How to Avoid Working Against Your Own Magick
Magic isn’t a miracle cure. If you are asking for the wrong things, not putting in the real-world work behind the scenes, or casting a spell without a detailed itinerary ...of your problem - you might be working against positive results in your magick.Show MoreHow to Avoid Working Against Your Own Magick
Magic isn’t a miracle cure. If you are asking for the wrong things, ...
Magic isn’t a miracle cure. If you are asking for the wrong things, not putting in the real-world work behind the scenes, or casting a spell without a detailed itinerary ...of your problem - you might be working against positive results in your magick.Show More How to Choose Good Quality Anointing Oils for Your Magick
all anointing and blessing oils for spells and magickal purposes are ...
all anointing and blessing oils for spells and magickal purposes are not created equal. In this week's Friday Live, Papa Gee discusses what to look for when choosing magical oils, ...what to avoid, and tips for making your own.Show More Graveyard Magick! - Friday LIVE with Papa Gee
In this Friday Live episode we'll cover some of the basics of working ...
In this Friday Live episode we'll cover some of the basics of working magically in the graveyard and with the spirits there as well as some lesser known methods such ...as the four directions of the graveyard and what they mean, and how to choose just the right grave for the type of work you plan to do. Graveyard soil which comes from a cemetery or a particular grave, is one of the most important ingredients in a vast array of spells. Does this serve the good or the bad? Everything depends on your beliefs and, obviously, your intentions. #graveyard #witchcraft #hoodooShow More Five Crystals You Should Be Using for Protection
In aromaG's first FRIDAY LIVE show, we're going to be talking about ...
In aromaG's first FRIDAY LIVE show, we're going to be talking about five cystals you should be using for protection, the schedule for our upcoming LIVE SALES shows, and our ...new chat show with Reverend Roy and Papa Gee. We'll highlight a magickal product and pull a tarot card to set the tone for your upcoming week! #witchy #metaphysical #newage
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How to completely smudge and bless your house with white sage, ...
How to completely smudge and bless your house with white sage, starting with a cleansing bath, anointing the house with oil, locking it down with anointed crystals for protection and ...how to properly smudge the house with white sage. A complete house blessing kit is available on our website at https://www.aromagregory.com/product/house-blessing-kit/Show More Hoodoo Oils, Salts, Powders - How to Choose the Right One for Your Spell Work
Hoodoo oils, salts, or powders and how to choose the right one for the ...
Hoodoo oils, salts, or powders and how to choose the right one for the type of spell you are working. We'll go over how they are similar, how they are ...different, and which ingredients cross over into any type of work your're performing. https://www.aromagregory.comShow More Lenormand Cards 101 - a quick primer on how to read lenormand cards
Mini 101 class on How to Read Lenormand cards. Different than tarot, ...
Mini 101 class on How to Read Lenormand cards. Different than tarot, Lenormand cards are a deck of 36 cards that are read in pairs. They are very straightforward, to ...the point, and easy to remember their meanings. In this basics mini class, Gee goes over the meaning of each of the 36 cards and explains how to use them in a traditional layout. #lenormand #lenormandoracle
This is not a full, indepth Lenormand card class. It is an introductory, 10-minute how-to for beginners. Every Saturday, aromaG’s Botanica offers FREE mini classes at 1:30 in the Spirit Room. These mini classes will cover a variety of magical topics, ritual help, and ways to work your magick – each one lasting about 10 to 15 minutes. For those not in the Nashville area, we don’t want you to miss out so, every week we film the class and put it on our Youtube channel.
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Essential oils have become a popular tool in holistic healing and ...
Essential oils have become a popular tool in holistic healing and aromatherapy, but not all essential oils are created equally. In fact, there is no such thing as "therapeutic grade" ...essential oil. The term is simply a marketing term used to make a product appear more valuable or desirable than it actually is. https://www.aromagregory.com/product-category/essentialoilsandblends/
When shopping for essential oils, always check the label for information about the source and purity of the oils you're purchasing. Pay close attention to terms like “fragrance” as well; these indicate that an artificial blend has been added instead of pure plant-based extracts. Don't be fooled by claims of “therapeutic grade” because there's no such thing – focus on reputable brands that have earned trust over time instead!Show More Christmas Conjure - A Wicked Yuletide Class - Using Hoodoo and Witchcraft During the Holidays
In this class Papa Gee will discuss some interesting ways to lay some ...
