Remembering Scrying…
Scrying is the art of looking into a reflective surface, such as glass, water, a mirror, or a crystal, to gain mystical insight. You may wish to perform scrying or gazing to learn more about something which happened in the past, is happening now, or is even due to unfold in the future.
Everyone has the ability to scry, and with just a bit of practice, you’ll discover it’s a valuable tool and find many ways to use it. You’ll also discover that you can scry with almost anything into which you can gaze, such as the canopy of a tree, the deep blue sky, or the sparkling surface of the water. NOTE: Should you find yourself dropping too easily into a trance-like state when doing repetitive tasks which allow your mind to wander, avoid doing any such tasks which might be hazardous to your body whenever tired or bored.
Selecting Your Scrying Tool
I recommend that you experiment with all sorts of scrying tools to discover which works best for you in differing situations. You may prefer a crystal ball for seeking information about the now, the black mirror for the past, and the mist for the future. You may ally well with fire for actions but want water for emotions. You will know what you like best and for what, but only after you have tried them yourself.
Crystal balls are made of many elements, such as glass, lead crystal, or quartz. They may have bubbles, flaws, or occlusions. As long as you can gaze into the depths of the sphere, any such ball will work, including marbles, though, like a cell phone, you may prefer something with a larger screen.
Black mirrors are created to replace obsidian mirrors of old. They should be as simple as possible to minimize distraction by their decor. Black bowls or cauldrons of water serve the same purpose. Again, the size of the surface will depend on your preference. The blackness simply maximizes the dreaminess of your scrying experience.
Pools of water, especially those fed by springs, are especially favored for divination as all water is entangled. Spring water always “seeks the light” and will deliver innate wisdom in its messages. Wild water is best, such as rivers, lakes or the ocean, but a swimming pool or even a puddle will work.
Silver mirrors can also be used, as can a reflective surface on a car, window glass, or even a the glass of a door. There is a depth of field in the vision which allows images to form in the reflection. Play with them all. Choose what you find works best.
Mist is a fascinating scrying tool. Fog, whether in the air or on the water, will reveal images dancing in its folds. Clouds in the sky have been read since ancient days by Druids and those who came before them.
Fire is the most hypnotic scrying tool. Whether you use a tiny candle, your home’s fireplace, or a bonfire outdoors, the flames can never stop moving. The salamanders who dance within are more likely to share secrets with you when you bring your respectful offering of more tinder to feed the flames, so never approach fire scrying empty-handed. For candles, anoint the candle with essential oil before you begin. For gas fireplaces, burn incense - especially Amber, Dragon’s Blood, or Frankincense - so the smoke rises up through the chimney. Bonfires get firewood.
Before You Scry
You will have the best results when you can close out distractions and enter into a contemplative state of mind. You will learn what best suits you, but here are some suggestions to get you started.
Select a time and place when you will not be disturbed or distracted. Turn off electronic devices. Technology channels energy which you will need to dim, thus turn off most or all lights. Proceed by candlelight or starlight when possible. You need to work with the living light projected by your mind and heart, not by electric light.
Raise your light shields of protection before you drop into your meditative state. Depending on what you’re looking for or into, you may want to scribe a circle of protection and work from within it. If it is imperative that the person you’re looking in on be unaware of your visit, then you must also inscribe a star and work from within the heart of that pentagram.
Place your scrying tool on a dark piece of fabric. The less decoration on that fabric, the better. Black velvet, linen, cotton or silk are preferred. Reserve the fabric you choose to use only when scrying.
Depending on how deeply you intend to gaze, you will decide whether or not to alter your state of consciousness with wine, herbs, or other mind altering means. A lighter alteration can be achieved via the dim lighting, lit incense and candles, and playing Baroque or New Age music to take you to your right brain.
Depending on where you are when you are doing this, it is recommended that you put your body into a position from which it cannot fall or otherwise be hurt, should you go deeply into a trance state. Stay back from a bonfire, keeping hair and clothing out of range for popping sparks. You’ll know if you are likely to drop out of control, so protect yourself as you proceed. Once your body is protected and your mind is relaxed, you are ready to get started.
Address or hold whichever tool you are using and consciously send your awareness of it as you absorb its conscious awareness of you. The smaller chakras in your hands will send impulses from your heart through your arms. Your mind will energize by its vibratory frequencies. If you are using something larger than you can hold, simply hold your hands palms out towards the item and project the energy out to that tool. If you are using something small enough, hold the tool to energize it. This exchange of energy strengthens your awareness and entangles your energies.
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