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Herbs of the Zodiac...
17:31 Mar 25 2015
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For those that wish to work with their zodiac sign here is a list of herbs smile emoticon

Aries: Rosemary, Marjoram, Garlic, Horseradish, Cowslip, Bay, Cinnamon, Clove, Clover, Coriander, Dragons blood, Feverfew, Ginger, Juniper, Mustard, Myrrh, Nettle, Frankincense.



Taurus: Mint, Thyme, Coltsfoot, Lovage, Cinquefoil, Daisy, Dandelion, Fern, lime, Linden, Lungwort, Mandrake, Onion, Orris root, Sage, Sorrel, Wintergreen, Myrtle.



Gemini: Parsley, Lavender, Dill, Caraway, Mulberry, Angelica, Asafoetida, Bergamot, Betony, Honeysuckle, Meadowsweet, Mint, Oregano, Vervain, Thyme, Tansy.



Cancer: Agrimony, Lemonbalm, Daisy, Cucumber, Angelica, Anise, Dill, Lemonbalm, Camphor, Caraway, Catnip, Chervil, Hyssop, Jasmine, Mandrake, Mugwort, Peppermint, Violet, Wormwood, Honeysuckle.



Leo: Bay, Borage, Chamomile, Saffron, Rue, Almond, Anise, Angelica, Arnica, Burdock, Camphor, Daffodil, Dill, Fennel, Frankincense, Heliotrope, Galangal, Lavender, Lemon, Marigold, Mint, Mistletoe, Eyebright, Saffron, Parsley.



Virgo: Fennel, Savoury, Southernwood, Valerian, Barley, Skullcap, Sandalwood, Chicory, Patchouli, Ginseng, Mandrake.



Libra: Catnip, thyme, elderberry, iris, lilies, ivy, St John's wart, lemon balm, bergamot.



Scorpio: Basil, Tarragon, Barberry, Acacia, Cowslip, Blackthorn, Wormwood, Pennyroyal, Lily, Gotu Kola, Ivy, Horehound, Lady’s mantle, Storax.



Sagittarius: Sage, Chervil, Agrimony, Aloe, Sandalwood, Rowan, Cedarwood, Beech, Betony, Birch, Elder, Hawthorn, Feverfew, Nutmeg, Oak.



Capricorn: Comfrey, Sorrel, Solomon’s seal, Benzoin, Buttercup, Cassia, Witchhazel, Marjoram, Copal, Pine, Plantain, Poppy.



Aquarius: Elder, Mullein, Barley, Borage, Spikenard, St John’s Wort, Cypress, Fennel, Peppermint, Frankincense, Iris, Myrrh.



Pisces: Bilberries, Meadowsweet, Rosehips, Lungwort, Geranium, Lily of the Valley, Lotus, Storax, Verbena, Willow, Seaweed, Moss, Fern.

Writing Spells...
17:25 Mar 25 2015
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It isn’t as hard as people think to write a spell. Basically it is just using symbols for what it is you want to do. It’s harder to do if you want to add complicated chants and rhyming lines, but it’s still pretty easy to write a spell... and not only is it fun to write your own spells rather than getting them out of a book, but it adds a more personal touch to your spells, and thus increases their power. (If the work correctly!)



Please see my section on spells



Always write spells on clean paper and never on recycled paper, as this retains the memory of the words written before. Though the paper could be cleansed and consecrated to remove any previous energies.



For the best times to perform a spell see my moon section

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Some Simple steps to writing spells



Decide what you want to do the spell for. eg: for love, money, healing etc.



Decide what kind of spell you want to do.eg: candle, herbal sachet, bath, cord etc.



Find out (if you don't already know) the current phase of the moon, and which type of spell you should be performing, and if necessary, change your spell outcome slightly. eg: If the spell was to bring money, and you were in a waning moon, you would change the spell to banish poverty, rather than bring money.



Find out what types of magick should be performed on this day, and which day (if that is not it) would be the best day to perform the spell, and if necessary, delay the spell so that you will perform it on the most suitable day eg: Fridays are best for love spells etc.



How elaborate do you want the spell to be? eg: A fancy spell, with lots of steps, or a simple spell where you burn 1 candle? Will you cast a circle? Will you do the simple spell or turn it into a long ritual?



Find all the correspondences for the type of spell you are wanting to do. eg: elements, stones, herbs, colours etc.



Which of these correspondences will you use? eg: which are most useful? Easiest to use? Which do you have? Which would you have to buy/pick/find?



Will you have words in the spell? (you don't have to) Will they rhyme? When writing a chant, work out what you want to say, and then find words that rhyme. if you can't. go back and change the first line, or have every second line rhyme. Or you can just state what you want to achieve, and not rhyme.



Will you charge an amulet or talisman? depending on the spell, you can charge a piece of jewellery etc. to wear while you are waiting for your spell to manifest



What will you do after the spell? eg: Bury the spell ingredients? Keep them? If you want to dispose of something, then dispose of the spell ingredients, if you want to draw something to you.. keep the spell ingredients (or part of them) either forever, or until you get your desired effect, then dispose of them.



Decide whether you *really* want the thing you are after or not. are you going to phrase the question properly.? Will it harm anyone? (unless of course that is the purpose of the spell, or you do not mind harming others) Could it possibly backfire? (If so, try and think of writing the spell so that less could go wrong)





Using those guidelines.. here is a sample spell





1. Spell for love. To bring love, not to target a specific person



2. Candle spell, and make a herbal bag to wear.



3. Moon is currently Full.(it probably isn't when you read this, but pretending it is) so it is the prefect time for all spells.



4. Today is Thursday, (again it probably isn't.. but pretend it is) the best day would be a Friday (ruled by Venus) but today is a day for luck, expansion, endurance etc. so it would still work. As endurance is one of today's powers, I will also ask for a love that will last.



5. Moderately elaborate, I will add to the power by wearing a brand new robe of pink, and empower a rose quartz heart pendant to wear while I am looking for love. I will bathe in rose petals, rose water and pink coloured water to purify and focus my intent before the ritual.. I will have a ring of red candles around the inside of the circle, and I will sprinkle rose petals heart shaped pieces of paper (like confetti) and pink glitter around the circle. I will have an oil burner with rose oil in it.



6. The correspondences I will use are: the colours red and pink, rose petals, the Goddess Aphrodite and the God Eros. Rose quartz stone, a pink piece of cloth and pink ribbon for the bag, I will perform the spell on the 4th hour (Venus ruled).



7. The actual spell itself will be quite simple. A white candle with my name scratched long the side . A red candle with the word "love" scratched along its side. I will place these touching each other on a plate and light them saying:



"As these candles burn and the wax blends

so too shall love and I be entwined"



8. When the wax is in a puddle, I will sprinkle rose petals and pink glitter on it, and mould it into a ball (as much as possible), and place it in a pink cloth bag, with a piece of rose quartz, more rose petals, a few drops of rose water and some more glitter



9. I will wear this bag all the time, until I find my lover, then I will keep it as a symbol of my enduring love for him.





To see this spell written up as an actual spell... go here



Still having trouble?



Make a note of spells that work, and spells that don’t work, so that you can try to find out why the ones that don’t work didn’t work ? Some people keep a magickal journal called a “Book of Mirrors” in which they write all their thoughts and experiences with spell casting. (Some people write this into their Book Of Shadows instead) If you have trouble writing spells, try and think of them as a collection of symbols, work out the symbols for the thing you want, and then work out how to make them into a spell. for example:



Colours.... How can you use the colours for that spell - try candle colours, colours for robes or clothing you might wear, colour for a herbal/charm bag, colour of bath crystals. colour of the ink you use on the spell etc.



Numbers.......Are there any numbers for that type of spell - These can be used for the amount of candles you use, the times you chant something, the number of lines in your chant, the number of times you walk/dance around the circle, the amount of time you burn a candle down for, the number of different herbs you will use, the time of the day you do the spell at etc.



Herbs......What herbs are good for that type of spell - if you are going to use herbs you can sprinkle them around the circle, use them in a ritual bath, make a herbal/charm bag, make incense, make an oil for anointing candles, make an Ointment/salve/poultice from them, in some cases you can drink a herbal tea from them or add them to your wine, if you make your own spell candles you can add them to that etc.



Symbols..... Are there any symbols for your spell - Like Love hearts being symbolic of love. You could use these symbols on your altar, carve them into candles, add them to a charm bag (like 3 leaved clovers for luck), make the image (or item) into a talisman or amulet etc.



Actions……If you want to bring something to you (Love, luck etc.) move candles closer together, place something on a photo of you, join 2 things together, tie 2 things together etc. If you want to banish something (Negativity, excess weight etc.) Move candles further apart, throw something away, bury something (off your property), break something, burn something etc. If you want to stop something (Gossip, lies, negativity etc.) You can freeze paper with the words written on it, put it in a box on a high shelf etc. And so on.





-- that is just some of them... but hopefully it will give you some ideas.



As for the chant... that bit is harder unless you are poetic (which I am not)... so when I make up spells, I try and work out what it is I want to achieve.. and that's what I want to say. You can just say it, or you can come up with a rhyming way of saying it. Here are some parts from spells I have written:



You can have each second line rhyme..



"Athena, Aphrodite, Ishar, Isis!

Magickal Goddesses of love,

Please send to me a perfect partner

A gift from you above!"



You can have each line rhyme...



"We were bound, now we're free,

The choice is ours, so Mote it be!"



You can have the 1st rhyme and the 2nd rhyme etc....



"Element of Fire I ask of you,

Bring me balance through and through.

Stronger in you, I need to be,

Grant your power in to me!"



And any other combinations you can think of.

Spellcasting woes - Why aren’t my spells working?
17:24 Mar 25 2015
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Sometimes you'll do a spell and it won't work.



This isn't necessarily a sign that you didn't do it properly, they just sometimes don't work. Usually with Hindsight we realise why the spell didn't work. Usually this is because with hindsight we realise that what we wanted then wasn't the best thing for us, and that we wouldn't have been happy had we got it.



There are several reasons for spells not working, and I'll try and show you some of these.





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Wording

There is a saying that goes "Be careful what you wish for, you might just get it!" To most people, that is an encouragement, but to a Pagan, we realise that it is actually a warning. Be careful how you word your spells, and be careful what you ask for, because sometimes what we ask for, and what we really want are two separate things.



For example, if you need money for something, and you do a spell to "bring me money". That sounds like a reasonable request, doesn't it? How much money do you want?….. where do you want it to come from? You may find a dollar in the street….. money came to you….. perhaps not what you had in mind… but you got what you asked for! If you win the lotto, and receive money, that is great - and usually what people mean, however if your aunt died and left money to you in her will, you would still be receiving money, but to the sacrifice of something else. Be careful how you word your requests.



Another problem is when you ask for "love", "Happiness", "Lots of money", "wealth" or something like that. These have not been given a value. How much money do you want? What do you define as "lots"? What type of love do you want? …. Brotherly Love? love of a partner? .. a pet to love? What do You define as “happy”? what makes some people happy doesn't make others happy. I believe that the Goddess and God know what it is we want, but I think they chose not to grant it if we don't ask properly, just to teach you to ask properly next time! A lesson not to be lazy next time and ask for what you want.



So when you are asking for something, make sure you are as specific as you can be, even if that means writing down every aspect of the wish. That way, the Goddess and God (and yourself) know exactly what you desire, and you stand a better chance of getting it.



Time

Some spells have to "Grow" and therefore need time. (Rome wasn't built in a day….) Some spells may work quickly, others will take time to achieve. Don't be impatient. If you don't feel that any progress is happening, then retry the spell. If you still don't think anything is happening, then maybe look at the spell and work out if you are aiming for the right thing, and if the spell is worded correctly.



Intent - Putting the energy into it

A spell is basically a way to focus your intention, and to give it power to help it manifest in the physical world. When you do a spell you have to want the outcome with “every fibre of your being” and you have to focus on what you wish to achieve and send energy towards that goal to make it happen. While some spells might work if you don't put the energy and intent into them, if you want it to happen, put the energy into it. While doing the spell, visualise what you want to achieve… see yourself in the job, or see yourself getting a brand new car.



Spells for the wrong thing

Sometimes healing spells will not work because as much as you are wishing the person to get better, they themselves are wishing to remain ill. It sounds very strange, but some people actually like being sick (they get attention, want to punish themselves or for other reasons), or they may subconsciously holding onto something that is making them ill. In these cases it is best to do a spell to help them heal any inner problems they may have before you try to heal the physical problem, which may just be a symptom of inner/emotional sickness.



Try to look for the problem, and do the spell for that… sometimes the problem manifests a symptom, and if we do a spell for the symptom, it won't help (or maybe won't even work)… because the problem is still there.



Another example of this…. I was once asked to write a spell for a couple to strengthen their relationship. After talking with them, I found out that one of them had been hurt in love before and was very closed off.. not trusting the other person, not wanting to let herself love or be loved. The other person was loyal and loved his partner, but the one-sidedness of the relationship was making him unhappy.



What was needed was not a spell to strengthen the relationship…. The relationship not working was a symptom of the female partner not being fully healed from a previous relationship. She was trying to protect herself from being hurt again, which made it hard for the other partner to prove that he wouldn't hurt her. What they needed was a spell to help heal her emotional wounds and help her to open up to love and trust.



Not the right thing for you (at that point in time)

If you don't get your wish, even after asking properly, putting the energy in, doing the right kind of spell and waiting a while, maybe you aren't destined to have whatever it was you asked for. Although it might not make sense now, you'll most likely see later on that it wasn't right for you. Or not right at that time.



For example, I was asked for a spell for Love. To find a lover for a person. But through talking to them, they were (like the lady in the example above) still hurting from a previous relationship. So to bring them a partner before they had healed properly would create a situation like the one above. What she needed was to heal first, then if needed, do a spell to find a lover. She worked on healing the emotional scars, and a partner came to her….. all that was needed is for her to be ready for him when he came, so when she was ready, he came without having to do a spell to find him. By waiting until she was ready, the relationship won't have the same problems it would have if they had started

Spells... Explained
17:22 Mar 25 2015
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A spell is the name given to a magickal working. When some people hear the word “Spells” they think of bubbling cauldrons, reciting strange things from old dusty books or pointing a wand at a prince to turn him into a toad… but this is not what a spell is.



Think back to your birthday parties when you were young, did you have a birthday cake with many pretty coloured candles on top. Were you told to blow them out and make a wish? Did you realise that you just performed a spell!



A spell can be as simple as a prayer to the Deity, or as elaborate as a full ritual with many candles, incense special robes etc. The basic thing you need is your mind. All a spell is, is basically you asking the “higher power” (Some call it Spirit, some call it Goddess, some call it God etc.) for a change to occur. To get something you desire, to be rid of something …the principles are basically the same.

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You often see spell books that call for many weird and exotic ingredients (and some that use not-so weird or exotic things), these are all “props”, they help you to cast the spell, but are not strictly necessary. Herbs and crystals aid your power, as they contain earth magick within them, we can use this power to add to our own, but we don’t have to use them. Candles and incense help to represent the elements Fire and Air respectively. This again helps to add their power to yours, but are also not necessary. By charging candles and other items to use in spells, you are helping to keep your mind focused on what you want to achieve. You can perform spells with no tools or ingredients, and perform them in your mind’s eye (using just your imagination).



A simple spell is no less effective than a complex one, as long as the person performing it is focused. You can have all the candles in the world burning, but if you don’t focus on what they are burning for, they are almost useless.



Spells can also be done in the mind's eye, when performing them in real life is not possible. Like asking for protection on a train, visualising yourself surrounded by protective light. Imagine the whole ritual or spell, as if you were watching it on television. The tools you use, such as the candles and herbs, help to focus attention on the spell that is all, they are not necessary. The test of a good Witch is not how many tools they have, but how well they can do spells without their tools.



So how do you actually cast a spell? Some require you to simply light a candle, some might require you do say something while doing something else. You may have to make an amulet or something. It can be very different from spell to spell. Some people say that spells need to be done in a Magic Circle, some people say they don't. You can do whatever you feel is right.



The main thing that is needed however is for you to focus on what you want to achieve, and put energy into that.



A spell is basically a way to focus your intention, and to give it power to help it manifest in the physical world. When you do a spell you have to want the outcome with “every fibre of your being” and you have to focus on what you wish to achieve and send energy towards that goal to make it happen.



Hexes



A hex is a basically spell cast on a person to cause that person some form of discomfort. That may be as simple as a headache, a slight case of bad luck, or as severe as causing the person to have a major illness, and according to some people, death. I personally think that there are better ways to bring justice or even "make them pay" than just a hex. If you feel that a person has done something that deserves a hex, stop and think. Is it your place to punish them for what they have done, or will you leave that up to the Goddess and God. I believe that only the Goddess and God have the power to punish us adequately (they can see the "bigger picture" if you will), so there is little point in us hexing another. If you follow the Threefold Law, always remember that if you send out negative energy, you will receive negative energy in return. Many Witches believe in something called "the law of three" or the "Threefold law" which states that for every energy you put out into the universe, you will receive it back three times as strong. "Evermind the rule of three, what you send out, returns to thee." So if you send out positive energy, you will receive positive energy back, but if you send out negative energy, you will receive that back three times as strong. So remember that if you do wish to cast any sort of spell on someone, whatever you have sent them, will return back to you, but three times stronger. So if you send them bad luck, prepare yourself and buy a crash helmet, as that energy will come your way too.



A Wiccan shouldn't cast a spell on or for another person without their consent, even a positive spell like a healing spell (If you do a spell on someone without their permission - it can be changing their free will). It may not be possible to ask the person for their permission in person, but there are other ways to get their permission. Like asking their Spirit or Soul. When casting a spell I think it is best to state that if they are not willing to accept this energy, or they are not destined to receive it, then you will allow the energy to go to another who needs it. That way they don’t have to receive the energy, and they can block the spell. Another Wiccan 'rule' is that you should never perform a spell to change the will of another. Witches have long been known for their "hexes" but in reality, most Witches (even if they aren't Wiccan) will never perform a hex, as it is causing harm on another, and hard to do effectively. Even many witches who are not Wiccan believe that hexing is wrong.





Binding spells



There are spells called "binding spells" which are considered more acceptable than a hex. A binding spell is done to stop a person from causing further harm. If you have seen the movie "the craft" you will have seen an example of a binding spell. Where she took a photo and wrapped a ribbon around the photo, saying that you wish them to stop doing what they are doing (The movie uses the words “I bind you from doing harm, harm against yourself, and harm against other people” - or words to that effect). Binding spells are also done using what are called "Poppets" which are also known as "Voodoo Dolls". You do not stick pins into the doll, but you do declare that the doll represent the person, and that whatever you do to the doll, happens to the person. The binding spells you do with a poppet involve wrapping a ribbon around the part of the body that is causing the harm (The groin for a rapist, the mouth for a liar etc.) saying that you wish them to stop harming others. There are other forms of binding spells, including honey bindings (where you place a photo or the name of the person into a jar of honey, in the hope they will become sweeter), or a freezer binding, where you place a photo or their name on a piece of paper into the freezer, and ask for them to stop what they are doing.



Love spells



Love spells may also be considered acceptable, or not acceptable, depending on the way you cast them. A spell to make a specified person fall in love with you is wrong, because it is causing them to fall in love with you against their will. Not only is that wrong bad for them, but that person may not be the best for you in the long run. However a spell to bring Love into your life, I believe is acceptable. That is, if you do not target a specific person, and just ask for love in general, and leave yourself open to whoever that may be. I have seen various love spells where you state the name of the person whom you are attracted to, and you ask that if you are destined to be together, can the Goddess and God make it so, if not then may they send someone better suited to you. I think that these type of love spells can also be acceptable, as long as they are done in a manner that allows the person to remain free to choose their own path. Remember that you may not be destined to be together, or you may not be destined to be together just yet.



Another way of looking at love spells is that if the situation were reversed, and someone you didn't like tried to perform a love spell on you, to make you fall in love with them, would you like it? Always remember that if you wouldn't want it to happen to you, the other person probably wouldn't want it to happen to them. Remember that saying "Do unto others, as you would have them do unto you" that is a good example, treat other people like you wish to be treated yourself. You are probably thinking "why can't I just send the person I like 'love energy', and then it will return to me?" This would work in theory, but not necessarily in practice. Sometimes things don't work out the way you planned. Yes if you send out love to another, you will receive love back, however, if you send that love out with a harmful intent (As in sending it out in the hope they will return it to you) you are still trying to manipulate them, and trying to change their free will, and for that you may get negative energy in return, not love. Or you may find that you do receive love back, but from another that you do not wish to love you.



In my experience people who are looking for love, and do love spells, are usually low in self esteem and self confidence, or have been hurt in love, and have some reson why they are not yet ready to fully receive the love of another.... which might be one reason why they are not with a partner. Perhaps try looking at yourself and as well as doing your spell for love, try to boost your self esteem and self confidence too and work on healing any emotional scars you may have. This will make it easier for you to attract a partner and keep them. Think about why you want a lover/partner. If your answer is along the lines of "because I feel empty without one", then your Love spell may not work, as what you need to do before you can enjoy a partner, is to heal yourself and realise that you are complete within yourself and you do not need anyone to complete you. This was a lesson I had to learn the hard way!



Ever wonder why it seems that people who aren't looking for love seem to find it? Or in your own life its when you aren't looking that you actually find someone? I don't think it is merely coincidence. I believe that when you are no longer looking it is because you are at a stage where you are happy within yourself. Others find this more attractive that someone who is uncomfortable with themselves. That's just my opinion anyway.....



Remember that there is no such thing as the "perfect man/woman". There is the perfect partner for you, but they are not perfect. Nobody is perfect. Your perfect match will have flaws, just as you have flaws. So remember that. If you ask for the "Perfect man" for example... you can't get your wish. He doesn't exist. If you ask for the "Perfect man for me", then you might just get your wish.





Healing Spells



Healing spells are done when you know a specific person is ill, or has injured something, and you cast a spell to help them recover. There are two ways of casting a healing spell on someone who is ill, one gives them healing energy to heal themselves, where they can chose to either use that energy, or to decline it. The other way is to send them healing energy, and will them to become better. This last method is causing them to change, to heal, and therefore some would consider it morally wrong, as you have violated their free will. Although you may wish for that person to get well, they may not want that for themselves, and you cannot force them to become better if they do not wish it so. It sounds silly, but sometimes people will themselves to be sick. This can become confusing, as a healing spell to change the will of another is not usually considered to be as wrong as performing a hexing spell. Where do you draw the line between right and wrong. This is a question that has been discussed at length for a very long time. Yes, in a healing you are causing them to change, and although it may seem to be for the best, is it really? Was that person supposed to remain ill? That is why I always ask the permission of the person I am casting a spell and while I am casting it, I say something like





"I am sending this healing energy to .....(the person's name).....

If they are not to receive this energy,

may it be sent out into the universe

to be given to another who needs it most."





That way, if they do not wish to receive it, or they are not supposed to receive it, my energy will go to another who needs it. Another difference with the way I do healing spells is that I am not forcing them to become better, I am simply giving them the energy they need to help themselves.





Intent

The intention behind the spell is a huge part of Spellcasting. If your intention is to cause harm, then you will receive back negative energy in return. If however your intention was good, but it resulted in something that ended up being bad, then I believe that the negative energy you get in return will be lessened (if you get any at all). Your intent is also what helps the spell to grow. If you aren’t really sure what you want, you can’t expect to be able to get it. You must keep your intent strong.



As you can see there are many areas of Witchcraft that are hard to define as right or wrong. This is because of the many different beliefs that are contained under the heading of Paganism/Witchcraft. For example, I am a Pagan, and so is a good friend of mine. I am basically a Wiccan, she is not. We both believe in the Goddess and God, but we worship different ones. She worships Apollo and Artemis, I do not worship a specific deity. I have another Friend who is a Pagan, She believes in the presence of only the Goddess, and yet another friend who believes that a God exists, but does not worship him. I believe that there is a Goddess and a God. I believe that hexing spells are wrong, and my best friend thinks they are perfectly acceptable and justified. I think that some love spells are perfectly acceptable, when not targeting a specific person, whereas I have a friend who thinks that all love spells are wrong.



Are any of them right? Are any of them wrong? Something that is wrong to me, may be perfectly acceptable to you, and vice versa. Yet we all follow the same religion ? That is what attracts many people to Paganism, you are free to believe whatever you want to believe in (within reason). Although there are some commonly accepted beliefs in Witchcraft and other forms of Paganism. The best thing you can do is listen to your heart, and if you believe in it, follow that basic rule of "If it harm none, do what you will". Read books, learn whatever you can about the craft, and make your own set of beliefs based on that.



Before you cast a spell on someone, stop and think. Is it ethical? Are you prepared to accept the Karma? Did they do (whatever it was) out of malice, or are they just reacting to an inner conflict they have and therefore need your sympathy not wrath?



Focus & Specifics

There is a saying that goes "Be careful what you wish for, you might just get it!" To most people, that is an encouragement, but to a Pagan, we realise that it is actually a warning. Be careful how you word your spells, and be careful what you ask for, because sometimes what we ask for, and what we really want are two separate things. For example, if you need money for something, and you do a spell to "bring me money". That sounds like a reasonable request, doesn't it? It could be, but then again, it may not. If you win the lotto, and receive money, that is great, however if your aunt died and left money to you in her will, you would still be receiving money, but to the sacrifice of something else. Be careful how you word your requests. Try to think of any loopholes, and write the spell so that there aren’t any (or few)



Another problem people have is when they ask for "happiness" "love" or "wealth" etc. These have not been given a value. How happy do you want to be? What do you define as happy? how much money do you want? What is you definition of rich? what type of love do you want – self love? Love from another? Motherly love? There are too many different options. I think of it like this: If you ask the Goddess or God for a cake, they will be wondering, "what kind of cake, chocolate, sponge, iced?" so they can either decide not to give you a cake at all, or they may give you a cake which they have chosen. However they might have chosen a cake you did not like. Sometimes I think they chose the wrong cake, just to teach you to ask properly next time!



So when you are asking for something, make sure you are as specific as you can be, even if that means writing down every aspect of the wish. That way, the Goddess and God know exactly what type of cake you desire, and you stand a better chance of getting it. Notice I didn't say you would definitely get anything you asked for? Have you ever wanted a piece of cake just before dinner, and your mother said "No", because you’d have spoiled your dinner? The same applies for wishes, if you don't get your wish, even after asking properly, maybe you aren't destined to have whatever it was you asked for, or do whatever it was you wanted to do. Or maybe you have to wait for a little while, and then you will receive your request. Some spells have to "Grow" and therefore need time.



Am I ready to cast Spells?



Many people tell me that they feel they are not ready to cast spells. I think that spell casting is sort of like learning to drive. You need to study a little bit first, but the only way to learn to do it properly is to actually do it. Like the way you have to study first to get your learners permit, but then you learn to drive by actually driving in a car. Start off with simple spells first, perhaps ones that other people have written, and then, as you get more confident, and you can see that you are getting more powerful and your spells are working well, you can start writing your own spells, and performing them. Just as long as you are aware that Witchcraft isn’t a game, it is something serious and to be treated with respect. You also have to be prepared to fix problems that might result from badly worded or constructed spells. But the only way to know if a spell will work is to do it. If it flops (or nothing happens at all), work out why, and try to fix what you did wrong.



I have found that as a Witch matures and grown more confident and powerful, they actually do less spells. I believe this is because after a while, we realise that the Spellcasting side of Witchcraft is only a small part of a greater belief system, and that we can actually solve many of life’s problems with “mundane” solutions rather than resorting to Spells.



I think it is useful to keep a spell diary. Write in there the spells you do, how the ritual/spell went and then write any side effects or experiences to do with the spell. If it worked or not. What happened after the spell was cast. Things like this can help you work out where things go wrong, and if nothing else, may be funny to look back on in the future ?



When should or shouldn’t I cast a spell?



You should never cast a spell if you are preoccupied with something and can’t focus on anything else. You need to focus your energies 100% on the spell for it to work, and if you are 1% thinking about hanging the washing on the line, or taking the dog for a walk, you spell may not work. You should never cast a spell while you are angry or upset. If you do decide to hex someone, you must do it with a calm frame of mind. The general rule is to wait at least 1 day after you’ve decided to hex someone, as sometimes you will have decided it is not worth wasting the energy after you have calmed down and thought about it. It may sound funny, but hex spells should be done with a calm frame of mind if you want them to work effectively. If you can’t focus the energy enough to do a hex when you’re not angry, then you don’t need to hex someone. When you are angry you can be open to other negative energies, and you can make mistakes that can backfire on you. (And spells – even hexes – cast when the person was angry rarely work as effectively as other spells)



I also believe that spells should be used as a last resort, you should try to fix the situation yourself first, THEN try using magick if that doesn’t work. You can use Magick to help you as you try to solve the problem (Like a spell to aid concentration while studying for exams), but sometimes you should avoid using Magick instead of solving it yourself. Life puts problems in our path for a reason, and “zapping” it away by using Magick may be stopping you from learning the lesson. Sometimes you’ll find that you’ll get that lesson over and over again, until you solve it in a non-Magickal way.



My Spellcasting Guidelines

(You don’t have to follow these of course!)



I like to think about Spellcasting before I actually cast a spell. Usually if I think about it carefully, I find out that I don’t really need to cast the spell at all ? Or I think of a better way to word it, or something like that.





Magick should enhance life - not replace it.

Try the “Mundane approach first, if that fails, then try Magick, but perhaps there are valuable lessons to be learned that you will miss out on if you “zap” your problems away.

Perform Magickal workings only after you have thought of the possible side effects the spell could have.

Take time to clearly set out what you wish to occur so that you do not cause problems through hasty and incomplete wording.

If you follow the Wiccan Rede, remember that you should not perform any spells that will harm others or change their free will.

If you do not follow the Wiccan path, but believe in the 3 Fold Law, or Karma - consider any possible negative outcomes that may result from your spell.

Believe that it will work - If part of you is saying that the spell won’t work, is feeling guilty about casting it, or you are uncomfortable - you will counteract any positive energy sent out and the spell may not work. If you don’t think it will work, it won’t.



After you have cast the spell, let go. Don’t walk around thinking “Ohh.. should I have said something else” Write these thoughts into your spell diary, but try not to be consumed by the “What if….”, “I should have…..” etc. of your spells.

Ritual dress...
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What to wear during rituals?



Some people believe that you should always perform rituals "sky clad". This means naked. Some people also believe that you should not wear any jewellery at all, except for any ritual jewellery that had been consecrated.



Some people believe that the robes you wear should be made from all natural fibres, such as cotton.



Some believe that you can wear whatever you like, so long as you keep it sacred and only wear it for ritual work.



There are others again who do not believe that you need to wear anything special and that the jeans you were wearing before the ritual are fine to wear during it.



While the theatrical part of us might say to go for something made from heavy velvet with bell sleeves and golden trim and the whole shebang, think about what you'll be doing in the garment. Long flowing robes (particularly bloose sleeves) can knock things over and can catch on fire (I have seen it in ritual - it isn't fun)...

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Other than the fact that natural fabrics are more natural, a good reason for having natural fabrics to make your robes is that they do not melt as they burn - they also tend to be cooler in summer.



You may like to have different colour robes for the different types of rites you are doing, but if you cannot afford this then one will do. if you are able to make your own, you can include embroidery of symbols and even herbs sewn into the hems if you wanted to.



So some options for ritual dress are:



Special robes - (a "robe" is a garment like a dress, which you would wear either on it's own, or over the top of regular clothes). Either make or buy one. You can have several of different colour, or one multi-purpose one.



Normal clothes, Getting changed for the Ritual - you can wear your ordinary clothes in rituals, although it is nice if they are clean, you are meeting the Goddess and God after all :)



The clothes you were wearing during the day - You may choose not to dress up at all, just wearing whatever it is you happen to be wearing, and concentrate on the ritual not your clothes.



Normal clothes of a particular colour - You could try to wear clothing of a particular colour depending on the spell or ritual you are doing. For eg. All pink clothes for a love spell



Cape/Cloak - You could make/buy a cape that you can wear over normal clothes, or robes. Capes are handy when doing outside rituals, as they can be nice and warm, and can instantly put you in a Ritual frame of mind. Some capes are made with slits in the sides so that you can reach your arms out while still having the caps covering you at the front.



Sky-clad - This means ritual nakedness (Clad only in the sky). It is not done for any sleazy reasons, and you do not have to perform rituals sky-clad if you do not want to. Some people believe that it is easier to perform magick when you are naked, as you are not wearing any “masks” you are as you were the day you were born. Some even believe that you should not wear make-up or jewellery into a circle for this reason. Some people choose to go Sky-clad under their ritual robes or cape. But for some people this is too uncomfortable for them to be able to completely concentrate on what they are doing.





Here is a list of the meanings of the different colour robes.





Yellow - a colour for those involved with divination



Purple - for those who work with pure divine power (magicians) or who wish to deepen their spiritual awareness of the Goddess and God.



Blue - suited for healers and those who work with their psychic awareness or for attuning with the Goddess in Her oceanic aspect



Green - empowers herbalists and magical ecologists



Brown - for those who work with (or for) animals



White - symbolizes purification and pure spirituality - for meditation and cleansing rituals. Worn for Full Moon celebrations



Orange/Red - worn to Sabbats, for protection rites or when attuning with the God in His solar aspect



Black - protection hue - symbolizes the night, the universe and a lack of falsehood.

Colours...
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The symbolism of colour is used a lot in Witchcraft. Colours can be so vibrant and stir the emotions that adding coloured elements to a spell or ritual can help focus your intent on that goal. It is also said that different colours have different vibrations and this vibrational energy is what is used in spells and rituals.



Colours can be incorporated into spells and rituals by such things as candles, cords, the clothing you wear, the colour of the incense, the colour of the "mojo" bag/pouch or even the colour of the ink you use to write the spell.



While different shades of a colour may have their own meanings, you can also use the basic colour meaning (eg "navy blue" is the same as "blue"

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Black- returning to sender, divination, , protection, banishing negativity, evil, loss, discord, confusion, negativity, remove hexes, contact spirits, truth, reversing, uncrossing, releasing.



Blue/black- wounded pride, broken bones, angelic protection.



Purple- calling up the powers of the ancient ones, sigils/runes, government, spirituality, Tension, ambition, business progress, power, healing, power, spiritual development, intuition, spiritual communication, protection, legal matters, progress, breaking bad luck, negativity, banishing evil, stop gossip & lies, material wealth, astral travel.



Lavender- to invoke righteous spirit within yourself, favours for people, spiritual development, psychic growth, divination, sensitivity to the other world, blessings.



Dark Green - regeneration, agriculture, financial.



Mint Green - financial gains. (Used with Gold or Silver)



Green - healing or health, money, finance, fertility, luck, growth, employment, nature, harmony, equilibrium, emotion, intuition, instinct, fortune, balance, prosperity, courage, agriculture, changing direction or attitudes, attraction, children, faery magick, understanding.



Avocado green - beginnings.



Light green - improve weather.



indigo blue - protection on the astral levels, defences.



Dark blue - create confusion, ( must be used with white or you will confuse yourself), Impulsiveness, depression, changeability, change, psychism, water, truth, dreams, Goddess, protection, change, meditation, impulse.



Blue– protection, love, sincerity, loyalty, wisdom, justice, organisation, healing, meditation, tranquillity, equilibrium, peace, patience, communication, honour, health, friendships, dreams, sleep, inspiration, harmony.



Royal blue - power, protection.



Pale/light blue - protection of home, buildings, young males, peace, wisdom, integrity, Tranquillity, understanding, patience, health, happiness, psychic awareness, intuition, opportunity, understanding, quests, journeys, depression.



Ruby red - love or anger of a passionate nature.



