Actions In Witchcraft

Actions in Witchcraft

Just like each herb and crystal has certain properties and strength, so do actions taken during rituals and spells. When writing spells it is important to include the proper actions to make sure your spell is as effective as possible.

Burning - Burning an object is a common practice in spells and rituals. Fire is considered a cleansing and activating force.

If you want to destroy something’s influence, burn it and dispose of the ashes away from your home.

If you want to set something into motion, burn objects related to the situation to ash.

If you want to activate certain energies, burn objects related to those involved.

If you are performing a curse or hex, burn the object in the flame of a candle.

Burying/Abandoning - A Witch might bury and object for many reasons. They might want to put something to rest, perform a slow spell, or banish something. There are different ways in which one can bury an object to accomplish a desired outcome:

If you want to keep something close, bury the object in your back yard.

If you want to attract something, bury the object under the front door step

If you want to disperse something to a distance, throw the object into a crossroads

If you want to fix an influence, inter the object in a five-spot pattern

If you want something to work by means of spirits, bury the object in a graveyard (but don’t disrupt those buried there!)

If you want to hide something’s point of origin, conceal the object in a tree

If you want something/someone to work by stealth, hide the object in clothing or on objects

If you want an influence to begin or strengthen, throw the object East

If you want an influence to end or weaken, throw the object West

Rubbing - Rubbing an object can be the easiest and most immediate way to experience witchcraft. Transferring and garnering energy from objects can be done through physical contact with an object.

If you want to put energy into an object, rub it with your left hand

If you want to gather energy from an object, rub it with your right hand

If you want to bring positivity, rub clockwise

If you want to bring negativity, rub counter clockwise

If you want to use crystals to heal, rub the appropriate stone on the effected part of the body.

Soaking - Water is one of the main elements used in witchcraft. It comes in many forms with many different properties and uses.

If you want something to move away and sink, throw it in running water

If you want something’s influence to rise and fall cyclically, float it in a tidal estuary

If you want to protect or cleanse something, soak an object in rain water

If you are focused on your personal goals, soak your object in sea water

If you want to bring about transformation, soak your object in snow/melted snow

If you’re trying to make a wish come true, soak your object in well water

If you want to banish, soak your object in harbor water

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Crystals to Cleanse the Home

A list of Crystals that make great energy cleansers for your home.

♢♦ Smokey Quartz: A great cleansing Crystal, Smokey Quartz will remove dense energy & replace that with a clear, clean & uplifting energy. 

♢♦ Black Obsidian: An excellent protective stone. Black Obsidian works by absorbing negative energy. Keep two pieces on either side of your front door to prevent any unwanted, negative energies from intruding into your home. 

♢♦ Black Tourmaline: Works to diffuse negativity & transmute that energy into loving kindness. Place a piece in each corner of the room in which your front door is situated to repel negativity, & maintain balance & tranquility within your home. 

♢♦ Rose Quartz: Rose Quartz is a love stone. Keep a large piece of Rose Quartz in the bedroom, lounge, or any other room in which you spend a lot of time to help promote love of a nurturing kind, & to maintain happiness within your home. 

♢♦ Amethyst: This Crystal absorbs & transmutes negativity, helping to promote peace, & tranquility. Place an Amethyst Cluster in a room in which you commonly frequent to help maintain peace & happiness within your home. Amethyst is also a good creativity stone, keep a piece in your Kitchen to encourage creativity in your culinary skills. 

Herbs, Trees and Plants Used in Weather Magic

Below is a list of herbs, trees and plants used in weather witching. I’m sure there are plants and herbs that are missing from this list. However the herbs on this list were corroborated by multiple sources which confirmed their use in weather magic. If you know of any other plants, trees or herbs used in weather magic please feel free to add them to this list.

Alder – Raises winds: Turned into whistles to ‘whistle up a wind’

Broom – Thrown into fire to calm winds or thrown into air to raise winds

Cotton – Thrown into fire to bring rain

Ferns – Thrown into fire to bring rain

Garlic – Worn on person to ward off bad weather

Heather – Thrown into fire to bring rain

Henbane – Thrown into water to bring rain

Oak/Acorn – Protects against lightning strikes and bad weather

Pansy – Brings rain and storms: If picked on a sunny day it will bring storms but if picked in early morning while covered in dew it will bring rain.

