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Since I've been doing a lot of research on UK energy efficiency.. This is some of the tips I've compiled from watching and reading so much content. I thought I'd share it here (while yes this isn't a magickal blog post but think of the supplies you could buy with the money you save from your utilities) for anyone who it might help..</div>
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- Adding weather stripping rubber for bottom of doors, window foam stripping, cork and energy strip will keep the warm in in winter and will help keep the cooler air in in summer making your home more efficiently the desired temperature.<span style="text-align: center;"> </span></blockquote>
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- Try putting on extra layers like jumpers before reaching for the heating. Try to limit your use of heating and also try not to max 68 degrees heat thermostat.. each degree is so expensive!! Your body will adjust. (Or if you're me grab some blankets..!)<span style="text-align: center;"> </span></blockquote>
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- If possible set water tank to medium-hot not very hot (120 F) no one needs crazy scolding water 24/7. So heat the tank less save money..<span style="text-align: center;"> </span></blockquote>
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- Unplug devices at the wall or turn them off at the plug. Leaving items on standby can eat up so much money (a term known as vampire energy, phantom power, ghost energy etc). Even worse when you leave items on - I watched a video where a guy was spending crazy money just leaving his cable box on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHBQ27udXHY">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHBQ27udXHY</a> - yes that's American BUT he has super helpful information on working out the cost of each item too so worth a watch no matter where you live.<span style="text-align: center;"> </span></blockquote>
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- Wash laundry cold/low heat and peg out laundry when possible. You can wash your clothing with cold water but check your detergent is compatible for this. Also make sure your washer is full and do big loads. Also a front loading washing machine is typically cheaper to run.<span style="text-align: center;"> </span></blockquote>
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- Same goes for dishwasher - while it might save water in the long run it's a big electric eater so if you wash using cold & full loads again.<span style="text-align: center;"> </span></blockquote>
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- Change all light bulbs to LED 9W you'll save so much money here's an average chart for different kinds of lightbulbs <a href="https://www.sust-it.net/lighting-energy-calculator.php">https://www.sust-it.net/lighting-energy-calculator.php </a><span style="text-align: center;"> </span></blockquote>
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- Turn microwave to correct setting,. Ie don't nuke everything!! Also turn off at the wall / unplug when not in use it's crazy how much that clock display can cost you!! If you need a clock buy a battery operated one they're not too expensive.<span style="text-align: center;"> </span></blockquote>
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- Add water aerator to taps.<span style="text-align: center;"> </span></blockquote>
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- Fridge on 2-3 it doesn't need to be artic cold to keep your goods from spoiling. Also keep fridge and freezer stocked so it takes less power. Cover food/drink/liquid in fridge so doesn't create moisture and make fridge work harder. Another tip is to put a paper towel in with (at the bottom) each item ie bag of lettuce, bag of carrots, box of tomatoes etc as this will help keep goods from spoiling and reduce moisture. <span style="text-align: center;"> </span></blockquote>
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- Turn off lights and items when not using them.<span style="text-align: center;"> </span></blockquote>
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- Change shower head to 1.5g aerator or less.. Typically a shower puts out 10 gallons a minute. You can change that to 1.5 gallons a minute and still enjoy a shower. Still get as clean. And you at that rate you're using less water, less electric and you could even shower longer for less.<span style="text-align: center;"> </span></blockquote>
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- Wireless home phone is expensive use old fashion cord.<span style="text-align: center;"> </span></blockquote>
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- Empty the tumble dryer lint trap every time not only does this make the tumble dryer perform better and thus using less electric but also it prevents the risk of fire.. Again do bigger loads when possible.</blockquote>
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So there's a few real money saving tips. Feel free to comment if you have further tips. Note I live in the UK where I don't have air con, ceiling fans etc but definitely look into those things if you do!!<br />
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So I figured I have a bit of time and because of that I’d write a personal entry update. I have decided I’ll make more regular-ish updates to Twitter @ <a href="http://www.twitter.com/missimoinsane">www.twitter.com/missimoinsane</a> so if you want to follow what I’m doing you can follow me there!! But here’s the plan and the updates of what’s happened with me.. I'm also creating a 5th instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/missimoinsane_life/">https://www.instagram.com/missimoinsane_life/</a> which will be everything moving, food, life, weight, cats, day to day etc etc..</div>
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<b>So how did I get to where I am now?</b></div>
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First of all on Friday 5th October 2018</div>
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I found out that I’m basically becoming homeless. My current situation was that I was residing on the ground floor space of the 3 story house my parents were renting. So as a disabled person I had my own bedroom, craft room, bathroom (well shower room), kitchenette and mouldy backroom and garage for storage oh and a shared hall / front door… Pretty cushy setup.. However my Stepdads health is getting so much worse made worse by the stairs from the ground floor where I reside to their living room is 2 flights of stairs then another 2 to get to their bedroom. My mum had her knees done some 20 years ago but they’re still not right. And between all the stairs, all the issues with our home that our letting agency wont fix since technically we don’t have a landlord as the property we rent is a portfolio meaning it was repossessed and the rent is based on paying back that debt. I digress.. Basically their friend has offered them a 2 bed bungalow in a super nice area, that has a wet room and is ideal for them and my 13 (nearly 14) year old sister. However sadly that makes me homeless. I absolutely couldn’t afford to take this place on on my own, in fact if I wasn’t here they wouldn’t be able to afford this place and they get more money than I do!! So..</div>
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Mum finds this absolutely perfect for me one bedroom bungalow, with garage, with garden, behind huge gates, that’s a detached property it’s almost like it was made for me and at a super reasonable price!! Especially for the area which FIY is 6 minute walk to where my parents are moving to!! (Thanks Google).</div>
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Monday 7th</div>
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Mum rings up Estate Agency and they said they’d call back. Mum rings up housing and they say if I find a private rent they will help me finance the move. I’ve already been on the housing list for nearly 12 months and I’m still entitled to one of their properties however 1 property vs hundreds of applicants…. You do the math.</div>
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Mum rings Estate Agency and arranges a viewing for 3.20pm she explained to Zach about my anxieties, that I’m disabled on disability benefits and that I have 2 cats.. to which his response was “Well this property is perfect for her!” he went on to explain just how secure and private this place is and how it’s in a super quiet area except it is behind a nursery (if you can’t deal with kids playing then that’s a sad life surely?). So.. excited!! We went to view the property the garden has been left to wreck and ruin, the whole place is being gutted – brand new kitchen (in grey), new carpets and flooring (in grey), walls are all off white/cream and everything is being done up inside.. It’s going to be waaaaaaaaaaaaaay better than the 4 year old photo’s I saw.. Which I already thought was more than good enough.. I’m beyond excited. </div>
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So we met with Oliver who was super nice.. I was almost hugging him by the end I was beyond excited.. He explained to me how there were 5 viewers coming today but I was the first!! It’s available in 2-3 weeks time. Eek I want this!! We called the Estate Agency as soon as we left but they said by the time we get there they will be shut, but we can bring in my application form, £150 for the background checks (which I got back if I wasn’t successful) and the relevant ID and paperwork first thing in the morning. I’m the first in line so if I want it and I’m successful then it’s mine..</div>
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First thing my parents drove me to the Agency so as they opened there I was dressed smart and a folder containing everything they’d asked for and more at the ready. We spoke with Zach (who was the gentleman we arranged the viewing with), we said hi to Oliver who was beaming with excitement and kept singing my praises to the other guys and saying how it’s a perfect fit and so ideal.. Apparently 3/5 didn't show up.. Then it was all passed onto Paul. Paul had to go through all the paperwork and give the Letting Agency approval.. He said it would then go onto the Landlord/Owner of the property which would probably be Thursday/Friday before they heard back and if they were happy with it (I’m disabled, on benefits, with 2 cats etc..) then it will go onto the background, security, history and credit check etc etc so probably be Tuesday at the latest before I hear back. I’m excited but I don’t want to be because I know I’m simply not this lucky!! Paul didn’t seem as excited as Zach and Oliver did.. Then I went home.. </div>
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I made a start on repacking stuff that was in storage since one way or another I have to move anyways. I had a lot of stuff in storage from when I lived in a 3 bed house with my ex that had gone to wreck and ruin thanks to mice/rats, mould/damp and well.. yeh. I managed to pack up nearly a dozen boxes and had over a dozen black bags of rubbish..</div>
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At just before 3pm I get a phone call.. It’s Paul.. He doesn't sound like he has good news BUT - the bungalow is mine if I want it!!!!!!!!!! Landlord/owner is more than happy..! Credit checks etc etc all passed no problems..! I don't even need a guarantor..! At best the work will be done 22nd at worst it will be done by 26th so to get packing..!! I have till the day of completion to get £1160 together for bond, pet bond and first month’s rent!! (I now have) And on top of that amount I need to pool together 2-300+ for removals.. can you help? Even £1 would be a massive help you can donate to me @ <a href="https://www.paypal.me/missimoinsane">https://www.paypal.me/missimoinsane</a> or you can buy stuff from me @ <a href="https://www.ebay.co.uk/usr/missimoinsanecreations">https://www.ebay.co.uk/usr/missimoinsanecreations</a> (which after I’ve moved I’ll add more stuff to so I can pay back the friends I’ve borrowed money from).</div>
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I went to housing, dead pleased I'd got myself a place and asked for their financial aid to help me move. I was then informed the property I'm moving to isn't in Fylde it's in Wire. So I'm entitled to zero financial help. In fact it was almost like this was all my fault because I picked a property I didn't even know was out the area.. My anxieties were sky high and I did very well to not have a full blown anxiety attack or rage out at her. So her advice was to pick one of her flats in a choice of rough areas and she'd help me move., F'That. Because I haven't lived in Wire for 3+ years nor do I know anyone that's lived there for 5+ years I'm not entitled to financial help from them either to finance my move. So the final option is to apply for a discretionary grant but because I'm not already claiming housing benefit I'm not entitled to that either. So option 1. Swallow my pride and beg friends, family, strangers etc. 2. Say goodbye to perfect bungalow and go get a flat which will make me even more ill, be in among druggies and party people. The woman tried to assure me not everyone in Blackpool is a druggy. In the last 5 years I've lived in 2 properties in Blackpool and both were next to druggies so in my experience 2/2 properties that's 100% so... option 1 it is..</div>
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I went home and begged and borrowed from friends so despite my pride I have the £1160 - I do however need to find money for removals.. (So far I’ve had a small donation to say thank you for all the amazing work I do on these BoS blogs, another from a lovely lady who’s been there, money from my brother as a housewarming, my parents paid the £150 background check but need their money for their move now and I’ve borrowed some money from a friends who I need to pay back.. plus my benefits so I now have the money for the bungalow but need to find as said another £2-300+ for removals.</div>
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I’ve done nothing but panic and worry, try to find ways to get money and pack as much as I can while being 1. Disabled and 2. Having very few boxes. The plan is / was to go with a removals company that supplies boxes. They were supposed to come yesterday (Monday 15th) at 10.30 but they called at 11 to say they would come sometime today (yesterday) to no surprise they didn’t however they’re supposed to be coming to give my mum a quote for her move and me a quote for mine!! But they didn’t bother to come. Mum left a message at 6pm saying that we weren’t available last night as we had stuff on and no one has got back to her about coming today and it’s already gone 1pm. I spoke with the Estate Agency yesterday who said the kitchen went in over the weekend so now they just need to get the plumber to do his thing, electrician and gas man to do their thing, tiler to come in and do that then carpet people to come do the flooring and it’s done but they still don’t know if it will be closer to 22nd finish or 26th finish.. I told them I have money for them from this Thursday (18th) and they’re chuffed with that. They have given me a copy of the energy rating from 2014 (I’ve found a 2016 version from H&M Rev) and a copy of the gas certificate which expired 3 months ago but obviously a new one will be issued as they’re fitting a new oven etc.</div>
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So I have so much stuff to pack, I’m creating an amazon wish list of stuff I want / need <a href="http://amzn.eu/2D8mUEb">http://amzn.eu/2D8mUEb</a> have a whole plan of stuff I’m doing to DIY which is going to become some YouTube tutorials and stuff here but feel free to follow me on YouTube @ <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTePDilWDEOAKGDXPgeMNmw?view_as=subscriber">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTePDilWDEOAKGDXPgeMNmw?view_as=subscriber</a> also on my 5 instagram accounts @ Witchy Stuff / Main account - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/missimoinsane/">https://www.instagram.com/missimoinsane/</a> @ Planner account - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/missimoinsane_plans/">https://www.instagram.com/missimoinsane_plans/</a> @ Arts and Crafts account - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/missimoinsane_creations/">https://www.instagram.com/missimoinsane_creations/</a> @ Photography account - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/missimoinsane_photos/">https://www.instagram.com/missimoinsane_photos/</a> and my new account @ Life account - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/missimoinsane_life/">https://www.instagram.com/missimoinsane_life/</a>. Then as for mentioned I am also on Twitter @ <a href="https://twitter.com/missimoinsane">https://twitter.com/missimoinsane</a> so let’s see where this crazy journey leads..</div>
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Thank you in advance if you help me financially with this move or if you just send positive thoughts and wishes my way. </div>
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All the best xoxo Imogen aka missimoinsane<br />
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<span style="color: lime;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Urgent Notice. Hey my lovelies I know I'm only just back with the second part of my Book of Shadows Prompts etc however my circumstances have taken a hit and I will be postponing all future BoS prompts pending what happens next. I'm now being made homeless, I have found somewhere to live but will struggle to finance the move.. Can you help? TIA </span><a href="http://paypal.me/missimoinsane" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; text-align: center;">paypal.me/missimoinsane</a></span></div>
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If you haven't yet checked out prompt 23. <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2018/09/bos-prompt-23-where-and-what-supplies_23.html">Where and What Supplies to Buy.</a> 24. <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2018/09/bos-prompt-24-real-dangers-of-stones.html">Real Dangers of Stones, Herbs and Essential Oils!</a> 25. <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2018/10/bos-prompt-25-practice-for-budgetbroke.html">Practice for the budget/broke practitioner!</a> blog posts which are all aimed at supplies then you might want to read them plus maybe <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2017/11/cauldroneers-bos-prompts.html">my other blog prompts</a> which contains <i>imo</i> useful information.<br />
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This weeks focus is going to be more towards to modern witch including techno witches and also urban (city/town) witches.<br />
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<i>Any time I refer to Witch, Witches, Witchcraft etc please also know I'm talking about all practitioners of Magick, Earth based religions such as Wicca, Druidry, Shamanism and other Pagan practices, Spiritual practitioners etc etc.. Please do not be offended I am well aware that not all everyone associates themselves as Witches or consider themselves to practice Witchcraft. - Thank you.</i><br />
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Witchcraft like many other earth based practices, studies, faiths, beliefs and/or religions etc is growing in numbers of practitioners. While witch hunters are not gone it's far more acceptable today to be a Witch, practice Witchcraft, be a Pagan or some equal practitioner. In fact modern day actually show us it's hip and cool to be a witch (and not just for Halloween) especially those of us who are more darkling inclined such as some of the gothy types, those with more morbid curiosities or just interests in paranormal and the unknown etc. There for it's not hard to believe that witches come in all shapes, sizes, genders, and even habitats.. While witches would perhaps have traditionally have live in woodland areas making it easier to grow or obtain supplies todays woods are more concrete jungles than your nostalgic typical cottage in the woods.<br />
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Urban (meaning a person or character from a city or town) witches may have a harder time going out and foraging for their supplies from the usual woods, fields, beaches, gardens etc, But does this mean they're not a real witch? NO! Does this mean they can't practice? NO! Does this make them any less of a witch than someone who does live in a cottage in the woods? Well maybe but generally speaking NO! - I myself get much more inspired by my surroundings and I dare say if I lived in a cottage in the woods I'd feel much more witchy than if I lived in a block of high rise flats in the city (oh how I'd hate that!) But this doesn't mean I practice any less, work harder or would be better off in the woods! Even living in this house near a town I'm not far for the park, woods and beach and I still feel witchy and still get to practice and still use the internet to gather most of my supplies although I sometimes do go scavenging in the woods and at the beach.. However some of us do live in big cities nowhere near parks, woods, forests, beaches, lakes etc etc.. And don't have gardens or access to space and their space is very minimalist and valuable. Nearly all their supplies will be sourced online for ease as the supermarkets and grocery stores are busy places and while a lot of them lend themselves to a great many herbs and spices the internet is a much better resource and possibly even cheaper too. <i>Plus as a disabled person shopping online is pretty much my go to.</i><br />
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Is a techno witch someone who gets their supplies online? Yes and No! A techno witch is a witch who uses technology primarily in their practice. Also feel free to also look into Techno-Paganism as well but here's some basics <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Technopaganism">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Technopaganism</a>.<br />
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These days modern technology has become the everyday norm for most of us. We have access to various devices from computers to laptops, mobile phones (cell phones) to tablets and all usually with internet access via home wifi, 3G/4G, internet caffe, school network, hotspots, friends/families wifi and the list goes on.. Meaning that it's now much easier to be a Techno-Witch, Techno-Pagan even a Neo-Pagan thanks to internet access and the growing and developing technology, web and people on the internet!!<br />
