Information & Ritual Uses
As a Witch, you must recognize that the energies you are emitting creates a Vortex of Similarity that immediately begins to draw in events, objects, circumstances, and people that match your emitted energies.
But what happens when you suddenly find yourself in a vortex of negativity? Things seem to go wrong at every turn. And those things often match the thoughts and energies that were already brewing inside you. The external world quickly begins to match the internal world.
The moment you realize that you are stuck in your own energetic vortex, immediately block all future negative events that your vortex of negativity has begun evoking.
As you cut off the flow of a specific energy, you neutralize the emitted pull in your Vortex of Similarity. In other words, the negative events, circumstances and people that were well being pulled to you will now be cut off from you.
This considered a "smokeless ritual" as it does not require the use of a smudge bundle.
Supplies for the End the Negative Vortex Ritual
- Organic Verbena Powder: Banish Unwanted People, End Relationships & Eliminate Cycles of Self-Sabotage
- Old World Witchcraft Banishing Ritual Blend: Remove Negative Energies & Conditions
- Witch's Dozen - Set of 13 Pure Beeswax Ritual Candles
Ritual Instructions
You Will Need:
- Organic Verbena Powder: Banish Unwanted People, End Relationships & Eliminate Cycles of Self-Sabotage
- Old World Witchcraft Banishing Ritual Blend: Remove Negative Energies & Conditions
- Witch's Dozen - Set of 13 Pure Beeswax Ritual Candles
- 5"x5" square of notepad paper
- Black pen
- Lighter or matches
- Heat-resistant and fireproof
- Fireproof ritual surface
When to Perform:
Ideal for the Last Quarter Moon, or any time between the Last Quarter Moon and the Dark Moon. View the Astrological Influences blog for dates and detailed monthly commentary.
Step 1: Begin writing whatever unpleasant thoughts and ideas come to mind. Scribble these thoughts, emotions, fears, etc. Make the paper ugly.
Step 2: Now exclaim the mantra:
"I now banish and release this negativity. The path to _________is now blocked."
Step 3: Pick up one beeswax Ritual Candle and roll it between the palms of your hands while chanting the above mantra.
Step 4: When the wax softens from the warmth of your hands, dust the candle with 2 parts Verbena Powder to 1 part Banishing Blend. Only use as much of the powders as will adhere to the candle. Some of the powder should settle on the statement paper.
Step 5: While holding the candle with one hand, light it with the other. As you do so, exclaim your mantra once more:
"I now banish and release this negativity. The path to these troubles is now blocked. I choose a new path and welcome only positivity."
Step 6: Tilt the candle at a 45-degree angle over the statement paper and allow the wax to drip about 3-5 drops into a single pool in the center. Stick the base of the candle directly into the pool of wax and hold it for about 5 seconds until the center hardens and the candle is standing upright without any assistance.
Step 7: Allow the candle to burn all the way down. The flame of the candle will consume the statement paper. Allow it to burn down naturally. Once extinguished, throw away the remnants in a public garbage can or dumpster. Take a different way home.
Optional Step 8: This ritual is designed to be smokeless and expeditious, but you may add a Juniper Smudge Bundle to maximize efficacy.
Smudge your home with Juniper upon returning home. Holding a fireproof bowl with one hand and a Juniper Smudge Bundle in the other, smudge your body and living area. Walk counterclockwise around your private space, allowing the rich Juniper smoke to gently envelop each corner of your home. Pay special attention to mirrors, windows, doors, and all reflective surfaces. Carefully move the smoking Juniper slowly over your body (do not let it touch your body or your clothes), letting the soft smoke envelop you. Make sure to smudge the bottoms of your feet and the space about 5-10 inches above your head.
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Old World Moon Phases
The Moon is of key importance for the Old World Witch. The Moon and its cycle (increase and decrease) impact the potency of rituals and their successes. The Moon amplifies rituals and works in harmony with the energies exerted by the Witch.
As Old World Witches, we utilize elemental forces for magick and mystical significance of the natural world and its fauna and flora: Esoteric knowledge. Lore of healing. Energetic resonance of herbs and roots. And, of course, the Moon.
The Old World Witch does not follow the exact terminology and specifications of modern astrologers and astronomers. We maintain the visual interpretation and energies of the Moon, as explained below.
To view this year's Witch's Moon Calendar, click here.
Dark Moon
When the Moon cannot be seen and is in the dark phase, it is referred to as the Dark Moon in Old World Witchcraft. Modern astronomers and astrologers call this darkness the New Moon because the cycle of the Moon is about to restart.
Old World Witches are not the only ones who follow this Dark Moon terminology. Several ancient cultures (such as Islam) define this period as the end of the month and the very first crescent of the Moon (Witch's New Moon) as the beginning of the month.
The Witch's Dark Moon is a night of stillness, contemplation, and banishment. The only types of rituals that should be done on the Dark Moon are banishment work or curses/hexes. The Dark Moon is also ideal for all kinds of divination and working with the departed.
The Moon is energetically at its lowest point and is more conducive to the mentioned rituals.
Witch's New Moon (first crescent)
The New Moon of the Old World Witch is called the Witch's New Moon. It is when the very first crescent or sliver of the Moon is visible. This is typically 2-3 nights after the Dark Moon.
With some variations, the Witch's New Moon rises in the daytime before noon and becomes visible in the day sky. It will be most visible at sunset and usually sets well before midnight. The Witch's New Moon is the same percentage all over the world - both in the Northern and Southern Hemisphere. However, the tips of the Witch's New Moon point depend on the time, date, and location on Earth.
The Witch's New Moon is the ideal time to begin rituals that draw a life experience, physical possession, or situation to you. This can be for love, money, health, or personal development.
Rituals are best performed for 3-12 consecutive days. This is what leads to powerful, lasting, and most importantly, measurable results. Starting rituals three nights after the Dark Moon will give you exactly 12 days of rituals leading up to the Full Moon.
The Witch's New Moon is also the ideal time to begin a new venture, get married, apply for a job, or embark on a journey.
The same energetic attributes apply throughout the Waxing Moon, all the way up to the Full Moon.
The Full Moon is not only the most magickally potent and powerful time of the month, but it is also the most physically stimulating. As the Moon affects the ocean tides, so too does it affect our bodies. If you pay close attention to your body, you may have noticed that you may feel extra swollen or puffy on the mornings leading up to the full Moon and a couple of days thereafter. These are the days of maxi dresses, undereye concealer, and perhaps an inclination to wear fewer rings on your fingers.
Rituals are best performed for 3-12 consecutive days. This is what leads to powerful, lasting, and most importantly, measurable results. If you have been performing rituals leading up to the Full Moon, consider the night of the Full Moon the climax of your ritual.
The Full Moon signifies the cultivation of goals, the peak of a cycle, and emotional fulfillment. The Full Moon is best used to draw something into your life, such as love, financial prosperity, or self-development.
If, however, you are choosing not to perform any magick on the night of the Full Moon, simply sitting under the moon rays and energetically absorbing the magnetism will reawaken and revitalize your spirit.
Whether you're having a difficult time leaving an unsuitable relationship or are trying to eliminate negative self-talk, the Waning Moon is perfectly capable and willing to help phase out what is no longer needed or wanted.
In addition to removing negative influences from your life, this is also an appropriate time to cast revenge spells (curses).
The Waning Moon reminds us of things yet to be done and that time is slipping away. Anxiety is usually heightened during this time; therefore, self-care is critical.
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