#crystalmagic

[casualwitchbitch]

Things crystals can do: be an object of focus for a meditation, visualisation or ritual ~ be a visual reminder of your goals/intentions ~ have meaning SPECIFIC TO YOU that strengthens over time and with repeated use ~ be a psychological ‘anchor’ ~ look pretty ~ hurt worse than Lego when stepped on

Things crystals cannot do: heal illness ~ stand in for medical treatments or vaccinations ~ purify water ~ heal dogs or children ~ deflect bad vibes ~ have inherent magickal powers ~ replace therapy or psych meds

Witchcraft is about discernment, not believing in everything. Wisdom is a balance of intuition, learning, experience and critical thinking.

[theancientirishcraft]

[apiswitchcraft]

working with pendulums

now, theoretically pendulums could be anything, however I recommend something uniform (ish) in shape and fairly weighty. you need to be able to discern when your pendulum is just moving because of the wind, and when it's moving to tell you something. some good examples are crystals, raw or cut, and metal. look out for resin and glass dupes as these do not work as well

i've seen a few theories on how pendulums work, whether they have their own spiritual energy to move themselves or if they can stimulate your muscles just subtly enough to move them in the right directions. either way, don't worry too much about your own interference here. more often than not, you'll be able to tell when they're moving on their own and when it's just shaky hands/wind

HOW TO START

first of all, find a pendulum that speaks to you. then ask it if it's willing to work with you

second, i usually like to cleanse my pendulums, but not too hardcore. just some salt, selenite or herbs will do the trick here, we're looking to wash other people's hands off here, not the actual spirit of the thing

then, when you first start speaking with your pendulum, you want to tackle the conversations with something in between a "you work for me" and "you work with me" vibe. still ask permission before someone else touches it, before you take pictures, etc. i've even known people to ask before using them at all. whatever you think is right

it's also important to get to know your pendulum. what direction is yes? what direction is no? not all pendulums swing the same way. additionally, most pendulums i've met have name and pronoun preferences, so suggest whatever calls to you and then ask if they like it

DECIDE THEIR PURPOSE

i've known people to use pendulums for a variety of things. some examples include:

-assistance with tarot

-regular divination (answering the yes/no questions you ask)

-connection to a god (this is what I do)

-talking with spirits (see image below for an alphabet chart)

-and in the darkest of times, it's nice to just to have a friend

again, it's very important you talk to your pendulums before you decide because sometimes they don't wanna be tied down

HOW TO INCORPORATE A PENDULUM INTO YOUR PRACTICE

in tarot:

1) after shuffling, separate your deck into a number of piles, have your pendulum choose which pile you should read from (this is especially useful for very broad or general readings)

2) after shuffling, lay out a series of individual cards that you feel drawn to. then have your pendulum choose individual cards (this is especially useful if you're doing a reading for someone else, since you can have the recipient hold the pendulum that chooses the cards)

with deity work:

1) have them represent an altar or space dedicated to your deity. this might not serve any practical use, but a guardian for an altar is never a bad thing

2) dedicate it to a deity and attempt communication with them. this can be iffy for some people, depending on your beliefs. in my eyes, a god does not have to be one corporeal being, having to dedicate their singular consciousness to a singular task as a human does. gods are multifaceted, primordial beings that have fingers in many different pots, so to speak. therefore, it is not outside the realm of possibility to communicate with a deity in this way, since moving a pendulum to say yes or no isn't all that deeply personal. REMEMBER, if you do this, the pendulum's spirit is still there, and you are more than capable of separating a pendulum from a deity or communicating with the two separately OR harming the pendulum while trying some risky business with a deity

WHAT TO DO WITH THEM IN THE MEAN TIME

when i'm not using them, i like to keep my pendulums hung up on my altar space, overlooking my room. however, i DO NOT keep them in direct sun because the crystals will fade with exposure to UV. sometimes i'll bring them out to the window during a full moon though

some other ideas would be:

-in a window that doesn't receive much direct sunlight

-in mesh baggies (so they don't get tangled or lost) on your altar

-hung on a wall, thumbtacks are useful for this

-if you only have one or two, it's not outside of the realm of possibility to carry them around with you. some pendulums really enjoy this too

-with your other crystals, as long as they're separated enough so that they won't get tangled or lost

happy witching!

[ivysanctum]

🌖✨ The Waning Gibbous Moon: Time to Cut the Ties ✨🌖

Feeling weighed down by old patterns?

