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A fairly calm week awaits, with only one hardly noticeable astrological shift when Neptune turns direct on Wednesday. Because of its proximity to Earth and its slow orbit, it’s practically a non-event. However, over the coming weeks, we will start to notice a more vibrant energy around us as we move toward more soulful and fulfilling activities and connections, so stay tuned! For those of us who celebrate the holidays, there will be a shift in focus toward upcoming events, and under the Leo Moon, we’ll start to gear up and take direct action for the celebrations afoot. The Virgo Moon will give us a bit of a pause on Wednesday and Thursday, as we stop to attend to financial or health problems that need to be rebalanced before the year ends. The rest of the week is also about balance as we’re under the influence of a Libra Moon Friday through Sunday. During this cycle, we’ll be inspired to restore order or update our living quarters, renew those friendships we address once a year (through phone calls or Holiday cards), and seek out a more balanced daily schedule to get us through to the end of the year.

13 Candle Spell Hacks That Anyone Can Use, by Madame Pamita

(Article originally published in The Llewellyn Journal.)

Candle Magic Doesn't Have to Be Overwhelming
If you've never done a candle spell before, candle magic can seem a bit daunting. Even if you've done a few candle spells, you might feel bogged down with the details.

I hear from panicky spell casters all the time who are overwhelmed by too many moving parts in their spells. They are unsure if they have to start on a certain day or use a certain candle or say certain words to get the result that they want. While timings, candle style, and incantations can all add power to a spell, if they are causing "analysis paralysis" then all that anxiety around your spell is actually working against you.

Are You Overthinking Your Spell Work?
We've all seen those Hollywood movies with witches doing elaborate candle spells with eye of newt and toe of frog, and it's natural to worry that, if our spell isn't Instagram-worthy are we doing something wrong?

"What if I pick the wrong candle?"
"What happens if I make a horrible mistake?"
And, the big one..."Where do I even start?”"

The good news is that not every candle spell has to be an elaborate set up with rare ingredients on a dedicated altar. Even a beginner witch can do powerful spells with less complicated magic and see amazing results.

I'm going to share 13 of my favorite easy-breezy tips and tricks for candle spells that bust the myths you might be carrying around in the back of your head and give you the encouragement to go for it.

1. 1. If you need the results now, do your spell now. It might be lovely to wait until a certain special moon phase or day of the week, but if you need those spell results ASAP, do your spell right now.

1. 1. More is not always better. More candles, more herbs, more oils. We can overload our spell with too much stuff, confusing the energy, or worse, creating a flammable mess. A single candle charged with a clear and focused intent can be more productive than twenty candles imbued with 13 different herbs and spices and some wishy-washy energy. Which bring me to...

1. 1. Your emotions and focus are the most important ingredients. Sometimes you might feel like you can't do your spell because you don't have the correct "stuff," but don't forget that your confident emotions and your positive focus on your goal are the most important ingredients of any candle spell.

1. 1. You don't always need to do all the work. While I am a total advocate for empowering people to create their own candle spells, sometimes we don't have the energy or the time to learn everything needed to craft a particular candle spell formula from scratch. That's where reliable and trusted shops come in. Purchase a spell kit or prepared candle from your favorite magical candle shop and you will be able to do a spell that's as simple as lighting a wick.

1. 1. Size matters! (But probably not the way you think it does.) I love big pillar candles (and I cannot lie!) but for a spell where you need results right now, a candle that burns for a long time might not be the best choice. A smaller candle such as a chime candle or even a birthday candle may be just the thing if you need to get that spell out there into the ether right this minute!

1. 1. You can't mess up the words. If you're not sure what spell words to use, speak from your heart. Extra bonus witch tip: When possible, try to phrase things in the positive (for example, "I am protected" rather than, "Bad things are not going to happen to me anymore").

1. 1. There are plenty of great substitutes for the rare and endangered. There are a lot of old candle spells that utilize herbs or roots that are endangered or animal parts that may be harvested in unethical ways. Don't feel pressured into using ingredients that don't mesh with your own ethical standards. You don't necessarily need a rare and expensive mandrake root for every (or even "any") love spell. There are dozens of amazing plants that you can add to your magic that can probably be found in your spice rack or your garden (I see you, cinnamon and rose!)

