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JOY and SERENITY
SPELLS
People often gravitate toward magick when in dire need or looking for grand spells, but a lot of magick can be more mundane, such as creating a magickal morning routine or carving out peace in a hectic life.
Joy and Serenity | CONTENTS
Balance oil
TOOLS Dropper bottle or roll-on bottle | Funnel
INGREDIENTS 10 drops sandalwood oil | 5 drops myrrh oil | 5 drops bergamot oil | 3 drops lavender oil | Base oil (almond or grape seed)
This oil is intended to bring balance, serenity, contentment, and harmony. You can use it by itself or to dress candles and it’s helpful in a variety of spells and rituals.
Start by cleansing your ingredients. Add each essential oil to the bottle, saying:
May this oil bring harmony and balance, so mote it be.
Then fill the rest of your jar with the base oil. Shake the bottle to activate the ingredients’ energies. Apply one drop to the index finger of your dominant hand, then rub your finger and thumb together until warm. Draw the invoking pentagram on the inside of your other hand, feeling the energy sink in and flow through you.
BEST TIME Dusk, Full Moon
NOTE For topical use only
Good vibes crystal grid
TOOLS Amethyst | Blue Lace Agate | Rose Quartz | Clear Quartz | Moonstone (or any crystal chips or tumbled stones associated with serenity and peace, see correspondences for Crystals) | Hot glue or superglue | A large mirror with frame
Making this crystal grid will create positive energy, as well as spreading it. It can be performed together with family members, even if they do not practice magick.
Start by cleansing your crystals and mirror. Place the mirror in front of you and create a sun image with all your crystals, sticking each one in place when you are happy with the design. You could also add extra tokens such as dried flowers or shells to this grid. Say the words:
May this grid spread around the room positive energy, serenity, and peace, so mote it be.
Hang this mirror somewhere it will reflect the positive energies around the room.
BEST TIME Friday, Saturday, Full Moon
Enchanted hot chocolate
TOOLS Favorite mug
INGREDIENTS Cup of dairy or nondairy milk | 3–4 tsp chocolate powder | Pinch of cinnamon | Splash of Full Moon water (see tip) | A mint candy cane (or other mint-flavored candy)
Hot chocolate already brings joy by itself—to create an enchanted version, add a splash of moon water, a pinch of cinnamon, and a small amount of mint (a candy cane or other mint-flavored candy). Stir clockwise three times, then with your spoon draw the rune Wunjo, rune of joy, comfort, and pleasure, saying a simple intuitive affirmation or the words:
Joy and happiness this drink brings to me, so mote it be.
Drink mindfully, thinking of moments that have brought you happiness, or future moments that would bring you happiness. Enjoy your drink by your altar.
BEST TIME Anytime
Morning tea spell
TOOLS Favorite mug or cup | Spoon
INGREDIENTS Tea or coffee
In the morning when you prepare your tea or coffee, use intention to create a magickal daily ritual. Stir your drink clockwise three times to draw in positive energy, then stir counterclockwise three times to banish negative energy. Visualize a light flowing from the Earth below you, the sky above you, and the energy within you passing through your hands into your drink. Enjoy by your altar.
BEST TIME Anytime, Mornings
Lavender bath ritual
TOOLS Bathtub | An organza pouch or bag | Tea light candles (as many as you like, lavender scented) | Lighter or matches
INGREDIENTS 1 tsp dried lavender | 1 tsp dried chamomile | 1 tsp dried sage | 3 drops lavender oil
This ritual is ideal for days when you wish to unwind and relax. It is especially good just before bedtime, as it induces sleepiness and relaxation.
Draw a nice hot bath. While the water is running, light the tea light candles and place them around the bathroom. Assemble all the ingredients and add them to the organza pouch. Tie a knot in the top and whisper onto the pouch intuitively chosen words or the incantation:
To bring peace and serenity, so mote it be.
Get into your bath when it’s ready and dip your pouch into the hot water to infuse your bathwater. Let the scents and the powers of the herbs bring you serenity. Meditate and enjoy the energies of the water calming you, washing away any stress. When you are ready to get out, drain the water and as it flows away, let all your anxieties flow away with it.
BEST TIME Anytime, Friday and Saturday. Any moon phase, Full Moon is especially good.