Red- love, romantic atmosphere, energy, passion, creativity, Strength, health, Vigour, sexual love, protection, courage, enthusiasm, fire, power, sexuality, will, stimulation, lust, destroying, change, transformation, loyalty.



Light red - deep affection of a non sexual nature.



Deep pink - harmony, friendship in the home.



Pink- harmony, friendship with people, binding magic, honour, love, morality, beauty, partnerships of all kinds, romance, attraction, inner harmony, calming, relaxing.



Pale pink - friendship, young females.



Greenish yellow - Sickness, cowardice, anger, jealousy, discord.



Yellow– healing, intellect, attraction, persuasion, charm, confidence, study, divination, activity, creativity, sun, clairvoyance, learning, the mind, mental alertness, prosperity, change, harmony, knowledge, understanding, movement, astral projection, telepathy, contact spirits, protection, Wishes, concentration.



Amber– Develop Witchery skills.



Deep gold - prosperity, sun magic.



Gold- healing, intellect, attraction, persuasion, charm, confidence, study, divination, activity, creativity, prosperity, power, physical strength, Success, achievement, Mental growth, Skill, Intuition, fortune, understanding, knowledge, emotions, harmony, hopes, fortune, money, healing.



Pale gold - prosperity in health.



Burnt orange - opportunity.



Orange- material gain, attraction, work, career, encouragement, adaptability, healing, stimulation, attraction, energy, intellect, leadership, communication, travel, strength, authority, luck, vitality, dominance, control emotions, creativity, memory, career, legal matters, balance, neutrality, organisation, writing, business transactions, information, cooperation, quick change.



Dark brown - invoking Earth for benefits.



Brown- peace in the home, herb magic, friendship, hesitation, uncertainty, neutrality, healing animals, concentration, absorption of knowledge, intuitive communication, earth, house, physical objects, endurance, steadiness, uncertainties, centring, grounding, material gain, building, study, concentration, finding spells.



Pale brown - material benefit in the home.



Silver- quick money, gambling, invocation of the moon, moon magic, psychism, cancellation, neutrality, stalemate, meditation, Success, balance, negativity, clairvoyance, divination, astral travel, energy, inspiration, protection.



Off white - peace of mind.



Lily white - mother candle. (burned for 30 mins at each moon phase)



White- righteousness, purity, devotional magic, truth, sincerity, protection, peace, purification, innocence, children, justice, doubts, fears, meditation, divination, spirituality, increase psychic powers, healing.



Gray– glamouries, cancellation, hesitation, neutrality, balance, attuning with the spirit realm, peace, patience, veiling and invisibility, vision quests, theft, decision making.



White contains all the colours in the spectrum, so if you cannot find a candle of the right colour,

you can always substitute white for any colour.

The Sabbats...
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Sabbats are the name given to the 8 seasonal celebrations in the Pagan year. Where other religions have a day as their holy day, a pagan would consider these times of year to be holy. They mark the Equinoxes and Solstices, as well as other festivals, such as the First, second and third harvests and the Celtic New Year. Most Sabbats have 2 names, One being the Celtic name, and the other being the common name, for example Samhain is also known as Halloween or All Hallow’s Eve. Yule is also known as the Winter Solstice.



The Sabbats started out as a way for the Ancient Pagans to celebrate the changes in Mother Earth, and to acknowledge the seasons. It may not seem relevant to modern Pagans to pray over a loaf of bread, and ask that your family be well fed over the winter months, as these days we do not have those same concerns. But our Pagan Ancestors did, and the celebrations we do today reflect the concerns of those times, as well as celebrating the seasons and the changing wheel of the Year/Life.



Some Sabbats coincide with other religious festivals, such as Christmas and Easter. Part of this reason is said to be because as Christians were seeking to convert Pagans to Christianity, they added their own celebrations at the same time of year, borrowing some customs. Presumably this would have been done to ease the transition into Christianity or simply to try and entice the Pagans into Christianity. With the story of the birth of Christ, many people (including Christians) are saying that this did not take place in December. The Pagan symbolism of the birth of the Sun God is certainly a similar concept, so it is not surprising that we celebrate Yule at Christmas time (Well, in the Northern Hemisphere anyway).



Southern and Northern Hemispheres

As Paganism was first practiced in the Northern Hemisphere, the Sabbat dates relate to seasonal changes on their calender, which occur at different times to the Southern Hemisphere. Winter is in December in the Northern Hemisphere, but it is in June in the Southern Hemisphere. A Southern Hemisphere Pagan will have to decide whether to change the Sabbat dates to relate to Southern Hemisphere dates, or to keep them in the “Traditional” dates. Celebrating the seasons when it is actually that season where you are, is the best way to go in my opinion, but there are pagans who follow the Northern Hemisphere dates and find that works for them. Of course it may be a little odd celebrating Yule (Winter Solstice) in December when it's summer, yet Trick or Treating in April will bring you some odd looks indeed! So many Southern hemisphere Pagans choose to distinguish things like Halloween and "Christmas" as the modern commercialised celebration, and Beltane and Litha as the seasonal (Sabbat) celebration. So for example they might have a Halloween party on Oct 31 as well as celebrate Beltane as a Sabbat.





The Wheel of the Year

The Wheel of the year refers to the way in which the seasons occur in a cyclic fashion. Summer rolls into Autumn, Autumn into Winter and so on.



If you look at the seasons on a wheel, In the Southern Hemisphere, summer/January falls at the top of the top of the wheel, and winter at the bottom. If you reverse the wheel, so that Winter is at the top, then you would have the Northern Hemisphere wheel.



When you place the Sabbats into the Wheel at their corresponding month/season, you get the wheel of the year. The Solstices and Equinoxes fill in the North, South, East and West points, with the remaining Sabbats in the spokes between them.







Northern Hemisphere Wheel



Southern Hemisphere Wheel

(wheel Pictures courtesy of Bren)



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The Sabbat Dates

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The Sabbats occur on the following dates (This is a rough guide, the actual solstice and Equinox dates may change from year to year) For a truly accurate date, consult a calendar which marks the solstices and Equinoxes.





The Sabbats dates for the Northern hemisphere:



The Sabbats dates for the Southern hemisphere:

Yule- Winter Solstice (December 21) Yule - Winter Solstice (June 21 )

Imbolc - Candlemas (February 2) Imbolc- Candlemas (August 1)

Ostara- Eostar/Spring Equinox (March 21) Ostara- Eostar/Spring Equinox (September 21)

Beltane- May Day (April 30) Beltane- May Day (October 31)

Midsummer- Litha/Summer Solstice (June 21) Midsummer- Litha/Summer Solstice (Dec 21)

Lughnasadh- Lammas (August 1) Lughnasadh- Lammas (February 2)

Mabon- Autumn Equinox (September 21) Mabon- Autumn Equinox (March 21)

Samhain- Halloween (October 31) Samhain- Halloween (April 30)



Ok, so how do you pronounce those?



Yule = yool

Litha = Li-th-a

Lammas = Laa-muss

Mabon = May-bon

Imbolc = im-bulk im-bowl-c or im-bowl-g Ostara = o-star-a

Eostar = E-o-star

Beltane = Bell-tane

Lughnasadh = Loo-na-sa or lug-na-sa

Samhain = sam-hane or sow-een



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Information On The Sabbats

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The following is some information about the Sabbats and some correspondences.

The "Pagan belief" tells of the mythology for the Wheel of the Year and the Deity in some traditions.



Samhain

Samhain celebrates the eve of the Celtic New Year. It is also known as the “Festival of the Dead”, because Samhain is a time to honour the Spirit world. This is a time to reflect the cycle of Life and Death. Samhain is the festival of the final harvest and marks the beginning of Winter (by traditional reckoning). It was believed that any foods left uncut in the fields after Samhain would be taken by the Phookas (nasty hob-goblins) . Samhain is Gaelic and means "Summer's End". In ancient times the day began at sunset, which is why many Pagan festivals start on the last day of a month - as they would begin the celebration at sunset. As the darkness symbolised a beginning rather than an ending, the darkness in Pagan festivals and traditions is usually thought to be a beginning also. At Samhain the veil between the spirit realm and the realm of man is at its weakest, and it is a good time for all sorts of magic, divination, and inner workings. It is customary to leave a plate of food outside your house for the souls of the dead as they journey to the underworld, or to bury an apple as a symbolic gesture to feed the souls who are travelling to the underworld. It is also customary to light a candle/lantern and place it in a window to help guide the Souls of the dead in their journey. Some typical Samhain activities are bobbing for apples, scrying, making masks, visiting graves and making Jack-o-lanterns. Bobbing for apples is actually a prosperity/fertility custom. If you catch one it was believed that a soul of your soul would enter the apple, and you could either eat it for prosperity, or bury it to give continued bounty to the fields over the winter. Mask making was possibly done to frighten off evil spirits, or as a form of sympathetic magick to aid the travelling souls. Jack-o-Lanterns were first made in Ireland, where they were used while travelling to frighten off evil spirits that followed the deceased loved ones, blocking their entry into the land of the dead. It is a time for remembering those who have passed over. Some Pagans consider Samhain to be the most sacred of all Sabbats.





Plants for Samhain

Chrysanthemum, Wormwood, Apples, Pears, Hazel, Thistle, Pomegranates, All grains, Harvested fruits and Nuts, Pumpkin, Corn, Marigold.



Foods for Samhain: Beets, Turnip, Apples, Squash, Corn, Nuts, Cider, Gingerbread, Mulled wine, Pumpkin dishes, Meat dishes, Pomegranates.



Stones: Ruby.



Colours: Red, black, orange.



Planet: Mars.



Zodiac: Scorpio.



Pagan Beliefs: Time to say Farewell to the God. God is now Lord of the Underworld, the Goddess is a crone



Samhain Goddesses: Bast, Cerridwen, Eris, Bast, Cailleach, Cassandra, Fortuna, Frigga, Innana, Kali, Macha, Mari, Psyche, Hecate, Ishtar, Lilith, The Morrigan, Rhiannon.



Samhain Gods: Hades, Horned God, Loki, Pluto, Woden, Kronos, Odin, Sekhet.



Yule

Yule is celebrated at the winter solstice (Or the midpoint of winter). It is the shortest day of the year, and the longest night. Yule comes from the Germanic "Iul" meaning "Wheel." Yule celebrates Winter, and the rebirth of the Sun God. As Yule is the shortest day of the Year it marks the Suns low point, as after this the Sun will begin to grow stronger again. It is customary to have a Yule log – this is a log (Traditionally Oak or Pine) that you burn during this time, and keep it through the year for protection, and add it to the fire of the following year’s Yule log. If you do not wish to have a fire, you can use a log with holes drilled into it as a candle holder which will represent the Yule fire. It is also customary to light many lights and candles as sympathetic magick to bring the Sun back, persuading him to emerge from the womb of the Earth mother.. Holly is traditionally worn by men, and Ivy by women at this time. The Yule tree (Also known as the Christmas tree) was a wishing tree, the wishes for the new year hang in the arms of the universe. You can make a Pagan Yule tree by making decorations from Rose Buds, Cinnamon Sticks, Pop Corn, Bags of Herbs, Crystals suspended from wire, Apples, Oranges, Lemons etc. After you have made the tree, dance around it Deosil, singing and making wishes. A time for Rebirth, reflection, new ideas, dreams, hopes and giving.





Plants for Yule: Holly, Mistletoe, Ivy, Evergreens, Pine, Cedar, Bay, Juniper, Rosemary, Pine, Apples, Oranges, Nutmeg, Lemon, Cinnamon, Frankincense.



Foods of Yule: All "Christmas" foods (eg. Turkey, Roasts, Potatoes etc.), hearty Winter foods (Stew etc.), Nuts, Apples, Pears, Caraway, Pork, Hibiscus or Ginger tea.



Stones: Onyx, Obsidian, Jet.



Colours: Red, Green, Orange, White.



Element: Earth.



Planet: Saturn



Zodiac: Capricorn.



Pagan belief: The Goddess gives birth to the God. Some traditions have a Holly King and an Oak King as the God, and they fight at Yule with the Oak King winning, and ruling until Litha.



Yule Goddesses: Fortuna, Gaia, Heket, Lilith, Frey, Ma’at, Pandora, Shekinah, Tiamat.



Yule Gods: Apollo, Balder, Cronos, Helios, Janus, Lugh, Oak King, Holly King, Ra, Sol, Attis, mithras, Odin, Saturn.





Imbolc

Imbolc means "In the Belly", it is the time of the first evidence of the return of life. The holy day of the Goddess Brigid or Bride. Imbolc is the first day of Pagan’s Spring. It represents the renewed life of the Earth after winter and the growing strength of the Sun. It is traditional to light many candles or turn on all the lights in your house at sunset for this Festival. This is said to help bring back the Sun, and honour the return of the Sun. Imbolc is also called Candlemas for this reason. Imbolc is a time when the ewes began lactating – symbolising the end of winter, so all dairy foods are used at Imbolc. Some Pagans also celebrate the Goddess recovering from the birth of the God in Yule. The Bride doll is often used at Imbolc to symbolise the Goddess Brigid, and as a symbol of fertility. A doll (usually made of corn husks or wheat sheaths) is placed in a bed (waiting for her lover) on the Altar, or, some traditions place the doll in their own bed, and tell it stories of childbirth/child rearing. The American custom of Ground Hog day is (apparently) derived from a Pagan festival. A Ground Hog is released at dawn on Imbolc. If the Ground Hog doesn't see its' shadow it is believed that winter will end shortly. If the Ground Hog does see its' shadow it is believed that winter will last longer. It is also traditional to make a wreath to wear on your head with candles in it (Be careful if you do this though, as candle wax can drip on you and on the carpet etc.). You can carry it if you do not wish to wear it. Items you might like to put on an Altar are: Melted snow (representing a quick end to winter), snowflake symbols, Wishing well symbol, crossroad symbol. Imbolc is a time for blessings, healing, purification, rebirth transformation, initiation.





Plants for Imbolc: Snowdrop, Rowan, Apples, Potatoes, Corn, Lavender, the first flowers of the year



Foods for Imbolc: Dairy foods, Spicy foods, White foods, Full-bodied foods, Curries, Peppers, Onion, Garlic, Raisins, Cinnamon



Stones: Turquoise



Colours: White, lavender, Silver.



Element: Water.



Planet: Uranus.



Zodiac: Aquarius.



Pagan belief: The Goddess is resting after the birth of her child. The God is a small child.



Imbolc Goddesses: Anu, Arachne, Arianrhod, Athena, Branwen, Bridgit, Diana, Innana, Selene, Vesta, Aradia, Brigid, Februa.



Imbolc Gods: Cupid, Eros, Pax, Februus.



Ostara

Ostara is celebrated at the Spring Equinox, when day and night are equal. Ostara is sometimes called "Eostar" (Named after the Goddess Eostre) from which we get "Easter" (Although not if you are changing the seasons for the Southern Hemisphere, as Ostara would then be celebrated in September, not in March). Ostara celebrates renewed life in many forms; eggs, a symbol of rebirth, are painted in bright colours and used in sacred rites before being eaten. Baby animals, especially chickens, ducks, and rabbits, are symbolic of the season. It celebrates the returning fertility after the dormant winter months. It is customary to take walks through parks, make daisy chains and celebrate nature. Place a small pot plant on the Altar and decorate yourself with fresh flowers during Ostara rituals. An Old Teutonic custom has people wearing new clothes that they have made to Ostara festivals. A good time to plant new crops. Ostara is a time to start anew. One traditional spell to do a week before Ostara is to write down of all injustices you have done to family and friends. Spend the week trying to set them right and restore balance. Pay back debts, apologise etc. When you have done them, burn the paper and symbolically “wipe the slate clean”. Keep an acorn from the previous Mabon and plant it at Ostara. This represents that which you wish to see grow with the turning of the Wheel of the Year. A time of new beginnings.





Plants for Ostara: Daffodil, Woodruff, Violet, Gorse, Olive, Peony, Iris, Narcissus, All spring flowers.



Foods for Ostara: Easter Eggs to symbolise creation and fertility, Seeds, Pine Nuts, Sprouts, Leafy Vegetables, Flowers (the edible ones), Honey, Eggs.



Stones: Ruby.



Colours: Light Green, Lemon yellow, Pale pink.



Element: Fire.



Planet: Mars.



Zodiac: Aries.



Symbols: Easter Eggs, Eggs, Rabbits, Lambs, Flowers, Things that are new or represent new beginnings or fertility



Pagan belief: The Goddess blankets the earth in fertility, the God and Goddess are both youthful.



Ostara Goddesses: Aphrodite, Athena, Cybele, Eostre, Gaia, Hera, Juno, Melusine, Vesta, Astarte, Ishtar, Isis, Persephone, Venus.



Ostara Gods: Adonis, Cernunnos, Dagda, Horned God, Odin, Osiris, Pan.









Beltane

Beltane is the beginning of Pagan’s Summer. Beltane is the opposite of Samhain and is known as the Festival of Life. Beltane (which is also spelled Beltaine or Bealteinne) comes from the Gaelic word "La Bealteinne" (pronounced "Law BALL-tuh-nuh), and refers to the sacred Balefires which were lit in ancient times for the God Bel, or Belenos. Beltane celebrates the union of Goddess and God which creates a child who is then born at Yule. Traditional festivities include weaving and plaiting, as these symbolise union. The May Pole is a Beltane tradition, with the ribbons representing Goddess (white) and God (red). Women hold the red, men hold the white. The red ribbons go clockwise and the white ribbons go anti-clockwise. (Please note: I am not sure if this is reversed in the Southern hemisphere) Morris dancing is also a traditional Beltane activity, using the Goddess and God colours, and the bells are to drive away evil. At Beltane, menstruating women would ride broomsticks (hobby horse forbidden) across fields to bring fertility to the crops. Beltane is a time of fertility, so if you are wanting children, now is a good time to try to conceive. But remember that fertility doesn’t just include physical fertility (making babies), fertility can be emotional fertility (Bringing to birth what we wish for). It is believed that if you wash your face in the morning dew of Beltane morning it will increase beauty.





Plants for Beltane: Hawthorne, honeysuckle, St Johns wort, Woodruff, All flowers.



Foods for Beltane: Dairy foods, Marigold custard, Vanilla, Ice cream, Oatmeal cakes.



Stones: Emerald, Jade.



Colours: Bright blue, lavender, Warm pink, Lemon yellow, White, Red.



Element: Earth.



Planet: Venus.



Zodiac: Taurus.



Pagan belief: The God grows into manhood, the Goddess & God unite.



Beltane Goddesses: Aphrodite, Artemis, Diana, Rhea, Cybele, Erzulie, Freya, Rhiannon, Shiela-na-gig, Venus.



Beltane Gods: Bel, Cernunnos, Cupid, Frey, Orion, Puck, Faunus, Herne, Odin, Pan.









Litha

Litha, or Midsummer, is celebrated at the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the Year, and the shortest night. Litha celebrates the very height of the powers of the Sun and of Life. But it also acknowledges that after this date the Sun will begin to weaken and the days to grow shorter. Litha is a time of purification. An Example of a purification Litha spell is to take a small herbal bag filled with Litha herbs/flowers, put all your problems, worries etc. into the bag, and drop it into the Litha fire to burn all those worries away. Litha is also a time to pay attention to your dreams, as these could contain messages for the future. This Sabbat is a good time to perform any Magickal workings, and jumping over a Litha balefire will increase the Magickal energy and give purification Herbs and plants for ritual use can be harvested at Litha to make use of the high level of Magick power at this time. Litha is also a time to make protection amulets, and bless people or animals.





Plants for Litha: Mugwort, Vervain, Chamomile, Rose, lily, Oak, Lavender, Ivy, Yarrow, Fern, Elder, Wild thyme, Daisy, Carnation, St John’s Wort.



Stones: Moonstone, Quartz, Pearl.



Colours: Green, Orange, Yellow, Gold.



Element: Water.



Planet: Moon.



Zodiac: Cancer.



Pagan Beliefs: The Goddess is mature. The God prepares for his death. Some traditions have the Holly King and the Oak King fighting again, but this time the Holly King wins, and rules until Yule.



Litha Goddesses: Athena, Bona Dea, Freya, Hathor, Isis, Juno, Nuit, Artemis, Dana, Eos, Kali, Sekhmet, Vesta.



Litha Gods: Apollo, Baal, Dagda, Balder, Helios, lugh, Oak king, Holly King, Prometheus, Ra, Thor, Sol, Zeus.





Lughnassadh

The name "Lughnassadh" comes from the Gaelic word "La Lughnassadh," pronounced "Law LOO-nuh-suh," and means "Marriage of Lugh." Lugh is the Celtic God of the Sun, vegetation and the cultivated fields. The "marriage" of Lugh refers to the Harvest. Lughnassadh is the first harvest. It is traditional to plant the seeds from any fruit you eat at this time. Some say Lughnassadh is the Pagan form of Thanksgiving, others say it is Mabon. Where celebrations honouring the fertility and bounty of the Earth are performed. Baking bread and planting seeds is a simple way to celebrate Lughnassadh. You can make corn dollies and hang them in your home, or place them on the Altar. “Corn” in America is apparently another name for wheat, so when they talk about Corn Dollies would appear to mean dolls made from wheat. Lughnassadh is a time for justice, rights, wisdom, feasting and transformation.





Plants for Lughnassadh: All grains, grapes, heather, blackberries, crab apples, pears, sloe, Wheat, Corn, Barley,



Foods for Lughnassadh: Bread, blackberries, berries, acorns, grains, cake, cider, Wheat, Corn, Barley, Fruits, Bread.



Stones: Topaz.



Colours: Golden yellow, Red.



Element: Fire.



Planet: Sun



Zodiac: Leo.



Pagan Beliefs: The God dies, the Goddess is with Child.



Lammas Goddesses: Ceres, Demeter, Frey, Ishtar, Persephone.



Lammas Gods: Bes, Bran, Lugh, Odin.



Mabon

Mabon is celebrated at the Autumn Equinox, when day and night are again equal. Mabon is the second (middle) harvest and marks the mid point of Autumn. You might like to have a basket of autumn leaves on the Altar to remind you of the things which were once green and growing, dying off to make way for the new shoots. Some say Mabon is the Pagan thanksgiving, others say it is Lughnassadh. The equinoxes represent balance, as the day and night are equal, so therefore the Goddess and God are at equal strength, which creates a balance in the Yin and Yang energies. It was traditional to start making patchwork quilts at Mabon, in preparation for the coming winter months. You could make a patchwork pillowcase, cushion cover or tablecloth if you do not wish to make a quilt. Mabon is a time for completion, abundance, giving thanks and feasting. Take a walk in the wild places, forests etc. Gather seedpods and dried plants.



Plants for Mabon: Hazel, corn, Aspen, Acorns, Oak sprigs, Autumn leaves, Wheat stalks, Cypress cones, Pine cones.



Foods for Mabon: Grains, fruit, vegetables, corn, corn bread, beans, cider, harvest foods.



Stones: Emerald, Jade.



Colours: Red, Orange, Yellow, Brown.



Element: Air.



Planet: Venus.



Zodiac: Libra.



Pagan beliefs: The Goddess is the mother of Earth, God is a shadowy presence



Mabon Goddesses: Morgan, Epona, Lilitu, The Muses, Sophia.



Mabon Gods: Dionysus, Bacchus, Hermes, Horned God, Mabon, Thoth.

Candle magick...
17:13 Mar 25 2015
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Most magick that people do is actually candle magick, that is magick using candles. The simplest form of candle magick is lighting a candle, and while watching the flame, ask the Goddess to grant your wish and visualise it coming true. A more complex example would have several candles set about in a specific pattern, and requiring a different verse to be chanted while lighting each one, the candles being burned down for a certain amount of time and then extinguished, and the spell repeated again the next day. Both will work equally as well, as long as your main intent was there. The second spell would not work if the person casting it forgot to visualise their intent, no matter how "cool" the spell looked.



Candles work in Magick mostly because they help focus your intent, however they also symbolise the element Fire, and have the energies of Fire for that reason. They can be annointed with herbal oils or Essential Oils, and you can even sprinkle herbs or gums into the part of the wax that melts around the wick of the candle, and burn incense from it as well.



Usually on the Altar you will have a candle to represent the Goddess, one for the God and one "Altar Candle" from which other candles (and incense) can be lit. The 4 Elements usually have a candle to represent them too.

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Some people believe that you must use a new candle for each spell, and that you cannot re-use candles. Others believe that if you cleanse them after you have used them, you can re-consecrate them and use them again. Some people believe that you can re-use candles only if you actually break them up, remelt them, make new candles, cleanse them and re-consecrate the new candle. Whatever you believe will be fine. Some people believe that you should always burn a candle down completely in a spell, if you do believe this, then you might want to use birthday candles, tealights or special spell candles as these will burn quicker. Leaving your candles in a sink of warm water for a few minutes before you burn them will soften the wax and make them burn quicker (And if you place them in the freezer first, they burn slower). Other people (me included) believe that you can snuff the candle, and either use it again the next day if the spell works over several days, or bury/remelt/throw away the candle. I believe it is wrong to bury candles, as the wax does not breakdown in the ground, however many people believe that if you bury the candle, you are sending your wish back into the ground to the Mother Nature. You could bury them for a certain amount of time, and then dig them back up to re-use, melt down, or throw away if you wish to do so.



Some people believe that it is wrong to blow out a candle (as they believe it is disrespectful to Fire or that you are blowing the energy away), they say you should snuff it with a snuffer, or use the tip of your Athame or pinch it out with your fingers to quench it. I personally believe that using your breath (Element Air) is the most natural and practical way to extinguish a candle, and to not use it, would be disrespectful to Air! I also think of snuffing candles out as snuffing your magick out, and blowing them out as blowing your wish to the Air Element to take it to the Goddess and God to grant it. Plus…everyone likes blowing out candles, and that can bring magick of its own to your spell! Again (as with most things about the Craft) you are free to make your own decisions. I have tried to give you lots of different options and not just tell you the way I do things, so that you can make your choice on what you will believe.



When using candle magick, you can buy candles to use (tapers, pillar candles or whatever kind of candle you wish), or you can make your own candles. You can use beeswax sheets to roll your own candles (and if you do this, you may like to include herbs or a piece of paper with the desired effect, as you roll up the wax), or you can mould your own candles (using either bought moulds, or a milk carton), or you could make dipped candles.



If you are making candles specifically for a particular spell, you might want to add herbs and oils (or even small crystals) to the wax for the spell you are doing, such as rose for love, lavender for healing. Some people say that only natural beeswax candles should be used, however these can become expensive and coloured taper type candles made from natural beeswax are extremely hard (if not impossible) to find. You can use plain white candles for any spell though. If you are making dipped candles, you can make them totally from scratch, or you could get a taper candle, and dip that. To add the herbs to a dipped candle, dip the candle, then quickly toss it in a bowl of herbs, so that they stick to the warm wax. (You may need to help them by pressing them into the wax), then you can dip the candle again.



When using candles for spells, they can be anointed with oil. This can be oil that you have made, an Essential oil, or fragrant oil. Of course, the more natural the oil the more magickal its properties. You can make your own herbal anointing oils in a few ways, the easiest one being to take the herb/s for the particular spell you are doing, and let them sit in a bowl of oil (Vegetable oil, not mineral oil) in the sunlight for a day. Take the herbs out, and you can repeat the process if you like. You now have a herbal infused oil. When anointing the candle, you should start from the middle of the candle and rub the oil from the middle of the candle up, and the middle of the candle down. Use a candle symbolic of your wish, or a plain white one.

The Moon...
17:12 Mar 25 2015
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The moon is a powerful tool to use in Witchcraft.



Each phase of the moon has its own power, and if we perform spells or rituals to coincide with the phase of the moon, our magick will be stronger. Also, for many Witches, the Moon is a representation of the Goddess.



An Esbat is a Pagan celebration that is held at any time other than a Sabbat. Esbats are commonly held on the Full Moon, however some Pagans hold rituals to honour all phases of the Moon. You can chose to celebrate the Full moons only, the Dark moon only, the Full Moons and Dark Moons, or the Full, Dark and the Quarter Moons. There are no rules about which phases you celebrate, you may chose not to celebrate any of the moon phases and only use their powers to aid your spells.

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The moon phases are as follows (for the Southern Hemisphere):



The top line shows the moon moving from Full to the First Quarter through to the Dark moon. The next line shows the Dark Moon travelling to the Last quarter and back to the Full moon. In the Northern Hemisphere the phases occur at the same time, but they see a mirrored image of the Moon. So their First Quarter looks like our Last Quarter etc.





In most Pagan traditions the moon symbolises the Goddess, while the Sun symbolises the God. The Goddess rules over night time and the God over day time. The moon phases reflect the changing aspects of the Goddess. The New moon represents the Maiden, the Full moon represents the Mother, the Dark moon represents the Crone. Some people use a 5 phase cycle. With the 5 phases they would then go like this: The New Moon represents the Maiden, the Waxing phase/First Quarter represents the Enchantress, the Full Moon represents the Mother, the Waning phase/Last Quarter represents the Grandmother, the Dark Moon represents the Crone. Some people use other Goddess phases for the Moon phases, but these are the most common two.





Moon Goddesses

Aega (Greek), Anna Perenna (Roman), Andromeda (Greek), Anu (Irish), Aponibolinayen (Philippino), Aradia (Roman), Arianrhod (Welsh), Artemis (Greek), Athtor (Egyptian), Belili (Middle Eastern), Callisto (Greek), Cerridwen (Celtic), Coalicue (Aztec), Delia (Greek), Diana (Greek), Eithne (Irish), Epona (Gaulish-Celtic), Freya (Norse), Hecate (Greek), Ida (Aryan), Inanna (Sumerian), Ishtar (Babylonian), Isis (Egyptian), Kuan Yin (Chinese), Lucina (Roman), Luna (Roman), Mari (Basque), The Morrigan (Celtic), Nina (Sumerian), Rhiannon (Welsh, Cornish), Sefkhet (Egyptian), Selene (Greek), Titania (Roman)





If you wish, you could also think of a Triple aspect of a God to balance the Full Moon worship. New Moon represents the Young hunter, the Full Moon represents the Father, the Dark Moon represents the wise Sage/Grandfather. When performing a Moon ritual it is not necessary to invoke the God if you do not wish to, but you can invoke a Moon God if you like.





Moon Gods

Nanna (Sumerian), Deert (Aboriginal), Khons (Egyptian), Thoth (Egyptian), Chons (Egyptian), Alignak (Inuit), Chandra (Aryan), Eterah (Semitic), Fati (Polynesian), God D (Myan), Gou (Benin), Hermes (Greek), Jacy (Native South American), Samas (Semitic), Ilmaquh (Middle East), Mani (Nordic), Itzamna (Mayan), Menu (Lithuanian), Pandion (Greek), Sin (Assyrian), Soma (Aryan), Taukiyomi (Japanese), Tsuki Yomi (Japanese), Varuna (Hindu)









The Full moon:

The power of the Full moon lasts from 3 days before the Full moon, the day of the full moon, and the 3 days after the full moon. The power is strongest at the point the full Moon, which can happen during the day. All works of Magick are best performed on a Full Moon. As it is the most powerful Moon phase.



Goddess Aspect: Mother

Associated Goddesses: Full Moon or Mother Goddesses, such as: Danu, Cerridwen,

Gaia, Aphrodite, Isis, Artemis, Anna Perenna, Ariel, Venus, Inanna, Luna, Selene.

Powers: All works of magick can be performed on a Full Moon.



A full moon is a great time to charge items you will be using in rituals or spells. You can leave them under moonlight over the 3 days of the Full moon to imbue them with her power and blessing. You can also make holy water during a Full moon, and save it for use in rituals throughout the rest of the month.





The Dark Moon:

The Dark Moon is where there is no moon visible in the sky. It actually occurs from 3 days before the dark moon to 3 days after it.



Goddess aspect: Crone

Associated Goddesses: Dark Moon and Crone Goddesses, such as Hecate and Cerridwen.

Powers: Some people say that no magick should be performed on the actual day of the Dark moon, although the banishing powers of the moon may be used on the 3 days before and the 3 days after the Dark moon if you wish. Other people say that the Dark moon is a time of protection, both physical and spiritual, and it is the most powerful time to banish negativity, or banish that which we no longer need such as addictions. Whether you cast spells on a Dark Moon is up to you, do whatever feels right for you



The New Moon:

The first sighting of the moon, 3 days after the Dark Moon. Sometimes the Dark Moon is incorrectly called the New Moon as in Astrology the Dark moon is the New Moon. Pagans Differentiate between the two. It falls in the Waxing phase of the Moon.



Associated Goddesses: Virgin or Maiden Goddesses such as Anu, Artemis, Juno, Titania, White Shell Woman, Aphrodite, Diana.

Powers: New Beginnings, healing, beauty, self-improvement, garden magick, job hunting, love and romance, networking etc.



The Waxing Moon:



The moon is called Waxing when it moves from the period of the Dark Moon to the Full Moon. The Moon at this time is growing in strength and is a time for Magickal workings to bring things to you, such as wealth, healing, stability etc.



Goddess Aspect: Maiden

Associated Goddesses: Maiden Goddesses such as: Artemis, Branwen, Eriu, Nymph, Epona, Diana, Yemanja,

Powers: Psychic enhancement, abundance, new projects, growth, expansion, attraction, increasing health and well-being, love, knowledge, spirituality, fertility, friendship, inspiration, energy, vitality, freedom, luck etc.





The Waning Moon:

The Moon is called Waning when it moves from Full Moon to Dark Moon. This phase has a banishing effect, so this is the best time for magick to remove things you do not want or need in your life.



Goddess Aspect: Crone

Associated Goddesses: Crone Goddesses such as: Callieach, Banshee, Hecate, Kali, Morrigan, Cerridwen,

Powers: Reversing spells, banishing negative thoughts, letting go of the past, guilt, weight loss, releasing anger etc.







The First Quarter:

This occurs 7 days after the New Moon. This is the middle and most powerful point of the Waxing phase of the Moon. So the powers of the Waxing phase apply.



The Third Quarter:

The last (or third) quarter Moon occurs 7 days after the Full Moon. This is the middle and most powerful point of the Waning phase of the Moon. So the powers of the Waning phase apply.



The Waxing Crescent:

The first day after the new moon until 7 days after the new moon.



Spells to begin increase, protection for animals, bring change, help with business affairs.





Gibbous Moon:

10 to 13 days after the new moon



Spells for great increase, grant patience, growth, harmony

Timing: It's a wonderful time for working around 10:00 to 11:00 p.m.





Waning Gibbous:

Night after the full moon to 7 days after the full moon



Spells that diminish Addictions, stress, help through divorce, or to cut a line to your ex.





Waning Crescent

7 days after the Full Moon to the New Moon



Spells that greatly diminish Obstacles, fights/arguments, pain, to stop a criminal

Try to remember that each of the 4 phases (Full Moon, New Moon, Waxing Moon, Waning Moon) consists of 7 'working' days for a total of 28 days in a lunar month. Each group of seven 'working' days are days considered generally appropriate for work under the influence of that particular moon phase. These are general magickal times, not actual times.



The lunar phase is important in determining the best time for magick. There are basically two lunar phases: waxing moon (ideal time for positive magick) and waning moon (ideal time for banishing/negative magick, study, and meditation). In between you'll have the dark moon (the time of greatest power for banishing and negative magick) and the full moon (the time of greatest power for positive magick).





Lunar Eclipses



Eclipses represent the union of the Sun and the Moon, and thus are very powerful. Any type of magick is enhanced by performing it on an eclipse.