1. 1. You can do a candle spell without a dedicated altar space. I love a good altar (the five altars in my house will testify to that) but you don't always need a formal altar to do a candle spell. Clear a shelf, window sill, side table, or even a kitchen table and it can serve as a space to do your candle magic. Just be sure that all flammable things (such as curtains or papers) are kept far away from your flame.

1. 1. You don't need to wait to be initiated to do candle spells. Becoming an initiate into a mystery tradition can be an amazing and enlightening journey, but it's not required for you to do candle magic. Candle magic isn't a part of any one spiritual path. It belongs to everyone. It's the people's magic!

1. 1. If your candle does wonky things, fix it! Candle spells aren't called spell "work" for nothin'! Sometimes you have to give it a little effort. If your candle is doing something weird as it burns, don't just stand by and watch—work on it! Pour out excess wax, add a helper wick for a candle where the wick gets drowned in the wax pool, or trim back the wick for a candle flame that is burning too high. The goal is to have an even and steady burn and if you have to tend to your candle to get that, then do it.

1. 1. Trust your magic. One of the simplest concepts to know but most difficult to master is the idea that you have to have trust. Trust that your candle is sending lightwaves of positive intention out into the universe. Trust that your herbal allies are supporting your magic. And most importantly, trust your own power to transform your life through magic.

1. Have patience with your results. Sometimes a few things have to unfold in time and space before you can get your candle spell results. One phrase I love to add to my candle spell words is "...the perfect outcome in perfect timing..." By saying that, I remind myself to be patient and aim high for the very best outcome.
2. Don't be afraid to try a different approach. Once in a while, even the most adept magicians casts a candle spell that does nothing. Don't beat yourself up about it. It's just feedback that's telling you that you need to approach the matter in a different magical way. Try the same candle with a slightly a different intention, try a different candle spell, or try a spell that doesn't involve a candle at all. Make notes about what works and what doesn't in your Book of Shadows (or your spiral notebook) and you'll start to see what magic is most effective for you.

K.I.S.S. (or, "Keep It Simple, Sorceress/Sorcerer")
If you find yourself hesitating before doing a candle spell, remind yourself that people have been playing magically with fire for hundreds of thousands of years. Your ancestors probably didn't stress about whether or not they had all the things that they thought they needed for a spell and neither should you.

Remind yourself that it's better to do a simple and focused candle spell with what you have available than to do nothing at all. Candle spells are meant to be exciting and fun. Free yourself to play with candle magic in simpler ways and watch your magic soar.

Article originally published in The Llewellyn Journal. Copyright Llewellyn Worldwide, 2020. All rights reserved.

About ten years ago, my son and I saw an orb in our home. It was smaller than a tennis ball and looked like liquid smoke with swirling marble rainbow colours inside it. It had a vapourous, smoking, trailing tail. It was just floating by as easy as a surfer riding a wave. It floated by just under the ceiling. It felt like it was just minding its own business, saying, How's it going, just passing through. I'm looking to find out what this could have been. Also, could I call it to help me in order to find other answers? Thank you.

~Bobbie

Susyn:

Orbs are fascinating. While some can be seen by the naked eye, most are only discovered when they show up in photographs. Digital cameras are effective at capturing these images, so if you haven't seen this orb in ten years, you may want to take a few pictures of the ceiling where you first spotted it. You may also want to photograph your son in this same area to see if it's still around.

Rainbow orbs are often representative of loved ones who have died. If you suffered the loss of a loved one around this time, it's possible that this orb was a sign from them to let you know they were all right. If you had other experiences that related to this specific loved one at the time, you can consider this just one of many signs they were sending your way. You may have been able to interact with the orb at the time, but because so many years have passed, that is probably no longer an option.

This lighted orb could also represent a spirit guide or angel who took this form to catch your attention. It may not have had any specific message for you other than a signal that they were near. The most telling indicator of the nature of such a being is how you respond to it emotionally. You were not frightened or concerned, and got the impression that this orb carried an easy-going, just-passing-through energy.

Orbs are not always spirits of people we have known; they can be random entities who happen into your home. While there are orbs of a playful nature, some can be annoying, for they embody sprites or tiny entities that have chosen to invade your home. As it doesn't sound like this is what happened in your case, I see no reason for concern.

Because you have not seen this orb for over ten years, it's unlikely that you can call on it to return or help you with other questions you may have. Even if additional orbs show up in the photographs you take, unless there are many of them, you will not be able to call upon them for spiritual help or direction.

