Banishing Candle Practice to Remove Negativity and Obstacles

This practice is designed to help you remove unwanted influences, negative energy, or bad habits from your life. It creates a space for clarity, peace, and new opportunities.

Materials Needed

1. Black Candle – Represents protection, removing negativity, and obstacles.
2. Supporting Candles (Black) – Amplify the process and symbolize purification and protection.
3. Banishing Oil or Herbs – Suggested herbs include:
   • Thyme – Cleansing, purification, and protection.
   • Sage – Clearing negative energy and purifying spaces.
   • Black Pepper – Removing unwanted energy.
   • Rue – Reversing negative effects and breaking energetic ties.
   • Clove – Strengthening spirituall focus and removing blockages.
4. Carving Tool or Pen – For writing intentions.
5. Fireproof Dish or Candle Holder – To safely hold burning candles.
6. Optional Petition – A written statement in the present tense about what you want to release (e.g., "I am free from negativity").
7. Matches or Lighter

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare Your Space

   • Cleanse the area with sage or incense to remove stagnant energy.
   • Sprinkle salt around your working space for added purification.

2. Set Up Your Workspace

   • Place the black candle at the center of your altar or working space.
   • Arrange supporting candles around it in a circle or triangular pattern.

3. Carve Your Intention

   • Use a carving tool to inscribe the black candle with your goal (e.g., "I release negativity").
   • If using a petition, write it in the present tense and set it aside.

4. Dress the Candle

   • Anoint the black candle with banishing oil, moving from top to base to symbolize the release of negativity.
   • Optionally, roll the candle in the prepared herb mixture.
   • Anoint the supporting candles if desired.

5. Light the Candles

   • First, light the supporting candles.
   • Light the black candle last, focusing on your intention of removing unwanted energies.

6. Visualize the Release

   • As the candles burn, close your eyes and visualize negativity, obstacles, or unwanted influences dissipating like smoke.
   • If using a petition, hold it between your palms while meditating on your intention.

7. Burn the Petition

   • Light the petition with the black candle’s flame and let it burn in a fireproof dish, symbolizing the release of the energy.

8. Conclude the Practice

   • Once you feel the energy work is complete, express gratitude for the clearing process.
   • Extinguish the candles, knowing your intention has been sent out into the universe.

Disposing of Remnants

• Bury the Remnants – Place wax and ashes in the earth to symbolize grounding and release.
• Scatter in Nature – Scatter ashes in the wind or near water to release energy into the natural flow.
• Burn Herbs – Safely burn any remaining herbs or dispose of them in your garden.

What to Expect After the Practice

• Relief – Feel lighter and more at ease as negativity dissipates.
• Clarity – Experience sharper thinking and a renewed sense of purpose.
• Energy Shifts – Notice positive changes in your environment or relationships.
• Opportunities – As obstacles dissolve, new paths may open up.

Confidence in your ability to release and transform is key. Trust that your intention will manifest as the energy aligns with your goals.