Moon Void of Course



The moon is void of course the day before it enters a new moon sign , Some say you should avoid doing any important magickal workings while the moon is void of course. (of course, if you have to, then you can) You can also use the moon signs properties to add to your magickal workings



Names for the Moons:



January: Wolf moon

February: Storm moon

March: Chaste moon

April: Seed moon

May: Hare moon

June: Dyad (pair) moon

July: Mead moon

August: Wyrt (green plant) moon

September: Barley moon

October: Blood moon

November: Snow moon

December: Oak moon



Blue Moon-Second full moon in month

Harvest Moon-Full moon nearest Mabon

Hours
17:10 Mar 25 2015
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The different hours of the day have different ruling planets.



To work this out, you will have to find out what time the sun rises in the morning. (The weather report sometimes has this information for the following day, and you should be able to find out online) The hours of Magick start at Sunrise with hour 1.



For example, if Sunday's sunrise is 6:15 a.m. From 6:15 - 7:15 is Hour 1, and is ruled by the Sun (Because it is Sunday). The hour from 7:15 to 8:15 is hour 2, which ruled by Venus etc. Monday’s sunrise may be at 6:22, which makes hour 1 from 6:22 - 7:22 but is now ruled by the Moon. Each day's first hour is ruled by itself. It then runs through the chart until the next days ruling planet takes over and begins again. You may choose to do a spell on a particular hour so that the Planetary power can be added to the spell.

Numbers...
17:09 Mar 25 2015
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When using numbers in spells, work out what number/s suit your magickal working, and then work out what you can do to incorporate that number into your spell/ritual. For example if you were doing a protection spell, you might use the number 7. There are many ways you can use the number 7 in your spell. You might like to chant a line 7 times, you could dance around the circle 7 times. You could do the spell at 7:00 on the 7th day of the week on the 7th day of the month, in the 7th month of the year. (if you want to do a powerful spell to protect you for a year, until the next year).



Or you could incorporate a few things together, such as the Pentagram (which symbolises protection too). So you could draw a pentagram out on the ground with salt (also a protection and purification symbol), and place a candle at each of the 5 points of the star, and two in the centre. Or you could place the candles in a circle, and sprinkle protection herbs around each candle.

Even – men, projective, God Odd – Women, receptive, Goddess



1 – universe, unity, fundamental source, strength, purity, ego, solidarity, unique, contemplation, spontaneity, single mindedness, focused, new beginnings, commitment, determination.



2 – Goddess and God, duality, balance, polarity, relatedness, Co-operation, objectivity, balance, union.



3 – triple Goddess, lunar phase, physical , mental and spiritual aspects of our species, deity, arts, family (mother, father and child), vitality, creativity, potential, enjoyment, union of opposites.



4 – elements, 4 winds, 4 seasons, balance, solidarity, law, heaven and earth, organisation, practical achievement, manifestation, material state, groundedness, challenge, practicality, rootedness.



5 – senses, pentagram, elements including Spirit, Goddess, life, creativity, expansion, exploration, co-operation, inventiveness, artistry, talent, knowingness.



6 – the focal point of balance, the hexagram, fruitful interaction of the levels, home making, marriage, productivity, co-operation, domestication, usefulness.



7 – planets, time of the lunar phase, power, protection, magick, psychism, calm in the storm, time and space, hidden wisdom, contemplation.



8 – Sabbats, God, leadership in the organisational sense, the anabolic/katabolic process, justice, purpose, cause and effect, leadership, organisation, building up or breaking down.



9 – Goddess, inspiration, leadership in a communal, compassionate or philanthropic sense, healing, humour, regeneration, philosophy.



10 – completeness, fulfilment, manifestation, capability, achievement.



13 – esbats, fortunate number,



15 – Good fortune



21 – Sabbats and moons in the year, Goddess



28 – Moon, Goddess



101 – fertility.





Planet numbers:

Saturn – 3 Jupiter – 4 Mars – 5 Sun – 6

Venus – 7 Mercury – 8 Moon - 9

Spell Correspondences...
17:07 Mar 25 2015
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These are symbols that you can use in writing spells. Spells are basically just a group of symbols that have been put together to represent something. For example the symbols for love might be love hearts, pink, red, roses, satin sheets etc. So your spell could include red and pink candles, rose petals and a nice relaxing sleep in new satin sheets.



You might have different correspondences for your spells, and that's fine - if something doesn't have the same representation for you, then it is not going to be as powerful a symbol. So always go with what you feel is right.

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To use these correspondences, look up the type of spell you want to do, and the symbols that represent it. For example: If you were doing a spell to heal a broken relationship you could look at the correspondences for “relationships” and see which of those would suit the spell you wish to do. For example: Cakes are good for relationships, so you could make a cake that you would either share with the person, or give to the person. The colours pink and Orange represent relationships, so you might like to make the icing one of those colours. Cocoa can be used in making the cake (making a chocolate cake), and you could decorate it with Celtic knotwork, or woven designs. You could use the numbers (2,3,9,12,18) in the number of times you stir the cake mix, the number of chocolate chips you decorate the cake with, you could write a little poem to say while you are stirring the cake, and say it 3 times. You could include the baking of the cake in with your ritual, cast the circle around the kitchen, and while the cake is baking, you can be chanting/singing, or performing other parts of the spell.



Symbols for different spells:





Money - Green, Gold, Silver, Purple, Yellow, Coins, money (real of fake), $ sign, Purse/Wallet, Cheque book, Bank books, Bank Statement (showing a big balance preferably), Moneybox, Money attracting gemstones, Money attracting Herbs, Pot of Gold, 3 legged frog (of the Chinese culture), Wishing well, Shells.



Abundance - Green, Green plants with lush foliage or flowers, Weeds, Plants that grow well in your garden, Groups of things (such as lots of candles or flowers), Containers that are overflowing (ie. The cup runneth over), The Sun.



Love - Pink, Red, Love hearts, Res roses, Satin sheets, Beds, Valentine cards, Kisses, XOXOXO, Cupid, Heart with an arrow through it, Cassinova, Bunches of flowers, Love potions, Wedding rings, Doves, Love birds, Chocolate.



Change - Green, Red, Yellow, Orange, Modelling clay, Ice, Butterfly, Tadpole, Ash, Caterpillar, Anything that changes, Seeds, Phoenix.



Anger - Red, Bulls, Fire, Objects that have been broken in anger. To relieve: White flag, Calm water, Blue, Flowers, Meditation.



Creativity - Red, Yellow, Orange, Paint, Paintbrushes, Easel, Pencils etc (All Art tools), Poems, Song lyrics.



Balance - Green, Blue, Pink, Yellow, Orange, Silver, Scales, Yin and Yang symbol, The “Balance” man, Equilateral triangles, Hourglass, Stilts, Unicycle, Bicycle, Balance beam, Number 2, Pairs of anything.



Banishing - Black, White, Purple, Soap and water, Correction fluid, Eraser, Reversed items (Clothing, mirrored images etc.), Stain remover.



Beauty - Pink, Grey, Mirror, Makeup and other beauty products, Jewellery, Hair accessories, Swan, Ballerina, Beautiful artwork/sculpture.



Choices - Coins, Pendulum, Different length straws, “Enie menie miny moe”, choices written down on paper.



Cleansing/Purification - Soap and water, Smudge stick, Shower, Holy water.



Communication - Blue, Telephone, Mobile phone, Paper and pens, envelopes, letters, Mouth, Computer, Typewriter, Stamps, Cue cards.



Courage - Yellow, Green, Red, Lions, Tigers, other courageous animals, Swords, Knights.



Divination - Black, Silver, Mugwort, Divination tools (Crystal ball, tarot cards etc.), Flying ointment.



Employment - Green, Money, Newspaper, Advertisements for jobs, Old pay slips, Symbols of the work you would like to do (desk, etc.),



Energy/Power - Red, Orange, Yellow, Black, Batteries, Children and puppies playing.



Fear - Black, White, Images that you fear that have been broken or cut in half (Spiders, Dogs, High places, Water etc.)



Fertility - Green, Soil from a well growing garden, Stork, Rabbit, Eggs, Symbols of children (ie. Bottles, rattles, nappies etc.)



Friendship - Blue, Pink, Brown, Picture of people holding hands or looking friendly, Celtic knots.



Foundations - Brown, Plant roots, Soil, Pictures of house foundations, pictures of your first family home, anchor, Herbs and crystals for foundations or stability.



Goals - Soccer/Football goal, Dartboard, Target, Bow and arrow, Steps, Ladders, pictures or items that you have achieved something in.



Healing - Green, Red Cross, Bandaids, Bandages, Antiseptic, Eucalyptus, Tea Tree, Lavender, Orange juice, Chicken noodle soup, Bed rest, Crutches.



Fun - Blue, Yellow, Orange, Red, Fool Tarot card, Clown, Fairy floss, Bright colours, dress up clothes, children’s toys, balloons, jelly, birthday cake, Herbs and crystals for fun/happiness.



Knowledge/Wisdom - Blue, Yellow, Orange, Brown, Books, Owl, Glasses, Library cards, Notebook, Light bulb, Computers, Crone Goddess, Diplomas, Mortar board (hat).



Luck - Green, Gold, Rabbit’s foot, 4 left clover, Number 13 or 7, Found money, “Find a penny pick it up”, Lucky charms.



New Beginnings - Blank paper, Open windows, Clean blackboard, Eraser, Correction fluid, Starting line of a race, Babies, Seeds, Small plants.



Protection - Black, White, Shield, White light, Black cape, Fence, Guard dog, Holy water.

Days... an explanation...
17:06 Mar 25 2015
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Each day is ruled by a planet, and those influences can aid in the power of spells if you do a spell on a particular spells. The following is a list of the days and the types of spell that is best done. If you need to do a spell and it is the "wrong" day, don't worry it just means the planet for the type of spell will have no effect on your spell. For example, if you wanted to do a spell for Love, the best day would be Friday (Ruled by Venus) but if you did the spell on Sunday, you could ask that your love be a success or fun..





Sunday (Sun -- yellow, gold, orange): health, success, career, goals, ambition, personal finances, advancement, drama, fun, authority figures, law, fairs, crops, totem animals, volunteer and civic services, promotion, the God, men's mysteries, children, buying, selling, speculating.



Monday (Moon -- white, silver, grey, pearl): psychic pursuits, psychology, dreams/astral travel, imagination, women's mysteries, reincarnation, short trips, women, children, the public, domestic concerns, emotions, fluids, magick, spirituality, nursing, all things pertaining to water, antiques, trip planning, household activities, initiation, astrology, new-age pursuits, archetypes, totem animals, shape shifting, religious experience.



Tuesday (Mars -- red, pink, orange): passion, partnerships, courage, action, energy, strife, aggression, sex, physical energy, sports, guns, tools, metals, cutting, surgery, police, soldiers, combat, confrontation, business, buying and selling animals, mechanical things, repair, gardening, woodworking, hunting, beginnings.



Wednesday (Mercury -- purple, magenta, silver): wisdom, healing, communication, intelligence, memory, education, correspondence, phone calls, computers, messages, students, merchants, editing, writing, advertising, signing contracts, siblings, neighbours, kin, accounting, clerks, critics, music, editors, journalists, visual arts, hiring employees, learning languages, placing ads, visiting friends, legal appointments, astrology.



Thursday (Jupiter -- blue, metallic colours): business, logic, gambling, social matters, political power, material wealth, publishing, college education, long-distance travel, foreign interests, religion, philosophy, forecasting, broadcasting, publicity, expansion, luck, growth, sports, horses, the law, doctors, guardians, merchants, psychologists, charity, correspondence courses, self-improvement, researching, reading, studying.



Friday (Venus -- pink, green, white): romantic love, friendships, beauty, soul mates, artistic ability, harmony, affection, relationships, partners, alliances, grace, luxury, social activity, marriage, decorating, cosmetics, gifts, income, growth, gardening, architects, artists, beauticians, chiropractors, dancers, designers, engineers, entertainers, fashion, music, painting, poetry, courtship, dating, household improvements, planning parties, shopping.



Saturday (Saturn -- grey, black, red, white): binding, protection, neutralisation, karma, death, manifestation, structure, reality, the laws of society, limits, obstacles, tests, hard work, endurance, real estate, dentists, bones, teeth, farm workers, sacrifice, separation, stalkers, murderers, criminals in general, civil servants, justice, maths, plumbing, wills, debts, financing, joint money matters, discovery, transformation, relations with older people.

Gemstones & Crystals
17:05 Mar 25 2015
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Some people like to keep their crystals in a black velvet or silk bag, which can help prevent them from absorbing negativity from around them. Some people like to leave their crystals in a bowl so that they may look at them, and feel their energies as they walk past.



A good idea for storing tumbled stones is to purchase a box with compartments, and place each crystal in it’s own labelled compartment. This is particularly useful if you have difficulty remembering the names of the crystals. You could make a black velvet bag to slip the box into if you desire. Or buy a small notepad, and when you get a new crystal, trace around it and write a brief description of the colour/texture beside it. That way, if you forget, you can try matching it with the appropriate shape and description.



If you have crystals that you do not remember the name of, and still wish to use them, you can use the properties of the colour of the crystal.

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Magickal Properties of the Crystals

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Absorption - Amber, Snowflake Obsidian, Pumice.



Abundance - Agate, Moss Agate, Alexandrite, Amazonite, Amethyst, Aventurine, Basalt, Calcite, Chrysocolla, Chrysoprase, Diamond, Dolomite, Emerald, Flint, Granite, Jade, Lepidolite, Malachite, Green Obsidian, Peridot, Green Sapphire, Sunstone, Tiger Eye, Topaz, Green Tourmaline.



Acceptance - Agate, Ametrine, Chalcedony, Chrysoprase, Nephrite, Lepidolite, Apache Tear, Peridot, Sandstone, Rubellite, Unakite.



Action - Carnelian.



Adaptability - Bloodstone.



Addiction - Botswana Agate, Amethyst, Lepidolite.



Alertness - Carnelian.



Aligning the Chakras - Aquamarine, Azurite, Chrysoprase, Clear Fluorite, Jasper, Lapis Lazuli, Lodestone, Magnetite, Mica, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline.



Alignment - Amazonite, Opal, Colourless Tourmaline, Turquoise, Unakite.



Analytical - Carnelian.



Anger - blue lace agate, Amazonite, Basalt, Carnelian, Chalcedony, Diamond, Howlite, Jet, Lepidolite, Mahogany Obsidian, Opal, Peridot, Rose Quartz, Smokey Quartz, Sandstone.



Animals - Diopside.



Anxiety - Agate, Amber, Aventurine, Chrysoprase, Citrine, Labradorite, Malachite, Rhodonite, Sodalite, Green Tourmaline.



Apathy - Honey Calcite, Carnelian, Jet.



Arguments - Flint.



Astral Travel - Amazonite, Apophyllite, Clear calcite, Geodes, Kunzite, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Lepidolite, Lodestone, Marcasite, Metorite, Blue Obsidian, Rutilated Quartz, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise.



Aura Cleansing - Amethyst, Cat's Eye, Citrine, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Green Obsidian.



Awareness - Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Rhodochrosite, Turquoise.



Balance - Moss Agate, Snakeskin Agate, Alexandrite, Amazonite, Amber, Amethyst, Ametrine, Aquamarine, Aventurine, Azurite, Basalt, Bloodstone, Green calcite, Clear calcite, Carnelian, Chalcedony, Chrysoprase, Citrine, Diamond, Diopside, Dolomite, Emerald, Flint, Fluorite, Garnet, Granite, Howlite, Jade, Jadeite, Red Jasper, Kunzite, Kunzite, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Lodestone, Magnetite, Malachite, Marble, Marcasite, Metorite, Mica, Moonstone, Onyx, Peridot, Clear Quartz, Rose Quartz, Rutilated Quartz, Smokey Quartz, Rhodochrosite, Ruby, Sandstone, Sapphire, Sodalite, Sugilite, Tiger Eye, Topaz, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Unakite, Zircon.



Beauty - Blue Lace Agate, Amber, Alexandrite, Azurite, Cat's Eye, Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Jasper, Kunzite, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Snowflake Obsidian, Rose Quartz, Rutilated Quartz, Sapphire, Turquoise, Zircon.



Blockages - Agate, Botswana Agate, Fire Agate, Amazonite, Ametrine, Azurite, Bloodstone, Copal, Diopside, Garnet, Picture Jasper, Kunzite, Lepidolite, Lodestone, Mica, Obsidian, Apache Tear, Smokey Quartz, Blue Sapphire.



Business - Amethyst, Chrysoprase, Garnet, Jasper, Jet, Lepidolite, Malachite, Marcasite, Opal, Smokey Quartz, Black Sapphire, Yellow Tourmaline.



Calming - Blue Lace Agate, Botswana Agate, Amazonite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Green calcite, Clear calcite, Orange calcite, Carnelian, Chalcedony, Chrysocolla, Chrysoprase, Citrine, Diopside, Flint, Fluorite, Garnet, Herkimer Diamond, Howlite, Jade, Jasper, Jet, Kunzite, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Lepidolite, Marble, Marcasite, Mica, Moonstone, Snowflake Obsidian, Peacock Ore, Clear Quartz, Rose Quartz, Rhodochrosite, Rhodonite, Sandstone, Soapstone, Sodalite, Stichtite, Sugilite, Tiger Eye, Watermelon Tourmaline.



Centring - Bloodstone, Carnelian, Fluorite, Smokey Quartz, Black Sapphire, Tiger Eye.



Change - Alexandrite, Ametrine, Apache Tear, Apophyllite, Azurite, Bloodstone, Blue calcite, Honey calcite, Chrysoprase, Feldspar, Garnet, Granite, Lepidolite, Lepidolite, Moonstone, Obsidian, Opal, Ruby, Sandstone, Soapstone.



Children - Agate.



Clarity - Botswana Agate, Fire Agate, Amazonite, Amber, Amethyst, Ametrine, Apophyllite, Aquamarine, Azurite, Blue calcite, Carnelian, Chrysocolla, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Flint, Fluorite, Garnet, Hematite, Jade, Kunzite, Lapis Lazuli, Lepidolite, Lodestone, Magnetite, Malachite, Marble, Mica, Obsidian, Opal, Peridot, Clear Quartz, Rose Quartz, Smokey Quartz, Blue Sapphire, Tiger Eye, Turquoise.



Cleansing - Amethyst, Aquamarine, Botswana Agate, Apache Tear, Apophyllite, Azurite, Bloodstone, Citrine, Flint, Fluorite, Herkimer Diamond, Jasper, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Labradorite, Moonstone, Onyx, Opal, Peacock Ore, Peridot, Rose Quartz, Smokey Quartz, Rhodonite, Ruby, Sodalite, Sunstone, Topaz, Green Tourmaline, Turquoise, Zircon.



Comfort - Apache Tear.



Common sense - Amethyst, Marble.



Communication - Agate, Blue Lace Agate, Moss Agate, Amazonite, Amber, Amethyst, Apophyllite, Aquamarine, Azurite, Bloodstone, Chalcedony, Chrysocolla, Chrysoprase, Citrine, Diamond, Feldspar, Flint, Fluorite, Herkimer Diamond, Howlite, Red Jasper, Kunzite, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Lepidolite, Marcasite, Metorite, Blue Obsidian, Clear Quartz, Rutilated Quartz, Smokey Quartz, Rhodonite, Sapphire, Soapstone, Sodalite, Sunstone, Tiger Eye, Tourmaline, Turquoise.



Compassion - Aquamarine, Azurite, Chrysoprase, Garnet, Jade, Mica, Moonstone, Peridot, Rose Quartz, Rhodochrosite, Blue Sapphire, Green Tourmaline.



Concentration - Carnelian, Fluorite, Onyx, Peacock Ore, Pyrite, Ruby, Tiger Eye.



Confidence - Agate, Blue Lace Agate, Amazonite, Aventurine, Azurite, Basalt, Carnelian, Citrine, Diamond, Feldspar, Flint, Garnet, Picture Jasper, Lepidolite, Lodestone, Metorite, Moonstone, Opal, Peridot, Rhodonite, Sugilite, Tiger Eye, Tourmaline, Topaz, Unakite.



Confusion - Sodalite.



Contentment - Snakeskin Agate, Amethyst, Green Obsidian.



Cooperation - Amethyst, Metorite, Tourmaline.



Courage - Agate, Aquamarine, Botswana Agate, Fire Agate, Amethyst, Apophyllite, Aventurine, Basalt, Bloodstone, Carnelian, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Hematite, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Sardonyx, Sodalite, Tiger eye.



Creativity - Blue Lace Agate, Botswana Agate, alexandrite, Amazonite, Aquamarine, Aventurine, Azurite, Bloodstone, Cat's Eye, Chrysocolla, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Picture Jasper, Lapis Lazuli, Moonstone, Onyx, Opal, Rose Quartz, Smokey Quartz, Ruby, Sandstone, Sapphire, Sodalite, Topaz, Tourmaline, Turquoise.



Decision making - Amber, Ametrine, Aventurine, Bloodstone, Nephrite, Red Jasper, Blue Tourmaline.



Depression - Bloodstone, Carnelian, Crysoprase, Chrysocolla, Emerald, Garnet, Jade, Jasper, Jet, Lepidolite, Onyx, Peridot, Pyrite, Rutilated Quartz, Smokey Quartz, Sapphire, Topaz, Zircon.



Dependability - Fluorite.



Determination - Malachite.



Devotion - Onyx.



Diplomacy - Lepidolite.



Direction - Tourmaline.



Discussions - Flint.



Divination - Azurite, Flint, Hematite, Jet, Moonstone, Amethyst, Sodallite, Obsidian, Apophyllite, Azurite, Chalcedony, Chrysocolla, Flint, Clear Fluorite, Geodes, Herkimer Diamond, Jade, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Prehnite, Clear Quartz, Smokey Quartz, Blue Sapphire, Sodalite, Sugilite, Tourmaline.



Doubt - Fire Agate, Amber, Bloodstone, Chalcedony, Chrysocolla, Black Sapphire, Topaz.



Dreams - Amethyst, Charoite, Sugilite, Flourite, Apophyllite, Emerald, Herkimer Diamond, Howlite, Jade, Kunzite, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Lepidolite, Marble, Moonstone, Prehnite, Smokey Quartz, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Sugilite.



Earth magick - Moss Agate, Green Fluorite, Hematite, Jade, Lepidolite, Marcasite, Green Tourmaline.



Ego - Apricot Moonstone.



Eliminating unwanted personality traits - Fire Agate, Marcasite, Mica.



Emotions -Agate, Amzonite, Aventurine, Blue Lace Agate, Botswana Agate, Aquamarine, Bloodstone, Blue calcite, Clear calcite, Orange Calcite, Red calcite, Chalcedony, Chrysocolla, Citrine, Diopside, Dolomite, Emerald, Flint, Herkimer Diamond, Howlite, Jade, Jasper, Jet, Kunzite, Lapis Lazuli, Lodestone, Malachite, Mica, Moonstone, Mahogany Obsidian, Onyx, Opal, Pyrite, Peridot, Clear Quartz, Rose Quartz, Rutilated Quartz, Smokey Quartz, Rhodochrosite, Sodalite, Stichtite, Topaz, Green Tourmaline, Turquoise, Unakite, Zircon.



Employment - Chrysoprase, Jasper, Jet, Lepidolite, Malachite, Marcasite, Black Sapphire, Yellow Tourmaline.



Energy - Agate, Fire Agate, Amber, Apophyllite, Aquamarine, Basalt, Calcite, Carnelian, Copal, Diamond, Dolomite, Yellow Fluorite, Garnet, Geodes, Hematite, Jasper, Kunzite, Labradorite, Lepidolite, Lodestone, Malachite, Marcasite, Metorite, Apache Tear, Opal, Clear Quartz, Rutilated Quartz, Rhodochrosite, Rhodonite, Ruby, Sandstone, Sunstone, Tiger Eye, Topaz, Black Tourmaline, Green Tourmaline, Rubellite, Watermelon Tourmaline, Turquoise, Zircon.



Endurance - Basalt, Citrine, Garnet, Magnetite, Metorite, Yellow Sapphire.



Equality - White Sapphire.



Expression - Amazonite, Aquamarine, Blue calcite, Chalcedony, Chrysocolla, Jade, Green Jasper, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Marcasite, Peridot, Sodalite, Topaz, Turquoise.



Faithfulness - Diamond, Stichtite.



Fear - Fire Agate, Amazonite, Amber, Aquamarine, Azurite, Basalt, Clear calcite, Carnelian, Chalcedony, Chrysocolla, Chrysoprase, Citrine, Diamond, Flint, Jet, Malachite, Green Obsidian, Peridot, Rose Quartz, Rhodonite, Ruby, Sodalite, Sunstone, Tourmaline.



Femininity - Chrysocolla.



Fertility - Aventurine, Basalt, Chrysoprase, Emerald, Moonstone, Rose Quartz, Smokey Quartz.



Fidelity - Malachite, Sapphire.



Finding lost items - Snakeskin Agate, Peridot.



Flexibility - Amethyst, Marble, Mica, Stichtite, Tourmaline.



Friendships - Agate, Pink Tourmaline, Chrysoprase, Turquoise, Malachite, Moonstone, Peridot, Sardonyx, Turquoise.



Focus - Botswana Agate, fire agate, Azurite, Calcite, Chrysoprase, Emerald, Clear Fluorite, Jade, Kunzite, Opal, White Sapphire.



Forgiveness - Apache Tear, Rose Quartz, Sugilite.



Freedom - Malachite, White Sapphire, Sugilite.



Generosity - Chalcedony.



Greed - Opal, White Sapphire.



Grief - Chalcedony, Chrysoprase, Apache Tear, Onyx.



Grounding - Amber, Bloodstone, Clear calcite, Red calcite, Carnelian, Chrysocolla, Flint, Garnet, Hematite, Red Jasper, Jet, Kunzite, Magnetite, Apache Tear, Onyx, Obsidian, Peacock Ore, Pyrite, Rhodonite, Black Sapphire, Sodalite, Tiger Eye, Black Tourmaline, Turquoise.



Group work - Yellow Fluorite, Jadeite, Sodalite, Blue Tourmaline.



Growth - Apophyllite, Chrysoprase, Mica, Mahogany Obsidian, Peridot, Rutilated Quartz, Yellow Tourmaline, Unakite.



Guidance - Azurite, Basalt, Bloodstone, Clear Fluorite, Lapis Lazuli, Marble, Onyx, Turquoise.



Guilt - Carnelian, Peridot, Rose Quartz, Rubellite, Watermelon Tourmaline.



Happiness - Snakeskin Agate, Alexandrite, Amazonite, Amber, Apophyllite, Aventurine, Calcite, Cat's Eye, Chalcedony, Chrysoprase, Citrine, Copal, Emerald, Hematite, Jasper, Kunzite, Lodestone, Moonstone, Mahogany Obsidian, Onyx, Opal, Peridot, Smokey Quartz, Rhodochrosite, Ruby, Sapphire, Sardonyx, Sodalite, Topaz, Tourmaline.



Harmony - Amazonite, Amber, Amethyst, Azurite, Bloodstone, Calcite, Chalcedony, Chrysocolla, Citrine, Copal, Diamond, Jade, Picture Jasper, Red Jasper, Jet, Lodestone, Peridot, Pyrite, Clear Quartz, Rose Quartz, Rhodonite, Sugilite, Tiger Eye, Topaz, Tourmaline, Turquoise.



Healing - Agate, Amber, Aventurine, Calcite, Coral, Clear Quartz, Garnet, Jade, blue lace agate, moss agate, alexandrite, Amazonite, Amethyst, Ametrine, Aquamarine, Aventurine, Bloodstone, Cat's Eye, Chalcedony, Chrysocolla, Chrysoprase, Citrine, Copal, Diamond, Emerald, Fluorite, Garnet, Hematite, Howlite, Jasper, Jet, Magnetite, Malachite, Mica, Moonstone, Obsidian, Apache Tear, Peridot, Prehnite, Pumice, Pyrite, Clear Quartz, Rose Quartz, Rutilated Quartz, Smokey Quartz, Rhodochrosite, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sugilite, Tiger Eye, Topaz, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Unakite, Zircon.



Heartache - Apophyllite, Orange calcite, Chrysoprase, Diopside, Rose Quartz.



Honesty - Blue Lace Agate, Chalcedony, Diamond.



Hope - Bloodstone, Chalcedony, Malachite, Moonstone.



Imagination - Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Rose Quartz.



Insight - Azurite, Bloodstone, Chrysocolla, Emerald, Malachite, Marcasite, Moonstone, Apache Tear, Opal, Pumice, Rutilated Quartz, Sandstone, Tiger Eye, Tourmaline.



Inspiration - Agate, Botswana Agate, Aquamarine, Labradorite, Onyx, Opal, Rose Quartz, Rutilated Quartz, White Sapphire, Sugilite, Tourmaline.



Instinct - Malachite.



Intellect - Agate, Amber, Amethyst, Ametrine, Aquamarine, Aventurine, Azurite, Calcite, Carnelian, Citrine, Copal, Diamond, Diopside, Emerald, Flint, Fluorite, Hematite, Howlite, Picture Jasper, Kunzite, Lapis Lazuli, Lepidolite, Magnetite, Marble, Marcasite, Mica, Blue Obsidian, Mahogany Obsidian, Onyx, Opal, Pyrite, Clear Quartz, Rose Quartz, Sapphire, Soapstone, Tiger Eye, Black Tourmaline, Green Tourmaline, Yellow Tourmaline, Zircon.



Intuition - Amethyst, Apophyllite, Azurite, Bloodstone, Cat's Eye, Emerald, Fluorite, Labradorite, Magnetite, Malachite, Moonstone, Onyx, Opal, Smokey Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Tiger Eye, Blue Tourmaline, Turquoise, Zircon.



Invigorating - Amethyst.



Jealousy - Peridot, Rose Quartz.



Justice - Emerald, Hematite, Red Jasper, Lapis Lazuli, White Sapphire.



Kindness - Blue Lace Agate, Amazonite, Chalcedony, Emerald, Turquoise.



Knowledge - Hematite, Herkimer Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire.



Legal matters - Emerald, Hematite, Red Jasper.



Lethargy - Fire Agate, Honey calcite, Carnelian.



Logic - Sodalite, Yellow Tourmaline.



Longevity - Agate, Fossils, Jade, Petrified Wood.



Loyalty - Malachite, Moonstone, Opal, Green Sapphire.



Love - Alexandrite, Amber, Chrysocolla, Emerald, Lepidolite, Pearl, Moonstone, Rose Quartz, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Aventurine, Bloodstone, Carnelian, Chrysoprase, Citrine, Diamond, Green Fluorite, Garnet, Hematite, Jasper, Kunzite, Lapis Lazuli, Lepidolite, Magnetite, Malachite, Mica, Rainbow Obsidian, Snowflake Obsidian, Opal, Peridot, Rutilated Quartz, Rhodochrosite, Rhodonite, Ruby, Sapphire, Soapstone, Sugilite, Sunstone, Topaz, Blue Tourmaline, Green Tourmaline, Rubellite, Watermelon Tourmaline, Turquoise, Unakite.



Luck - Alexandrite, Amber, Cat's Eye, Jet, Moonstone, Onyx, Sunstone.



Magickal Power - Bloodstone, Copal, Fluorite, Geodes, Jadeite, Lodestone, Malachite, Moonstone, Prehnite, Clear Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire.



Manifestation - Alexandrite, Lodestone, Magnetite, Moonstone, Ruby, Sugilite, Topaz.



Marriage - Amber, Sardonyx.



Meditation - Amethyst, Amazonite, Ametrine, Apophyllite, Aquamarine, Azurite, Bloodstone, Blue calcite, Clear calcite, Cat's Eye, Carnelian, Chrysoprase, Copal, Emerald, Fluorite, Geodes, Garnet, Hematite, Herkimer Diamond, Jade, Picture Jasper, Red Jasper, Jet, Kunzite, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Lepidolite, Marble, Marcasite, Green Obsidian, Snowflake Obsidian, Peacock Ore, Prehnite, Clear Quartz, Rhodochrosite, Rhodonite, Sapphire, Soapstone, Sodalite, Sugilite, Tiger Eye, Topaz, Turquoise.



Memory - Amber, Amethyst, Apophyllite, Aquamarine, Azurite, Calcite, Carnelian, Chrysoprase, Citrine, Copal, Emerald, Flint, Fluorite, Hematite, Howlite, Jade, Onyx, Opal, Pyrite, Rhodonite, Yellow Sapphire, Sugilite, Tourmaline.



Mental Ability- Aventurine, Emerald, Zircon.



Morality - White Sapphire.



Movement - Smokey Quartz, Soapstone.



Negative thoughts - Apophyllite.



Negativity - Amber, Ametrine, Aquamarine, Red calcite, Cat's Eye, Citrine, Chalcedony, Chrysocolla, Copal, Diamond, Dolomite, Emerald, Flint, Garnet, Granite, Hematite, Jade, Jet, Kunzite, Lodestone, Magnetite, Marcasite, Moonstone, Obsidian, Pumice, Pyrite, Clear Quartz, Rose Quartz, Smokey Quartz, Black Sapphire, Sodalite, Sugilite, Topaz, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Unakite.



New ideas - Amethyst.



Nightmares - Amethyst, Citrine, Flint, Garnet, Malachite, Ruby.



Nurturing - Apache Tear, Apricot Moonstone.



Objectivity - Diopside.



Obstacles - Kunzite, Lodestone.



Optimism - Carnelian, Citrine, Hematite, Tiger Eye.



Pain - Howlite, Jadeite, Malachite.



Passion - Ruby, Tiger Eye, Rubellite.



Past Lives - Apophyllite, Emerald, Herkimer Diamond, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Black Tourmaline.



Patience - Blue Lace Agate, Emerald, Garnet, Labradorite, Malachite, Peridot.



Peace - Aquamarine, Lepidolite, Rhodonite, Blue Tourmaline, blue lace agate, snakeskin agate, Amazonite, Amber, Amethyst, Ametrine, Aquamarine, Azurite, Bloodstone, Green calcite, Cat's Eye, Chalcedony, Citrine, Copal, Emerald, Purple Fluorite, Hematite, Howlite, Jade, Jasper, Kunzite, Malachite, Moonstone, Mahogany Obsidian, Rainbow Obsidian, Rhodonite, Sapphire, Soapstone, Stichtite, Sugilite, Topaz, Blue Tourmaline, Turquoise.



Perception - Herkimer Diamond, Tiger Eye.



Physical Energy - Beryl, Selenite, Sunstone, Tiger's Eye, Red Zircon, Citrine.



Power - Alexandrite, Amber, Aventurine, Basalt, Garnet, Jade, Jadeite, Kunzite, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx, Peacock Ore, Pyrite, Ruby, Tiger Eye, Tourmaline, Unakite.



Practicality - Jade, Malachite, Tiger Eye, Black Tourmaline.



Prejudice - Ametrine, Aquamarine, Chrysoprase, Fluorite.



Problem solving - Moss Agate, Alexandrite, Citrine, Picture Jasper, Red Jasper, Marcasite, Rutilated Quartz.



Prosperity - Calcite, Emerald, Jade, Peridot, Staurolite, Malachite, Green Tourmaline, Alexandrite, Aventurine, Azurite, Green calcite, Diamond, Flint, Jadeite, Jet, Green Obsidian, Onyx, Green Sapphire, Sardonyx.



Protection - Agate, Calcite, Apache Tear, Mica, Obsidian, Topaz, Clear quartz, blue lace agate, fire agate, alexandrite, Amber, Amethyst, Ametrine, Aquamarine, Aventurine, Carnelian, Cat's Eye, Chrysocolla, Citrine, Copal, Diamond, Dolomite, Fluorite, Garnet, Granite, Hematite, Herkimer Diamond, Jade, Jadeite, Jasper, Jet, Kunzite, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Magnetite, Malachite, Marble, Moonstone, Onyx, Opal, Peacock Ore, Peridot, Prehnite, Pyrite, Smokey Quartz, Rhodochrosite, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sodalite, Sugilite, Sunstone, Topaz, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Zircon.



