Today we have a new moon with a solar eclipse. Most occultists agree this is not a good time to work magic or cast a spell because the Earth is in the "shadow" of the eclipse. However, this is a time of swift changes and a perfect time to work in your Book of Shadows. For this activity get out your Book of Shadows and sit at your altar. Clear your mind and think of three things you wish to change about yourself or your life. Next, on a blank page in your book, write down those things you wish ...
In many cities and towns, autumn leaves are at their peak. Social media abounds with pictures and photographs of trees in their autumn glory. The colors of gold, yellow, vibrant orange, and chartreuse pierce our visions and bring the promise of magickal wishes made manifest. In Colorado, where I live, people travel to the high country to behold the beauty of the changing aspen trees. For this spell you will need: A gathering of autumn leaves A piece of bread A cup of water Arrange the ...
We can't magically erase painful emotions, but we can invoke divine support for healing them and letting them go. Do this today by safely lighting a white candle and drawing a warm bath. Dissolve one cup Epsom salt and ¼ cup sea salt in the water, and scatter the petals of one white rose across the surface of the water. Stand outside the bath and direct your open palms toward the water. Imagine healing white light moving up from the core of the earth, through your feet, and into your ...
Depending on where you live, this is the last day of summer. It's time to say hail and farewell to the season that brings us picnics, butterflies, long lazy afternoons, and warm nights. Although summer may have been fun, many of us can hardly contain our anticipation for the upcoming autumn season. Sometimes we get giddy thinking about it. But before we welcome the season of fall, we need to give summer a proper farewell. For this spell you will need: A yellow candle A fireproof ...