Cottage Witchery: Crafting Your Energetic Shield

Hello, sisters, and welcome back to the Mystic Moon Potions Co. blog! As witches, we often find ourselves deeply connected to the ebb and flow of nature, and just as there are seasons of growth and abundance, there are also times when we need to protect our precious energy from less benevolent forces.

In our journey to manifest our dreams and achieve success, we sometimes encounter individuals who, for whatever reason, harbor ill will or simply do not want to see us thrive. It can be disheartening, even draining, but fear not! Today, we're going to explore a simple yet powerful ritual to craft an energetic shield, keeping your spirit vibrant and your path clear.

Understanding the Need for Protection

Think of your aura as a delicate garden. You wouldn't leave it open to weeds and pests, would you? Similarly, your energetic field needs tending and protection. When others direct negative thoughts, jealousy, or resentment towards you, it can create energetic "holes" in your aura, leaving you feeling tired, unmotivated, and even a little unwell. This ritual helps to mend those holes and create a strong, resilient barrier.

The Power of the Waning Moon

For this particular shielding ritual, we're going to work with the Waning Moon. The Waning Moon, the period after the Full Moon and before the New Moon, is a time of release, banishment, and introspection. And what better waning moon to perform this ritual than after a powerful Full Blood Moon! It's the perfect phase to shed what no longer serves you, cut cords, and build protective boundaries.

Your Shielding Ritual

Gather these simple ingredients:

• A small, dark-colored cloth (black, deep blue, or purple work best for absorption)
• A piece of black tourmaline or obsidian (powerful protective stones)
• Dried rosemary or bay leaves (for banishing and protection)
• A white candle (for purity and cleansing)
• A small bowl of salt (for purification and grounding)
• A fire-safe dish

Instructions:

1. Preparation (Waning Moon Evening): Find a quiet space where you won't be disturbed. Light your white candle, focusing on its pure, cleansing flame. Place the salt bowl, dark cloth, protective stone, and herbs before you.
2. Grounding and Centering: Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths. Imagine roots extending from the soles of your feet deep into the Earth, grounding you. Feel yourself connected, stable, and secure.
3. Setting Your Intention: Hold the black tourmaline or obsidian in your dominant hand. Say aloud or silently: "By the power of the Waning Moon, I call upon protection. Let all ill will be banished, all negativity rebound. My energy is sacred, my spirit unbound."
4. Creating Your Charm Bag: Lay out your dark cloth. Place the protective stone in the center. Sprinkle a pinch of salt over it, visualizing it absorbing any unwanted energy. Add the dried rosemary or bay leaves, infusing them with your intention for protection and banishment.
5. Binding the Energy: Carefully gather the corners of the cloth and tie them securely with a piece of natural twine or thread, creating a small pouch. As you tie each knot, affirm your protection: "Knot by knot, my shield is strong. No harm can touch where I belong."
6. Candle Magick: Hold your newly made charm bag over the flame of the white candle (briefly, do not let it catch fire!). Visualize the candle's pure light sealing and empowering your protective shield.
7. Final Affirmation: Place the charm bag in your dominant hand and say: "My energetic shield is complete, strong, and impenetrable. I am safe, protected, and free to succeed. So, mote it be!"
8. Disposal of Salt (Optional): If you wish, you can take the salt from the bowl outside and scatter it to the winds, releasing any lingering negativity into the Earth to be neutralized.

Keep this charm bag with you – in your pocket, purse, or near your workspace. Every time you touch it, remember your intention and the strength of your energetic shield.

Remember, your success is your own to claim, and no one has the right to dim your light. With this simple ritual, you're not only protecting yourself but also reclaiming your power.

Blessed be,

~ Kimberly xoxo

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