Witches know that the Waning Gibbous Moon is the perfect time to finally let go. Traditionally linked to the Crone aspect of the Goddess, this period invites deep reflection, purification, and the cutting of ties that no longer serve you. It's also a great opportunity to express gratitude for the lessons learned and the progress made. Use this phase to clean house and set the stage for postive change.

🕰️ Phase Duration: 4~6 days

🧙‍♀️ Ritual for Banishing Negative Attachments 🧙‍♀️

🕯️ Start with a black or gray candle—these colors are perfect for releasing and protection. Pair it with Amethyst for clarity and Obsidian for grounding. You can also (always) use a Black Tourmaline for protection.

🪄 Cast a circle to create a sacred space for your ritual and light your candle. Focus on the negative influences or habits you want to banish from your life. Picture them as weights tied to you and dragging you down.

Write down each of thes burdens on a piece of paper. Hold it and chant this incantation 3 times with intent:

🔥 By the waning Moon’s glow I release what must go As the flame burns These cords dissolve I am complete, I am free, New energy is called to me 🔥

Burn the paper in the candle’s flame and watch your troubles turn to smoke and dissolve. Scatter the ashes near a big plant or a tree, or bury them, as a final goodbye.

Close your ritual by thanking the energies supporting you and reflect on the space you’ve cleared for new, positive growth. 🌿

🌔✨ Elements associated with the Waning Gibbous Moon ✨🌔

These elements align with the Waning Gibbous Moon's themes of release, protection, and transformation. They support banishing rituals and can help you clear away what no longer serves you:

🕯️ Candle Colors: Use Black to banish negative energies and provide strong protection. Gray complements this by neutralizing and dissolving residual negativity.

💎 Crystals: Incorporate Obsidian for grounding and protection. Smoky Quartz transmutes negative energy into positivity. Black Tourmaline is the strongest crystal for shielding against negative influences, and Onyx helps with releasing old patterns and providing strength.

🌿 Herbs: Sage is ideal for cleansing and purifying. Mugwort enhances spiritual clarity and protection, while Rue helps dispel negative energy and offers an extra layer of protection.

🌬️ Incense: Burn Myrrh to deepen spiritual cleansing and purification. Cedar is also powerful for driving away negative energies and safeguarding your space.

🌿 Essential Oils: Cypress helps to release and transition. Pine renews and purifies, and Patchouli supports grounding and protection.

🎴 Tarot Cards: Use The Hermit for introspection and wisdom, Death to signify transformation and endings.

Incorporate these elements into your ritual to fully harness the Waning Gibbous Moon's energies, supporting your intentions for release and protection. 🪬

Follow for more magick and witchy tips 🔮💜

#IVYSANCTUM

[truevedicastrology]

Your Month's Magical Gem ✨💎

Ever wondered about the special stone tied to your birth month? Dive into the sparkling world of birthstones and their mystical meanings!

🗓️ January - Garnet 💗

Deep red passion and vitality

Boosts self-confidence and success

Protective energy against negativity

Symbolizes eternal friendship and trust

🗓️ February - Amethyst 💜

Regal purple for peace and sobriety

Enhances intuition and spiritual awareness

Calms the mind and promotes clear thinking

Guards against drunkenness and overindulgence

🗓️ March - Aquamarine 💙

Serene blue of sea and sky

Soothes fears and sharpens intellect

Promotes clear communication

Brings courage and calm

🗓️ April - Diamond 💎

Brilliance and unbreakable strength

Amplifies energy of other stones

Symbolizes purity and eternal love

Brings clarity and abundance

🗓️ May - Emerald 💚

Lush green of spring renewal

Symbolic of rebirth and love

Enhances memory and increases mental clarity

Believed to grant foresight and good fortune

🗓️ June - Pearl & Alexandrite 🤍💠 Pearl:

Luminous orb of the sea

Symbolizes purity and integrity

Calms and centers the mind

Eases digestive discomfort

Alexandrite:

Color-changing marvel

Strengthens intuition

Encourages creativity

Brings good luck and fortune

🗓️ July - Ruby ❤️

Fiery red of passion and power

Stimulates heart chakra

Brings courage and strength

Symbol of love and royalty

🗓️ August - Peridot 💚

Vibrant lime-green vitality

Cleanses and stimulates

Protects from nightmares

Brings good health and restful sleep

🗓️ September - Sapphire 💙

Deep blue of wisdom and royalty

Attracts prosperity and success

Protects from envy and harm

Symbolizes loyalty and trust

🗓️ October - Opal & Tourmaline 🌈💗 Opal:

