first thing in the morning—take three slow deep breaths (air/sky) more grounding than immediately checking a phone
notice your feet on the ground taking root when you stand up for the first time of the day, take a little stretch (earth/land)
wash or splash your face to get alll the way awake. then chug a big glass. (water/sea)
appreciate any trees, plants, dirt, or clouds you see
place both hands on your heart to feel your own heat and warmth. feel your heart beating. “i am alive” (fire)
wear or carry a rock, hagstone, crystal, talisman, or amulet
in times of stress or dissociation, rub your thumb in small circles on the back of your other hand to ground and soothe. (clockwise for attracting an intention, counterclockwise for banishing)
color magic with clothing
add cinnamon, lavender, or peppermint to coffee according to intention if you don’t want to drink tea
stirring tea/coffee according to intention
sometimes i pick a little affirmation for the day— “may i forgive myself” “the universe is within me/the wild is within me”
visualization—inhale a bright light and let it fill your lungs, exhaling clouds of negativity
or create a shield with breathing. with each breath, imagine a bubble forming around your body, then your aura, growing with strength.
cleansing shower at the end of the day (intending it to cleanse my aura makes me more motivated to take one, idkw)
if taking a bath, add a dash of moon water
sniff lavender essential oil before bed
look at the moon, talk to it. remind yourself that it’s the same one your ancestors knew.
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Most of us are introduced to moon water early on in our witchy practice. I have found that there is a lot of different ways to use it and so I wanted to cover my personal usage. I adore moon water because it is simple and does not require a lot of tools which allows it to be however simple or complex as you like.
What is moon water?
Moon water is exactly what it sounds like. A water that has been prepared with the help of the moon. There are a lot of different ways to make it but generally speaking it is a jar filled with water that is put out in the moonlight to catch the properties of the moon. Depending on the moon phase the water will have different properties.
How I make moon water
Typically I will take an old jar (honey or jam jar) and clean it thoroughly to get any old junk out of it before spiritually cleaning it either with incense or a meditation.
I then fill it with some sorce of water, depending on the usage of the water later on. Tap water could work but also rain water or snow if you won't be ingesting it.
After that you simply leave the jar by a window, on the balcony or outside over night. Some people may want to put crystals and sigils on and around the jar. The jar will get the chance to draw energy from the moon and into the water and carry the moons energy for a longer time.
Bring the jar back inside before the sunrise and keep it some place dark to avoid sunlight reaching it.
Moon phases
🌑 New moon
This phase of the moon marks the beginning of a new moon cycle. Typically you can not see the moon at all and therefore it is sometimes called "dark moon". This water can be used for growth spells and beginnings as well as banishings because of the dark sky.
🌓 Waxing moon
This is the phase between the new moon and the full moon when it slowly appears more and more on the sky. Generally this phase is also used for growth spells such as self-love and money workings. Depending on growth of the moon the focuses can vary depending on personal gnosis.
🌕 Full moon
When the moon is full it is seen as a white circle on the sky. This is when the moon is the most seeable. This phase is used for strong and powerful workings. It can be used to bring positive energy and to reach goals quickly.
🌗 Wanning moon
The final phase is the wanning phase when the moon starts dropping in size again, working it's way to the new moon again. This is a time to do decreasing spells. It can be to decrease stress or certain abilities, even relationships to people.
Moon water is usally made during the full moon or new moon since these are the shortest phases even though moon water can be made during any of the phases. Important to note is also that the waxing and wanning phase can be split into many more phases but I decided to keep it simple.
Common water types
💧 Tap Water / store bought water
That's right. Tap water (or store bought water if the tap water in your area is not safe for ingestion) works perfectly fine and may also be prefered sometimes. It is simple and accessible, free from interpretation and also ingestible and therefore this water can be used in many different workings.
