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“Keep me focused” Spell

Now I know some of you will be on your summer break from school/college/university/etc., and when the time comes when you’ll be going back, you’ll be needing to get back into a routine! So, I’ve come up with a quick little spell which can help boost concentration and will get you back into that dreaded routine..

Unless you love that routine, in which case good on you! 

You will need;

A space to sit

Sandalwood Incense (or an incense that makes you feel focused)

A bayleaf/piece of paper and a pen

A heatproof dish

A lighter (be safe!)

A tealight (or candle; if you can find a yellow one, perfect, otherwise white is fine!)

Optional; a piece of jewellery or trinket you carry around with you

1.Make sure you are comfortable! If you have a pillow, sit on that because you need a comfy tush!

2.Light the incense and the tealight and then proceed to do some simple breathing exercises; in through the nose, out through the mouth. Do that until you feel relaxed.

3.On the paper/bayleaf, write the word (or draw a sigil representing) “concentration”. Place that on the dish. If you are using an object in this spell, place that in front of you, or if it is jewellery, wear it at this step.

4.Light the bayleaf/paper on fire, and watch it as it burns. Do not avert your gaze from it. If an object is involved, you will need to focus on this instead. imagine the spell transferring power to your object/piece of jewellery as you focus on it. If you have earrings, you can hold a mirror up to them.

5.Now is a great time to use an incantation, for example; “my gaze is unbroken, my mind aligned, I am focused, I am ready”

6. Once the paper/bayleaf has burned completely, you can then proceed to blow out the candle, but keep the incense going as this will cleanse the area. It is up to you how you dispose of the ashes!

You can repeat this process whenever you need to; the length of time differs for each person depending on your level of focus prior to the spell!

If you want to do a quick charge of your object, creating the same sigil you used in the spell, or writing the same word on paper or your skin and placing the object over the top for as long as you require will charge it. Otherwise wrapping it in yellow fabric will charge it. 

You can also add rosemary to this spell with the bay leaf to incorporate memory improvement for a really good combo!

10 Different Crystal Shapes and How To Use Them

TUMBLED

Crystals that have been smoothed or polished from their raw form are usually classified as tumbled stones. They have not been carved into any specific form, but are not jagged to the touch. These crystals are usually more affordable and are good for basic crystal use, including grids, meditation, affirmations, altar work, feng shui or more.

ABUNDANCE

Crystals in an Abundance formation are made up of an elongated quartz crystal with smaller crystals clustered around its base. This is a great stone to attract abundance to your life (hence its name) and is great for acting as a conduit to your wealth and business stones.

NATURAL POINT

Natural points are not necessarily long crystals in a wand-like formation. They are any part of a faceted crystal with a point that has formed naturally, and has not been carved to perfection. These types of stones must be used with caution as the point draws energy to the body (when pointed toward a person) or it draws energy away from the body (when pointed away from the body). These properties make it a great tool for cleansing and healing work.

PHANTOM

The Phantom formation is slightly difficult to find. These crystals have a hazy image within them, although most of the crystal is particularly transclucent. This phantom of ghost within the crystal is said to carry a vast array of information for the past, making it a powerful tool for past-like work and healing. Depending on the crystal that the phantom is found within, additional properties will apply. However, any Phantom formation will be a powerful stone to shake out your skeletons and pave a healthy path for growth.

GENERATOR

A Generator will have six facets (of equal or unequal proportions) that meet into one point. It gets its name for its ability to generate amplified energy, boosting the power of other stones, or the stone it is made of. This type of formation is also very powerful for charging other stones.

GEODE

These stones are elusive because they appear ordinary from the outside. However, when they are opened or broken they reveal a hollow cave with crystals sparkling within. Because of their contained form, geodes have the ability to hold energy within and soften it, allowing it to naturally flow out and disperse evenly. These formations are great for protection or for assisting with healing abusive habits such as alcoholism, drug abuse, sex addiction, shopping addiction, and abusive internal monologues.

RAW

Raw stones are in their natural form and have not been smoothed, polished or altered. Though they are more fragile and can break more easily than other formations, many prefer the look of these stones as they would appear raw in their natural habitat. Like tumbled stones, raw stones are great for all spiritual work and are often quite affordable.

PYRAMID

Pyramids are stones that have been shaped into a point with four equal faceted sides and a square base. These formations are great for warding off negative vibrations or removing blocks within the chakra system. This shape is also a great choice to use in affirmation and manifestation work. The properties of the crystal are amplified in this formation. It is a good choice for healers.

SPHERE

The circle emits energy evenly from all angles, and the Sphere formation is no different. These are powerful formations and are often used in scrying as a tool to peer into the past and future. Because the shape is even from every possible angle, it is believed that light, energy and time pass through it with no rules or hindrances, hence their scrying abilities. They often have flaws or occlusions within them which help with the scrying process, though they can be quite expensive depending on their size.

SQUARE

This formation works well with grounding energies and intentions since its energy is contained and enhanced evenly within the stone. It acts as a foundation to meditation practices and has the ability to transmute negative energy into positive energy. They’re stacking ability makes them great tools for mindfulness and concentration, especially if you’re doing detailed work.

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10 Terms Every New Witch Should Know

Ground- Clearing and releasing excess energy.

Center- Usually done after Grounding. To calm your emotions, Mind, and Body to be physically and magically aware.

Cleanse- Removing negative energies from an object or a space.

Charge - To infuse an object with personal or external power 

Visualize - Forming mental images. It is done to direct energy during spell work.

Banish- To magickally end something, Or to rid the presence of.

Consecrate- The blessing of an object or place by instilling it with positive energy.

Intent / Intention - Your goal, Or purpose for spell work.

Sabbat- The Witches festivals or Holidays (Changing of the seasons / Equinoxes)

Talisman- An object charged with personal power to attract a specific force or energy to the wearer