an invincible summer

Where am I now in my path? - This card represents where you are at in this moment in regards to your path, both your views on it as well as what is really going on with it.

Where am I able to be? - This is where you have the potential to be RIGHT NOW. This is not a “where you will be in the future” or a “where your path will lead you” card, but rather a representation of the place you could be in at this moment that you just need to tweak a few things to get to.

What are my current strengths? - This is what you are doing well with at the moment. It could be anything from having a good mental space or being great at giving advice to what kind of spellwork you are doing best at. Whatever it is, you’re doing a good job so be proud.

What are my weaknesses/What do I need to work on? - This is what you arent doing so good at right now, but that you do need to get better at. Whatever comes up in this spot is very important for you to learn for some reason, so itll be good to work on it. Dont feel bad or ashamed, because no one is amazing at everything! Just dedicate some extra time to this and you will get loads better.

What should my next steps be? - This card represents the next steps you need to take to get you to where you could be (card 2), so heed it. It could be to work on your relationship with other beings, work on another aspect of the craft, or to work on yourself. Whatever it is, listen.

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- meditate. even five minutes every day does wonders for developing self-understanding and your connection to the earth and spiritual realm.

- hone your intent- your most powerful tool. write your desires on a piece of paper and seal it with wax, or burn it (safely) in a candle. since intent is usually represented by fire, stare into flame and imagine it manifesting as your intentions or a kind of familiar that will stay will you and help you in your journey.

- consecrate your food. before eating, consider its origins and thank all that is responsible for bringing it to you. 

- create an altar. this can be as complex or as simple as you like- crystals and candles help, but all you truly need is your intent and any objects that prompt you to consider and value whatever you dedicate your altar to (a deity, nature, a festival, yourself…)

- develop a habit of starting or ending your day with some yoga. as you do so, make sure to thank the sun for rising and for setting, the moon for being so serene and the stars for all the stories they hold.

- connect with the elements. whether you are walking, sitting, falling asleep- balance yourself by acknowledging the elements. for example, notice your breath (air), notice the weight of your body or your contact with the ground (earth), notice your thoughts and emotions, or simply the saliva in your mouth (water) and notice your heartbeat (fire).

- bath magic! this is a favourite of mine simply because it is so versatile- use salts, bath bombs, candles, crystals, lavender or petals in order to clear negativity, cleanse for a spell, honour a deity, help heal yourself, strengthen self love and care, renew intentions and goals…

- practice a grounding exercise- do some research into what kind of grounding you like the most. I usually imagine roots drawing up energy from the earth’s core.

- go outside for the sake of going outside. talk to the flowers and trees and wind. acknowledge the extraordinary complexities of nature- how science and magic flows and interacts to form our beautiful planet.

+ enchant your lip balm or lipstick for a boost of confidence when speaking

+ enchant a middle finger ring to jinx anyone who you flip off with bad luck 

+ enchant your earrings or ear studs for better hearing or to hear when people are talking shit about you

+ enchant your bus or train card so that you’ll never miss a bus or train again

+ enchant eyeliner to make your eyes more striking or to instil fears in the hearts of anyone who you glare at

+ enchant a wristwatch to remind you to look at it at vital times if you’re going to be late

+ enchant shoes to motivate your feet to pick up the pace 

+ enchant a pen to attract compliments about your handwriting or keep your handwriting from devolving into chicken scratch

+ enchant earphones or headphones to repel people who want to bother you when you’re listening to your music

+ enchant coin purses or wallets to keep you from dropping cards or losing your money

I recently moved into a new flat, so now seems a good time to share my personal methods of warding!✨

DISCLAIMER - warding is a deeply personal thing - although these are my preferred methods there is no single ‘right’ way to ward - do whatever works best for you!✨

✨CLEANSE✨

Always a good idea, particularly if you’re moving into rented or shared accommodation. Normally I would have used incense smoke but as I didn’t have any to hand I did an energy cleanse.

✨The First Layer✨

My first layer of warding is an energy ward designed to Shield My Space From Unwelcome Eyes - to create this I gathered my energy and focused it on constructing a barrier (I visualise it as solid white glow) which follows the contours of my room.

✨Side note - when creating your wards, don’t forget to cover all bases - you don’t want to put all your energy into a ward that leaves gaps such as corners or the floor and ceiling ✨

✨The Second Layer✨

My second layer of warding is another, more powerful energy ward, constructed the same way but imbued with much more energy (PLEASE be very careful not to exhaust yourself) designed to Rebound Physical or Emotional Pain Aimed At Me Onto Those Who Would Cause It - this is a slightly more offensive ward and should deter malicious entities by reflecting their negative intentions back into themselves.

