As the days grow shorter and the nights longer, it’s important to protect yourself from negative energy. This Autumn Protection Spell harnesses the power of the season to create a protective shield around you and your home.

Ingredients

• 1 Black candle
• A small bowl of salt
• A few sprigs of rosemary
• A piece of black tourmaline or obsidian
• A small piece of paper and pen
• A heat-proof dish or cauldron

Preparation

Setting the Scene

1. Choose a Quiet Space: Find a comfortable and quiet place where you won’t be disturbed.
2. Set up Your Altar: Arrange all the ingredients on a small table or altar to create a sacred space.
3. Cleanse Your Space: Use sage, incense, or your preferred method to cleanse the area and ensure a positive environment.

Performing the Spell

Creating Sacred Space

1. Light the Black Candle: Black symbolizes protection and banishment of negativity. As you light it, visualize the flame creating a protective barrier around you.
2. Arrange the Rosemary Sprigs: Place the rosemary around the candle. Rosemary is known for its protective properties.

Crafting the Protection

1. Hold the Salt Bowl: Salt is a powerful purifier and protector. Hold the bowl in both hands and close your eyes.
   • Visualize: Picture a white light surrounding you, pushing away any negative energy.
   • Say Aloud: “Salt of the earth, pure and white, protect me now with all your might. Banish negativity, keep harm away, as the nights grow longer, protect me each day.”

Writing Your Intent

1. Write a Note of Protection: On the small piece of paper, write down your intention for protection. Be specific about what you want to ward off.
   • Example: “I am protected from negative energy and harmful influences. Only positive energy surrounds me.”
2. Place the Black Tourmaline: Place the piece of black tourmaline or obsidian on top of the note. These stones are powerful protectors against negative energy.

Sealing the Spell

1. Sprinkle Salt: Sprinkle a small amount of salt over the note and stone.
   • As You Sprinkle: Say, “With this salt, I seal my intent. Protection surrounds me, wherever I went.”
2. Burn the Note: Carefully light the note on fire in the heat-proof dish or cauldron.
   • As it Burns: Say, “As this paper burns, my protection is set. Negative energy, you must forget.”

Closing the Ritual

Thanking the Elements

1. Extinguish the Candle: Thank the candle for its protective energy and safely extinguish it.
2. Keep the Stone: Keep the black tourmaline or obsidian on your altar or carry it with you as a protective talisman.

Reflect and Ground

1. Reflect: Spend a few moments in quiet reflection, feeling the protective energy surrounding you.
2. Ground: Ground yourself by eating a small piece of fruit or drinking a glass of water, connecting yourself to the earth’s protective energy.

By performing this Autumn Protection Spell, you create a shield of protection that wards off negative energy and harmful influences as the days grow shorter. Embrace the power of the season and carry the protective energy with you wherever you go.