Beltane is an ancient Gaelic festival that marks the beginning of summer and is traditionally celebrated on May 1st. It is generally a time when nature is at its most vibrant, and people would traditionally come together to celebrate fertility, growth, and the renewal of life. The festival is also associated with the god Belenus and the goddesses Brigid and Epona. In modern times, Beltane is still celebrated by many modern pagans and witches as a time to honor the earth and the cycles of nature, of growth and of connectivity. It is a time to acknowledge the abundance of life and to celebrate the joys of spring.

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Glamour magick is a type of witchcraft that focuses on a combination of beauty, charisma, and personal power. It is a way of using magick to enhance one's physical appearance, social status, and personal magnetism. Glamour magick can be particularly well-suited to Beltane because it is a time when the natural world is bursting with life and energy. The festival is traditionally associated with fertility, growth, and the renewal of life, and many people celebrate by dancing, singing, and feasting. It is a time to honor the earth and the cycles of nature, and to connect with the joy and abundance of the season.

Glamour magick, with its focus on beauty, charisma, and personal power, can be seen as a natural extension of the themes of Beltane. By performing glamour magick rituals during Beltane, practitioners can tap into the abundant energy of the season and harness it for their own purposes. They can enhance their physical appearance, increase their social status, and cultivate their personal magnetism.

Beltane Correspondences

Beltane is also associated with the element of fire, which represents passion, transformation, and purification. It is also associated with the faerie realm, which is believed to be particularly active during this time of year. Some other correspondences include birds (especially swallows and cuckoos), Maypoles, and eggs (which symbolise fertility and new beginnings).

• Crystals: Emerald, rose quartz, amber, carnelian, citrine, moonstone, and garnet. These crystals are associated with love, passion, creativity, growth, and vitality, which are all themes of Beltane.
• Flowers: Hawthorn, bluebells, daisies, mugwort, lilies, honeysuckle, meadowsweet, primrose and roses. These flowers are all associated with Beltane and symbolize love, beauty, fertility, and new beginnings.
• Activities: Dancing, singing, feasting, making flower crowns and garlands, jumping over bonfires, planting seeds, and making offerings to the spirits of nature. All of these activities are associated with the joy and celebration of Beltane and are a way of honouring the earth and the cycles of nature.
• Colors: Green, pink, red, and white. Green represents growth and fertility, pink and red represent love and passion, and white represents purity and new beginnings.

Simple Beltane Ritual for Confidence

 Working with Lilith can be a great way to stand in your own power and be confident of who you are.

I love this summery spell for when we are short on time or energy. As witches, we lead busy lives and sometimes that can knock us off kilter and even affect things like our mental health or our self-esteem. 

For this spell, you will simply need a yellow candle, a piece of citrine, and a small mirror. Begin by lighting the yellow candle and holding the citrine in your hand. Visualize yourself as confident and self-assured, with a strong sense of your own worth and value. Hold the mirror up to your face and say a simple incantation, such as "By the power of Beltane, I call forth my inner strength and confidence. May I be bold and fearless in all that I do. As I will it, and so it is." Allow the candle to burn down completely, and then carry the citrine with you as a talisman of confidence and power.

Beltane Ritual for Igniting Passion

Beltane is absolutely a time for reigniting passion, rekindling a fire within, as we move towards summer and Litha on the wheel of the year. 

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You will need a red candle, a piece of paper, a pen, and a ring such as our new Pentacle Gemstone Ring. Sit in a comfortable place where you won't be disturbed and take a few deep breaths to ground and center yourself. Light the red candle and let its warm glow fill the room.

On the piece of paper, write down any areas of your magickal life where you feel like you're lacking passion or inspiration. Maybe it's a particular type of spell or ritual, or maybe it's just a general sense of disconnection or fatigue. Whatever it is, write it down and be as specific as possible.

Next, hold the ring in your hand and close your eyes. Take a few deep breaths and allow yourself to feel the energy of Beltane flowing through you. Feel the warmth and vibrancy of the season, and let it ignite a spark of passion within you.

Now, with the ring still in your hand, visualize the passion and inspiration that you wish to experience in your magickal life. See yourself casting spells with ease, feeling deeply connected to the divine, and experiencing a sense of joy and wonder in all that you do.

As you hold this visualization, infuse the ring with the energy of Beltane and your own personal power. Envision it as a powerful talisman of passion and inspiration that will help you to connect more deeply with your magickal practice.

Finally, place the ring on your left hand to receive the energy of Beltane and the passion that it brings, and on your right hand to share that passion with the world around you. Wear it as a reminder of the power of the Beltane season and the passion that lies within you.

When you're ready, close the ritual by thanking the spirits of Beltane and the divine for their blessings, and snuffing out the candle. Carry the energy of passion and inspiration with you as you go about your day.

As we celebrate the energy of Beltane and the timing of spring, we are reminded of the power of glamour magick in our lives. This season is a time of fertility, growth, and passion, and it provides us with the perfect opportunity to harness our inner beauty and radiance to attract love, abundance, and joy into our lives.

Through the use of glamour magick, we can tap into the energy of Beltane and amplify our inner radiance and beauty. By embracing our authentic selves and honoring our unique gifts and talents, we can embody the spirit of Beltane and attract positive energies into our lives. Until next time xox