🌧️ Rain water
Rain water is also a nice source since it is also rather accessible in most climates. With rain water the moon water gets a few extra dimensions. For example, one can use the wind element in the moon water since the rain is transported that way. Furthermore you can use the direction of the wind as a property as well, since some mean that the elements has directions. Even storm water can be used, usually in curses or spells that require a lot of energy. (do not ingest)
❄️ Snow water
Snow water may not be as easy to find all the time, and in some climates the winters are not cold enough for snow however if snow is found it can also be used. Typically this can be used in freezer spells, curses or banishings but also for things that may need some time (think of snow melting) but also spells for beginnings or rest since winter is a time for both. (do not ingest) If snow is not at access then using tap water and freezing it into ice cubes could be used as a substitute.
🏞️ River water
River water is always in movement and can therefore be used as a symbol for change or development. Depending on the flow of the stream it can have different properties. For example a wild stream may be more chaotic and similar to storm water meanwhile a gentle stream can symbolize growth and personal development.
The zodiacs
The placement of the moon can also be important and add more dimension to the water. Generally speaking, the moon goes through different transits in the sky where each transit is one of the zodiac signs. One can see the transits on a website like this and search up the date and time to find the transit for that period of time. Here is a simplified version of each transit of the moon.
♈ Aries - on edge, short tempered, new ideas
♉ Taurus - calm, build / seek security, status progression
♓ Pisces - loose energy, friendly and outward, willing to share feelings
As you can see, all of the zodiacs have different meanings and when charging the water it catches properties from the current transit. You can also probbaly tell that the meanings are similar to your birth sign/s. Important to note is that the water is charged and not you so therefore a transit such as scorpio with properties like taking unwise decisions can be used against a person in a curse to make them take unwise decisions with the help of moon water.
How to use moon water
Now for the final and most fun part. I love moon water because of it's many uses and here you can also make the spells more complex. Just like already mentioned topics you can add more details such as taking other planets transits into concideration as well as divide the moon phases into smaller fractions and find other sources of water. With the previous topics in mind the water can be used as a replacement when the conditions aren't right for the spell that you want to preform. However when it comes to the actual usage of the water you can also be creative, here are some tips.
Baths - using the water as a base in a ritual bath. It does not have to be a lot but adding it as an enhancer can be powerful.
Dress candles - by dressing the candle in water instead of oil you minimize the risk of burning and can use the phase for complexity.
Food and baking - only use ingestible water forms for this. Use in kitchen witchery.
Planting - water your plants with your moon water to empower it further. Maybe you have a plant for a money working, to water it with waxing moon water may be a good idea.
Knot magick - dress your knitting and crochet needles in moon water when starting a new project to empower the spell. You could even dress the yarn or fabric itself.
Concecrate - similarly to how church may use holy water. Use moon water to bless your items.
Sprays - add moon water to a spray to empower it.
Floor wash - use moon water in floor wash to make it into a mundane and magickal cleanser.
Tea - again only use ingestibles. Using a moon water that goes along the properties of the herbs can give it quite a kick.
Ink - I think I got this idea from somewhere else but using moon water alongside matching herbs for ink is a great idea. This way you can write more powerful petitions and sigils.
Offerings - this is a way to make a simple offering a little less simple. Since a glass of tap water can be a great offering, this allows for more depth.
