Magic Money Spell - Trinka Five with a Twist
What you'll need:
Your own money mojo bag
A pinch of jasmine, cedar, sage and cinnamon
One of your hairs
Here's the chant:
Trinka five, trinka five, Spirits make my money thrive.
With jasmine I draw to me wealth and success,
Cedar, cinnamon and sage, protect and bless.
No harm to any for this spell I cast,
Only goodness and joy that may forever last.
Repeat the chant as you place each of the herbs into your mojo bag. I used a replica medicine bag that I bought on eBay but anything will work as long as you can hang it around your neck or at least, put it under your pillow. You can also use a small baggie if you don't want the herbs falling loose into the bag.
After you've placed the herbs in the bag, tuck one of your hairs inside as well. Seal/close the bag, hold it out in the palms of your hands and gently "blow" your intentions into the Universe. Thank the spirits for their help and you're done!
This one has worked really well for me so far - let me know if you use it and how it turned out :)
Blessed be!
Labels: green magic, herbal magic, money spells, spells, witchcraft
Happy Mabon!
This is a time for reflection and celebration, as we say goodbye to Spring and Summer and prepare for the longer (and cooler) days and nights ahead. To take advantage of the season, try some spells that focus on letting go of old habits. As the soil goes dormant and the Earth begins her long winter sleep, use this rejuvenating energy to help you recoup and re-evaluate as well.
Mabon is also a time of giving thanks for the bounty we've received throughout the year so enjoy your feasts and be sure to say blessings for those not-so-fortunate. Celebrate with family and friends - that's what we're most thankful for after all, isn't it? - and use this time to reflect and instill balance into your life!
Labels: connecting with spirit, earth magic, holidays, mabon, nature, paganism, sabbats, wicca, wiccan
Are You Showing Your Pagan Pride?
To find out more about Pagan Pride Day and to learn what events are planned for your area, visit the official Pagan Pride Project website.
So, go show your pride and Blessed Be!
Labels: pagan news, pagan pride day, paganism, webworking
Bush Apologizes to Wiccan Widow
She won the suit and the Wiccan symbol was added to 38 others on the list of approved symbols.
Mrs. Stewart said she believes she was excluded from the meeting because of their faith but President Bush said the exclusion was just an oversight
Mrs. Stewart found out about the meeting from her mother-in-law, who by the way, was invited.
Labels: military, pagan news, paganism, stewart, wicca, wiccan, witchy politics
Ayurvedic Balancing
Where East meets West, Ayurvedic Balancing gives us basics we can use. Recipes, meditation and physical activities attuned to our individual mind-body types. Beautifully done, definitely a keeper.
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Labels: book review, connecting with spirit, joyce bueker
The Magical Personality
One of my favorites, this book goes beyond a generic "reading" and reveals things even you won't admit to yourself. Insight doesn't begin to describe what you'll gain from this book. When you've finished, drop me a line and let me know what you think. I promise you won't regret the purchase.
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Labels: book review, choosing your path, connecting with spirit, leslie michael lambert, magick
An Interview With Ellen Dugan
So, while going through some of my older files, I came across an interview I did with Ellen Dugan a few years back. How could I have left this out? I know... I know... it baffles me too.
But there it was. And as I read it again, I realized that all of her fantastic insight was still just as applicable today as it was back then.
So, without further adieu, here's my interview with Ellen Dugan.
Labels: book review, earth magic, ellen dugan, green magic, intterview, magick, nature, witchcraft
Witchcraft Suppression Bill in South Africa
Supposedly, the bill was designed to prevent the practice of traditional African witchcraft which can include animal sacrifices and the like. But the bill makes no mention of Western witchcraft, such as Wicca, leaving Pagans who practice it wondering if they'll have to abandon their religion or keep it in secret.
You can read the full article here.
Labels: pagan news, witchcraft suppression bill, witchy politics
Which Way Do I Go?
The one question I hear more than any other from those new to the Craft is "what is a tradition and (more importantly) how do I choose the right one for me?" Wanting desperately to settle in and get a handle on their new path, they're just a little bit baffled at the idea of choosing one's specific beliefs.
And I don't blame them.
When I first began learning about this ancient way of life, I became a little frustrated. Why? Because the Craft seemed to change from book to book. What one author suggested to be an accepted method of practice, another might dismiss in favor of something completely different. And because there are soooo very many traditions that could fall under the general heading of paganism, how does one begin to choose? Dianic or Teutonic? Celtic or Gardnerian? Am I a wiccan or a pagan or both? Hmm. What to do... what to do??