Psychic Ability - Amethyst, Sodalite, Chaurolite, Lapis, Holey Stones, Copal, Sodalite.



Psychic Development - Amethyst, Ametrine, Azurite, Chrysocolla, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Fluorite, Feldspar, Herkimer Diamond, Jade, Jasper, Kunzite, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Moonstone, Malachite, Blue Obsidian, Rainbow Obsidian, Opal, Onyx, Prehnite, Pyrite, Clear Quartz, Smokey Quartz, Sodalite, Blue Sapphire, Tiger Eye, Yellow Tourmaline, Turquoise.



Public Speaking - Carnelian.



Purification - Fire Agate, Amber, Amethyst, Ametrine, Apophyllite, Aquamarine, Aventurine, Azurite, Calcite, Carnelian, Chrysocolla, Citrine, Diamond, Dolomite, Fluorite, Garnet, Hematite, Herkimer Diamond, Jade, Jasper, Jet, Kunzite, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Marble, Snowflake Obsidian, Opal, Pyrite, Clear Quartz, Sapphire, Sodalite, Zircon.



Radiation - Smokey Quartz, Sodalite, Black Tourmaline.



Rain - Turquoise.



Rationality - Purple Fluorite.



Rebirth - Alexandrite, Amber, Jasper, Lepidolite, Moonstone, Unakite.



Reflection - Apophyllite, Kunzite, Labradorite, Lepidolite, Mica, Moonstone, Black Obsidian, Clear Quartz.



Regeneration - Azurite, Moss Agate, Alexandrite, Amber, Amethyst, Bloodstone, Citrine, Carnelian, Copal, Dolomite, Garnet, Kunzite, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Moonstone, Peridot, Pyrite, Rutilated Quartz, Smokey Quartz, Stichtite, Topaz, Green Tourmaline, Turquoise.



Relationships - Green Fluorite, Lapis Lazuli, Moonstone, Rainbow Obsidian.



Release - Soapstone.



Renewal - Alexandrite, Azurite, Copal, Garnet, Jasper, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite.



Resolving - Apophyllite.



Respect - Diamond, Kunzite.



Responsibility - Aquamarine.



Restoration - Alexandrite, Chrysocolla, Dolomite.



Revitalising - Chrysocolla.



Self awareness - Amazonite, Azurite, Picture Jasper, Kunzite, Lapis Lazuli.



Self-esteem - Botswana Agate, moss agate, snakeskin agate, alexandrite, Amazonite, Amber, Ametrine, Apophyllite, Aquamarine, Azurite, Carnelian, Chrysoprase, Citrine, Feldspar, Garnet, Kunzite, Lepidolite, Obsidian, Opal, Clear Quartz, Rose Quartz, Rhodonite, Sodalite, Unakite, Zircon.



Self confidence - Azurite, Chrysoprase, Kunzite, Lapis Lazuli, Moonstone, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Tourmaline.



Self control - Onyx.



Selfishness - Bloodstone.



Self-love - Botswana Agate, snakeskin agate, Amazonite, Amber, Apophyllite, Feldspar, Kunzite, Lepidolite, Obsidian, Clear Quartz, Rose Quartz.



Serenity - Amethyst, Cat's Eye, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Marble, Snowflake Obsidian, Sapphire.



Sexual Energy - Carnelian, Sunstone, Citrine, Jasper, Garnet, Ruby.



Shame - Carnelian.



Shielding - Pyrite, Ruby.



Sleep - Azurite, Amethyst, Garnet, Herkimer Diamond, Howlite, Jet, Moonstone, Peridot, Ruby, Sodalite, Topaz, Tourmaline, Zircon,



Soothing - Blue Lace Agate, Botswana Agate, Amazonite, Amber, Amethyst, Green calcite, Orange calcite, Chalcedony, Chrysocolla, Citrine, Diopside, Howlite, Jasper, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Lepidolite, Marble, Snowflake Obsidian, Peacock Ore, Prehnite, Pumice, Rose Quartz, Smokey Quartz, Rhodochrosite, Rhodonite, Soapstone, Sugilite, Tiger Eye, Topaz, Turquoise.



Sorrow - Carnelian, Rubellite.



Spiritual awareness - Blue Lace Agate, Amethyst, Apophyllite, Aquamarine, Clear calcite, Diamond, Emerald, Fluorite, Nephrite, Lepidolite, Moonstone, Opal, Rutilated Quartz, Blue Sapphire, Sodalite, Sugilite, Tiger Eye, Topaz, Blue Tourmaline, Yellow Tourmaline, Turquoise, Unakite.



Spiritual growth - Alexandrite, Lapis Lazuli.



Spirituality - Lepidolite, Amethyst, Sugilite, Lapis, Moonstone, Green Fluorite, Rainbow Obsidian.



Stability - Amber, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Basalt, Chalcedony, Chrysocolla, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Flint, Fluorite, Hematite, Jasper, Kunzite, Labradorite, Magnetite, Marble, Metorite, Moonstone, Obsidian, Clear Quartz, Rutilated Quartz, Smokey Quartz, Rhodochrosite, Ruby, Soapstone, Stichtite, Tiger Eye, Black Tourmaline, Turquoise, Zircon.



Stamina - Bloodstone.



Stimulating - Amethyst.



Strength - Agate, Amazonite, Amber, Amethyst, Apache Tear, Apophyllite, Aquamarine, Basalt, Bloodstone, Chrysocolla, Chrysoprase, Citrine, Diamond, Dolomite, Flint, Fluorite, Garnet, Hematite, Jadeite, Jasper, Kunzite, Lapis Lazuli, Lodestone, Magnetite, Malachite, Marble, Marcasite, Metorite, Obsidian, Onyx, Opal, Pyrite, Rutilated Quartz, Smokey Quartz, Rhodonite, Ruby, Sandstone, Blue Sapphire, Sodalite, Sunstone, Tiger Eye, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Zircon.



Stress - Amber, Blue Lace Agate, Amazonite, Amethyst, Ametrine, Bloodstone, Clear calcite, Cat's Eye, Chrysocolla, Chrysoprase, Emerald, Fluorite, Hematite, Howlite, Labradorite, Lepidolite, Moonstone, Malachite, Obsidian, Onyx, Peridot, Rose Quartz, Sugilite, Sunstone.



Study - Agate, Diopside, Purple Fluorite, Kunzite, Lepidolite, Magnetite, Marcasite, Blue Obsidian, Peacock Ore, Rhodonite, Yellow Tourmaline, Zircon.



Success - Ruby, Green Tourmaline.



Tact - Howlite, Rubellite, Watermelon Tourmaline.



Tenderness - Kunzite, Rhodonite.



Tension - Cat's Eye, Herkimer Diamond.



Theft - Sardonyx.



Thought - Agate, Carnelian, Marble, Sandstone.



Trauma - Carnelian, Rhodochrosite, Rhodonite.



Transformation - Botswana Agate, alexandrite, Amber, Ametrine, Azurite, Malachite, Clear Quartz, Smokey Quartz, Unakite.



Transition - Lepidolite, Rutilated Quartz.



Tranquillity - Ametrine, Aventurine, Blue calcite, Copal, Emerald, Hematite, Howlite, Jade, Kunzite, Lepidolite, Moonstone, Peacock Ore, Prehnite, Clear Quartz, Rutilated Quartz, Rhodochrosite, Rhodonite, Topaz.



Travel - Jasper, Metorite.



Trust - Lepidolite, Metorite, Sodalite, Turquoise.



Truth - Agate, Apophyllite, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Sodalite, Black Tourmaline.



Turmoil - Aventurine.



Understanding - Agate, Botswana Agate, fire agate, snakeskin agate, Apophyllite, Bloodstone, Citrine, Fluorite, Labradorite, Mica, Moonstone, Apache Tear, Pyrite, Ruby, Sandstone, Soapstone, Sugilite, Tiger Eye, Topaz, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Zircon.



Union - Zircon.



Uplifting - Blue Lace Agate, Amazonite, Amber, Aquamarine, Basalt, Orange calcite, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Lepidolite, Rutilated Quartz, Smokey Quartz, Tiger Eye.



Virtue - Sardonyx.



Visualisation - Ruby.



Visions - Fire Agate, Opal, Pyrite, Blue Tourmaline, Green Tourmaline, Unakite.



Vitality - Hematite, Ruby.



Wealth - Moss Agate, Alexandrite, Amber, Aventurine, Azurite, Green calcite, Chrysocolla, Chrysoprase, Citrine, Diamond, Dolomite, Emerald, Granite, Jade, Jadeite, Jet, Lapis Lazuli, Peridot, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Sardonyx, Tiger Eye, Topaz, Green Tourmaline.



Willpower - Ruby.



Wisdom - Blue Lace Agate, Azurite, Bloodstone, Chrysocolla, Carnelian, Citrine, Diamond, Diopside, Hematite, Jade, Kunzite, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Lepidolite, Clear Quartz, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Sodalite, Sugilite, Turquoise.



Women's problems - Chrysocolla, Moonstone, Red Jasper.



Workplace - Yellow Fluorite.



Worry - Snakeskin Agate, Amazonite, Azurite, Green Obsidian, Green Tourmaline.







Cleansing Crystals

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I personally believe that crystals don’t normally hold negative energy. I believe that crystals can gather negative energy from around them, but do not store it within them, they instead neutralise it, and send it out as positive energy. Being created from the Earth, I believe they contain Earth energies that enable them to work in this way.



However I do believe that if they have negative energy focused into them (being held by a particularly negative person, told that they are an ugly crystal etc.) they may require help neutralising the negative energy and cleansing can help. If you constantly work with the same crystal it may also need to be cleansed so that it can ‘reset’ itself, and work more effectively. I believe that you will feel when your crystals require cleansing, and when you feel it is required, cleanse them.



Many people do not share my view on crystals. There is no right or wrong way to work with crystals, you have to do what you feel is right, and what works well for you. Some people feel that they need to cleanse their crystals often, and do not allow people to touch their crystals. If this is what you feel is right, then it is for you ? If you wish to cleanse your crystals, there are several ways of doing so…



Bury the crystals in the earth for 2 days.

Wash the crystals in seawater.

Wash the crystals in a flowing river.

Leave the crystals in a bowl of water in a thunderstorm.

Leave the crystals in the moonlight overnight.

Leave the crystals in the sunlight all day.

Soak the crystals in a bowl of salt water for 2 days.

Place the crystals in a bowl of lavender flowers for 2 days.

Place the crystal on another crystal. (Clusters work well)

Hold your hands over the crystals and imagine purifying light over them.



You may use one of these, or a combination of a few if you wish. For example, you might like to place the crystals into a bowl of seawater in the sunlight for a day, and then in the moonlight for a night. This will not only cleanse them, but charge them by the Sun and Moon’s energies. You may use other methods of cleansing, these are just a few examples to get you started. Your crystals are now cleansed and ready for use. If you feel your crystals need re-cleansing at any time, repeat the cleansing process as many times as you feel you need to.



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Deity & Elemental Crystals

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Goddess - All pink, white and blue stones, and all Earth , Water, Moon and Venus ruled stones. Eg. Moonstone, Malachite, Chrysocolla, Emerald, Rose Quartz, Peridot, Pink Tourmaline, Aquamarine, Beryl, Kunzite, Turquoise, Blue Tourmaline.



God - All orange, red, gold and yellow stones, and all Fire, Air, Sun and Mars ruled stones. Eg. Citrine, Sunstone, Diamond, Carnelian, Ruby, Garnet, Orange Calcite, Tiger Eye, Topaz, Bloodstone, Red Tourmaline.



Water - Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Jade, Pearl, Lapis Lazuli, Moonstone, Sugilite, Amethyst, Chrysocolla, Rose Quartz, Coral.



Air - Imperial Topaz, Citrine, Mica, Pumice, Aventurine, Clear Quartz, Lepidolite.



Fire - Amber, Obsidian, Rhodochrosite, Ruby, Lava rock, Garnet, Jasper, Citrine, Beryl, Hematite.



Earth - Moss Agate, Emerald, Jet, Black Tourmaline, Agate, Malachite, Obsidian.

Initiations into the Coven... an opinion...
17:01 Mar 25 2015
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If you believe some people, you are not technically a Witch unless you have been initiated into a coven. That is why some people look upon Solitaries as being less powerful as an Initiated Witch, but this isn't so. There is a large number of people who argue: "who initiated the first Witch?" Not all covens require initiation, and some have less formal initiations. Initiations are usually only valid in the coven you are initiated into, and most covens will require you to be initiated into their covens even if you have been in a coven before. There is a difference between being initiated into the craft, and initiated into a coven. When you are initiated into the craft (which can also be done as a self-dedication if you are a solitary), you declare that you are going to follow the Pagan/Wiccan path. When you are initiated into a coven, it basically means you are accepted as a member of their "family" By being initiated into a coven, you are being taught valuable magick lessons, that you might not have access to as a solitary. But that doesn't make Solitaries any less powerful than coven Witches. I will briefly explain initiation.



There are 2 main Traditions in Wicca, Gardenarian and Alexandrian. Because they are branches of Witchcraft, they are strict as to what you can and can't believe in if you want to consider that you follow that set of beliefs), and they insist that you have to be initiated to be a "proper Witch". When you are initiated into a coven, you must go through stages, depending on the particular tradition of the coven. I will explain briefly the usual method for initiation. The actual ceremony changes from coven to coven, but basically the idea is to symbolise the isolation you feel before you join, and then emphasize the feeling of "belonging" and "togetherness" you feel in the coven. Most initiation rites have you sky-clad and usually blindfolded, and your hands tied behind your back. You use usually left in a room, or if outside an area away from the others, for a certain amount of time, during which you should meditate on why you want to join the coven. You will then be brought to the circle, where you will be asked if you are ready. When you answer affirmative, you will be admitted into the circle. There may be “tests” you must pass in order to be initiated, such as knowing certain magickal information, or you may be given an emotional test (which is sometimes referred to as the “Ordeal”)



Covens usually have levels called "Degrees", 1st degree, 2nd degree and 3rd degree. Each coven will have a slightly different process. Some Covens will have you work with them for a period of time (Usually a year and a day) before you are initiated into the 1st degree, and some covens will initiate you into the 1st degree basically straight away. When you first join a coven, you are like a "temporary member". You may be allowed to watch rituals, usually from outside the circle, but you will not be allowed to participate in it. You must dedicate your time to study, with help from other members of the coven. When you are ready to become a "proper" coven member you will be given a first-degree initiation. As a First-degree witch, you can now perform small tasks in the rituals (such as being present in the circle, and aiding in the chanting/raising of energy). A year and a day after this, after more in depth study, you will be initiated into the second degree. A second degree Witch is allowed to perform bigger tasks in the ritual, perhaps aiding in spells and rituals, invoking an element. And you guessed it, a year and a day later, you will be initiated into the 3rd degree. As a third degree Witch, you are now capable of breaking off on your own, and starting a new coven, or staying around as an "elder" if you wish. The year and a day time frame seems to come from the belief that life-death-rebirth follows a cycle of a year and 1 day. Some covens do not use the degree system, and have all the coveners as equals (with the exception Of the High Priestess and High Priest). A priestess or Priest is the name for anyone who follows Paganism or Wicca (some say anyone in a coven). The High Priestess and Priest are the leaders of the coven. (Priestess of course being the female, and Priest being the male)



Magick



I believe that there is no such thing as "Black magic" and "White magic". I believe magic is neutral, it is energy, neither good nor bad, so I believe Witches are just “Witches” not “Black Witches” or “White Witches”. I believe that each witch has the ability to do either magick, and that the "ethical" ones only perform magick for good, and those who are "unethical" perform magick to harm/control others. I think that magick is like electricity, you can use it to turn on a light, to heat food, to keep you warm. You can use the same energy to bake a cake, or electrocute someone. You chose how to use that energy, the energy itself has no direction, no purpose...other than that which you give to it. That is the way I view magick. It is there, all around us, in us, and we can chose the way we harness and use that energy. Almost like "The Force" in Starwars ?



“Black Magick” is negative magick, and “White Magick” is magick done for good. These can be hard to define in some cases though, as magick to bind someone from doing harm is actually harming them, but helping others. I believe that the magick itself has no good or bad, it is the intent that defines if it is Good or Bad. Most people use the term "White Witch" so they do not scare people, Much the same as some people use the term "Wiccan" so that they do not get the negative stereotypes associated with the term "Witch”. All male Witches are called Witches, there are no "Warlocks" or "Wizards" although many men I am sure would love to be called a Wizard (And some invariably do). Warlock actually means "Oath Breaker" and many male Witches would rather not be referred to as such. Wizard is usually a term for a sorcerer or magician rather than a Witch. But male Witches are called "Witches".



Magick has it's origins in many places, Almost every culture has it's own "shamans", "medicine people", "witches" and every other name you can think of for someone gifted with "magick". When I say magick I am not referring to the "watch me pull a rabbit out of my hat" type of magic (Or Illusion as it is technically called), but rather earth magick. (Usually spelled Magick, Majik or Magik to distinguish it from the illusion magic, and possibly to look more occult) Magick is usually defined as "causing a change in an object, person, or situation". Real magick is a natural thing; it is not wiggling your nose, or pointing a finger to zap something. A simple prayer to the God or Goddess for help, is a form of magick. (Wouldn’t Christian ministers shudder to hear me say they are performing magick spells each time they pray, but they are ?) Magick is energy; energy that you can direct into a specific goal in a process called a spell. You send the energy out into the universe, the Astral, Heaven whatever you call it, (like Praying to God), directed for a desired goal (Obtaining your wish), in order to cause a change (to get that wish). Magic therefore may be used for healing, protection, love, success, banishing fear or any other energy you send out, in the hope of achieving your desired effect.



A spell is a Magickal working where we can use various objects, such as candles, herbs and oils, to focus energy and our intent, into a certain situation. The candles and other objects we use are symbolic of the effect we wish to achieve, and they are not strictly necessary. Some people believe that Magick works because you are sending the energy to the Goddess and/or God, and asking them to make it happen (almost like placing an order in a restaurant). Other people believe that you give the situation energy, and that energy makes the desired wish happen (Manifest itself). There is also the opinion that when you send the energy out, you are again placing your "order" (like I described above), you are saying to the Universe/Goddess/God that you are ready to receive your wish, and that the spell itself is making you open to receive it. I do not know how magick works exactly...all I know is that it does.'



History



Pagan religions dated back about 25,000 years. In England it became heretical to be a Witch in 1320, and Illegal in 1541. In 1448 a document called the Malleus Malificarum was commissioned and was used as a sort of handbook for Witch-hunters for over 250 years. It is estimated that between 1400 and 1700 100,000 people were executed for the crime of Witchcraft. As horrible as the “Burning times” (A term for the times in which Witches were put to death for their beliefs) were for Witches, I feel more sorry for the hundreds (Probably thousands) of people who were tried and executed for Witchcraft, who were not actually Witches. A lot of the supposed Witches were simply people who had upset a neighbour or had coincidences which led to their prosecution for Witchcraft. Apparently The Church and all the people associated with the trials got paid for each Witch caught, and the neighbours given first dibs on their land. So it was in their best interests to accuse innocent people of Witchcraft.



I believe this was mostly due to fear on the part of the Christians. Fear of the unknown. Pagan religions tend to be very female centred. They worship a Female deity, revere their women as sacred and wise. Christians (Due to Eve) had a negative image of women, they considered women to be easily persuaded by the devil and to be unclean sinful creatures. Surely finding religions which worshipped a female deity would have gone against the social norms of the Christians, and I believe this also aided the fear and persecution of Witches. I have also heard that at the time of the start to the burning times, a lot of prominent figureheads were assassinated by poisoning. As many of the Witches were healers and had herbal knowledge, they were among the first people to become suspects.



The phrase “Thou shalt not suffer a Witch to live” is apparently a misquote, as the Hebrew “witch” meant prisoner (I have heard Poisoner). I have heard that the main reason for the beginning of the Witch Hunts was because a lot of influential people were being murdered, poisoned.... and the focus then went to anyone capable of creating herbal potions.... Witches. This could explain the Witch-poisioner meaning.



Although Witches were thought to have formed an alliance with the Devil, in reality the Devil did not exist until the Christian Church created it. The Pagan God “The Horned God” is a half man-half goat figure, but does not represent evil of any form. Witches were said to have a mark, a Devil’s mark, so that the Devil could pick out his followers. This mark was searched for during Witch trials. But any wart, birthmark, mole or blemish could be considered to be a Devil’s Mark, and I do not know a person who does not have at least 1 blemish on their skin. I won’t go into detail about the tests and torture methods used. Suffice it to say, many people were tortured and killed because they chose to believe in the “old ways”.



When the Christians started converting people, they soon realised that one of the large parts of the Pagan religions was their celebrations. So they adopted parts of the Pagan ceremonies into their own religious holidays. Christmas for example is not the actual birth date for Jesus (If you believe he existed of course). The Christians admit that they moved the date closer to the Pagan’s Yule celebrations. You’ll also find Pagans have Ostara and Christians have Easter, Pagans have All Hallow’s Eve (Samhain) and Christians have All Saint’s Eve, Pagans have Imbolc and Christians have Candlemas. They formed their own religious holidays around Pagan ones to make the transition to Christianity a bit easier.

The Magical Properties of Herbs
16:55 Mar 25 2015
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Plants, flowers and trees all have their own magickal properties. We can use these properties for healings and spell use. I will refer to them all as "herbs" even though they aren't all in the herb family. They can be used in herbal (“mojo”) bags, in candles, in herbal oils, ground up as an incense and a multitude of other uses. Many of these herbs you will not be able to find easily, some are more prevalent in England and America where most of the herbal books are written, however there are other herbs you can use when you haven't got the "right" one.



The basic herbal substitutions are: Rose for any flower, Rosemary for any Herb, Tobacco for poisonous plant, Sandalwood for any wood, Frankincense for any gum. (also oils and the fresh/dried herb are interchangable)



If you are working on a oil, or a herbal bag, and want the herb for its scent, then work out a herb that smells similar and use that. The lists of the magickal properties for the herbs give a few options, you can use one, two, or all of those herbs if you wish to.



When you pick plants, you should always thank their spirit. Basically you are saying that you thank them for their service to you. You should only take as much of the plant as you need, and you should never pick small plants, remember to leave enough of the plant so that it can regenerate itself Some people like to leave an offering at the base of the tree/plant, something like a crystal or perhaps some organic matter to feed the plant.



Oils & Herbs - Basically, any essential oil or herbal infused oil will have the same properties as the plant it was derived from. Some people use fragrant oils for anointing candles etc. This is fine, as long as you realise that fragrant oils themselves have no magickal properties (Unless you add crystals and herbs to them). Although they will work by you associating the smell of rose with love, or the smell of eucalyptus with healing. Fragrant oils will have the same effect as a naturally derived essential oil only if you put the energy into the oil to make it so, it will just be your energy, not the energy of the oil itself that does the magick. If you cannot afford Essential oils, you can make your own herbal infused oils by putting the herb into a jar of oil and leave it sit for a week, or until the oil has absorbed the scent of the herb. The oil can be used to anoint candles etc.



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Magical Properties of Herbs



Courage: Dragon’s blood, frankincense, thyme, yarrow, geranium, black cohosh, borage, mullein, poke, basil, chives, honeysuckle, horseradish, rose geranium, nettle, pepper, tarragon, cedar, musk, thyme.



Happiness: St John’s wort, catnip, Hawthorne, mint, meadowsweet, lavender, celandine, hyacinth, marjoram, apple blossom, citron, feverfew, frankincense, sesame



Healing, juniper, lemonbalm, rose, sandalwood, chamomile, myrrh, bay, blackberry, burdock, cedar, fennel, garlic, narcissus, onion, hops, rosemary, vervain, coriander, eucalyptus, peppermint, sage, rue, nutmeg, oak, angelica, ash, violet, hyssop, pine, mugwort, poppy seed, amaranth, anemone, spearmint, thistle, apple, balm of Gilead, carnation, cinnamon, lavender.



Love: clove, copal, coriander, dragon’s blood, juniper, rose, aster, yarrow, lovage, lavender, lemonbalm, Orange, orris, peppermint, dill, marshmallow, sorrel, vervain, ylang ylang, apple, basil, betony, chamomile, tansy, vanilla, gardenia, jasmine, orchid, poppy, lemon verbena, caraway, myrtle, raspberry, violet, chickweed, cinnamon, cumin, meadowsweet, geranium, ginger, hibiscus, lemon, lime, marjoram, mastic, tormentil, mimosa, Neroli, palmarosa, rosemary, thyme, tonka, valerian, vetiver



Luck: Calamus, orange, rose, allspice, fennel, grains of paradise, hazel, heather, Irish moss, nutmeg, orange, poppyseed, spikenard, star anise, tonka, vetivert, violet, clover, comfrey, fern, horsetail, shamrock.



Lust: Clove, patchouli, peppermint, ambergris, caraway, cinnamon, civet, deer’s tongue, ginger, ginseng, grains of paradise, hibiscus, lemongrass, nettle, olive, parsley, rosemary, saffron, sesame, tuberose, vanilla, yerba mate.



Money: Calamus, clove, galangal, Orange, patchouli, elder, vervain, mustard seeds, allspice, almond, basil, bergamot mint, chamomile, cedarwood, cinnamon, cinquefoil, clover, dill, myrtle, nutmeg, oakmoss, peppermint, pine, sage, sassafras, tonka, vetivert, wood aloe, woodruff, comfrey, ginger, honeysuckle, spearmint, wheat, bryony, high John the conqueror, hyssop, jasmine.



Peace: Lavender, cumin, gardenia, lilac, magnolia, meadowsweet, narcissus, pennyroyal, tuberose, violet



Psychic: Clove, galangal., mace, Orange, orris, flax, peppermint, rose, hibiscus, lily, wormwood, borage, honeysuckle, acacia gum, anise, poplar, bay, camphor, cassia, cinnamon, gardenia, heliotrope, lemongrass, lilac, marjoram, gum mastic, mugwort, nutmeg, saffron, star anise, thyme, tuberose, yarrow, citron, cypress, tangerine.



Protection: calamus, mullein, peony, geranium, rose, rosemary, St john’s wort, snap dragon, clove, copal, cypress, dragon’s blood, heliotrope, cyclamen, eucalyptus, wormwood, vervain, frankincense, cedarwood, garlic, galangal, juniper, lavender, myrrh, orris, hyssop, woodruff, violet, patchouli, rose, acacia, agrimony, angelica, lilac, vetiver, valerian, sage, anise, ash, birch, broom, dogwood, dill, thistle, sandalwood, mistletoe, Arabic gum, asafoetida, balm of Gilead, basil, bay, bergamot mint, pine, pennyroyal, black pepper, caraway, carnation, cedar, cinnamon, clover, cumin, rue, peppermint, fennel, fern, flax, lilac, lotus, mandrake, marigold, mimosa.



Purification: Benzoin, calamus, copal, eucalyptus, frankincense, lavender, myrrh, peppermint, sandalwood, valerian, vervain, sage, iris, thistle, yucca, anise, gum Arabic, bay, chamomile, camphor, cedar, cinnamon, fennel, hyssop, lemon, lemon verbena, lime, mimosa, musk, parsley, pine, rosemary, thyme, tobacco, elder, basil, dragon’s blood, lavage, orange, peppermint, rue, saffron, solomon’s seal.



Beauty: catnip, ginseng, maidenhair fern, yerba santa, avocado pit, dried cucumber peel.



Employment: devil’s shoestring, lucky hand, pecan, almond.



Divination: Broom, camphor, dandelion, hibiscus, meadowsweet, orris, pomegranate, mugwort, dragon’s blood, bay, black willow, cherry, fig, orange, rowan, hazelwood, anise, ash, bistort, chicory, cinnamon, cinquefoil, eyebright, goldenrod, gum mastic, juniper, marigold, nutmeg, patchouli, yarrow, rose, rosemary, sandalwood, star anise, thyme, wormwood.



Friendship: Lemongrass, sweetpea, passion flower.



Mental ability: Eyebright, horehound, mustard seed, periwinkle, rosemary, thyme, basil.



Sleep: Agrimony, chamomile, hops, lavender, passion flower, peppermint, valerian, clary sage, clove, jasmine, lemonbalm, meadowsweet, myrrh, sweet cicely, wisteria.



Strength: carnation, mulberry, pennyroyal, oak, saffron.



Spirituality: Frankincense, gardenia, heather, Sandalwood, myrrh, gum arabic, cassia, cinnamon, copal, gardenia, jasmine, heliotrope, lotus, pine, sage, wood aloe.



Success/prosperity: Cinnamon, patchouli, chamomile, bay, bergamot, chamomile, lovage, marigold, rosemary, rue, saffron, sweet pea, benzoin.



Wisdom: Bodhi, iris, sage, yew, willow, agrimony, borage, chervil, endive, cumin, hyssop, thyme, violet.



Banishing: Black willow, hellebore, clove, pine, lemon, sage, myrrh, frankincense.



Enchantment: Elderberry, elfswort, lavender



Magickal power: Allspice, carnation, dragon’s blood, ginger, gum mastic, tarragon, vanilla, elder, nutmeg, bay, mace, garlic.



Prophetic dreams: Camphor, cinquefoil, heliotrope, jasmine, marigold, mimosa, rose, angelica, mugwort, rose, onion, vanilla, carrot, grape.



Fertility: Fig. Geranium, mustard, patchouli, peach, poppy, dandelion, hazelnuts, ash.



Communication: Caraway, dill, fennel, lavender, lemon verbena, sweet marjoram, black mustard, white mustard, parsley, savoury, lilac, basil.



Travel: Caraway, dill, fennel, lavender, lemon verbena, sweet marjoram, black mustard, hedge mustard, white mustard, parsley, savoury, mint, catmint, chives.



Abundance: Alfalfa, cinnamon, ginger, sandalwood, saffron, vanilla.



Adaptation: Apple, rosemary



Creativity: angelica, nutmeg, lunar herbs



Blessing: elder berries, elder flowers, petals and seeds



Cleansing: pine, lemon, hyssop, cinnamon, sandalwood.



Conscious mind: rosemary



Dedication: grapes, celery, vanilla



Discernment: bay, mint, saffron, peach, jasmine, rose



Doubt: rose, gardenia



Ecology: soil, leaves



Energy: carnation, ginger, bread



Fear: tea, thyme, mullein, dandelion, hazelnuts, ash



Forgiveness: coconut, lavender, mint, parsley



Foundations: soil, seedlings, roots







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Herbs of the Zodiac

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The 12 signs of the Zodiac all have their own herbs



Aries: Rosemary, Marjoram, Garlic, Horseradish, Cowslip, Bay, Cinnamon, Clove, Clover, Coriander, Dragons blood, Feverfew, Ginger, Juniper, Mustard, Myrrh, Nettle, Frankincense.



Taurus: Mint, Thyme, Coltsfoot, Lovage, Cinquefoil, Daisy, Dandelion, Fern, lime, Linden, Lungwort, Mandrake, Onion, Orris root, Sage, Sorrel, Wintergreen, Myrtle.



Gemini: Parsley, Lavender, Dill, Caraway, Mulberry, Angelica, Asafoetida, Bergamot, Betony, Honeysuckle, Meadowsweet, Mint, Oregano, Vervain, Thyme, Tansy.



Cancer: Agrimony, Lemonbalm, Daisy, Cucumber, Angelica, Anise, Dill, Lemonbalm, Camphor, Caraway, Catnip, Chervil, Hyssop, Jasmine, Mandrake, Mugwort, Peppermint, Violet, Wormwood, Honeysuckle.



Leo: Bay, Borage, Chamomile, Saffron, Rue, Almond, Anise, Angelica, Arnica, Burdock, Camphor, Daffodil, Dill, Fennel, Frankincense, Heliotrope, Galangal, Lavender, Lemon, Marigold, Mint, Mistletoe, Eyebright, Saffron, Parsley.



Virgo: Fennel, Savoury, Southernwood, Valerian, Barley, Skullcap, Sandalwood, Chicory, Patchouli, Ginseng, Mandrake.



Scorpio: Basil, Tarragon, Barberry, Acacia, Cowslip, Blackthorn, Wormwood, Pennyroyal, Lily, Gotu Kola, Ivy, Horehound, Lady’s mantle, Storax.



Sagittarius: Sage, Chervil, Agrimony, Aloe, Sandalwood, Rowan, Cedarwood, Beech, Betony, Birch, Elder, Hawthorn, Feverfew, Nutmeg, Oak.



Capricorn: Comfrey, Sorrel, Solomon’s seal, Benzoin, Buttercup, Cassia, Witchhazel, Marjoram, Copal, Pine, Plantain, Poppy.



Aquarius: Elder, Mullein, Barley, Borage, Spikenard, St John’s Wort, Cypress, Fennel, Peppermint, Frankincense, Iris, Myrrh.



Pisces: Bilberries, Meadowsweet, Rosehips, Lungwort, Geranium, Lily of the Valley, Lotus, Storax, Verbena, Willow, Seaweed, Moss, Fern.



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Herbal Substitutions

.When you can't find the right ingredient, you can substitute the following herbs. As a basic guide use Rosemary for any other herb, Rose for any flower, either Frankincense or Copal for any gum resin and Tobacco for any poisonous herb.





Acacia /Acacia Gum = Gum Arabic

Aconite = Tobacco

Arabic Gum = Frankincense, Gum Mastic, Gum Tragacanth (For Binding Wet Ingredients, Not For Incense)

Ammoniac Gum = Asafetida

Asafetida = Tobacco, Valerian

Balm Of Gilead = Rose Buds, Gum Mastic

Bdellium , Gum = Copal, Pine Resin, Dragons Blood

Belladonna = Tobacco

Benzoin = Gum Arabic, Gum Mastic

Cachana = Angelica Root

Carnation = Rose Petals Anointed With A Few Drops Of Clove Oil

Cassia = Cinnamon

Castor Bean = A Few Drops Of Castor Oil

Cedar = Sandalwood

Cinquefoil = Clover, Trefoil

Citron = Equal Parts Of Orange Peel & Lemon Peel

Clove = Mace, Nutmeg

Clover = Cinquefoil

Copal = Frankincense, Cedar

Cowbane = Tobacco

Cypress = Juniper, Pine Needles

Deerstongue = Tonka Bean (Not For Internal Use), Woodruff, Vanilla

Dittany Of Crete = Gum Mastic

Dragons Blood = Equal Parts Of Red Sandalwood And Frankincense

Eucalyptus Oil = Camphor Oil, Lavender Oil

Euphorbium = Tobacco

Frankincense = Copal, Pine Resin

Galangal = Ginger Root

Grains Of Paradise = Black Pepper

Gum Ammoniac = Asafetida

Gum Bdellium = Copal, Pine Resin, Dragons Blood

Hellebore = Tobacco, Nettle

Hemlock = Tobacco

Hemp = Nutmeg; Damiana, Star Anise, Bay

Henbane = Tobacco

Hyssop = Lavender

Ivy = Cinquefoil

Jasmine = Rose

Juniper = Pine

Lavender = Rose

Lemongrass = Lemon Peel

Lemon Peel = Lemongrass

Lemon Verbena = Lemongrass, Lemon Peel

Mace = Nutmeg

Mandrake = Tobacco

Mastic Gum = Gum Arabic, Frankincense

Mint (Any Sort) = Sage

Mistletoe = Mint, Sage

Mugwort = Wormwood

Neroli Oil = Orange Oil

Nightshade = Tobacco

Nutmeg = Mace, Cinnamon

Oakmoss = Patchouli

Orange = Tangerine Peel

Orange Flowers = Orange Peel

Patchouli = Oakmoss

Peppermint = Spearmint

Pepperwort = Rue, Grains Of Paradise, Black Pepper

Pine = Juniper

Pine Resin = Frankincense, Copal

Red Sandalwood = Sandalwood Mixed With A Pinch Of Dragons Blood

Rose = Yarrow

Rose Geranium = Rose

Rue = Rosemary Mixed With A Pinch Of Black Pepper

Saffron = Orange Peel

Sandalwood = Cedar

Sarsaparilla = Sassafras

Sassafras = Sarsaparilla

Spearmint = Peppermint

Sulfur = Tobacco, Club Moss, Asafetida

Thyme = Rosemary

Tobacco = Bay

Tonka Bean = Vanilla

Trefoil = Cinquefoil

Valerian = Asafetida

Vanilla = Woodruff, Deerstongue, Tonka Bean

Vetivert = Calamus

Wolfsbane = Tobacco

Wood Aloe = Sandalwood Sprinkled With Ambergris Oil

Woodruff = Deerstongue, Vanilla

Wormwood = Mugwort

Yew = Tobacco



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The Magical Properties of Herbs

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Herbs and their Properties



A |B |C|D|E |F|G|H |I|J|K|L|M|N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X |Y|Z



Absinthe(Wormwood): POISIONOUS DO NOT BURN INDOORS. divination, scrying, protection, Moon, mars, psychic awareness, animals, aphrodisiac, clairvoyance, determination, exorcism, love, opposition, psychic development, spell breaking, transformation.



