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tasseomancy

this is essentially a grimoire post that will be continually updated as I learn more about tasseomancy and go forward with learning and experience, but if it helps you, awesome!

keep in mind that my definitions for these symbols are my own. if they don’t line up with what you feel is true, or what is traditional, then go with what you deem correct! divination, and tasseomancy specifically, is subjective!

to perform tasseomancy:

1) make a cup of tea! preferably with loose leaves. focus on the question you wish to ask as you drink.

2) meditate. achieve as much mental clarity as possible for the time being and focus on a mantra/intention in your mind: “this reading will be as clear and accurate as possible.”

3) swirl the cup three times and flip it over onto a saucer or light surface to drain the tea. turn the cup back up and hold it in both hands. make note of what you see, and the placement of each symbol.

a guide to placements:

the current month should be facing directly outwards, with the third month being closest to your right hand, and the tenth month closest to your left. from the current month, they tick up to eleven months total going clockwise.

* not seen here– directly over the handle represents yourself

alternatively, there are other cup techniques that can be used depending on the question asked. such as:

here, the relevance of the symbols in the leaves rely on what “ring” of concentration they lay on. the positivity or negativity of these symbols may also be determined by how close to the ***handle (i wrote rim on accident in the diagram) or the bottom of the cup they are.

alternatively, the closer to the rim the symbols are, the farther forward in time.

in addition, the concentration and orientation of the leaves may lead to a more accurate conclusion, such as:

closer to left hand - past concerns

closer to right hand - future concerns

concentration in bottom of cup - intense focus or stress

scattered, seemingly random cup - scattered energy or anxiety

well balanced concentration - stability, the correct path

symbols:

Crescent - receptivity, spirituality, introspection. “Look into yourself for the answer.”

Circle Segments - assimilation, two things becoming one, reunion.

Sum - beginning of something new, a segway, a good ending.

Fuller Circle Segment - near completion, growth, hard work coming to fruition

Motion/echo - something is trying to get your attention, something will be happening very soon, fast movement, communication

Bird facing west - good news in the next 2-4 months

Bird facing east - good news in the next 8-10 months

Bird facing north - good news in the current-1 months

Bird facing south - good news in the next 5-7 months

3 - this number could be relevant in some way

Fire - passion, fast movement, anger/resentment, lust

Water - intuition, calm, peacefulness, a period of rest

Bowl/Summer - The home, comfort, comfortable state of rest; big change or news in the summertime

Cup - celebration, joyous time, rewards

Aries/ram - strong emotions involved, passion, a fight

Orbit - magic is involved here somehow

Water waves - cleanse, purify; slow movement

Arrow - potential, a possible choice, the experience to move forward

Up - a good decision/direction, go forward, “Yes”

Down - a bad decision/direction, step back, “No”

Horizontal arrow - No change, “Smooth sailing.”, the right direction

Double wave - difficult change, challenges that promote growth

Sea - going back to ones roots, difficulty moving on, “rocky waters”

Venus - a woman is involved, Aphrodite

Mars -  a man is involved, Ares

Sun - great potential, strong clarity, a bright new beginning, Apollon

Star - rational thinking, good luck going forward

Heart - romance, love, kindness/caring, empathy

Horseshoe - good fortune, prosperity

Cross - crossroads, a split in the road, a hard decision, resilience is needed/adaption to a new viewpoint

Spiral - depression, bad energy, negative, in need of healing

Dashes - difficulty relating, difficult travel, trouble “getting” it

Lines - ease, smooth connection, fast travel, “all clear”

X - warning, stop what you’re doing, “do not pass GO”

Knots - anxiety, stress, overwhelming; no meaning, unknown

Wheel - inevitable change, progress, movement

Anchor - reliable foundation, stability

Chain - responsibility, weighed down; continuous events, a sign

Peace - kindness, pacifism

*not seen here

Triangles - good fortune, good outcome

Parallel Lines - smooth sailing, on the right track

Mentally ill witchcraft: For your symptoms

It’s really common to find witchy mental illness/health related content that is catered towards specific illnesses (usually anxiety and depression). This is more catered to specific symptoms.

