THE CONE OF POWER


There are many ways to create a sacred space. It is more a result of the
focusing of will than of the props and special effects. A properly cast
circle can be 'felt' by everyone there. One way to do this for yourself to
begin with is to relax and calm yourself. Now sit in the center of the
space you are going to be casting in. Try to be aware of the subtle
energies which are dormant there. Now, gently, reach out with your own
inner energy and try to touch that other energy. Once you feel comfortable,
now you cast.

Standing with something in your 'active' hand like an athame or wand, see
your energy flowing out through the athame (or wand) out into a thin blue
line of fire (or whatever imagery suits you). Trace your way around the
circle until it is complete. Now, take a moment to 'see' this circle of
energy in your mind.

Feel it like a swirling cone, a swirling cone of power... touch it and see
if you can manipulate it.

Now feel the energy gathering strength, feel it begin to pick up speed...
feel yourself directing it faster, more energetic... feel it fill with
power and energy from you, your environment, the earth, the core of the
earth or he sun, the water that flows through the earth and the air... feel
all these elements combine and add power and energy to your circle. Feel
the energy spiral up and become more and more powerful until you feel you
may burst then release it or use it in a spell.

Be sure to ground by eating after doing this.