Five-knot elemental blessing
Needed:
- A length of white cord or string, preferably of a natural material
- A piece of paper and a pen
Cast a circle and meditate for awhile, holding the cord or string in both hands, letting yourself become calm and focused. When you’re ready, take your string and tie four knots in it, moving right to left. Make them evenly spaced with a length of string left on either side. Tie each knot carefully and with purpose. As you make your knots, speak these words:
The first knot is tied to bless the heart. May friendship and love thrive, and may my emotions be happy and free as a rippling stream.
The second knot is tied to bless the will. May my drive and determination be strong to help me achieve my goals, and may my inner strength shine through like the bright flame of a candle.
The third knot is tied to bless the body. May I be in good health and be safe and secure, and have the steadiness and strength of the stones of the Earth.
The fourth knot is tied to bless the mind. May I be inspired and creative, able to express myself and my ideas. May my mind be fresh and free as a fair breeze.
Then take the two ends on either side of the four knots. Tie them together twice to make a fifth knot, making a circle with five evenly spaced knots. As you tie it, say:
The fifth knot is tied to bless the soul. May I be spiritually fulfilled, connected to the Earth and Sky, and one with all. May I be as whole as the universe itself.
Arrange the string as a perfect (or as perfect as you can make it) circle on the piece of paper. Take the pen and draw lines connecting the knots to make a pentagram, starting and ending with the fifth knot. Fill the symbol with power as you draw it, and allow its power to fill you. For a few moments, meditate or breathe deeply while gazing at it. When you feel ready, close your circle and end your rite. You can leave the string-and-paper pentacle on your altar (or wherever you drew it) for the rest of the day/night (or longer), if you like. When you take it apart, you can bury the string or keep it as a charm. Burn or bury the paper or otherwise return it to the elements.
(The pronouns in the spoken words can be changed to have this blessing be for someone else. If you perform this blessing for someone else, I would suggest writing his or her name on the paper prior to knotting the cord or string, and then forming the pentacle underneath the name. As always, it’s best to perform a spell for someone else with his or her permission.)
Hematite grounds and protects us. It strengthens our connection with the earth, making us feel safe and secure. It endows us with courage, strength, endurance and vitality. A “stone for the mind”, Hematite stimulates concentration and focus, enhancing memory and original thought.
Hematite utilises the magnetic qualities of our yin-yang energies to balance the meridians within the body and to provide a stable equilibrium between the ethereal nervous system and the physical nervous system. It focuses energy and emotions for balance between the body, mind and spirit.
Dissolves negativity and prevents you from absorbing the negativity of others. Haematite is strong, supporting timidity, boosting self-esteem and survivability, enhancing willpower and reliability, and imparting confidence. It helps to overcome compulsions and addictions, treating overeating, smoking and other forms of overindulgence.
Haematite restores, strengthens and regulates the blood supply, aiding blood conditions such as anaemia. It supports the kidneys and regenerates tissue. Stimulates the absorption of iron and formation of red blood cells. Treats leg cramps, anxiety and insomnia. Hematite aids spinal alignment and fractures.
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Loki Laufeyson is best known as the God of Mischief, but he is much more. He is one of the three Gods who gifted humankind with life. He is the God of the Hearthfire, a place more commonly held by Goddesses in other pantheons. He is the mother of Sleipnir, Odin’s eight-legged stead. Some of His other children include Fenrir, the World-Eating Wolf; Jörmungandr, the Midgard-Serpent; and Hel, the Giantess-Goddess of the Underworld. Most interesting and least known, however, is that Loki is the patron God of Ergi, or, Unmanly Behavior. Ergi includes a wide array of attributes and activities, from cross-dressing to receiving anal penetration. Also of interest, argr, the adjectival form of ergi, also translates in modern usage as angry or annoyed. In conclusion, Loki is (one of) the patron God(s/esses) of Hard Femme.
(submitted by detectivepunchymchitsthings)
Reblogging mostly for the artwork. This is really close to how I imagine Loki, especially with the androgynous features and small breasts
and I can relate to the whole ergi-thing more than I should I suppose.Oh wow that’s really awesome, I’ve never heard that before I’m gonna want to do more research into it. Anyone have any sources?
Because if this is all true the it’s official, Loki is and always will be my favorite God.
Fresh Air Spell
This spell is to create a room-cleansing mist to cleanse a space of negative energy and create a positive atmosphere. Make a “tea bag” by adding equal parts of rosemary and sage to a piece of cheesecloth. Tie the bag and toss it into water that is just at the brink of boiling. Allow this infusion to steep until it’s partially cooled. Remove the cheesecloth bag and pour the mixture into a clean spray bottle. Sprinkle in a few drops of peppermint and orange essential oil and add a sprig of dill and a pinch of sea salt. Place the bottle on your altar or a table and allow it to cool completely. If you wish, make a circle of quartz crystals around it and focus your intent on specific issues you wish to manifest. Spray the mixture into the air of any room you would like to freshen with positive energy.
Took a Chakra test
(I saw it on theascensionprocess’s tumblr, and had to take it!)
These are my results
- Root:under-active(-56%)
- Sacral:under-active(-19%)
- Navel:under-active(-56%)
- Heart:under-active(0%)
- Throat:open(19%)
- Third Eye:open(19%)
- Crown:under-active(-12%)
Totally not good O_O; sooooooooo I have lots of work to do to take care of this.
Anyone that has any meditations or tips for me, please leave me an ask.
http://www.eclecticenergies.com/chakras/chakratest.php