Oh, I still felt the tug from Spirit, but I also felt confused with how to proceed. So, I did what any good Witch would do. I kept on reading.
All that said, there are three basic principles that serve as the basic foundation of the Craft, regardless of your particular tradition:
The Wiccan Rede - "An ye harm none, do as ye will." Put simply, do as you please as long as it hurts no-one, including yourself. This does not for a second imply that there are no consequences for your actions. Quite the contrary, in fact, as you'll discover when you read Rule #2 which is:
The Threefold Law - "What you do comes back to you threefold." You've heard the saying, "what comes around goes around"? Well, that's the idea behind this little piece of philosophy. And, not only will it come around, but it will do so three times as bad. Hopefully, you've been practicing this one anyway as its a good rule to live by. Period. Just remember: Karma, karma, karma. Which brings us to Rule #3:
The Golden Rule - "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." I doubt I need to explain this one but, just as a reinforcement, I will. This, like the first two principles, reminds us to be kind and good to others, lest we get back a little of what we gave. And, like the other two, makes us totally responsible for our own actions. Respect all, would be the basic message here, and one well worth heeding.
As it stands right now, I would likely call myself an Eclectic Witch if I had to classify. There are two reasons for my choice: One is that I find that the more I learn about the various practices and traditions out there, the more I am fascinated with pieces of each. A Celtic Witch, for example, follows a practice that is largely based on nature. The elements, plants, flowers and stones all play a large part in the way they celebrate their faith and these things ring true for me. At the same time, I've also discovered the Dianic tradition seems to follow a path that centers around the Goddess. And, being a woman, I'm quite fascinated with our history, our heritage and the myths and legends that aren't so widely known.
The second reason is that I simply have grown to relish the idea of a religion that allows me to follow my path whichever direction it may turn, without judgment or criticism.
All of which brings me back to the beauty of this religion. While some traditions are very formal in nature, others are not. There is no one right way to practice the Craft, only what rings right for you.
And as I gather these bits and pieces of the various traditions, I have found that following what rings true is, in fact, the only way to live.
Labels: choosing your path, magick, paganism, pantheons, traditions, witchcraft
Witchy Reading: Green Magic
Since starting this site, the most common question I hear from readers is how. How do I cast a particular spell? How do I communicate with the Universe? How do I draw upon the energies of the elements? Where there is a will, there is a way. The way of Green Magic. An oldie but a goodie to be sure, this is a must-have for every witch.
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Labels: ann moura, book review, earth magic, green magic, nature, spells
Psst. Catch any dragons lately?
Webster’s dictionary defines magic as “the art of controlling forces” for a desired effect. Hmm. Not the best description, but I’ve definitely heard worse. Me thinks, however, that Mr. Webster just didn’t look deep enough.
As a little girl, I dreamed of magic. I searched for it. I wished for it. I longed for it. Castles and flying dragons. Scented oils and mystical potions. The universe whispering its secrets in my ear and I with the knowledge to carry out its wishes.
As I got older, those dreams faded. Family, career and social obligations demanded my attention and weren’t willing to share it with the dragons I had yet to find. I hadn’t forgotten about my castle. I had just postponed looking for it. Magic had no place in the real world. Or so I thought.
Spirit, however, has an excellent memory. Forget what you came for and its only a matter of time before it gently taps you on the shoulder to remind you. Back to the castle, it said. Your dragons are waiting.
And the searching began again.
How would I define magic? Its in the warmth of towels fresh out of the dryer. That feeling you get right after a hot bath. French vanilla coffee in the morning. French vanilla coffee in the middle of the night. Your first kiss. It’s in my son’s laughter and the rush of the ocean’s waves when they crash against the beach. That shade of pink that shoots across the sky as the sun begins to set. The silence that I hear before the rest of the house wakes up. The booms of thunder that rattle my walls during a storm. And I’m just getting started.
Magic isn’t about controlling nature. It’s about respecting it. Protecting it. And working with the energies that surround us. It’s about composing with it, even collaborating with it. That’s where the real magic begins.
So if you find me tending my garden at midnight, just know the vegetables I bring you will be from a very good crop. If you catch exotic scents wafting from my windows, chances are the potions I’m making are coming out right. And if you see me dancing beneath the full moon? Well... you’re welcome to join me if the urge strikes you. Listen closely... the universe might be whispering to you. And you’d be amazed at all the dragons you’ll find.
Labels: calling, connecting with spirit, finding magic, magick