Witchcraft is to be used as a supplement to proper medical care, medication and therapy - not as a sole alternative!

Anger:

Amethyst anger release spell

Easy anger release spell

A quick way to cool anger

Anger dispersion magic tea

Anger reducing bath

Bath spell to release anger

“I channel my anger in a healthy, safe and productive manner” sigil

“My anger is under control” sigil

This masterpost

Anxiety:

Anti-anxiety shower spell

Soothing bath spell

Rainy day anxiety spell

I will be okay spell

Anti-anxiety spell jar

Anti-anxiety spell charm

Anti-anxiety tea

Brain Fog + Memory:

ADHD concentration spell bottle

Brainfog lifting

“Brainfog begone” sigil

Rosemary memory spell

Finding things/ memory spell

Memory and concentration spell

Memory and awareness spell bottle 

Depression:

Post depressive episode bath spell

“Last hope” spell for depression

Anti-depression tea

Gems for depression

Dissociation: 

Spell for dissociation 

Witch’s dissociation bracelet 

“I am protected from dissociating” sigil

“No dissociation” sigil

“I am grounded and in control of my emotions + reactions” sigil

Flashbacks/trauma

Spell to release emotional blockage

Piece by piece trauma healing spell

Healing from childhood trauma spell bottle

Spell bottle for reassurance 

“My trauma does not hold me back” sigil

Insomnia + nightmares:

Restful sleep and sweet dreams sachet

Sleep crystal spell

Stuffed animal sleep spell

Sleepy witch tip

Nightmare repellent

Nightmare prevention - crystals and herbs

Dream witch nightmare tips

Intrusive thoughts:

Spell to help against intrusive thoughts preventing sleep

OCD assistance bath

Spell to banish intrusive thoughts

Spell to control intrusive thoughts

Banish intrusive thoughts incantation

Intrusive thought banishing spell

“I am in control of my OCD” sigil 

Panic attacks:

Panic attack relief pouch

Anti-panic attack spell earrings

Rose quartz calming spell

“Ease my panic attacks” sigil

“I have less panic attacks” sigil

Paranoia:

Crystals for paranoia

“My paranoia does not control me” sigil

“I don’t let paranoid thoughts overcome me” sigil

“My paranoia does not affect me” sigil

Picking (hair, skin, etc.):

Ease skin picking spell

“I resist the urge to pick my skin” sigil

“I keep from picking” sigil

“My trichotillomania is under control” sigil

“I don’t pull out my hair or eyelashes” sigil

“I am in control and resist the desire to pick my hair” sigil

Mood Swings/Emotional Balance: 

Crystals for BPD

“I regulate my emotions well”

“I am happy and do not have mood swings” sigil

If anyone has content on a category I wasn’t able to include, or for a category that is lacking, feel free to send it my way and I’ll get a part two started for this post! Click [here] for the chronically ill symptoms masterpost. 

Links updated May of 2020. Please inform me of broken links via askbox!

Valentine’s Witchery

Witchy things for everyone on Valentine’s day, not just the hopeless romantics! (More related masterposts linked at the bottom!)

Last updated February of 2021, please inform me of broken links via askbox!

Correspondences:

Flowers: Roses, jasmine, lilacs, daisies, marigold, most flowers!

Spices and Herbs: Vanilla, lavender, chamomile, pepper, basil, cinnamon, bay leaves.

Crystals: Rose quartz, pearls, opal, citrine, jade, clear quartz. 

