The more you understand about crystals, the more effective they are! Crystals were created as the earth formed and they have continued to metamorphose as the planet itself has changed. Crystals are the earth’s DNA, a chemical imprint for evolution. They are miniature storehouses, containing the records of the development of the earth over millions of years, and bearing the indelible memory of the powerful forces that shaped it. Some have been subjected to enormous pressure, others grew in chambers deep underground, some were laid down in layers, others dripped into being–all of which affects their properties and the way they function. Whatever form they take, their crystalline structure can absorb, conserve, focus, and emit energy, especially on the electromagnetic waveband.
THE CRYSTAL LATTICE
Because of chemical impurities, radiation, earth and solar emissions, and the exact means of their formation, each type of crystal has its own specific “note.” Formed out of an array of minerals, a crystal is defined by its internal structure–an orderly, repeating atomic lattice that is unique to its species. A large or small specimen of the same type of crystal will have exactly the same internal structure, which can be recognized under a microscope.
This unique geometric crystal lattice is how crystals are identified and means that some crystals, such as Aragonite, have several very different external forms and colors, which at first glance could not possibly be the same crystal. However, because the internal structure is identical, they are classified as the same crystal. It is this structure, rather than the mineral or minerals out of which it is formed, that is crucial to crystal classification. In some cases the mineral content differs slightly, creating the various colors in which a particular crystal can be found.
While a number of crystals may be formed out of the same mineral or combination of minerals, each type will crystallize out differently. A crystal is symmetrical along an axis. Its regular external planes are an outward expression of its internal order. Each matching pair of faces has exactly the same angles. The internal structure of any crystalline formation is constant and unchanging.
Crystals are built from one of the seven possible geometric forms: triangles, squares, rectangles, hexagons, rhomboids, parallelograms, or trapeziums. These forms lock together into a number of potential crystal shapes, which have generic names based on their internal geometry. As the name suggests, a hexagonal crystal is formed from hexagons built into a three-dimensional shape. A collection of squares forms a cubic crystal, triangles a trigonal, and rectangles a tetragonal crystal, while rhomboids form an orthorhombic crystal, trapeziums a triclinic, and parallelograms a monoclinic crystal. The outer forms of the crystal will not necessarily reflect its inner structure.
At the heart of a crystal is the atom and its component parts. An atom is dynamic, consisting of particles rotating around a center in constant motion. So, although a crystal may look outwardly serene, it is actually a seething molecular mass vibrating at a certain frequency. This is what gives a crystal its energy.
THE EARTH’S CRUST
The earth began as a whirling cloud of gas, out of which was created a dense dust bowl. This contracted into a white-hot, molten ball. Gradually, over eons, a thin layer of this molten material, magma, cooled into a crust–the earth’s mantle. The crust is relatively about as thick as the skin on an apple. Inside that crust, the hot, mineral-rich, molten magma continues to boil and bubble and new crystals form.
Some crystals, such as Quartz, arise from the fiery gases and molten minerals in the earth’s center. Superheated, they rise toward the surface, propelled by stresses caused by movement of huge plates on the earth’s surface. As gases penetrate the crust and meet solid rock, they cool and solidify–a process that may take eons or may be fast and furious. If the process has been relatively slow, or if the crystal grows in a gas bubble, then large crystals can grow. If the process is fast, then the crystals are small. If the process stops and starts, effects such as phantom or self-healed crystals are possible. If the process is exceptionally fast, a glass-like substance, such as Obsidian, is formed rather than crystals. Crystals such as Aventurine or Peridot are created at high temperature from liquid magma. Others, such as Topaz and Tourmaline, are formed when gases penetrate adjoining rocks.
Yet other forms arise when magma cools sufficiently for water vapor to condense into a liquid. The resulting mineral-rich solution lays down crystals such as Aragonite and Kunzite. When it penetrates fissures in surrounding rock, the solution is able to cool very slowly and lay down large crystals and geodes such as Chalcedony and Amethyst.
