1 birthday personality are bold and boastful Lions. This Leo sun sign person may be the attention-getter who is independent and loyal. You possess a heart that is open and giving. Sometimes, your heart is easy to break, but mostly, you have a strong constitution. You are sensitive yet strong at the same time.

The August 1st horoscope meanings suggest that these Leos are protective individuals who love to spoil and be spoiled. A relationship with a person born on this day can be fun and intriguing as you love the finer things in life. You are destined to be successful. However, the person born on August 1 should stay grounded. Humility is often honored by most.

Birthday Planet

Your ruling planet is the Sun that symbolizes royalty, author, leadership, and independence.

Birthday Symbols

The Lion Is The Symbol For The Leo Zodiac Sign

Birthday Tarot Card

Your Birthday Tarot Card is The Magician. This card symbolizes a creative person with excellent decision-making skills. The Minor Arcana cards are Five of Wands and Knight of Wands

Lucky Numbers

Number 1 – This number stands for leadership, enthusiasm, motivation and people skills.
Number 9 – This number symbolizes a humanitarian number, a helpful nature, patience, and telepathy.

Lucky Colors

Orange: This color signifies the beginning of a new day, positive energy, happiness, and faithfulness.
Gold: This is a color that stands for prosperity, splendor, success, and abundance.

Lucky Day

Sunday – This day ruled by the Sun helps you analyze your plans, motivate people to fulfill your dreams and goals.

Birthstone Ruby

Ruby gemstone is known to stimulate your mental faculties and help you become more confident and energetic.

Ideal Zodiac Birthday

Gold engraved lighter for the Leo man and a gift basket of fancy chocolates, jams, jellies, and cookies for the woman. The August 1  birthday horoscope predicts that you like lavish gifts.

August 2026 Moon Phase Calendar

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August 2026 Moon Phase Calendar Source: mooncalendar.astro-seek.com

Date Moon Phase
(Lunar Phase)		 Moon Sign
Organs influenced by the Moon Sign
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Surgery
Sat Aug 1 Waning Gibbous Moon Waning Gibbous PiscesPisces Feet, toes, pineal gland Yes
Sun Aug 2 Waning Gibbous Moon Waning Gibbous PiscesPisces

from 20:37

(8:37 pm)

AriesAries

 Feet, toes, pineal gland Yes
Mon Aug 3 Waning Gibbous Moon Waning Gibbous AriesAries Head, teeth, tongue, arteries Yes
Tue Aug 4 Waning Gibbous Moon Waning Gibbous AriesAries Head, teeth, tongue, arteries Yes
Wed Aug 5 Waning Gibbous Moon Waning Gibbous
from 02:36 am

TaurusTaurus

 Neck, vocal cords, throat, thyroid gland Yes
Thu Aug 6 Last Quarter Moon Last Quarter TaurusTaurus Neck, vocal cords, throat, thyroid gland Yes
Fri Aug 7 Waning Crescent Moon Waning Crescent
from 06:08 am

GeminiGemini

 Shoulders, arms, hands, bronchial tubes, lungs Yes
Sat Aug 8 Waning Crescent Moon Waning Crescent GeminiGemini Shoulders, arms, hands, bronchial tubes, lungs Yes
Sun Aug 9 Waning Crescent Moon Waning Crescent
from 07:46 am

CancerCancer

 Stomach, mucosa, breast, womb, ovary Yes
Mon Aug 10 Waning Crescent Moon Waning Crescent CancerCancer Stomach, mucosa, breast, womb, ovary Yes
Tue Aug 11 Waning Crescent Moon Waning Crescent
from 08:38 am

LeoLeo

 Heart, aorta, blood pressure, blood circulation Yes
Wed Aug 12 NEW MOON, Solar Eclipse NEW MOON
at 17:36

Solar Eclipse

 LeoLeo Heart, aorta, blood pressure, blood circulation No
Thu Aug 13 Waxing Crescent Moon Waxing Crescent
from 10:18 am

VirgoVirgo

 Pancreas, small intestine, digestive tract –
Fri Aug 14 Waxing Crescent Moon Waxing Crescent VirgoVirgo Pancreas, small intestine, digestive tract –
Sat Aug 15 Waxing Crescent Moon Waxing Crescent VirgoVirgo

from 14:20

(2:20 pm)

