Spells are simply prayers with attitude. The things you use in magic
such as chants, candles, talismans, cords, etc. are there only to help
you focus your intent. They are like personal props an actor uses to get
himself into character. If you can't find a spell that you need, simply
write your own; just be clear about what you want. Take your time and
really think about what you want to do. Just remember 'An Harm None'.
NOTE: It's always good to keep track of the spells you perform. This
will help you later determine what went wrong, or simply help you
determine what you did right.
We all have different routines when doing spells and rituals. Below
is a basic guideline that you may find helpful if you feel that
following a structured routine will work best for you, or if you aren't
sure where to start and need a guideline. These are not set in stone and
can be changed to suit your needs.
Ritual Preparation —
Choose a time. Decide the intent. Choose an aspect of the Divine, if you
wish. Decide how to raise energy (i.e., dancing, chanting, drumming,
etc.) Choose how to cast and close the circle.
Cleanse Yourself and Your Magickal Space — You can do this with a ritual bath for yourself, or through
meditation to still and focus your mind. You can cleanse your space with
your magickal broom or with incense or burning herbs.
Cast the Circle —
Starting at the North side of the room, point your finger or wand and
say the following as you imagine white light energy streaming forth from
your finger and forming a circle around you:
I cast this circle to create a sacred space.
No unwanted energies can enter this space.
The circle is now cast! So mote it be!
By the time you've walked three time around the circle, you
should be finished saying that. You may also choose to sprinkle salt or
water on the ground around you or in the four corners.
Invocation of the Divine — Invoke the Deities by asking them to join you for your magical
workings. ("God and Goddess, I ask that you join me here to assist with
my magical workings.")
Statement of Purpose — This is simply to tell the Divine why you have called Him/Her to the circle and what you are trying to accomplish.
Magickal Working —
Raise energy, through chanting or drumming or however you have chosen to
do so. Direct or channel this energy by using candles, herbs, stones or
whatever other correspondences you found to fit your specific need.
Ground your energy when you have completed the working.
Cakes and Wine (optional) — Eat a small piece of bread or cookie and drink a little wine, milk, or juice to help restore your energy.
Thank the Divine
Close the Circle — Starting from the West, walk widdershins (counterclockwise) around the circle three times as you say:
The circle is open, but never broken.
So mote it be!
Merry meet and merry part,
and merry meet again!
SOURCES: The Wiccan Garden and Everything Under the Moon