To clean you home during and after an illness to help with healing.
One of the things I do after there has been some kind of illness or cold in my family/home is clean my home. Open the windows, let the sun in. Burn some sage and rosemary. Burn some lemon verbena. Wash the sheets and then hang them out in the sun. Most of all I wash my walls and floors. Like any modern witch I do use your standard cleaning liquids, but I also like to mix up a little something more to put in my wash water.
You will need some rain water if you have it and some clear and rose quartz. (Rose quartz will fill the home with a warm positive energy. I use clear quartz as a purifier.) I start the stone water at the beginning of my cleaning so that the stone water can sit out in the sun for a few hours to charge.
After a few hours
I take out the stones and mix in my herbs.
Peppermint to cool things down and promote healing. Also Mint can be used as a purifier.
Rosemary is also a purifier and
promote healing, but is can also be used for protection from new illnesses.
Lemon Verbena cleans the energies of an area very well and I have found the it can add to the power of spell very nicely. (I once had a friend say that I will put this herb in just about anything…it kind of true. I love this stuff and even started growing it myself :3
I let it sit in the sun for a few more hours
Once done it’s a lot like a sun tea. I strain it out and now mix it with my wash. (If you are not a fan of chemical cleaners. Mix the herbs in vinegar in one jar, and make the stone water in another. Mix the tow jars when they are ready. Wash)
One way I charge my mix is every time I pass it as I clean, I give it three taps with my fingers. Pushing in my intent of washing away what made us sick and protecting us from new illnesses.
For many of us, taking baths/showers is physically exhausting or impossible. Here are some ways to incorporate bath magic into your life without actually taking a bath or leaving bed!
Using wipes:
Wipes come in a variety of types, making them perfect. There’s usually a good fit for everyone, I personally enjoy the Burt’s Bees brand. I use correspondences to give my wipe-down a little oomph! I’m making this Burt’s Bees specific but you get the idea!
Cotton: Purity, healing, luck, protection.
Cucumber and Sage: Recovery, growth, soothing. Protection, cleansing, wishes.
White Tea: Cleansing, clarity, blessings, glamour.
You can also draw sigils on the packaging, charge it with crystals, place the package in the sun/moonlight, etc.
Using washcloths/hand towels:
When I’m stuck in bed for a while, I keep a stack of washcloths and a vessel of water nearby so I can wash my arms and legs, or to put on my forehead to cool down. There’s a couple different ways to make this witchy!
Color correspondences for the washcloths themselves.
Use water charged in the sun/moon, or rain/storm water.
Charge your water with crystals or sigils.
If you put the crystals in the water, which is not required, here is a list of crystals that cannot go in water:
If I’m placing it on my forehead, I’ll add a couple drops of diluted essential oils.
Using a spray bottle:
Sometimes you just gotta mist yourself, which is especially helpful for the hair or days when it’s stuffy.
I love adding some herbs or a bit of rosewater into the spraybottle.
Once again, you can use sun/moon and rain/storm water.
You can also charge the bottle with crystals or sigils.
I like to say a little chant: “Like the rains cleanse the earth, let this water cleanse me/my body/my mind”.
Sometimes I just spritz myself with rosewater.
Other things:
Dry shampoo. Use to refresh, glamorize, etc. Charge it beforehand if you so desire.
Lotion. Use to rejuvenate, heal, etc. Scent/ingredient correspondences!
Deodorant. Charge, scent correspondences, you get the idea!
Brushing your teeth. If you can’t make it to the bathroom, I like to keep a travel sized kit by my bed and spit into a cup (definitely different than the one I drink from). Don’t underestimate the cleansing and refreshing powers of brushing your teeth!
Anything else you can think of!
Low energy + ingredient magic for in the tub:
Pour some Epsom salts in there. Bonus points if they’re infused with anything. You know the deal, correspondences. You can also do this for a hand/foot soak if you’re able to access the floor and have a bowl!
Plop some tea bags in the bath. Mint really helps me with migraines and stomach stuff! You can also place them over your eyes/on your forehead.
Essential oils. I like to put a couple of drops in a bowl on the edge of the tub, it works really well with steam!
.✫*ﾟ･ﾟ｡.★.*｡･ﾟ✫*.~This is just a lil potion/tea to help soothe your sore throat. By no means is this medical advice and if your symptoms worsen to an unbearable level, please seek a medical proffessional~.✫*ﾟ･ﾟ｡.★.*｡･ﾟ✫*.
.✫*ﾟ･ﾟ｡.★.*｡･ﾟ✫*. What you need .✫*ﾟ･ﾟ｡.★.*｡･ﾟ✫*.
kettle
your favourite mug
local honey (if possible); cleansing, healing, happiness
lemon juice; cleansing, healing, happiness
green tea; boosts metabolism, strength
fork
.✫*ﾟ･ﾟ｡.★.*｡･ﾟ✫*. What to do .✫*ﾟ･ﾟ｡.★.*｡･ﾟ✫*.
Boil your water, you can use any infused water of your choice (moon, sun, crystal (safe to drink crystal water)), next while the water is boiling, put a tbsp of honey and 1.5 tsp of lemon juice. Get your tea bag/steeper ready, but don’t put it in yet. After your water has boiled, pour until your mug is about ¼ full, and take the fork to mix up the honey and lemon so it’s dissolved in the water. you cand to the counter/clockwise thing, but reality: just get your tea. Next, put your tea bag on top and pour the rest of the water in your mug until it’s sufficiently filled, and let steep. Do not add milk or any creamy substance or it’ll mess with your throat.
