I suggest that you read several books out on herbs, gemstones, oils and incense, and spells and spellcrafting. (See my reccomended book list for some titles) I believe that reading books on spells and spellcrafting can do much to further your magickal knowledge and training.
Once you feel that you have a solid base in the knowledge of spellcrafting and the use of herbs, stones, oils, etc., you should write and design your own spells and rituals. I believe that the more of your own personality that you put into your spells, the greater the chances of reaching your magickal goals.
There are many things to consider before working your spell, such as the moon phase, planetary and astrological influences, days of the week, hours of the day, and color correspondences.
There are also certain days of the week which are more appropriate for certain spells, for example, Friday (planetary ruler, Venus) is used for love magick, Saturday (Saturn) for banishing, etc... These things are important in determining when to work your magick. The following correspondence charts should be beneficial towards helping you make your magickal goals.
In an emergency you can perform magick at any time, even if it is not the correct day of the week, moon phase, etc.
The phase of the moon is important to know when you are doing spells. You can alter your spell to reflect the phase of the moon. For example it is the waning moon and someone asks to be healed. Do you do a healing ritual now, or should you wait until the more appropriate time of a waxing moon for the spell. Most would prefer to do it now. What you can do is alter the spell to banish the disease instead of healing the person. The waxing and full moon are good times to do rituals for gain. The new and waning moon are good for getting rid of things that are unwanted.
There are four things, however, that are
absolutely essential to working successful
magick:
a genuine need for magick;
a deep strong
emotional desire of the goal;
the
knowledge to work the magickal
spell;
and the ability to visualize your
magickal goal or see the end result
If these four conditions are present, you have everything you need to successfully perform magick. If any of these are lacking, you probably will not be able to accomplish your magickal goals. You must charge or empower the objects that you will use in your spell or ritual. Your magickal tools should already be charged, but you will need to empower any herbs, stones, or other objects that you intend to use in your magick.
Do this by holding the object in your power hand (the hand you write with) and feeling your energy and your need tansfer into the object. It is this investment of your personal energy which makes the spell work. Witches use herbs, stones, etc. which are known to share an affinity for the desired goal. The magick is not in the objects themselves, they merely act as a catalyst which helps you focus, direct, and receive energy.
May the God/dess bless your magickal endeavors with success...
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