The goal of any spell is transformation. The results of spellcasting can take time, so it is important to create goals that can be reviewed to examine your progress. Remember - YOU ARE THE MAGICK!
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CANDLE MAGICK BASICS
** You may use a candle multiple times within an Intention. DO NOT use a candle for multiple Intentions
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What is your intention? Find ideas for suggested intentions below:
FOCUS
Write the desired point of focus on a slip of paper.
Light a brown or orange chime candle.
State your desired point of focus.
Burn your slip of paper in the candle flame to finalize the work.
Write the desired point of focus on a slip of paper.
Light a brown or orange chime candle.
State your desired point of focus.
Burn your slip of paper in the candle flame to finalize the work.
COMPASSION
Light pink, lavender, or sky blue chime candle.
Place a heart-centered stone in each hand. (ex: rose quartz or green aventurine)
Place your hands over your heart.
State Affirmation “I am deserving of love and kindness. I offer compassion to myself.”
MANIFESTATION
Light a green or gold candle.
Write your desires in a notebook, creating action steps and goals.
Check in with your action items and goals often.
Re-Light your candle when returning to your notebook.
Great for working with the New Moon.
LETTING GO
Light a brown or black candle.
Steep rosemary (fresh or dried) in 4 oz hot water. Allow cooling.
Fill another bowl with cold water. Add cooled rosemary water.
Wash your hands in blended water. Reflect on how your life will improve by letting go.
State Affirmation “I am letting go. I am letting go. I release into the flow. I am letting go.”
Great for working with the Full Moon.
PROTECTION
Gather dirt from a safe place.
Leave an offering energetically equal to what you’ve taken.
Make a circle around a black or red chime candle with dirt.
Light the chime candle.
Focus on your breath. With every inhale, envision your energy as a protective cloak.
**This is energetic spellcasting. If you are in physical danger and need protection, seek help immediately.
Gather dirt from a safe place.
Leave an offering energetically equal to what you’ve taken.
Make a circle around a black or red chime candle with dirt.
Light the chime candle.
Focus on your breath. With every inhale, envision your energy as a protective cloak.
**This is energetic spellcasting. If you are in physical danger and need protection, seek help immediately.
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Colors for Candle Magick
White: Can be used for all purposes. Goddess energy. Higher-self. Peace.
Black: Protection, Repelling negative energy. Banishment
Red: Passion. Love. Lust. Courage and strength. Fast action. Fire.
Orange: Success. Property and legal matters. Education. Strength.
Yellow: The Sun. Intelligence. Clarity. Confidence. Creativity. Air.
Green: Money. Fertility. Luck. Abundance. Physical healing. Earth.
Blue: Wisdom. Communication. Spiritual inspiration. Meditation. Healing. Water.
Purple: Intuition. Psychic ability. Revealing hidden truths. Awareness.
Pink: Affection. Care. Nurture. Self-love. Friendship. Joy.
Brown: Concentration. Grounding. Stability.
Gold: Expediency. God. Masculine energy.
Silver: Goddess. Feminine energy. Intuition. Dreams.
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DISCLAIMER
Never leave candles burning unattended
While spells can impact our experience of day-to-day life, they are not a substitution for medical treatment. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, seek medical attention immediately.
Please note, that item/meaning definitions can vary among traditions. If you are working within a formal lineage, we recommend working with a mentor.
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RECOMMENDED READING MATERIAL
“A Witches Guide to Spellcraft” by Althaea Sebastiani
“The Book of Spells” by Jamie Della
“The Book of Candle Magic” by Madame Pamita
“Lighting the Wick: An Intuitive Guide to the Ancient Art & Modern Magic of Candles” by Sandra Mariah Wright & Leanne Marrama
“The Candle Magic Spellbook: A Beginners Guide to Spells to Improve your Life” by Bridget Bishop
“Candle Magic for Beginners: The Simplest Magic You Can Do” by Richard Webster
“Advanced Candle Magick” by Raymond Buckland
Blog post Written by Bash Quesenberry