Acacia (Gum Arabic): Psychic powers, meditation, offering on altar, prosperity, harmony, increase power of spells, money, peace, protection, growth, tranquillity.



Agrimony (Church Steeples, Cocklebur, Philanthropos, Sticklewort): Protection, return spells to their sender, insomnia, prosperity, luck, money, psychic protection, wealth.



Alfalfa:Prosperity, Anti-hunger, Money



Allspice (Pimento, Jamaica Pepper): Prosperity, luck, money, healing, compassion, determination, fertility, gain, love, renewal.



Almond: Aphrodisiac, compassion, fertility, love, prosperity, wealth.



Althea (Marshmallow): Clairvoyance, determination, harmony, peace, psychic development, tranquillity.



Angelica (Archangel, Masterwort): Ward off negativity, protection, Divination, Exorcism, Healing, Visions, prosperity, love, spell breaking, success, wisdom.



Anise (Aniseed):Purification, protection, entices spirits to aid in spells, divination, love, passion, Preventing nightmares, psychic development, psychic protection, Clairvoyance,cleansing, consecration, fertility, gain, good luck, happiness, money, weddings



Apple:love, healing, bury in ground at Samhain to feed spirits as they pass over, Garden Magic, Immortality



Arrow Root (Yarrow): Divination, love, marriage, negativity, defence, protection, animals, clairvoyance, consecration, endings, exorcism, fertility, luck, increase the power of a spell, longevity, psychic protection, release, spell breaking, weddings.



Artemesia (Wormwood, Absinthe): POISIONOUS DO NOT BURN INDOORS. divination, scrying, protection, Moon, mars, psychic awareness, animals, aphrodisiac, clairvoyance, determination, exorcism, love, opposition, psychic development, spell breaking, transformation.



Asafoetida (Devil’s Dung, Food of the Gods): Consecration, endings, exorcism, opposition, protection, release, spell breaking, hex breaking, curse breaking

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Balm of Gilead (Mecca Balsam, Poplar Buds): Inspiration, knowledge, love, protection, strength, virility, wisdom.



Basil (American Dittany, Witches’ Herb, Alabahaca): protection, wealth, love, repels negativity, mars, Scorpio, exorcism, soothing strife between lovers, purifying, lust, clairvoyance, consecration, divination, fertility, fidelity, happiness, harmony, honesty, money, passion, peace, prosperity, spell breaking, strength, success.



Bay (Daphne, Laurel): Psychic powers, purification, wishes, wisdom, protection, Sun, strength, prophecy, healing, lightning, negativity, clairvoyance, consecration, divination, exorcism, luck, harmony, inspiration, knowledge, love, memory, money, peace, release, spell breaking, tranquillity, transformation.



Benzoin (Sumatra Gum, Spice Bush): Purification, Prosperity, Sun, Leo, success, energy, magical power, astral Projection, exorcism, harmony, inspiration, knowledge, love, money, peace, protection, psychic protection, spell breaking, tranquillity, wisdom.



Birch: Protection, purification, Health, Beginnings, prosperity, cleansing.



Blackberry:Protection, health, prosperity, make into pies for Lammas, Money,



Boneset (Comfrey): Healing, travel, Saturn, rulership, money, endings, exorcism, protection, release, safe travel, spell breaking



Broom: Purification, protection, compassion, consecration, exorcism, passion, protection, psychic powers and protection, spell breaking, weather, weddings.



Burdock (Cocklebur, Hardock, Beggar’s buttons): negativity, purification, protection, Animals, compassion, consecration, exorcism, love, protection, spell breaking.





Calendula:protection, prophetic dreams, legal matters



Caraway:Aphrodisiac, fertility, fidelity, gain, honesty, love, memory, passion, theft, protection, Sensuality, lust, health.



Carnation (Dianthus): protection, altar offering to Goddess, strength, healing.



Cassia (Senna, Chinese Cinnamon): Aphrodisiac, clairvoyance, consecration, divination, luck, harmony, increase power of a spell, inspiration, knowledge, love, money, passion, peace, protection, psychic development, tranquillity, wealth, wisdom.



Catnip (Catmint): love, cat magic, beauty, happiness, Animals, dreams, harmony, peace, sleep, tranquillity.



Cedar:Purifying, healing, Sun, money, protection, psychic powers, love, clairvoyance, consecration, divination, gain, longevity, prosperity, strength, success, wealth, money.



Chamomile: Meditation, rest, purification, calming, prosperity, God incense, Sun, water, love, money, luck, beauty, determination, dreams, luck, harmony, meditation, money, peace, tranquillity, wealth.



Cinnamon:Spiritual and psychic powers, protection, success, Sun, money, healing, love, lust, aphrodisiac, clairvoyance, consecration, divination, luck, harmony, increase power of a spell, inspiration, knowledge, passion, peace, prosperity, protection, tranquillity, wealth, wisdom, strength.



Cinquefoil (Five Finger Grass): Prosperity, protection, purification, divination dreams, clairvoyance, divination, exorcism, increase the power of a spell, inspiration, knowledge, love, money, spell breaking, wealth, wisdom.



Clary sage:Clairvoyance, consecration, divination, harmony, inspiration, knowledge, love, peace, prosperity, protection, psychic development, retention, tranquillity, wealth, wisdom.



Clove: Wealth, purification, divination, negativity, money, protection, aphrodisiac, clairvoyance, exorcism, psychic protection, spell breaking, gossip, protection, love, money.



Comfrey (Boneset): Healing, travel, Saturn, rulership, money, endings, exorcism, protection, release, safe travel, spell breaking.



Copal (Mexican Frankincense): Sun, heart's ease, clearing, uplifting, protection, exorcism, spirituality, love, consecration, increase the power of a spell, meditation.



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Daffodil:Love, fertility, luck.



Damiana:lust, visions, love, increase power of a spell, psychic development, sensuality.



Dandelion (Cankerwort, Lion’s tooth, Wild Endive): divination, wishes, calling spirits, animals, Luck, psychic development.



Devil's eye (Elder): SEEDS ARE POISONOUS. exorcism, protection, healing, negativity, blessings, cleansing, offerings, Clairvoyance, compassion, consecration, divination, love, Psychic protection, transformation.. (Some say the wood should not be burned as it is scared to Hecate)



Devil’s Dung (Asafoetida): Consecration, endings, exorcism, opposition, protection, release, spell breaking, hex breaking, curse breaking



Dill: wealth, protection, love, determination, dreams, fertility, gain, harmony, peace, psychic protection, retention, rest, sleep, tranquillity, money, lust, luck.



Dittany (Dittany of Crete, Greek Mint): Clairvoyance, divination, happiness, materialisation, meditation, psychic development, visions.



Dragon's blood (Blume, Socotrine, Zanzibar Drop): Mars, power, courage, love, protection, exorcism, potency, sexual energy, animals, consecration, fidelity, luck, honesty, increase power of a spell, money, psychic protection, strength, virility.

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Echinacea:Strengthen spells.



Elder (Devil’s Eye, Elderberry, Tree of Doom): SEEDS ARE POISONOUS. negativity, blessings, cleansing, offerings, Clairvoyance, compassion, consecration, divination, love, protection, Psychic protection, transformation, exorcism, healing, sleep, healing, prosperity. (Some say the wood should not be burned as it is scared to Hecate)



Elecampane (Elf Dock, Elfwort, Velvet Dock, Wild Sunflower, Horse Heal): Animals, attraction, beauty, love.



Eucalyptus (Dinkum, Blue Gum): protection, healing, consecration, renewal.



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Fern: protection, sacred to God, bring rain, luck, wealth, longevity, youth, health, exorcism.



Fennel:Mercury, purification, protection, healing, ward off evil, negative energy, confidence, courage, fertility, love, psychic protection, strength.



Frankincense (Olibanum): Protection, blessing, spirituality, meditation, power, sun, loyalty, purification, exorcism, courage, clairvoyance, consecration, divination, luck, increase power of a spell, inspiration, knowledge, psychic development, psychic protection, spell breaking, success, transformation, wisdom.



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Galangal (African Ju Ju Powder, Catarrh Root, China Root, Low John): Mars, health, protection, luck, money, psychic powers, breaking hexes, Consecration, divine intervention, exorcism, increase the power of a spell, law, love, psychic protection, spell breaking.



Garlic:Sacred to Hecate, flowers as altar offering. protection, healing, aphrodisiac, clairvoyance, confidence, consecration, courage, divination, exorcism, longevity, money, opposition, spell breaking, gossip, strength, success, theft, lust.



Ginger:Love, success, money, power, mars, aphrodisiac, passion, psychic development, psychic protection, sensuality.



Ginseng (Man-root, Tartar Root): Aphrodisiac, gain, love, longevity, money, renewal, strength, wishes, healing, beauty, lust, protection.



Grains of Paradise (Cardamon, Guinea Pepper, Love Pods): Aphrodisiac, fertility, gain, luck, happiness, love, success.



Gum Arabic (Acacia): Psychic powers, meditation, offering on altar, prosperity, harmony, increase power of spells, money, peace, protection, growth, tranquillity.



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Hawthorn:Fertility, magic, protection, chastity, happiness.



Hazel:healing, protection, Wisdom, luck, fertility, lightning, wishes.



Heather: red to start or end affair, white for protection, purple for spiritual development.



Henna (Alcanna, Medudi): Beauty, gain, gentleness, renewal, healing, change.



Holly:Enhances Magic, dream magic, mars, Yule, Protection against storms, clairvoyance, consecration, divination, protection, renewal, transformation, virility, luck.



Honeysuckle:Animals, clairvoyance, determination, divination, fidelity, luck, honesty, inspiration, secrets, knowledge, love, memory, money, peace of mind, theft, prosperity, psychic development, retention, strength, weddings, wealth, wisdom, protection.



Hypericum (St. John’s Wort): Negativity, health, willpower, protection, happiness, strength, animals, confidence, courage, exorcism, luck, increase power of a spell, opposition, psychic protection, spell breaking, success



Hyssop: Purification, negativity, consecration, money, prosperity, protection, psychic development, wealth, psychic protection.



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Iris:Wisdom, purification.



IrishMoss (Sea spirit, Sea Moss, Chondrus): Luck, money, protection, rain.



Iris Root (Orris Root):divination, Venus, peace, detachment, love, protection, psychic awareness, exorcism, spell breaking, gossip.



Ivy: Fertility, Love, healing, protection.





Jalap (High John the Conqueror): Commanding, consecration, gambling, luck, love, money, opposition, prosperity, protection, success, wealth.



Jasmine:Aphrodisiac, dreams, fertility, happiness, love, meditation, passion, prosperity, rest, sensuality, sleep, money, astral projection.



Juniper: Freedom, far away places, romance, healing, love, exorcism, theft, protection, psychic powers, animals, aphrodisiac, fertility, gain, secrets, retention, strength.





Karaya (Sterculia): Fertility, Gain.



Kelp: Wind spells, protection, psychic powers.



Khus Khus (Vetiver): Love, wealth, negativity, luck, increase the power of a spell, protection, success, virility.



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Lady’s Mantle (Lion’s Foot, Stelleria, Nine Hooks): animals, beauty, compassion, gentleness, modesty, weddings.



Lavender (Asarum, Elf Leaf, Nardus): Purification, peace, love, psychic awareness, Mercury, balance, clarity, sanity, happiness, protection, longevity, divination, study, visualisation, concentration, aphrodisiac, clairvoyance, luck, harmony, secrets, memory, money, peace, psychic development, retention, tranquillity, virility, sleep, chastity.



Lemonbalm (Melissa): Success, health, love, moon, fertility, prophecy, psychic powers, lust, compassion, endings, gentleness, happiness, longevity, psychic development, release.



Lemongrass:psychic powers, lust, clairvoyance, divination, fidelity, honesty, strength, repel snakes.



Lemon verbena (Verbena, Herb Louisa, Cedron): love, purification, dreams, exorcism, happiness, harmony, increase power of a spell, peace, prevent nightmares, protection, rest, sleep, spell breaking, success.



Lilac:Clairvoyance, divination, gentleness, harmony, love, memory, modesty, peace, psychic development, psychic protection, recall past lives, tranquillity, exorcism, protection.



Lily:Protection, Breaking Love spells.



Lily of the Valley (Jacob’s Ladder, May Bells, Our Lady’s Tears): Gentleness, happiness, modesty, protection.



Lovage:Aphrodisiac, consecration, love, money, protection, psychic protection.



Low John the conqueror (Galangal): Mars, health, protection, luck, money, psychic powers, breaking hexes, Consecration, divine intervention, exorcism, increase the power of a spell, law, love, psychic protection, spell breaking



Lucky Hand (Orchid root): Aphrodisiac, beauty, exorcism, luck, money, psychic protection, spell breaking, success.



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Mace: psychic power, mercury, psychic powers, intellect, fertility, gain, luck, love, protection.



Maidenhair (Five finger Fern, Rock Fern, Venus’s Hair): Aphrodisiac, beauty, gentleness, harmony, love, modesty, peace, tranquillity.



Mandrake (Herb of Circe, May Apple): Animals, aphrodisiac, fertility, love, money, prosperity, protection, psychic development, sensuality, virility, wealth, health.



Marigold (Calendula, Verrucaria): Marriage spells, clairvoyant dreams, protection, psychic Powers, luck, happiness, memory, money, peace of mind, prosperity, sleep, renewal, success, wealth, legal matters.



Marjoram (wintersweet): love, protection, wealth, mercury, animals, happiness, harmony, peace, psychic development, psychic protection, tranquillity, weddings, money.



Meadowsweet (Gravel Root, Trumpet Weed): peace, happiness, love, tranquillity, gentleness, luck, harmony, love, money, peace, weddings.



Mint:protection, prosperity, money, luck, travel, Venus, mercury,(peppermint = mars), exorcism, lust, healing, love, psychism, purification, clairvoyance.



Mistletoe (Golden Bough, All Heal, Loranthus): protection, exorcism, love, fertility, animals, consecration, fertility, gain, luck, psychic protection, renewal, success, virility, health. {poisonous}



Motherwort (Lion’s ear): Animals, compassion, dreams, fertility, gentleness, happiness, harmony, love, peace, sleep, tranquillity.



Mugwort (Moxa, Artemesia, Witch Herb): Divination, rub on crystal balls to enhance strength, Protection for travellers, psychic powers, astral projection, prophetic dreams, aphrodisiac, clairvoyance, longevity, theft, protection, sleep, strength, healing.



Mullein:protection, divination, health, courage, love, exorcism.



Mustard:Health, protection, fertility, aphrodisiac, exorcism, fertility, gain, love, passion, success, virility, money, wealth, prosperity, mental powers.



Myrrh:Protection, negativity, purification, consecration, moon, laying to rest, resurrection, exorcism, spirituality, compassion, endings, exorcism, luck, happiness, prosperity, psychic protection, release, spell breaking, success, transformation, wealth, healing.



Myrtle (Bayberry): Aphrodisiac, compassion, fertility, happiness, longevity, love, money, prosperity, wealth, weddings.



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Neroli (Orange Blossom): beauty, fertility, luck, happiness, love, money, prosperity, wealth, weddings.



Nettle (Stinging Nettle): exorcism, protection, healing, lust, aphrodisiac, exorcism, protection, psychic protection, spell breaking.



Nutmeg (Calabach): prosperity, aphrodisiac, clairvoyance, divination, dreams, fertility, gain, love, meditation, money, protection, psychic development, sleep



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Oak:God symbols, Purification, Fertility, Power, Balance, Protection, Success, Acorns for wealth, Health, confidence, courage, longevity, opposition, prosperity, retention, strength, virility, money, healing, potency, luck.



Oakmoss: luck, protection, clairvoyance, divination, exorcism, spell breaking.



Onion (Victory root): aphrodisiac, clairvoyance, consecration, divination, exorcism, opposition, protection, spell breaking, gossip, success, healing, money, prophetic dreams, lust.



Olibanum (Frankincense): Protection, blessing, spirituality, meditation, power, sun, loyalty, purification, exorcism, courage, clairvoyance, consecration, divination, luck, increase power of a spell, inspiration, knowledge, psychic development, psychic protection, spell breaking, success, transformation, wisdom



Orange: love, fortune and divination, beauty, fertility, luck, happiness, money, prosperity, wealth, weddings.



Orange Blossom (Neroli): beauty, fertility, luck, happiness, love, money, prosperity, wealth, weddings.



Oregano (Wild Marjoram, Origanum): animals, happiness, harmony, love, peace, protection, psychic development, growth, tranquillity, weddings.



Orchid Root (Lucky Hand, Salep): Aphrodisiac, beauty, exorcism, luck, money, psychic protection, spell breaking, success.



Orris root (Iris root): divination, Venus, peace, detachment, love, protection, psychic awareness, exorcism, spell breaking, gossip.



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Parsley: purification, protection, mercury, lust, Persephone, aphrodisiac, clairvoyance, divination, happiness, meditation, psychic development, love.



Patchouli (graveyard Dust): Incense for wealth, fertility, Earth and underworld, money, lust, clairvoyance, divination, exorcism, increase the power of spells, love, memory, peace of mind, protection, psychic development, sensuality, spell breaking.



Pennyroyal (Mosquito plant, Squaw Mint): protection, peace, strength, endings, harmony, love, peace, protection, release, tranquillity.



Pepper:protection, negativity, exorcism.



Peppermint (Lammint): Animals, aphrodisiac, consecration, dreams, endings, luck, happiness, love, money, prosperity, protection, psychic development, release, renewal, rest, sleep, transformation, wealth, purification, healing, psychic powers, divination.



Pimento (Allspice): Prosperity, luck, money, healing, compassion, determination, fertility, gain, love, renewal.



Pine (Evergreen): purification, cleansing, Prosperity, wealth, animals, clairvoyance, compassion, consecration, divination, fertility, protection, psychic protection, strength, healing, fertility, exorcism, money.



Plantain (Ripple Grass, Snakeweed): Animals, fertility, gain, honesty, love, protection, gossip, Transformation, healing, strength, snake repelling.



Pomegranate (Chinese apple): Fertility, gain, prosperity, renewal, retention, divination, luck, wishes, wealth.



Poppy (Headache, Manseed, Corn Rose): Clairvoyance, compassion, consolation, divination,dreams, fertility, gain, harmony, love, peace, prosperity, rest, sleep, tranquillity, wealth, money, luck, invisibility.



Purple Clover (Red Clover): Animals, luck, money, opposition, protection, psychic protection, gossip, strength.



Primrose (Fairy Cups, Password, English Cowslip): Spring Equinox, Venus, protection, love, emotions, hope, promise, affection, animals, compassion, dreams, harmony, longevity, renewal, rest, sleep, gossip, tranquillity.



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Quassia (Bitter Ash, Bitterwood): Compassion, endings, love, protection, release.





Red Clover (Trefoil, Wild Clover, Purple Clover): Animals, luck, money, opposition, protection, psychic protection, gossip, strength.



Rose:Love, psychic power, Venus, healing, divination, psychism, luck, protection, aphrodisiac, beauty, clairvoyance, compassion, consecration, harmony, longevity, memory, peace, peace of mind, retention, tranquillity, transformation, weddings.



Rose Geranium: Animals, aphrodisiac, confidence, consecration, courage, exorcism, love, passion, protection, psychic protection, sensuality, spell breaking.



Rosemary: Purification, negativity, love, protection, health, blessing, consecration, Sun, lust, insight, Fidelity, aphrodisiac, confidence, courage, endings, fertility, luck, happiness, honesty, inspiration, knowledge, longevity, meditation, memory, peace of mind, theft, psychic development, release, strength.



Rowan:knowledge, divination, protection, Enhances Magic, Inspiration.



Rue (Herb of Grace, Herb of Repentance): Blessing, consecration, protection, health, compassion, Consecration, luck, karma, longevity, love, psychic protection, psychic development, spell breaking.



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Safflower (American Saffron, Beggar’s Crocus): Clairvoyance, divination, exorcism, psychic development, spell breaking.



Sage (Salvia, Sawge): protection, wisdom, health, Jupiter, money, longevity, wishes, purification, aphrodisiac, clairvoyance, consecration, divination, harmony, inspiration, knowledge, love, meditation, peace, prosperity, psychic development, psychic protection, retention, tranquillity, wealth, weddings.



St. John's wort (Hypericum, Goat Weed, Amber): Negativity, health, willpower, protection, happiness, strength, animals, confidence, courage, exorcism, luck, increase power of a spell, opposition, psychic protection, spell breaking, success.



Sandalwood: Protection, full moon, negativity, spirit offering, spirituality, exorcism, wishes, clairvoyance, consecration, divination, luck, meditation, psychic development, success.



Solomon's seal (Dropberry, Sealroot, Sealwort, St. Mary’s seal): Protection, offering to Elements, consecration, exorcism, luck, inspiration, knowledge, money, prosperity,psychic development, psychic protection, spell breaking, success, wisdom, wealth.



Spearmint (Sage of Bethlehem, Green Spine): Animals, aphrodisiac, consecration, dreams, endings, luck, happiness, love, money, prosperity, protection, psychic development,release, renewal, rest, sleep, transformation, wealth.



Star Anise (Chinese Anise, Badiana): Psychic power, fortune, aphrodisiac, clairvoyance, consecration, divination, fertility, gain, luck, love, money, nightmares, protection,psychic development, psychic protection.



Storax (Styrax, Amber, Neteph, Stracte): commanding, consecration, exorcism, increase the power of a spell, protection, psychic protection, spell breaking, strength, success.



Sumatra Gum (Benzoin): Purification, Prosperity, Sun, Leo, success, energy, magical power, astral Projection, exorcism, harmony, inspiration, knowledge, love, money, peace, protection, psychic protection, spell breaking, tranquillity, wisdom..



Sun Flower (Marigold of Peru): Wishes, fertility, wisdom, healing, truth, clairvoyance, divination, dreams, fertility, gain, divination, dreams, fertility, gain, luck, love, money, prosperity, protection, psychic development, sleep, success, wealth..





Tarragon (Dragon Herb, Little Dragon, Estragon): Animals, aphrodisiac, confidence, courage, secrets, love, passion, theft, protection, retention, sensuality, strength, virility.



Thyme (Bitter Mint): Negativity, purification, healing, Venus, courage, love, psychic powers, repels nightmares, cleansing, clairvoyance, compassion, confidence, consecration, courage, divination, love, meditation, money, nightmares, protection, psychic development.



Tulsi (Basil): protection, wealth, love, repels negativity, mars, Scorpio, exorcism, soothing strife between lovers, purifying, lust, clairvoyance, consecration, divination, fertility, fidelity, happiness, harmony, honesty, money, passion, peace, prosperity, spell breaking, strength, success.



Tumeric (Zedonary, Curcuma): Aphrodisiac, confidence, courage, exorcism, passion, sensuality, spell breaking, strength..





Uva Ursi (Bearberry): Divination, psychic work, animals, protection, strength. (back to top)





Valerian (All-Heal, Blessed herb, Heliotrope, Vandal Root): Mercury, Venus, protection, purification, love, ward off danger, balance, emotions, aphrodisiac, consecration, creativity, inspiration, knowledge, love, nightmares, prosperity, protection, success, transformation..



Vervain (verbena, Herb of Grace, Holy Herb, Van Van): love, purification, wealth, creativity,psychic attack, Venus, the Crone aspect, protection, money, aphrodisiac, consecration, creativity, inspiration, knowledge, nightmares, prosperity, success, transformation.



Vetivert (Vetiver, Khus Khus): Love, wealth, negativity, luck, increase the power of a spell, protection, success, virility.



Violet:Aphrodisiac, beauty, fidelity, gentleness, luck, harmony, honesty, love, modesty, peace, tranquillity, transformation.





Wild Marjoram (Oregano): animals, happiness, harmony, love, peace, protection, psychic development, growth, tranquillity, weddings



Willow (Saille, Witches’ Asprin): Bark for divination, love, Moon Magic, Wishes, rotection, healing, Moon, clairvoyance, compassion, consecration, determination, divination, endings, exorcism, gentleness, love, nightmares, theft, release, spell breaking.



Witch Herb (Mugwort): Divination, rub on crystal balls to enhance strength, Protection for travellers, psychic powers, astral projection, prophetic dreams, aphrodisiac, clairvoyance, longevity, theft, protection, sleep, strength.



Witches’ Herb (Basil): protection, wealth, love, repels negativity, mars, Scorpio, exorcism, soothing strife between lovers, purifying, lust, clairvoyance, consecration, divination, fertility, fidelity, happiness, harmony, honesty, money, passion, peace, prosperity, spell breaking, strength, success.



Wood Betony (Bishopwort, Betony): burn at Litha for protection, purification, to be rid of nightmares, send away despair, psychic awareness, consecration, prevent intoxication, protection, psychic protection.



Wormwood (Absinthe): POISIONOUS DO NOT BURN INDOORS. divination, scrying, protection, Moon, mars, psychic awareness, animals, aphrodisiac, clairvoyance, determination, exorcism, love, opposition, psychic development, spell breaking, transformation.



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Yarrow (Arrow Root, Bloodwort, Death Flower, Milfoil, Woundwort, Thousand Leaf): Divination, love, marriage, negativity, defence, protection, animals, clairvoyance, consecration, endings, exorcism, fertility, luck, increase the power of a spell, longevity, psychic protection, release, spell breaking, weddings.





Zanzibar Drop (Dragon’s Blood): Mars, power, courage, love, protection, exorcism, potency, sexual energy, animals, consecration, fidelity, luck, honesty, increase power of a spell, money, psychic protection, strength, virility

The Healing Properties of Herbs
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There are many ways to use herbs for healing. Infusions can be used as a tea, or applied as a compress. An infusion can also be made into a "bathbag", which is similar to a giant teabag, that you fill with herbs, and pop into the bath with you. (a similar effect can be achieved by tying the bag over the shower nozzle and allowing the water to run through it). Herbs can be made into poultices, tinctures, ointments, herbal bags to wear and assorted other uses.



It is always best to visit a doctor and have them diagnose the problem first however, as they have the medical training to be able to diagnose problems which many of us "laymen" do not. It is important to remember that some herbs are poisonous, and cannot be ingested. These herbs may have excellent healing properties when used as a poultice, but can be nasty (and sometimes fatal) if made into a tea. If you are not sure, please consult a herbalist or naturopath.



The safest way to prepare herbal teas is to purchase the ready made teas from a heath food shop. They usually have the dosage and method for preparation written on the box, which is safer than guessing for yourself. Another thing to consider is those herbal teas are produced under sterile conditions, as they are to be consumed, many herbs you see in "new age" shops are not made for consumption (may not have been handled with gloves, not weighed in sterile scales etc)



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This is a guide to the therapeutic qualities attributed to herbs. It is intended for study purposes only, and is not a guide on self medication or healing. Please consult a doctor if you have a medical condition.

The Author is not responsible or any injury or harm suffered as a result of the use of any of this information.



Introduction | Methods of use | Safety warmings | Contraindications | Herbal list | "Old Fashioned" remedies



Herbal remedies usually take longer to take effect than "Normal" medicine, but it produces little to no side effects and will mend your body in a more harmonious way. I am sure you've heard of Women who have taken antibiotics for something only to end up with thrush or a stomach upset because the drug didn't just kill off the nasty bacteria, it killed off ALL the bacteria, including the Good bacteria we need in our body.



To start off with, I'd like to remind everyone that some herbs can be dangerous even fatal if not prepared the right way. The herbs and herbal preparations listed in these posts have come from books, e-mails from other mailing lists, and "old wives tale" type herbal remedies that I have heard over the years. I have listed the books I have used as reference books at the bottom of this.



I think it is safest to buy already prepared teas, or packaged herbs if you aren't familiar with herbs yourself. Unless you know what you are doing, it isn't advisable to pick a plant from the park across the road and make a tea from it. Be careful where you buy herbs from. Don't buy herbs you plan to ingest from a "new age" type shop, unless you can be sure they have been treated properly while packaging. As many new age shops (myself included) actually tell people not to ingest their herbs, because the scales they use aren't sterile, or the packaging they use isn't sterile. Teas you buy already packaged from a company (Even if it is loose herb, not tea bags) are usually (well they should be) packaged under strict health regulations, and can therefore be reasonably expected to be clean and safe to ingest.



I'd also like to mention that while I believe natural medicine is the way to go, please do not throw away your "normal" medicines and use herbal treatments when you are taking serious medication. It is always best to seek professional medical advice, even if you then ignore the drugs they give you and treat yourself with the herbal remedies.. but at least you'll have their diagnosis... that's why doctors go to school for many years!



How To Use Herbs

There are many different ways to get these healing herbs into our bodies.. Some methods work better than others for particular ailments, and some herbs cannot be used in some ways. I'll explain the main methods for use:



Infusion

Infusions are basically a herbal tea. You let the herb steep in hot or cold water for a while, then either reheat and drink, or drink it cool. You can use infusions in a bath, as a wash and for many other uses.



Method #1

- Hot - Infuse 1 heaped teaspoon of dry herbs with one cup of boiling water. Steep for approx. 3-5 mins, and strain.

- Cold - put 1 heaped teaspoon of dry herbs in 1 cup of cold water and soak for 8-10 hours, strain and slightly warm before drinking.



Method #2 - (Chinese method) If you are using oyster shell, dragon bone or other minerals you have to add them to 6 cups of boiling water, simmer for 30 mins. If you have no minerals, or after the minerals have simmered for 30 mins, add your heavy roots and bark and simmer for another 20-30 mins. Then add any lighter twigs, fruits and leaves, simmer for another 10-15 mins. Finally remove from the heat and add any leaves and flowers, cover and steep for 10-20 mins. Strain, it's ready to drink.



Method #3 - Steep 2 teaspoons of dry herbal mixture in 2 cups of boiling water for 10-15 mins.



Method #4 - Steep ½ oz - 1oz dried herbal mixture to 1 pint (600ml) of water for 10-20 mins, then strain and drink.





Decoction

A Decoction is used when a plant is not soluble in hot or cold water but will be released by simmering. This is used for roots, heavy wooden plants. Make sure you don't use an aluminium saucepan, as the metal will leech into the tea. Glass or ceramic is best.



Method #1 - Use 1teaspoon dried plant matter to 1 cup of water. Simmer for 5-20 mins. 5 minutes for shredded plant, and 20 mins for larger pieces. Strain while hot. Drink.



Method #2 - Use a handful of fresh herb, or 1 teaspoon of dried herb, simmer for 30 mins in 1cup of water.



Method # 3 - Take 30g (1oz) dried herbal mixture and 500ml (16floz) cold water in a pan. Bring to the boil and simmer for 10-15 mins.





Compress

Also called Fomentation. This is used when the herbs are too strong to ingest, as the skin allows a smaller amount of the herb to be absorbed slowly by the body.



Method - Make a herbal infusion/decoction and soak a face cloth, or cotton cloth in this. Squeeze out excess liquid, and apply to the effected area.





Capsules

Capsules are used when the plant is unpalatable to take as a tea, or for herbs which require small doses. You can purchase empty capsules from most health food shops.



Method - Capsules come in 3 sizes, "0", "00", "000" being small, medium (normal) and large. A medium capsule will hold approx ½ teaspoon of herb. Fill the capsule with powdered herb. 1 capsule is equivalent to 1 cup of herbal tea.





Bolus

A bolus is a suppository made from adding powdered herbs to cocoa butter to form a thick paste, which is then refrigerated. Once the bolus is hardened, bring it to room temperature, and it is ready to use. The cocoa butter will melt with the body heat releasing the herbs. You might like to wear old underwear to prevent staining as the bolus melts.



Extracts

These are made to treat ailments such as strained muscles, arthritis or inflammation. It is similar to a tincture, but may be made using oil, vinegar or alcohol.



Method - Place 4oz of dried herbs of 8oz of fresh herb into a jar. Add 1 pint of Vinegar, alcohol or Vegetable oil. Shake the jar twice a day for 4 days for powdered herb, or 15 days for hole/chopped/sliced etc. herbs. Vitamin E or wheatgerm oil can be added to oil based extracts to help

preserve them.



Ointments

Ointments are used when the active principles of the herb are needed for longer periods of time, such as muscular aches.



Method #1 - Take 1 - 2 heaped tablespoons of herb and bring to the boil in vaseline, stir then strain. Use cold.



Method #2 - Melt ¼ cup each of beeswax and vegetable oil in a double boiler until the wax is molten. Add a tablespoon of herbal extract (in an oil base), herbal infused oil or essential oils. If you wish to use herbs, use 1 tablespoon of dried herb, and strain through a heated metal strainer.





Oils

Oils are used when ointments or compresses are not practical. Always store your oils in amber glass bottles to prevent sunlight from reacting with the oils.



Method - Take 2 oz plant matter to 1 pint of oil. Leave this to stand for 4 days. If you want this process to happen quickly, you can heat the oil in a saucepan for 1 hour. A small amount of Vitamin E or Wheatgerm oil can be added to help preserve the oil.





Poultice

A poultice is made from warm mashed herbs, which are applied directly to the skin. Used for inflammation, bites, boils, abscesses etc. You should apply oil to the area before applying the poultice.



Method #1 - Add hot water, apple cider vinegar, herbal tea, liniment or tincture to the desired herbs, and mash them into a paste.



Method #2 - In a saucepan bring water to the boil, suspend a sieve over the pan, and place into the sieve the fresh or dried herbs you will be using. Steam, these for a few minutes. Spread the softened herbs onto a cloth and apply to the affected area. Cover the compress with a bandage and leave for 2 hours.





Salve

A salve is similar to an ointment



Method - Take dried or fresh herbs and cover with water. Bring to the boil and then simmer for 30 mins. Strain and add to an equal amount of vegetable oil. Simmer until the remaining water has evaporated from the oil. Add enough beeswax to give the salve a thick consistency (Remembering that it hardens as it cools) and pour into a jar.





Syrup

Syrups are used for coughs, congestion, sore throats etc.



Method #1 - Take 2 oz herb and boil in 1 quart of water until it has reduced to about 1 pint. While still warm ass 2 oz of honey and/or glycerine..



Method #2 - Take 600ml (1 pint) boiling water and 900g (2 lb) of sugar. Bring this to the boil. Take off the heat, stir in tincture (3 parts syrup to 1 part tincture)



Tincture

Tinctures are similar to extracts but are made using alcohol, allowing it to keep for longer periods of time. People with weak digestion may have trouble with tinctures.



Method #1 - Combine 4oz of powdered or chopped herb with 1 pint of alcohol (Vodka, brandy, Gin, Rum etc.) Shake daily for 2 weeks, strain and bottle.



