#uncrossed

[oceancrusher]

#proprietorial

[thespectralcottage]

Witchcraft 101:

Cleansing vs Uncrossing vs Banishing

Alright witches. Lets dive into some witchy basics and discuss the differences between cleansing, uncrossing and banishing. This will hopefully help you differentiate between them. But.. lets be honestly if you do something like call a spell an uncrossing when "technically" doing a banishing, who cares its all in good spirit. The reason i think its good to have a difference in mind between these falls into how you handle a spell. If I'm doing an uncrossing vs a banishing i would choose different spell ingredients, maybe work with different gods, or choose a different element to work with.

Cleansing: I consider cleansings as the foundation and most basic of these. Its almost an umbrella term the other two fall under. All banishings are cleansings, but not all cleansings are a banishing. Cleansings are when you're trying clear something away. Most often people will use this term in day to day workings and general upkeep to make sure nothing has stuck to them. This would include more casual things like smoke cleansing, showering and asking the water to cleanse you, sound cleansing, etc. Its not a full spellworking or ritual, but still done with energy and intention. Sometimes you may do a cleansing and realize whatever is there, is stuck deeper then you expected. So you take the next steps and do a more "intense" cleansing like an uncrossing or banishing.

Uncrossing Spells: Uncrossing specifically refers to removing unwanted energy. Usually when discussing what is an uncrossing, I sperate it from just a cleansing by describing it as a very intense cleansing where you're trying to strip away intense and specific energy. These are more work and a step up from an everyday cleansing for more intense scenarios. This is very spirit focused; think of it as taking out the bad and putting in the good. Some types of spells I would consider an uncrossing are: removing hexes/jinx/curses, removing the evil eye, spiritual detoxes, road openers, removing any stubborn energy, removing feelings, etc. I associate uncrossings with water: it's soaking in and getting that energy out. I would choose herbs/spell ingredients that are uplifting and purifying. Think salt, rosemary, rue, and lemons.

Banishing Spells: Banishing spells remove unwanted entities, spirits or people. You can use it to get rid of very deep rooted things like habits or insecurities. Banishings are quite a strong forms of spellwork. You're really kicking something out and away from you when you do a banishing. Its connected to more deep rooted things that you're trying to remove from your life. Some types of spells I could consider a banishing: cord cutting, exorcisms, banishing a spirit attached to you, getting rid of insecurities, freezers, etc. I associate banishings with fire. Burn and gtfo. I would choose herbs that have more of a kick to them and are defensive. Think nettle, blackberry leaves, cloves, even pepper in some cases.

Please note this doesn't have to be something strict. Like i said at the beginning this is just a guide that will help you differentiate so you can tackle the spellwork as effectively as possible.

✨Stay Spooky ✨

[theravenkin]

the best thing maggie stiefvater ever did was NOT having ronan dream a magical device that would "fix" adam's hearing. the best thing maggie ever did was adam knowing that he did not need or want to be "fixed". the best thing maggie ever did was ronan knowing that adam did not want or need to be fixed and accepting it without a second thought.

[readytoplaygod]

Best birthday gift from @tim-ee-sis 😍 new backdrop for my photography 🙌🏼

[blahblahblah2cargarage]

i love this photo so much…look at him…thats my son

[xaykwolf]

Have a little transparent Ruby for all your boba-loving needs!

[kaiasky]

[4ndeka]

I WANT EMOTES FOR HIS BIG MODE SO BAD (also hehe more art for my edgy fanfic, enjoy)

[magickkate]

Today, let's look into three essential practices in witchcraft: cleansing, uncrossing, and banishing. Understanding these differences can enhance your spellwork and help you achieve more precise outcomes. So, grab your favorite herbal tea, and let's explore these concepts together!

Cleansing

Purpose: Removing negative energy and restoring balance.

When to Use: Before rituals, after intense emotional experiences, when feeling energetically heavy, or to maintain a positive atmosphere.

Methods:

Smoke Cleansing: Use ethically sourced herbs like lavender, rosemary, or mugwort. Avoid palo santo and white sage due to their cultural significance and environmental concerns.

Sound Cleansing: Bells, singing bowls, or clapping hands can break up stagnant energy.