🌟 cooking (or ordering) w/ intention, based on ingredients
🌟 dressing, dying your hair, or doing make up in accordance with color magic
🌟 think of what you wish would happen, imagine the energy of that wish filling your body, and then imagine expelling the energy around you
🌟 enchant a pair of glasses/sunglasses/contacts etc, to see something. secrets, true intentions, spirits
🌟 when you shower, say a chant to invoke the water to wash away all impurities and heavy energy
🌟 when drinking water, imagine it clearing and cleansing you from the inside out
🌟 as you tie your shoes, imagine tying in good luck so that it clings to you with every step
🌟 Alternatively, write a wish or intention on a small piece of paper, fold it, and keep it in your shoes. Each step energizes it. Money drawing for work shoes, fun and community for heels/going out shoes, luck and harmony for everyday shoes, etc
🌟 when walking into a store you like, say a mental hello to the building itself
🌟 everything you step out into the sun for the first time that day, imagine a string connecting directly to you from the sun. You can draw energy through this string
🌟 keep selenite and black jet in your car or on your person for safe travels
🌟 light a candle. You dont even have to intend anything behind it. Eventually, without realizing, the witchy vibe begins to set in
🌟 listen to subliminals or sound frequencies while doing literally whatever
🌟 if you work out, imagine literal "power" whatever that looks like for you (red auric energy, lightening/electricity, etc) seeping into whatever muscle group you're working
🌟 if you wear jewelry, wear it as a charm. What do you want it to do for you? Whisper that to the jewelry before you put it on
🌟 when you go to clock in to work, focus on your hand until it vibrates. As you're typing/clocking in, imagine absorbing financial flow from the device
🌟 Alternatively, when you clock out, focus on your hand until it tingles and imagine sealing the financial energy into your hand
🌟 say hello and goodbye to your home! Literally like out loud
🌟 when you are watching TV or scrolling, imagine a script or book being written. Its the plot of what happens while you're watching/scrolling, but you can't see what it says - you just see that it is being written, and very quickly. Now experience it. Something will happen after
🌟 while driving, say a quick prayer (my go to is "spirit, protect me, protect the car and all cars around me")
🌟 when you lay down for a nap or to sleep, imagine plugging yourself in to charge. Could be some kind of energetic cord connecting to the sky, could be like your bed is the "charging dock", whatever
🌟 when you do your hair, focus on your hands until they tingle. Then infuse your hair/head with something you want to attract, or with a shield of protection
🌟 when you're standing for a while, stand straight and strong on both feet (rooting them there) and then imagine drawing energy up and into your body from the ground below
🌟 when you're in a crowded area/high energy space, imagine a misty cloud above the crowd. Connect yourself to it and draw energy in from it
🌟 speak or think a quick prayer when you look in the mirror. "Let my skin glow, my hair shine, my eyes sparkle, my smile dazzle" etc.
🌟 when you brush your teeth, imagine your toothpaste is actually a "charm paste". When you speak, you charm whoever listens
🌟 if you get angry, irritated or frustrated, send an energetic blast skywards or download into the ground
🌟 while at work, or going through something that is taking forever, imagine a clock speeding up and ticking at high speed. Time will start to go faster for you
🌟 when you find a penny on the ground, even if its tails up, simply place it in a different spot heads up. You will get good luck because you just gave good luck to whoever finds it next
🌟 when you stretch, you're moving/circulating the energy or power within your body
🌟 asking your deity or the universe for a sign, then going for a walk or drive and looking for said signs
Sometimes, a home protection spell is as simple as drawing a sigil in kids' chalk in the sun, putting a nice rock on top of it until the sun goes down, and then putting that rock on a table in your house
This is not just for beginners this can be for people getting back into their practice, who are trying to find ways to implement their craft daily, or who just need a little bit on inspo <3
01. Create or Update Your Grimoire / Book of Shadows / etc.
one thing you can do as a baby witch is create your grimoire, or if you are getting back into the craft, you can update it as needed. Spending time with your grimoire is a great way to study your magick and to understand what you need for your grimoire.
02. Make a Potion / Spell
While some spells and potions do require preparation, that is not all of them. Perhaps you can make a potion, utilizing a tea you like, or cast a little spell on your sunglasses so you can always find them.
03. Practice Tarot / Runes / etc.
Spending some time with your tarot deck can help increase the calrity of your readings, not only as you get get better at remembering the meanings but as you get used to your decks' spirit.
04. Cleanse Your Space
You can use a variety of things to clean your space. As someone who loves hearth witchcraft, I use natural cleaning supplies and am physically clean at the same time. But sound cleansing is also great it won't leave a mess like incense may with the ask and smoke.
05. Update your Altar
as winter is fast approaching so if you need to start getting your supplies for your altar if you change seasonally now is a good time to start, or maybe you can get take some time and tidy up the space from its last use.