Crystals like Garnet are formed deep in the earth when minerals melt and recrystallize under intense pressure and enormous heat. These crystals are known as metamorphic because they have undergone a chemical change that has reorganized the original lattice.
Calcite and other sedimentary crystals form from an erosion process. Rocks at the surface break down and mineralized water dripping through rock or traveling as a river lays down weathered material as new crystals, or the minerals become cemented together. Such crystals are often laid down in layers of a “bedrock” and tend to be softer in texture. Crystals are often found still attached to the bedrock on which they formed or cemented together as a conglomerate. This bedrock is known as the matrix.
As many of you may know, this is a special month! On January 31st we will experience a blue supermoon which will reach a total lunar eclipse/blood moon. Here are some aspects you can work with during this upcoming rarity:
Protection
Strength
Beginnings of Positivity
Endings of Negativity
Overcoming Addiction
Healing
Ultimate Power
Spirit Work
Heightened Sensitivity
Psychic Ability
Knowledge and Wisdom
Developing Magical Skills
Divination
Honoring Divinity
Water Magic
Hexes and Curses (If you so choose.)
TIPS
Lately, a few people seem to have latched onto the idea that it’s just plain dangerous to perform magic during a lunar eclipse, especially if you’re a “newbie.” There is absolutely no logical basis for this theory. If you’re worried enough about the state of your psyche that you believe it could be somehow damaged by doing magic during an eclipse, then you need to either (a) not do magic at all, or (b) learn how to ground, center and shield so you won’t self-sabotage any workings you do.
Some practitioners see the eclipse period–which is generally pretty short–as being the equivalent of an entire lunar cycle packed into one brief event.
In some modern magical traditions, a lunar eclipse is considered a sort of metaphysical bonus round–in other words, any spellwork you do during this period is amplified and has a bit of extra power behind it. If you’ve been waiting around for a good time to do some serious spell work, this is it. Pick a goal that serves your or others in a big way.
Looking for something a little different? Raise power during the supermoon by catching the light in a magnifying glass and charging the altar or spell elements with it.
The supermoon creates an especially strong pull on the ocean tides, making it an ideal time to work with the element of water.
Perhaps your schedule doesn’t permit you to use this event at the height of its power. In that case, leave out some crystals or make some moon water to store the supermoon’s energy for later use.
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More mabon goodies!!! This is something I devised while looking at various recipes and having a apples that needed to be used up. I think it turned out fairly well.
7 apples - fertility/abundance
4 cans of pillsbury crescent rolls
1tspVanilla extract- beauty/self love
2tbs Ground nutmeg-prosperity/luck
1tbs Ground cloves-prosperity/good relationships
3tbs Cinnamon-happiness/wealth
½ Crushed Walnuts-protection/empowerment
2/3 cup butter ( used vegan butter but dairy works fine) -tenacity/nurturing
1 cup sugar (preferably brown but white works fine)
Preheat oven to 375 degrees
Dice apples into bite size peices
then add apples, nutmeg, sugar, cloves, butter, cinnamon, and vanilla extract into pan
Keep them on medium until apples are soft.
(My stove was right between 4-3. And
it took 5-10 minutes till they were soft)
Open up the pillyberry dough and take out a single triangle from each one
(This will be used to patch up while we’re the apples break through if your like me and over stuff them)
Take the remaining dough and roll them into four separate balls
Roll out the balls into basically dough lines
Load up each line with the soft apples
Then pull on the sides to fill and create long dough filled apple things
Repeat for each ball of dough using the dough you pulled out to patch wholes along the way
Put non stick stuff into your pan (I just brush mine with olive oil)
Twist two lines of dough into a braid like thing
And repeat with the other two
Then brush over both twists with left over goop from the apples
Sprinkle on the crushed walnuts and bake for 30-35 minutes
I figured I’d post this bc Mabon is fast approaching and these legit take like 10 minutes of actual work and are yummy.
