Heading into this new year, there’s plenty each of us would love to leave behind. These out with the old spells hep us do just that – casting out negativity, bad luck, unhappiness, and bad influences – while also ensuring that we invite good fortune and positivity to take the place of the bad we want to rid ourselves of. Here you’ll find easy spells for breaking bad habits, severing ties with people and situations, cleansing ourselves of the past, drawing success and monetary fortune our way, and attracting all sorts of goodness in the year ahead.
Once again, we stand on the threshold of a shiny new year. For many people, this is the time to take stock of the lives we’ve built for ourselves and assess the areas that need change, to make plans to become a new-and-improved version of ourselves by the next New Year. In the context of holiday traditions, we refer to this as making resolutions; but, when working with energies and magical forces, we might refer to it as setting intentions.
While the winter days are darker, slower, quieter, colder, we also find they are a time to gather with friends and family, to enjoy the warmth of company and the cheer of the winter season. It’s a season known both for being a season of joy and togetherness, as well as being a season of isolation and spiritual vulnerability. As opposing as these reputations are, one thing they share in common is the increased need for protective magic.
Protective magic for the winter season doesn’t have to be complicated. Indeed, you’ll often find it’s much the opposite. There are many simple methods of magical protection that we can put to work this winter season, and some of them are things we already do without even knowing. In this piece, we’ll explore winter herbs and ingredients one can use in their winter protection magic, as well as a few easy ways to protect yourself and your space during this winter season. Let’s get started.
There are many ways to ward off negativity and magically protect our spaces. And the down-to-earth nature of cottage magic allows practitioners to make use of commonplace household items as powerful magical supplies. This can be a practical and accessible approach for many practitioners, it allows individuals to practice their craft even when they may have limited access to specialized tools or might prefer a more discreet form of magic. With a little time and ritual, everyday items can be repurposed for magical uses, imbued with intent and purpose that makes them just as powerful as more formal tools and supplies.
Practitioners of cottage magic possess a deep connection to their homes and the land around it. Although some may think of this as a connection to the beams and bricks that make up the house itself, many cottage witches also seek to build a connection with the rich spiritual energies that reside in their homes. For those who acknowledge the spirit realm and seek to walk in step with it, household spirits can be a source of peace and comfort as well as powerful magical allies.
For many practitioners of magic, the home is seen as a sacred space. Whether it’s an apartment in the inner city, a house in the suburbs, or a cottage at the edge of the woods, a practitioner’s home is a place where they can practice their magical and spiritual craft, find solace, and create positive energy. One specific magical path that honors the spiritual significance of the home is the practice of cottage magic. Cottage magic or cottage witchery is a branch of magic that focuses on the magic within your own home. It can be a powerful tool for promoting positivity and protection in your living space.
Samhain is a Celtic Pagan festival that marks the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter. Thanks to its place on the Wiccan Wheel of the Year, it has also been incorporated into the practices and observations of many other practitioners of magic and Paganism. In its modern observation, Samhain is a time of celebration, reflection, and remembrance. As the veil between the worlds thins, it presents a perfect opportunity to gather with one’s friends, communities, and loved ones to share a feast that honors the bounty of the earth and the spirits of the departed.
Friday the 13th is a date that has a long history of association with superstitions and fears, but for witches and practitioners of magic, it can be a day filled with enchantment, mystery, and opportunity. Rather than hiding from black cats or broken mirrors, practitioners of magic can embrace the unique energies of this day to enhance their spiritual practices. Let’s talk about a few ways in which you can celebrate Friday the 13th as a magical practitioner and tap into its energy.
As the leaves change and the air takes on a crisp chill, the magical energy of autumn permeates the air. This time of year is not only visually enchanting but also spiritually potent. During this period, the veil between the worlds is thin, making it an ideal time to focus on spiritual/magical protection and warding off negative energies.
Autumn arrives, bringing with it a unique blend of mystery and magic. The falling leaves and cooling temperatures invite us to turn our focus inward, reflect, and prepare for the coming winter. This is also a time when the boundaries between the physical and spiritual worlds grow thin, making it an opportune moment to cast a protection spell. In this blog post, we will guide you through an Autumn Warding Spell to help you create a protective magical ward against negativity and fear as the darkening side of the year unfolds.