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Important Things to Remember

The ability to successfully cast a spell is a gift, but one that for most, has taken a lot of trial and error to get to. It is very important to not get discouraged the first or second time something doesn't work. Just keep on trying until it becomes painfully obvious it is not going to work. Move on, it wasn't meant to be.

Some very essential steps to successful casting are as follows:

1. Some require a deep meditative state, while others require specific instruments (ie. herbs, sigils, candles, etc.), but whatever is required, make sure you have it when it is needed, and know how to properly use it.

2. Keep you goal completely in mind. This is why you are casting isn't it? DO NOT do anything half-assed or just to see if it would work. Make sure your spell has a purpose, otherwise it could backlash and come back to haunt you.

3. Expect the unexpected. Always be prepared. Know what or who you are dealing with, and take extreme measures to protect yourself if anything "bad" happens.

4. Be careful and focused on your ritual or meditation. Do everything as it should be done. Do not take shortcuts or the easy way out. It is the easy way that usually ends up to be the longest and hardest. Follow instructions to the letter. Things may be modified beforehand, but do not deviate when the time comes.

5. Know your limits. This applies to what type of a caster you are and what level of experience you are at. If you are a white mage who's just learned how to meditate effectively, you wouldn't go around conjuring demons to assassinate souls. Also, if you go beyond your current capabilities, you may find yourself exhausted physically, mentally, and spiritually for quite some time, and unable to practice, or even stand up without getting dizzy.

6. Use your common sense.


Spell Worksheet

Yes, the idea of a worksheet may sound silly, but it can be quite useful in organizing yourself, and viewing in retrospect to see what the outcome was and how to change it to be more effective if necessary.
Type of Spell or Formula:
Date & Time Spell Made:
Source of Rite:
Astrological Phase (if needed):
Moon/Sun Phase (if needed):
List of Tools & Ingredients:
Focii (if needed):
Location:
Date & Time to Perform:
Entities Invoked (if any):
Steps/Process Guide:
Additional Notes:
Oucome/Results:

This should prove helpful in any of your efforts, and take time to personalize it to make it your own, but not losing its essence or requirements.