LibraLibra

 Pancreas, small intestine, digestive tract –
Sun Aug 16 Waxing Crescent Moon Waxing Crescent LibraLibra Kidney, ureter, urinary bladder, veins, skin –
Mon Aug 17 Waxing Crescent Moon Waxing Crescent LibraLibra

from 21:46

(9:46 pm)

ScorpioScorpio

 Kidney, ureter, urinary bladder, veins, skin –
Tue Aug 18 Waxing Crescent Moon Waxing Crescent ScorpioScorpio Genitals, anus, urethra, prostate –
Wed Aug 19 First Quarter Moon First Quarter ScorpioScorpio Genitals, anus, urethra, prostate –
Thu Aug 20 First Quarter Moon First Quarter
from 08:30 am

SagittariusSagittarius

 Liver, hips, thighs, sacrum –
Fri Aug 21 Waxing Gibbous Moon Waxing Gibbous SagittariusSagittarius Liver, hips, thighs, sacrum –
Sat Aug 22 Waxing Gibbous Moon Waxing Gibbous SagittariusSagittarius

from 20:59

(8:59 pm)

CapricornCapricorn

 Liver, hips, thighs, sacrum –
Sun Aug 23 Waxing Gibbous Moon Waxing Gibbous CapricornCapricorn Backbone, joints, knees, skin, hair –
Mon Aug 24 Waxing Gibbous Moon Waxing Gibbous CapricornCapricorn Backbone, joints, knees, skin, hair –
Tue Aug 25 Waxing Gibbous Moon Waxing Gibbous
from 09:02 am

AquariusAquarius

 Calf, ankle, shin, Achilles –
Wed Aug 26 Waxing Gibbous Moon Waxing Gibbous AquariusAquarius Calf, ankle, shin, Achilles –
Thu Aug 27 Waxing Gibbous Moon Waxing Gibbous AquariusAquarius

from 19:04

(7:04 pm)

PiscesPisces

 Calf, ankle, shin, Achilles –
Fri Aug 28 FULL MOON, Lunar Eclipse FULL MOON
at 04:18

Lunar Eclipse

 PiscesPisces Feet, toes, pineal gland NO!
Sat Aug 29 Waning Gibbous Moon Waning Gibbous PiscesPisces Feet, toes, pineal gland Yes
Sun Aug 30 Waning Gibbous Moon Waning Gibbous
from 02:38 am

AriesAries

 Head, teeth, tongue, arteries Yes
Mon Aug 31 Waning Gibbous Moon Waning Gibbous AriesAries Head, teeth, tongue, arteries Yes
Attention:
Surgical operations are generally recommended during the Waning Moon, because human body is healing better after surgery.

However, try to avoid surgeries of the organs under the influence of the zodiac sign the Moon is in on the day of the surgery. These organs are more sensitive when the Moon is passing the sign they are affiliated with and their surgery is not recommended.

Astronomy Picture of the Day – July 2026

Source: apod.nasa.gov

2026 July 31: NGC 4372 and the Dark Doodad
2026 July 30: Red Sun through Wildfire Smoke
2026 July 29: Psyche Receives Gravity Assist from Mars
2026 July 28: Barnards Loop over Twin Volcanoes
2026 July 27: NGC 7635: The Bubble Nebula
2026 July 26: Simulation TNG50: A Galaxy Cluster Forms
2026 July 25: Tranquility and Serenity
2026 July 24: RCW 86: Historical Supernova Remnant
2026 July 23: The Large Magellanic Cloud
2026 July 22: The Corona Australis Cloud and the Chandelier Cluster
2026 July 21: Turtle Rock on Mars
2026 July 20: NGC 3576: The Statue of Liberty Nebula
2026 July 19: Flying Saucer Crash Lands in Utah Desert
2026 July 18: Shadow and Rainbow
2026 July 17: The Dust Trail of Comet Tempel 2
2026 July 16: NGC 300: A Cosmic Gemstone with Stars and Gas Clouds
2026 July 15: Gigantic Jet Over the Tatacoa Desert
2026 July 14: Double Lobed Asteroid Torifune
2026 July 13: Auroras from Space
2026 July 12: Galaxy NGC 474: Shells and Star Streams
2026 July 11: Messier 24: Sagittarius Star Cloud
2026 July 10: Western Moon, Eastern Sea
2026 July 09: The Red Glow of the Cosmic Bat Nebula
2026 July 08: Swift Boost Mission
2026 July 07: NGC 6188: Dragons of Ara
2026 July 06: Dueling Bands over the Atacama Desert
2026 July 05: Saturns Iapetus: Painted Moon
2026 July 04: Pathfinder on Mars
2026 July 03: Three Galaxies in Pavo
2026 July 02: Sibling Supernova Remnants
2026 July 01: The Cotton Candy Clouds of Rho Ophiuchi

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THOSE BORN IN AUGUST!

