Purification Spell

There is something unique about light and fire that helps us really focus. We
can see beyond the shadows to our divine spark and recognize how to live
our lives without the burden of things we no longer need, such as old habits,
physical clutter, shame or guilt about things we’ve blamed ourselves for but
are not our fault, or ambitions that are not truly what our hearts desire. Yule
is a wonderful time to let all of that fall away so that our true selves are
revealed, ready to come to life as the Sun warms the soil and seeds stir in the
ground.
Before you begin, make sure that you’ve bathed or showered, then fully
smudged yourself with sage, rosemary, or palo santo wood, as well as
spiritually cleansed your altar space.
You will need:

• a white taper candle
• Purification oil (you can purchase this online or in a pagan supply store, or make the blend yourself. Typically, purification oil consists of lavender, lemongrass, rosemary, and tea tree essential oils. Make sure they’re organic, so you’re not burning anything that might be toxic.)
• a mirror, preferably circular, that you can burn the candle upon
• palo santo wood to gently burn during the ritual

Cast your circle and gently melt the bottom of the candle so you can stick it
on the mirror. Anoint the candle with the purification oil, and light the palo
santo, setting it beside the candle. As the smoke mingles with the fire-light,
relax your body and your mind, keeping your posture straight and your
breathing deep and regular.
Imagine yourself as a star in the sky. See your energy flickering, burning, and
part of the universe. You are perfectly imperfect in form and purpose;
sometimes, your energy arcs and jumps. Sometimes, a storm rushes over you,
but over time, you are doing what you were meant to do—be a part of the
light of the universe.
When you are ready, say:
“I am as I should be,
a light in the sky
shining endlessly.
I cast away what is not true,
and achieve what I am meant to do.”
Allow the candle to burn down, taking with it any residual negative energy
you have carried on your shoulders for too long.