In this class Papa Gee will discuss some interesting ways to lay some happy holiday tricks, including: sachet powders on wrapping papers and Christmas cards; altering cookie recipes for love, ...favor, or to expel enemies; turning your ornaments and wreaths into amulets of protection; transforming those gingerbread men into “voodoo dolls,” carving sigils directly into your Yule log, binding work with holly —- and other ways to bring new and magical meanings to the term “Christmas Spirit.”
This is an expanded version of the class taught for the past six years, formerly called ‘hoodoo for the holidays.’ This is the last year this class will be held which is why we are making it FREE to the public this year.
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Love Spells have been used throughout history. We will examine love ...
Love Spells have been used throughout history. We will examine love and passion spells found throughout hoodoo, witchcraft, and folk magic and how to use them in your own life ...to finding lasting romance. We will cover: love potions, tools of the trade, ways to deploy lust magic, and using charms to attract a lover as well as discussing spells of reconciliation, attraction, influence, passion, fidelity, and breakup.
Filmed at the 2022 Tennessee Folk Magic Festival at aromaG's Botanica in Nashville, Tennessee. #lovespell #magick #hoodoo
Papa Gee is the chosen magickal name for Gregory Lee White, the author of more than eleven books on folklore, folk magic, and crafting. He is an artist, tarot reader, aromatherapist, rootworker, and teaches classes on American folk magic. He has been offering his magical and spiritual services for over 20 years.Show More The Meaning Behind the Song The Twelve Days of Christmas
The vast majority of people observed a period of fasting up to and ...
The vast majority of people observed a period of fasting up to and including Christmas Eve during the four weeks leading up to Christmas Day (known as Advent). Following then, ...the festivities started and lasted for 12 days, from December 25 to January 6. Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and Epiphany, or Twelfth Night, on January 6—which commemorates the coming of the three kings or three wise men (Magi) to see the baby Jesus—were the three main holidays.
There are many variations of the song, The Twelve Days of Christmas, that have different meanings and symbolism for different faiths. In an 1842 Scottish version called, The Yule Days, it goes as follows:
The king sent/gave his lady on the thirteenth Yule day
Three stalks o' merry corn,
Three maids a-merry dancing,
Three hinds a-merry hunting,
An Arabian baboon,
Three swans a-merry swimming,
Three ducks a-merry laying,
A bull that was brown,
Three goldspinks,
Three starlings,
A goose that was grey,
Three plovers,
Three partridges,
A pippin go aye;
What learns my carol and carries it away?
In this mini class we focus on the idea that each gift on the list symbolizes a different aspect of the Christian faith. aromaG's Botanica prides itself on being a metaphysical shop that caters to all faiths, including the Christian faith, which many of us grew up with. And while many of us have branched out to embrace many paths and ways of looking at the world, aromaG's mission statement has always been: "To inspire everyone to explore their spirituality in their own way by offering information and products in a nurturing multi-cultural environment."
1. Partridge in a pear tree - symbolizes the birth of Jesus. A mother partridge is the only bird who will die to protect its young.
2. Two Turtle Doves - the old and new testaments. Doves are a symbol of the biblical roadmap available to all.
3. Three French Hens - faith, hope, and love
4. Four Calling Birds - Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.
5. Five Golden Rings - the first five books of the Old Testament, known as the Torah or the Pentateuch.
6. Six Geese a Laying - Each egg is a day in creation, a time when the world was “hatched” or formed by God.
7. Seven Swans a Swimming - the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit: prophecy, ministry, teaching, exhortation, giving, leading, and compassion.
8. Eight Maids a Milking - Being a milkmaid was about the worst job one could have in England during this period; this code conveyed that Jesus cared as much about servants as he did those of royal blood. The eight who were blessed included the poor in spirit, those who mourn, the meek, those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, the merciful, the pure in heart, the peacemakers, and those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake.
9. Nine Ladies Dancing - These nine dancers were really the gifts known as the fruit of the Spirit. The fruits are love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
10. Ten Lords a Leaping - the ten commandments
11. Eleven Pipers Piping - After Judas betrayed Jesus and then hanged himself, that left eleven disciples to preach the gospel.
12. Twelve Drummers Drumming - The final gift is tied directly to the Catholic Church. The drummers are the 12 points of doctrine in the Apostles’ Creed. “I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended into hell. On the third day, he rose again. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting.”
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In her visit to aromaG's Botanica, Papa Gee chats with Sara Arey, the ...
In her visit to aromaG's Botanica, Papa Gee chats with Sara Arey, the author of the book, The Universe F*cking Loves Me: Getting Out of Your Way and Into Your ...Flow. Her book, the journal, and the deck of cards have been a hugely popular seller.