✨The Third Layer✨

Instead of creating a third energy ward, I reinforce my protection using a protective ‘potion’ (the ingredients can be found below) with which I annointed the doors and windows, added a range of specific sigils for protection to various spots and sprayed the perimeter.

I may add further layers of energy warding in the future but I find it best not to expend too much strength in any single session.

✨Home Protection Water✨

Rose Water

Witch hazel

Cinnamon

Salt

Rosemary

a beginners guide to the sabbat mabon

MABON DATES 2019:

NH: 21st-29th sepetember with the autumn equinox on the 23rd.

SH: 21st-29th march with the autumn equinox on the 23rd.

What is it?

Mabon is the autumn celebration of balance. It’s the day equal day and equal night. Mabon is the time to pay respect to the darker days coming, but also give thanks to the summer and harvest that we’re leaving behind. It’s the time for rest, rejuvenation, letting go and showing thanks.

What is associated with it?

Mabon is associated with earthy colours such as red,brown and green, apples,berries, ground vegetables, spices, leaves that have fallen and acorns. The crystals that are associated with the sabbat are quartz, amber and anything in those yellows and reds.

Activities to do :

give thanks and offerings to summer related deities such as Apollo

complete any unfinished projects and resolve any issues

harvest the final batch of herbs to dry

decorate your alter or shrines

burn incense (apple,sage, ginger etc)

wear mabon coloured clothes

meditate

now is the sabbat to perform protection and balance spells

honour spirits and ancestors, and leave offerings to nature and in graveyards for the spirits still walking

have a meal with loved ones (it’s our thanksgiving basically)

FOOD!! : breads, meats, any comfort food

relax and clean your room for the upcoming winter

remove any negative energies for summer

Hellenic Mabon:

ingredients:

adapted from a recipe in the Simple Things magazine

a cup of soothing warmth and comfort, perfect for autumn equinox or Là Samhna.

500ml of cloudy apple juice (harvests, bounty, prosperity, generosity)

100ml of single malt whiskey (warmth, comfort, protection)

2 cloves (protection, attraction, wealth)

1 cinnamon stick (warmth, happiness, contentment, thankfulness)

2 sprigs of rosemary (protection, cleansing, healing)

1 bay leaf (protection, wish granting, good luck)

3 cardamom pods, bashed (relaxation, familial love)

1 dessert spoon of brown sugar (prosperity, generosity)

method:

🍎add the apple juice, spices and sugar to a sauce pan and simmer on a low heat for 30 minutes.

🍎take off of the heat and add the whiskey.

🍎serve warm, in mugs.

a simple honey based jar spell to sweeten a pre-existing bond

🐝 gather: honey, sugar, lemon seeds, a jar, a candle. 

🐝 find a taglock of you and the person

🐝 mix the honey, sugar, and lemon seeds together in the jar. 

🐝 optional, light a yellow/orange/pink candle, depending on the nature of the relationship.

🐝 put the taglock in the jar, chant:

Sweet as sugar, by this honeyed spell, only in nectarous feelings our bond shall dwell puckered lips, our love shall never be sour, from these seeds sweeter feelings flower

🐝 seal with wax (optional).

From an ask I received. 

Channel lunar energy and store it in a crystal for later use

Make moon water

Perform any spells for manifestation, power, enlightenment, strong emotions, charging, cleansing, and even banishing

Leave offerings for the moon

Cleanse and charge all of your witchy stuff

Cleanse and recharge yourself in general

Cleanse your home

Put up new wards or renew wards that are currently in place

Take a ritual bath using herbs and oils that represent the moon (jasmine, lemon, sandalwood, honeysuckle, for example)

Incorporating the elements

Air

Draw the sigil in the air using incense

Draw the sigil on your body and go for a walk

Energetically trace sigils in the air and let the wind carry and charge them

Draw the sigil on paper, rip it up, and let the wind blow it away

Draw the sigil onto a flag, let it blow in the wind

Trace the sigil in the air with your hand, push it away

Draw or attach the sigil to a windchime

Leave the sigil outside during a windstorm

Water

Draw the sigil on your body and take a shower

Draw the sigil on a piece of paper, submerge the paper in water, let the water evaporate

Carve the sigil into a bar of soap and wash yourself with it

When taking a bath, draw the sigil in the bottom of the tub with soap/bath salts/baking soda