Multi-colored fire of emotions

Amplifies feelings and unleashes creativity

Enhances cosmic consciousness

Brings good fortune

Tourmaline:

Available in a rainbow of colors

Grounds energy and dispels fear

Promotes understanding and confidence

Deflects negative energy

🗓️ November - Topaz & Citrine 💛 Topaz:

Golden warmth of the sun

Brings joy and abundance

Releases tension and promotes harmony

Balances emotions and attracts love

Citrine:

Sunny yellow optimism

Energizes and invigorates

Attracts wealth and prosperity

Encourages generosity and sharing

🗓️ December - Turquoise, Zircon & Tanzanite 💙💎💜 Turquoise:

Sky blue of infinite possibilities

Master healer stone

Protects against negative energy

Brings good fortune and success

Zircon:

Variety of colors, often blue

Brings wisdom and confidence

Encourages compassion

Promotes restful sleep

Tanzanite:

Rare violet-blue beauty

Facilitates spiritual awakening

Enhances communication

Stimulates insight and perception

🔮 Birthstone Magic Tips 🔮

Wear your birthstone for amplified benefits

Meditate with your stone for deeper connection

Gift birthstones for personalized, meaningful presents

Collect all 12 for a full spectrum of energies!

[himalyaquartz]

Pure Himalayan White Quartz - 800 Grams of Natural Clarity

Embrace the serene energy of this stunning 800-gram Himalayan White Quartz. Known for its powerful cleansing properties, this crystal helps to clear negative energy and promote peace and clarity. Sourced directly from the Himalayas, it’s perfect for meditation, healing, and spiritual growth. 🏔️💎

Elevate your space with the calming vibes of Himalya Quartz. 🌿✨

[ganjagirl710]

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[wickedvvitchofthesouth]

Celebrating the Hunter’s Moon tonight🌕⚡️✨

[moonlight1237]

Black Moonstone Notes

Feldspar group specifically labradorite feldspur, once again mainly composed of Potassium and sodium with aluminum. (Na,K)AlSi3O8

-Promotes self-control

-Promotes emotional balance

-Promotes reflection

-Zodiac: Cancer and scorpio

-Plants: Neptune, Saturn, and Mars

-New beginnings

-Helps connection to feminine energy

-Ward negative feelings and energy

-Promotes emotional clarity

-Dream magic

-Astral travel

- Grounding

-Protection

-6-6.5 mohs

Care

This stone is strong enough to be put in water and sit in the sun. But can be easily scratched!!

-Use warm water

-No harsh chemicals

-Soft cloths to wipe it off

Physical healing

if you believe in it

DO NOT USE IN PLACE OF PROPER MEDICAL CARE BY A PROFESSIONAL

-Promotes fertility

-Relieves PMS symptoms

-Believed to make labor go smoother

-Help your digestion

-Relieves muscle stress

[khushallgems]

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[eyvorkristinskjald]

The Reindeer (Seas of Change)

Eivor took first watch under the canvas of stars. Fire crackled softly in the fireplace, sending orange sparks up into the Heavens and licking the blackness away.

It was tradition for a new woman like her to take first watch on a hunt if she were to be a shieldmaiden. The solitude and quiet of the night was peaceful as meditating was. A clarity for the mind, soul, and body, even in this harshness of the cold, winter world. Aside from that, it gave her campmates a break from her snore, one that sounded like the wounded bear. A smile cracked her lips at the thought.

The scating of her whetstone against her axe was a calming sound to her ears, the blade glinting silver in the moonlight. It was the axe she was gifted to by Gunnar when she became an adult two days prior, reminded by the fading dull ache that continued to spread through her hips and thighs, coming away with blood. It was a new feeling, but one she would get used to each moon.

Behind her, Rán snored softly in her sleep, her ribs expanding with each breath against Eivor's back. Her lower back rested against the sleeping dragon as she sharpened her blade, legs crossed at her pelvis as she worked.

An incoherent sound started Eivor, her neck perking up at the unexpectant sound. Looking to her left, Runa shifted in her sleep near the roaring fire, mumbling incoherently about something Eivor couldn't make out. Her blue eyes opened briefly until she drifted back to sleep moments later.

