Magick spelled with a “k” differentiates from magic tricks performed for entertainment. It also represents the realm of possibilities, expected serendipity and connection to all living things. The spelling is symbolic and carries deep meaning, pointing directly to the illimitable intersection of where heaven meets the earth. The “g” points to the ground or form, similar to the vortex triangle that points to the earth and is generally yin, female or resting energy. The “k” reaches for the sky, where ideas are born, similar to the apex triangle which is typically considered yang, male or active energy, and represents the male energy.

The overlapping vortex and apex triangles create a symbol, often known as the Star of David. The intersection of form and thought is where magick happens. The connection represents material and spiritual coming together to develop the soul. The soul’s work on earth is not complete if it dwells too long in the spiritual realm or mundane reality. It must use the union of the male and female, light and dark, spiritual and material, heaven and earth to create magick. On earth, we live in that powerful meeting place where form is created from desire and need.

The four elements are the fundamental tools of magick. We are manifestation of this basic magick, a representation of the four elements working in sync: earth with our bodies, water as our blood, air is our breath, and fire our energy or spirit. Magick is that feeling when events and people in our life line up with ease and enlightened intention. When you get that tingly sensation and the air feels thick with electricity, you are in the infinite realm of illimitable potential – the womb of creation.

Magickal spells are a matter of aligning your desire with symbolic interpretations of what you want to create (for example, a collage board) then speaking aloud your intention. The etymology of the word spell means to cast or speak your word. We chant or use rhymes in spells to speak to the right brain, the part of our consciousness that is most like the dreamtime world, when anything is possible. It is creative, cyclical and imaginative. Spells are used to change circumstances. Rituals, such as a ceremony to let go of anger or achieve forgiveness are used to change consciousness.

Magick is created using symbols, colors, and intention as they relate to the elements. For example, if you wanted to cast a spell or design a ritual to bond with family, you could light a green candle, place it in the direction of the north, and adorn your altar with salt as well as pictures of your family and anoint your feet or hands with some oil that makes you feel grounded. Refer to the information below about Elemental Magick and create your own magick.