Method #2 - Take a jar and place the dried herbal mixture into the bottom. Add alcohol to cover the herbs plus 1 inch. Leave sit for 2 weeks, strain.





Herbal Bath

A herbal bath is goof for fevers and stress related conditions. A foot bath can be made for soaking tired sore feet, or for food conditions such a tinea, athletes foot and corns.





Method - Steep 200g of dried herb in cold water for 12 hours. Heat the infusion and then add it to your bath water. For a foot bath, steep 50g of herb with the method above, and add to a bucket of water.





Inhalation

Place 50g of dried herb in a bowl or in the sink. Pour a litre of boiling water over the herbs. Cover your head with a towel and hang your head over the bowl/sink to inhale the steam.



Eardrops

Slice garlic and place in a small amount of olive oil. Add a few lavender flowers. Leave sit for 2 hours then strain. Warm 1 tsp of oil by placing it over a cup of hot water. Put few drops into the ear and plug with cotton wool.

ok here comes the warning bit for herbal medicine...



You should never self diagnose or self prescribe....Doctors go to school for many years to learn how to do that properly (Well, most do), and there are mistakes that can be made... However, I realise that you will anyway, I just thought I'd tell you not to... :) Please remember the following points though:





Herbal healing does *NOT* work on the theory that if a bit is good, lots must be better. In fact, they usually work in reverse. If a bit of a herb helps flatulence for example, a lot of the herb could cause flatulence.

Some herbs should be used in moderation, as large amounts can become poisonous or have side effects. These herbs are best used in small amounts over short periods of time.

Some herbs are poisonous if taken internally, and should be used externally only.

Some herbs have "Contraindications" - Basically these are times when it is advisable not to use the herb. The usual Contraindications are Pregnancy, High or Low Blood pressure, Epilepsy, Kidney Problems and Heart problems. These contraindications depend on the particular herb, for example Juniper is contraindicated for people with Kidney problems, Rosemary is contraindicated for people with Heart conditions, High Blood pressure, Epilepsy and pregnancy. (I am still working on finding a good list of these)

Some herbs should not be used if you are currently on medication ("drugs" or homoeopathic medicine)

Buying herbal teas from a healthfood shop is probably the best way to go, as they usually have the dosages on the box, and any safety data you need. Remember too though, that you don't have to ingest the herb for it to work.. and that many ailments are better treated with a poultice or other method, rather than ingesting them.

It helps to know about the herb before you are going to use it.. It's side effects, what it is also used for and how it works. Then you can begin to understand the powers of the herb, and why it should or shouldn't be used. For example, Rosemary.. Rosemary is a stimulating herb, which is why it is good for memory, but bad if you have high blood pressure. It is also an emmenagogue (A drug or agent that induces or hastens menstrual flow) which is good if you have late periods due to stress or other factors, but bad for pregnancy (as it could cause miscarriage).





To find information about the individual herbs online, search using google, or some other search engine for the herb you are after... or try searching for "Herbal healing". A useful site might be the culpepper's herbal book online: http://www.bibliomania.com/2/1/66/113/frameset.html

Contraindications

This isn't a complete list - So I urge you to be very cautious with herbs. This is a list of the contraindications I know about. Some have come from an Aromatherapy book. so I am not sure if they apply to herbs, but it is better to be safe than sorry.



There is an enormous list of contraindications here:

http://www.pagansonline.com/pagansonline/herbmedcontra1.htm



Pregnancy - Feverfew, Rosemary, Horsetail, Bay, Motherwort, Mugwort, Myrrh, Parsley, Pennyroyal, Sage, Goldenseal, Aloes, Autumn crocus, Barberry, Juniper, Male fern, Mandrake, Poke root, Rhubarb, Rue, Southernwood, Thuja, Wormwood, blue cohosh (Except final month), Angelica, Star Anise, Basil, celery, cinnamon leaf, Citronella, clary sage, Clove Cypress, Cumin, Fennel, Hyssop, jasmine, Labdanum, Lovage, Marjoram, Nutmeg, Peppermint, Rose, Snakeroot, Tarragon, Thyme, Uva Ursi, Periwinkle, Mistletoe, Burdock, Dogbane, Wild Indigo,



Heart conditions - Hawthorn (Which I have also seen as good for heart ailments...), Hyssop, Mint, Ma Huang, Licorice, Horsetail, Horse Chestnut, Guarana, Ginseng, Yohimbe, Ashwagandha, Buckthorn, Cascara Sagrada, Lobelia, Wormwood



High Blood Pressure - Black Pepper, Hyssop, Lemon, lemongrass, Nutmeg, Rosemary, Sage, Thyme,



Low Blood Pressure - Chamomile, Lemonbalm, Lavender, Marjoram, Ylang Ylang



Depression - Hops, Valerian (If used for long periods of time)



Diabetes - Angelica (it increases the sugar in blood), (Juniper and Elecampane both contain insulin - so these might be contraindicated too), Chromium, Chromium Picolinate, Licorice, Gymne Sylvestre, Fenugreek, Ginseng,



Use Sparingly - Goldenseal, Echinacea, Horseradish, Wormwood, Horehound (It has a laxative effect), Burdock.



Not for internal use - Witchhazel, Thuja, Arnica



Ulcers - Horseradish



Not to be taken with meals - Rue



Kidney disease/complaints -Goldenrod, Horsetail, Juniper Berries, Uva Ursi, Yohimbe, Periwinkle



Homoeopathy (These react with some treatments) - Black pepper, Camphor, Eucalyptus, Peppermint



Avoid use with alcohol - Aniseed, Clary Sage, Fennel, Valerian, St. John's Wort, Kava Kava, Hop Flowers



Epilepsy - fennel, Hyssop, Sage, Rosemary, Evening Primrose, Milk Thistle, Wormwood, Horse Chestnut, Periwinkle, Lobelia, Ma Huang,



Not on broken skin - Arnica

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M|N|P|R|S|T|U|V|W

A



Abrasions

Yarrow, Aloe Vera, Jojoba, Myrrh, Oak bark.



Abscesses

Black walnut, Fenugreek, St John's wort, Violet.



Acidity - Neutralise

Slippery elm (Stomach), Spikenard (Uric), Wormwood (Stomach), Fennel (Stomach), Garlic and Onion (Skin after bites), Licorice (Stomach).



Acne

Burdock, Cleavers, Dandelion, Echinacea, Red Clover, Yellow Dock, Chickweed, Elderflower, Marigold, Goldenseal, Marshmallow, Sarsaparilla, Clove, Chamomile, Sage, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Lime, Peppermint, Rosemary, Aloe Vera, Black Walnut, Burdock, Jojoba, Myrrh, Sassafras, Senna, Violet, Birch, Horsetail, Stinging nettle, Blackberry (Blackheads).



Adrenal Glands Stimulant

Slippery elm.



Age Spots

Licorice, Ginseng, Dandelion, Sarsaparilla.



Ague

Blue Cohosh, Blue Vervain, Capsicum, Juniper, Yarrow.



Alcoholism

Scullcap, Valerian.



Allergies

Alfalfa, Chamomile, Burdock, Comfrey, Evening Primrose, Garlic, Lobelia, Licorice, Nettle.



Anaesthetic

Caraway (skin).



Anaemia

Yellow dock, apple, Pineapple, Comfrey, Alfalfa, Spearmint, Peppermint, Parsley, Kelp, Dandelion, Vitamin C, Aloe Vera, Blackberry, Chicory, Garlic, Angelica, Gentian, Ginseng, Calendula, Nettle, Rhubarb, Thyme, Horsetail.



Angina

Angelica, Evening Primrose, Hawthorn.



Antibacterial

Goldenseal, Garlic, Onion, Aloe Vera, Basil, Blue Cohosh, Clove, Couch grass, Echinacea, Horseradish, Lemonbalm, Birch, Licorice, Plantain.



Antioxidant

Grapeseed.



Antiseptic (for infection)

Garlic, Myrrh, Hops, Onion, Potato, Black walnut, Cabbage leaves, Carrot, Clove, Cyani flowers, False unicorn, Thyme, Eucalyptus, Fenugreek, Echinacea, Elecampane, Goldenseal, Comfrey, Mallow, Lemon, Queen of the meadow, Aloe Vera, Barberry, Bistort, Capsicum, Caraway, Eyebright, Hawthorn, Juniper, Marshmallow, Oakstraw, Plantain, Rosehip, Oak bark, Willow, Rosemary, Yarrow, Basil, Horsetail, Hyssop, Sage.



Antispasmodic

Lobelia, Chamomile, Mugwort, Red clover, Basil, Blue cohosh, Passionflower, Rosemary, Licorice.



Anorexia

Fenugreek.



Appendicitis

Alfalfa, Buckthorn, Slippery elm, Agrimony.



Appetite stimulant

Goldenseal, Hops, Alfalfa, Angelica, Anise, Caraway, Chamomile, Gentian, Hops, Horseradish, Mustard, Peppermint, Red clover, Ginseng, Sage, Thyme, Wormwood, Yarrow, Dandelion, Fennel.



Appetite suppressant

Fennel, Burdock, Sassafras.



Arteriosclerosis

Chicory, Cornsilk, Ginseng, Hawthorn, Kelp (Cleans arteries), Licorice, Mistletoe, Rosehips, Rue, Shepherds purse, Horsetail, Dandelion (Strengthens).



Arthritis/Rheumatism

Capsicum, Yucca, Yellow dock, Licorice, Celery seed, Burdock, Meadowsweet, Yarrow, Black Cohosh, Blue Cohosh, Passionflower, Valerian, Nettle, Hawthorn, Prickly ash, Peppermint, St John's Wort, Lavender, Green Cabbage leaves, Comfrey, Chamomile, Poke root, Wintergreen, Clove, Fennel, Juniper, Basil, Blackberry, Blessed thistle, Buckthorn, Chicory, Couch grass, Evening primrose, Garlic, Horseradish, Hyssop, Lobelia, Mandrake, Mistletoe, Mustard, Oakstraw, Red clover, Saffron, Wild Yam, Ginger, Bedstraw, feverfew, Goldenrod.



Asthma

Elecampane, Eucalyptus, Clove, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Marjoram, Peppermint, Spearmint, Rosemary, Sage, Black Cohosh, Blue Vervain, Burdock, Chamomile, Coltsfoot, Comfrey, Crampbark, Evening Primrose, Garlic, Horehound, Horseradish, Hyssop, Kelp, Lobelia, Mandrake, Marshmallow, Mistletoe, Mullein, Myrrh, Nettle, Passionflower, Slippery elm, Spikenard, Thyme, Violet, Wild Yam, Elderberry, Feverfew, Plantain (Bronchial).



Astringent

Uva Ursi, Vervain, Agrimony, Bistort, Blackberry, Lemongrass, Nettle, Rhubarb, Betony, Oak bark, Yellow dock, Horsetail, Shepherds purse, Willow.



Athletes foot

Jojoba, Red Clover.



B



Bedsores

Myrrh.



Bed wetting

Buchu, Cornsilk, Marjoram, Mistletoe, Oakmoss, Plantain, St John’s wort, Mullein, Goldenrod, Horsetail.



Biliousness

Senna.



Boils

Clay, Hops, Onion, Slippery elm, Echinacea, Mallow, Blackberry, Burdock, Chicory, Comfrey, Eucalyptus, Fenugreek, Lemongrass, Marshmallow, Oakstraw, Red clover, Safflower, St John’s wort, Sassafras, Violet, Wild Yam.



Bites and Stings



Insect Bites and Stings

Slippery Elm, Plantain, Honey, Comfrey, Chamomile, St John’s Wort, Basil, Cinnamon, Lavender, Lemon, Aloe Vera, Black Cohosh, Echinacea, Juniper, Lemongrass, Plantain, Rosehips, Rosemary, Rue, St Johns wort, Scullcap, Oak bark, Witchhazel, Calendula, Onion, Nettle, basil, Eucalyptus.



Snakebite

Juniper, Mustard, Plantain, Rue, Sage, Oak bark.





Bleeding



Bleeding

Capsicum, Plantain, Marigold, Shepherds purse, Comfrey, Bayberry, Bistort, Blackberry, Buckthorn, Juniper, Marshmallow (Urinary), Mullein (Bowel/Lung), Nettle, St John’s Wort, Oak Bark, Willow, Yarrow, Yellow dock (Bowel/Lung), Lemon juice, Calendula, Moss, Lady’s mantle,



Internal Bleeding

Angelica, Ginseng, Goldenseal, Horsetail



Blisters

Dandelion (Fresh juice), fresh Orange peel,



Bloating

Wild yam, Peppermint, Ginger, Cinnamon, Fennel, Lemonbalm, Chamomile.





Blood/Blood Vessels





Balance/Equalise Blood Pressure

Capsicum, Ginseng, Scullcap, Shepherds purse, Hawthorn, Mistletoe.



Blood Cleansing

Alfalfa, Barberry, Bayberry, Birch, Black Cohosh, Burdock, Capsicum, Chicory, Comfrey, Couch grass, Dandelion, Angelica, Echinacea, Eyebright, Fenugreek, Ginseng, Hops, Licorice, Lobelia, Marshmallow, Mistletoe, Mustard, Nettle, Plantain, Red Clover, Rhubarb, Rosehip, Sage, St John’s Wort, Sarsaparilla, Sassafras, Spikenard, Yarrow, Yellow dock, Yucca, Agrimony, Bedstraw.



Blood Congestion

Red Clover, Rue, Alfalfa



Blood Clots

Angelica.



Broken Capillaries

Thyme



Haemorrhage

Lady’s mantle, Witchhazel, Alfalfa, Bayberry, Bistort, Capsicum, Comfrey, Angelica, Ginseng, Goldenseal, Mistletoe, Mullein, Plantain, St John’s Wort, Shepherds purse, Oak bark, Yarrow (lungs), Goldenrod, Nettle.



Haemorrhoids

Mullein oil, catnip, oak bark, ginger, yarrow, Licorice, Catnip, Witchhazel, Agrimony, Aloe Vera, Bistort, Black Walnut, Buckthorn, Cascara sagrada, Comfrey, Eucalyptus, Juniper, Calendula, Mullein, Myrrh, nettle, Plantain, Red Raspberry, Slippery elm, Spikenard, oakbark, Vervain, Chamomile, Horsetail.



High Blood pressure

Hawthorn berry, Alfalfa, Barberry, Black cohosh, Blue cohosh, Capsicum, Cascara sagrada, Cornsilk, Dandelion, Evening primrose, Garlic, Kelp, lemongrass, Mistletoe, Nettle, Passionflower, Rue, Scullcap, Valerian.



Low Blood pressure

Hawthorn berry, Nettle, Clove, Ginger



Oxygenate Blood

Peppermint.



Poor Circulation

Hawthorn, Myrrh, Cinnamon, Lemon, Lemongrass, Rosemary, Sage, Capsicum, Clove, Dandelion, Angelica, Gentian, Ginger, Horseradish, Licorice, Lobelia, Marigold, Mistletoe, Nettle, Rosehip, Rue, Wormwood.



Strengthen Blood

Gentian



Varicose veins

Oak bark, Rue, Witchhazel, Black Walnut, Capsicum, Irish Moss, Calendula,





Body Odour

Fenugreek.





Bowel Problems



Bowel Problems

Bistort, Blue vervain, Buckthorn, Cascara sagrada, Evening Primrose, Ginger, Mandrake, Mullein, Peppermint, Red Raspberry, Rhubarb, Shepherds purse, Slippery elm, Thyme, Mallow (Inflamed).



Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Slippery elm, Wild yam, Chamomile, Peppermint, Agrimony, Marshmallow, Goldenseal, Lime blossom, Scullcap, Hops, Valerian.



Strengthen Bowels

Chamomile, Alfalfa.





Brain Nourishing

Angelica.



Breast Problems

Marshmallow, St John’s Wort.



Breathing difficulties

Violet, Meadowsweet.



Broken bones/Fractures

Comfrey, Oakstraw (Brittle bones).



Bronchitis

Comfrey, Mullein, Lobelia, Irish moss, Elecampane, Licorice, Boneset, Capsicum, Catnip, Chamomile, Coltsfoot, Couch grass, Damiana, Eucalyptus, Fennel, Flaxseed, Ginger, Hops, Horehound, Horseradish, Hyssop, Lobelia, Marshmallow, Mustard, Myrrh, Nettle, Pennyroyal, Plantain, red Clover, Red Raspberry, Saffron, St John’s wort, Sassafras, Slippery Elm, Thyme, Violet, Wild Yam, Yarrow, Yellowdock, Anise, Elder flower, Fenugreek, Mallow, Plantain, Angelica, Black cohosh, Blue vervain, Burdock..



Bruises

Yarrow, Thyme, Comfrey, Goldenseal, Mullein, St John’s wort, Shepherds purse, Witchhazel, Arnica, Clove, fennel, Marjoram, Lavender, Rosemary, Capsicum, Angelica, Gentian, Hops, Hyssop, Marigold, Marshmallow, Rosehip, Rue, St John’s wort, Burdock, Cowslip.





Burns/Scalds



Burns

Comfrey, Aloe Vera, Wheatgerm oil, Honey, Marshmallow, Potato, Vitamin C, Chamomile, Lavender, Capsicum, Eucalyptus, Plantain, Red clover, Slippery elm, Witchhazel, Yarrow, Calendula, Elderflower.



Radiation burns

Aloe Vera



Scalds

Aloe Vera, Plantain, Witchhazel, Calendula.



Sunburn

Aloe Vera, Capsicum, Lavender.





Bursitis

Comfrey, Alfalfa, Oakstraw, Yucca.



C



Calcium buildup (Removes)

Burdock.



Calluses

Wintergreen





Cancer and Cancer-like illness



Cancer

Alfalfa, Blessed thistle, Burdock, Comfrey, Echinacea, Eucalyptus, Evening primrose, Garlic (Prevent), Goldenseal, Irish

moss, Mandrake, Parsley, Red clover, Rosehips, Slippery elm, Violet, Yarrow, Yellow dock.



Cancer-like illness

Calendula



Cancerous sores

Bayberry, Potato, Violet.



Leukemia

Echinacea, Yellow dock.



Tumours

Slippery elm, Violet, Witchhazel, Yellow dock, Capsicum, Chamomile, Angelica (Blood), Horseradish, Irish moss, Mistletoe,

Mullein, Red Clover, St John’s wort.





Canker sores

Red Raspberry, Bistort, Burdock.



Carbuncle

Echinacea, Eucalyptus, Fenugreek.



Catarrh

Goldenseal, Elder flower, Peppermint, Elecampane, Anise, Bayberry, Bistort, Eyebright, Blue vervain, Boneset, Cascara Sagrada, Celery, Chamomile, Clove (Bronchial), Coltsfoot, Couch grass (Bladder), Eucalyptus, Fenugreek (Bronchial), Flaxseed, Garlic, Horehound, Horseradish, Hyssop, Juniper (Catarrhal inflammation), Lobelia, Calendula, Marshmallow, Myrrh, Nettle, Pennyroyal, Sarsaparilla, Shepherds purse (Urinary), Thyme, Violet (sinus), Wild Yam (Stomach), Yarrow, Aniseed.



Chapped Skin

Jojoba.



Chicken Pox

Red Raspberry, Catnip, Peppermint, Goldenseal, St John’s Wort, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Chamomile, Lemongrass, Safflower, Yarrow.



Childhood Diseases

Lobelia, Chamomile, Ginger, Red Clover, Scullcap.



Chills

Capsicum, Coltsfoot, Angelica, Peppermint, Spearmint, Willow.



Cholera

Blackberry, Bistort, Birch, Bayberry, Black cohosh, Mistletoe, Peppermint, Red Raspberry, Wild yam.



Cholesterol reducing

Alfalfa, Cornsilk, Evening Primrose, Fenugreek, Garlic, Ginseng, Safflower, Saffron, Yucca, Birch, Dandelion, Licorice.



Chorea (St Vitus Dance)

Mistletoe, Scullcap.





Cleansing



Clearing Obstructions

Lobelia, Red Clover, Barberry, Dandelion



Cleansing/Disinfecting

Myrrh, Bayberry, Peppermint, Dandelion, Burdock, Red Clover, Echinacea, Goldenseal, Red Clover, Alfalfa, Black Cohosh,

Black Walnut, Echinacea, Ginger, Rue, Goldenrod.





Colds and Flu

Spearmint, Valerian, Violet, Yarrow, Feverfew, Mallow, Lemonbalm, Meadowsweet, Chamomile, Honey, Ginger, Peppermint, Elderflower, Boneset, Fenugreek, Aniseed, Basil, Cinnamon, Clove, Eucalyptus, Juniper, Lemon, Lime, Marjoram, Orange, Rosemary, Sage, Angelica, Anise, Bayberry, Blue Vervain, Caraway, Catnip, Coltsfoot, Comfrey, Evening Primrose, Eyebright, Flaxseed, Horehound, Lemongrass, Licorice, Lobelia, Mullein, Pennyroyal, Sarsaparilla, Red clover, Red raspberry, Rosehip, Borage.



Colic

Catnip, Fennel, Peppermint, Lobelia, Angelica, Anise, Blue Cohosh, Caraway, Chamomile, Cramp bark, Elecampane, Ginger, Juniper, Lemongrass, Marjoram, Pennyroyal, Red Raspberry, Rue, Sassafras, Senna, Spearmint, Thyme, Wild Yam (Bilious), Daisy, Feverfew, Wild Marjoram, Rosemary, Lemonbalm.



Colitis

Clove (Mucous), Comfrey, Ginger, Kelp, rhubarb, Slippery elm, Agrimony.



Congestion

Lobelia, Ginger, Fenugreek, Elecampane, Horsetail, Licorice, Anise, Catnip, Black cohosh, Blue Vervain, Capsicum, Chicory, Eyebright, Fennel, Garlic, Horehound, Horseradish, Hyssop, Marshmallow, Sage, St John’s wort, Spikenard, Thyme, Valerian, Violet, Oak Bark.



Constipation

Raw veggies, Yoghurt, Bran, Psyllium, Mullein, Licorice, Elderflower, Linseeds, Dandelion, Ginger, Yellow dock, Burdock, Senna, Aloe Vera, Barberry, Basil, Blessed thistle, Buckthorn, Cascara sagrada, Chamomile, Couch grass, Cramp bark, Angelica, Flaxseed, Goldenseal, Kelp, Lobelia, Mandrake, Marshmallow, oakstraw, Peppermint, Red Raspberry, Rhubarb, Shepherds purse, Slippery elm, Wormwood.



Consumption

Elecampane.



Convalescence

Fenugreek.



Convulsions

Anise, Black Cohosh, Blue cohosh, Blue vervain, Catnip, Crampbark, Elecampane, Fennel, Juniper, Lobelia, Marjoram, Mistletoe, Passionflower, Pennyroyal, Peppermint, Rosemary, Rue, Scullcap, Valerian, Cowslip.



Corns

Dandelion (fresh juice), Willow, Wintergreen, The pulpy inner houseleek leaves,



Cough

Onion, Licorice, sage, Coltsfoot, Wild Cherry, Ginger, Hyssop, Elecampane, Goldenseal, Red clover, Angelica, Anise, Black Cohosh, Blue Vervain, cascara sagrada, Catnip, Chamomile, Eyebright, Fennel, Horehound, Horseradish, Juniper, Licorice, Marjoram, Myrrh, Pennyroyal, Plantain, Rue, Saffron, Slippery elm, Spikenard, Valerian, Groundsel, Mallow, Cowslip.



Cradle cap

Vitamin E or almond oil rubbed into scalp.



Cramps

Spearmint, Yarrow, Basil, Wild marjoram, Cowslip, Sage, Alfalfa, Black cohosh, Blessed thistle, Blue cohosh, Catnip, Comfrey, Cramp bark, Dandelion, Angelica, Elecampane, Chamomile, Gentian, Juniper, Lemongrass, Lobelia, Mullein, Pennyroyal, Rosehips, Rue, St John’s Wort.



Croup

Peppermint, Catnip, Chamomile, Eucalyptus, Cascara sagrada, Eucalyptus, Horehound, Lobelia, Mullein, Rue, Slippery elm.



Cuts/Sores/Wounds

Comfrey, Plantain, Yarrow, Thyme, Chamomile, Clove, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Sage, Catnip, Agrimony, Aloe Vera, Angelica, Bistort, Blackberry, Black walnut, Blue vervain, Burdock, Capsicum, Chicory, Echinacea, Eucalyptus, Fenugreek, Horehound, Horseradish, Hyssop, Juniper, Lobelia, Calendula, Marshmallow, Mullein, Myrrh, Oakstraw, Red Clover, Rosemary, Sage, St John’s wort, Sarsaparilla, Slippery elm, Violet, oak bark, Willow, Witchhazel, Yarrow (helps blood clotting), Honey, Lemonbalm, Pumpkin seeds (mashed), Horsetail.



Cystitis

Buchu, Cornsilk, Couchgrass, Marshmallow leaves, Chamomile, Uva Ursi, Wintergreen, Heather, Blackberry leaf, Uva Ursi, Birch, Horsetail, Plantain.



D



Debility

Ginseng, Gentain, Sarsaparilla, Wormwood, Horsetail, Oakstraw.



Delirium

Mistletoe, Hops, Pennyroyal, Safflower, Scullcap.



Demulcent

Uva Ursi



Depression

Gotu Kola, Ginseng, Kelp, Black Cohosh, Capsicum, Valerian, Mistletoe, Ginger, St John’s Wort, Hops, Wood Betony, Skullcap, Vervain, Lime blossom, Lavender, Oats, Rosemary, Lemonbalm, Borage, Basil, Evening Primrose, Peppermint.



Despondency

Valerian.



Diabetes

Alfalfa, Bistort, Blue cohosh, Buchu, Capsicum, Celery, Dandelion, Garlic, Juniper, Kelp, Marshmallow, Red raspberry, Wintergreen, Agrimony (prevent).



Diarrhoea

Red Raspberry, Slippery Elm, Ginger, Strawberry, Sage, Yarrow, oak bark, Meadowsweet, Chamomile, Lemonbalm, Bayberry, Agrimony, Comfrey, Barberry, Bayberry, Birch, Blackberry, Blue vervain, Catnip, Clove, Coltsfoot, Comfrey, Gentian, Ginger, Mandrake, Marjoram, Marshmallow, Myrrh, Nettle, Passionflower, Plantain, Rhubarb, Sage, St John’s wort, Sassafrass, Shepherds purse, Spikenard, Thyme, Oak bark, Willow, Witchhazel, Goldenrod, Lady’s mantle.



Diuretic Herbs

Dandelion, Parsley, Fenugreek, Horseradish, Red Clover, Agrimony, Celery, Alfalfa (mild), Sornsilk, Fennel, Mustard, St John’s wort, Spearmint, Yarrow, Apples, Grapes, Onion, Juniper, Burdock, Vervain, Bedstraw, Birch, Nettle.





Digestive complaints



Digestive aid (Prevent/help digestive problems)

Goldenseal, Fennel, Catnip, Peppermint, Clove, Chamomile, Horseradish, Marshmallow, Slippery elm, Agrimony, Alfalfa,

Angelica, Anise, barberry, Bayberry, Blessed thistle, Boneset, Capsicum, Caraway, Cascara sagrada, Chicory, Comfrey,

Elecampane, Garlic, Ginseng, Hops, Kelp, Lemongrass, Mustard, Red raspberry, Rhubarb, Rosemary, Saffron, Safflower,

Sage, Slippery elm, Spearmint, Thyme, Dandelion, Wormwood, Daisy, Hyssop, Wild Marjoram, Mugwort, Vervain,

Calendula, Feverfew, Horehound, Juniper.



Indigestion

Chamomile, Cardamon, Peppermint, Fennel, Meadowsweet, Slippery elm, Comfrey, Marshmallow, Rosemary, Lemonbalm,

Agrimony, Aniseed, Basil, Barberry, Bayberry, Cascara sagrada, Clove, Echinacea, Eucalyptus, Ginger, Mandrake, Marjoram,

Mustard, Myrrh, Oakstraw, Cinnamon, Spearmint, Oak bark, Wormwood, Feverfew, Angelica.



Intestinal upsets

Agrimony, Cascara Sagrada, Irish moss, Fennel, Marshmallow, Sage.





Diphtheria

Pineapple juice, Lemon juice, Cayenne, Cider vinegar and honey, Echinacea, Slippery elm, Wintergreen.





Disease



Preventing Disease

Garlic, Juniper, oakstraw, Parsley.



Infectious diseases

Garlic, Horehound, Rose hips.





Dizziness

Clove, Hops, Lemongrass, Peppermint, rosehips, Spearmint, Mistletoe.



Drawing

Cabbage leaves, Onion, Carrot, Agrimony, Basil, Hawthorn, Slippery Elm, Castor oil.



Dropsy

Birch, Blackberry, Blessed thistle, Blue cohosh, Buchu, Buckthorn, Celery, Ginger, Hawthorn, Horseradish, Hyssop, Juniper, Licorice, Mandrake, Marjoram, Mistletoe, Mullein, Plantain, Rosemary, Sarsaparilla, Shepherds purse, Spearmint, Wormwood, Anise.



Drug Withdrawal/Addiction

Catnip, Chamomile, Evening Primrose, Licorice, Scullcap, Valerian.



Dysentery

Barberry, Bayberry, Birch, Bistort, Blackberry, Blue Vervain, Clove, Cramp bark, Marshmallow, Mullein, Nettle, Passionflower, Plantain, Red raspberry, Rhubarb, Sage, St Johns wort, Shepherds purse, Slippery elm, Willow, Witchhazel.



Dyspepsia

Cascara Sagrada, Yellow dock, Dandelion, Wild Marjoram, Lemonbalm, Fenugreek, Meadowsweet.



E



Earache/Problems

Garlic oil, Lobelia, Mullein, Onion, Yarrow, Chamomile, Echinacea, Lavender, Scullcap, Hyssop, Fenugreek, Goldenseal, Basil, Angelica, Blue Vervain, Calendula, Clove, Eyebright, Hops, Pennyroyal, Rosehips, Rue, Shepherds purse, Willow, Wormwood.



Eczema/Dermatitis

Yarrow, Rec clover, Borage, Nettle, Burdock, Chickweed, Comfrey, Marigold, St John’s wort, Chamomile, Lavender, Rosemary, Sage, Birch, Cramp bark, Dandelion, Echinacea, Goldenseal, Jojoba, Kelp, Lobelia, Myrrh, Willow, Aloe Vera, Blackberry leaf, Oatmeal, Soapwort, Thyme, Bedstraw, Goldenrod, Stinging nettle.



Emphysema

Coltsfoot, Comfrey, Damiana, Garlic, Licorice, Marshmallow, Mustard.



Epilepsy

Anise, Black cohosh, Blue cohosh, Blue Vervain, Clove, Crampbark, Hyssop, Lobelia, Mistletoe, Passionflower, Plantain, Rue, Scullcap, Thyme, Valerian, Yarrow,



Euphoria

Ginseng.



Expectorant

Elecampane, Horehound, Spikenard, hyssop, Parsley, Licorice, Plantain.



Eye Problems

Eyebright, Chrysanthemum, Witchhazel, Blackberry, Capsicum, Chamomile, Couch grass (Strengthen), Goldenseal (Infection), Marshmallow, Oakstraw, Parsley, Passionflower, Plantain, Red Clover, Red Raspberry, Rosemary, Rue, Sarsaparilla (Sore), Willow (Infected/Inflamed), Cucumber slices (Tired/sore), Elderflower (Conjunctivitis/sore ), Mallow.



F



Fainting

Cramp bark, Peppermint, Thyme.



Fat Disorders

Fenugreek



Fatigue

Ginseng, Oats, Basil, Cinnamon, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemongrass, Peppermint, Spearmint, Rosemary, Sage, Alfalfa, Angelica, Capsicum, Comfrey, Dandelion, Licorice, Hawthorn, Wood betony, Oakstraw.





Fertility



Aphrodisiac

Clove, Damiana, Ginseng, Sarsaparilla, Oakstraw.



Anaphrodisiac

Hops, Scullcap (Regulate undue sexual desire), Willow.



Fertility Problems

Nettle, Scullcap, Vervain, Dandelion, Prickly Ash, Sarsaparilla, Catnip, Chicory.



Impotence

Licorice, Willow, Oakstraw.



Low Sperm Count/Strengthening Male System

Damiana, Saw Pimento, Celery seeds, Oats, Ginger.



Nourish Womb and Balance Hormones (to help fertility)

False Unicorn, Nettle, Marigold, Rue.





Fever

Catnip, Fennel, Red raspberry, Spearmint, Licorice, Elder flower, Peppermint, Fenugreek, Boneset, Basil, Juniper, Lemon, Lemongrass, Lime, Sage, Rosemary, Agrimony, Alfalfa, Angelica, Barberry, Birch, Blackberry, Blessed thistle, Blue Vervain, Buckthorn, Burdock, Capsicum, Chamomile, Couch grass, dandelion, Echinacea, Eucalyptus, Garlic, Gentian, Ginger, Ginseng, Hops, Horehound, Hyssop, Lobelia, Mandrake, Calendula, Marjoram, Mustard, Passionflower, Pennyroyal, Plantain, Rosehips, Safflower, Saffron, Sage, Sarsaparilla, Sassafras, Scullcap, Spearmint, Thyme, Oakbark, Willow, Wormwood, Yarrow, Dandelion, Meadowsweet, Lemonbalm, Oakstraw, Borage.



Fibrositis

St John’s wort



Fits

Cramp bark, Scullcap.



Flatulence

Catnip, Fennel, Papaya, Comfrey, Sarsaparilla, Angelica, Anise, Blessed thistle, Capsicum, Caraway, Chamomile, Clove, Crampbark, Ginger, Juniper, Kelp, Lemongrass, Marjoram, Mullein, Mustard, Myrrh, Pennyroyal, Peppermint, Plantain, Rosemary, Saffron, Sarsaparilla, Sassafras, Spearmint, Thyme, Wild Yam, Wintergreen, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Lemonbalm, Fenugreek, Rosemary, Wormwood.



Fungus

Thuja, Thyme, Calendula.



G





Gallbladder



Gallbladder Problems

Agrimony, Barberry, Blessed thistle, Cascara Sagrada, Dandelion, Kelp, Mistletoe, Oakstraw, Rhubarb, Rosemary, Safflower,

Wormwood, Yucca, Dandelion.



Gallstones

Blue Vervain, Buchu, Buckthorn, Cascara sagrada, Chamomile, Chicory, Crampbark, Flaxseed, Hops, Mandrake, Senna, Wild

yam, Birch, Wormwood.



Stimulate Bile production

Dandelion, Calendula, Birch, Horehound, Licorice, Rosemary.





Gangrene

Comfrey, Echinacea, Marshmallow, oak bark.



Gastritis

Marjoram, Thyme, Chamomile, Licorice, Meadowsweet.



Glands

Chicory, Echinacea (Swollen), Garlic, Goldenseal, Horehound (Stimulates), Irish moss, Marshmallow, Mullein (Cleans), Oak bark (Swollen), Fennel (Swollen), Apple Cider Vinegar in compress (Swollen).



Glaucoma

Evening Primrose



Goiter

Irish moss, Kelp, Oak bark.



Gonorrhoea

Cornsilk, Echinacea, Goldenseal, Juniper, Yucca.



Gout

Alfalfa, Birch, Buckthorn, Burdock, Cascara sagrada, Celery, Chicory, Comfrey, Couchgrass, Dandelion, Fennel, Gentian, Horseradish, Oakstraw, Pennyroyal, Safflower, Saffron, Sarsaparilla, Senna, Thyme, Violet, Willow, Wintergreen, Wormwood, Meadowsweet.



Gravel

Marshmallow, Sage, Valerian (Bladder), Uva Ursi, Mallow, oakstraw, Nettle.