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The internet is a huge library of false, true and manipulated information. It carries a vast knowledge of information on witches (Pagans and other religions, faiths and practices) history, traditions, book of shadow content, correspondances, information on stones/crystals, candles, essential oils, herbs, tools, rituals, prayers, spells, meditation, magickal and metaphysical correspondence ect all at the press of a few buttons. Crazy! Once upon a time the only information we had was pass down in books (probably a Book of Shadows) or taught from eldgers/experienced witches etc. But Techno Witch is more than finding out correspondences or shopping for tools and supplies online. It's also an opportunity to meet and network with hundreds and thousands of practitioners from all walks of life right across the world/internet. The internet can be an amazing resource as I've said MANY times before especially if it saves time on you growing and/or harvesting your own herbs, having to aimlessly walk around hoping to stumble upon some kinda metaphysical or witchy shop or meet like minded people without looking up a shop location on google maps or joining some kinda of internet group or even just trading which is much easier online especially since it can open up your clientele with a larger customer base for selling the things you made, grew, sourced.. I touch on this in my last blog about <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2018/10/bos-prompt-25-practice-for-budgetbroke.html">practice for the budget / broke practitioner</a>.<br />
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Spells too can be sourced online although some amaze me how people waste their time writing such gibberish where as others there's so real gems in there. I myself prefer to look up the properties of my ingredients to choose what would work best for my working be it stones, herbs, oils or other items and sometimes I use the internet for guidance. I believe I wrote a <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2018/04/bos-prompt-20-breaking-fear-of.html">blog on how to write your own spells</a>. I often exercise common sense or get creative such as using pins or burning paper (I typically use cigarette papers) or making my own candles and such. But is it possible to use a PC for this? Well why not? There's many websites out there that will generate a tarot deck reading.. Many that will generate a rune reading. Chain mail is possibly a form of magick given the intention behind it - be it pass this on and you'll have luck or an angel is watching over you if you share or your best friend will die a midnight if you read and don't pass on this... Yeh. Perhaps I'm a little skeptical but what is the difference between a good health wishes chain letter sent via email or IM vs me lighting a candle and saying its to wish X person to have good health? Where is the difference between me randomly selecting cards on a PC screen and randomly selecting a card from my deck (other than the connection you personally build with your deck, apparently). What is the difference between writing on paper and burning it vs writing on pc and deleting it - ok there is that physically writing brings more of a physical connection and same with physical fire but if your not allowed to start a fire, keep getting yelled at for clogging the toilet with paper (tip write on toilet paper), or don't have any means of "destroying" a handwritten note (especially if witchcraft is something you're still very much in the broom closet about) then why note type it on your phone, say a few words, imagine it being destroyed as you erase it. There's also candle simulations on PC for those of us who aren't allowed to burn candles or fire - <i>it's almost like that placebo fireplace where if you put it on a large screen and stare at it you feel you're getting warmer <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L_LUpnjgPso">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L_LUpnjgPso</a> because of our human associations of fire to be warm/hot.</i> Ok maybe we can't add herbs to a cauldron on a device or make tinctures or medicinal stuff but we can write out a recipe for it or even find one on the internet.<br />
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Urban Witches, like any witches, could also set aside a sunny window, balcony, or spot in their home to grow some herbs themselves. If you grow herbs which can also be used for your cooking as well as your witchy brews, tinctures, spells, rituals etc then you're definitely being a frugal Urban Witch at that. There's always a way and of course check out the medicinal properties as well as possible side effects I touched on this in this blog: <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2018/09/bos-prompt-24-real-dangers-of-stones.html">Real Dangers of Stones, Herbs and Essential Oils!</a><br />
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But what do we do if we actually don't have internet access at all? What do we do if we actually do live an Urban life in the city? Or what if you move a lot from once city to another. How do we practice? Well if you don't have internet then no matter where you live you should be able to source some traditional books.. Frequently hitting book stores and second hand book shops, charity shops, thrift stores etc in hope to source helpful materials. Sometimes you can even get lucky with libraries.. But then if you're traveling perhaps carrying huge books around isn't so bright, travelling and practicing is a whole other blog post I'm sure but traveling altars (such as this one I made for myself <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CDkG0gGDPTA&t=550s">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CDkG0gGDPTA&t=550s</a> is made up of some very basic things possibly you may have or can source cheaply in town, assuming you cant get online). Travelling is probably when the internet becomes a great resource again especially on a smartphone , tablet or laptop type device as most libraries and internet cafes have this, some even have their own computers/devices!! For the none internet users looking for herbal supplies perhaps check out food shops, grocery stores and specialist shops/stores that cater for Indian cuisine as they may carry more rarer herbs and spices. As for stones well these days you can find stone pendants and bracelets in most touristy shops, some homeware shops may carry much larger amethyst pieces or coasters made of sliced agate, some garden stores (I know unlikely you have a garden if you live in say New York City lol) but some of them do chip stones that are semi precious stones! Some second hand shops as mentioned in my last blog get donations of jewellery, random stones or items which the stones can be cannibalised from they also may have other items along side books and stones such as candles, cauldrons, goblets, glassware, crockery, cutlery, weaponry, knives, and a whole host of other tools. Then how do you meet like minded people? and start a coven? join a coven? etc.. Well to meet like minded friends you might want to try visiting physic events or new age spiritual churches to hopefully find some of these people who at the very least can tell you about all the hidden gems in your area.. Perhaps you even know some people who could lend you their books or point you in the right direction for finding books and other supplies. And as mentioned in blog <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2018/09/bos-prompt-23-where-and-what-supplies_23.html">23</a> and <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2018/10/bos-prompt-25-practice-for-budgetbroke.html">25</a> mundane everyday items CAN be repurposed into magickal items.<br />
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Going back to the idea of Techno Witches using PC's etc another idea would be to use it as a Book of Shadows (Grimoire, Mirrors, Angels, Reflections etc etc) You don't necessarily need to have an internet connection to write what you know, write what you've learnt, copy down things you like from books (especially if they're borrowed books such as from a library or friend). Don't forget to backup all digital work either onto a seperate harddrive, external usb/harddrive or print it out and put it in a binder or BoS etc. </div>
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There's also a ridiculous amount of amazing, good and absolutely terrible apps out there for you tablet and smartphone users. Some of my favorites include apps that have moon widgets that show the moon phase and information where I live. Some almanac apps that carry similar information. You can find ones like Pagan / Wicca radio. There's apps for information, spells, herb library, stone correspondences, you can get apps like Facebook and Amieno which both have Pagan and Witchy Groups.. In fact MANY and some may be local based too for example on Facebook here in Blackpool there's the Blackpool Moots group which is mostly composed of Druid, Wiccan, Shaman, Witches and a few others. I haven't been to any of the talks (I have anxieties) but I watch the groups posts from time to time. Other internet haunts may include (but are no way limited to) YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, Patreon, Bloggers blogs such as this, Podcasts and more..</div>
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Ok so where do we buy online? I have mentioned Ebay and Etsy and I absolutely love supporting independent businesses. Sometimes you have to wade through a lot of overpriced crap to try and find the legit decent stuff and bonus if they're a bargain. I have seen a lot of people buy stuff on aliexpress (which is another great place to shop especially for jewellery and such) then sell it for double, triple if not more on these other sites. Another app to check out is DePop and of course Shpock, local sale groups and apps and freecycle / gumtree / craigslist depending on where you live. Amazon too and then specialist websites or wholesale dealers again as mentioned before mundane items even cheap mundane items from Poundshops / Dollarstores can be used. Sometimes look for job lots and always search in 'everything' not just specific categories yes it might take longer but that misslisted gem / bargain could be yours. Also don't be afraid of purchasing from China yes it takes longer but you can get some amazing deals and items. Failing that you could sign upto a subscription box such as The Witches Moon, Witch Casket, House of Rituals, Goddess Provisions, Enchanted Crystal and Box of Shadows just to name a few I've heard of but never subscribed to any so don't know what the deal is there. I do however subscribe to <a href="https://www.deagostini.com/uk/collections/enhancing-your-mind-body-spirit/index.html">DeAgostini's Enhancing Your Mind Body Spirit Magazine</a> of which I do unboxing reviews on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTePDilWDEOAKGDXPgeMNmw?view_as=subscriber">my YouTube Channel</a>.<br />
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Before I go I did just want to mention that if you live in a City this is no way you and your life. Equally if you do buy everything online you absolutely do not need to associate yourself with and / or call yourself a Techno Witch (nor Pagan etc) you can be absolutely be anything you wish to be you can be an Urban-Techno-Princess-Gypsy-Jedi-Witch if that is what you wish to be lol I'm just hoping that this was just a helping aid to those of you who don't have easy access to tools and supplies, was curious what an Urban Witch or Techno Witch was and information. Also for those of you who love your internet and devices you may wish to check out some apps.. Again check out those previously mentioned blogs.</div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Starting out in any new practice can be truly daunting, where to start? What to buy? What books do I need? What tools? Supplies? Materials? Ok.. Overwhelming is an understatement.. If you read my blog post on ‘<a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2018/09/bos-prompt-23-where-and-what-supplies_23.html">Supplies What to buy and Where</a>’ you’ll have a general idea of what’s available or even expected.. the kind of tools and supplies for basics and such forth but what about those of us who are on a tight budget or worse completely broke? As mentioned in my last blog you absolutely do not need to buy anything in order to practice Witchcraft, Paganism such as Wicca or any other Spiritual Practices. So in this blog post I thought I’d bring you some of the best tools and ingredients from the budget / broke practitioner.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">So first of all let's address the book situation. As always books are a go to source for information and opinions, I’ve said before how I absolutely love to read / hear different peoples opinions, takes and practices on same or similar subjects.. I digress. As I was saying books are a great resource although perhaps not every library is going to be well stocked in witchy, paganism, occult, magick etc type books.. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">This then leads to a few other sources so 1. You can find extremely reasonable second hand booked on ebay and amazon. But if you’re completely broke (or don’t exactly want those huge doorstops advertising your new interest to anyone who sees them) feel free to hit the internet sourcing free materials such as this blog, other blogs, facebook groups etc. Even pinterest, youtube and Instagram can be a great insight into what others are doing. – Granted seeing what others are doing can be intimidating (and cause mass splurging wanting to buy all the pretty things) but don’t worry once you break the fear of practicing you’ll be well on your way.. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> You may even wish to consider other </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">sources such as audiobooks from places such as audible and itunes. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Did I mention all the amazing YouTubers?!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">In my previous blogs I mentioned how a lot of traditional tools and supplies would have been picked from nature or sourced from nature be it herbs, plants, weeds, bark, resin etc or even sticks, stones, bones, antlers, dirt, sand, water, feathers, etc.. A great many things can be sourced and made from nature.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Bones can be used to create tools such as bowls, knives, spoons, cups etc. They can also be turned into bone casting runes or have other runes such as Elder Futhark Runes engraved into them. They can be used in jewellery, home decor, wards and other hangings. They can be used in practice for spell and rituals and many other workings. Same goes for antler and other animal remains like feathers, teeth and skin (such as snake skin). If you have pets you may also be able to obtain whiskers, claws, hair etc which has naturally come off the animal of course. Other animal products may include wool.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Dirt / Sand / Water and other elements that can be found and gathered including beach sand, dirt from graveyards or crossroads or other sacred or even none sacred spaces, water from the sea, lake, ocean, river, rain etc. Water can be blessed or have other properties such as moon water, storm water, sea water etc. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Water such as seawater or ocean water carries a lot of powerful properties (please don't drink it) but you can anoint yourself and other items, use it in ritual and other workings, as a representation of water and more.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I wrote a <a href="https://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2017/07/ww-sea-glass-properties-uses-imo.html">blog on the properties of seaglass</a> and how it carries all the elements throughout it's journey from fire and earth used to make the glass originally right through to air, earth and sea as it's tumbled and smoothed. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Other beach finds could include rocks and pebbles that you paint or use as are, seaweed, moss, algae, shell, bird feathers, dried dead starfish, crab parts, found objects, driftwood etc. Even sand itself as it's good for burning charcoal discs upon or burning candles upon etc. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Flowers / Leaves / Plants / Herbs Etc.. These are all items that can be sourced in the wild, grown at home, found in our gardens, woods, parks etc. These can be used in spells, incense and a variety of other magickal uses. They can even be used in offerings to deity, fae, ancestors etc. Plant parts that haven't been chemically treated can also be used in tea, tinctures, baths, skin care etc. (Please do your research.) And as said you can always grow your own.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Sticks / branches will make for excellent tools as they can be carved into wands, stirring tools, used in makings of items like wards, wall hangings, markings, division lines, athame, etc.. They could be carved, used for burning, larger branches and smaller sticks can make a traditional besom (or broom). Woven into baskets. There's a lot that can be done with sticks.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Items to look out for are things like any tables, stands, shelves, bookcases etc anything that can be used as an altar table or storage even medicine cabinets, display cabinets, sideboards etc. Then you can get tools be it tools for your craft or tools to craft tools with. You can also get bowls and crockery, fabrics, art supplies and much more. Some may even have books, figures, jars, apothecary items, spice jars/racks, and other items. Broken jewellery can be fixed and worn or used to adorn other items. Jewellery boxes and other boxes are great to store everything from tarot decks to specialist items or even make yourself a manifestation box.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The beauty of secondhand despite finding some absolute unique pieces and bargains be it cheap or free is that even if you dislike the colour it can be painted or altered in some way to personalise the item to be your own unique item. Even mundane items can become extremely witchy with a lick of paint and some clever spoken words. You can even turn old clothing and fabric into altar cloths, throws, spell/mojo/storage bags, cloaks, decor, cushion covers and more..</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">But why stop at glass jars? Any container that can be washed is reusable.. So ice cream tubs, baby formula cans, gravy containers, sweet tins, pringles tubs are but a few that sprint to mind that can be decorated with paint, scrapbook paper or even decoupage with newspaper or decorative napkins or left as is.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Candles are another item that can be sourced quite cheaply or they can be expensive.. but making your own candles can be very cost effective either buying wax and wicks to make your own or melting down candles. - Sometimes pre-used candles can come with a stigma of you don't know what energies or uses those candles had. So like most other pre-used / pre-loved / pre-owned items you way with to <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2017/11/c-bos-prompts-2-3-cs-book-blessings.html">Cleanse, Charge and Consecrate</a> them. Candles can also be anointed, have items added too such as oils, herbs and stones. They can be reformed by being poured into heatproof silicone moulds.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Salts has a lot of protective properties; in fact one of my upcoming blogs is going to be dedicated to different salts and some ideas of what you can use salt for in your practice. But sea salt, rock salt, himalayan pink rock salt, witches black salt, epsom salt etc etc are just some kinds of salts that can be used with great power within your craft such as for protection, cleanse, purification and more. Salt isn't overly expensive either and can be stored in some of them upcycled jars or bottles.. Or kept in their original packaging just keep in mind that salt is very absorbent of damp / moisture and negative energies.. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">You will be amazed what you find hiding in the backs of your drawers, sewing boxes, bottoms of your jewellery boxes, or in that ever growing junk drawer, that odds and ends screw jar or button jar etc.. Found items can be used to make your own rune set. Items for altering other items or adhoring handmade items such as wands, witchy boxes, spell jars etc.. A deck of playing cards which you could be used as is or custom modify into a tarot deck. Pins/Needles can be used in banishing magick or in hoodoo workings among others. String and ribbon can be used in magickal practices ie knot spells or binding spells. Keys are magickal all on their own same with mirrors. Jewellery; broken jewellery, odd earrings, bits of old necklaces, odd pendants without chains, or even just jewellery than can be repurposed or charmed. Other items might include old coins or buttons.. Misc junk, scrap, metal, paper etc etc. Paper can be wrote upon and burnt - I personally use cigarette papers for this. Heck my junk drawer also contains lighters since I use to smoke some 5+ years ago.. You will be amazed at the treasure trove you have going on.. Marbles or mirrors for scrying etc. You might even find some birthday candles (or wish candles as I like to call them), matches, other candles too. Spoons or knives, even letter openers might make for some awesome stirring, measuring, cutting tools etc or even as an athame (my athame is a letter opener and my working knife is a penknife). </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Sourcing these may not be free but all pound shops and dollar stores stock paper and writing materials like pens, pencils and most I assume carry notebooks and diaries to.. Use purchased paper, another is to buy in bulk and then use as is (with a pen you found in your junk drawer perhaps) or alter to customise it with pens, stamps, paints, other found objects, decoupage and pretty papers, sometimes you can find free craft resources or samples including patterned paper, tissue paper, paper napkins.. You could also DIY a bookmark or charm page minder. Other ideas may be to use your computer, tablet or phone - I know many people who have digital book of shadows (remember to back it up, or even print out pages as you see fit). </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">If you haven't guessed by now then DIY can be your best friend even though sometimes craft supplies aren't cheap but if you use upcycled, recycled, cheap or free items to make what you can yourself. As mentioned you can make jewellery but you can also make jewellery from cheap or free supplies such as antler, wood, shell, stones and drilling a hole or wire/cord wrapping etc. Other DIY may include things like making your own candles or altering candles to include herbs, oils, stones, scents, other candles or to remould them to shapes using various heatproof moulds such as silicone food moulds. Other DIY items might include corn dolls (or voodoo dolls) made from corn, grass or similar woven items such as the as mentioned baskets for gathering and storage. Woold can be used to knit or crochet tarot bags, herb bags or other textiles. Paint cheap boxes or jewellery boxes to make them suit your need or even create a manifestation box which you can fill with free/cheap items. DIY items can be traded, swapped or sold which would be a great source of income to be able to afford those more pricier items you have your heart set on; but as mentioned you don't need them. