Clove Magick

Clove oil is used to cure pain. Clove tacks can be usedsymbolically to do the same but in this case, it is emotionalpain caused by loss of some sort.

To ease the pain of a personal loss, boil a medium sized orange forabout 5 minutes. Remove from hot water and let stand to cool.

Focus on the orange as being the source of your pain; see it as thepain itself. Insert a tack of clove into the orange, as many as you want.

Say as you insert the tack:
"Clove soothes and pain removes."

Place your "pain" on your altar or anywhere else it will not be disturbed. Allow the clove to soothe the pain of your loss. Once you feel better,take the orange, wrap it in a bag and discard....bury or trash.

Blessed Be,

>.Calidus.<

Connecting with the Goddess during a full moon

When we honor the Goddess during a current full Moon, we can reunite our energies with the divine source. For this reunion, youwill need a white candle, jasmine or another herb to represent your spritual connection, an herb to represent you, a charcoal circle, and a fire-proof plate. Say these words:
"Lady of the MoonMother of the night,
Our energies are onewithin your light."

Light the candle, visualizing your energy blending with the Goddess's. Mix the two herbs in your hands, continuing the visualization. Sprinkle the herbs onto the lighted charcoal. As the smoke rises,visualize your energies intertwining with hers. Meditate and listen for her messages of guidance.Thank her, and extinguish the candle.

Blessed Be,

>.Calidus.<

Creating Magickal Formulas

Everyone wants to perform spells and works of magic with consistent and reliable results. There are essentially five socalled "ingredients" that comprise the art of creating successful works of magic. You can adapt them or arrange them according to your own needs as long as you employ them all. These components are personal will, timing, imagery, direction, and balance. Let's look at each one and gain an understanding of the concept.

Personal Will
Personal will can also be thought of as motivation, temptation, or persuasion. In order to establish enough power to accomplish your goal, you must be sufficiently moved to perform a work of magic. If you do not focus fully on the results, or if you invest only a small amount of energy in your desire, you are unlikely to realize any true results. The stronger your need or desire is, the more likely it is that you will raise the amount of energy required to manifest what you seek. However, desire or need is not enough by itself. Bear in mind that desire must be controlled, and the will must be focused only upon a detatched view of the desired outcome of your spell or magical rite. Enflame your mind in the intent while at the same time separating yourself from the desired result. In other words, run the race mindful of the finish line but totally focused on the pace.

Timing
In the performance of ritual magic, timing can mean success or failure. The best time to cast a spell or create a work of magic is when the target is most receptive. Receptivity is usually assured when the target is passive. People sleep, corporations close overnight and during holidays, etc. One must also take into account the phase of the Moon and the season of the year. Wiccans always work with nature and not against her. Generally speaking, 4:00 a.m. in the target zone is the most effective time to cast a spell of influence over a person or situation.

Imagery
The success of any work also depends on images created by the mind. This is where the imagination enters into the formula. Anything that serves to intensify the emotions will contribute to success of your spell. Any drawing, statue, photo, scent, article of clothing, sound, or situation that helps to merge you with your desire will greatly add to your success. Imagery is a constant reminder of what you wish to attract or accomplish. It acts as a homing device in its role as a representation of the object, person, or situation for which the spell is intended. Imagery can be shaped and directed all according to the will of the Wiccan without detracting from focusing the mind on the spell's intent. This becomes the pattern or formula that leads to realization of desire. Surround yourself with images of your desire and you will resonate the vibrations that will attract the thing you desire.

Direction
Once enough energy has been raised, you must direct it toward your desire. Do not be anxious concerning the results, because anxiety will act to draw the energy back to you before it can take effect. Perform your spell casting with the expectation that the magic will work, accept that it has, and simply await its manifestation. Reflecting back on the spell tends to ground the energy because it draws the images and concepts back to you. Once the spell is cast, mentally detatch yourself and try to give the matter no more thought so as not to deplete its effectiveness. Mark a seven-day period off on your calendar and evaluate the situation seven days later. It usually takes about seven days (one lunar quarter) for magic to manifest.

Balance
The last aspect of magic one has to take into account is personal balance. This means that one must consider the need for the work of magic and the consequences on both the spell caster and the target. If anger motivates your magical work, then wait a few hours or sleep on it overnight. While anger can be a useful propellant for a spell, it can also cloud the thinking. If possible, make sure you have exhausted the normal means of dealing with something before you move to a magical solution. Make sure you are feeling well enough to work magic and plan to rest afterward. Magic requires a portion of your vital essence drawn from your aura. Replenish this with rest even if you do not feel tired. Health problems begin in the aura long before the body is aware of them.

by Raven Grimassi

Blessed Be,

>.Calidus.<

On the night of the full moon, anoint a purple candle with vanilla oil. while annointing, raise energy and focus it into the candle. See it glow with magick. Light the candle and go outside (if possible) or near a window where you can see the moon. Place the candle on the ground or windowsill. Reach your arms out to the moon and say:

I ask for your power on this night,
By the powers of the stars above me,
So shall it be

Visualize your arms and hands soaking up the powers of the moon and into your body. Put out the candle and leave it on your altar overnight. The next morning, repeat the spell with this chant.
Oh dear Lord of sky and seaa,
Lead your magick unto me,
By soil, wind, flame, and sea,T
his is my will, so mote it be.

Soak up the powers of the sun. Go to your altar and light the purplle candle from the night before and meditate on it until it burns out.

Blessed Be,

>.Calidus.<

Psychic Herb Jar

An herb jar to enhance your powers physically and mentally.Fill one jar with the following:
Cinnamon (for dream magick)
Nutmeg (for good luck)
Allspice (healing)
Ginger (lunar magick)
Basil (protection)
Fennel Seeds (spiritual healing)
Garlic (spiritual purification)
Marjoram (protection)
Sage (spiritual purification)
Cloves (protection)
Mustard Seed (protection)

Before you do any scrying-of any kind-inhale the scent deeply and shake the jar gently.

Blessed Be,

>.Calidus.<

Psychic Awareness Spell

Put a cauldron of water on the alter. Light white candles and appropriate incense. Say:
Open the door to my inner life;
Reveal the past to me.
Open the door to my inner life,
That my way may be made free.
Send me the light of your cosmic fire;
Make my path bright clear.
Give me a sign, that's no will of mine,
To show me your presence is here.

Follow this by meditation and divination with the cauldron. Sometimes this must be done for several nights leading up to the Full Moon before your "Inner Doors" begin to open.

Blessed Be,

>.Calidus.<