| Self Blessing Rite |
| Adapted
from "True Magic" by Amber K
Gather together a candle (white or pale blue if possible), a little salt, a beautiful rose, and a chalice of wine or pure water. Cast a circle and invoke your favorite Deities, sprinkle the salt on the ground, and stand skyclad on it if you wish. Hold the candle for a few moments, feeling its warmth and comfort. Then take up the chalice, breathe deeply, and lift the chalice to the image of the Goddess as you visualize Her before you. Say the following aloud: "Bless me Mother, for I am your child." Dip your fingers into the chalice and anoint your eyes, saying: "Blessed be my eyes, that I may clearly see Thy path before me." Anoint your lips, saying: "Blessed be my lips, that I may speak Thy truth." Anoint your breast, saying: "Blessed be my breast, that I may love well, and feel Thy love for me." Anoint your loins, saying: "Blessed be my loins, which have brought forth life and pleasure, as Thou hast brought forth all creation to please Thee." Anoint your hands, saying: "Blessed be my hands, that I may do Thy work with strength and skill." Anoint your feet, saying: "Blessed be my feet, that I may ever walk in Thy ways." Present yourself with the rose, knowing that it is Her gift of love and blessing to you. Holding the rose, meditate quietly for awhile, playing a tape of beautiful music if you wish. |
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| Acting
in Accord
Take care of yourself, giving yourself as much respect and attention as you would your best friend. Allow yourself proper nutrition and enough rest and recreation. Dress more elegantly and carefully that usual, in some of your favorite clothes. Give yourself a special treat: a night out with friends, a small present, a trip to someplace you have always enjoyed. Consider whether there are parts of your life which make you bored or unhappy, and plan now to change them. |
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