How To Dress For Success

     Success in prosperity magic often hinges on several factors that are oftentimes unknown to the magician. You can have all the right oils, powders, and candles, as well as, do your spells at the right time and still not see the results you are looking for. It can be frustrating to see your magical peers soaring with a simple candle spell meanwhile you are trying everything from sigils, to charms, to candle magic with little luck. What are they doing differently?  

     Believe it or not, the solution could be some minor changes in your overall approach to sympathetic magic. You can't keep doing the same things in your lifestyle and expect different results in your magic! It's time to mix things up and try some new approaches.

Persons, Places, and Things

     Those that have been through any sort of treatment program for addiction would be well aware that some of the earliest advice in avoiding a relapse is to change your persons, places, and things. Are your friends chronically poor? If so, it's time to change who you hang out with. Find people that more than the bare necessities in life, people that want to enhance their wealth and well-being. Avoid people that speak negatively of wealth and money. If your friends believe money is the root of all evil then it is time to root them out!

     The places where you pass your time may also have a negative impact on you, and you may be completely unaware. The most obviously glaring places you should avoid are cemeteries. As serene and beautiful as they can be at times, they are also home to a hierarchy of spirits who may be annoyed by your presence and will let you know by causing bad luck in your life and playing with your money. You should also avoid loitering in the streets and abandoned buildings, lest you cross something that has ill intentions for you.

     Broken things in your home can also bring bad luck into your life, especially if those things  are what you eat from. Eating and drinking from broken tableware sends a signal to your spirits that you want broken things in your life. Sleeping on a broken mattress can also have not only an impact on the quality of your sleep but can also send a similar message. Conversely, sleeping on the the floor can signal that you are in dire straights and that you are truly in need of financial assistance from your spirits.

     Dead things have no place in your home. People love to collect bones and human skulls. More often than not there is still a conscious spirit attached to those bones, and that spirit may not want to be constantly exposed to you or your house guests. If you must have things like that, it must be kept in a separate space preferably not attached to your home, like a shed or garage. The exceptions to this rule are those that were bequeathed such a thing by a mentor and given instructions on how to care  for it properly.

     Finally, clean your home and your living space. Throw out clutter and junk. The spirits that bring wealth and success will not waste their time with you if you are disorganized and sloppy. Keep your space neat and tidy, and avoid cluttering it with useless crap. Minimalism creates a calm and serene environment, that facilitates prosperity spirits to work in your life effectively.

New Clothes, New You 

     Its true what they say, "Clothes make the man(woman)."

     I don't always buy lottery tickets but when I do I make sure to dress for the occasion. I learned this trick by observing a Haitian man I would encounter at the local gas station. On most days he was dressed rather casually, but on days when he was there to buy lotto tickets he would be dressed in his absolute best: bright red shirt, dress pants, and freshly shined shoes. I asked him why he was dressed up, to which he replied, "because I plan to win tonight, of course."

     At the time I was struggling at a sales job and (if I'm being perfectly honest) wasn't applying myself wholly to the role, but instead was going for the paycheck. I decided that I was going to update my wardrobe for work and see what happened. I got nice new shoes, three fitted shirts, and expensive looking ties. I went to the barber and started wearing a new new fragrance that is favored by Erzulie Dantor called Pompeii Lotion.

     My next paycheck reflected my efforts. Within a month I was in the top five in my district, within two months I was in the top ten in my region. Initially, I thought it was just perceptual, but I began to realize that by wearing shabby clothes I was telling my spirits that I was happy in my shabby position. I began to dress for the life I wanted and my life began to reflect that fact.

      Now, if you have clothes in your wardrobe that are ripped, worn, or torn you need to throw them out. Start buying clothes that fit, even if you need to do it one outfit at a time. If you can set aside money from each paycheck to your wardrobe in a couple months you will have an entirely new look. Avoid dressing completely in black, the heaviness of black may not jive with your intentions. Instead strive for vibrant colors and rich, but not to busy, patterns. Colors are key to working this magic properly: stick to red, yellow, and orange; some may find that royal blue and purple work well for them. Learn your wealth vibe and exploit it!

Spell Your Success

     Your most powerful tool in your magical arsenal is your mouth and tongue. They way in which you speak plays a large role in how you manifest your desires. To spell success for yourself you need to become aware of how you are using your mouth and your speech. Remember when I said you need to avoid people that believe money is the root of all evil? This is where that wisdom comes into play.

     Daily affirmations can have not long lasting affects on your overall well-being. Learning to speak your desires into reality, however, requires discipline and some foresight. You should use the present tense in all of your affirmations of success:

I am a magnet for money; success is drawn to me.

     Avoid speaking negatively about money and wealthy people. If you constantly bash the rich and successful while attempting to work money magic you will be seen as foolish by your spirits and will have underwhelming results. Always be positive even in the face of a setback: realize that your apparent misfortune is likely temporary and that you are still on the long road to success. 

     If you can change your words you can change your destiny.

Folk Wisdom 

  

• If you carry a purse never set it on the on the floor or ground.
• If you go to the beach don't bring home seashells. Leave them where you find them.
• Give to the poor even if it is just the change in your pocket.
• Never disrespect money.
• Don't leave loose change scattered through your home, keep it all in the same box or jar.
• Your wallet should only have your ID, credit cards, and money. No receipts or clutter. 

What are some of your own secrets to money magic? Please share in the comments.