The sky bore memories deep within as colors of green, blue, purple, and pink streaked across the darkened ocean above Eivor. A cluster of stars dotted the fading lines. These lights always wondered her, holding no hatred or rejection towards them over her parents' untimely death. She always wondered if they held a prophecy and followed their death.

Sýnin cawed quietly beside her, pulling Eivor from her thoughts. The raven turned her head, pecking her black beak at her. She was trying to get her attention.

"Aye, old friend," Eivor scratched her dark feathers. "I remember the very day Mother and Father left this world."

The raven cawed once more, peering her beady black eyes into Eivor's seafoam blue ones. She was there that night when Kjotve raided and Eivor's life changed before her very eyes. Skjot and Sýnin helped fend off the wolf that maimed her when she was reaching for that lone axe.

Varin weighed his options, looking at Eivor, hidden behind a barrel. He then said, "If I give my life, will you spare my Clan?"

Kjotve loomed behind him, breath hot against his neck. "You have my word," he gripped his broadaxes, an evil smirk pulling the corners of his lips.

Taking a last breath, Varin lowered his raider axe into the earth below and kneeled, lowering arms and hanging his head.

"No, no, Varin!" Rosta cried, struggling to break free. Her heart pounded against her ribcage. "No, Varin! Pick up your axe!" She grunted from effort.

Kjotve picked up Varin's axe. With a swift movement, he slit his throat. Blood pooled just before Varin crumpled forward, face-planting into the snow as life fled from him and eyes dimmed.

"NO!" Eivor screamed at the top of her young lungs, eyes widened at the sight before her.

Kjotve turned from his kill, pumping Varin's axe in the air. "Kill them all!" He shouted, voice echoing across the village.

Rosta finally broke free, kicking her captor in the crotch and killing him with a swift strike of her axe. Then, she charged at Kjotve with a war cry.

Eivor blinked, fire emanating in her eyes at the memory. Kjotve took everything from her. Broke a peace treaty between two Clans, for taking in Gorm after finding him lost in the woods. At the time, Eivor didn't realize it was just a ruse, a reason to fire back.

A snap of branches in the distance broke Eivor's thoughts, her head shooting up. They weren't alone out there. Eivor's gaze turned to her slumbering group, unaffected by the noise.

Rán woke up behind her, dark frills perking up at the sound. A low growl rumbled from deep within her throat.

"Hush, Rán," Eivor stood from her seated position. Her eyes peered off into the darkness ahead of her, gripping the hilt of her newly sharpened axe.

The deep silence was followed by another snap of a branch, echoing through the black void that sloped to the bright colors of the fire behind Eivor. It told her that someone was watching her and the group.

Eivor slipped her axe into the holder at her hip, swaying against her thigh at the movement.

Rán snarled, scaled lips peeling back to reveal white teeth and elongated fangs, glistening with clear saliva.

Eivor grabbed her bow, slinging it against her back. "Stay put and keep watch, Rán," she ordered. "I will return."

Sýnin spread her pitch-black, feathery wings, launching herself into the sky. She disappeared in the clouds but provided air support.

Eivor crouched beneath the dark green brush, downwind from where the trespasser walked. The night air was warm against her cheek. Her heart thundered against her chest like Thor's hammer against the menacing dark clouds on a rainy day, reverberating against the hollow of her ribcage.

Years of training before her parents' death taught her to hunt downwind, light on her feet even as grass or hard snow crunched under boot. She never made a sound, making her the perfect hunter, even at her young age. Sound carries over snowdrifts, so she learned young to move downwind, remaining undetected and unseen.

Eivor crept silently, peering through dark the green brushes. She stilled her heartbeat with slow breaths out of slightly parted lips. She felt the warm breeze chap her lips.

"Show me who's creeping into our territory," Eivor said under her breath.

Sýnin circled above her. It was as if the raven heard her whispers, cause she divebombed from the sky. Her slanted black beak was first, velvety wings pressed against her small body, aiding her descention.

A scream shot out of the brush twenty feet in front of Eivor, Sýnin taking the trespasser by surprise. The scream was feminine, and she saw the silhouette of a woman come into the clearing out of the bushes.

The strange woman was trying to shoo Sýnin out of the way as she pecked at her head, pulling her out of hiding. Her wings flapped relentlessly to keep her from being knocked out of the sky.

Suddenly, Eivor lunged out of the bushes. A shout emanated from her throat as she knocked the woman to the ground, her blade pressed against her pale neck.