06. Meditate / Shadows Work
i decided to group these together if you struggle with meditation you may benefit more from focusing on shadow work. I find that these two often go hand in hand and is a great place to begin your journey to to recenter before continuing down your path.
07. Create Sigils
If you are wanting to do something more active, creating a sigil is a great beginner friendly way to start exploring. sigil can be added to pretty much anything for that extra boost!
08. Study What Calls to You
this will be obvious, but sometimes we need someone to state the obvious. If you are feeling pulled towards something, take a look at it. Even if you find that it's a wrong direction, you still know more than when you started
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Knot magic is one of the oldest and most versatile forms of witchcraft. With just a simple cord or ribbon, you can craft spells for protection, manifestation, or even to banish negativity. This hands-on practice allows you to literally tie your intentions into the fabric of your magic, sealing them with every knot.
Why use knot magic?
Knot spells are practical, portable, and deeply personal. Each knot you tie becomes a physical representation of your energy and intent. They’re perfect for witches who enjoy tactile rituals and appreciate the beauty of working directly with their hands. Plus, they’re subtle—no one suspects a spell in your shoelaces or a ribbon in your hair!
How to Perform a Basic Knot Spell for Protection:
Choose Your Cord: Use string, yarn, or ribbon in a color that aligns with your intention. For protection, black or red are excellent choices.
Set Your Intention: Hold the cord in your hands and visualize your goal. For protection, imagine a shield of energy surrounding you or your space.
Tie Your Knots: As you tie each knot, repeat a phrase or affirmation aloud, like “With this knot, I seal my protection.” Common numbers for knot magic include 3, 7, or 9, as they hold significant magical power.
Seal the Spell: Once your knots are tied, you can carry the cord with you, hang it in your space, or place it on your altar to keep the spell active.
Creative Ideas for Knot Magic:
Protection on the Go: Tie a small cord with protective knots to carry in your pocket or bag.
Home Wards: Create a knot spell garland to hang above your door or windows.
Manifestation Bracelet: Use colored thread to tie knots symbolizing your goals and wear it as a bracelet until they come to fruition.
Knot spells are the epitome of practical magic—simple yet powerful. They remind us that witchcraft doesn’t need to be elaborate to be effective. A cord, an intention, and a few knots can weave wonders into your life.
What kind of knot spells will you try? Share your thoughts or reblog with your favorite uses for this ancient practice!
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What is magic? Magic is the act of using energy to create a desired change.
But how is that done? In their book Witchcraft for Everyone, @samwisethewitch talks about the basic components of doing magic. I've condensed this theory into the simplified version below:
1. Focus: The effort you bring to your magic.
2. Intention: Knowing what you want to do with your magic and why you want to do it.
3. Action: What you do in order to make your magic happen.
Simply put: If you want to perform magic, you'll need to use Focus, Intention, and Action in order to do it.
So what does that look like? This is where things can get complicated because actually doing magic is different for everyone. I like to keep it as simple as possible, though. Here's an example using a Finding Spell I learned as a young Witchling while just starting out:
Focus: I concentrate on the thing I'm trying to find by imagining it in as much detail as I can.
Intention: I recite the spell's incantation to myself over and over again, saying, "Bound and Binding, Binding Bound, See the Sight and Hear the Sound, What was Lost Now is Found, Bound and Binding, Binding Bound."
Action: I search for the lost object as thoroughly as I possibly can.
There is a fourth component to doing magic that is a little harder to explain. I call this part your 'Spark'. It's that feeling of magic within you. And it can be tricky to figure out. For me, the simplest way of lighting my Spark is to do things that make me feel Witchy. It can be as easy as wearing my pentacle necklace, playing music, or lighting a candle. There's no wrong way to do this and it will be different for everyone. However you do it, this is actually the first step to preforming magic.
Spark, Focus, Intention, Action.
Simple.
Witch Tip: Try keeping a Book of Mirrors (a Witchy Journal) where you can write down and reflect on the more personal aspects of your craft. Use it to ask and answer questions as you develop your practice.