Happy and joyful birthday wishes from Lady Carla Beltane with the WOTC Family and Friends!!

May the next year of your life bring you more love, laughter, joy, happiness, enough income to cover what you have to have along with a little leftover for fun! May it bring you everything you want if it is supposed to be and everything you need. May sorrow be unknown, and any negativity be minimal. May the wind always be at your back.

(One Person’s Viewpoint) Many Different Types of Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondences

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Many Different Types of Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondences Source: witcheslore.com

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Table of Contents

Moon Phases and their Magical Potentials

Deities and their Magical Potentials

Zodiac Signs and their Magical Potentials

Herbs and their magical properties

Spices and their magical properties

Flowers and their Magical Properties

Chocolates and their Magical Properties

Crystals, Gemstones and their Magical Properties

Woods and their Magical Properties

Metals and their Magical Properties

Colours and their Magical Properties

Essential Oils and Their Magical Properties

Sabbats and their Magical Potentials

Months and their Magical Potentials

Days and their Magical Potentials

Times in the Day and their Magical Potentials

Directions and their Magical Potentials

Elements and their Magical Potentials

Candle Colours and their Magical Properties

Types of Candles and their Magical properties

Scented Candles and their Magical properties

Incense and their Magical Properties

Planets and their Magical Potentials

Weather Conditions and their Magical Potentials

Animals and their Magical Potentials

The Futhark Runes and their Meanings

(One Person’s View Point) Magick Zodiac Color Correspondences

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MAGICK ZODIAC COLOR CORRESPONDENCE

Aquarius January 20-February 18 – blue
Pisces February 19-march 20 – white
Aries march 21-April 19 – white
Taurus April 20-may 20 – red
Gemini may 21-June 21 – red
cancer June 22-July 22 – green
Leo July 23-august 22 – green
Virgo august 23-September 22 – gold
Libra September 23-October 22 – black
Scorpio October 23-November 21 – brown
Sagittarius November 22-December 21 – gold
Capricorn December 22-January 19 – red

(One Person’s Viewpoint) Astral Color Correspondences for Astrology, Spells and Magick

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Astral Color Correspondences for Astrology, Spells & Magick

Color correspondences are just one more valuable ingredient in any astrological reading of a horoscope or interpretation of zodiac influences, but they are equally important when combining astrology with a magic spell or ritual. The appropriate colors for a particular astrological sign, zodiac sigil, or horoscope chart when combined with a spell or incantation can be included to symbolize the intent or purpose of the spell being cast. The traditional associations for particular colors as listed below are intended to provide the historical, traditional correspondences of color as employed over the last few centuries.

Aquarius (Jan 20-Feb 18): Sky Blue

Pisces (Feb 19-Mar 20): Lavender

Aries (Mar 21-Apr 19): Red

Taurus (Apr 20-May 20): Green

Gemini (May 21-Jun 21): Pink

Cancer (Jun 22-Jul 22): Silver

Leo (Jul 23-Aug 22): Gold

Virgo (Aug 23-Sep 22): Navy

Libra (Sep 23-Oct 22): Green

Scorpio (Oct 23-Nov 21): Red

Sagittarius (Nov 22-Dec 21): Navy

Capricorn (Dec 22-Jan19): Brown

Correspondences Every Witch Should Know – Candle Colors

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Candle Colors

A basic white candle is good and covers pretty much every intent. However, if you want to add power to your intent pick a coloured candle that mirrors your objective.

Here is a basic colour guide, but it is your choice – if a colour shouts at you to be used, go with your instinct.