Water Cleansing: Spritzing charged water or using a cleansing bath with salt and herbs.

Crystal Cleansing: Selenite and clear quartz are great for absorbing negative energy.

Example: Before starting a ritual, you might walk around your space with a lavender bundle, allowing the smoke to cleanse any residual negativity and create a sacred space for your work.

Uncrossing

Purpose: Breaking hexes, curses, or unwanted magical influences.

When to Use: When you suspect someone has cast a negative spell on you, or you’re experiencing bad luck or unexplained misfortune.

Methods:

Herbal Baths: Use a mixture of hyssop, rue, and salt in a bath to cleanse yourself of crossed conditions.

Candle Work: Light a black candle dressed with uncrossing oil, focusing on breaking any negative influences.

Spells: Recite uncrossing prayers or chants while performing your chosen method.

Example: If you feel that someone has cast a hex on you, you might prepare a bath with hyssop and salt, soaking while visualizing the negative energy dissolving away.

Banishing

Purpose: Expelling unwanted entities, energies, or people from your life.

When to Use: When dealing with persistent negative forces, toxic relationships, or unwanted spirits.

Methods:

Banishing Spells: Write the name or description of what you want to banish on paper and burn it while chanting your intention.

Salt Circles: Create a circle of salt around the area you wish to protect, effectively keeping unwanted energies out.

Herbs and Crystals: Use protective herbs like garlic and basil or crystals like black tourmaline and obsidian.

Example: To banish a toxic person from your life, write their name on a piece of paper, anoint it with banishing oil, and burn it while stating your intention to remove their influence from your life.

Key Differences

Cleansing focuses on removing general negative energy and maintaining a balanced atmosphere.

Uncrossing specifically targets breaking curses, hexes, or other intentional magical attacks.

Banishing is about expelling specific unwanted energies, entities, or individuals.

Understanding these distinctions can greatly enhance your magical practice, helping you choose the right method for the right situation. Remember, your intention and focus are the most powerful tools in any of these practices.

Blessed be!

[mermaidstede]

You gotta own it.

[hollowslantern]

im honestly having dreams nobody has ever had before. google doesn't even know what to do with me

[thegodwhocums]

ok sports fans, here's the deal. we are gonna have a little lesson in making

UNCROSSING BATHS

because in the past week I have dumped a pitcher of water onto a power strip, driven the car into the garage with the TRUNK OPEN which got it lodged on the garage door and scratched it up, dropped my phone in a bowl full of water (and spinach), broken my glasses, overwatered the plants so they leaked all over some boxes of books, and generally been uncharacteristically fucking things up.

which means: UNCROSSING TIME!

[mylittleredgirl]

man i was gonna post a whole complaint post but it’s like [psychiatric distress] [this medication i still can’t get] [my mother died nine years ago and i’d like to be planting things and sweetly reminiscing instead of just not dying] who cares.

[foileadeux]

loserman ref update

[thelikesoffinn]

Yikes, Gale gets straight up nasty after finding out that durge was involved in the absolute plot and is now refusing to speak with me.

Which, fair, but also I kinda wanted you to stay at camp so that I can get Halsin, sooo...

[writhe]

i feel like it’s kinda dumb but i’ve ALWAYS been weird about touch even when i want it…there’s always been some aspect of exchanging touch casually / familiarly that has never really “clicked” for me. like, i remember being young and seeing people/friends casually lean on or touch each other’s arms or pull each other close and it always felt like a language i couldn’t speak or learn. i think a lot of this had to do with being a closeted / kinda repressed kid / teen but it felt & sometimes feels frustrating. i felt very monstrous for a long time. i think there are years that have passed in my life where the time spent touching or being touched could be condensed into a handful of hours, if not less. much less the case now because i’ve got to a point where i’ll crawl around on franklin for fun & i get friends to roughhouse sometime. anyway, this problem exists to a much lesser extent today but i still notice & feel it but last night during a song a bar friend who i’ve known for, hell, five years peered over my shoulder and we leaned our heads against each other and sang and it, like, did something to me. also hugs are easy but i got kind of a long one from a new friend!

anyway, i am maybe not entirely made of spikes and fire