Sara Arey has spent over 25 years working with energy and consciousness development. In a deeply spiritual experience, she was told that the point of life is to live! But how do you live and enjoy life when painful, hard things happen? How do you stay positive and manifest what you want? What do you do when you don’t know what to do?This is where spirituality meets real life.This book is for you if you want to:
Stop procrastinating and being stopped by fear.
Take inspired action.
Let go of your saboteur voice.
Feel more confident.
Have more freedom, abundance, joy and love.
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Church dirt is utilized for protection and love work, particularly for ...
Church dirt is utilized for protection and love work, particularly for married couples. For the conventional method to work, dirt needs to be gathered from 4–7 churches. 4 churches' dirt ...is mostly utilized for cleansing, and 7 churches' dirt is used for protection.
It is possible to use snake den dirt for sex, divination, and healing. Typically, I gather this during the winter months while they are dozing. Just collect the surrounding dirt from the aperture. AVOID ACCIDENTALLY PULLING LOOSE DIRT INTO THE HOLE. That could suffocate the animal and is simply plain cruel! If you're bold enough, you can utilize the dirt from a bear's cave as armor. #magick #spellsShow More How to Dress and Bless Spell Candles - 7 Day Candles
Dressing and blessing 7-Day spell candles are a little different than ...
Dressing and blessing 7-Day spell candles are a little different than other types because they are contained in glass. Be aware that the 7-day candles you find in shops are ...usually not already dressed. If there is special screen printing on the glass, this does not mean your candle is blessed. The words ‘Come to Me’ might be printed on the candle but unless it was dressed with magical oils and herbs - it is nothing more than screen printing pressed onto the glass in a factory. https://www.aromagregory.com/product-category/magickcandles/glass7daycandles/
You can scratch your petition, symbols, names, and birthdays directly into the wax using a knife or carving tool. You can then anoint with oils but be careful not to add too much because the oil can drown out the wick if you go overboard. I usually press my finger to the bottle of oil then rub it on the surface of the candle several times. you can then add a few pinches of the appropriate herbs for your spell. Once again if you go overboard the herbs will catch fire and interfere with the way the candle burns. Packing your candle with an overabundance of oils and herbs does not make the spell stronger. As long as they are present, all is good. #candlemagic #spells #witchyShow More How to Make and Care for Mojo Bags - Hoodoo
Learn how to make and care for mojo bags in the Hoodoo and conjure ...
Learn how to make and care for mojo bags in the Hoodoo and conjure tradition. In this short class, we cover how to craft a mojo bag from scratch, some ...of the different names they go by, ingredients to use, how to feed a mojo bag, and the color associations for different types of mojo bags.
Creating a mojo bag is more complex than one might think. Inside there may be a variety of ingredients: herbs, minerals, bones, flowers, and sometimes personal items like a locket of hair. When made for a specific purpose or person, a mojo bag usually contains a petition (a written prayer or intention). Some people use an actual drawstring bag to create their mojo. In this video, we share the method known as a ‘flaming comet’ style mojo bag where a square of flannel is gathered up around the ingredients and tied off with string or twine.
aromaG's hosts our new FREE mini classes every Saturday in the Spirit room of our Nashville store. These mini classes will cover a variety of magical topics, ritual help, and ways to work your magick - each one lasting about 10 to 15 minutes. https://www.aromags.com #hoodoo #mojobags #witchy
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When you anoint a spell candle for magical purposes, the direction you ...
Did You Know $2 Bills are used in Hoodoo for Drawing in Money and Luck?
The Two dollar bill is used in Hoodoo, along with the mercury dime, to ...
The Two dollar bill is used in Hoodoo, along with the mercury dime, to magically bring you more money and to draw in luck. Put a High John Root in ...the center of a $2 bill along with some citrine or pyrite. Repeat this process until the root and stone are enclosed in the bill. Fold the bill over the root and stone (towards you), turn it 90 degrees, and fold the short end toward you. As this is a move for drawing things in, wrap the red thread around the bill once more making careful to face yourself.
After that, you can either it in a red flannel bag. Before wearing the charm while looking for a job or pursuing that raise or promotion, it should be blessed and fed. #hoodoo #$2bill #moneymagicShow More DUME candles and oils in Hoodoo to Destroy Your Enemies - Should You Use It?
D.U.M.E. products such as oils, powders, and candles are used for ...
Breaking Ancestral and Generational Curses
Ancestral curses are essentially curses that, after being pronounced ...
Ancestral curses are essentially curses that, after being pronounced against one family member, travel through the family tree to the person's children, children of their children, and so on, affecting ...future generations. A single curse can bring down an entire family, often causing them to lose their financial stability, physical health, social status, and much more. Sudden accidents and misfortunes are frequent, and it's not uncommon for numerous family members to experience the same kind of misfortune.