Abundance – green, copper, gold

Astral travel – silver, black, purple, blue

Balance – white, silver, green, rainbow

Banishing negativity – black, white, purple

Binding – red, black

Blessing or consecrating – white, lilac, light blue

Cleansing – white

Changes – dark blue, yellow, white

Closure – black

Communication – yellow, white

Confidence – brown, orange, red, yellow

Creativity – orange, yellow

Defence – black, purple, white, dark blue

Divination – gold, lilac, yellow, black

Dreams – silver, purple, dark blue

Employment – orange, brown

Energy – gold, red

Exorcism – black, purple

Fertility – green, brown

Friendship – gold, pink, brown

Gossip, to stop – black, purple, white

Happiness – yellow, pink

Healing – light blue, yellow, pink, pale green

Love – pink, red, white

Luck – green, orange, gold

Money – green, gold

Meditation – purple, white, silver

Mental clarity – yellow, orange, white

Peace – white, black, pink, light blue

Protection – black, white, blue

Psychic powers – purple, black, white, lilac

Transformation – white, orange

Spirit contact – black, purple, lilac

Strength – red, gold, orange

Success – orange, green, gold

Truth seeking – black

Wisdom – purple, black, white


Source: Pagan Portals – Kitchen Witchcraft: Crafts of a Kitchen Witch by Rachel Patterson

Spell for Tomorrow – Leaf Spell for Release

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Leaf Spell for Release

Take a walk in nature and reflect on what no longer serves you. Collect a leaf and use it to cast this spell to let go pain and the past so you can summon peace and restore your sense of inner harmony.

I love casting this spell in fall, especially around the fall harvest festival known as Mabon. The fall is a wonderfully transformative time. As the leaves begin to change color and drop to the ground, we are reminded that sometimes we need to let go in order to change.

ITEMS NEEDED

leaf

ziploc bag

chopstick or something similar

STEPS

1. Go for a walk outside and reflect on what you would like to let go of

2. Collect a newly fallen leaf

3. Place the leaf in a ziploc bag and use the chopstick to “write” the thing you want to let go of on the leaf. Press on the leaf through the ziploc bag firmly enough to see the marks on the leaf, but be careful not to tear the leaf.

4. Take the leaf outside. Focus on releasing what no longer serves you and recite the incantation below. Let go of the leaf and release it back to nature.

“The past I leave with this leaf,

let go of pain and summon peace”

Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Saturday

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Correspondence for Saturday Source: ancientpathway.com

Saturday
Magickal Intentions:
Spirit Communications, Meditation, Psychic Attack or Defense, Locating Lost Things and Missing Persons, Building, Life, Doctrine, Protection, Knowledge, Authority, Limitations, Boundries, Time and Death		 Incense:
Black Poppy Seed
Myrrh
Planet:
Saturn		 Sign:
Capricorn
Aquarius		 Angel:
Cassiel
Colors:
Black
Grey
Indigo		 Herbs/Plants:
Myrrh
Moss
Hemlock
Wolfsbane
Coltsfoot
Nightshade
Fir		 Stones:
Jet
Smokey Quartz
Amethyst
Black Onyx
Snowflake Obsidian
Lava
Pumice

August 1, 2026 Current Southern Hemisphere/Tomorrow’s Northern Hemisphere Moon Phase

You can find more moon phase details on both of the websites used in this post by clicking on each hyperlink.

Source: nineplanets.org

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The Moon phase for August 1st, 2026 is a Waning Gibbous phase. This is the first phase after the Full Moon where the illumination of the moon decreases each day until it reaches 50% (the Last Quarter phase).

The waning (shrinking) gibbous Moon will rise after sunset in the east, transit the meridian after midnight, before setting after sunrise in the west.

During this phase, the illumination of the moon will go down from 99.% to 50.1%. Technically, the phase starts as soon as the Full Moon has passed, but it can be difficult to calculate and differentiate the first stage of a Waning Gibbous Moon from a Full Moon when 98-99% of the Moon’s surface is illuminated.

Fun fact:

Phase Details:

Phase: Waning Gibbous

Moon age: 17.71 days

Moon illumination: 94.71%

Moon tilt: -72.208°

Moon angle: 0.51

Moon distance: 392,621.29 km

Moon sign: Pisces

Source: MoonGiant.com

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious, you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else was born.