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Practice comes in various forms and types some free things you could do to connect to nature/spirituality/the craft etc includes grounding yourself, meditation, prayer, self cleansing (with water, sunlight, moonlight), practicing mindfulness, gratitude, even charity work and doing good for others. Other free workings may include creating your own <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2018/02/bos-prompts-12-runes-symbols-sigils.html">Sigils, Runes or Ciphers</a>. You could also look up some spoken spells or spells that require no tools or physical items.. Or that require only you or metaphysical abilities. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Some spells and working are created through sexual climax (this includes solo or consenting partner/partners). Some workings can be achieved through imagination or inner self exploration. Being humble, modest, living a green life, reducing your footprint, being vegetarian/vegan etc.. Workings can be solely done through emotional connections. Dream workings. Scrying in reflective surfaces. Dowsing with any string/chain like item and weight. Enchanting and charming items. Using the <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/search?q=clair">clair senses</a> or other abilities.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>Prompt 24. Sunday 30th September 2018 - The 24th prompt will be.. Real Dangers of Stones, Herbs and Essential Oils!</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I have previously done a number of blogs on Stones, Herbs, Oils etc.. Infact BoS Prompt Number 9 I believe was on this subjects but only on the positive uses and information found <a href="https://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2018/01/c-bos-prompts-9-herbs-oils-and-stones.html">HERE</a>. Today I thought I'd bring you a blog which contains some very real health risks of these items and also dangers..</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">In magick, much like all things, some items are not good for us, our pets / familiars / animals, our families and friends (people) and in all honesty even giving these things to your enemies could potentially land you in prison with a manslaughter charge. Oh dear.. So let’s look at some of those potential hazards. First I’m not going to mention the absolute obvious stuff, I’m sure you have a reasonable knowledge of right vs wrong and what could be potentially dangerous. But I’m here to fill in just some of the lesser known hazards and side effects of use and actions.. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">That said please don’t let this blog detour you from practicing as practicing is very important!! Just be mindful and do your research :) – As said the internet is a wealthy resource of information for all walks of life and interests.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Crystals, Semi-Precious and Precious Stones are sourced in a manner of different ways while most are commonly, as assumed, mined from the ground. Some however are mined from wetter climates, some drier, and some are mined not from the ground but from fallen meteorites and space debris!! Some however aren’t mined at all like the Cubic Zirconia oh yes the ever so popular fake Diamond which embraces most engaged ladies hands is actually a man made stone. Applying research can save you the upset of fakes or damaging your crystals and stones eg: </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Cubic Zirconia (CZ) is created from the cubic crystalline or crystalized form of zirconium dioxide (ZrO2). It is a synthetic hard material that to the naked eye being optically flawless, low cost, durable and usually colourless makes for a much cheaper Diamond dupe or replica. Cubic Zirconia was first discovered in 1892. It has a high melting point of 2750 °C or 4976 °F. </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">However there are a few tell tail signs that the stone is a CZ and not a real Diamond the first being that if you look closely 10+ magnify zoom you will be able to tell a difference in Colour, Clarity, Cut and Carat Weight. </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">- Use a black light and if it doesn't glow under UV light then you probably have CZ and not a real Diamond.</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">- CZ retains heat and can be tested by going to a cold location, breath upon the stone, the hot air will fog any CZ while a real diamond will remain unchanged.</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">- Another heat test (though more permanent) using tweezers hold the stone over a light flame for around 40-50 seconds and then immediately drop into ice water a real diamond will not react however a CZ will shatter or break under the extreme temperature changes.</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">- Place the loose stone in a glass of water a diamond due to its density will sink where as a CZ will usually float.</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">So from this information we can deduct that we don’t want to be subjecting our Cubic Zirconia stones to extreme changes of temperature, if we’re trying to fool people we’re carrying around a big Diamond and not a CZ we may wish to avoid black lights, anything that could create fog or even water with loose stones. Just for some examples.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">However that’s just one type of stone which is a synthetic man made stone as mentioned. Some other man made stones or dyed stones may include Agates, Apache Tears, Howlite, Malachite, Marble, Moonstone, Obsidian and Pargasite but to name a few. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Which we may wish to look into the properties of those. I know some people prefer to use only natural grown, coloured or sourced stones within their practices. I happened to of onced purchased a piece of blue Lapis Lazuli which got wet by accident while in a white silk pouch and the silk pouch turned blue and grey where the dye ran!! - Even thought </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Lapis lazuli is found in limestone in the Kokcha River valley of Badakhshan province in northeastern Afghanistan.</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Carnelian (salt water can cause fractures)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Galena (will rust)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Halite (will dissolve)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Hematite (can rust)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Labradorite (will dissolve)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Lepidolite (will flake apart)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Lodestone (will rust)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Malachite (can break in hot water)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Mica (will flake apart)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Moldavite (can break in hot water)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Muscovite (will flake apart)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Opals (can crack/ break)</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Pyrite (combined with water produces sulfuric acid)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Selenite (will dissolve)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Turquoise (will fade)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Obsidian (all forms can break from extreme liquid temperatures)</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Some stones will fade as a result of being exposed to the sun. Some of these are more directly while some will fade just from being in a sunny room. It's usually advised you keep stones in cloths or bags to prevent from such damage. Here's an example of some of those stones: Aventurine, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Beryl, Citrine, Kunzite, Sapphires, Fluorite, Rose Quartz, Smokey Quartz</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Although Amber & Opal may not fade in the Sun, they can become brittle from the sun causing them to crack.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Some other apparently brittle stones and minerals include but are not limited to: Cerussite, Chrysoberyl, Dolomite, Fluorite, Grossular Garnet, Hessonite, Lazulite, Malachite, Rhodonite, Rutile, Scheelite, </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Sodalite, Smithsonite, Turquoise, Unarovite, Vesuvianite, Watermelon Tourmaline</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Some stones even give off bad health properties if prolonged contact such as worn in jewellery or put into drinking water as many crystals and stones are actually water soluble but will expel toxic minerals into the water that you definitely do NOT want to drink. So here are a few crystals that are able to go in water but you should definitely NOT use to make elixirs or prolonged worn jewellery:</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Amazonite - Contains copper</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Black Tourmaline - Contains aluminum</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Emerald - Contains aluminum</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Fluorite - Contains fluorine, can cause extremely painful skeletal disease</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Pyrite - Contains heavy metals</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Coral - Organic material, may contain pathogens</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Garnet - Contains aluminum</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Jade - Contains aluminum</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Malachite - Extremely high copper content</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Moonstone - Contains aluminum and potentially other toxic materials</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Rose Quartz - Contains aluminum</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Ruby - Contains aluminum</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Saphire - Contains aluminum</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Serpentine - Contains asbestos</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Tiger’s Eye - Contains asbestos</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">All Quartz - Some forms are water safe but be careful with storage as all kinds of quartz dust causes silicosis</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">So perhaps keep that in mind especially since some of these are quite pricey and we definitely don’t want to be damaging them. I honestly recommend cleansing and charging your crystals by laying them out on your window ledge (inside) under a full (or new) moon. Equally keep what I said here in mind when doing any experiments, putting them in tinctures, oils or perfumes, burying them etc etc.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Herbs and plants have been used since the very beginning but not everything is safe! While some herbs (plants, flowers, bark, roots etc) come with a load of health benefits some really don’t and not just to us humans but to our pets and other animals and even our plants!! I beg of you to do your research before bringing anything home. Even in plant form or kitchen herbs and spices!</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">A-Z Poisonus house plants to Cats - <a href="https://pethelpful.com/cats/Houseplants-Poisonous-to-your-Cats">https://pethelpful.com/cats/Houseplants-Poisonous-to-your-Cats</a> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Unsafe herbs for Pets - <a href="https://www.natural-dog-health-remedies.com/unsafe-herbs.html">https://www.natural-dog-health-remedies.com/unsafe-herbs.html</a> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">199 Poisonous to humans and animal plants to look out for - <a href="https://www.proflowers.com/blog/poisonous-plants">https://www.proflowers.com/blog/poisonous-plants</a> - especially useful if you pick your supplies from the wild.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">A List of Poisonous Plants and Herbs and Their Lore - <a href="https://exemplore.com/misc/Poisonous-Herbs-a-list-of-poisonous-plants">https://exemplore.com/misc/Poisonous-Herbs-a-list-of-poisonous-plants</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Dangerous herbs - <a href="https://www.thoughtco.com/toxic-and-poisonous-herbs-2562022">https://www.thoughtco.com/toxic-and-poisonous-herbs-2562022</a></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">That’s just to throw a few websites at you. Also note that some that are poisonous to ingest are fine once cooked. And that some you can’t even touch so definitely don’t want to burn, eat, sleep with under your pillow etc. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">SOME herbs that are poisonous to ingest: Aconite, Belladonna (aka Deadly Nightshade), </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Lilly of the Valley, </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Mandrake Root, Mistletoe,</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Monkshood, Morning Glory, </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Mugwort,</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Skullcap, St Johns Wort and Wormwood </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">are just some of the more poisonous ingredients you can obtain. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">And some while carrying very good health benefits and that can be used safely in tea, tinctures, cooking, eating raw, medicine, massage, ingested etc etc also carry unwanted properties. Such as Aloe Vera which is an all round good plant. The gel inside is used in a great many healing tonics, creams, aftersun, etc.. It can be used raw on the skin too and is fantastic for burns. It also has many antioxidant and antibacterial properties. It can also be used in more obscure ways such as reducing dental plaque if you brush your teeth with it. It can help with canker sores, reduce constipation and has even been rumored to help prevent wrinkles and improve low blood surages – thank you google. But for all those good points it doesn’t tell you that it’s a blood thinner and may be fatal if swallowed in large doses or use incorrectly. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Aloe latex can cause some side effects such as stomach pain and cramps. Long-term use of large amounts of aloe latex might cause diarrhea, kidney problems, blood in the urine, low potassium, muscle weakness, weight loss, and heart disturbances. Taking aloe latex 1 gram daily for several days can be fatal.</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">- I wripped most of this information off of Stylecraze website which I do reccoment you go read the full information at <a href="https://www.stylecraze.com/articles/side-effects-of-aloe-vera-juice/#gref">https://www.stylecraze.com/articles/side-effects-of-aloe-vera-juice/#gref</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Keep in mind that while some herbs, plants, flowers, fruits, bark, roots, nuts etc etc can be eaten they are very different when it comes to burning in incense or visa versa. Making your own oils, tinctures, incense, home fragrance and cleaning products, medicine, pest control, teas etc etc should always be done with full research as to the positive benefits as well as the negative side effects to you, others in your home inc animals and plants depending on how you wish to use said ingredient.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">So here's a very incomplete list of some of those as mentioned.. but please do your research on ALL. There's many amazing books out there or the internet. He are some examples of herbs that are considered all round "good" but that have some bad properties.</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Allspice - Insufficient evidence suggests that Allspice may cause Intestinal gas, Indigestion, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Fever, Flu, Colds, Heavy menstrual bleeding.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Aloe vera - Blood thinning, kidney problems.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Cinnamon - Can cause skin burns if applied topically. Eating / drinking too much cinnamon may cause liver damage. May Increase the Risk of Cancer. May Cause Mouth Sores. May Cause Low Blood Sugar. May Cause Breathing Problems. May Interact With Certain Medications.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Chamomile - Can thin the blood, do not take with blood thinners, aspirin, antidepressants, and some Alzheimer’s medications. It can also cause allergic reactions in people with ragweed or daisy allergies.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Echinacea - Do not take with immunosuppressants, after organ transplant, or if you have an autoimmune disease.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Feverfew - Blood thinning.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Garlic - Blood thinning.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Ginger - Blood thinner and should not be taken by anyone on blood thinning medications or with bleeding disorders, Too much can stimulate stomach upset leading to indigestion and gassiness, Pregnant women shouldn't use huge amounts of ginger for a long period of time because it can irritate the abdominal area.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Ginseng - Blood thinning.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Gingko - Blood thinning.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Goldenseal - Do not take with immunosuppressants, after organ transplant, or if you have an autoimmune disease.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Licorice - Can cause high blood pressure, abnormal heart rhythm, and heart failure.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Nutmeg - High dosage can cause hallucinations and can be toxic, Pregnant women should not use nutmeg medicinally. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> </span>Not to be taken with antidepressants.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Dong Quai - Blood thinning.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Tumeric - Blood thinning, upset your stomach, may stimulate contractions.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Willow Bark - Blood thinning.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">St. Johns Wort - Do not take with contraception, immunosuppressants, or antibiotics. Also, avoid if taking any medication that causes sun sensitivity or if you’re naturally prone to sunburns!</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Mugwort - Do not take if pregnant or breastfeeding, may cause miscarriage. May cause allergic reactions in people who are allergic to ragweed and daisies.</span></li>
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Also for my own interest I have just put together a little <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2018/09/ww-pumpkin-spice-mix-magickal.html">blog on Pumpkin Spice mix</a> and the Magickal properties, Health Benefits and Possible Side Effects of the ingredients involved in that which you can view here:<br />
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Imogen V Canehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06951294537272563126noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7534766260489631218.post-52102870106315994212018-09-30T12:44:00.000+01:002018-09-30T12:47:02.048+01:00WW: Pumpkin Spice Mix: Magickal Properties, Health Benefits and Possible Side Effects.<br />
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and reference that the majority of this blog post was directly copied, pasted
and altered from <a href="http://www.witchipedia.com/">http://www.witchipedia.com</a>
of whom I’m issuing full credit for this particular blog post. That said all the facts: including the
additional sourced information from other sites, google, my personal library
and information from my personal Book of Shadows and my experience all coincide
and backup the information from witchipedia as well as enhance and compliment
their information with further information which I have shared blelow. - I always credit my sources when
possible. The purpose of this blog entry
is not for profit, it is not to steal their information but it is to bring
knowledge and information to you. I hope
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spice was made from actual pumpkin then you may or may not know that it is is a
blended mix made up of Cinnamon, Ginger, Nutmeg, Allspice and Ground Clove. So I thought I would look at <b>SOME</b> of the health benefits, magickal
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<i><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Looking for more information? Why
not check out: <a href="http://www.witchipedia.com/herb:cinnamon">http://www.witchipedia.com/herb:cinnamon</a></span><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Cinnamon is associated with the
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Cinnamon is commonly used in incense.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Cinnamon can be burned to cleanse,
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Burning cinnamon can increase the
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Cinnamon oil (inc diluted essential
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Cinnamon can be used in love spells
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Cinnamon can be used in any fire
spells or to add heat.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Cinnamon is one of the go to spices for
upset stomachs and stomach problems, including car sickness and morning
sickness.</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Also for digestive problems,
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Cinnamon can be used in teas and
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">A cup of cinnamon tea after dinner is
said to stimulate digestion and help regulate blood sugar.</span></div>
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be applied to a toothache to deaden the pain (much like clove oil; but it is
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Women who are pregnant should not
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Over-chewing of cinnamon gum can
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Cinnamon should not be applied
topically (to the skin) as it is considered a dermal toxin and it is extremely
irritating to mucus membranes in particular.</span></div>
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may cause liver damage.<span style="font-size: 12pt;"> </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">May Increase the
Risk of Cancer. May Cause Mouth Sores. May Cause Low Blood Sugar. May Cause
Breathing Problems. May Interact With Certain Medications.</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Ginger is
used in spells to "speed things up" or to cause plans to come to
fruition quickly.</span></div>
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</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Ginger can
also be used in spells to add passion to an existing relationship.</span></li>
</ul>
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<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Ginger is a great boost for the
immune system and is great for any cold conditions associated with shivering.