Gum disease/Problems

Barberry, Bayberry, Birch, Bistort, Blackberry, Echinacea, Elecampane, Juniper (Bleeding), Myrrh, Sage, oak bark, witchhazel.



H



Hair



Dandruff

Jojoba, Willow, Yucca, Burdock, Rosemary.



Hair Loss

rosemary, Birch, Jojoba, Sage, Wormwood, Yarrow.



Lighter hair

Chamomile, Lemon juice, Rhubarb



Shiny Hair

Burdock, Nettle



Strengthening

Jojoba, Rosemary





Halitosis (Bad breath)

Anise, Clove, Fenugreek, Irish moss, Mustard, Myrrh, Rosemary, Senna.



Hangover

Scullcap



Hay Fever

Garlic, Chamomile, Eyebright, Elderflower, Fenugreek, Burdock, Comfrey, Mandrake, Mullein, Spikenard, Willow, Nettle.



Headache

Hops, Wood betony, Chamomile, Lavender, Peppermint, Marjoram, Feverfew, Lemonbalm, Meadowsweet, Rosemary, Scullcap, Thyme, Valerian, Vervain, Passionflower, Wild yam, Eucalyptus, Lemongrass, Sage, Angelica, Basil, Black Cohosh, Blessed Thistle, Blue vervain, Catnip, Celery, Evening Primrose, Eyebright, Ginger, Kelp, Lobelia, Mandrake, Mistletoe (Migraine), Pennyroyal, Rhubarb, Rosehip, Saffron, St John’s Wort, Thyme, Violet, Willow, Wintergreen, Yarrow, Parsley, Wild Marjoram, Lemonbalm (Migraine), Cowslip.



Healing (Promotes)

Myrrh, Bayberry, Comfrey, Garlic, Elecampane, Witchhazel, Angelica, Thyme, Lady’s mantle.





Heart



Heart Ailments

Hawthorn berry, Capsicum, Cornsilk, Garlic, Lobelia, Mistletoe, Peppermint, Shepherds purse.



Heartburn

Catnip, Fennel, Meadowsweet, Cardamon, Peppermint, Slippery Elm, Comfrey, Marshmallow, Chamomile, Rosemary,

Lemonbalm, Aloe vera, Angelica, Thyme, Willow, Licorice, Gentian, Saffron.



Heart disease

Saffron, garlic



Heart Palpitations

Lemonbalm, Lime blossom, Motherwort, Passionflower, Hawthorn, Cramp bark, Ginger, Valerian.



Stimulate Heart

Anise, Black cohosh, Wintergreen.



Strengthen Heart

Blessed thistle, Flaxseed, Ginseng, Licorice, Calendula, Oakstraw, Peppermint, Safflower, Hawthorn, Mistletoe.





Hepatitis

Lobelia, Calendula, Wormwood.



Herpes

Horehound, Myrrh, Slippery elm, Soapwort, Oakstraw, Passionflower



Herpes Simplex 1 (Mouth)

Lysine amino acid with Vitamin C, A and Zinc. Yoghurt and Buttermilk for the pain. Lemon, Eucalyptus.



Herpes Simplex 2 (Genitals)

Black walnut, Goldenseal.



Hiccups

Catnip, Mustard, Wild yam.



Hives

Nettle.



Hoarseness

Coltsfoot, Eyebright, Horehound, Hyssop, Licorice, Mullein, Mallow.



Hormone imbalance

Agnus Castus, False Unicorn, Wild Yam, St John’s wort, Angelica, Motherwort, Black cohosh, Blessed thistle, Burdock, Damiana.



Hydrophobia

Echinacea, Lobelia, Scullcap.



Hypoactivity

Evening Primrose, Hops, Passionflower.



Hypochondria

Valerian, Dandelion.



Hypoglycaemia

Dandelion, Angelica, garlic, Hawthorn, Licorice, Mistletoe, Saffron, Scullcap.



Hyperglycaemia

Saffron.



Hypertension

Angelica, Cramp bark, Evening Primrose, Garlic, Mistletoe, Rue, Scullcap.



Hysteria

Black cohosh, Chamomile, Cramp bark, Gentian, Hops, Mistletoe, Passionflower, Peppermint, rosemary, Rue, Safflower, St John’s wort, Scullcap, Spearmint, Thyme, Valerian, Yarrow, Motherwort, Lemonbalm.



I



Immune System - strengthening

Echinacea, Yellow dock root, Cleavers, Marigold, Licorice, Astragalus, Bayberry, Garlic.



Incontinence

Horsetail



Inflammation

Capsicum, Myrrh, Hops, Mashed Potato (cold), Yarrow, St John’s Wort, Wintergreen (joints), Ginseng, Licorice (intestinal), Angelica, Barberry, Chamomile, Chicory, Coltsfoot, Evening primrose, Eyebright, Fenugreek, Marshmallow, Slippery elm, Spearmint (Bladder), Spikenard, Oak bark, Willow, Yarrow (throat), Yucca (Internal), Agrimony (Throat/mouth), Calendula, Mallow (Mucous membranes), Oakstraw (Gastro-intestinal), Borage.



Insanity

Catnip, Rue, Scullcap.



Insect repellent

Eucalyptus, Goldenseal, Wormwood.



Insomnia

Hawthorn, Comfrey, Alfalfa, Oakstraw, Irish moss, Horsetail, Lobelia, Chamomile, Valerian, Passionflower, Scullcap, Hops, Lemonbalm, Lime Blossom, Basil, Lavender, Mandarin, Marjoram, Black cohosh, Blue Vervain, Cascara sagrada, Catnip, Celery, Garlic, Hops, Mullein, Oakstraw, Peppermint, Saffron, St John’s wort, Scullcap, Aniseed, Linden, Sage, Clove, Dandelion, Mugwort, Pennyroyal, Cowslip, Feverfew.



Irritations

Lobelia, Evening primrose (skin), Hops (skin), Slippery elm (Mucous membranes), Oak bark (skin), Agrimony (Throat).



Itching

Buckthorn, Hops, Yellow dock



J



Jaundice

Yarrow, Yellow dock, Agrimony, Alfalfa, Barberry, Bayberry, Bistort, Blessed thistle, Boneset, Capsicum, Cascara sagrada, Chamomile, Chicory, Couch grass, Cramp bark, Flaxseed, Gentian, Hops, Horseradish, Hyssop, Mandrake, Calendula, Parsley, Plantain, Rhubarb, Safflower, Saffron, St John’s wort, Senna, Wild yam, Wormwood,.





Joints



Swollen joints

Irish moss, Kelp, Rhubarb, Scullcap, Yellow dock, Bedstraw.



Painful

Sarsaparilla, wintergreen, Arnica, Ginger, Eucalyptus, Cowslip.





K





Kidney Problems



Kidney Problems

Alfalfa, Basil, Birch, Black cohosh, Blessed thistle, Blue vervain, Buchu, Capsicum, Chamomile, Chicory, Cornsilk,

Couchgrass, Gentian, Hawthorn, Horseradish, Hyssop, Juniper (Infection), Kelp, Lemongrass, Marshmallow, Mustard, Nettle,

Oakstraw, Plantain, Sassafras, Shepherds purse, Spearmint (Inflammation), Oak bark, Wormwood, Meadowsweet, Parsley, Bedstraw, Goldenrod, Mallow (Disease).



Kidney Stones

Apple juice, Lemon juice, Uva Ursi, Agrimony, Comfrey, Couch grass, Hops, Oakmoss, Rosehip, Birch, Goldenrod.



Stimulate Kidneys

Celery





L



Laryngitis

Sage, Pokeweed, Thyme, Lady’s mantle, Mallow.



Laxative

Barberry, Flaxseed, Horehound (mild), Licorice, Rhubarb, Senna, Slippery elm, Fennel, Daisy, Burdock, Boneset.



Leprosy

Burdock, Pennyroyal, Red clover, Thyme, Yellow dock.



Leucorrhoea

Blessed thistle, Blue cohosh, Juniper, Plantain, Red Raspberry, Spikenard, Wintergreen, Lady’s mantle.



Leucosis

Echinacea



Lice

Hyssop, Thyme.





Liver



Strengthen Liver

Agrimony, Barberry, Bayberry, Black Cohosh.



Liver Congestion

Goldenseal, Clay, Oats, Vervain, Dandelion, Fenugreek, Horsetail, Red Clover, Uva Ursi, Hops, Yellow dock.



Liver problems

Blessed Thistle, Boneset, Buckthorn, Burdock, Cascara sagrada, Celery, Chicory, Dandelion, Evening Primrose, Flaxseed,

Ginseng, Goldenseal, Hyssop, Lemongrass, Licorice, Mustard, Oakstraw, Parsley, Red Clover, Rhubarb, Rosemary,

Safflower, Oak Bark, Wild Yam, Wormwood, Yarrow, Yucca, Agrimony.



Stimulate Liver

Fenugreek, Horseradish, Anise, Barberry, Black cohosh, Eyebright, Sassafras, Apples, Rosemary.





Lockjaw

Capsicum, Lobelia, Scullcap.



Longevity

Ginseng.



Lumbago

Angelica, Black Cohosh, Burdock, Celery, Couch grass, Shepherds purse, Wintergreen, oakstraw.



Lung Problems

Angelica, Basil, Black cohosh, Blessed thistle, Burdock, Capsicum, Coltsfoot, Comfrey, Couchgrass, Elecampane, Eucalyptus, Fenugreek, Flaxseed, Ginger, Ginseng, Horehound, Hyssop, Irish moss, Licorice, Lobelia, Marshmallow, Mullein, Mustard, Myrrh, Oakstraw, Pennyroyal, Plantain, Slippery elm.



Lymph Problems

Mullein, Fenugreek, Violet leaf, Black Cohosh, Echinacea, Garlic, Yellow dock.



M



Malaria

Rue, yarrow.



Malarial Diseases

Eucalyptus



Mastitis

Thyme.



Measles

Catnip, Chamomile, Bistort, Boneset, Lemongrass, Marjoram, Pennyroyal, Peppermint, Red Raspberry, Safflower, Saffron, Valerian.



Melancholy

Lemonbalm.



Memory

Ginseng, Gotu kola, Rosemary, Anise, Blessed thistle, Eyebright, Sage





Menopausal Problems



Hot Flushes

Sage, Black current, Black cohosh, Damiana, Angelica, Lady’s mantle.



Menopausal Problems

Sarsaparilla, Fennel, Jasmine, Black cohosh, Damiana, Angelica, Ginseng, Passionflower, St John’s wort, Mistletoe.



Nervousness/Anxiety/Depression/Mood Swings

Scullcap, Vervain, Lime blossom, St John’s wort, Lady’s mantle.



Night Sweats

Sage, Willow.





Mental Disturbance

Mistletoe.





Menstrual Problems



Excessive periods (Menorrhagia)

Lady’s mantle, Chamomile, Jasmine, Bayberry, Blackberry, Goldenseal, Nettle, Plantain, Red Raspberry, Shepherds purse,

Witchhazel, Goldenrod.



Lack of period (Amenorrhoea)

Pennyroyal, Tansy, False Unicorn root, Blue Cohosh, Rue, Motherwort, Licorice, Black cohosh, Chamomile, Cinnamon,

Fennel, Juniper, Basil, Marjoram, Peppermint, Sage, Angelica, Caraway, Catnip, Gentian, Ginger, Lemongrass, Calendula,

Mustard, Thyme, Valerian, Wormwood, Feverfew, Motherwort, Parsley.



Menstrual Balancing

Blue Cohosh, Bistort, Angelica, Juniper, Shepherds purse (Take 7-8 days before period).



Menstrual Problems

Angelica, Blessed thistle, Blue vervain, Elecampane, Mistletoe, Myrrh, Red raspberry, Safflower, Saffron, Oak bark,

Chamomile, Lady’s mantle.



Period Pain (Dysmenorrhoea)

Chamomile, Basil, Jasmine, Juniper, Lavender, Marjoram, Rosemary, Alfalfa, Blue Cohosh, Caraway, Catnip, Evening

Primrose, Peppermint, Wild yam, Wormwood, False unicorn root, Motherwort, Squaw vine, Marigold, Cramp bark, Pasque

flower, Raspberry leaf, Nettle, Shepherds purse, Ginger, Cinnamon, Cloves, Passionflower, St John’s wort, Strawberry leaf, Feverfew, Lady’s mantle, Sage, Thyme.





Metabolism - Increasing

Rue, Angelica, Horseradish, Sarsaparilla, Kelp, oak bark.



Mouthwash

Bistort, Peppermint, Witchhazel.



Mucous/Phlegm - Expelling

Blue Vervain, Chicory, Elecampane, Fenugreek, Horehound, Hyssop, Licorice, Sage, Marshmallow, Mullein, Pennyroyal, Safflower, Sage, St John’s Wort, Slippery elm, Spikenard, Mallow Plantain, Thyme, Capsicum, Caraway, Clove, Coltsfoot, Echinacea, Garlic, Agrimony.



Multiple Sclerosis

Evening Primrose, Echinacea.



Mumps

Catnip, Scullcap, Ginger, Fenugreek, St John’s Wort, Boneset, Chamomile, Lemongrass, Mullein, Safflower.



Muscular Aches and Pains

Wintergreen, Mustard, Valerian, Wild Yam, Willow, Witchhazel, Rosemary.



N



Nails - Strengthen

Horsetail, Blackberry, Kelp.



Nappy Rash

Comfrey, Goldenseal, Aloe Vera juice, Vitamin A and E, Chamomile, Mullein, Slippery Elm, Honey.



Nausea

Clove, Ginger, Peppermint, Chamomile, Fennel, Peppermint, Tangerine peel, Lemonbalm, Hops, Passionflower, Lemon, Lavender, Alfalfa, Anise, Basil, Eucalyptus, Gentian, Ginseng, Lemongrass, Marjoram, Pennyroyal, Red raspberry, Sage, Spearmint, Oak Bark, Wormwood, Feverfew.



Nephritis

Buchu



Nerves

Blue cohosh, Catnip, Cascara sagrada, Borage, Chamomile, Oakmoss, Peppermint (stimulates), Blue vervain, Evening Primrose, Oakstraw, Red Clover, Sage, Scullcap, Rosemary.



Nervous Exhaustion

Dandelion, Burdock, Red Clover, Oats, Vervain, Licorice, Scullcap, Ginseng, Astragalus, Basil, Cinnamon, Eucalyptus, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemongrass, Peppermint, Rosemary, Sage.



Nervousness

Crampbark, Chamomile, Celery, Burdock, Anise, Angelica, Ginseng, Hawthorn, Hops, Lemongrass, Lobelia, Mandrake, Mistletoe, Mullein, Passionflower, Pennyroyal, Red Raspberry, Rosehips, Rosemary, St John’s wort, Clove, Valerian, Wild yam, Willow, Witchhazel, Lavender, Lemonbalm.



Nervous System - Calming

Chamomile, Hops, Catnip, Fennel.



Neuralgia

Black cohosh, Blue cohosh, Celery, Cramp bark, Eucalyptus, Evening primrose, Hops, Horseradish, Chamomile, Rosemary, Marjoram, Mistletoe, Passionflower, Plantain, Rue, St John’s wort, Scullcap, Wild yam, Willow, Valerian.



Nightmares

Marjoram, Thyme, Wild Marjoram, Chamomile.



Nipples - Cracked

Comfrey, Chickweed, Marigold.



Nipples - Sore

Yarrow, Myrrh



Nosebleed

Yarrow, Alfalfa, Nettle, Rue, Oak bark.



P



Pain Relief

Mullein, Yucca, Ginger, Clove, Red raspberry, St John’s Wort, Wintergreen, Black cohosh, Catnip, Chamomile, Comfrey, Fennel, Hops, Lobelia, Mandrake, Oakstraw, passion flower, sassafras, scullcap, slippery elm, valerian, willow, wintergreen, marshmallow, plantain, ginger, onion, rosemary, Anise.



Palsy

Horseradish, Lobelia, Sage, Scullcap, Valerian, Cowslip.



Pancreas Problems

Capsicum, Elecampane, Gentian, Juniper, Kelp, Oakmoss.



Parasites (Internal)

Black Walnut, Garlic.



Paralysis

Oakstraw



Parkinson’s disease

Damiana, Scullcap, Passionflower.



Peritonitis

Echinacea.



Pituitary Problems

Alfalfa, Cascara Sagrada, kelp, Sassafras.



Pleurisy

Coltsfoot, Comfrey, Flaxseed, Lobelia, Mullein, Mustard, Pennyroyal, Yarrow.



Pneumonia

Elecampane, Anise, Blue Vervain, Coltsfoot, Comfrey, Flaxseed, Lobelia, Mullein, Mustard, Pennyroyal, Slippery elm, Yarrow, Mallow.





Poisoning



Food Poisoning

Lobelia



Lead Poisoning

Mandrake.



Poisoning

Wormwood.





Poison Ivy/Oak

Sassafras, Slippery Elm, Witchhazel.





Pregnancy and associated disorders



After Pains

St John’s wort, Red Raspberry, Sassafras.



Childbirth Aid

Pennyroyal, Black cohosh, Red raspberry, Spikenard.



False labour

Catnip, Blue Cohosh, Red Raspberry.



Induce Labour

Blue Cohosh



Labour Pain (Easing)

Wormwood



Lactation - Decreasing

Black Walnut, Parsley, Sage



Lactation - Increasing

Nettle, Fennel, Vervain, Borage, Raspberry leaves, Marshmallow, Alfalfa, Blessed thistle, Caraway.



Miscarriage (Prevent)

Red Raspberry, Wild Yam, Squaw vine, False Unicorn, Cramp bark, Bayberry, Catnip, Hawthorn, Lobelia, Lady’s mantle.



Morning Sickness

Red Raspberry, Catnip, Peppermint, Spearmint, Alfalfa, Chamomile, Lemonbalm, Meadowsweet, Fennel, Ginger, Cinnamon,

Clove, Goldenseal, Kelp, Wild Yam.



Prolapsed Uterus

Red Raspberry, Bayberry, Black Walnut, Burdock, Eucalyptus.



Rigid Cervix (Helps labour)

Blue Cohosh, Wild Yam, Crampbark, Raspberry leaves, Squaw vine.



Strengthening Uterus

Raspberry leaf, Squaw vine, Kelp, Lady’s mantle.



Strengthen weak contractions

Black Cohosh, Blue Cohosh, Goldenseal, Ginger.





Prostate Problems

Angelica, Buchu, Cornsilk, couch grass, Damiana, Echinacea, Kelp, Rosemary, Oak bark (Cancer), Epilobium.



Psoriasis

Burdock, Cleavers, Sarsaparilla, Yellow dock, Scullcap, Motherwort, Lime blossom, Comfrey, Chickweed, Aloe Vera, Dandelion, Jojoba, Red Clover, Rosehip, Saffron, Sarsaparilla, Sassafras, Thyme, Bedstraw, Birch.



Pyorrhoea

Barberry, Birch, Capsicum, Eucalyptus, Oak bark.



R



Rabies

Lobelia, Skullcap.



Rashes

Yarrow, St John’s wort, Aloe Vera, Black Walnut, Dandelion, Elder Flower.



Respiratory Problems

Elecampane, Comfrey, Blessed thistle, Basil, Ginger, Horehound, Marjoram, Plantain, Echinacea (Infection), Plantain, Thyme.



Restlessness

Catnip, Scullcap, Passionflower.



Rheumatism

Aniseed, Cinnamon, Lemon, Dandelion, Burdock, Elderflower, Juniper, Cramp bark, Flaxseed, Sarsaparilla, Sassafras, Skullcap, Senna, Spikenard, Thyme, Wild Yam, Willow, Wintergreen, Wormwood, Oakstraw, Yarrow, Yellow dock, Parsley, Cranberry juice, Alder, Elderberry, Olive oil.



Rickets

Scullcap.



S



Scabies

Wild Yam



Scarlet Fever

Myrrh, Boneset, Lobelia, Safflower, Saffron, Valerian.



Scars

Aloe vera, Calendula.



Sciatica

Rue, Parsley, Thyme, Wintergreen, St John’s wort, Rosemary.



Scrofula

Mandrake, Black walnut, Bayberry, Gentian, Gotu Kola, Plantain, Sarsaparilla, Violet.



Scurvy

Burdock, Yellowdock.



Seasickness

Marjoram, Peppermint.



Seborrhoea

Jojoba.



Sedative

Hops, Chamomile, Lavender, Valerian, Birch, Black Cohosh, Blue Vervain, Evening Primrose, Fennel, Hops, Lobelia, Mistletoe, Mullein, Passionflower, Red Clover, Willow, Lemonbalm, Cowslip, Hawthorn.



Senility

Blessed thistle.



Shingles

Horehound, Oakstraw, Passionflower



Shock

Capsicum, Lavender, Lemonbalm, Catnip, Lobelia, Valerian.



Sinusitis

Echinacea, Eyebright, Elderflower, Goldenseal, Marshmallow, Fenugreek, Basil, Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Marjoram, Blackberry, Comfrey, Horseradish, Mullein, Myrrh, Sage, Thyme, Witchhazel.



Skin Diseases/Disorders

Agrimony, Black cohosh, Blue vervain, Buckthorn, Burdock, Catnip, Chamomile, Plantain, Saffron, St John’s wort, Sarsaparilla, Sassafras, Senna, Spikenard, Yellow dock, Yucca, Soapwort, Witchhazel, Bedstraw, Birch, Eldreflower, Horehound, Lady’s mantle.



Sleep walking

St John’s wort



Smallpox

pennyroyal, bistort, black cohosh, yarrow.



Spasm

Cowslip, Peppermint, Red Clover, Rosemary, Sassafras, Scullcap, Spearmint, Valerian, Wild Yam Bowel), Lemonbalm, Blue cohosh, Caraway, Catnip, Chamomile, Cramp bark, Fennel, Lobelia, Marigold, Mullein, Passionflower.



Speech disorders

St John’s wort



Spinal Meningitis

Scullcap.



Spleen Problems

Barberry, Blessed thistle, Blue Vervain, Cascara sagrada, Chicory, Dandelion, Evening primrose, Gentian, Hops, Hyssop, Lemongrass, Mistletoe, Parsley, oak bark, Yellow dock.



Sprains

Comfrey, Thyme, Linseed, Chamomile, Clove, Lavender, Marjoram, Rosemary, Eucalyptus, Agrimony, Capsicum, Gentian, Marigold, Mustard, Rue, Burdock, Yellow dock, Ginger.



Stiffness

Yucca, Rosemary, Chicory.





Stomach



Stomach cramps

Catnip, Fennel, Chamomile, Angelica, Basil, Caraway, Hops, Marjoram, Pennyroyal, Peppermint, St John’s Wort, Sassafras,

Lemonbalm



Stimulate Stomach

Wintergreen



Stomach Upsets/Problems

Catnip, Fennel, Ginger, Cardamon, Peppermint, Slippery Elm, Comfrey, Marshmallow, Meadowsweet, Chamomile,

Rosemary, Lemonbalm, Agrimony, Angelica, Blackberry, Blue Vervain, Caraway, Chicory, Dandelion, Fenugreek, Gentian,

Horehound, Myrrh, Plantain, Red raspberry, Rhubarb, Saffron, Thyme, Wormwood, Yarrow, Yellow dock, Basil.





Stress/Anxiety

Valerian, Motherwort, Scullcap, Passionflower, Vervain, Oats, Ginseng, Catnip, Chamomile, Lime blossom, Lemonbalm, Meadowsweet, Hops, Basil, Cinnamon, Jasmine, Blue vervain, Ginseng, Licorice, Lobelia, rosehips, Goldenrod.



Stroke (preventing)

Cowslip, Capsicum.



Sunstroke

Pennyroyal.



Swelling

Yucca, Catnip, Yarrow, Capsicum, Chamomile, Witchhazel, Fennel, Grapefruit, Juniper, Mandarin, Orange, Rosemary, Sage, Burdock, Coltsfoot, Comfrey, St John’s Wort, Thyme, Oak Bark (Glands), Wild Marjoram.



Sweating (To promote)

Sarsaparilla, Fenugreek, Mustard, Bistort, Blue Vervain, Buckthorn, Catnip (Doesn’t heat the body), Celery, Ginger, Horehound, Pennyroyal, Safflower, Sassafras, Thyme, Wormwood, Yarrow, Elderflower.



Syphilis

Couchgrass, Echinacea, Lobelia, Mandrake, Red Clover, Slippery elm.



T



TB

Aloe vera, Black cohosh, Black walnut, Coltsfoot, Comfrey, Irish moss, Juniper, Marjoram, Mullein, Myrrh, Pennyroyal, Saffron, Slippery elm, Witchhazel, Echinacea.





Teeth



Cleaning Teeth

Sage, Thyme (Prevents tooth decay).



Strengthen Teeth

Elecampane, Lobelia, Horsetail, Blackberry, Kelp.



Teething

Lobelia, Chamomile, Clove, Peppermint, Spearmint, Red raspberry, Yarrow.



Toothache

Hops, Clove, Capsicum, Alfalfa, Angelica, Caraway, Garlic, Ginger, Lobelia, Calendula, Marjoram oil, Pennyroyal, Sassafras,

Oak Bark, Chamomile.





Tetanus

Lobelia.



Thrombosis

Evening Primrose.



Thrush

Buchu, Garlic, Sage, Wintergreen, Agrimony, oak bark.



Thyroid problems

Irish Moss, Kelp, Rhubarb, Scullcap, Yellowdock, Bedstraw.



Tonic

Boneset, Chicory, Comfrey, Couch grass, Angelica, Ginger, Horehound, Licorice, Mistletoe, Wormwood.



Tonsillitis/Sore Throat

Onion, Black Walnut, Catnip, Red Raspberry, Comfrey, Pineapple juice, Echinacea, Cleavers, Marigold, Red Sage, Thyme, Agrimony, Barberry, Bayberry, Boneset, Capsicum, Chamomile, Eucalyptus, Ginger, Goldenseal, Hawthorn, Hyssop, Licorice, Lobelia, Marshmallow, Mullein, Mustard, Myrrh, Red raspberry, Rose hip, Sage, Slippery elm, Violet, Oak bark, Willow, Wintergreen, Witchhazel, Elderflower, Fenugreek, Mallow, Thyme.



Toxaemia

Alfalfa, Raspberry, Comfrey, Kelp, Dandelion, Red beet, Yellow dock, Strawberry, Lobelia, Burdock, Nettle, Mullein.



Typhoid

Chamomile, Echinacea, Eucalyptus, Horehound, Juniper, Mandrake, Rue, Yarrow.



U



Ulcers

Myrrh, Bayberry, Comfrey, Alfalfa (Internal ulcers), Aloe Vera, Angelica (Gastric), Barberry, Black Walnut, Capsicum (Gastric), Chamomile (Peptic), Comfrey, Eucalyptus, Evening primrose, Fenugreek, Ginseng, Irish moss, Licorice (Stomach), Calendula, Myrrh (Mouth), Nettle, Pennyroyal, Plantain, Red Clover, Red Raspberry (mouth), Rosehips (Mouth), Saffron (Internal), Sage, St John’s wort (skin), Sassafras (Varicose), Slippery Elm, Valerian, Violet, Oak Bark, Willow, Witchhazel, Yarrow, Yellow dock, Burdock, Calendula (Peptic), Horsetail, Mallow (skin).



Urinary Tract/Bladder infections

Blue cohosh, cornsilk, couch grass, Plantain, Sage, Uva Ursi, Birch, Echinacea.



Urinary Tract/Bladder problems

Cleavers, Cornsilk, Uva Ursi, Alfalfa, Basil, Birch, Blue Vervain, Buchu, Chamomile, Comfrey, Couch grass, Cramp bark, Gentian, Hyssop, Irish moss, Juniper, Lemongrass, Marshmallow, Oakstraw, Parsley, Red Clover, Red raspberry, Safflower, Sassafras, Scullcap, Slippery elm, Oak bark, Daisy leaf, Meadowsweet, Wintergreen, Yarrow, Yellow dock, Uva Ursi, Birch, Echinacea (infection), Goldenrod, St John’s Wort, Oakstraw, Nettle.



V



Vaginitis

Blue cohosh, Goldenseal, Nettle.



Venereal Disease

Goldenseal, Hops, Mullein, Parsley, Plantain, Sarsaparilla, Sassafras, Spikenard, oak bark, Witchhazel, Yucca.



Vertigo

Pennyroyal.



Vomiting

Clove, Basil, Chamomile, Catnip, Fennel, Lavender, Lemon, Celery, Peppermint, Spearmint, Angelica, Blackberry, Ginseng, Lemongrass, Lobelia (Small doses), Mandrake, Red raspberry, Oak bark, Feverfew, Lady’s mantle.



W



Warts

Potato, Buckthorn, Dandelion (fresh juice), Garlic, jojoba, mandrake, Fresh Mullein leaves, Thyme, Wintergreen.



Warts - Plantar

Thuja



Water retention

Juniper, Fenugreek, Hops, Horseradish, Kelp, Marjoram, Elecampane, Birch, Plantain, Saffron, Sassafras, Shepherds purse, Dandelion, Meadowsweet, Goldenrod, Horsetail.



Weak Peristalsis

Blackberry, Cascara Sagrada.



Weight Control/Obesity

Phenylalanine amino acid, Kelp, Licorice, Beetroot, Hawthorn, Fennel, Cornsilk, Echinacea, Evening Primrose, Sassafras, Senna, Wormwood, Dandelion.



Whooping cough

Coltsfoot, Elecampane, Evening primrose, Red clover, Rue, Slippery elm, Thyme, Violet, Wild yam, Cowslip, Goldenrod, Plantain, Ginger, Hops, Lobelia, Mandrake, Marjoram, Marshmallow.





Women’s Problems



Ovarian Irritation

Cramp bark, Willow.



Uterine Disorders

Queen of the meadow, St John’s wort, Oak bark, Pennyroyal, Shepherds purse, Thyme,



Uterine Haemorrhage

Saffron



Vaginal Problems

Shepherds purse, Slippery elm (Irritation), Oak Bark.



Women’s problems

Blackberry, Blue vervain, Caraway, Couchgrass, Damiana, Angelica, Elecampane, Evening Primrose, Hops, Licorice, Lobelia,

Mullein, Pennyroyal, Red raspberry, Rue, Slippery elm, Wormwood.



Worms and Parasites



Parasites

Buckthorn, Sarsaparilla (skin), Thyme.



Ringworm

Garlic, Lobelia, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Peppermint, Aloe vera, Black Walnut, Goldenseal, Thyme.



Tapeworm

Pumpkin seeds, False unicorn



Worms

Apples, Anise, Sage, Garlic, Papaya, Pomegranate, Pumpkin seeds, Aloe Vera, Basil, Birch, Bistort, Black Walnut, Blessed

thistle, Blue Vervain, Boneset, Buckthorn, Cascara sagrada, Catnip, Elecampane, Eucalyptus, Fennel, Flaxseed, Gentian,

Hops, Horehound, Horseradish, Hyssop, Juniper, Lobelia, Mandrake, Calendula, Plantain, Rue, Sage, St John’s wort, Senna, Slippery elm, Thyme, Valerian, Oak bark, Willow, Wormwood.





Wrinkles

Witchhazel, Jojoba, Aloe Vera, Kelp



“Old Fashioned” Remedies:



After birth bath - Mix Comfrey, Marigold, St John’s Wort together, use 1 teasp combines herbs to 1 pint of water, place in bath water.



Allergies - Cut orange peels into strips and soak in apple cider vinegar for several hours. Drain, cook down in honey until soft. Keep in the fridge and eat one as required.



Asthma - 1-2 teasp shredded Elecampane in a litre of boiling water, let stand for 8-10 hours, reheat and drink hot, 1 cup twice a day.



Bleeding - Apply a small amount of cayenne pepper to the wound, or add to a glass of water to take internal. Apply fresh lemon juice to a wound.



Colds/Flu - Wash 2oz barley and boil in 1 pint of water for a few minutes, discard water and place the barley in 4 pints of pure water. Add clean lemon peel and boil down to 2 pints. Strain and add 2 oz of honey. This can be used by children.



Cough - Almond drink - Grind almond into powder, steep in 1 pint cold water. Equal parts Mullein, Marshmallow, Comfrey, Lobelia, Chickweed. Equal parts Sage and Thyme with pinch of Cardamon, Ginger, Cloves and Nutmeg.



Cleaning teeth - Myrrh oil mixed with Bi-carb soda... brush on teeth, Cut a strawberry in half, and rub the juice onto teeth.



Cystitis - Drink Cranberry juice. Drink Barley Water - take 4oz (113g) washed barley, place in a pot with 600ml (1 pint) water, boil until the barley is soft. Add honey and lemon.



Diarrhoea

Mopping up foods like bread. Carrot soup. Water mixed with a small amount of baking soda and sugar (Helps to de-mineralise).



Fever - Almond drink - Grind almond into powder, steep in 1 pint cold water.



Lower blood sugar

All beans (string, Kidney, Snap etc.)



Ringworm - Mix lemon juice, eggwhite and nail varnish together and apply to the area every few hours.

Magickal & Healing Herbs ...
16:50 Mar 25 2015
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Plants, flowers and trees all have their own magickal and healing properties. I will refer to them all as "herbs" even though they aren't all in the herb family.



When you pick plants, you should always thank their spirit. Basically you are saying that you thank them for their service to you. You should only take as much of the plant as you need, and you should never pick small plants, remember to leave enough of the plant so that it can regenerate itself Some people like to leave an offering at the base of the tree/plant, something like a crystal or perhaps some organic matter to feed the plant.





Healing With Herbs:



Magickal Uses for Herbs:

Aromatherapy

Healing with herbs



A-Z of Herbs

Herbal substitutions

Incense



Herbal Recipes

Healing Ointments



Tinctures

Magickal Inks



Incense

Perfume



Lip Balm



Making your own Herbal recipes

You can make your own tinctures, ointments/salves, incense and oils without too much effort. They are not only fun to make, but generally have stronger magickal power than those you buy readymade. As you are making the potions you can chant, sing, draw pentagrams or other symbols as you are stirring. You can add the ingredients specifically for the type of spell you wish to do. If you store them well you can keep your potions/incenses etc. for use later.





Healing Ointments

You need to use a base that will be solid at room temperature, but liquid when heated, Vaseline is great for this. Gently heat 1 cup of Vaseline over low heat until it has liquefied. Make sure that it doesn't burn. Add ¼ cup of your herbal mixture (From dried crushed herbs of your choice - look in the listing of herbs for healing), mix with a wooden spoon. Continue stirring over a very low heat for a few minutes. Strain, and pour into a heatproof container (such as a canning jar). Add ¼ teaspoon of benzoin tincture as a natural preservative. Label the jar - listing herbs used. Store in the refrigerator. Do not apply to broken skin.



Lip Balm

This recipe makes a very thick balm, so you might like to add more to the recipe if you would like it to be softer. Place equal parts of grated Beeswax and oil into a double boiler (Or a ceramic bowl in a pan of water). You can use any oil, Apricot kernel for a light balm (cosmetic), Avocado for a heavy balm (for very dry skin) olive, hazelnut, sesame or some other vegetable oil. Stir until the wax has melted. Remove from the heat and let cool very slightly, until it has just begun to thicken. (This is so that the hot wax won't evaporate the oils.) Now add the Essential oils to the wax (Sandalwood is great for dry or oily skin - it balances). Stir thoroughly with a wooden spoon and pour into a heatproof container. Store in the fridge.



Tinctures

Take a jar with about 1 cup of herbal mixture in the bottom. Pour in Vodka or isopropyl alcohol to cover the herbs, plus another 2 cm. Leave this for 2 weeks, shaking often. Strain off the herbs, and you will have a Tincture. Do not ingest this.