Draw the sigil on a stone with water and wait for it to evaporate

Draw the sigil on you hand, then wash it away

Breathe on your window so that it fogs up, then draw the sigil on it

Draw the sigil on any surface using water

Sew the sigil into your clothes, wash them

Draw the sigil on paper and put it under running water

Draw the sigil on a beach, let the ocean wash it away

Draw the sigil on a rock and throw it in a river/ocean

Flush the sigil down the toilet (make sure it’s on biodegradable paper)

Draw the sigil on paper and place in in a jar, add salt and water, then shake it up (Optional: add a drop or two of essential oil matching intent)

Leave the sigil outside during a rainstorm

Put the sigil in a pot of boiling water

Draw the sigil onto a coin and toss it into a fountain

Earth

Draw the sigil on a piece of paper and surround it with crystals that match the intent

Draw the sigil on a piece of paper and bury it in the ground

Place the sigil with a plant

Draw the sigil on the ground

Draw the sigil on a rock and leave it somewhere that makes you happy

Draw the sigil on paper and put it in a jar of salt

Put a crystal that matches the intent on top of the sigil 

Trace the sigil with a crystal matching the intent

Tape the sigil onto a window during a full moon

Trace the sigil in dust/dirt, then blow it away

Use herbs matching the intent of the sigil, draw the sigil on paper and mix everything together, paper included

Burn herbs matching the sigils intent, pass the sigil through the smoke

Fire

Draw the sigil on a piece of paper and burn it 

Carve the sigil into a candle and burn with intent

Draw the sigil on the bottom of a tea light candle, let it burn out

Pass the sigil through smoke (any smoke works, but incense is best)

Draw the sigil on paper, leave it in sunlight

Carve the sigil into a candle, let it melt away

Sigils In everyday life

Eating and Drinking

Carve the sigil into your food before eating it

Draw the sigil under your kitchen table

When drinking tea, draw the sigil in the bottom of your mug with honey

Trace the sigil on the bottom of a pot before cooking with it

Draw the sigil on the bottom of your favorite cup

If you’re at a bonfire/cooking over a flame, carve the sigil into your food with a toothpick before you roast it (Hotdog, mashmallow, etc.)

Draw the sigil on a piece of bread, toast it

Draw the sigil in a pan with cooking oil, then cook

Draw the sigil out of ketchup on your food

Put pancake batter in a squeeze bottle, draw your sigil in the frying pan with the batter

In Art and Music

Incorporate the sigil into an art piece that has to do with the intent

Paint the sigil over a picture that didn’t turn out the way you wanted

Draw the sigil anywhere on your body and draw a pattern around it, don’t wash it off, let it fade on its own

Trace the sigil onto a pair of headphones/speaker with your finger, listen to music that matches your intent

Draw the sigil on the inside of your sketchbook cover

Draw the sigil and scribble it out

Draw the sigil on paper and tape it to the bottom of your laptop/tablet/phone if you write, draw, or make music digitally

Place the sigil in front of music speakers

Draw the sigil onto a CD that you love, and play it

Imagine the sigil in your mind while dancing

Draw the sigil on a dry erase board and erase it

Draw your sigil on the ground with chalk 

To Keep it With You

Draw the sigil on a piece of paper and put it in your purse

Draw the sigil on the bottom of your shoe

Sew the sigil into your clothing

Draw the sigil on paper and keep it in your wallet

Draw the sigil on your skin with water/oil/marker/etc. depending on intent

Tattoo the sigil onto your body (This only applies to certain sigils)

Draw the sigil on the back of a necklace you always wear

Draw the sigil on your nail, then paint over it with nail polish

Draw the sigil on your car steering wheel

Draw the sigil on your face with concealer, then blend it in

Put the sigil in a locket and wear it

Technology

Take a photo of your sigil, then delete the picture

Draw the sigil on paper and place it under a charging device

Draw the sigil inside your phone case

Set the sigil as your phone lockscreen, charge the phone

Draw the sigil on paper and tape it to the bottom of your laptop/tablet/phone

Download a sigil app

Directing Your Own Energy

Body Energy and Visualization

Visualize the sigil in your mind, think about the intent of your sigil

Draw the sigil on the ground/write it on a piece of paper and sit on it while meditating

Exercise while visualizing the sigil and your intent

Leave the sigil under your pillow during acts of passion

Masturbate while thinking about the sigil

Draw the sigil on a vein (wrist works well)

Recite a chant that goes with the sigil’s intent

Draw the sigil on paper and rub it between your hands

Draw the sigil somewhere on your body, tap it when you think about it

Draw the sigil on paper and stab it

Draw the sigil with blood as ink (controversial, not recommended)

Draw the sigil on your palm and clap your hands

Other

Draw a sigil on the corner of your homework assignments

The Week Ahead Spread 

Hello everyone! This is a tarot spread that I’ve been using for the past few weeks, and I have found it really helpful so I thought I would share it with you folks!