Such as low grade fever or walking home from the bus stop in the rain. Or those
Autumn/Fall months.</span></div>
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</span></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The most common use for ginger in
healing is the treatment of upset stomach. Ginger tea, ginger ale, candy,
tablets, and the curiously strong ginger Altoids are often kept on hand for
sour stomachs, morning sickness and car sickness. It is also used to help
combat nausea associated with chemotherapy. Studies have shown similar results
between ginger and over the counter medicines for treating nausea. (These
contain sugar and phosphoric acid and coloring, which is pretty much Caffeine
Free Coca Cola. You decide.) People who tend to have sensitive stomachs and
indigestion may find relief by developing the habit of drinking a cup of ginger
tea after each meal.</span></div>
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</span></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Ginger is also a noted
anti-inflammatory agent. You can eat ginger candy or apply fresh slices of
ginger directly to the affected area.</span></div>
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Ginger has also been rumoured to help
fight cholesterol and to prevent blood clots. Some research also suggests that
ginger has cancer fighting properties.</span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Too much Ginger can stimulate your
stomach too much and lead to indigestion and gassiness, so moderation is
advised.</span></div>
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</span></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Blood thinner and should not be taken
by anyone on blood thinning medications or with bleeding disorders.</span></div>
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</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Pregnant women shouldn't use huge
amounts of ginger for a long period of time because it can irritate the
abdominal area. To reduce danger, use only fresh ginger rather than dried
ginger.</span></li>
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<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">A whole nutmeg seed can be carried to
bring luck during all games of chance from cards to Bingo to roulette. This
effect is greatly enhanced by creating an amulet of the seed by drilling a hole
in the nutmeg and filling it with Mercury and then stopping up the hole with
wax or glue or by carrying the seed wrapped in green cloth (or both).</span></div>
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<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Nutmeg can also be carried as a charm
to encourage a favorable decision in court cases and success in other legal
matters. Wrap it in a purple cloth or string it on a purple string for this
purpose.</span></div>
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</span></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">A Nutmeg in the pocket will also help
to ensure good luck while traveling.</span></div>
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
</span></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">An old Creole spell suggests that
sprinkling nutmeg in a woman's shoe at midnight will encourage her to fall
madly in love with you. Other ways of using nutmeg to encourage another's love
is to share a beverage flavored with nutmeg with them, or to wear a fragrance
featuring nutmeg oil.</span></div>
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</span></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Nutmeg can be added to beverages
drunk before meditation and divination to enhance clairvoyance and clear sight
and to encourage visions. A massage oil containing nutmeg essential oil or
nutmeg butter may also be rubbed into the temples for the same purpose.</span></div>
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><div style="text-align: justify;">
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</span></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Nutmeg essential oil is an ingredient
in Money Drawing Oil which can be used to anoint candles and other items during
spell work aimed at bringing money to the household. Powdered nutmeg can also
be added to money drawing powders which can be sprinkled over coals, candles
and other items during money drawing spells.</span></div>
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</span></li>
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<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">For the stomach: Nutmeg encourages the
appetite and aids digestion. It reduces gas and excess acid and eases cramping
associated with diarrhea, relieving many sources of stomach discomfort.</span></div>
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<br /></div>
</span></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Nutmeg is calming and can help ease
you into a gentle sleep. Try it sprinkled into a cup of warm milk sweetened
with honey.</span></div>
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Nutmeg butter may be added to salves
for the relief of minor skin irritations and for rheumatic rubs.</span></li>
</ul>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Use caution with nutmeg as it can
cause hallucinations if used in large amounts and can be toxic. Doses larger
than 1 tsp are not recommended. Pregnant women should not use nutmeg
medicinally.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Fatal.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Not to be taken with antidepressants.</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Allspice
is associated with the element of fire</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> and the planet Mars</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">. It is masculine in
nature, very manly. Use to honor very virile and powerful male archetypes.</span></div>
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><div style="text-align: justify;">
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</span></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Allspice is
very uplifting and increases energy and determination making it useful in many
different types of spells, especially healing spells.</span></div>
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><div style="text-align: justify;">
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</span></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The dried
berries, oil, or allspice incense can be burned to aid in spells for attracting
money and/or luck. The berries can also be added to sachets for attracting the
same.</span></div>
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</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Allspice is
useful in all healing mixtures.</span></li>
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<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Allspice can be used in a paste to soothe
toothache (much like cloves) and a mouthwash to freshen breath. It stimulates
the gastro-intestinal tract, so it can be used in teas to encourage the
appetite or aid in digestion. Allspice can also be added to tonics and
purgatives. Two or three drops of the essential oil with some sugar has been
used to cure flatulence.</span></div>
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Allspice is also listed as a
rubefacient, which means that it increases circulation to the skin, so it can
be used in treating acne and cold limbs. Allspice contains tannins, which provide
a mild anesthetic making it useful for the treatment of arthritis and sore
muscles either in a soak or a poultice.</span></li>
</ul>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Insufficient evidence suggests that
Allspice may cause Intestinal gas, Indigestion, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Fever, Flu,
Colds, Heavy menstrual bleeding.</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Cloves
are masculine</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> in nature
and aligned with the planet Jupiter</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> and the
element of fire</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">.</span></div>
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<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Used in
magick to attract good luck and prosperity, to keep good friends close, and to
help stop malicious gossip. Burn to prevent people from spreading rumors about
you or push the cloves into a red candle and burn that.</span></div>
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<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">To keep
friendships strong, make each friend a cloth bag with seven cloves inside. Wear
always.</span></div>
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</span></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Cloves can be
added to money drawing and good luck mojo bags for gamblers and clove oil can
be added to oils for similar purpose.</span></div>
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<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Cloves have
been used as an aphrodisiac</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">.
Simply infuse cloves into wine or apple cider to enjoy its effects.</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Clove oil (not essential oil) has
long been an essential part of the herbal first aid kit. It is both
antibacterial and anesthetic. Rub the oil directly on your gums to numb a
toothache.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Clove oil helps stimulate circulation
to the skin. It can be added to warming massage oils and dabbed on acne to
encourage healing.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Use clove buds in a tea to improve
digestion, prevent and relieve flatulence and relieve nausea and diarrhea. It
is also lovely steeped in milk, wine or juice with a cinnamon stick for these
purposes.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Test a drop of clove oil on the
inside of your elbow to ensure you are not sensitive to it.</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Common side effects of
topically applied clove may include: erection problems, trouble having an
orgasm (delayed ejaculation), itching, rash, mild skin irritation, sore gums,
mouth irritation, bleeding or swollen gums, or tooth changes after using clove
inside the mouth.</span></div>
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</span></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Inhaling smoke from clove
cigarettes or injecting clove oil into the veins unsafe and can cause
side effects such as breathing problems and lung disease.</span></div>
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</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Dried clove can also cause
mouth sensitivity and irritation, as well as damage to dental tissues.</span></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">In children, clove
oil is likely to be unsafe for use. It can cause severe side effects such as
seizures, liver damage, and fluid imbalances.</span></div>
</li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Shouldn't be used by women who are pregnant and/or breast-feeding despite it's said to be safe there is not enough reliable information about the safety of
taking clove in medicinal doses if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.</span></div>
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</span></li>
<li><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Bleeding disorders: Clove
oil contains a chemical called eugenol that seems to slow blood clotting. There
is a concern that taking clove oil might cause bleeding in people with bleeding
disorders.</span></div>
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</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Surgery: Clove oil contains
a chemical called eugenol that seems to slow blood clotting. There is a concern
that it might cause bleeding during or after surgery. Stop using clove at least
2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Supplies I’m back! I mean surprise!! But this particular blog entry is going to be about Supplies.. What I use and where I get it from..!! And perhaps even why!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Full disclaimer 1. <b>You absolutely do not need to buy anything</b> to practice Magick, Witchcraft, any form of Paganism such as Wicca, Druidry, Shamanism etc. These are all Earth Based Religions / Practices / Faiths etc meaning that our ancestors wouldn’t have gone out and purchased their tools and supplies; in fact most of them couldn’t afford to! Supplies were picked and grown from our lands while tools would have been shaped, carved and created from trees, bone, antler, clay etc. Although granted some would have been traded or purchased. - I am in no way encouraging you to spend money. 2. I’m from England UK and so I will try and reference international sources but keep that in mind.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I have been asked by a few people on Facebook, Instagram and a few other Social Media haunts as to where I get my supplies from.. What I use, how I got my Altar and how I have accumulated so much stuff… Do I use it all? Absolutely not! But I’m a creature of hoarding, collecting and materialistic things – especially if I can find them very inexpensively, make them myself or support independent businesses. - Though I am no stranger to chain stores etc either.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Since magick is all around us everywhere and in everything we are not restricted to how we practice nor what we use.. Although that said </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">let's take a look at some of the more common tools and supplies aka the "basics"?!!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><i>First I'll look at more stereotypical witchy items and then Wiccan and then a few other general items you may wish to practice with.. </i> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">So when we think of witches aside from the typical crooked nose, warts and green skin we also picture the conical hat, besom (or broom as it's more commonly known), a cat or other witches familiar, spell book, cauldron and perhaps a few other noticeables such as a black cloak or cape, potion bottles, spell ingredients such as frogs legs and eye of newt etc. So let's break down some of these more stereotypical witches items; though while I can't do much for your completion I'm sure there's some interesting makeup or special fx gurus on youtube who will aid you in the tips and tricks of cosmology.. So let's look at the more material things shall we.. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Besom/Broom: The besom as I said a besom is more commonly known as a broom or a witch's broom. These items are much more symbolic or for metaphysical use than literally functional. They are very much traditionally made brooms made for sweeping though these brooms are more for sweeping away negative energies and to cleanse a space spiritually /magickally / metaphysically than it is for literally sweeping dirt. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">(</span><i>SPOILERS!</i><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">) </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Besoms/brooms are also noted as the witch’s mode of transport however I don't personally know any that actually fly</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">!! Besoms can also be purchased around Halloween, at specialist stores including Etsy.com and some antique shops or made yourself – I made mine from upcycled Poundland Halloween costume props and a large fallen branch I obtained in the woods. Besoms are also incorporated</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> into some wedding or handfasting ceremonies and/or ritualistic dance and traditions.</span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Cat/Familiar: A cat or other witches familiar I have done a blog covering this so will link it <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2018/02/bos-prompts-13-spirit-guides-animals.html">HERE</a>. Essentially a pet that chooses you and lends its energies to you and your workings among other things.</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Cauldron: While having a cauldron is nice it's also not necessary at all. Cauldrons were the cooking pots of the day. If you think of a big pot of stew bubbling over an open fire then that was how food would have been cooked back in the day. Today our traditions would be the equivalent to a pan on a stove. Cauldrons / cooking pots and pans would be used to brew tea, potions, ointments, medicines etc.. As well as cooking food or preparing ingredients. While it's not impossible to find cauldrons you're definitely going to pay a pretty penny especially for a heavy cast iron one. I myself have quite a few small ceramic, brass and cast iron cauldrons which I believe I purchased them all from ebay. Again second hand shops / charity shops / thrift stores around Halloween, Antiques places, car boots (or yard sales for our international friends) are just a few places to look. Equally as mentioned a cauldron is not essential any heatproof cooking pan will suffice and even better if it has a lid. I even know some people who use oil burners or fondue sets and again I have both.</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Witches Hat: The conical hat is a pointed hat worn in many styles, fabrics and traditions throughout the ages however one belief of the witch is that it was believed that energies would manifest almost like a lighting conductor and be attracted and conducted as they hit the point of the hat and then be magnified as they’re protruded down the cone shape to the brim which then expels down into the witch surrounding her in an invisible cylinder of energies. Conical hats are not terribly difficult to make even out of paper although typically they're made of stiff fabric. They're also not terribly expensive to buy especially around Halloween where a cheap one could be purchased for use or even altered to adorn other elements and be customised to his or her tastes (as said Witches can be male or female). I actually stole mine from my kid Sisters Halloween costume some 4 years or so ago since she was throwing it out. I believe originally it was purchased from Wilkos for a few pounds or even Poundland. </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Cloak/Cape/Robes: A cloak or cape can easily be made or purchased at places such as eBay which is where I got mine. This is much more ceremonial or symbolic. Part of the attire almost like a uniform however not essential nor important. The colour(s) may also be symbolic or carry values. I did a blog on some colour correspondences <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2018/01/bos-prompts-10-colours-candles.html">HERE</a>. Alternatively some practices are done Skyclad (naked).</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Bottles/Jars/Vials/Containers: Potion bottles themselves are easy to come by depending on type, size, colour etc Pound shops, wilkos, ikea carry them but see second hand / charity shops / thrift stores. Also check out crafting sections of chain stores, craft shops or repurpose other bottles or food containers, again ebay, etsy, aliexpress etc and then fill the empty bottles / veils etc with your desired supplies, potions, poisons, tinctures, specimens, oils etc..</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Spellbooks: Spellbooks can be purchased from specialist shops, book shops, ebay, amazon etc or even passed down. The majority of my books, including my spell books, came from ebay.co.uk as I'm no stranger to second hand goods especially when you apply the three C's <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2017/11/c-bos-prompts-2-3-cs-book-blessings.html">(cleanse, consecrate and charge)</a>. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Book of Shadows or Grimoires</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> are typically made yourself or handed down.</span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Spell Ingredients: <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Spell ingredients such as herbs, spices, resins, bark etc can be </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">purchased from specialist shops, food/grocery shops/stores, spice shops, herbalist shops etc etc they can also be home grown, traded, harvested from the wild etc - I also want to </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">point out that back in days of old when spells used 'wing of bat' and 'tongue if dog', 'eye of newt' etc these were nicknames given to herbs a lot of these herbs we still use today check out this website for some of those more obscure old world names </span><a href="http://www.tryskelion.com/herbs_old_world_names_for_herbs.html">HERE</a><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">In Wicca on a Wiccan altar you have a god and goddess side. Typically the altar will be also split into element representative quarters. There are a few set ways of laying out an altar and the items which <i>should</i> be upon it for use in various workings, rituals, spells, etc.. However the silver rule of <b><i>do what feels right to you</i></b> strongly applies here.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Altar: An altar can be made in any space. Traditionally this would be wooden like a wood table - this is an earth based connection. However some of use, like myself, get a little more creative with our secret shoebox altars or our grand room dedicated spaces, our inconspicuous shelves etc.. I myself have a glass display cabinet for the simple reason my cats (or my cat and my familiar) like to get into everything!! Altars can be created and altered from many mundane items; purchased or sourced for free preloved / second hand or new from places like Ikea, Argos and other furniture sellers. Feel free to get inspiration here: <a href="http://fuckyeahaltars.tumblr.com/">http://fuckyeahaltars.tumblr.com/</a><br /><br />Altar Cloth: Said altar would usually be covered with an altar cloth (but not always) - this is both for protection and also the colour of the cloth or any pattern can be symbolic to the season, dedication, user, path etc. I have a piece of black velvet which works nicely as simple and Gothy looking. Other ideas are off cuts of fabric, scarves, tapestries, shawls, blankets, towels, prayer mats, table mats, ceramic tile, cushion covers, chopping board etc..