Misfit Mystics

Writing your own spells can seem daunting to new witches, and even to witches who've been practicing for a while. But it doesn't have to be! Below I'll give a template of sorts, some rules, tips and tricks, what to do with spell remnants, and some methods of execution. There's plenty of reasons to write your own spells; maybe you can't find one that fits your intention just right, or the spell calls for tools or herbs you don't have on hand, but you have different tools and herbs to use. Or maybe you just want to make your craft your own, Whatever the case may be, this post should help you get started.  First things first... a few "rules" Always cleanse your tools, space, self, and whatever needs it before a working. Spells do not need to rhyme in order to be effective. Spells do not need a ton of ingredients in order to be effective.  Spells only need a clear, present tense, positive intent. (I don't mean like the spell has to be a positive one...

  Sunday- Day of rest and play. Sunday is ruled by the Sun. The Sun embodies vibrance, success, and positive energy. Spells and workings to try on Sunday are for employment, personal radiance, personal power, good health, energy, success, prosperity, peace, friendship, and creativity. Monday- Day of water and flow. Monday is ruled by the moon. The moon has dominion over water, emotion, and intuition. Spells and workings to try on Monday are for ritual baths, change, emotions, finding lost things, travel, protection, intuition, fertility, healing, and purity.   Tuesday- Day of fire and energy. Tuesday is ruled by Mars. Mars is the planet of success, action, and daring. Spells and workings to try on Tuesday are energy, sex, leadership, assertiveness, personal transformation, courage, binding, protection, passion, and confidence. Wednesday- Day of talking and writing. Tuesday is ruled by Mercury. Mercury is the planet of thought, communication, and transit. Spells and workings to...