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Visit the August 2026 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase

The Waning Gibbous on August 1 has an illumination of 91%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On August 1 the Moon is 17.7 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

Phase Details:

Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 91%
Moon Age: 17.70 days
Moon Angle: 0.51°
Moon Distance: 387,023.20 km
Sun Angle: 0.53°
Sun Distance: 151,821,210.07 km

Divination Journal

Lady Carla Beltane picks out the symbol, rune, tarot card, etc., but the information is from the website in the hyperlink or from a book. The description of these is one person’s view on them.

Tarot Card

Source: The Green Witch Tarot Companion by Ann Moura. With the art done by Kiri Ostergaard Leonard. Pages 178-179

Six of Wands – Minor Arcana

This is a card of career victory and public acclaim. There may be an award, a certificate, a trophy, or praise for a job well done involved. This card could represent a pay raise, bonus, or promotion for good results in achieving important goal in one’s career or creative project. It can also represent a personal rather than public experience wherein one has sense of ability proven through good financial returns or praise from outside sources, as with artistic endeavors. One’s self-image may be enhanced through winning or placing well in a competition, such as one involving sports, games, art,literature, or media work. There may be a prize involved or some other recognition that is meaningful  to the person receiving it. The indication is of a well-earned victory in which the success is merited and others are aware of this. There may have been difficulties that needed to be surmounted to gain success and public recognition for outstanding performance.

Red poppies, for assertiveness, challenges, and support,  are in the victory wreath. A sparrow, a symbol of dignity, assertiveness, loyalty, and manifestation, flies ahead of the rider.

Meaning: Victory in a career or creative enterprise, public recognition, acclaim, job well done, efforts rewarded, goals achieved after difficulties, acknowledgement, honors, advancement,  successful self-expression, career goals achieved, gains from one’s own efforts.

Prompt Words: Career victory, public acclaim.

Animal Spirit Guide and Helper

Source: UniGuide.com

Giraffe

Giraffe symbolism and meanings include aspiration, uniqueness, the gift of prophecy, and other distinguished traits. Giraffes are truly unique animals who are native only to sub-Saharan Africa. Therefore, genuine giraffe mythology and folklore originated in the cultures of the African continent. Throughout these cultures, the giraffe is held in high regard, and the giraffe spirit animal is seen as a between who can connect the material world to the heavens.

Table of Contents

What does a giraffe symbolize?

Detailed Giraffe Symbolism and Meanings

Giraffe Meanings in Mythology and Folklore

African Giraffe Symbolism and Legends

Giraffe Spirit Animal

Giraffe Power Animal

Giraffe Totem

Giraffe Dream Meaning

Giraffe Tattoo Meanings

Organizations that Protect Giraffes

Runes

Source: twowander.com

Fehu – “Cattle/Wealth”

The first of the Elder Futhark, Fehu indicates prosperity and material wealth, either won or earned income. It can represent good luck, abundance and financial success in the near future. It can also relate to social success. Not everyone chooses to read a rune as reversed (“merkstave”) if it comes up that way, but if doing so resonates with you- its reversed meaning may indicate the loss of personal possessions or income, a dip in self-esteem or some other kind of struggles. In Tarot, this could be seen as The Tower card.

KEYWORDS: Abundance, luck, hope, prosperity

Witches’ Runes

 

Romance

Trinity: Triple goddess, life/death/rebirth, trinity, love

Some people read this witches rune as a flower – new life, birth, fertility, love. I tend to read it more like the triquetra – life/death/rebirth cycles, triple goddess, etc. It’s completely up to you how YOU interpret these!

I Ching

Source: psychic-revelation.com

Hexagram Twelve/12

Name: P’i.

Keyphrase: Stagnation.

Formed By The Trigrams: Heaven over Earth.

General: Although this is a time of adversity you should remember that all things change and there is always hope.

Love: A lover or potential lover may not be what they seem. Beware of falling in love.

Business: New business ventures may be too good to be true. Examine them carefully.

Personal: Strengthen your moral and ethical senses. Don’t be led astray.

Overview: P’i relates to a time of stagnation and to the fragility of life. If the foundations are weak or unstable then a building will eventually fall. This analogy should also be applied to people. P’i often indicates a time when arrogant individuals come to power or occupy positions of authority. Their arrogance will eventually be their downfall. Beware of individuals trying to subvert your sense of ethics or the consequences will be far-reaching for you.