The spread has three sections, you can use one card for each section, as many cards as you’d like. For, me some sections have one card, whilst others have multiple.

Section One: What mindset could I invoke for the upcoming week? This section is about what would be a good intent or mindset for the week. For instance, is it a week to be rational and assess? Or is it a week to find positivity in small things?

Section Two: What actions can I take this week? This section follows on from the first, and suggests how you can put this mindset into action. What practical things can be done this week? For instance, is it time to work on a career change or would it be beneficial to spend time with family?

Section Three: What results will this bring? The third section follows on from the second, and shows the possible results for this weeks work and mindset. It may be that things will be clearer once you’ve organised your surroundings, for instance. 

Venus in Aries: You have an exciting approach to love, that is almost child-like in how straightforward and innocent it is. In relationships, you are very straightforward with your intentions, and you love to live in the moment. For Venus in Aries, love is very much about the chase, the thrill of pursuit, the adrenaline. Rather impulsive in love, you follow your heart as freely as you can- and as a result, you find it hard to settle down. This Venus sign needs a relationship that both protects their independence and is also a bit of a challenge. You show your feelings openly and enthusiastically, and others find your affectionate nature attractive.

Venus in Taurus: Love cannot be rushed for you. Your relationships leave a deep imprint on you, and you are careful to ‘feel’ out a relationship before you get into one. Once in love, Venus in Taurus is deeply sensual, demonstrative, and generous. This Venus sign prefers to avoid drama and upheavals in relationships, as a trustworthy and reliable person. In love, you would much rather like to settle down with a stable and committed relationship. Once your partnerships have a sense of comfort, you can be very passionate, as well as possessive. Some might say you’re too resistant to change, but you are consistently romantic and steadfast in your feelings - which few can complain about.

Venus in Gemini: You genuinely enjoy different kinds of people, and seek out variety, stimulation, and fun in love. As opposed to other, heavier Venus signs, Venus in Gemini likes to take  a lighter approach to love. A naturally curious person, you have places to see, people to meet, and things to do. As a result, one person cannot be the sole focus of your life. This may be disappointing to some, but you have the talent of wit and humor at your side, which makes you a social chameleon and a gifted flirt- which you often do unintentionally. This Venus sign values intelligence in a partner and needs mental chemistry before physical chemistry in a relationship.

Venus in Cancer: Highly romantic, you have a very strong desire to be loved, but due to your sensitivity, you hide under a mask of reserve. You’re highly sentimental and gifted with an excellent memory - though unfortunately, this applies to events that you’d rather forget. In love, this Venus sign requires comfort, stability, and affection- because only then will they come out of their shell. You’re a very nurturing partner and place importance on caring for others. You are very intuitive and attuned to people’s feelings and character - which, combined with your sympathetic character, adds to your appeal.

Venus in Leo: At your best, you are a warm, generous, and highly affectionate partner. You are gifted with playfulness, confidence, and presence. You need someone who is loyal, devoted, giving, and most importantly, makes you feel loved. Venus in Leo doesn’t want to be taken for granted or treated with indifference. You do tend to have high expectations for love, since you want someone you can both be proud of and respect. Otherwise, with this Venus sign’s confident and bold personality, you may walk all over them. On the downside, you can be too demanding, or even egotistical but you make up for it by giving a great deal in return - there’s rarely a dull moment with you.

Venus in Virgo: You’re not one to rush into commitments, since you want a relationship to develop slowly and naturally. You don’t like to show it, but you are actually quite sensitive, and sometimes even insecure. Nevertheless, you are a refined, careful, and intelligent lover- and you would prefer someone with similar qualities. Venus in Virgo demonstrates their affections through the little things- picking up on someone’s likes and dislikes, listening to what they say, or helping them out anyway they can. This Venus sign has a somewhat practical take on relationships, and this gives a great deal of thoughtfulness and integrity. In love, you need someone to make you feel special and appreciated for all that you do.

