Scrying with Candles

The term “scrying” refers to tapping into your second sight to see what you can’t see with your physical eyes. This may mean peeking into the future or glimpsing something that’s going on in another place beyond your ordinary range of vision.

Looking into a Crystal Ball is the way that most people think of scrying, but it's not the only way. You can look at clouds, or a body of water, or the flame of a candle.

In a dark room, light a candle. Set it somewhere safely - like your altar.

Watch its flickering flame, allowing it to gradually quiet your mind and thoughts to bring you to a state of relaxation.

As you gaze at the flame, allow your vision to “soften” - that is, don’t try to focus clearly or intently on the flame. You might even want to let your eyes drift slightly to the side of the flame, rather than staring directly at it.

As images begin to arise in the flame, permit them to develop as they will, without trying to direct them. Just observe, as if you were watching a movie.

Gaze into the smoke rising from the flame. Do you see images there too? Allow them to unfold before you the same as before.

Notice any emotions, sensations, or impressions you experience - prickling on the back of your neck, a fluttering in your heart, or the presence of an unexpected scent.

Continue gazing at the candle’s flame and smoke for as long as you like, or for as long as images remain.

When you’re ready, snuff out the candle and ease yourself back into ordinary reality.

Write in your Book of Shadows what you’ve experienced. What did you see? Did you recognize anything? What did the images mean to you? Describe any and all senses you felt. Note all the details, even the ones you deem insignificant at the time. They may come in handy later.

Then revisit your entry at a later date and record anything that has happened that ties into what was revealed to you while scrying. Practicing this technique regularly will strengthen your psychic muscles and enable you to gain insight readily.