Numerology

Source: worldnumerology.com

Six

The 6 is considered the most harmonious of all single-digit numbers in numerology.

The Numerology Meaning of the Number 6: THE CARETAKER

The most important attribute of the 6 is its loving, caring nature. Aptly nicknamed the motherhood/fatherhood number, the 6 is all about sacrifice, healing, protecting, and teaching others.

No family or community can function without the attention of the 6 – it is the glue that keeps a family and community together.

Creating an environment of peace and harmony is always at the forefront.

The 6 is graceful, warm, and has a good sense of humor.

On the negative side, the 6 can be jealous and small-minded, often focusing on small details while ignoring the bigger picture (often to their own detriment).

The 6 can be conventional, and must be wary of adopting the opinions of others instead of using their own mind.

They can also be smug and arrogant, especially toward authority figures and institutions. Sometimes annoyingly self-righteous, the 6 can become an intolerant zealot. A disproportional number of people with OCD have the 6 prominent in their charts and can suffer from anxiety and other phobias.

The 6, while loving, caring, and full of sympathy for others, can be self-centered and egotistical if people at the receiving end don’t show the gratitude expected. Typically, however, those fortunate enough to receive the attention of the 6 genuinely appreciate and cherish them in return.

Numerology views no number as without weaknesses and faults; that said, the 6 remains the most harmonious and stable among them. Perhaps for that reason, when the 6 (occasionally) falls into discord, it can become the most destructive and dangerous of all numbers. Beware of a cynical or angry 6, who can become a merciless wolf in sheep’s clothing.

Angel Number

(One Person’s View) The Deep Meaning of the Triple Goddess Symbol

The hyperlink is for a good video about the Triple Goddess. I hope you find it enjoyable and informative.

The Deep Meaning of the Triple Goddess Symbol | SymbolSage

Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondences for Friday

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Friday Source: otherworldlyoracle.com

Friday is a magical day of the week named for one of two goddesses: Freya or Frigg. Both are Norse goddesses and it’s debated whether Friday is named after one or the other. Some say they’re the same goddess, further complicating the matter. Freya and Frigg share similar qualities, which are good intentions for Friday magick: love, motherhood, marriage, emotions, female fertility, the household, passion, beauty, war and death. Friday is ruled by the planet Venus, Venus was also a goddess of love, passion, etc. When you think of Friday think the day of LOVE and passion.

Friday Magic Correspondences:

Magical Intentions: love, passion, sex, home and hearth, family, motherhood, female fertility, death, beauty

Crystals/stones: rose quartz, pink tourmaline, moonstone, jade, peridot, emerald, ruby

Herbs: red hibiscus, rose, lavender, rosemary, jasmine, blue lotus, violet, birch, sage, ivy

Gods/Goddesses: Freya, Frigg, Venus, Aphrodite

July 31, 2026 Current Southern Hemisphere/Tomorrow’s Northern Hemisphere Moon Phase

You can find more moon phase details on both of the websites used in this post by clicking on each hyperlink.

Source: nineplanets.org

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The Moon phase for July 31st, 2026 is a Waning Gibbous phase. This is the first phase after the Full Moon where the illumination of the moon decreases each day until it reaches 50% (the Last Quarter phase).

The waning (shrinking) gibbous Moon will rise after sunset in the east, transit the meridian after midnight, before setting after sunrise in the west.

During this phase, the illumination of the moon will go down from 99.% to 50.1%. Technically, the phase starts as soon as the Full Moon has passed, but it can be difficult to calculate and differentiate the first stage of a Waning Gibbous Moon from a Full Moon when 98-99% of the Moon’s surface is illuminated.

Fun fact:

Phase Details:

Phase: Waning Gibbous

Moon age: 16.68 days

Moon illumination: 98.35%

Moon tilt: -67.553°

Moon angle: 0.5

Moon distance: 395,933.82 km

Moon sign: Aquarius

Source: MoonGiant.com

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious, you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else was born.

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Visit the July 2026 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase

The Waning Gibbous on July 31 has an illumination of 96%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On July 31 the Moon is 16.7 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

Phase Details:

Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 96%
Moon Age: 16.70 days
Moon Angle: 0.51°
Moon Distance: 391,762.77 km
Sun Angle: 0.53°
Sun Distance: 151,841,105.54 km