Spell to Strengthen the Witch Within 

This is a time of the rebirth of the root cultures of many
peoples. Ancient wisdoms that were lost or obscured by the
power shifts of history are now coming into light through
many channels. Native people are discovering their rituals,
their myths, their shamans. The advances of technology are
adding to this wave of discovery in many ways, such as
through media and communication (take the Internet for
instance). 

The image of the witch is at the root of our cultural past. To
embrace and affirm this aspect of ourselves is to tap the
power of tradition, longevity, and cellular memory. Once we
understand ourselves, harmony sets in. 

In preparing for your spell, first do some serious thinking
about just what the image of the witch means to you. Make a
list of all her qualities, her powers, her names, how she looks,
what she wears, thinks, feels, etc. See her in your mind's eye
with as much clarity and detail as possible. 

This spell should be cast three times, at the new, full, and
dark of the month. 

 

Ingredients: 

Large piece of parchment paper 

Pen 

Two purple candles 

Moon Oil (Recipe) 

Power incense 

A small moonstone 

Arrange your altar. Carve moons into your candles and anoint
them with oil. Anoint yourself as well, on brow, heart, and
hands. Seat yourself comfortably and light the candles, saying:

 

   "With this flame, I awaken the Witch within me." 

Light the incense. Close your eyes and breathe deeply for a
while, relax, and let go. Bathe yourself and your aura in white
light. Keep breathing deeply and slowly as you begin to sway
and weave, letting your body move into a circular motion.
Empty yourself of all distractions and anxieties. When you feel
flowing and peaceful, let your imagination fill up with images
of your inner Witch. Take up the parchment and pen and
make a sketch of her (don't worry about style or quality; the
simpler the better). Write your impressions and ideas beneath
the drawing. Set this up between the candles so that it is
facing you. Take the moonstone and clasp it to your heart.
Keep breathing and weaving as you fill yourself with the
image on the parchment. 

Draw the Witch image into yourself, see her multiplied a
thousand-fold, vibrating in every cell of your body. Repeat
the following incantation three times: 

 

      "I am willing to be different and strong 

 

      I am willing to be different and beautiful 

 

       I am willing to be different and free 

 

     I am willing to be different from patriarchy 

 

             For this difference 

 

               Is the same 

 

                Sameness 

 

            With the Non-Linear 

 

             World of Magick 

 

               The Goddess 

 

               Her forces 

 

               My dreams 

 

                The moon 

 

               My feelings 

 

               My creativity 

 

               My passion 

 

               My deep love 

 

              Of all creation... 

 

           And the only con-forming 

 

               I need to do 

 

            Is Forming Creation 

 

              For I am form 

 

             And I am forming 

 

             To universal law 

 

              And therefore 

 

              Must survive... 

 

             And even though 

 

              I may at times 

 

               Feel alone 

 

             And misunderstood 

 

              I will remember 

 

          That I have sisters out there 

 

          Who are learning to be free 

 

                Like me 

 

           And that I am not alone 

 

               But all One 

 

            And that free women 

 

              Were respected 

 

                And loved 

 

             And will be again 

 

             And will be again 

 

               And will be 

 

               I will it to be 

 

               I will it to be 

 

             And so doth it be 

 

                Forever 

 

                And ever 

 

                So be it 

 

              Blessed be..." 

As you repeat this chant, let your words flow rhythmically as
you weave and sway, let your voice create melody.
Improvise, make new words if you feel inspired. 

When you feel complete, slip your parchment beneath the
altar cloth. Give thanks to the Goddess and God and snuff
out the candles. 

The moonstone is to carry at all times. Keep it in your
pocket, under your pillow, or wear it in a pouch. Whenever
you feel the need, hold the stone and rub it with your thumb in
a circular motion. Think or say: 

 

               "I am safe 

 

                I am me 

 

                All is well 

 

               Blessed be" 

Tell no one of this spell until it has come to fullness. Even as
you feel your powers strengthen, it may be best to maintain
silence. Be discreet about sharing your magick. 

May the Goddess give wings to the Witch within you! So
mote it be!