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When NOT to Use Herbs in Witchcraft - Witchy Quick Tips

Herbs are a huge part of many people's craft, but you need to know when to use them and when not to. Here is a quick guide on just that!

When NOT to use herbs

This probably sounds a little strange if you're not too familiar with herbs, but stick with me here: there is a time and a place for everything, even herbs.
Here are some examples of when you shouldn't use herbs:

If Consuming:

if you or those around you are severely allergic
if the herbs in question interact with any medications that you take
if the herbs are known to interact or otherwise mess with any mental or physical disorders you may have

If Burning:

if pets, small children, or someone with a lung condition is around
if you are in an enclosed space with little to no ventilation
if you're renting, make sure it's okay to use incense or burning herbs

Other Notes:

Make sure to keep all herbs out of reach of pets or small children, herbs should only be consumed if properly prepared (like in food) or they have been given the OK by a medical professional.
If you are foraging, make sure the herb you're looking at is actually the herb you're looking for; many safe herbs have VERY harmful--even deadly--look a likes.
Never replace your prescribed medication with herbs.
Also do not use herbal supplements if you're unaware of the side effects that they could cause.
Never use herbal supplements from shady or unknown sources.

Resources:

Common Herbal-Drug Interactions
Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List for Cats
Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List for Cats

-Coin

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Kitchen Witchery - Quick Spell

Just a quick spell for good dreams or to help give you a bit of a boost of positivity before bed. No measurements, all to taste. This is really one of those spells that you can make your own very easily.

A perfect spell for beginner witches as well!

This is especially for my witches who don't like tea.

Here's what you do:

Grab a cute mug (optional but preferred because who doesn't love cute mugs?!)
Put some milk of your choice in it. I chose 2% but nondairy would work too. Heat the milk up either on the stove or in the microwave.
Toss in some honey, or your fav honey alternative, to calm the mind.
Dump in a good bit of cinnamon for psychic protection.
Put in a bit of cloves, the tiniest amount otherwise it overpowers the other flavors, for banishing negativity or bad vibes.
A dash of nutmeg for love and good dreams.
Finally, add a tiny bit of salt, this will help balance the flavors and adds more protection.
Stir counter clockwise to dispel any negative energy, then clockwise while focusing on the intent of this spell. You can even say it out loud if you'd like. (Example: With this, I banish my nightmares/have restful sleep)

Feel free to top it off with whipped cream.

Sometimes I'll add sugar as well if I don't want to use honey.

This simple kitchen witch spell helps me calm down. You can use it before you go to bed to encourage a restful night's sleep or to go back to sleep after a nightmare has woken you up. Using a bit of lavender syrup can help promote psychic dreams as well, just don't use too much or it'll taste soapy!

It takes all of 5 minutes tops and it's all done to your taste so you also get a delicious drink at the end!

Sleep well witches <3