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Do Spells Really Work?

I am wondering if spells really work. If so, then I have so many questions! Do they take time? Can others cast spells for us, or do we have to do it ourselves? Can we affect other people with spells, or only ourselves? Is it wrong to cast spells? Are there negative repercussions? Is it dangerous?

Thank you!
Sandy

Dreamchaser:

Yes, I believe in the power of spells. I grew up in an area where voodoo is still practiced and spells are cast on a regular basis. You have to decide for yourself if you believe this is right or wrong.

I believe we should only cast spells for ourselves, however, there is one exception, and that is when a professional casts a spell for you. Even in that situation, I think there are guidelines that should be followed.

The biggest rule governing spell work is: “Harm no one and do not tinker with anyone’s free will.” If a spell brings harm to someone else, then you absolutely should not do it or have it preformed for you.

For example, if you want your married boyfriend to leave his cheating, miserable wife so he can be with you, you cannot cast a “divorce spell,” even though it appears it would help both of them. You can’t cast this spell because you would be interfering with his free will and his wife’s free will. It is up to them to decide if they will stay in a bad marriage or not; it’s not your decision.

If you interfered, you would affect not only yourself and the couple, but also all the family and friends surrounding that couple. Your one spell would affect quite a number of people. That is something we all need to consider before we decide to do a spell. We have to take a good look at the entire situation and all the possible ramifications.

I think casting a positive, helpful spell is a wonderful thing. Casting a prosperity or good health spell is a great tool for those who are in need. I do not use spells. I believe in the power of my words as they are sent into the universe. I believe that I have to allow my life to unfold on its own, and that I have the power to choose what I want to do at any time. Long ago I gave up on trying to create what I thought I wanted to happen. I realized that the universe always had a better plan, so I took it easy, sitting back allowing things to happen. It works best for me.

Let’s cut to the bottom line: Is it wrong to cast spells if you harm no one and do not play with another’s free will? No, it is not wrong. Are there negative repercussions if you interfere, even if it’s indirectly related to their situation? You will get back whatever you have sent out at least three times over because whatever we put out comes back to us and then some.

Is it dangerous? That would depend on your definition of dangerous. I personally feel that casting spells to make something happen is always dangerous, because if it is not happening by itself already, there is probably a good reason. Either you are stopping it from manifesting somehow, or the universe does not think it is time. Either way, there is work that must be done, and trying to skip or avoid that work could prove unwise.

I wish you good judgment.

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Astrea:

I am very conflicted about spell work, Sandy, but you made up my mind for me about one thing, and I thank you. I’ve always felt it was wrong to sell a spell.

After reading your question, I removed the only spell I was offering at Psychic Chat. For me, magic is a sacred part of divine worship, and trying to sell even the most innocent spell isn’t right. I’m going straight. I’m either going to give it away from now on, or just avoid spell work altogether.

Magic is dangerous in the hands of someone who is dabbling and unprepared. They’re inviting demons and who knows what else by playing with fire. Even with years of study, many people can’t do a spell correctly.

I could write endless descriptions of horrible things that go wrong when someone gets a spell out of a book and tries to duplicate it, or buys a spell on the internet and expects someone else to work magic for her. The person doing the spell for you might not know any more about magic than you do. Can you trust this person with your life and future?

In most books on spells, some ingredient of the ritual is missing. People who practice magic regularly are like chefs, and will leave out one key ingredient to keep the real recipe all to himself. Of course, if you’re truly interested in spell casting, there are lots of books and classes that can get you started. While you won’t ever learn magic from a book, you can gain lots of basic knowledge. You can also learn how to protect yourself from fakes and phonies.

If magic runs in your family, even if you can’t ask other family members to show you what to do, with meditation and practice you should be able to harness your inherited skills.

Times have changed. The spells that worked to ward off the Black Plague in the Middle Ages have to be fundamentally changed and adapted to drug addiction and alcoholism. Magic is a living language, and changes all the time. A spell written in a book today might not work tomorrow, or just the opposite could be true. Altering an ancient spell may even prove disastrous! It takes time and experience to be able to intuit what will and won’t work for you.

Personally, I prefer prayer. It’s safe, quick, easy, free, and the results are guaranteed. You don’t have to have candles or graven images, or be in a certain building, or wear a certain color. Also, you can always get guidance on decisions through prayer.

Regardless of who your supreme deity may be, if you listen with your heart, you can find what you’re seeking.