In the cover of night, Eivor could tell it was Randvi, hailing from the Reindeer Clan. A Jarl's daughter. They were enemies to the Raven Clan, fighting for survival from Kjotve just like the other Clans. This Clan hasn't allied with any others yet and shouldn't be invading the Raven Clan territory unless allied.

"You have some nerve showing up here," a low, raspy rumble erupted from Eivor's throat. "Why are you here, Randvi?"

Randvi held her gaze, peering and unwavering. She looked to be a couple of winters older than Eivor, a couple of inches taller. Her face was angular, black eyeliner coating around her intense blue eyes. Her right eyebrow and cheek bore the Celtic knot tattoo in black ink. Red hair flowed down in waves along her back and shoulders, pulled into a half-up ponytail.

In response to Eivor's question, Randvi shoved her off with a force that nearly unsteadied her. Randvi stood from the ground, gripping the hammer at her hip.

Eivor skidded back a few feet from the shove, only to be stopped by planting her feet in the earth below. Randvi was a much stronger opponent than the ones she trained with back in Stavanger.

"What brings you to the Raven Clan territory?" Eivor asked again. "This isn't your Clan."

Randvi still had her hackles up, knuckles turning white from gripping her hammer. "Why should I tell you? Your beast of a raven set upon me first!" As she spoke, she summoned sharp crystals from the rocks surrounding them, flinging them at Eivor.

Eivor blocked them with her blade, the shards clinking as they made contact. "You invade my hunting grounds, attack me, and expect parley? Your life-wine will paint these trees, Reindeer!" Eivor gripped the hilt of her axe until her knuckles turned white.

Randvi scowled, crystals shining in the dark as they appeared to her side. "Your Clan raids our villages with impurity, Raven. It is long past time you were taught a lesson."

She flung the shards toward her with a swipe of her arm. Eivor twisted aside, charging with a roar that reverberated her scarred vocal chords. Their weapons collided with a shower of sparks.

"Your Clan invades our winter fields, doe!" Eivor spat, the cords in her neck bulging against the strain. Her lips pulled back in the tussle, revealing menacingly pointed teeth.

Randvi bared her own. "Only because your raids left us starving! We fight to survive while that mongrel Kjotve destroys us both!"

Eivor shoved her back with a strangled grunt. "Aye, his cruelty knows no bounds. But why spare you, when your arrows have ended Raven lives?"

Randvi wiped a cut from her lip, glowering. "Because together we might end him, where alone we fall. My Clan's vengeance you can have- I only want Kjotve's head!"

A battle cry hitched in Eivor's throat as she struggled against her. "Why should I trust you? Your Clan took the lives of my people, who's to say you won't do it again?"

Randvi scoffed, and shards of crystal showered down like rain. "You have some nerve, Raven! You've taken as much of my people as I have yours!"

Eivor dodged the crystal shower, panting. "Shut your hole and fight, doe! Or are you not powerful enough?" She lit her axe blade on fire with the tip of her fingers. Flames encircled it like a coiling snake's tail.

Their weapons clashed furiously, neither willing to yield. Eivor momentarily got the upper hand, smoke from her flames clouding Randvi's vision. She sneered, a cocky chuckle escaped heaving breaths, her axe pointed at Randvi's neck.

"Yield, doe, before - argh!"

Eivor skidded back a couple of paces, dodging another barrage of crystals, jerking aside. A sharp pain slit through her right eyebrow, slicing it. A gush of blood trailed down the side of her face.

She snarled, retaliating with swift axe strikes, flames whooshing with each movement. But Randvi dodged nimbly, landing a heel into Eivor's chest that sent her staggering back.

A sharp puff of breath was forced out of Eivor's chest, panting heavily. Beads of sweat trickled down the side of her face into the scratch, adding to the slight pain.

'She is strong, I'll give her that,' Eivor thought darkly. She saw an opportunity when Randvi her boot to her chest.

Acting fast, Eivor gripped her ankle, surprising her. Flames licked her ankle from the curled fingers of Eivor's hand, burning it as it sent Randvi collapsing on her butt with a cutoff grunt.

Randvi pulled her leg towards her, unsteadying Eivor from the forceful yank. She shot out her foot once more, catching Eivor in the face. Randvi grabbed her fallen hammer, crawling away as Eivor rubbed her bruised face.

Eigor regained her footing after a minute, rubbing her eyes free of dirt. A shocking cry escaped her lips as shards sliced down her face from not paying attention. Two more crystals grazed below her left eye, the other splitting her upper lip, cutting through it to her gums. Blood blinded her momentarily.