Venus in Libra: This Venus sign is a gentle, kind, and charming partner, with a distinctive taste for beauty and romance. Anything that comes across as too strong or abrasive makes you want to walk away- for you aren’t so much sensual and earthy as you are romantic. An idealist in relationships, Venus in Libra tends to be attracted to a certain kind of love. You want candlelit dinners, hand-holding and thoughtful, poetic messages. You want harmony and elegance, but on the downside, you can be somewhat superficial and unable to handle conflict. Regardless, your social tact, fairness, and pleasant behavior makes you charming and attractive to many.

Venus in Scorpio: You have a taste for the all-consuming. You hate the idea of a half-hearted relationship or a part-time love, and you want someone that is head-over-heels for you. Venus in Scorpio wants to know all of the ins and outs of their partner’s character, and are prone to ‘investigating’- a trait that can be both attractive or repelling. Those who take relationships lightly can seem callous to this Venus sign because they seek intimacy and depth. You appreciate loyalty and devotion, and though you may truly want stability- it might be difficult for you to obtain it, because the ups and downs of a relationship are what make it so meaningful to you.

Venus in Sagittarius: For this Venus sign, love is a means of adventure. The ideal relationship for you is one with a partner that you can travel with, explore with, and grow with. A significant other for the Sagittarian Venus is not just romantic, but a good friend, an intellectual connection, and most importantly- someone who can make you laugh. You are a connoisseur of experience, and. monotony and routine spell the end of a relationship for you. Venus in Sagittarius is gifted with playfulness, optimism, and an excellent sense of humor. Idealistic and light-hearted, there is a deep need for playfulness and spontaneity, and though you are sensitive, emotional drama is draining for you.

Venus in Capricorn: You’re not one to believe in love at first sight. Due to your sensitivity, you are cautious and self-protective in love, and fall in love slowly but ardently. Because of the intensity of your emotions, you prefer to hide how you truly feel underneath a veneer of cool and calm- which you use to impress your partners. Venus in Capricorn seeks out quality in both their relationships and their partners. As a result, you are naturally attracted to goal-oriented, intelligent, and mature people. This Venus sign is certainly not cold, but rather an old fashioned-romantic: though it does take time for you to warm up to people, once you’re comfortable, you are a devoted and committed partner.

Venus in Aquarius: A standard love story is not for this Venus sign. You don’t want a real-life rom com- no, in romance, you require an element of excitement and unconventionality. Venus in Aquarius can get attracted to other people quite easily, but their affections are hard to capture. A satisfying relationship is hard to find for you, as you are somewhat contradictory in love: You want to be recognized for your unique character and originality, but you also need someone who can match you intellectually. You are a committed partner, but also want space for yourself. Once in a relationship, this Venus sign’s spontaneous nature and creativity  make you an intriguing partner.

Venus in Pisces: Dreamy, sensitive, wistful. You have the gift of compassion and understanding, and like to see the good in people. As a result, you easily forgive people- perhaps to the point where you don’t think of yourself. In relationships, Venus in Pisces presents themselves with a soft touch and gentle spirit- and their genuine kindness makes people open up to them. You are a sweet and tender-hearted lover, and you truly want to provide unconditional love to someone else. This Venus sign does love being in love because it’s such a wonderful feeling, but at your worst, you spend your affections on someone who doesn’t give much back.

Ariadne & Dionysus

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A collection of categorized links for your Ostara needs! What is Ostara? [X] Ostara is celebrated on March 20th-22nd, and September 20th-22nd in the S. Hemisphere. Ostara is also called the Spring Equinox or Eostara. 

The basics:

Things to celebrate the spring equinox!

Celebrate Ostara 

Ostara tips!

Ostara ideas!

What can I do to celebrate Ostara?

Ways to celebrate and correspondences

Ostara crafts: 

Offering stones

Witch eggs

DIY flower pressing

Butterfly feeder out of recycled objects

Painted rocks

Ostara recipes: 

Ostara quiche

Ostara honey cake 

Honey and milk cake

Ostara buns

Ostara sugar cookies

Dandelion honey

Ostara lavender lemonade

Ostara spells: 

Spring glamour shower spell

Spring healing jar spell

Ostara spell for future goals

Springtime spell

Ostara tarot spreads: 

Ostara spread (2 card)

Ostara tarot spread (5 card)

March spring flower spread (6 card)

Spring equinox spread (8 card)

Ostara/Easter spread (12 card)

Other:

Setting up your Ostara altar

Ostara psychic body scrub