<br /><br />Athame: An athame (athame is pronounced as 'a thor may') it is a ritualistic or ceremonial knife. This knife is not for cutting physical objects. Traditionally black handled double edged blade that doesn't have to be metal if can be carved wood, bone, antler or stone even plastic if you so wish. It is used to direct energy, cast/recalling circles and cut metaphysical or energy ties. This is dominantly a male/masculine object. Personally my athame isn't black handled its pink handled, double edged letter opener I got on ebay.<br /><br />Bell: Bells are used for many a purpose from clearing negative or bad energies, dismissing of spirits or elementals, cleansing, as a signifier to starting/ending working/spell/prayer/ritual etc or as a representation of the element air. A bell is a feminine object. I personally don't have a bell. I do however have some thumb symbols, a singing bowl and a few other high frequency sounding items. None of which are on my altar top.<br /><br />Besom/Broom: I've already covered ^.</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Boline: Another kind of knife is a boline this is a curved blade almost like a small scythe. They're typically very sharp and are used for cutting herbs or engraving candles. I got a carpet cutting tool on ebay with a curved blade and wooden handle.</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Candles: I have a fair few blogs about candles including <a href="https://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2017/07/ww-wish-candles-budget-friendly.html">types of candle</a> and</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2018/01/bos-prompts-10-colours-candles.html">candle colours</a>.</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> Typically any white candle can be used in place of a colour. Candles can be a shape or type to represent the working/ritual/spell etc or be engraved. They can be anointed with oils or herbs. I typically get my chime/spell/wish (birthday)/Hanukkah candles from ebay, tea light candles from Wilkos and any time I see a great deal on candles I get them plus I also make them myself such as my skull candles, votive and other specialist candles. In Wicca candles are used to represent the god (usually gold, red or black) and the goddess (usually silver, green or white). They can also be used to represent the elements or mark the quarters, spirit, as a working candle, fire etc. Fire is a male item.</span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Chalice/Cup: A Chalice or Cup has multi functional properties firstly it is a feminine object as its represented as the womb. It is a ceremonial object in which wine or water (or other liquids) can be poured and shared with the divine, spirit, deceased etc as an <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2018/03/bos-prompts-16-deity-offerings-fae.html">offering</a>. It can be as simple as a cup or glass or as complicated as a forged goblet or chalice.</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Dishes: Dishes as I mentioned before about various dishes and such forth some are for specific tasks such as a libation dish which is typically a small bowl, dish or cup/chalice that is used to place offerings in (see my blog post on offerings <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2018/03/bos-prompts-16-deity-offerings-fae.html">HERE</a>). </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Feathers: Feathers are a representation of air and also of angels. Feathers can be obtained from parks/woods or craft stores. <i>Be aware that some countries such as America it is illegal to own animal parts including bird feathers.</i></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Pentacle or Pentagram Altar Tile: A Pentacle or Pentagram this is another symbol which I've covered in many blogs so click <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2017/12/c-bos-prompts-3-pentacle-pentagram.html">HERE</a> for more information. However in Wicca typically a Pentacle/Pentagram would be used as the centre of the altar. I myself have a white wall tile with a silver and black Pentacle drinks coaster on top. The tile I had laying around but the coaster was from ebay..</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br />Salt/Salt Water: Salt / Salt Water is pretty self explanatory. There's various salts from sea salt to Himalayan pink rock salt and epsom salt. Salt is pretty much used as purification among other things. It can be used as a representation of water.</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br />Sword/Dagger: Some people also like to have swords or daggers as part of their arsenal of tools though this lends itself more towards weapons. - I personally haven't looked into this however.<br /><br />Stones/Crystals: Stones or crystals can be used for many of their metaphysical or magickal properties.<br /><br />Wand: A wand can be used instead of an athame. Typically this will be a wooden stick. Tree associations and properties are usually used here. Alternatively crystal wands (and their properties), clay or even your index finger or dominant hand will suffice. I made my wand for more information on this go <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2017/08/mm-ww-diy-wand-prayer-beads-witches.html">HERE</a>.</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Working book: Some people like to have a separate notebook for their planning which they copy finalised and successful recipes etc into their Book of Shadows / Grimoires later.</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I hope that gives you some ideas of things you'd like to obtain. Most ritualistic tools while dedicated to one's craft would still be made from mundane items; as said a lot of things traditionally would have been made from found objects gathered from nature including a lot of clay sculpted, wood carved or woven creations etc. Wands would have been carved from sticks and knives from sticks, branches, bone, antler etc. Even mortar and pestle would have been a rock and a bigger rock or stone surface. Incense would have been made from scratch ingredients (plants, resins, bark etc). A lot of herbs, resins, bark etc would have been picked fresh and dried then stored for use. Today we're lucky in that we can pop to most grocery stores to find basic herbs; pre-dried and bottled ready for our use. Specialist shops inc ebay and etsy sellers may carry more obscure items. - I also recommend keeping your magickal and cooking supplies separate just encase!!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Other things you might like to buy are more personal to the user such as jewellery pieces especially those which are amulets, talismans, trinkets etc (I did a blog on these and what's the difference between them <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2018/03/bos-prompts-15-magickal-jewellery.html">HERE</a>). Of course you can make your own or purchase them. Mine are a mixture of what I made myself and inexpensive AliExpress jewellery. This then falls into our curio items (curiosities); so unusual and obscure items like skulls, taxidermy, legs, wings etc.. Which is usually more for decor purposes than functional in modern day practices. You may also want to buy, alter or make trinket boxes, dishes, drawstring bags, silk cloths etc.. Or other items such as dreamcatchers, evil eyes, wards, signs, wall hangings, windchimes, suncatchers etc</span></span></blockquote>
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I trust we have all had a magickal Spring / Summer. I know hosting the three Instagram challenges <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BjVQ3wEADaT/?taken-by=missimoinsane">#OMGItsJuneWitches</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BkgAA33g3aA/?taken-by=missimoinsane">#OMGItsJulyWitches</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BltaSB2gV9B/?taken-by=missimoinsane">#OMGItsAugustWitches</a> were all a fantastic success and I absolutely loved seeing what everyone else was up to!! That said I’m also announcing my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bn5yyo5HOY0/?taken-by=missimoinsane">#31WitchyThings</a> Instagram Challenge for October which feel free to follow me on my Witchy Instagram @ <a href="http://www.instagram.com/missimoinsane">www.instagram.com/missimoinsane</a> as we head into Autumn (Fall) now what with Mabon / Autumn Equinox this weekend coming – many Mabon Blessings to you and yours!! </div>
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So it’s usually in these darker months that we tend to focus more on the darker aspects of our practice and it’s this time of the year a lot of us start looking at Shadow Working. Now I touched on Shadow working before in fact I wrote a whole blog on it <b><a href="https://ppwwmm.blogspot.com/2018/04/bos-prompt-22-shadow-work-self-love.html">HERE</a></b>. But also over these darker months I’d like to get back into writing for you all so I’m looking for ideas (either further in depth of what I’ve already wrote or stuff I haven’t yet covered). So absolutely feel free to comment here, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BookOfShadowsPrompts/?timeline_context_item_type=intro_card_work&timeline_context_item_source=100013445354827">the facebook page</a>, facebook message or contact me on one of my other social medias.<br />
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Imogen V Canehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06951294537272563126noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7534766260489631218.post-46467020389063265282018-09-19T10:45:00.000+01:002018-09-19T10:48:07.524+01:00October Instagram Challenge #31WitchyThingsThis summer I brought you 3 witchy challenges; #omgitsjunewitches #omgitsjulywitches #omgitsaugustwitches and I know a few of you were sad to see my tripple challenges end when I announced I wouldn't be hosting a September challenge but as promised I had plans for an October so....... I'm now announcing my October witchy Instagram challenge #31WitchyThings x.<br />
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Imogen V Canehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06951294537272563126noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7534766260489631218.post-84412701257366616022018-06-26T09:52:00.000+01:002018-09-19T10:48:40.837+01:00July Instagram Challenge #omgitsjunlyitchesSince my June Instagram Witchy Photo Challenge was such a success - thank you to all who took part.. It's absolutely never too late to share your inspirational images! - I decided to put together a witchy Instagram challenge for July#omgitsjulywitches x.<br />
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The prompt says 'press' leaves and other found objects. The key word is press, like using a flower press to dry out these things.. I have a spooky box club flower press but they're not too expensive on ebay, obviously reuseable and there's loads of tutorials online as to how to dry flowers or press flowers inc diy your own flower press.. But I digress.</div>
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⬜ Option 1. Use a flower press and thurrely dry out the flowers so they're well preserved and not wet at all.. before putting them in.. Not only will they be thinner in your book but shouldn't decompose or cause as much damage. - I don't know how this would hold up over time.</div>
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And while I have your attention.. People who are sticking magazine pages in note they're not all acid free and this will tarnish your books over time if you plan to keep them. Same with some cheaper stamping inks and printer inks that are not acid free or archival quality. - this for me doesn't so much matter as I take photos of the pages so I'll always have a digital copy if anything should happen to the book..</div>
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Imogen V Canehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06951294537272563126noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7534766260489631218.post-4602316741049015272018-05-06T11:47:00.000+01:002018-09-20T07:46:04.741+01:00BoS Prompts Part 1 Conclusion.<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span>
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Facebook Group. These posts get between
200 to 1000+ views each and the group has 103 inactive members <i>(excluding myself)</i> so I figured that
closing down the group and creating a Facebook Page @ <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BookOfShadowsPrompts">https://www.facebook.com/BookOfShadowsPrompts</a>
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of Shadows blog Prompts here with a view to continue doing these
posts come late Autumn (Fall) / Winter time..
But anything can happen between now and then so I make no promises. However I will resume back to doing one off
posts here and there which I think would suit this BoS category and so I’ll be
posting them on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/missimoinsane">my Patreon</a> *for free*
and also on <a href="https://twitter.com/missimoinsane">my Twitter</a> and in various Facebook groups.. & Facebook Page <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BookOfShadowsPrompts/">https://www.facebook.com/BookOfShadowsPrompts/</a>.
It’s been a crazy journey this past 25
weeks or so and so much has changed for me in that time. I really hope these blogs have been of use to
someone; and no I won’t be deleting them and so they’ll remain here for as
long as they remain...!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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decided to do a 5 part series on getting started with a Book of Shadows. I did 5 posts on setting up a Book of Shadows / Grimoire and then fellow members of a
group I frequented asked me to do these blog posts every Sunday, we would work
on them and share within the group what we had done on Fridays. By week 8 I was very frustrated that not one
person had bothered to do these prompts..
And by week 18 I had been banned from that group for being depressed and
suicidal and unfriended by some of the people I thought were like family to me –
so live and learn. I did start doing
these prompts for them but soon found that I was doing them for myself and I
have learnt more, recapped, reviewed and grown so much as a spiritual /
magickal person. Outside of these I have
also grown from my depression, anxiety, fibromyalgia and other medical problems
and have a much more positive view forward with my life, at least the near
future. I am sad to be ending these
posts here but I feel that I have achieved what I wanted to do in bringing you food
for thought and a jumping off point as to what to include in your Books of
Shadows as well as hopefully some encouragement to learn and grow yourselves. I have a lot of people come to me and say
'I'm new, will you teach me..' and in truth the only way (I personally feel)
you learn is to read everything, practice everything, take onboard everyones
opinions (not just one persons) and work out for yourself what YOU feel works
for you regardless of if you're a Wiccan Pagan, Druid Pagan, Other kind of
Pagan, Witch, Spiritual, Unsure, Inquisitive, Mundane or somewhere inbetween or
beyond. We all have to start somewhere
so I thought I'd write a blog each week with some IN MY OPINION & MY
BELIEFS (as an Eclectic Wiccan / Pagan and a Witch of 16-19 years (at this
time). Please feel free to disagree with
me - but you don't to be rude about it.
Feel free to get others opinions or make your own mind up.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">You can see <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2017/11/cauldroneers-bos-prompts.html">the full list of blogs here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">You can also check out <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTePDilWDEOAKGDXPgeMNmw?view_as=subscriber">my YouTube</a>
as I post unboxings and my thoughts and opinions on DeAgostini’s Enhancing Your
Mind Body Spirit magazines so check that out <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTePDilWDEOAKGDXPgeMNmw?view_as=subscriber">here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I truly hope we have covered What is a Book of Shadows / Grimoire?</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">- From my understanding (in my opinion) that these books are used as journals and/or references and/or..</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Well let me explain - A Book of Shadows (BoS) / Grimoire is used to contain a Pagan/Witch/Spiritual Persons spells, ritual, recipes, notes, thoughts, instructions, other workings, instructions, education etc..</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">It is typically handwritten, but not always, and it's usually a very private book.</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Sometimes this book may be a collective book like one shared in a coven (but here we're looking at personal BoS/G).</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Sometimes this book is passed down throughout a family or left to descendants upon death and other times it's to be burnt with the writer.</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Some writers even publish theirs or versions of.</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">- Similar books may be a Book of Light, Book of Mirrors, Book of Rainbows, Book of Angels and the list goes on.</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/RhomanysRealm" style="color: #b4195b; text-decoration-line: none;">RhomanysRealm</a> YouTube </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/TheFourQueens" style="color: #b4195b; text-decoration-line: none;">Kelly-Ann Maddox</a> YouTube</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/starryeyedlillady" style="color: #b4195b; text-decoration-line: none;">Joey Morris</a> YouTube </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/TipToeChick" style="color: #b4195b; text-decoration-line: none;">TipToeChick </a>YouTube </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7Chd55yykxATp8DEieR_fw" style="color: #b4195b; text-decoration-line: none;">Tarot Tribe Beyond Worlds</a> YouTube</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/TheLadygravedancer" style="color: #b4195b; text-decoration-line: none;">LadyGraveDancer</a> YouTube</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/HeavenlyDemonic5" style="color: #b4195b; text-decoration-line: none;">Earthly Alchemy</a> YouTube</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvLrZTNkOyg9Ga5R8XkElhA" style="color: #b4195b; text-decoration-line: none;">Raven Flower</a> YouTube</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/owlvine" style="color: #b4195b; text-decoration-line: none;">Owlvine Green</a> YouTube</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/JoannaDeVoe" style="color: #b4195b; text-decoration-line: none;">Joanna DeVoe</a> YouTube</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/DragonFeather369" style="color: #b4195b; text-decoration-line: none;">DragonFeather369</a> YouTube</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLTpjPrdKUrGL8DAXRVyw3w" style="color: #b4195b; text-decoration-line: none;">Amethyst</a> YouTube</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/erickgarcia209" style="color: #b4195b; text-decoration-line: none;">Erick Silvermoon</a> YouTube</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Following the success of the last
2 blogs regarding getting you practicing magick by – “<a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/04/bos-prompt-20-breaking-fear-of.html">Breaking the fear of practicing & writing your own workings.</a>” and also “<a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/04/bos-prompt-21-magickal-housekeeping-and_22.html">Magickal Housekeeping And Everyday Practical Magick.</a>” Both aimed at newer practitioners especially
those still in the closet. Today’s blog
is about ‘Shadow Work’, a term which most people shy away from as it sounds
dark possibly even evil and not this airy fairy <i>“light”</i> magick everyone seeks to
attain to be <i>“good”</i>. Well I’m here to
tell you you’re wrong (and a little bit right)..! Today’s blog is open to the world it’s not necessarily
Witchy or Pagan based at all but leans more towards mental health! - I’m striving to prove that even the most
mundane of people do magickal acts without even realising like that morning
ritual of a brew or their get home after work routine. Mental health is no joke and hopefully we can
touch on some points here to help improve everyone’s path in life.. And raise awareness. Everyone has been through something and it's those something we're looking to explore starting here today!!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">First of all what is the
shadow? Well the Shadow is the 'dark
side' of our personalities, our character, ourselves even our personas (that we put on as a show for others). It's those primal primitive instincts and
negative emotions and reactions. It is our very core
self that we suppress into the darker corners of our inner selves. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">What is Shadow Work? It’s basically us looking at those deeper
darker aspects of ourselves in order to understand ourselves and perhaps evolve
and improve ourselves on all levels including mentally and physically. It
is literally looking at those parts of us we have buried deep down, locked away
in the back of our minds, that be push down, suppress and burry all being brought
out into the light and being exposed and explored, being unpicked and unravelled to really
see if we can get a better handle on what makes us tick, what drives us, what
is that darker side of our character that we hide away (almost like we’re Dr.Jekyll
and we’re looking at the Mr.Hyde parts of ourselves or in some cases vice versa).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Shadow Working is usually done in
the darker aspects of the year typically mid-late Autumn (Fall) through to
early Spring time; although of course it can be practiced all year round. In
fact I prefer to do it mid-late Spring through to early Autumn (Fall) simply
because the sun helps keeps me positive and balanced and is the light when I try to cope with the dark.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">So how is it we even have a darker
self? Well this inner self that's hiding in the shadows of our very being is caused by suppressed thoughts, emotions, actions.. Most of us dwell upon being seen in the
most positive light and so our personalities, our interests, hobbies,
self-image, the things we do and say etc.. We craved
to be well liked and respected even loved and desired!