She clutched the stinging wounds, glaring daggers at Randvi through bloody fingertips.

Eivor let out a roar of rage, cords straining in her neck. She barreled forward recklessly, sparks of earth shooting forward. But Randvi only sidestepped, avoiding the barrage of earth hurtling towards her.

Crystals flew in the moment, slicing through the air. A small shard nicked her right cheek, and Randvi's hammer swung towards her as she shielded herself from the crystal shower. Then, a sickening crack sounded as the steel made contact with her nose, shattering bone.

Eivor fell back with a pained yelp, bloodied hands clutched to her gushing nose. Fresh blood leaked profusely through her fingers, hot and sticky. Her eyes watered, but through blurriness, she saw Randvi triumphant, bloodied crystals gleaming in the moonlight.

But Eivor wouldn't let that triumph last long. After a while, Eivor started staggering, faltering in her steps.

Randvi smirked, taunting. "You shouldn't have challenged me, young Raven." She said, circling. "I have more training under my belt than you."

Rocks rumbled past like earthquakes. Eivor thrust a bloodied palm out, sending jagged shards tearing towards Randvi. But she countered with her own crystals, the projectiles exploding into pebbles on impact.

Twin jets of flame burst from bloodied palms, lighting the pitch black sky orange. The flames licked at the warm air surrounding them.

Eivor panted, hot puffs of breath forced past chapped and bloodied lips, her only means of breathing right now.

However, when the twin jets of flame escaped her palms, Randvi dodged gracefully dodged them just as she did the earth pellets. It was like she possessed the magic of air. She closed the distance, her hammer nicking Eivor's cheek, but missed a retaliating fire blast that singed her red braid.

If Eivor didn't know any better, she would've thought that Randvi was air magic by her swift movements, not crystal magic.

They grapples fiercely, nature powers proving useless at close quarters. Randvi gained the upper hand as Eivor faltered from the exhausting battle.

She rammed the edge of her blue-clad knee into Eivor's exposed gut with a loud and forceful "oomph", causing the inexperienced girl to stumble back.

Eivor went down on one knee, panting heavily. A fresh trickle of blood dripped down her nose and chin, in lighter comparison to the drying blood.

Randvi loomed over her for the finishing blow. But it never came.

Eivor shot up, a ragged yell escaping her lips. She refused to falter now. She met her gaze defiantly, and without warning, punched out a swirling plume of flame from her hand.

The sound of sizzling flesh and Randvi cried out, flames blistering the side of her face, blistering her left eye in raw red marks. Clutching her face, she staggered back a few paces from Eivor.

"Yield, doe," Eivor panted, chest rising and falling with exertion. Triumph was in her bruised eyes. She would not bow.

But it wasn't over for Randvi yet. She swung her hammer one last time in a single, swift move, knuckles white as snow.

"Never!" She bellowed out across the darkness.

Eivor's eyes widened as she realized what was about to happen. She wasn't able to dodge in time, and the hammer's head connected to her shoulder with a sickening crunch that matched her broken nose. The force had her small body flip in mid-air after making contact, and she landed on the hard ground with a wet, strained coughing gasp as the blow jarred her insides, ending with a painful "oof" escaping bloodied lips, tasting copper in her ruined throat.

She wheezed there, cheeks puffed out and red, sprawled on the ground. Blood dripped from her mouth, staining the corners of her chin as she coughed again.

Darkness edged the corners of her eyes as blurriness followed, sharp, rending pain shooting through her shoulder. Then, nothing, as black void taking over.

[obesimo]

[theancientirishcraft]

[apiswitchcraft]

common crystals and their attributes

AGATE

agate comes in clear or milky white, grey, blue, green, pink, brown, and are often artificially colored. most agate is waxy and soft, and is usually banded. agate stabilizes emotions, eliminating negative physical and emotional influence. it also can be used for healing, and some varieties are good for protection.

AMBER

amber comes in golden brown or yellow--other colors are always artificial. it is opaque or transparent resin, and insects or vegetation may be trapped inside. amber has strong connections to the earth and is a good grounding stone. it is a powerful healer and cleanser, stimulates intellect and promotes a positive mental state.

AMETHYST

amethyst comes in purple, pink, and lavender colors. it is transparent, and always grows in points either in a geode, cluster, or single point. amethyst is an extremely powerful and protective stone. it has strong healing and cleansing powers, and enhances spiritual awareness. it can also be used to promote love (self and romantic/sexual).

