Gifts In Ugly Boxes and a Spell for Prosperity

Every once in many moons, the universe sends you a very heavily disguised gift.

My gift has come in the form of my suddenly needing to find a new job.

Being let go is an interesting experience. You sit in a small room, with someone who informs you quite matter of factly, that you are being terminated. 

I'm not a hysterical person. My response was "Okay." I was told that I looked shocked, but that I was taking it well, in the moment.  That the situation would sink in, and that I might react, later on.
What's the point in having an explosive response? Why cry over it? Choices have been made, and so it is.
I do not possess the skills required for finance.

Parting procedures were explained, I was given information.
My items were packed, and I was walked to the door. I said "thank you" and "goodbye".
I got in my car, called my husband to let him know that I was coming home, and why.
I drove home, clear headed, and immediately creating a plan of action for the month of October.
Of course, to find a new job, but with better perspective on what I should pursue.

I've been at home for a week now, and I have been making sure that I take action every day, to move ahead. Updated my resume. Tailored concise cover letters. I have applied for every position that looks like a fit for my experience and skillset. Things are rolling along, I have even received some interest, so I know the energy is going in the right direction, there.

But I've also started exploring other things I can do to create more prosperity.
I've started up "Kitchen Table Tarot" - a Facebook page where people can book readings with me, in exchange for either monetary, or exchange of service. Bartering of sorts, really. Check it out! *nudge, nudge*

Because it's all about energy.
If you want something, set a goal. Make it happen. 
You can't just want, though. You can't "try".
You have to work at it. Take action.

My body won't change if I just think about it.
I have set a goal, and I am working daily to achieve it.

A job won't just show up at my door because I declare that I need a job.
I have set an intention and goal to secure a job by November, and I am making every effort to manifest that.

My mental health won't sustain itself through this transition.  I am making sure that I have enough self care, and keep to my regular routines as much as possible. I eat.  I work out. I run errands. I will say that the extra sleep is nothing to complain about. Hail napping!

I promised a spell for prosperity, so if any of you are feeling spread thin, and want to manifest some abundance in your current circumstances, here's a little something that might help.
Get some bay leaves.

What you need:

1 small candle - I like tealights for this - either white or green (any shade)

At least 1 bay leaf - large enough to write on

A pen; if you want to get fancy, grab a gold Sharpie, but any pen or marker will do.

A fire proof container to burn in. I have a cauldron, but an aluminium pie plate from the dollar store, or even tin foil fashioned into an enclosure is sufficient.

What to do:

Take a few deep breaths and focus on what your intention. Pay attention to the words that come to you.
Write your intention on your bay leaf; something to the effect of "I will receive abundance in a safe and fulfilling way." Use your own intention - after all, this is tailored to you, specifically. You can write on both sides, so don't worry much about running out of space.
Now place your candle in your fire proof container, and light it.
Focus your mind on what you've written on your bay leaf. Intention is the key here!
Light the bay leaf from the flame of your candle. Don't burn yourself!
Let the bay leaf burn completely (it will smell wonderful), and let the candle burn itself out. Give thanks to whatever power you personally feel provides for you, spiritually - this is important!

Remember that it is important to keep this candle in a safe place while it burns, and never leave a burning candle unattended.

Go forth and manifest abundance!

Hail yourselves!
S