Incense: Amber, cherry, jasmine, rose, sandalwood, ylang-ylang [X]

Glamour:

Aphrodite glamour water

Siren’s lipstick spell

Eye catching glamour spell

Glamour solid perfume

“Life of the party” glamour charm

Attracting Romance Spells:

Simple love attraction spell

Spell to attract love into your life

To attract a kind person for a relationship

Love spell for a third party

Love drawing bath soak

Romance Tarot Spreads:

Valentine tarot spread (3 card)

Love tarot spread (4 card)

What are the chances here? (6 card)

Anti-Romance Spells:

Ice queen breath spray 

To repel an unwanted lover

Love repression spell

Anti-lust spell

“Cover My Ass” Anti-Harassment Charm

F*ck off… “leave me alone vibe” glamour

For the Brokenhearted: 

Mend the heart spell

Spell for emotional healing and moving forward

Forgetting that ex spell

Simple spell to heal the heart

Selkie spell to ease heartbreak

Heal your heart potion

Self Love Spells:

Lavender self love jar

Self love spell

A simple self love spell

Self love bath

Self love bath spell

Self Love Tarot Spreads:

Beautiful you tarot spread (3 card)

Self love spread for V day! (6 card)

Self love spread (7 card)

These lovely masterposts:

themanicnami’s list of love spells

sylvaetria’s list of magic for strengthening romantic bonds

urbanspellcrafts’s list of heartbreak-related magic

orriculum’s valentine’s day masterpost

💔 Elixir of the Wounded Heart Tea Potion 💔

inspired by Once Upon A Time, a tea potion made to soothe an injured heart

💔 gather: 2 parts cran-raspberry juice, 2 parts orange juice, 1 part pineapple juice, cinnamon, 2 tea bags. 

💔 mix the juices over the stove on high heat. 

💔 stir in the cinnamon.

💔 heat water, steep tea bags 5-10 minutes.

💔 mix juice into tea

💔 serve warm.

💔 chant “cor aut mors“ before drinking. 

Potions 101 Overview

what is a potion?

a potion, is any drink made to have a magical effect. from the latin potio and the french potare , a poisonous drink. however, as the connotation of the word has changed with popular media, it doesn’t have to poison anybody, in fact, let’s try not to do that. 

types of potions:

there are many names for potions, and they indicate different methods of creation and application.

Infusion  -  a drink prepared by soaking the leaves of a plant or herb in hot water or alcohol for 5-10 min. to be drunk when cooled

Decoction  -  an infusion prepared by simmering a tougher substance, such as a bark, for 10-30 minutes. to be drunk.

Tincture -  a medicine made by dissolving a herb in alcohol for a week. to be taken sparingly in small amounts

Vinegar - similar to a tincture, but instead of alcohol, vinegar is used. to be added into other foods in small amounts

Syrup -  ingredients that are preserved in sugar solution, a reduced infusion/decoction with added sugar. to be taken sparingly in small amounts

Poultice -  a soft, moist mass of fresh chopped plant material, applied to the body with a cloth. 

⚠️ safety first! ⚠️

however, knowing how the potion is prepared does not necessarily mean it is safe to use or consume, that depends on knowledge of the herbs you’re working with, how much of one herb is healthy to ingest, how they interact with other chemicals, and awareness of any allergies you might have to them. 

under no circumstances, is it recommended or legal to put a potions or herbs in someone else’s drink/food without their knowledge or consent. 

⚠️ please avoid working with toxic or dangerous ingredients unless you have the proper training, for your own safety. 

⚠️ ask your doctor about herbs conflicting with any medications you’re taking, before consuming herbal potions

⚠️ take extra precautions with herbal ingredients when pregnant or dealing with a medical condition. 

end note :

the idea of making a potion can be daunting, there are so many factors to get right, the herbs, combinations, potency, the preparation, storing, side effects or drug interactions, etc. however, to potions do not have to be a dangerous or complicated activity. 

a potion can be a simple, subtle brew of coffee, tea, hot chocolate, or infused water, with simple, everyday ingredients added that correspond to various uses. these fall under infusions, the simplest type of potion to make, which is in fact what tea is. for beginners, working with ingredients you are familiar with that have not caused you problems before is the best route to take.