AVENTURINE

aventurine comes in green, blue, red, brown, and peach. it is opaque and often speckled with small clear pieces. aventurine is a very positive stone of prosperity and luck. it defuses negative situations and turns them to the positive. emotionally, it promotes compassion and empathy and encourages perseverance, stabilizing one's state of mind. it also promotes creativity.

BLOODSTONE

bloodstone is a green stone speckled with red splotches. it is believed to have the ability to banish evil and negativity and to direct spiritual energies. bloodstone heightens the intuition and increases creativity. physically, this stone can promote healing.

CALCITE

calcite comes in green, blue, yellow, orange, clear, and pink. it is translucent and waxy, and is often banded (may be acid-treated to enhance color). calcite is a powerful amplifier and cleanser of energy. having calcite in a room cleanses negative energies. calcite connects emotions with the intellect, calming the mind and boosting memory.

CARNELIAN

carnelian comes in red, orange, pink, or brown. it's often small and translucent, being water-worn or tumbled. carnelian grounds you and is excellent for restoring vitality and motivation. it stimulates creativity and even has the ability to cleanse other stones. carnelian gives courage and promotes positive life choices, useful for overcoming abuse of any kind. it can also help with love (self or romantic/sexual).

CITRINE

citrine comes in yellow, yellowish brown or smokey grey-brown. it is transparent, and is seen most often as a geode, point, or cluster. citrine is a powerful cleanser, believed to carry the power of the sun. it absorbs negative energy and energizes every level of life. it is also a powerful luck stone.

GARNET

garnet comes in red, pink, green, orange, yellow, brown, and black. it is a transparent or translucent crystal, often small and faceted or a larger opaque piece. garnet is a powerfully energizing and regenerative stone. it balances energy, bringing serenity or passion as appropriate. garnet inspires love and devotion, alleviating emotional disharmony. red garnet in particular aids sex drive. garnet is useful to have in a crisis.

JASPER

jasper comes in varieties of numerous colors. it is opaque, patterned, often water-worn or small and tumbled. jasper is known as the "supreme nurturer." it sustains and supports during times of stress, and brings tranquility and wholeness. it provides protection and grounds the person.

LABRADORITE

labradorite comes in greyish to black with blue and yellow iridescence. it comes in all sizes and is usually polished. labradorite is a highly mystical and protective stone, a bringer of light. it deflects unwanted energies and prevents energy leakage. labradorite banishes fears and insecurities, focusing psychic energies.

MALACHITE

malachite comes in only green, concentric light/dark bands and rosettes. it is often tumbled or polished, since the raw form is toxic if particles are inhaled. malachite is a powerful stone that should be handled with caution, since it amplifies both positive and negative energies. malachite is a stone of transformation. life is lived more intensely under the influence of malachite, since it encourages risk-taking change.

MOONSTONE

moonstone comes in white, cream, and yellowy grey. it is often milky and translucent, sometimes having an iridescent shine. moonstone is a "stone of new beginnings". as the name suggests, it is strongly connected to the moon. it reminds us that, as the moon waxes and wanes, everything is part of a cycle of change. moonstone promotes intuition and empathy, and calms overreactions.

OBSIDIAN

obsidian comes in black and black speckled with white. it is shiny opaque and glass-like. obsidian is a stone without boundaries or limitations, it works extremely fast and with great power. it enhances the truth and exposes flaws. obsidian is also a strongly protective stone, forming a shield against negativity. it is helpful for highly sensitive people.

OPAL

opal comes in basically every color, but all of them have iridescent/holographic reflections. opal can be synthetic or natural, and can grow onto other objects (often shells or pieces of wood). opal is absorbent and reflective, it picks up thoughts and feelings and amplifies them. mentally, opal brings lightness and spontaneity. it encourages an interest in the arts.

PERIDOT

peridot comes in dark olive green to lime green colors. it's a transparent glassy crystals, but cloudy when polished. peridot is believed to keep away evil spirits. peridot alleviates jealousy, resentment, spite and anger, and reduces stress. it clears/releases "old baggage". peridot sharpens the mind and opens it to new levels of awareness.

CLEAR QUARTZ

clear quartz grows in clear, pointed crystals. it is translucent, milky or striated, and often comes in clusters. quartz is often considered a universal stone, but specifically helps to alter/amplify other energies. it also is a good healing stone.

