Ritual Bath


 








This is again a choice for the individual to make for themselves. Personally I feel that the ritual bath before any spell work is very important. It helps to not just cleanse the body, but it also helps to put you in the right frame of mind to do the spell.
 
 



 










You will need some Sea Salt (if you can't find that Epsom Salts will do in a pinch) One or two candles. Not your spell candles!
 
 




 






Fill the tub and light the candles (incense is nice to if you want to use it) turn out the lights and relax. Focus on the flame of the candle, let your body relax all its muscles. When you feel calm and peaceful begin to think about the upcoming ritual you have planned. Go over it in your mind, focusing on what you would like the outcome to be. Remember this bath is also a purification bath!
 
 




 









Think of the Ritual Bath as the beginning of the spell you have planned. In other words, don't take the bath and go feed your cat! Make sure when you take your bath you know you are going to have the time and peace to finish you spell work.
 
 




 










The time you spend in the bath is again your choice to make. When you feel ready in body and mind, leave the bath and work your magick!
 
 


 






For those of you that prefer not to take a bath but would rather use the shower, then what you would do is visualize all the stress and problems of the day going down the drain with the water. Sometimes if you visualize certain  colors all around you such as if you had a bad day and you are angry, visualize the color red all around you, then see the color red being washed away by the water and going down the drain taking the anger with it! Again, you are only limited by your own imagination here! Be creative use the colors that are appropriate for your moods!