We have learnt that society prefers the most beautiful, the perfect and well-loved
forms and so we take all the negative aspects and hide them away.. We cover our imperfections with makeup, body
flattering clothing, locked journals, secrets behind closed doors.. We suppress the bad as we’ve always been
taught from birth the difference between right and wrong and it's those wrong
parts that we hide in our shadows that eat away at us. We were taught certain behaviours are not
acceptable nor tolerated such as crying or throwing a tantrum because you can’t
get your own way being met with a firm hand to the backside or weeks of being
grounded in our rooms with no niceties which we want so we learn not to cry or
throw tantrums even though we want too. –
On this note I'm definitely not saying to go out and murder some people, rape,
steal, or do other unspeakable things or act of terrorism. What I'm saying is to explore why you feel
you want to do those things to relieve yourself of them, get a better
understanding of why you think and feel those things in the first place so that
you can deal with and defeat them and overcome those feelings not just burry
them inside ourselves. Shadow work is
also what can be explored through various forms of counselling and therapies,
with trusted friends/family or alone by ourselves. Thought it's important to note that you
shouldn’t go into this lightly or jump in with both feet to the very deepest
parts alone. Everyone has their own
demons and you need to be able to be in control so as not to endanger yourself and/or others.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">However if done correctly it's
nothing to be feared!! Exploring your
shadow can lead to a much better fulfilled life of self-worth, wellbeing,
creativity, energy, happiness, personal awakening, personal power and
development.. It can truly open our eyes
to see who our friends are and the people who don't add value to our lives (ie
the people who leech off of you and just take).
It can open your eyes to understand anger issues, depression, anxiety,
other suppressed emotions, feelings and values. It can help you to be the best you on all
levels. But it’s not some miracle that’s
going to fix years of torture, torment, negativity, depression, medical
conditions especially in mental health but
it will help you on the road to recovery.. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Speaking of the dangers
though.. In some cases the shadow part
lashes out consciously or subconsciously which then leads to people who do more
wrong because they don’t know how to control or can no longer continue to
suppress and that’s when the bad things happen.
This is when you get those over all bad eggs. Throughout history when you look at every
serial killer, psycho or sociopath the majority of them when you look at their past clearly have a
tormented history. Even those who had it
all: perfect parents, friends, money it was not enough! And in some circumstances was even the cause of their downfall being that one day they just snapped. Or some psychotic break is made which is when
we delve into schizophrenia and other psychological takeovers. – So while exploration can be dangerous it
could be equally or more so dangerous not to explore those hidden depths. Which again brings us back to the Dr.Jekyll
and Mr.Hyde situation where Jekyll being the well-respected Doctor who was all
round good but couldn’t control the Hyde aspect who was definitely not ‘good’
or lived up to Jekyll’s idealistic morals.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">By now you’re probably on the
fence torn between wanting to explore that inner self, the inner child, those
suppressed memories and feelings to become a better all-round person and also
not wanting to become some psycho killer, rapist, narcissists, depressed loser,
suicidal maniac.. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">So let’s look at some of the
benefits of doing Shadow Work. Improved
mental and physical health and wellbeing - accepting ourselves inc' ache, scares,
weight, love handles, limp, hunch etc etc..
It's all a part of you and if people can't accept that of you they're
not real friends or people you should strive to keep in your life. Speaking of..
It also improves your relationships..
You're able to not envy others and be your own person and in turn strive
to achieve as opposed to that living in everyone else's shadow of never being as
good as or better than X person. In turn
this true self-confidence will win you better relationships. And also help you see that even those perfect
people are suppressing a lot within their inner shadows. Plus dealing with your issues helps you all
round. You're able to truly know yourself
and your passions the things you like and be able to do them as opposed to that
fear that was holding you back. So untimely
more self-confidence and able to be your own person and not live up to other people’s
expectations or even criticisms.. The list
of positivity is endless..<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">1. Center yourself, it's important before
engaging in shadow work be be well balanced and centered. With a positive outlook - which is one of the
reasons I prefer to work in the summer times as the light literally helps to
pull me out of the dark. Being calm,
open minded and in a neutral or safe space literally and figuratively.
Sometimes prior knowledge in Mindfulness is helpful here too alongside
meditation and/or grounding in order to be centered and balanced.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">2. True awareness is important as
it is important to know the difference between who you are NOW and what you
feel and who you were and what you felt.
It's important to be aware as we look at self-reflection to remain
outside and observe than to get pulled back in to those emotions, feeling,
thoughts, behaviours and actions.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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yourself and self-compassion as you're going to be digging up some deep dark
emotions; some of which may be a little harder to forgive or accept than others
but it's important to show yourself the compassion and kindness to keep
positive while dealing with these negative emotions. Accept that you're only human.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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accept and deal with what was in order to improve and change what is. It's often very uncomfortable looking at who
we were regardless of if you're looking at the abused child, yobful youth, bolshy teenager,
young delinquent, misguided young adult, that snobby rich kid, the school bully or one being bullied, that anxious vulnerable child, the shy bookworm, or the person you were yesterday! Reality is it might not actually be as pretty
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">5. Honesty and realism. If you go into this thinking you don't need
to change you're perfect the way you are and you had an amazing life. Maybe this isn't for you.. If you're seriously truly happy then perhaps
the skeletons in your closet and demons under your bed are perhaps best left
alone; at least for now. But if you truly want to
improve your life no matter who you are or where you're at then being honest
and real with yourself is very important. - Own your
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Work. It's important to write everything
down, in fact some of the best practices are to just write and write and write
until your hand bleeds - write everything and anything; don't think just
do. Then read back and highlight or
underline anything you feel that stands out.
- I know for a fact there's some YouTube prompt videos out there which
may help if you struggle with this exercise.
But record everything in writing.
Or read over some of them journal and make notes on anything you feel
you want to revisit. Don't try unpicking
the deepest darkest manifestations start on the outside with the little
things. Other exercises may be to mind
map thoughts and triggers write them down on paper. Or create a moodboard of images you feel represent those things lurking in your shadows.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Sometimes it's important to detach yourself from these aspects so you
can truly deal with them. Think of it
more of you're helping a friend with their problems.. What would you say to them? Now apply this to yourself.. Sometimes it's simply easier to deal if we
detach ourself but remember we have to reattach ourselves in order to progress
after process.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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do. For more information an amazing magickal UK
YouTuber who talks about shadow work a lot is <o:p></o:p><span style="background-color: #141414; color: white; font-size: 13px;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/TheFourQueens" style="color: #b4195b; text-decoration-line: none;">Kelly-Ann Maddox</a>. </span></span></div>
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<b>- PLEASE NOTE EVEN IF YOU’RE THE WISEST OF CRONES AND EXTREMELY EXPERIENCED YOU MIGHT STILL LEARN OR AT LEAST ENJOY SOMETHINGS WITHIN THIS BLOG.</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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- For the sake of this blog post when I say “ornaments” I live in England I believe in America ornaments are what you put on trees? I am referring to decorative items, figurines, statues and similar display pieces and home decor. <o:p></o:p><br />
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<span style="color: #3d85c6;">- Also note I am putting all resource materials in <u>BLUE</u> for your easy finding later - you're welcome!</span><br />
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If you have read my previous blog posts you’ll know I’ve been studying and practicing a Pagan (Wicca / Eclectic Wicca) path alongside witchcraft for many many years, even before I knew that I was.. During this path and study I’ve collected and read a number of amazing books including: <o:p></o:p></div>
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<li><span style="color: #3d85c6;">“A Charmed Life – How to Make Your Life More Magical” By Teresa Moorey.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #3d85c6;">“TO WALK A PAGAN PATH – PRACTICAL SPIRITUALITY FOR EVERY DAY” By Alaric Albertsson. </span></li>
<li><span style="color: #3d85c6;">“THE MAGICKAL HOUSEHOULD – SPELLS & RITUALS FOR THE HOME” By Scott Cunningham & David Harrington.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #3d85c6;">“MAGICAL HOUSEKEEPING – Simple Charms & Practical Tips for Creating a Harmonious Home” By Tess Whitehurst.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #3d85c6;">“Mrs. B’s Guide to HOUSEHOLD WITCHERY – Everyday Magic, Spells & Recipes” by Kris Bradley.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #3d85c6;">"A Year and a Day of Everyday Witchcraft - 366 Ways to Witchify Your Life" By Deborah Blake.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #3d85c6;">“CLEAR YOUR CLUTTER – with Feng Shui” By Karen Kingston,</span></li>
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These are just 7 books from my collection, I have a great many more and there’s many more I haven’t yet read / own. – I’m working on it!! But all of them give great inspiration and ideas of how to live a magickal life some more literal and aimed more at the Pagan / Witch community and some a little more aimed at open minded people who wouldn’t class themselves as Pagan, Witchy and/or even Spiritual. <span style="color: #cccccc;">(Feel free to leave comments below and/or on the Facebook group and/or message me with further book recommendations!)</span><o:p></o:p><br />
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I also want to take this time to mention some none magickal resources to truly improve your life. The first being a book by David Allen which if you’ve been in the planner community for the last 2-3 years you’ll more than likely of heard of his book <span style="color: #3d85c6;">“Getting Things Done – How to Achieve Stress-free Productivity” By David Allen. </span> Another book would be <span style="color: #3d85c6;">“The Miracle Morning - The 6 Habits That Will Transform Your Life Before 8AM” By Hal Elrod </span>(Creator of Level 10 Life). Another book would be <span style="color: #3d85c6;">“Unf*ck Your Habitat – You’re Better Than Your Mess” By Rachel Hoffman</span> which there’s also a phone app you can download to help you to achieve this! Finally I wanted to take the time to mention a powerful way to declutter your life (I’m working on it all honestly) method known as <span style="color: #3d85c6;">the KonMari method <a href="http://konmari.com/">http://konmari.com/</a></span> <i>Quote: “Developed by Marie Kondo, The KonMari Method™ is widely regarded as a new approach to decluttering based on Japanese values in order to surround yourself with items that spark joy.”</i> – I have seen a lot of YouTubers tackle their craft / planner supplies with this method. – Feel free to look into that at your own leisure.</div>
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<i>Back to the living a magickal life.</i><o:p></o:p></div>
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In my last blog “<a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/04/bos-prompt-20-breaking-fear-of.html">Breaking the fear of practicing & writing your own workings.</a>” I went into detail about a number of ways in which you can incorporate mundane daily life into your magickal practice from what you make and do. Ie making a meal, making a drink, bathing etc. In this blog I wanted to look a bit more at some of the ways in which you can live a more magickal life, even if you’re still in the broom closet. In fact that's whom I'm dedicating this blog post to!!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i>Side note: As I have previously mentioned when saying spells, rituals, prayers, wishes, gratitude, grace, calling upon (deity, spirit, st, etc etc) this can be done silently in your head, whispered, spoken aloud softly, spoken aloud loudly and/or even shouted from the very mountain tops.. Yes you may feel silly but you'll get used to it.<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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A typical day can start with getting up and firstly thanking the Sun, Elements, Deity, Ancestors, Spirits or even the Moon etc.. for all that you have (Gratitude) and to greet them, show your appreciation. It’s a good positive start to the day having that positive reflection or outlook rather than waking up feeling sorry for yourself that you have to go to work and pouring those energies into your morning coffee literally string in all those negative emotions and really setting the tone for the day ahead.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Speaking of that morning coffee, or if you’re anything like me then it’s tea, as mentioned previously that first cup of the day you can stir clockwise to bring good intentions or anticlockwise to push away bad ones. Putting simplistic thoughts into making that drink that morning ritual of get up and before anything else stick the kettle on and poor a nice brew. That alone is a simply magickal act which can be enhanced by putting a little more thought into it. As you’re reaching for that clean fresh cup – think of symbolism “clean” and “fresh”. I’m not saying you should grab the loose tea, best china cup and practice the art of Tasseography – well if the mood strikes and you have time, go for it!! But just your simplistic making a cup of tea/coffee. This could even be advanced by putting good will and intentions (thoughts) into the cup of your partner / parents / children / friends that you kindly (not begrudgingly) make for them in the morning too.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Following the morning cuppa heading to the bathroom to have a wash / bath / shower remember in my last blog how I mentioned that you can bless the water (with the power of your mind and hands) to cleanse yourself of negativity. You could include essential oils or salts or even use soaps that were made with essential oils to bring to you certain things you wish for the day like lavender if you wish for a relaxing day or patchouli to bring wealth or even sex etc..<o:p></o:p></div>
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So that’s three magickal acts all before breakfast!! Speaking of breakfast again this can be a magickal act of showing gratitude and honouring the earth. While making / eating cereal or buttered toast think of the yearly cycle of crops growing and the harvest or of that cow that gave the milk and the process and journey of these simple every day taken for granted things. I’m not saying do this exact thing every day but something similar.. It's just it’s an idea. Equally let’s say you opt for a cooked breakfast which could include some herbs and/or spices which again have magickal properties.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Choosing your outfit, getting dressed, adorning your outfit with accessories. I have spoken before about how none magickal jewellery (<a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/03/bos-prompts-15-magickal-jewellery.html">see my blog about amulets, talismans and charmed jewellery</a>) can be charmed. How jewellery that can be magickal like say a amethyst crystal is very bohemian and not unusual for jewellery these days; yet holds great magickal powers as an amulet. Equally if you’re not able to wear jewellery or other accessories look at the colour of your clothing and what that represents (<a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/01/bos-prompts-10-colours-candles.html">seem my blog about colour correspondences</a>). Also how does your outfit make you feel. We all have that lucky pair of pants, that outfit that makes us feel a million dollars but secretly was thrifted. – If you don’t then you’re shopping all wrong! Or the magickal feeling of confidence can come from your hair cut / colour / style or even makeup, perfume – especially those homemade with essential oil perfumes.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Regardless of if you’re going out, staying in or a mixture of the two the day will present a number of opportunities. From simply smiling and having a more upbeat positive attitude or persona to doing good deeds for others (remember what we said though doing a good deed for good to come back to you ie karma is actually bad.. You should do good because you want to do good end of). This positivity will in turn manifest into good things for you and/or others - smiles are very contagious. Help others. Make time for yourself and make that time spent on doing something you love.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Daily routine of house work doesn’t have to be the burden or chore it might seem. There’s many YouTubers out there like<span style="color: lime;"> </span><span style="color: #3d85c6;">‘<a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/cleanmyspace">Clean My Space</a>’ and ‘<a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/OrganizedClutterbug">Clutterbug</a>’</span><span style="color: lime;"> </span>which make amazing video content on cleaning quick, easy and dare I say fun? As well as storage and organisation!! And I know both of these channels have DIY home cleaning products made from natural and safe products (I've tried and tested and I’m on this train!!) which can be fragranced with essential oils.. But essential oils have their own magickal properties remember – <b>double kill..!! </b>Why not “make your home smell nice” when really you’re adding positive vibrations, removing bad energies, making a peaceful environment, creative energies and so on. – Remember what I said though some essential oils (like herbs) are toxic to you and/or your pets so be mindful. Cats also typically don’t like citrus scents. Another book recommendation for you which has a lot of home remedies is <span style="color: #3d85c6;">"JUDGES HERBAL HOME REMEDIES - Natural Health, Beauty & Home-Care Secrets" By Jude C.Todd"</span>.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Speaking of making your home smell nice... Essential oils can be used in oil burners and also put into candles! Candles can be used for decoration it’s true but also for their scent. Candles made with essential oils can carry those essential oil properties too. So want to spice things up with the bedroom, relax things in the bathroom, create a more intensive feeling in the kitchen, create positive energies in the hallway/reception area etc.. then essential oil candles can be a great witchy / non-witchy way to achieve this. Forget spending hours brewing up some tincture or spell to add to your lovers’ food simply make a candle. Or incense which can double as potpourri. – Note. You can use white sage essential oil diluted with water to make a spray which you can use to smudge your home if you can’t burn sage.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The day can continue to unfold and may include taking trips to some of your favourite places such as the woods, the seaside or even a park where you might throw a penny in a well / fountain and make a wish – not an uncommon thing to do but for you; you just did magick!! Plus kudos for the extra good points if it’s one of those where the money goes to a charity! Also there might be birds at the park and so take time out to stop and feed the birds..<o:p></o:p></div>