Most persons who are affected by ancestral curses are aware of their condition. The family typically knows it already. Maybe a grandfather cheated someone on a real estate deal and the person cursed him; the tale is now told to the next generation as an explanation for all the problems they face.
The reason why ancestral curses are challenging to remove is because they become a part of family tradition. In most cases, the majority of the power behind a magic dies along with the original caster of that spell. This would imply that perhaps the first generation and possibly the second generation are affected by the curse, but that beyond that point the curse should end because the magician who cast it is presumably deceased. However, it doesn't. The family's current belief in the curse is what keeps the spell active and causes it to continue to affect the family members generation after generation.
The family's legend about their curse eventually takes on the characteristics of the actual affliction. The family continues to trust in this outside force that is wrecking their lives even though the magic may have vanished long ago. Anyone who works with magic is aware of the power of believe. Your experience is determined by the ideas you hold about who you are, the world around you, and your situation. Your beliefs shape your energy, therefore if you believe that your life will end in misery as a result of a curse and that there is nothing you can do to stop it, that is exactly what will happen.
But what if the ancestral or generational curses is real? Here we cover the ways to cleanse the entire family, including the one the spell was originally cast on, even if they are deceased. #ancestralcurse #ancestors #cursed
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How do you set up a love altar and what things do you put on it? Love ...
How do you set up a love altar and what things do you put on it? Love altars are used as a sacred space to meditate on or pray for ...the relationship you already have or to cast spells to bring the right love to you. Love spells don't have to be a coercive act of magick - you can use them to tell the Universe that you are ready to receive love. A love altar is just a way to focus those loving thoughts. https://www.aromagregory.com/
A love altar, also known as a love shrine, can be created in any location: it can be placed on a bookshelf, in your closet or even at work. It is not necessary for the love altar to be anything fancy; there are many that have been created from a simple hanging shelf, a fireplace mantle, or even a wooden box that you keep closed and private when not in use. If you are already in a relationship, the altar should include items that are important to both partners and can be something as simple as a framed picture of you two together, or it could be an elaborate shrine with various symbols of love engraved on it. By including things that are of interest to both of you, you are creating a magical bond.
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So, What's Difference Between a Charm, an Amulet, and a Talisman? Some ...
So, What's Difference Between a Charm, an Amulet, and a Talisman? Some think these terms are interchangeable but, actually, they are three somewhat different magical items. We'll learn which one ...is for protection, which is for luck, and which is for personal power - along with a super easy way to remember the difference in an amulet and a talisman.
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How to Care for Voodoo Dolls and Hoodoo Doll Babies. While most people ...
How to Care for Voodoo Dolls and Hoodoo Doll Babies. While most people think of the dreaded Voodoo doll in movies, Poppets were actually originally used for healing. In the ...Hoodoo tradition, they are known as 'Doll Babies." Here we cover the many different kinds you can make and how to care for each one differently, depending on your magickal situation.
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Hoodoo Chicken Feet - we're talking about how to use them for ...
Hoodoo Chicken Feet - we're talking about how to use them for protection and what they are. Chicken Feet are sometimes adorned, sometimes not and are basically considered an ...amulet of protection to keep away those who would do you harm. They can be anointed with oils or powders, infused with prayers, or simply hung up as a warning shot to enemies. https://www.aromagregory.com
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Hoodoo practitioners, as well as other magical traditions, employ dried chicken feet for protection and enemy work. Carrying a dried chicken's foot is thought to protect you from bad luck, theft, and hexes. Carrying a dried chicken's foot is said to offer you the capacity to see under the surface, dig up the truth, and get your foes to unveil themselves to you, similar to how chicks dig things up from the dirt with their feet. You can also place them on the altar to protect the spirits of your ancestors.
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A weighted object suspended from a string or cord is referred to as a ...
A weighted object suspended from a string or cord is referred to as a pendulum. It is a divination instrument that can be used for spiritual guidance, decision-making, getting the ...answers you need, and clearing out bad energy. When using a pendulum, you pose a question, hold the pendulum, and it will swing in a particular direction to indicate the answer. #pendulum #scrying #magickShow More
As many of you know, I’ve been involved with the Hoodoo Heritage Festival for several years now. You can find the classes I taught over the years here on this page, along with so many wonderful workshops and classes taught by my friends and colleagues of AIRR (Association of Independent Readers and Rootworkers.) Classes on the portal are only $25 each – Papa Gee
