Spells seem scary to a lot of people, linked inextricably to witches and caldrons and black cats. (Oh My!)   It can be off-putting.  And I don't like scary stuff at all,  but I see the idea of modified spells as an interesting growth concept. 

To me, this is more of a process of declaring a goal, finding physical objects both to represent that goal and to act as a focal point for energy, and then, turning thoughts toward, and working toward a desired outcome.   I think I'd rather call my view of this process as "Good Intentions" rather than "Spells" 

In this spirit I have included two ideas to foster Good Intentions in the two areas I get asked about most- Love and money.  Good luck with your goals! 

Good Intentions for Love & Romance
January is passing, and we're heading toward February- the month of hearts and flowers. Try this idea for good intentions about love.  

First, choose a time to do this activity when you are rested and relaxed.  Make yourself peaceful, either with a warm soaking bath, a time of meditation- whatever it is you do to soothe yourself.

Then, use this time of quiet peace to think about your loved one.  Make a list (How do I love thee?  Let me count the ways...) of what it is you love about this person.  Now, sometimes when we love someone, we want to change them.  This can't be a list of "I love this about him/her, BUT..." This is JUST about what you love about this person.

If you are looking for love, make a list of what you need to feed your love.  A list of what your heart needs.  

Now, light a red votive candle and meditate upon your list.  See your love in all it's glory.  This is a joyful meditation, and should fill you with warm feelings.  If there are problems in love or life, don't think about those at this time.  Just the love.

Next, fill a flower pot with dirt.  Dig a hole, and bury your list you made.  Then, plant basil seeds in the pot.  (If you've never grown anything from seed, here are some instructions) Put the candle you burned during your meditation in the flower pot, and you can continue to burn it until it's used up.  Then, watch your pot for your seedlings to grow.  At this time, work on growing your love, too.  Make an effort each day to do something that "fertilizes" your love, or your good intentions toward it. Do an act of kindness for your loved one, or to make yourself a more loving person. 

When your basil grows, trim it, and incorporate the trimmings into your cooking (See some herb recipes here  ) Share your dish with your loved one, this fruit of your good intentions, strengthening and feeding your love..    

If you don't have a loved one as yet, make your basil into a spagetti sauce and freeze it!  <grin>  

Not only is the New Year a Good Time for Good Intentions, it's a good time for a Tarot Reading. 

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The next day carry your coins with you all day, in your pocket or in your purse.  Good Intentions attract good intentions, so do an act of charity for the world.  Whether donating to a worthy cause, or leaving a coin on the toy machines at the supermarket, do it with a generous heart. 

Hold on to your coins bag through the moon cycle.  You can put it in a special place, a magic box, or under your pillow, or you can carry them with you.  But handle them carefully, and have them where you will see them often and be reminded of your intentions and goals.  Before you fall asleep at night, visualize your success. 

On the full moon take your coins out of the green bag.  Bury them, these symbols of your Good Intentions, which have absorbed your good vibes,  at the four corners of your yard, or put them in the four corners of your dwelling, or office.

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