ROSE QUARTZ

rose quartz is pink, usually translucent or transparent, and is sometimes tumbled. rose quartz is the stone of unconditional love and infinite peace. it is the best stone for attracting love. rose quartz gently draws off negative energy and replaces it with love. emotionally, it is the finest healer.

SELENITE

selenite is a white, pink, or beige crystal that can grow in flat and curled layers or long "tubes". it is translucent with a light bending effect from some perspectives. selenite brings clarity of the mind, promoting divine guidance. it can cleanse other crystals/objects and can form a protective grid around a house. it is a powerful disperser and stabilizer for erratic emotions.

SODALITE

sodalite is blue, and mottled with dark and light blue-white. sodalite unites logic with intuition and opens spiritual senses. this stone is particularly useful for group work, as it brings harmony and solidarity of purpose. it stimulates trust and companionship between people. sodalite is an excellent stone for the mind, as it eliminates mental confusion and intellectual bondage.

TIGER'S EYE

tiger's eye several shades of brown that grows in bands, with a light-bending effect. tiger's eye is a protective stone that is excellent for people who are spaced out or uncommitted. this stone is useful for recognizing both your needs and the needs of other people. tiger's eye heals issues of self-worth, self-criticism, and blocked creativity.

RHODONITE

this stone is pink and black, with some streaks of white or grey. it is another stone of great balance, balancing emotions, balancing a relationship, etc. for this reason it is also associated with love and healing.

RHODOCHROSITE

rhodochrosite is a pink stone with bands of tan, white, and lighter pinks. this crystal encourages a positive attitude and is known to enhance dreams. it is also known to promote love (especially self-love).

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🌗✨ Burn the Last Bridges with the Last Quarter Moon ✨🌗

Hello lovely witches and magickal creatures 💫

The Last Quarter, or Third Quarter Moon, is a powerful time for final closures and concrete actions to end what no longer serves us, and clear out stubborn old habits or situations definitively. 🧹

This phase is distinct from the earlier waning phase as it calls not only for gradual releasing from negative influences, but for cementing those decisions with definitive actions and making sure there’s no turning back.

🕰️ Phase Duration: 2~3 days

🧙‍♀️ Suggested Rituals:

This is a period for deeper introspection and reflection on what truly must be removed from your life. It’s the perfect time for cycle-ending spells that ensure readiness for the new beginnings the New Moon will bring.

Consider cord-cutting spells to sever emotional ties, cleansing rituals using sage or salt to purify your space, and banishing negativity through focused visualizations or affirmations.

Elements Associated with the Last Quarter Moon

These elements align with the Last Quarter Moon's themes of reflection, release and removal of negative influences, and preparation for new beginnings. Use them to support your magickal rituals and spells during this time:

🕯️ Candle Colors: Black to banish negative energies and provide strong protection. Brown complements this by grounding and neutralizing. Yellow brings clarity and illumination.

💎 Crystals: Black Tourmaline for protection and grounding. Smoky Quartz clears negativity and promotes release.

🌿 Herbs: Sage cleanses and purifies the space, removing negativity. Bay Leaf supports manifestation and wisdom, aiding in releasing old patterns. Lemon Balm Soothes and heals emotionally, preparing for renewal. Dandelion aids in divination and connecting with deeper spiritual insights. Wormwood helps remove bad habits and supports psychic work.

🌬️ Incense: Myrrh deepens spiritual cleansing and protection. Cedarwood grounds and purifies your energy.

☘️ Essential Oils: Lemon cleanses and refreshes your space. Juniper protects and purifies the surroundings.

🎴 Tarot Cards: The Tower signifies major change and breaking down old structures. The Star brings hope and guidance. The Hermit fosters introspection and wisdom.

Incorporate these elements into your ritual to fully embrace the transformative energies of this powerful moon phase and amplify your intentions for closure and renewal.

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💫 Blessed be 💫

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🌿 Himalayan Green Chlorite Quartz - 620 Grams of Earthly Energy 🌿

Discover the grounding and healing power of this unique 620-gram Himalayan Green Chlorite Quartz. Known for its potent detoxifying properties, it promotes physical and spiritual healing while connecting you to nature's energy. Sourced from the majestic Himalayas, this crystal is a perfect addition for meditation, healing, and crystal collections. 🏔️💚

Feel the earth’s natural magic with Himalya Quartz. ✨