My next entry (because I’m actually managing to do two this time!) is for 
Weekly Witchy CHALLENGE- Giving Gratitude – and my gratitude is going out to every single one of you!
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Ritual for Gratitude
I created this little ritual to help me show gratitude to the people in my life. Oftentimes I have a difficult time expressing my emotions and making sure the people I love and care for know that I love and care for them. So, this ritual has many parts!
You will need…
- a list of names of people you want to express gratitude for
– these can be living people or ancestors - a pink candle – for love and frienship
- a bowl of water – for emotional expression
- your phone (for texting) or a piece of paper (for letters)
Now you will…
- Create sacred space in whichever way works for you. Some people cast a circle, others ground and center, and still others hop right in.
- Set your bowl of water and your candle next to each other. Light the candle and say the following.
As the flame begins to burn,
I feel open and able to express my gratitude.
Spirit of Fire - I call to you to ignite the love in my heart.
Spirit of Water - I call to you to let my emotions flow freely.
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Begin going down the list of names and writing sweet, gratitude-filled messages (or letters) to those you care about. A simple – “I just wanted you to know I was thinking of you!” – works just fine. If you are writing letters, express your heart to the person you’re writing to!
– If you are writing letters to your ancestors, feel free to burn them or place them in a safe place. -
After you have sent your messages, ground yourself and reflect on how giving gratitude freely feels. Sit in this space of reflection for as long as you need.
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If your candle did not burn all the way down, keep it and light it when you need to express your gratitude again.
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Close your sacred space and move through your day!
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So here I am, Spells8 – friends, family, and new acquaintances – thank you for being here. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, wisdom, energy, and caring compassion with myself and everyone else here. Without you, this place wouldn’t be what it is!
I truly care for all of you from the bottom of my heart!