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Speaking of feeding: brunch, lunch, dinner, tea, high tea, supper, pudding, snack, treat all of the food / drink consuming times can be treat equally to the way in which we looked at breakfast; thinking about the cycle, process, how blessed and lucky we are to have it or have access to it unlike some other countries etc.. Thinking about other less fortunate people. Perhaps even then taking the time to donate food or money to the homeless or people in less fortunate countries and circumstances. Sharing of your food with others (humans or animals) and this can be considered as <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/03/bos-prompts-16-deity-offerings-fae.html">offerings</a>. Those more so out of the closet can also give to The Fae and/or Deity without it seeming too peculiar to those who know you.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Again on an evening with bathing and preparing for bed which might include herbal tea, relaxing candles, bath bombs of essential oils, reading and expanding your mind and knowledge (doesn't have to be a Pagan/Witchy book just growing and developing as a person is magickal) etc.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Every and any act can be seen as a magickal one if you stop taking everything for granted, take off those grey tinted glasses and really open your eyes!! I know for some it's a lot harder than others especially those, including myself, who live with illness and/or disability or hardship.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Meditation & Yoga are two forms of magical attunement that are rather popular in the world we live in today yet have Pagan/Witchy roots including grounding.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Music played aloud or to ourselves through headphones/earphones can include classical, percussion or other instrumental music (I myself am a fan of flute pan music!) or other musics that you have a connection with. None lyric music can be used for meditation, yoga, while reading or sleeping, for background vibrations and mood..</div>
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Your days can truly be made up of so much magick that you miss it. Alternatively you can inject more magick to your home. I previously mentioned in the <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/02/bos-prompts-14-protection-repel-banish.html">Protection, Banish and Repel blog</a> about the concept of creating witches balls to protect your home other things you could do is hang a horseshoe above your entryway to bring luck and protection. Or look for other ways you can adorn your mundane house with mundane items that have symbolism and/or magickal properties even if only you know.<o:p></o:p></div>
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I know of a number of in the closet witches who have altars set up on small shelves which to everyone else is just a collection of candles, a collection of items they like, a collection of trinkets and/or ornaments like YouTuber <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa_TKzLdsjJSmwnX9AHa3AA">DragonFeather369</a> said to her parents that her Draconic Altar is her “<i>Dragon Collection</i>”. So you don’t have to be all out with big elaborate displays of altar like setups. You don’t need to hang up a big sign that says “<b><u>WITCH</u></b>”. You can create a lot of subtle things through pieces in your home.</div>
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Crystals and stones are highly popular home décor pieces these days. Which you can use for their magickal properties and uses as well as decoration. - Just because Great Aunt Sally thinks it’s a pretty overpriced rock you got on holiday doesn't mean that's what it actually is.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Witchy books can be kept in drawers under your bed, in a cupboard shut away, disguised with other boring covers on a shelf or as most modern people do purchased upon a kindle or some other electronic reading device. Alternatives would be to go to a library and read books they have there or borrow them from friends who know.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Keeping a book of shadows doesn’t have to be this big statement tomb of a book that is on a big display stand, granted perhaps locked away in your charmed attic room. It can be a plain binder on a shelf, a simple notebook in your bag, a diary in your nightstand or even a word document you keep on your PC.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Speaking of your nightstand and other wooden furniture.. Real wood comes from trees (Honestly!) and trees have magickal properties too thus the wood does thus the furniture does or wooden sculptures, wooden picture frames, wood used for shelving such as that which your secret altar is on. Choosing wood or just having some wooden pieces can hold great magickal properties and/or represent earth element in your home. Another mundane item which can add magickal qualities to your food is wooden spoons, wooden spatulas, wooden chopping boards etc. As they have the wood properties of nature and earth which you’re using with your food; which is also earth based.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Elements in your home can sometimes be missed especially if you live in a concrete jungle. Candles, real fires / fireplaces, gas stove can all be symbols and used as fire element for magickal workings. Spells, sigils, wishes etc can all be wrote on paper and then burnt in a fire. Water is pretty obvious but again things can be flushed down the toilet and taken away from your life. Earth as mentioned we have wood in your home, plants and food. Air well we breath air, but you could incorporate real feather pillows, fans, air conditioning, incense etc..<o:p></o:p></div>
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Remember any broom (or sweeping brush) can be used as a witches broom. The magick comes from the act not the appearance of a traditional broom or besom as it’s usually referred to. Magickal brooms / besoms are used more for the sweeping away of negative energies than literally sweeping. There’s nothing stopping you from having a yard brush, a house hold sweeping brush and also a brush for magickal purposes that looks rather similar to the other two – just try not to get upset when someone picks up your besom and uses it for a mundane task. It’s like my friend who stayed over and used my cauldron as a bedside table.. There are no words for that feeling!!<o:p></o:p></div>
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Other ideas may be to create sachets (which look like those fragranced little pillows you put in your clothes drawers or wardrobes) which are for say house blessings, protection, positive energies etc and hang them on door handles, in windows, on chairs. They could also be made in the shape of a five pointed star which can represent the <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2017/12/c-bos-prompts-3-pentacle-pentagram.html">pentagram</a> which as we should know by now represents the elements. Or other shapes which have correspondences to elements or embroidered with zodiac symbols; as again all very common things in a mundane house that can be used in a witchy home. Equally they can make great gifts and now what your friend things is a wonderful scented pillow for in her clothes draw is actually secretly a protection spell for that person.<o:p></o:p></div>
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So that's inside the home well what about out of it? Gardens are the magickal protective barrier around your home. They can be anything from a <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2017/12/c-bos-prompts-6-moon.html">beautiful moon garden</a>, to a tribute garden especially ones dedicated to lost loved ones, herb garden etc. Many flowers, herbs and other flora have connections with Gods, Goddesses and a whole list of other Witchy/Pagan correspondences. Gardens are homes to The Fae and these days "Fairy Gardens" are extremely popular. Creating a magickal garden is so easy plus in can incorporate all the elements when you add a water fountain or bird bath and a fire pit or outdoor candles.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Following up from last weeks blog
post about ‘starting to learn Herbs and stones’ I decided to make this weeks
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The more I thought about this the more I felt it was really one in the
same blog as the two go hand in hand along with obviously practicing other people’s
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ENJOY SOMETHINGS WITHIN THIS BLOG.</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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For the sake of this blog post
when I say “working” or “workings” I am referring to any spell, ritual, prayer,
meditation, enchantment, psychic ability, magickal act etc etc any act of magick or craft etc..<o:p></o:p></div>
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<o:p><b>How I got started and broke my fear.. </b></o:p>So let us start with breaking the
fear of practicing or indeed where to start!
For me when people ask how long I’ve been a Witch/Pagan usually I answer
with something like 14-16 years (I’m 29 now).
The reason for this is that I’ve actually been practicing some form of
Witchcraft / Pagan Practice / Spiritual Life all of my life but it wasn’t until I
was 13 that I discovered the things I did actually have a name, I belong to a
group of people and that witchcraft is actually a real thing..! But I only found my confidence and came out of myself (not out of the broom closet until I was 25) and I was able to practice..</blockquote>
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So I started studying, learning about witch
history.. Learning about what real life
witches do, the occult, how it’s not Satanism, how you can even still be a
Christian in this day and age. This was
a happy accident I discovered while researching about paranormal so of course
those studies continued too and then developed and went on Paganism or more
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For the first 2-3
years from 13 - 15/16 I became scared to practice, now armed with my new knowledge
I worried too much that something bad would happen, something would go wrong, I
was doing these acts for more selfish reason and such forth. I had purchased a few tools and items.. (I
was very lucky at that time as I lived in a town that had more Antique Shops,
Thrift Stores, Junk Yards and Flea Markets than regular shops!!) My Grandmother bought me my first Tarot deck
and while I’d never been allowed to light candles I certainly had a large
collection along with other trinkets, knickknacks and things. Eventually circumstances saw that just before
my 16<span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">th</span> Birthday I ended up leaving my Dads house and that town and moving to live
with my Grandparents. I was back with my
old friends at my old hang outs and indeed met new friends too. One particular new friend was very much into the
practice himself, or some much darker and twisted version of it, and he took it upon himself to get me
out of my comfort zone and start practicing..
(While our friendship wasn’t long lasting for other reasons, mostly that
I became busy with college, voluntary job and an actual job.. Plus my best friend broke up with him and it was just awkward - it’s definitely
part of my foundation getting over my fear to be able to be so open about it all now!)</blockquote>
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Some believe that you need to be initiated by another into the craft whereas others say if you follow X you can initiate yourself; which is more or less what I did.. During my 2nd-4th year I did some initiation online courses and then much later on in I believe 2014/15 initiated myself following my officially coming out the broom closet announcement by following and practicing Timothy Roderick's book - 'Wicca: A Year and a Day: 366 Days of Spiritual Practice in the Craft of the Wise' ..which I'll mention more about further down this blog post.. But YouTuber <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/DragonFeather369" style="background-color: #141414; color: #b4195b; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; text-decoration-line: none;">DragonFeather369</a> has some amazing videos on that book.</blockquote>
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Yes when I practice (even now) sometimes I feel really stupid, self-conscious, nervous, shy, weirded out, worried people can hear/see me etc.. But that's the same with almost anything I know I'm like that when making YouTube videos regardless of if the content is planners, magickal, arts and crafts or something else entirely. Same with gaming around guys I like or people I want to impress (I like to think I'm good but worry they'll judge me if I mess up!) But don't worry.. It's ok a lot of people talk to themselves and even more talk to their pets and some even talk to their plants. You can always pretend you were on the phone and/or work in a more secretive place ie late at night or when you're home alone. Work in whispers or not aloud! Next week I will talk about Magickal Housekeeping and Everyday Practical Magick which is more aimed for those who want to practice but are still in the broom closet because of family, friends, religion, society or some other reason. But for those of us out and proud and shouting from the mountain tops it's still good practices to keep. Keep going and you'll get there.. I promise.</blockquote>
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My recommendations will always be
study / research first then practice; practice may never be perfect but you’ll definitely
learn and grow. So I figured within this
series by now we have learnt a lot <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2017/11/c-bos-prompts-2-3-cs-book-blessings.html">about ourselves</a>, about how to <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2017/11/c-bos-prompts-2-3-cs-book-blessings.html">cleanse,consecrate and charge</a> and indeed why that is something we would do with newly
bought items first or second hand. We have learnt about <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2017/12/c-bos-prompts-3-pentacle-pentagram.html">The Pentacle / Pentagram</a> meaning & <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2017/12/c-bos-prompts-3-pentacle-pentagram.html">The 4 Elements: Earth, Air, Fire, Water</a> (plus the firth Spirit). About <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2017/12/c-bos-prompts-4-tree-of-life-grounding.html">The Tree of Life, Grounding, Meditation And Prayer</a>. We learnt about <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2017/12/c-bos-prompts-5-sabbats-wheel-of-year.html">The Sabbats & Wheel of The Year</a>. Plus some stuff
about <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2017/12/c-bos-prompts-6-moon.html">The Moon </a>including <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2017/12/c-bos-prompts-6-moon.html">planting by the moon, moon gardens and Esbats</a>. We learnt a little bit about <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/01/c-bos-prompts-7-enlightenment-deity.html">Enlightenment & Deity (Gods and Goddesses)</a>. We
learnt about <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/01/c-bos-prompts-8-zodiac-star-signs-birth.html">Zodiac signs (birth signs)</a> and their properties. We learnt a little bit about <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/01/c-bos-prompts-9-herbs-oils-and-stones.html">using Herbs, Oils and Stones plus tinctures and more</a>.. Using <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/01/bos-prompts-10-colours-candles.html">Colours</a> in our workings and
<a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/01/bos-prompts-10-colours-candles.html">coloured candles</a> (with a mention about an old blog post on Candles I wrote last
year which can be found: <a href="https://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2017/07/ww-wish-candles-budget-friendly.html">HERE</a>). We looked at <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/02/bos-prompts-11-intuitive-empath-clairs.html">Intuitive, Empath & Clair's Psychic abilities</a>. We
looked a little more closely at some types of <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/02/bos-prompts-12-runes-symbols-sigils.html">Runes, Symbols, Sigils & Cyphers</a> and the use of Alphabet within them.
We studied about <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/02/bos-prompts-13-spirit-guides-animals.html">Spirit guides, Spirit animals & Totem animals & Familiars</a> and also their differences. We
started looking a little more at hands on practice with <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/02/bos-prompts-14-protection-repel-banish.html">Protection, Repel and Banish Workings</a>. Furthermore we looked
at <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/03/bos-prompts-15-magickal-jewellery.html">Amulets, Talismans & Charms</a>. We looked
at gratitude and respect with <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/03/bos-prompts-16-deity-offerings-fae.html">Deity Offerings & Fae Offerings</a> which really
could be lent to any aspect of Nature Offerings & Elemental Offerings
etc. We took things back to basics with
a little knowledge on <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/03/bos-prompts-17-types-of-witches.html">types of Witches / About Witches</a> blog post and
followed that up with exploring <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/03/bos-prompts-18-divination.html">types of Divination</a>. We continued our in-depth learning
last week with <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2017/11/cauldroneers-bos-prompts.html">starting to learn Stones & Herbs etc..</a> blog and so really we’ve
been on one crazy ride this last 22 weeks or so, not forgetting my prior 5 part mini-series
that inspired it all on how to literally create a Book of Shadows. Part 1.
<a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2017/11/wwmm-finding-your-book-of-shadows.html">Finding your Book of Shadows / Grimoire etc.</a>
Part 2. <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2017/11/wwmm-breaking-in-your-book-of-shadows.html">Breaking in your Book of Shadows / Grimoire etc.</a> Part 3. <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2017/11/wwmm-what-to-write-in-your-book-of.html">What to write in your Book of Shadows/ Grimoire etc.</a> Part 4. <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2017/11/what-to-add-visually-to-your-book-of.html">What to add(visually) to your Book of Shadows / Grimoire etc.</a> Part 5. <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2017/11/wwmm-when-should-we-be-adding-to-our.html">When should we be adding to our Book of Shadows / Grimoire etc..</a></div>
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ready to start practicing and writing our own workings. Starting is always scary breaking that fear
of <i>‘what if’</i> and <i>the glass is half empty</i>.
Take the leap of faith and always do what feels right to you. Never fear asking for help. Another thing I’ve learnt is that this is a
never ending pool of knowledge. There’s
so many religions and faiths and spiritualities – Which is why now I feel me
saying I’m Eclectic Wiccan is more just Eclectic or Eclectic Pagan perhaps
since while I do keep the Wiccan Religious side mostly but lean towards my own
kind of craft with elements from all walks of life. Plus I absolutely love to read / hear
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So shake off the fear.. First of all fearing something, doubting
something, disbelief in something.. Nothing’s
going to work for you!! If you enter
into a magickal working thinking this is a load of old codswallop, it’s clearly
fake and this is a load of cow dung. Guess
what.. It’s not going to work!! You’re right!! Congratulations!! But it’s as Roald Dahl said “<b>Those who don’t
believe in Magic will never find it!</b>” You have to at least believe in the idea or
want to believe! As Jack Skeleton said “<b>Just
because I cannot see it doesn’t mean I can’t believe it!</b>” and so enjoy this amazing unique and wonderful journey and remember as Tolkien said "<b>Not all who wander are lost!</b>" So go in with an open heart and an open mind
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Ok let's say you believe.. But how does this work? Right..
