The Real Witches’ Kitchen: Spells, recipes, oils, lotions and potions from the Witches’ Hearth. Kate West

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      Digestive Complaints

      Whilst you may think it unlikely that anything you put on your skin will help your digestion, you could well be surprised. Try:

       4 drops lavender oil

       3 drops peppermint oil

       2 drops fennel oil

       2 drops rosemary oil

      Colds and ’Flu

      If you’re suffering from either of these, you really should be in bed, but I know that that’s not always possible, so the following might help you get through the day. Place a few drops on a tissue and inhale at regular intervals.

       4 drops lavender oil

       2 drops cinnamon oil

       2 drops eucalyptus oil

       2 drops jasmine oil

       2 drops cypress oil

       1 drop ginger oil

      For children under the age of three I recommend simply putting the lavender, eucalyptus and jasmine oils on a tissue and placing this near them but out of their reach.

      Emotional Balancing

      Use this in a burner, on a tissue or to anoint yourself whenever you have emotional swings or thoughts and feelings seem to be getting out of hand.

       4 drops geranium oil

       4 drops lavender oil

       2 drops grapefruit oil

       1 drop bergamot oil

       1 drop fennel oil

      Exhaustion and Overwork

      If you are exhausted, the first step to healing is to get enough rest, and for this the above Sleep Oil is excellent. However, if you have been through a prolonged period of overwork you may also like to use this uplifting blend to carry you through after resting.

       3 drops basil oil

       2 drops lavender oil

       2 drops clary sage oil

       2 drops lemongrass oil

      Self-Confidence

      Use this when your confidence needs a boost or when you need to impress someone, perhaps at an interview. Do not use too much of this oil, however – the idea is for it to work on the subconscious level, not for people to be able to detect the scent.

       3 drops bergamot oil

       2 drops jasmine oil

       2 drops ylang ylang oil

       2 drops neroli oil

      Sadness and Regret

      Sometimes we all look back and wish we had done things differently. Whilst this oil helps to alleviate these feelings, in the Craft we believe that true healing will not come until you have also done what you can to put things right again.

       2 drops bergamot oil

       2 drops rose oil

       2 drops benzoin oil

       2 drops jasmine oil

       2 drops hyssop oil

      A Gathering of Friends

      Use this to promote feelings of warmth, friendship and relaxation whenever friends gather. Anoint yourself, and anyone else who feels they would like to share in it, or use it in an oil burner.

       2 drops frankincense oil

       2 drops jasmine oil

       2 drops clary sage oil

       1 drop cardamom oil

      The Magical Application of Oils

      Whilst essential oils all have their own healing properties, these can be Magically enhanced by invoking the Goddess and the God and the elements as well as focusing on your intent (see Chapter 1, ‘Witchcraft, and Empowering your Herbal Work’). However, when using them in a Magical context, such as anointing yourself or an object, there are also ways in which you can again increase their effectiveness.

      Anointing the Self

      There are certain parts of the body which are more receptive to anointing oils than others – it is not simply a question of dabbing on the oil as you would a perfume. These places include the temples, third eye (the point between your eyes just over the brow bone) and the chakra points, depending on your intent. For general purposes you can use the wrists, but not the sides of the neck or behind the ears. Anointing can take place on its own or as a Rite in itself. As with everything in the Craft, the important thing is to be clear about your intent and to focus properly.

      A Self-Blessing

      The Rite of Self-Blessing is probably the best way to apply any oil for Magical purposes. First ensure that you have a few undisturbed minutes and your prepared oil is to hand. Now centre yourself, put aside any intrusive thoughts from your daily life and think about what you intend to achieve. Close your eyes and visualize the Goddess or the God (whichever you feel is most appropriate for your working) with you. Now say the following:

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