Psa these are vegan friendly if you use a vegan cake mix and dark chocolate chips. I’m vegan myself and use Duncan Hines white and spice cake mixes and enjoy life’s dark chocolate chips.
¾ tsp Cinnamon - happiness/wealth
½ tsp Cloves prosperity/good relationships
½ tsp Nutmeg prosperity/luck
1 tsp Vanilla extract beauty/self love
15oz Can of Pumpkin- protection
Box of vanilla or spice cake mix
(Optional)
1 cup crushed Walnuts (or really any nuts you like) -protection/empowerment
Banishing is farmore specific and directthan warding.
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WHY IS IT USED?
Banishing is used to get rid of a particulur energy,spirit, or person. Think carefully before banishing, asit’s a strong form of defensive magic.
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BANISHING METHODS
USE THE ELEMENTS
burn a slip of paper with your target’s name on it
throw a leaf with your target’s name on it into a running river/stream
burn corresponding herbs and pass the smoke through your space
CANDLES
anoint your candle with corresponding herbs and oils, then burn it
when the candle has burnt out. the banishing is complete
SIGILS
make your own banishing sigil find one that resonates with you
place it in the space or on the item you are banishing energy from
HERBS + TINCTURES
use herbal smoke to force energy out of a space or object
make a spray or herbal tineture to sprinkle around your home
FOLLOW YOUR INTUITION
use the method that calls to you
never use a method that feels wrong or that you haven’t researched thoroughly
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WARDING
Warding isa gentler form of defensivemagicthat isused in a more general sense.
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WHY IS IT USED?
Warding is used to protectand guardfromnegative energiesof any kind -it redirects energy away from you or your space.
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WARDING METHODS
VISUALIZATION
use your intention and energy to visualize a powerful barrier of protecting light around yourself or your space for more info on ENERGETIC PROTECTIONclickHERE
GUARDIANS
create a guardian to guard your home or space from negative energies
use a small object, enchant it with your intention,and keep it in a safe, permanent place
CRYSTALS
corresponding crystals can be worn as jewelry to protect against negative energy
placing erystals in a room or around you house will create a protective barrier
SALT
black salt can be ured in banishing rituals or used alone
sprinkle salt around your door and windows or make protection jars
HERBS
burn protective herbs and pass the smoke through your space or tools
sprinkle herbal oils and tinctures on yourself and your space for protective barriers
FOLLOW YOUR INTUITION
use the method that calls to you
never use a method that feels wrong or that you haven’t researched thoroughly
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I really hope this post was informative and helps some of you! If you have any questions please feel free to message me! merry meet- B
Dolmen of San Martín, one of the biggest in Álava (Spain). Beside the neolithic stones, there is a small stone hut, built in the past by shepherds. Photo by @paesica
REVERSED: Personal goals, inner alignment, fear of unknown, lack of planning
Two Of Wands Description (Rider Wait Smith)
The Two of Wands shows a man, dressed in a red robe and hat, holding a small globe. The world is literally in his hands, marking the enormous potential before him if he can expand his horizons accordingly. He stands within the confines of his castle, suggesting that while he is contemplating significant opportunities, the man has not yet left his comfort zone to pursue them; he is still very much in the planning phase. His hand rests on an upright wand, and a second wand is affixed to the castle’s wall, a further sign that he is still not ready to venture out. In the background, the land is fertile while also rocky, promising that he has a good chance for success, so long as he can overcome the challenges that will arise.
UPRIGHT: Inspiration, new opportunities, growth, potential
REVERSED: An emerging idea, lack of direction, distractions, delays
Ace Of Wands Description (rider wait smith)
In the Ace of Wands, a hand holding a sprouting wand extends out from a cloud, as if to offer a new opportunity or idea with the potential to grow. The rich, verdant landscape is further confirmation of this growth capability. In the distance on the left sits a castle, representing the promise of opportunities to come, and hills and mountains line the horizon. Their rolling peaks remind us that there will always be challenges along the way, but they are surmountable with enough effort.