However, since both you and your son were able to see this orb, it's clear that you have clairvoyant or psychic skills you can develop. With these gifts, you can connect directly with spirits to get further information. At some point, you may even be able to call in loved ones or spirit guides and access messages and spiritual guidance from them for yourself and others.

When a person has an experience like this, more are sure to follow. As you continue to reach for greater awareness and watch for future orbs or signs of spirit, your ability to perceive and communicate with these entities will grow stronger.

*****

Oceania:

What a blessing to have witnessed this unusual phenomena with your son. Together you observed a rare atmospheric condition known as ball lightning, which usually occurs during a thunderstorm. Sharing an extraordinary event can be a bonding experience because it creates a shared memory the two of you can enjoy for a lifetime.

Some memorable shared events can be planned for. I just watched the solar eclipse of May 20 with loved ones through a homemade pinhole box. Other wondrous occurrences like ball lightning, a stunning rainbow or spectacular sunset can arise without notice.

Scientists have conflicting theories about why and how ball lightning forms, but these swirling orbs manifest in all sizes and colors. They often appear to leave a trail like the tail you described. Some fly by quickly while others mosey along at a slow pace, like your surfer riding a wave.

Although they are visually fascinating, it is important to avoid touching them just as you would avoid direct contact with any form of electricity. Some balls dissipate silently while others discharge with a boom like the thunder that accompanies traditional lightning.

You and your son can document and share your experience at the following website, which is an online forum dedicated to ball lightning stories. You might be surprised by the number of accounts that are similar to your own. For example, a passenger on a commercial jet saw a glowing sphere the size of a softball drift down the center aisle when the plane passed through a thunderstorm.

Some of the observed balls appear to be filled with smoke while others seem to contain tendrils of multi-colored lights. You can purchase a small plasma ball online, which resembles ball lightning and might serve as a fun reminder of your experience.

Since you asked about receiving answers from the orb, it seems you are hungry for guidance. It is sometimes easier to connect with our inner wisdom when we project it outside of us, where it can be reflected back to us. This is one reason people often find answers in tarot cards. A similar means of accessing inner truth is to focus on an object or mental image that holds meaning for you while asking it questions. It could be a blossoming flower, a flickering candle or the mesmerizing ball that sailed down your hallway.

Although this enchanting orb dissipated long ago, the image is still fresh in your mind, so I invite you meditate on that image and see if an answer takes shape for you.

Astrea:

Many times in life we hear, "You will always have what you NEED, but not necessarily what you WANT." Your spirit must have needed to experience the feeling of leaving your human body, and the suggestion in the next chapter of Sylvia Brown's book was all it took to get you there.

Even though you hadn't read it yet, your SOUL recognized the title of that chapter as something it had been seeking, and your soul, knowing that you had that reference to read after your experience, got with it and out you went!

While I don't usually recommend her books, Sylvia Brown has a wide reaching and powerful effect on lots of people. A Gemini like you would be able to relate easily to her writing and put it to good use. Synchronicity - you gotta love it!

I like your description of "getting caught." That's exactly what it feels like, isn't it? One minute you're free and hovering above the room, and the next minute, ZAP! back down into your corporeal form you go!

As a little kid, I loved that "feeling of return." With practice, most of the time we can control that event, but sometimes, when our physical ears hear a distracting noise or something else occurs to knock us back into reality, back we go. With practice you will be able to control your return better.

I find it interesting that you were visiting your mother-in-law and not someone in your own genetic family. Evidently, you and your husband got married for reasons that are even deeper than love. His family's interest in "psychic stuff" will nurture your children in such matters and help them to grow into their own abilities.

You'll never have to be concerned that when your daughter visits them, she'll be discouraged from exploring her own psychic life and power. My parents encouraged me to develop my psychic senses in a time when it wasn't nice to even discuss such things in public. Heck, it's STILL not considered a great topic at the dinner table in some families!

Your kids will get to talk about it ALL and ask questions and read and study. This is going to give them such an edge in life! Talk with your husband about how you want to present this to your kiddos, so that you are united in your approach and ready to tell them their experiences are all natural and okay.

A word or two of warning: Geminis often have difficulty staying grounded in REAL LIFE. Don't get so strung out on your ASTRAL life that you neglect what you're doing here on Earth.

You are at the beginning of a long journey to learn where your power really lies. Try to be patient with this process and take your time.