Wards: How to magickally protect your home.
Across various traditions and belief systems wards have been used as powerful protective magick.
What is a wards?
A magickal ward is a type of spell used to protect yourself, your room, your home or just about anything else. Through ritual and intention wards are often created to establish a barrier. A type of protective magick to be used to guard against negative energies, entities as well as other form of spiritual, emotional or even physical harm.
Your desire of protecting yourself can be infused into specific symbols that serve to repel or neutralize any harmful influences. Some practitioners use physical objects like crystals, herbs or talismans as components of their wards while others rely solely on the power of their intention and visualization. It's a practice deeply rooted in the belief in the interconnection of spiritual and physical realms, aiming to create a safe and sacred space by repelling, containing or defending against such forces.
This beginners guide will outline and help you to understand the steps on how to create magical wards quickly and easily.
1. Set Your Intention
Before beginning any magical work, it's essential to clearly state your intentions. Decide what kind of energy you want to invite into your home and what you want to keep out.
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2. Choose Your Warding Method
There are numerous methods for creating wards, choose one that resonates with you. Some common methods include using symbols, sigils, crystals, herbs, plants or protective deities. You might also consider rituals such as smudging, visualization, words or chanting. Use words or phrases that evoke feelings of protection and safety.
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3. Prepare Your Space
Cleanse your home physically by tidying up and removing clutter. Then, cleanse it energetically using methods like smudging with sage, sprinkling salt, ringing bells, or spraying clove water. This clears away any negative energy and creates a clean slate for your wards.
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4. Place Your Wards
Decide where you want to place your wards throughout your home. You might choose to place them at entryways, windows, or any other areas where you feel vulnerable. As you place each ward, focus on imbuing it with your intentions for protection.
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5. Activate Your Wards
Once your wards are in place, activate them with your chosen method. This could involve speaking an incantation, visualizing a protective barrier forming around your home, or simply focusing your energy on each ward.
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6. Maintain Your Wards
Regularly reinforce your wards to keep them strong and effective. This could involve performing rituals or simply taking a moment to mentally reinforce their protective energy.
Remember that the effectiveness of your wards ultimately depends on your belief in them and your ability to focus your intention. Trust in your own power to create a safe and sacred space within your home.
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