I’m going to be honest with you and tell you how I feel it works (other
people will have various opinions). For
me I feel that you have a hope, a wish, a dream, a desire.. Something you’re longing for (not destined as
that’s a whole other thing) but something you want. For you..
For others.. Be mindful of being
careful what you wish for, the Wiccan Rede Rule of “<b>Harm none, do as ye will</b>”
(do what you like as long as you don’t hurt anyone, that includes
yourself). Or other rules like three
fold law, karma and such forth. Just do
good things with good intentions and then read about the rest later. So for me I feel that setting your intention
for what you want and spending time creating that working, setting up that working,
doing the working itself opens our hearts and opens our minds, even our subconscious
mind, to look for those opportunities to find good even in the very bad, to use
ourselves to aid, heal and help others.
I don’t believe we can just light a candle, wish for a million and wake
up the next morning with a big bag of cash posted through our door. What I do believe is we can light a candle,
wish for a million and over the next few weeks be presented with opportunities in
career / job, living / accommodation, relationships and much more a wealth of
opportunities that could lead to that abundance of money if you work hard and
take every opportunity created by you making that decision. The act of lighting the candle is simply
symbolic that you did this thing to mark your intentions for what it is you want in order for you to actively look for the results and other things to happen but ultimately
it’s your decision and your choices to take the bull by the horns and go for it.
That’s not to say that you won’t wake up with a million shoved through
your letterbox.. I suppose in some weird twist of fate it could happen. But another point to consider here is also greed in that! Wish for money, wish for abundance, wish for a better financial situation but do you really need a
million? Will a few thousand not buy you
your house, get you out of debt and put you and your family in a comfortably living
situation? People say to me if magick is
real and I believe in it and I practice it then why am I still disabled unable
to work coping with multiple illnesses/disabilities? To which I don’t have an answer but I can
tell you that through magick I’m still alive, it’s given me faith and something to
believe in, work with/for, have, teach, do.. And my practice is rewarded when I'm offered medical opportunities and medication to improve my situation the best we can right now. It’s taught me things and that alone to me is magick. It’s given me the strength to keep fighting
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For me I won’t say jump into
casting a circle, summon some ancient being and have a tea party while cursing
your enemies. Seems a bit of a leap.. and not something you should ever do!! But each to their own. Perhaps start with simple things. Next week, as said, I plan to do a blog on everyday
magick looking at some of the more basic and mundane things that everyone can do. I mentioned this in my last few
blogs that practicing doesn’t need all these tools and items, an altar..
etc. My practice may look elaborate with all this stuff as seen on my instagram @ <a href="http://instagram.com/missimoinsane">instagram.com/missimoinsane</a> but believe me deep down I know I just need the very basics and myself. So start with simple things like stirring your morning
tea/coffee clockwise while wishing for positive influences all day or anticlockwise while wishing your tiredness away so you can focus on the day ahead. While bathing at night hold your hands over the
water and ask that this water washes away all the negativity you’ve accumulated
throughout the day, even add salt to purify if you wish (Epsom salt is
especially good and has additional relaxation and health benefits!) – this could
be a sink of water, bowl of water or bath etc..
Prayer is such a simple and easy one pray for the health and safety of
others, light a candle in respect of that. Practice some of those
protection workings. Grab yourself a
book (Elemental Encyclopedia of 2000 Spells is a good place to start.. huge
heavy hardback, hard to hide! But they
do have a 500 paperback version that’s smaller) there’s a few spells
there.. Or you could get a book that’s
more of an initiation into a craft/practice such as Wicca. One book particular is the big orange Wicca A
Year And A Day 366 book by Timothy Roderick.
(BE WARNED the book requires you to purchase items for the practice
which comes with quite a hefty priced shopping list!! Yes you can substitute some of those candles
for smaller ones or white if you can’t find the colour you need but still
pricey!! I took it upon myself to write
a blog with the shopping list contents: <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2016/10/shopping-list-wicca-366-year-and-day-tr.html">HERE!!</a>)
Which is a great book for beginners<i> (even if you want to be a witch and
not wiccan it’s still a good book for you!) </i>there’s a new page or two for each
day giving you tasks and teaching various workings including giving you more
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adding words, like a speech you don’t have to make it rhyme it doesn’t have to
be a poem. But if that’s what you like
then there are many books and even phone apps and online websites that can help
you with rhyming words and/or poetry. Words
don’t have to be complicated they just have to be accurate and heart felt; say
what you mean and what you want. Does it
need to be spoken aloud? No! Sometimes people feel very self-conscious as
is without talking to themselves too. So
saying the words aloud in your head to yourself is still putting those words
out there just not literally aloud.
Equally you can whisper, I know a girl who finds whispering magickal and
says her words are carried in a whisper by the winds. Others feel the need to stand on top of
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Tools are not needed; but
they’re sure fun to have!! Your index
finger of your more dominant hand can be the best wand. Or for me I use my whole hand, I have a wand
I just prefer to use my hand. Tools can
be sourced from things you have around the house.. cups, knives, sticks, bowls
etc.. But can also be sourced and/or
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<b>Grounding, Casting Circles, Meditation etc:</b><br />
Do you need to? Well it depends who you ask but if you're asking me then no, at least not for everything! Do what feels right to you! Some people take a long blessed bath complete with some salts and essential oils to purify themselves. They then smudge their spaces. They call the quarters (elements, deity, spirits, guides etc etc) and cast a circle of protection making sure they have everything they will need so as not to break the circle and step outside of it. Their practices are long drawn out events sometimes repeated daily, weekly, monthly, yearly etc.. Their practices are deep and well constructed ritualistic / sacred events. Whereas other people just light a candle and say a few words. Do what you feel is right, although when inviting spirits and such forth even benevolent ones I'd always cast a circle and exercise some cautions before and after. Seek information on smudging, ringing of bells or chimes and similar. Also some people prefer to not eat before a practice to increase their vibrations and eat after as part of a grounding and restoring your energy. You'll figure out what works best for you.</div>
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Always do your
research so lets start with you bought a book that has a spell in it, found one
on the internet or your friend/family/coven passed one down to you. First believe in it or it will never work; remember open heart and open mind.
Second just because it worked for someone else doesn’t mean it will work
for you. Like how not all people gel well
with all forms of divination, not all people have the same psychic abilities
and/or intuitions and not all people are going to get on with all forms of workings and types of work. One person who works
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say it’s a spell. So option 1 use the
spell as is and see what happens <i>(making notes is always great to have a
journal or a computer or notebook or phone or something where you can keep
notes – what you did, what you changed, moon phase, day of the week,
ingredients, how you did it, did it work, your thoughts and feelings).</i> Option 2 you see what the spell contains and
see how you can change it to make it your own. Does it call for a blue candle but you feel a
green candle would work better, does it call for sage but you can’t get any
where you live and can substitute it for frankincense resin or palo santo
wood. Option 3 completely rewrite the
spell using your words, your ingredients, things you made, include other
things, turn it from a big complex spell to a much simpler or visa versa. Be creative.
It’s not difficult and as said in my <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/04/bos-prompts-19-starting-to-learn-ie.html">last blog</a> a basic knowledge of say
10 herbs and 10 stones will give you a little insight. Revisit the blog I wrote about <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/01/bos-prompts-10-colours-candles.html">colours</a> how
can you use colours be it candles, stones, feathers, yarn, clay, beads or other
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to achieve. <i>(Having a working notebook
is fantastic for this.) </i> Second write
down some of the items you might like to include. Third research those items and see if their
properties work together with your intentions or clash, see if they work well
with others – especially if you’re making say incense or an oil you want scents
that work together. If you’re making
something a little more dangerous like tinctures maybe consult some
professional information. <u><span style="color: lime;">Remember what
I said in my other blog post how some herbs, resins, bark, spices, flowers etc
etc can be poisonous to humans, cats and/or other animals when inhaled or
ingested or even when come in contact with the skin.</span></u> Fourth get to making.. do your working /
practice and see what happens. Making
notes helps you to change things up for next time or know how to repeat. Repeat and have enough repetitive successes? Why not add those to your Book of Shadows as
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<i><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">First let me say I hope you all had a very blessed Ostara (Spring Equinox) and a Happy Easter!! I'm already loving the springtime!</span></i><br />
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similar question, multiple times over. “How
do you learn stones?” “How do you learn herbs?”
So I thought I would interject this series and add this blog in to help people with that. <i>- Doesn't matter if you're brand new or the wisest crone I'm sure you can learn something from these posts..</i><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">First note there’s no right or wrong way. Also if you haven’t read the blog I wrote
that includes the basic and key information about <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/01/c-bos-prompts-9-herbs-oils-and-stones.html">‘Herbs and Stones’</a> you really
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stone name, use, values, properties and such for nor herb for that matter. There’s a great number of books including
encyclopedias, bibles and other directories which hold great details on stones
and herbs their properties and uses etc.. Alongside buying some of
these books, the internet is an amazing resource.
BUT you might want to learn the basics of say 10 or so of the more commonly used ones, or that you would use most in your practices. Eg. White Sage,
Rosemary, Patchouli, Lavender etc..
Clear quartz, Malachite, Amethyst, Rose Quartz etc.. Just
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you’d like to learn (if you don’t already have one/them) this can be online (such as
ebay) – where one will be sent at random OR if you can get yourself to a shop
and choose one that feels right to you even better!! Although a lot of people say the stone
chooses you not you choosing the stone!!
Note it doesn’t matter the size.
Although when starting out you don’t want to spend silly money on these
things; as it might not be for you! Note it's been said that some stones just don't work for some people. Some times it's that particular stone and other times it's that particular type of stone. There are always multiple stones that can be used the the same purpose!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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you got it from! You can move on..<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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real knowledge of a stone and try it out try sensing it’s vibrations and
qualities, what feelings you get when holding it in your right or left hand, sleeping with it etc.. (write
them down). Other people jump right in
at the beginning.. Either way if you
spent a few days getting a feel for the stone (note you might have multiple
stones but try to learn only one at a time).
Once you’re ready a great way to learn a stone is to spend a week with
it!! Look in books and online to get as
much <b>KEY</b> information about that particular stone.. You don’t necessarily need to know its
origins or how it’s farmed or made etc.
<i>Although that information can be highly interesting I especially love
the history and legend of The Apache Tear Stone.</i> But knowing things like..<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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for in holistic healing?</span></li>
<li>·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; text-indent: -18pt;">Does this stone belong to one of the
Chakra points?</span></li>
<li>·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; text-indent: -18pt;">Does this stone have a <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/01/c-bos-prompts-8-zodiac-star-signs-birth.html">zodiac</a> sign
associated with it?</span></li>
<li>·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; text-indent: -18pt;">Does this stone feel hot or cold?</span></li>
<li>·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; text-indent: -18pt;">What are the metaphysical / magical
uses?</span></li>
<li>·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; text-indent: -18pt;">Is this stone affected by Sun or
Water (some stones can be damaged!!)</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">..You have the basics? You wrote them down? Good from here you can start practicing with
it.. Try carrying the stone around on
your person, try sleeping with it under your pillow, try out some workings
which would include that stone, what feelings do you get.. If the stone is water tolerant what happens if you put it in a glass of water and then drink the water? If it’s a stone that helps with say
creativity do you notice your creativity enhanced? A stone that aids with anxieties do you
notice a decrease in your anxiety? – Note these things don’t always work
straight away but really strong connections to stones may mean that stone is definitely one you’ll find yourself working with more often than not.</span><br />
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life.. and see what happens. There’s nothing wrong with spending more or
less time with a stone.. It’s completely
your choice. Then move on to the next
stone and repeat.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Getting to know stones, even if you don’t remember everything about them
locks into your subconscious. You may
later find yourself writing a spell, ritual or working of some kind and find
yourself reaching for that particular stone even though you can’t remember its
properties though upon research that stone may be perfect. Don’t shrug off that inner voice.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Storing your stones.. I keep my main ones an my alatar. They’re the first of each that I got since
starting my practice and so I keep them in a glass on my God side of my altar and/or placed
around my center pentagram (see yesterdays Instagram post here <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BhP5wQrAD7w/?taken-by=missimoinsane">https://www.instagram.com/p/BhP5wQrAD7w/?taken-by=missimoinsane</a>)
I keep the other stones I buy that I use in workings and then throw away or are
permanently in the working such as a witches ball, in candles that are kept or gifted, in <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2018/03/bos-prompts-16-deity-offerings-fae.html">offerings or offering stones</a>, in mojo or medicine bags, in <a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2017/11/wwmm-manifestation-box-about-them.html">manifestation</a></span></span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://ppwwmm.blogspot.co.uk/2017/11/wwmm-manifestation-box-about-them.html"> box</a> etc.. Some people keep them wrapped in silks, individual
bags, in thimble display cases, shelves, around their home, in bowls and so
on..</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Buying your stones.. an idea for buying stones to use in workings
is to buy chip stones, small bottled stones and/or beads of the stones you wish
to use. This can be cost effective while
still giving your workings the same properties and powers. Just a thought. Also look out for deals I know a lot of ebay shows do 3 for 2 type offers.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Stones can be reused such as cleansed by the
full moon's light, if they’re tolerant to water you could wash them with salt
water or bury them in the ground for a night and a day.. There are multiple ways you can cleanse, consecrate
and charge your stones.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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referring to all herbs, spices, fungus, flowers and plants (flora) etc.. As well as resin, bark, powders and even oils
(essential oils) etc..</i><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Stones. A lot of people do that getting
to know it before actually studying about it which is great but I must advise
<u>some herbs (when touched, ingested, burned etc) are poisonous to humans and/or
animals.</u> I always do my research before
buying any herbs and bringing them into my home.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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like to learn; again this can be online (such as ebay) assuming you don’t raid
the kitchen cupboards, grocery store or your garden, nearby woods or other nature
places). Note it doesn’t matter the size/amount
but you’ll want enough to do a few practice workings.. Unlike stones herbs can’t be reused unless it’s
within the same working (such as you might use them in a blessing ritual which
you then anoint your candle and roll it in the herbs and the remaining herbs
you put into an incense especially for that particular spell or type of spell
then of course..<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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you got them from!) you can move on..<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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vibrations and qualities, what feelings you get when holding it, sleeping with
it etc.. (write them down). PLEASE
REMEMBER WHAT I SAID ABOUT POISONOUS ONES!!
MOST DIRECTORIES ETC WILL TELL YOU IF THEY ARE POISONOUS – BUT YOU CAN
ALWAYS CHECK ONLINE SOME WEBSITES A DEDICATED TO POISONOUS FOR HUMAN, CAT, DOG
ETC.. Other people jump right in at the
beginning.. Either way if you spent a
few days getting a feel for the herb..<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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jars/bottles/tubes – or in foil bags in boxes (mostly).
I then keep these in a dry dark place.
Note I find it important to keep my magickal practice herbs and my
kitchen herbs separate (just encase of cross contamination).<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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these things do have an expiration date.
So if you buy a few kilo’s of say jasmine make sure that’s something you’ll
use within say 12 months. You don’t want
to find you still have practically a full bag four years down the line. Sometimes a small amount will go a long way
and you don’t need to buy much more than a sample bag.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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can learn herbs and stones. Some people literally
buy a bunch of stuff as a spell / working that requires a specific type of herb
or stone and then learn them there and then or at least research enough to make
sure it’s something you’re wanting to work with. Which isn’t a bad way either although it’s good to keep a supply of the basics just in case. You don’t want to find yourself requiring
items for a spell on Friday which the online stores won't ship till Monday and it’s
practically a week before you can do the working you wanted to do right away!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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means that if you come across a spell that requires eg. White sage for
purification but it’s hard to find that where you live or you just burnt your
last leaf this morning but you have a bunch of frankincense resin or palo santo
wood.. You’re in luck as you’ll know it’s
possible to substitute the white sage for either of these two (for example). – Meaning you can do your working now. I love to customise workings by using what I
have or what I feel connected too that will still work. The same can be said for substituting other
items such as candles. But that’s now
treading on the toes of next week’s blog focus “how to write your own spells
and workings!”<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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