Magic with Cinnamon

Cinnamon appears in various folk and esoteric traditions as a symbol associated with prosperity, attraction, magnetism, courage, and opening new paths. Its symbolism comes precisely from the idea of “warming up” what has become stagnant and attracting what you desire.

You will need:

• 3 cinnamon sticks
• 1 white or yellow candle
• 1 saucer or heat-resistant plate
• 1 sheet of white paper
• 1 pen
• 1 glass of water

Which Moon phase should you choose?

To open new paths and help them grow, I would choose the Waxing Moon.

1. Take your shower as usual and put on clean clothes.
2. On a piece of paper, write your full name and, underneath, write:

“May all paths that are for my highest good open before me. May obstacles, stagnation, and everything that prevents my growth be removed. May new opportunities, prosperity, protection, and abundance find their way to me.”

1. Fold the paper toward yourself, symbolizing that you are drawing what you desire into your life.
2. Place the paper on the saucer and arrange the three cinnamon sticks around it in the shape of a triangle.
3. Light the candle beside it and place the glass of water nearby.
4. Take one of the cinnamon sticks and hold or rub it between your hands for a few seconds. Visualize a door opening in front of you. Think about the areas of your life you want to bring movement to: work, money, projects, opportunities, etc.
5. Light one end of the cinnamon stick so that it releases smoke and aroma, then immediately place it in a heat-resistant, non-flammable container and allow it to go out on its own. Repeat with the other two sticks.

WARNING: Do this in a well-ventilated area, away from curtains, paper, alcohol, and other flammable materials. Never leave burning cinnamon unattended.

When you are finished, give thanks and allow the candle to burn out completely, always keeping it supervised and following proper fire-safety precautions.

Within 3 days, you may begin to feel your paths becoming lighter, your home more harmonious, and your life starting to fall back into place. This ritual is especially helpful for those who feel stuck in life, want to renew relationships that have become strained, or feel that the energy in their home has been low.