Simple Spells for Love Ancient Practices for Emotional Fulfillment

one introduction to Spell Casting Spell casting: Not-so-foreign territory Red roses Floral perfume Candles Casting spells is something you do already. The practice is an unconscious ritual in our society. For instance, when you put on perfume, you are amplifying your own energy through scent, which can make you more attractive to others. A gift of red roses is a common love spell, eliciting passionate energy between you and your loved one. Is it any wonder that we all take pleasure in the rituals of romance? Perfume and red roses are cliches, yet such gifts are charged with ancient significance. Flowers and scents have specific meanings in folklore, which are linked to practices of magic, such as spell casting. This is also true of gemstones. The diamond, a common token of engagement or marriage, is a natural earth crystal that has long symbolized the divine alliance of mind, body, and spirit that is true love. These elements work to heighten the senses, which in turn evoke a deeper, more significant reaction. Red roses, perfume, diamonds--all are common to the art of attracting love and keeping love, but these are only the most popular examples of the many flowers, scents, and stones that can help you consciously manifest the love you desire. One should also be aware that use of colors, days of the week, and even hours of the day can add to your allure and put more spice in your love life. The use of spells is not at all new; in fact, it is ancient. And recently there has been increased interest in nature and natural remedies. Spells are like natural remedies, and the elements you will use in your spells are natural to our planet, and often to your own garden. There is no need for eye of newt, bat wings, spider's webs, or whatever else you may have imagined. Although spells exist that call for such items, they are not love spells. And this book is only about love spells. What is a spell? In its simplest state, a spell is an organized wish that actually carries with it some power to manifest. The spell you cast is a conscious direction of energy or influence, which helps increase the likelihood of the outcome you desire. The easiest example of an everyday spell is that of a wedding. That ceremony, by tradition, uses all the trappings of a spell and is, in fact, very powerful. The candles, the wine, the flowers--oftentimes orange blossom, a very strong love herb--and especially the vows said aloud, are the main ingredients in many of the spells described in this book. The power of a group added to this ritual makes it a strong spell. We think of weddings as mainly religious ceremonies, but we tend to forget that all religions as we know them are relatively new to the world. For centuries, ancient magic was incorporated into modern religion. Often, what we consider mere ceremony was once sacred ritual. There are many kinds of spells, and many ways in which to cast them. For the purposes of this book, only white-magic spells are offered; such spells do not interfere with the free will of others. This means that these spells are done in recognition of the greater good; if it is not in your best interest or that of the concerned party, the spell will not take hold. Thus you will be protected from the adverse effects of magic, and can be assured that whomever you desire is an appropriate lover. While you may believe very deeply that a certain person is right for you, the two of you may not be the right match. Sometimes that nicely wrapped package you are eager to open holds a jacket in the wrong size or color. The spells in this book help to ensure that the love you give and the love you hope to receive are a perfect fit. Elemental magic Magic, which is the ability to influence events through energetic manipulation, is grounded in the simple elements we rely on in our daily life. It can be defined as the ability to call upon the elements to manifest yDolnick, Barrie is the author of 'Simple Spells for Love Ancient Practices for Emotional Fulfillment', published 1995 under ISBN 9780517799956 and ISBN 0517799952.