Rice/Grains/Wheat – Thrown into the air to bring rain

Saffron – Raises winds, Assists with control of the weather

Thistle – Thrown into fire to redirect lightning

Tea Time

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Valerian

Valerian root is well known for its sedative properties and is often taken to promote good sleep. However, it can also ease tension, both physical and emotional. Too much can make you lethargic. It should not be used by kids under 12 years of age. Blue vervain

Another herb associated with easing sleep troubles and calming the nervous system is blue vervain. Research has shown that it can be effective against certain nervous conditions, but it should not used used for long periods of time. Catnip

If you have cats, try stealing their catnip. Cats rarely seem stressed or nervous, perhaps because the herb fights symptoms of anxiety. It can also reduce muscle tension while providing mild stimulation. If your troubles are making it difficult to fall asleep, try catnip in a tea before bedtime. It could also help if your lack of sleep is giving you headaches. Even people with severe anxiety may benefit. Chamomile

Many people reach for chamomile tea to relax. It helps soothe the stomach and decrease mild anxiety. It is one of the herbal remedies that can be given to children, though it is not recommended for prolonged use in anyone. Chamomile and catnip could both stimulate an appetite lost due to stress. In addition to a cup of tea, people can add chamomile to a warm bath for increased relaxation. Lemon balm

Anything with the name “balm” should be soothing, and lemon balm is no exception. Lemon balm acts on the nervous system to make you feel less nervous, anxious or upset. Generally taken in a tea, lemon balm may also reduce headaches. Let it steep up to 15 minutes and use it in a hot or iced tea. Kava

Kava is arguably the best herb for treating moderate to severe anxiety. Many studies have shown its effectiveness for anxiety and stress. Some herbal remedies ease the symptoms of anxiety, but kava might actually reduce anxious thoughts. There are some concerns about the safety of kava, so even though a cup of kava tea probably won’t hurt you, talk to a doctor anyway. Passionflower

People with moderate anxiety who want the benefits of kava without the possible risks can try passionflower tea. Passionflower might help with severe anxiety, but it is recommended for people with a mild to moderate condition. This herb is known to decrease muscle tension and calm nerves. It could also help with headaches and sleep difficulties. Hops

Although a main ingredient in beer, hops are also used in tea and may soothe nervousness and stress. It could also fight insomnia, indigestion and headaches. If your stress level has weakened your immune system and you end up with a fever, hops could also help that too. Green tea

Besides its high antioxidant content, green tea could help you relax because it contains theanine. Research shows that this amino acid promotes alpha waves in the brain, which are linked to relaxation. Green tea does have caffeine though, so if you’re looking to calm down, you may want to try the decaffeinated kind.

Stones/Crystals

Healing- Alabaster, amber, apatite, aquamarine, blood-stone, celestite, Celtic sea salt, chrysocolla, citrine, flint, green calcite, hiddenite, moonstone, pearl, peridot, quartz, ruby, sea water, seraphinite, topaz, zircon

Protection- agate, alabaster, amber, amethyst, angelite, aventurine, black salt, coral, eggshell, emerald, flint, fluorite, iolite, ivory, jade, lepidolite, malachite, obsidian, onyx, opal, peridot, rain water, river water, rutilated quartz, sea salt, sodalite, spring water, tiger eye, zircon

Wealth- agate, aventurine, chrysolite, clear calcite, goldstone, jade, lodestone, nephrite, topaz, tourmaline

Love- chrysoprase, clear calcite, diamond, emerald, Himalayan pink salt, lapis lazuli, lodestone, malachite, moonstone, rose quartz, sapphhire

Wisdom- amazonite, amethyst, coral, cuprite, diamond, emerald, hawk’s eye, iolite, labradorite, tourmaline

Creativity- amazonite, emerald, fluorite, fog, ice, iolite, jasper, labradorite, malachite, orange calcite, ruby, sodalite, topaz, zincite

Peace- amazonite, amber, amethyst, aquamarine, celestite, chrysocolla, gold calcite, iron pyrite, lapis lazuli, lepidolite, moonstone, sapphire, smithsonite, sodalite, topaz, turqoise

Fortune- agate, aventurine, bloodstone, clear calcite, emerald, geode, jade, malachite, onyx, opal, rutilated quartz

Confidence- agate, amazonite, aquamarine, bloodstone, chalcopyrite, desert rose, diamond, fluorite, geode, iron pyrite, jade, jasper, sodalite, sun-stone, tiger eye, topaz

Banishment- amethyst, angelite, black salt, chrysolite, coral, flint, obsidian, sea salt, swamp water, tiger eye, tourmaline, turquoise