You can use tinctures like anointing oils. Benzoin tincture has another property, it will help stop oils going rancid, so it is useful to add a few drops of Benzoin tincture to all essential oil blends, and any ointments etc. to help preserve them.



Myrrh tincture apparently helps set a scent, and helps prevent the scent fading over time.



Magickal inks

Some people like to write their spells or write in their BOS with special inks. These can be purchased or you can make them. (You’ll need a nib pen or something similar) To make a Magickal ink you crush the herbs you are going to use and place them in a jar (You don’t have to use exact measurements), add red wine or Vodka to cover the herbs plus 1cm. Red Wine will help to add to the colour of the ink, and I like to add coffee and tea to help give colour. Leave this for 2 weeks. You can add food colouring to make coloured inks, and rose/Lavender or other floral water to make scented ink if you wish. The following are ingredients I use for the 3 most common inks:



Bat’s Blood ink Dove’s blood ink Dragon’s blood ink

Dragon’s blood resin Dragon’s blood resin Dragon’s blood resin

Coffee grounds Coffee grounds Coffee grounds

Tea leaves Tea leaves Tea leaves

Myrrh Bay leaves

Cinnamon Cinnamon Cinnamon

Cloves Cloves Cloves

(Scent - Lavender water) (Scent - Rose water) (Scent - Rose water)

(Colour - blue) (Colour - purple) (Colour - Red)



Of course the “Bat’s Blood” etc. names are just names, the ink doesn’t contain blood at all. Having said that, some religions (like Voodoo) do use blood as ink. But from a Wiccan point of view this is wrong, as you are killing animals, which many Pagans believe is as wrong as killing a person.



When I make ink I don’t use exact quantities, but I’ll estimate the amounts I use. I use a big jar with a sealable lid. To this I add 1 bottle of cheap red wine (The quality doesn’t matter for ink making). This leave a wine smell, which you can cover up with Rose water or another floral water if you wish. But it also adds a red colour, which I like. Some people use Vodka instead of wine, so that they don’t make a reddish ink (If they want to make green or something) and it doesn’t leave a red wine smell. I put about ¼ cup of coffee grounds and about ¼ of tea leaves in to help add colour. These will give a brown colour and also add to the smell. I then put about 5 crushed cinnamon sticks, about ¼ cup of cloves, about 1 tablespoon of turmeric (For a yellow colour), about a teaspoon of frankincense granules, about a teaspoon of dragon’s blood powder, about 1/8 cup of cracked black pepper (I love the stuff) and any other herbs I feel like adding. I then leave this for about a week, stirring occasionally. I strain it into smaller jars and add different food colours to each jar. As much as I think it needs to make a good ink. I keep this in the fridge, to help preserve it.



Perfume

Some people like to make a special perfume to wear when in rituals, or a specific perfume to use when invoking specific Gods and Goddesses. You can do this by adding essential oils to a carrier oil – which will make an oily perfume. Or you can add them to vodka or isopropyl alcohol. As I mentioned above, you might like to add some Benzoin tincture to the mix, to preserve it. When I did this my perfume went white and cloudy… I am not sure if I put too much benzoin in it or not (I did use quite a bit more than a few drops)



Try making blends using oils for the Goddesses and God and wearing them in ritual when you invoke them.



Essential Oils/Perfume #2

You can make your own Essential oils (and get a perfume as a by product) by taking a jar and putting the plant matter into the bottom. Cover with alcohol and leave sit for 2 weeks, shaking often. Strain the herbs off and freeze the mixture. The alcohol won't freeze, but the oil will, so just pick off any frozen bits and these are Essential oils, and the alcohol left over is a perfume (or you can use it to extract more essential oils)

Power of the Earth Spell...
16:48 Mar 25 2015
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From Malaysia, a power spell that harnesses the power of the earth. This spell can be used to empower yourself in any situation.

You will need:

A small stone

A small amount of soil or sand

A piece of cloth

A bowl of spring water

This spell can only be begun two nights prior to a full moon.

Put the soil or sand into the bowl. Fill the bowl halfway with spring water. Place the stone in the bowl of water. Place the bowl, with the stone in it, in a place where it will be exposed to the light of the moon. Leave it there for two nights prior to the full moon.

On the night of the full moon, remove the stone at midnight. Wrap the stone in the cloth and place it under your pillow as you sleep.

In the morning, you must be up before sunrise. Place the stone in a place where it will receive the light of the rising sun. When the sun has fully risen, the spell is worked.

Carry the stone with you whenever you need to be empowered.

Aromatherapy for Pets
16:43 Mar 25 2015
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Aromatherapy can be used for dogs, Horses and other larger animals, but is not recommended for use with cats, as they cannot excrete the oils and this can cause a buildup of toxic chemicals in the body. Likewise birds (and other small animals) should not be exposed to Essential Oils. When using Essential oils for animals, use only the oils recommended for children, and in a 1/2 to 1/3 of the concentration you would for adults. Using Aromatherapy with pets can be dangerous, so is best left to trained Aromatherapists.



To apply the oils, you can use Inhalation methods, or make up a blended oil for use on the area, or on the back of the neck. An estimated guide for blends would be 2tb of carrier oil with about 12-15 drops of Essential Oil. Then use 1-3 drops of this blend as required.





Anxiety & Hyperactivity:

Clary Sage, Lavender, Ylang Ylang



Arthritis/Muscle Ache:

Black pepper, Chamomile, Lavender



Calming:

Lavender, Marjoram, Petitgrain, Neroli, Rose, Valerian, Spikenard, Orange, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang



Fleas & Ticks:

Citronella, Grapefruit, Lemongrass, Lemon, Peppermint



Skin Conditions:

Lavender, Chamomile, Cedarwood







links

http://www.pamperedpuppy.com/features/200309_aromatherapy.php

http://www.dog-first-aid-101.com/aromatherapy-for-dogs.html

http://www.aromaweb.com/books/kristenleighbell.asp

http://www.thelavendercat.com/3201/index.html

Practical Usage of Aromatherapy
16:42 Mar 25 2015
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The following information is not intended to prescribe or diagnose in any way. It is not meant to be a substitute for professional medical advice/assistance. The intention of this list is to give information on which complaints Essential Oils have been used for, and how they might be used. Please consult your doctor or other health professional if you have any medical complaints. Do not attempt to self diagnose or self prescribe herbal treatments for yourself or others.



To make it easier to find everything, I have categorised the complaints into sections.

Stress related conditions Childrens complaints Womens complaints First Aid/other complaints

Nervous Tension Insect Bites Lack of periods Cuts and Sores

Stress Ringworm Period Pain Bruises

Fatigue Asthma Heavy Periods Shock

Insomnia Earache Menopausal probs Burns

Anxiety Chicken Pox PMS/PMT Headache

Depression Teething Thrush Fever

Nervous Exhaustion Scabies Aphrodesiacs Colds and Flu

Whooping cough Anaphrodesiacs Vomiting

Colic Labour pain Gastric spasm or cramp

Skin Care Worms Pregnancy oils Heartburn

Acne, pimples and spots Conjunctivitis Morning sickness Indigestion

Dermatitis Lack of milk Sinusitis

Bruises Muscles and Joints Cystitis Piles/Haemorrhoids

Chapped skin Arthritis Leucorrhea Insect repellent

Cold Sores (herpes) Rheumatism Pruritis Mouth or gum infections

Dandruff Strains and Sprains Urethritis Sore throat

Eczema Aches and Pains Tonsillitis

Chillblains Swelling Flatulence

Athletes foot Poor Muscle Tone Liver congestion

Dull or congested skin Muscle Cramps Loss of appetite

Dry or Sensitive skin Poor Circulation Migraine

Excessive perspiration Slack tissue Neuralgia and sciatica

Oily skin Hayfever

Irritated skin Nose Bleeds

Psoriasis Scalds

Scars Shingles

Rashes Water retention

Laxative



Please refer to the "contraindications" before using any of these oils, and remember not to use them directly on the skin.

Always use Essential oils in a 3% dilution with a carrier oil when using on the skin, unless it is for children, pregnant women or people with sensitive skin and then a lower dilution is required.



Stress Related conditions



NERVOUS TENSION:

Basil, Bergamot, Cedarwood, Chamomile, Cinnamon, Clary sage, Frankincense, Geranium, Jasmine, Juniper, Lavender, Lemongrass, Melissa, Mandarin, Marjoram, Mint ( Peppermint & Spearmint), Orange, Neroli, Patchouli, Pine, Rose, Rosemary, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Ylang ylang.



Sample methods of use:

1). Use as a massage oil.

2). Use in an oil burner.

3). Use in a warm bath.

4). Use as a warm compress, place on forehead or back of neck.





STRESS:

Basil, Bergamot, Cedarwood, Chamomile, Cinnamon, Clary sage, Frankincense, Geranium, Jasmine, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Melissa, Mandarin, Marjoram, Mint ( Peppermint & Spearmint), Orange, Neroli, Patchouli, Pine, Rose, Rosemary, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Ylang ylang.



Sample methods of use:

1). Use as a massage oil.

2). Use in an oil burner.

3). Use in a warm bath.

4). Use as a warm compress, place on forehead or on back of neck.





FATIGUE:

Basil, Cinnamon, Citronella, Clary sage, Eucalyptus, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemongrass, Mint( peppermint & spearmint), Patchouli, Pine, Rosemary, Sage, Vetiver, Ylang ylang.



Sample methods of use:

1). Use as a massage oil.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use in an oil burner.





INSOMNIA:

Basil, Chamomile, Lavender, Mandarin, Marjoram, Neroli, Rose, Sandalwood, Valerian, Vetiver, Ylang ylang.



Sample methods of use:

1). Use in an oil burner.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil.





ANXIETY:

Basil, Bergamot, Cedarwood, Frankincense, Geranium, Jasmine, Juniper, Lavender, Neroli, Rose, Ylang ylang.



Sample methods of use:

1). Use in an oil burner.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil.

4). Inhalation directly from the bottle.

5). If suffer from anxiety attacks, carry tissue with drops of oil, inhale as required.





DEPRESSION:

Basil, Bergamot, Clary sage, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Lavender, Neroli, Rose, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Ylang ylang.



Sample methods of use:

1). Use in an oil burner.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil.

4). Inhalation directly from the bottle.





NERVOUS EXHAUSTION:

Basil, Cassie, Cinnamon, Citronella, Clary sage, Eucalyptus, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemongrass, Mint (peppermint & spearmint), Patchouli, Petitgrain, Pine,

Rosemary, Sage, Vetiver, Ylang ylang.



sample methods of use:

1). Use in an oil burner.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil.

4). Use as a foot bath.

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Children's Conditions

(remember to use a lower dosage of oils for children and only oils that are safe to use given their age)



INSECT BITES:

Basil, Bergamot, Cajeput, Chamomile, Cinnamon, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Lemon, Tea tree, Ylang ylang.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a cold compress on effected area.

2). Use in a cool bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, rub into the bite as required.

4). Use directly from the bottle ( Lavender, Tea tree and Ylang ylang only.)

5). Use as a skin tonic, apply to bite as required.





LICE:

Cinnamon, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Lavender, Pine, Rosemary, Tea tree.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a hair tonic, wash hair then use this after the final rinse.

2). Use as a massage oil, rub into scalp, leave for an hour then wash off.

3). Put a few drops into a bottle of shampoo and wash hair as normal.

4). As preventative, make a spray from oils in an alcohol base and spray lightly over hair daily





RINGWORM:

Geranium, Lavender, Mint ( peppermint & spearmint ), Myrrh, Tea tree.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use directly on the effected skin, pour a drop onto a cotton bud or ball and apply to effected area. ( Lavender and Tea tree.)

2). Use as a massage oil, Apply to effected area with a cotton bud or ball.

3). Use as a skin tonic, apply to effected area with a cotton bud.



( With all the methods listed above, ensure you don't spread the infection to the bottle of oil you are using. To prevent this from occuring either pour oil onto cotton ball or bud then apply to skin, pour oil onto skin directly then mop up excess or if you must dip the cotton bud into the oil, use a new cotton bud each time.)





ASTHMA:

Cajeput, Clary sage, Clove, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Marjoram, Mint (peppermint & spearmint), Myrrh, Pine, Rose, Rosemary, Sage, Tea tree.



Sample methods for use:

1). Inhale directly from the bottle as required.

2). Inhale from a tissue as required.

3). Use in an oil burner.

4). Use as a warm compress, place on the chest.

5). Use as a massage oil, rub into chest and back.





EARACHE:

Basil, Chamomile, Lavender.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a massage oil, rub onto cheek near ear.

2). Use as a hot compress, place over ear.





CHICKENPOX:

Bergamot, Chamomile, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Tea tree.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a cold compress.

2). Use as a skin tonic, apply to spots.

3). Use in a cool bath.

4). Apply directly to spots ( Lavender and Tea tree only,) Being careful not to spread infection to oil bottle.





TEETHING/TOOTHACHE:

Chamomile, Clove, Mint (peppermint & spearmint), Myrrh.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a massage oil, rub into cheek where tooth is comming through.

2). Use as a warm compress, place on cheek above tooth.





SCABIES:

Cinnamon, Lavender, Lemmongrass, Mint (peppermint & spearmint), Pine, Rosemary.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a cool compress. place on effected area.

2). Apply directly to the skin ( Lavender only).

3). Use as a skin tonic. apply to effected area or bathe area.





WHOOPING COUGH:

Hyssop, Lavender, Rosemary, Sage, Clary Sage, Tea tree.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over the chest area.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, massage over the chest area





COLIC:

Aniseed, Melissa, Cardamon, Chamomile, Clove, Coriander, Cumin, Fennel, Ginger, Hyssop, Lavender, Marjoram, Mint, Neroli, Black Pepper, Rosemary, Clary Sage.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over the stomach area.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, massage over the stomach area





MEASLES:

Bergamot, Chamomile, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Tea tree.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a cold compress.

2). Use as a skin tonic, apply to spots.

3). Use in a cool bath.

4). Apply directly to spots ( Lavender and Tea tree only,) Being careful not to spread infection to oil bottle.





WORMS:

Bergamot, Chamomile, Eucalyptus, Lavender



Sample methods for use:

1). Use in a warm bath





CONJUNCTIVITIS:

Chamomile, Rose, Lavender.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over the eyes (keeping eyes closed of course).

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General First Aid Conditions



CUTS / SORES:

Chamomile, Clove, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Myrrh, Pine, Sage, Tea tree, Vetiver.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a skin tonic, apply to effected area.

2). Use as a cold compress.

3). Apply directly onto the skin ( Lavender and Tea tree only.)

4). Use in a cool bath.





BRUISES:

Arnica, Clove, Fennel, Geranium, Marjoram, Lavender, Rosemary.



Sample methods for use:

1). Apply directly to the skin ( Lavender only).

2). Use as a massage oil, rub onto effected area.

3). Use as a cold compress.

4). Use in a cool bath.





SHOCK:

Lavender, Melissa( Lemonbalm ), Neroli.



Sample methods for use:

1). Inhale directly from the bottle as required.

2). Inhale from a tissue as required.

3). Use in an oil burner.

4). Use as a warm compress, place on the chest.

5). Use as a massage oil, rub into chest and back.

6). Use in a warm bath.





BURNS:

Chamomile, Clove bud, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Lavender, Tea tree.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a cool compress, place over the area (not if the skin is broken).

2). Dilute 3% in a carrier oil, and apply to the area.

3). Use in a cool bath.

4). Apply directly to the skin (Lavender, Teatree and Chamomile only)





HEADACHE:

Chamomile, Citronella, Eucalyptus, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemmongrass, marjoram (sweet), Mint (peppermint and spearmint), Rose, Rosemary, Rosewood, Sage(clary & spanish).



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a cold compress on forehead and back of the neck.

2). Use in a cool bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, rub into the forehead and neck.

4). Use in an oil burner.

5). Use as a warm compress on forehead and back of the neck.

6). Use in a warm bath.

7). Inhale directly from the bottle as required.



(Sometimes you get relief from headaches by either cooling, or heating the effected area, or by alternating between a hot and cold compress)





FEVER:

Basil, Bergamot, Eucalyptus, Juniper, Lemon, Lemongrass, Lime, Mint ( peppermint & spearmint), Rosemary, Rosewood, Sage, Tea tree.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a cold compress on forehead and back of the neck.

2). Use in a cool bath.





COLDS/FLU:

Aniseed, Basil ( french), Bergamot, Cajeput, Cedarwood, Cinnamon leaf, Citronella, Clove bud, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Grapefruit, Juniper, Lemon, Lime, Marjoram ( sweet), Mint ( peppermint & spearmint), Orange, Pine, Rosemary, Rosewood, Sage, Sandalwood, Tea tree.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress on forehead, chest and back of the neck.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, rub into the chest and back.

4). Use in an oil burner.

5). Inhale directly from the bottle as required.





VOMITING:

Basil, Chamomile, Clove bud, Fennel, Lavender, Lemon, Mint (peppermint & spearmint), Rose, Rosewood, Sandalwood.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a cold compress on stomach.

2). Use in a cool bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, rub gently into the stomach.

4). Use in an oil burner.

5). Use as a warm compress on stomach.

6). Use in a warm bath.

7). Inhale directly from the bottle as required.



(Sometimes you need to get cooler or warmer depending on the cause of your nausea/vomiting )





GASTRIC SPASM/CRAMP:

Aniseed, Cardamon, Cinnamon, Corriander, Cumin, Ginger, Lavender, Mint, Neroli, Black pepper, Clary sage, yarrow.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress on stomach/chest.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, rub gently into the stomach and chest.

4). Use in an oil burner.

5). Inhale directly from the bottle as required.





HEARTBURN:

Cardamon, Black pepper.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress on stomach/chest.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, rub gently into the stomach and chest.

4). Use in an oil burner.

5). Inhale directly from the bottle as required.





INDIGESTION:

Aniseed, Basil ( french), Angelica, Melissa, Cardamon, Chamomile, Cinnamon, Clove, Coriander, Fennel, Ginger, Hyssop, Lavender, Lemongrass, Mandarin, Marjoram, Mint, Myrrh, Nutmeg, Orange, Neroli, Black pepper, Clary Sage, Thyme, Valerian, Yarrow..



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress on stomach/chest.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, rub gently into the stomach and chest.

4). Use in an oil burner.

5). Inhale directly from the bottle as required.





SINUSITIS:

Basil ( french), Cajeput, Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Pine, Tea tree, Sweet Marjoram.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over nasal area.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, rub into the nose/cheek area.

4). Use in an oil burner.

5). Inhale directly from the bottle as required.





PILES / HAEMORRHOIDS:

Coriander, Cypress, Geranium, Juniper, Myrrh, Yarrow.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over the area.

2). Use in a warm bath.





INSECT REPELLENT:

Melissa, Basil, Bergamot, Cedarwood, Citronella, Clove, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Lavender, Lemongrass, Patchouli, Rosemary.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as massage oil to create a lotion, or mix with a body lotion instead of oil





MOUTH OR GUM INFECTIONS:

Bergamot, Cinnamon, Cypress, Fennel, Lemon, Myrrh, Orange, Clary Sage, Sage, Thyme.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over the jaw area.

2). Use as a massage oil over the jaw area.





SORE THROAT:

Bergamot, Cajeput, Chamomile, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Lavender, Myrrh, Pine, Sage, Clary Sage, Sandalwood, Tea treaa, Thyme, Yarrow.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over the throat area.

2). Use as a massage oil over the throat area.





TONSILLITIS:

Bergamot, Geranium, Hyssop, Sage, Clary Sage, Thyme.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over the throat area.

2). Use as a massage oil over the throat area.





FLATULENCE:

Aniseed, Basil ( french), Angelica, Melissa, Cardamon, Chamomile, Cinnamon, Clove, Coriander, Fennel, Ginger, Hyssop, Lavender, Lemongrass, Mandarin, Marjoram, Mint, Myrrh, Nutmeg, Orange, Neroli, Black pepper, Clary Sage, Thyme, Valerian, Yarrow..



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress on stomach.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, rub gently into the stomach.





LIVER CONGESTION:

Rose, Sage.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, rub gently into the stomach area.





LOSS OF APPETITE:

Bergamot, Cardamon, Carnation, Ginger, Myrrh, Black pepper, Lemon, Orange.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, rub gently into the stomach area.

4). Use in an oil burner





MIGRAINE:

Melissa, Basil, Chamomile, Citronella, Coriander, Lavender, Marjoram, Mint, Valerian, Yarrow.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a cold compress on forehead and back of the neck.

2). Use in a cool bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, rub into the forehead and neck.

4). Use in an oil burner.

5). Use as a warm compress on forehead and back of the neck.

6). Use in a warm bath.

7). Inhale directly from the bottle as required.





NEURALGIA/SCIATICA:

Chamomile, Citronella, Coriander, Euclyptus, Geranium, Lavender, Marjoram, Mint, Nutmeg, Pine, Rosemary.



Sample methods for use:

Depends on site of pain...

1). Use as a warm compress.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Inhale directly from the bottle as required.

4). Use as a massage oil





HAYFEVER:

Eucalyptus, Rose, Lavender, Melissa, Chamomile.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over affected areas of the face.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Inhale directly from the bottle as required.





NOSE BLEEDS:

Cypress, Frankincense, Lemon.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a cold compress on the back of the neck.

2). Inhale directly from the bottle as required.



* Tips.... A common piece of incorrect first aid is to put your head back when you have a nose bleed. This lets the blood run down into your stomach and is now considered the wrong thing to do. Place a firm pressure on the nostrils with your thumb and first finger to close the nostrils and lean forward, preferably sitting with your elbows resting on your knees. Continue for 1-2 minutes and then slowly release. If bleeding has not ceased - repeat. Do not blow your nose, or attempt to clean it for at least 5-10 mins after the bleeding has stopped.

.... A piece of rolled up tissue placed in the space between the top lip and the gums is said to stop nose bleeds quickly.





SCALDS:

Lavender, Chamomile, Lemon, Bergamot, Rosemary.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a cool compress, place over the area (not if the skin is broken).

2). Dilute 3% in a carrier oil, and apply to the area.

3). Use in a cool bath.

4). Apply directly to the skin (Lavender and Chamomile only)





SHINGLES:

Eucalyptus, Geranium, Bergamot, Teatree, Peppermint.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a cold compress.

2). Use as a skin tonic, apply to spots.

3). Use in a cool bath.

4). Apply directly to spots ( Lavender and Tea tree only,) Being careful not to spread infection to oil bottle.





WATER RETENTION:

Geranium, Juniper, Parsley, Clary sage, Fennel, Pine, Sage, Violet.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over area

2). Use in a warm bath





LAXATIVE:

Black pepper, Fennel, Marjoram, Rose.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over area

2). Use in a warm bath

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Muscles and Joints



ARTHRITIS:

Cajeput, Cedarwood, Chamomile, Clove bud, Eucalyptus, Fennel, Juniper, Lavender, Marjoram, Myrrh, Pine, Rosemary, Sage, Vetiver.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over area.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, rub into the area.





RHEUMATISM:

Aniseed, Basil, Cajeput, Cedarwood, Chamomile, Cinnamon, Clove bud, Eucalyptus, Fennel, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, pine, Rosemary, Sage, Vetiver.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over area.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, rub into the area.





SPRAINS / STRAINS:

Chamomile, Clove, Eucalyptus, Jasmine, Lavender, Marjoram, Pine, Rosemary, Vetiver.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over area if an old injury, a cold compress if new (within 2 days of occurance).

2). Use in a warm bath if an old injury (after 2 days from occurance)

3). Use as a massage oil, rub gently into the area (after 1 day from occurance).





ACHES / PAINS:

Aniseed, Basil, Cajeput, Chammomile, Clary sage, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Marjoram, Mint ( peppermint & spearmint), Pine, Rosemary, Sage, Vetiver.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over area.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, rub into the area.





SWELLING:

Fennel, geranium, Grapefruit, Juniper, Mandarin, Orange, Rosemary, Sage.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm or cool compress over area (Whichever gives more relief).

2). Use in a warm or cool bath (whichever gives more relief).

3). Use as a massage oil, rub gently into the area travelling from the extremeties in (ie from foot to knee for a swollen ankle).





POOR MUSCLE TONE:

Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemongrass, Marjoram, Pine, Rosemary, Sage.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over area.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, rub into the area.





MUSCLE CRAMPS:

Grapefruit, Jasmine, Lavender, Marjoram, Pine, Rosemary, Vetiver.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over area.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, rub into the area.





POOR CIRCULATION:

Cinnamon, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Lemon, Lemongrass, Neroli, Pine, Rose, Rosemary, Sage.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over area.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, rub into the area.





SLACK TISSUE:

Grapefruit, Geranium, Juniper, Lemongrass, Lime, Mandarin, Neroli, Black pepper, Petitgrain, Rosemary, Yarrow.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over area.

2). Use in a warm bath.

3). Use as a massage oil, rub into the area.

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Skin Care



ACNE/PIMPLES/SPOTS:

Bergamot, Cedarwood, Chamomile, Clary sage, Clove bud, Geranium, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Lime, Mandarin, Mint (peppermint & spearmint), Patchouli, Rosemary, Sage, Sandalwood, Tea tree, Vetiver, Ylang ylang.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use directly on the spot for oils that are safe to do so (use a cotton tip to apply the oil to the spot only)

2). Use in a 3% dilution on the spot for oils which are not safe to use directly on the skin, if you do not have sensitive skin.

3). Use in a 1% dilution on the spot for Clove, patchouli and Vetiver, or if you have sensitive skin, pregnancy etc..

4). Use 1-3 drops of oil into a full sink of hot water, place a towel over your head and with your eyes closed place your face over the sink to "steam" your face.

5). Add 1 drop of oil per 2 teaspoons of your usual face lotion/moisturiser and use as normal.



* Note - beware of cross infection. DO NOT dip the same cotton tip back into your bottle of oil. Avoid touching any of the surrounding area with the cotton tip once it has touched the spot.





DERMATITIS:

Birch (white), Cedarwood, Chamomile, Geranium, Juniper, Lavender, Mint, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Rosemary, Sage, Clary Sage, Thyme.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over area.

2). Use in a warm bath if applicable

3). Use as a massage oil, rub gently into the area.

4). Add 1 drop of oil per 2 teaspoons of your usual body lotion/moisturiser and use as normal.





BRUISES:

Clove, Fennel, Geranium, Marjoram, Lavender.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over area if an old injury, a cold compress if new (within 2 days of occurance).

2). Use in a warm bath if an old injury (after 2 days from occurance)

3). Use as a massage oil, rub gently into the area (after 1 day from occurance).





CHAPPED SKIN:

Chamomile, Lavender, Myrrh, Patchouli, Sandalwood.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over area.

2). Use in a warm bath if applicable

3). Use as a massage oil, rub gently into the area.

4). Add 1 drop of oil per 2 teaspoons of your usual face lotion/moisturiser and use as normal.





COLDSORES (HERPES):

Bergamot, Eucalyptus, Lemon, Tea tree.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use directly on the spot for oils that are safe to do so (use a cotton tip to apply the oil to the spot only)

2). Use in a 3% dilution on the spot for oils which are not safe to use directly on the skin, if you do not have sensitive skin.

3). Use in a 1% dilution on the spot for Clove, patchouli and Vetiver, or if you have sensitive skin, pregnancy etc..

4). Use 1-3 drops of oil into a full sink of hot water, place a towel over your head and with your eyes closed place your face over the sink to "steam" your face.



* Note - beware of cross infection. DO NOT dip the same cotton tip into your bottle of oil. Avoid touching any of the surrounding area with the cotton tip once it has touched the infected area





DANDRUFF:

Cedarwood, Clary sage, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Lemon, Patchouli, Rosemary, Sage, Tea tree.



Sample methods for use:

1). Add 60 drops of oil to 100mls of regular shampoo. Shake well before use, and use as normal shampoo.

2). Use as a Hair tonic, rinse your hair in this without rinsing out.





ECZEMA:

Bergamot, Cedarwood, Chamomile, Geranium, Juniper, Lavender, Myrrh, Patchouli, Rose, Rosemary, Sage.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over area.

2). Use in a warm bath if applicable

3). Use as a massage oil, rub gently into the area.

4). Add 1 drop of oil per 2 teaspoons of your usual body lotion/moisturiser and use as normal.





CHILLBLAINS:

Chamomile, Lemon, Lime, Marjoram.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over area.

2). Use in a warm bath

3). Use as a massage oil, rub gently into the area.

4). Use in a warm foot bath.





ATHLETE'S FOOT:

Clove, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Myrrh, Patchouli, Tea tree.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use directly on the area for oils that are safe to do so (use a cotton tip to apply the oil to the affected area only)

2). Use in a 3% dilution on the area for oils which are not safe to use directly on the skin, if you do not have sensitive skin.

3). Use in a 1% dilution on the area for Clove, or if you have sensitive skin, are pregnant etc..

4). Use in a warm foot bath.



* Note - beware of cross infection. DO NOT dip the same cotton tip back into your bottle of oil. Avoid touching any of the surrounding area with the cotton tip once it has touched the affected area.





CONGESTED / DULL SKIN:

Fennel, Geranium, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Mandarin, Mint ( peppermint & spearmint), Orange, Rose, Rosemary, Rosewood, Ylang Ylang.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over area.

2). Use in a warm bath if applicable

3). Use as a massage oil, rub gently into the area.

4). Add 1 drop of oil per 2 teaspoons of your usual body lotion/moisturiser and use as normal.





DRY OR SENSITIVE SKIN:

Chamomile, Frankincense, Jasmine, Lavender, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Violet.

Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over area.

2). Use in a warm bath if applicable

3). Use as a massage oil, rub gently into the area.

4). Add 1 drop of oil per 2 teaspoons of your usual body lotion/moisturiser and use as normal.





EXCESSIVE PERSPIRATION:

Citronella, Cypress, Lemongrass, Petitgrain, Pine, Sage.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a cool compress over area.

2). Use in a cool bath if applicable

3). Use as a massage oil, rub gently into the area.

4). Add 1 drop of oil per 2 teaspoons of your usual body lotion/moisturiser and use as normal.





OILY SKIN:

Bergamot, Cajeput, Chamomile, Citronella, Fennel, Geranium, Jasmine, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Mandarin, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Petitgrain, Rosemary, Rosewood, Clary Sage, Tea Tree, Thyme, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a cool compress over area.

2). Add 1 drop of oil per 2 teaspoons of your usual body lotion/moisturiser and use as normal.

3). Use 1-3 drops of oil into a full sink of hot water, place a towel over your head and with your eyes closed place your face over the sink to "steam" your face.



* Remember that you don't want to avoid oils if you have oily skin. DO keep using moisturiser (use an oil free one if you like), because your body will produce more oil if it thinks there isn't enough. It sounds funny, but if you want your oily skin to be dry, add oil (or moisture) - so your body won't have to produce as much itself....



IRRITATED SKIN:

Cedarwood, Chamomile, Jasmine, Lavender, Patchouli, Myrrh, Rose, Clary Sage, Tea Tree.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a cool compress over area.

2). Add 1 drop of oil per 2 teaspoons of your usual body lotion/moisturiser and use as normal.

3). Use 1-3 drops of oil into a full sink of hot water, place a towel over your head and with your eyes closed place your face over the sink to "steam" your face.





PSORIASIS:

Bergamot, Chamomile, Geranium, Lavender.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a cool compress over area.

2). Add 1 drop of oil per 2 teaspoons of your usual body lotion/moisturiser and use as normal.





SCARS:

Frankincense, Lavender, Mandarin, Neroli, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Violet, Lavender, Yarrow



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a massage oil over the scar





RASHES:

Chamomile, Lavender, Marigold, Sandalwood, Tea tree, Yarrow.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a cool compress over area.

2). Add 1 drop of oil per 2 teaspoons of your usual body lotion/moisturiser and use as normal.

3). Use 1-3 drops of oil into a full sink of hot water, place a towel over your head and with your eyes closed place your face over the sink to "steam" your face.

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Women's Health



LACK OF MENSTRUATION (Amenorrhea):

Chamomile, Cinnamon(leaf), Clary sage, Fennel(sweet), Geranium, Hyssop, Juniper, Marjoram(sweet), Myrrh, Peppermint, Rose, Sage(spanish).



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over the lower stomach area.

2). Use in a warm bath

3). Use as a massage oil, rub gently into the lower stomach area.





PERIOD PAINS (Dysmenorrhea):

Basil(french), Chamomile, Clary sage, Frankincense, Geranium, Jasmine, Juniper, Lavender(spike & true), Marjoram(sweet), Rose and Rosemary



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over the lower stomach area.

2). Use in a warm bath

3). Use as a massage oil, rub gently into the lower stomach area.





EXCESSIVE MENSTRUATION (Menorrhagia):

Chamomile, Clary sage, Frankincense, Jasmine, Myrrh and Rose.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a cool compress over the lower stomach area.

2). Use in a cool bath

3). Use as a massage oil, rub gently into the lower stomach area.





MENOPAUSAL PROBLEMS:

Fennel(sweet), Geranium, Jasmine and Rose.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use in an Oil burner

2). Use in a warm bath

3). Use as a massage oil





P.M.S./P.M.T.( Pre menstrual syndrome/ Pre menstrual tension):

Chamomile, Frankincense, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender(true), Marjoram(sweet), Myrrh, Neroli and Rose.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use in an oil burner

2). Use in a warm bath

3). Use as a massage oil





THRUSH (Candida):

Bergamot, Chamomile, Geranium, Myrrh, Rose and Tea tree.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use in a warm bath (or a half filled bath, just deep enough to cover the affected area)





APRODESIACS (Increase sexual desire):

Clary sage, Jasmine and Neroli.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use in an oil burner

2). Use in a warm bath

3). Use as a massage oil

4). Use as a perfume





ANAPHRODESIACS (Reducing sexual desire):

Sweet Marjoram.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use in an oil burner

2). Use in a cool bath





LABOUR PAIN / CHILD BIRTH AID:

Cinnamon(leaf), Clary sage, Jasmine, Lavender, Nutmeg and Rose.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use in an oil burner

2). Use in a warm bath

3). Use as a massage oil to massage onto the belly





MASSAGE OIL BLEND FOR PREGNANCY:

Safe oils to use during pregnancy for massage in a 1.5% dilution in a carrier oil:

Chamomile, Lavender, Rose (not for the first 4 months), Neroli, Mandarin, Petitgrain, Tangarine, Ylang Ylang. (some resources say Chamomile is not safe, most say it is).



Limited use Oils during pregnancy - use in less dilution, only if needed, not for long periods of time. Use caution and do not use before the 5th month of pregnancy:

Cypress, Geranium, Lemon, Sandalwood, Tea tree.





MORNING SICKNESS:

Chamomile, Lavender, Sandalwood



Sample methods for use:

1). Use in an oil burner

2). Use in a warm bath





LACK OF NURSING MILK:

Celery seed, Dill, Fennel



Sample methods for use:

1). Use as a warm compress over the breasts

2). Use in a warm bath





CYSTITIS:

Bergamot, Cedarwood, Chamomile, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Juniper, Lavender, Pine, Sandalwood, Tea tree, Thyme, Yarrow.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use in a warm bath (or a half filled bath)

2). Use as a warm compress over the lower stomach





LEUCORRHEA (discharge from the vagina):

Bergamot, Cedarwood, Cinnamon, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Marjoram, Myrrh, Rosemary, Clary sage, Sandalwood, Tea tree.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use in a warm bath (or a half filled bath, just deep enough to cover the affected area)





PURITIS/ITCHING:

Bergamot, Cedarwood, Juniper, Lavender, Myrrh, Tea tree.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use in a warm bath (or a half filled bath, just deep enough to cover the affected area)



URETHRITIS:

Bergamot, Tea tree.



Sample methods for use:

1). Use in a warm bath (or a half filled bath, just deep enough to cover the affected area)