.✫*ﾟ･ﾟ｡.★.*｡･ﾟ✫*. Note .✫*ﾟ･ﾟ｡.★.*｡･ﾟ✫*.
This will not make your sore throat go away completely, just soothe your sore-ness so it’s more bearable.
For those of you who don’t know me, I suffer from a chronic illness and I spend a LOT of time bedridden. I also happen to be a witch! I don’t let being trapped in bed stop me from practicing my craft. Here are some resources I’ve compiled from my personal experiences and the help of others ❤
Taking the advice you lovely Witches suggested the last time I had a sinus headache, I have compiled a recipe for a cup of herbal tea that worked for me. And since it has reared its ugly head again, its a good time to bring this back around.
What you’ll need
🍵 A large tea cup or mug
🍬 Peppermint tea bags or peppermint leafs
🍯 Large pot of locally grown wildflower honey (If you have allergies its usually recommended to buy locally grown honey to consume, as you will lesson the affect of local wildflowers aggravating your allergies in the spring.) But if you cant get a hold of some at a farmers market, store bought should be fine.
🥄 A tablespoon (or more to taste) of Cinnamon.
🥛 Cream to taste (Some people like their tea with or without cream. I go either way its up to you.)
⌛ Steep for about 4-5 minutes to let the Cinnamon dissolve and steep in the tea.
🔮 For extra bit of magic, stir your tea clockwise and repeat these words.
Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Being bedridden and having a garden are two things that don’t mix”. And you’re right, it does make it hard to have a traditional, outdoor garden. But, there are plenty of ways to bring the garden in!
Bringing bits of your existing garden in:
Jars of your garden soil.
Give the smaller, weaker plants you pulled a second chance!
Make a terrarium using soil, rocks, water and plants from your garden.
Dry flowers and herbs from your garden in your bedroom.
Keep containers of seeds from your plants nearby.
Creating an accessible garden (inside):
If you don’t have good lighting, get a grow light. There’s bulbs that screw into normal lamps if you don’t have space for one of the bar lights. [X]
The seed-starter trays are a super simple system and often have trays underneath so it’s okay if you miss a day of watering.
Window garden boxes are awesome, but not realistic for a lot of people (including myself).
Planting your plants in plastic pots can be an easy way to control their environment and ensure they’re getting enough root space (plus if you’ve done any gardening before you’ll have tons, please don’t go out of your way to buy plastic products!).
Place a bowl or tupperware container underneath each pot/planter so water doesn’t drip and you can fill them up so the plants become self-watering.
Self-watering pots also exist.
If a watering can isn’t realistic, use a pitcher or a gallon jug.
What to grow?
These plants can (easily) regrow in a couple inches of water: Scallions, Lettuce, Garlic Sprouts, Basil, Lemon Grass.
These herbs do well inside: Basil, Lemon Balm, Mint, Chives.
These herbs do okay inside: Oregano, Parsley, Rosemary, Sage, Thyme.
These flowers do well inside: Begonias, Jasmine, African Violet, Christmas Cactus, Mini Roses.
These flowers do okay inside: Marigold, Pansy, Geranium, Impatiens.
Cacti, succulents and air plants are all very low maintenance as long as you have enough lighting!
Witchy things to do:
Influence seedlings with different energies and see which grow fastest.
Use sigils to help your plants grow well.
Using correspondences, make a tea or cold-infusion with herbs based on your needs.
Put crystals with your plant babies.
Make bouquets with your flowers based on their magical properties, and enchant them! You can dry them too.
Water your plants with different types of water (moon, sun, rain, stream, storm, etc.)
Let watering/caring for your plants help nourish you.
Make infused oils.
Make a terrarium that mimics your home/garden and use it to bless/ward your home.
Decorate your pots/containers with color correspondences, sigils and witchy art!
Use your plant’s energy to help gain growth, warmth and energy from the sun and soil.
Plant seeds when starting new things and to bring change into your life.
When you tend them, focus on what they represent.
When you’re ready to move on, or take the next step – harvest the plants if that’s realistic. If not, allow them to be a reminder of what you’ve worked for.
Allow the magic of growth and life to enter your home!
Other Helpful Posts:
@witch-of-the-dragon has a really cute “Domestic Garden Witch” series. These ones seem relevant to this post: [X] [X] [X] [X] [X] [X] [X]
For everyone with mental and physical stuff that they have to take medication for! I’m both mentally and chronically ill and take a LOT of meds each day. There’s so much negativity about magic and meds, so let’s find a way to incorporate both into your life! ❤
Pill bottles:
Charge the bottles (while empty), the bowl you place your dose in, or your pill organizer in the sun or moon
Decorate them to look more witchy! Don’t cover up important labels. [X]
Draw sigils on the bottom to help minimize side effects and so you don’t forget a dose!
Use empty bottles for anything witchy (spell bottles, herb storage, etc.) [X]
Place crystals or herbs around/on the bottle
Use color correspondences – doodle on the lid or bottom
Meds:
Keep in cool pill boxes
Whisper an enchantment or blessing over them for desired effects (easy to swallow, less side effects, doing their job, etc.)
Think or say an affirmation with each one (I say so many affirmations a day!)
Take with (drinking safe) moon water or infused water.
Also use a cool cup, could be decorated, covered in sigils, using color correspondences, and more!
Coat your pills with honey before taking them to sweeten up your life
IV treatments and injections (no needle mentions):
Listen to witchy music
Draw healing/soothing sigils
Keep crystals in your pocket or bag
Bring infused water with you (if using herbs, check for interactions)
Bring a spell bottle/sachet to your treatment for good vibes, quick healing, minimal pain, and the like.
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