Buying a spell comes with a certain thrill. A sense of hopefulness that it will help unlock the path towards getting what you want. However, many people do go into it without truly understanding what it entails.
Spellcasting is a layered process. It takes time, energy, and focus, not just from the spellcaster, but also from the person who commissioned it. Don’t mistake buying a spell for a mere transaction. You are as much a part of the process as the spellcaster themselves.
Before Buying A Spell – The Role of A Client

Spellwork relies on intention. As such, you have to be certain of your intentions and communicate them as clearly as possible to the spellcaster. It requires vulnerability, which you should also prepare for. This will make you more receptive emotionally, energetically, and psychically.
Spells aren’t something to be taken lightly; your willingness and belief in them impact their outcome significantly.
How do you clarify intention as an initiator?
Think of it this way: vague intentions will reap vague results. However, narrowing your intention too much can also hinder the spell. Understandably, finding the right balance can be tricky. So, rather than a general idea such as “I want to find love,” it would help to define your exact need.
Do not be afraid to dig a little deeper and release the fear of asking for what you truly want. With that in mind, provide the spellcaster with as much context as you’re able to, while giving the spell room to breathe when it comes to your intention.
So, choose something like “I want to find a partner who is trustworthy and whose values align with mine” instead of very specific attributes, such as a specific job or appearance.
It is also important to keep your goal attainable. While it can be tempting to wish for something fantastical like being able to speak a new language or gain a talent without having done the work to learn it, spells simply do not work in that way.
However, they can give you a boost. If you want to develop new skills, a traditional road opening spell or a custom one can help clear the way for you.
Common Misconceptions After Buying a Spell
- If there are no visible results, the spell isn’t working.
How results show up can differ from case to case. They are often subtle, sometimes only noticeable to you, the client. These spells can also take time. The effect can be gradual and affect you or the recipient in small doses.
There are also instances where the outcome is very obvious, even immediate. These cases happen when all the conditions are in proper alignment, especially if you do your part.
This means being proactive as the spell continues to work and influence your path. For example, if you commissioned a career spell, allow its energy to motivate you to apply for roles you previously didn’t have much confidence in, or to expand your network by finding the courage to enter spaces you may have felt were closed to you.
The same rings true for other workings, such as a social media fame spell. You cannot expect it to manifest without producing content you’re truly passionate about. Your job is to keep on creating and pushing for your work to be seen as the spell helps bring everything in alignment for you.
- Spells can guarantee the outcome you want.
There are many variables that influence spellcasting, and as such, outcomes are never guaranteed. Your recipient may have a spirit guide shielding them, or another caster may have sent out a protection spell for them.
Timing is also a factor here. When the universe deems it simply isn’t the right time for the individual, not much can be done to change that.
You may also experience an outcome that is different from what you were hoping for. Some outcomes may even seem bad at first, which can understandably feel a little scary. Think of it as the night before dawn breaks; it becomes less worrying once you understand that it is a necessary part of the transformation you’re going through.
This can manifest as relationships reaching their breaking point, which can force the door of communication open. If you’re looking for a change in your career, it could appear as a low point, such as getting fired from your current job or being made so uncomfortable that you are left with no choice but to quit.
Yes, it may seem completely opposite from your goal and feel heavy, but trust that all of it is leading you onto the right path.
It is not a punishment or a test, but simply part of the process.

- One spell can fix everything.
Can a single spell sweep away any ongoing issues you may have? The answer depends on what you need the spell to fix. For example, using a reconciliation spell to help repair broken relationships is not a simple “cast it and forget it” situation.
Instead, the spell can help remove blockages that might be hindering you and your person from truly communicating, essentially creating the conditions needed for forgiveness to happen. There is some internal (emotional) and external (effort) work needed on your part for the spell to produce your desired outcome.
Spells can also treat the symptoms of an issue instead of providing a more permanent fix. If you often have disagreements with your partner, the right spell can help lessen the arguments between the two of you.
- Curses and hexes will bounce back.
The concept of karmic law exists within the collective consciousness, but not all spellcasters subscribe to it as something that affects their workings. However, experienced casters, such as The Strix Sisters, also understand how their clients’ belief systems might influence the outcome of a spell.
As with any work that involves black magic, great care is taken when it comes to the process itself. We cannot speak for others, but The Strix Sisters collaborate closely with their Spirit Team to help them manipulate the threads of fate and deal justice to those deserving of it.
If this is something that concerns you, speaking with your caster can help enlighten you more about the process.
What to Do After Buying a Spell

As established, you continue to play a part in the process even after you’ve paid for the service and the spell has been cast. Here’s a guide on what you need to do.
The First 24–72 Hours: Manifestation and Spell Reinforcement
- Emotional grounding and energy alignment.
Yes, the feelings of anxiety you’ll begin to feel a few days after buying a spell are normal. However, too much of it can affect the spell itself. So, you’ll need to do some emotional grounding. There are many ways you can do this, the easiest one you can incorporate into your daily routine is breathing exercises.
To do this, find a private area in your home or workplace where you’ll be able to sit in the quiet for a few minutes. Start slow and take deep, intentional breaths, which will naturally calm down your nervous system. Next, do the 4–7–8 technique: inhale for 4 counts, hold your breath for 7, and exhale for 8 counts. Do this whenever you feel your emotions are becoming overwhelming.
Aside from breathing exercises, you can also use grounding objects. Crystals such as black tourmaline, hematite, and obsidian are all beneficial. By doing these things, you can realign your energy with your intention, strengthening it rather than causing an interference.
- Try not to obsess with the results.
Just like feelings of anxiety, obsessing over the outcome of your spell can bring about restrictive energy, which can interfere with the spell.
What does obsessing mean in this context? It’s constantly checking and looking for any signs that the spell is working, especially after it’s just been cast. Trusting the process sounds cliché, but it is exactly what you need to do during this period.
A spell can take a month and continue to perform until the third month after casting, when it usually begins to wane. To help focus your restless energy during this time toward something more positive, here’s a suggested ritual from The Strix Sisters you can perform that will help reinforce the spell.
A Simple Ritual for Strengthening Active Spells

- First, find a quiet space in your home.
- Light a white candle, the size of which does not matter.
- Take a moment to let your thoughts settle, then slowly inhale through your nose for four counts.
- Hold your breath for two counts as you visualize the energy of the spell working. To help your focus, you can imagine it as a trail of light or a wisp of smoke. Imagining something tangible will help keep your thoughts from straying.
- Repeat the same breathing pattern as you connect, and feel the energy moving through you.
- This can be repeated for three to five sets, or more if you feel comfortable doing so.
This ritual can be done once a week, ideally during the same day each time. It also helps to follow a traditional planetary day schedule as certain energies can help with boosting the power of your spell further.
A Guide to Planetary Days: When to Perform Your Spellwork
- Sunday (Sun) – This day is suitable for spells that involve personal empowerment and finding your inner light. If you’ve bought a spell to help find your old spark back, do the ritual on this day.
- Monday (Moon) – For spells that focus on emotional awareness, working on your intuition, and connecting more with your inner self (such as shadow work), perform the ritual on Mondays.
- Tuesday (Mars) – Mars energy is all about drive and passion. Use this day for spells meant to clear out cobwebs and other blockages in your energy. It is also great for protection spells and ones that really need momentum.
- Wednesday (Mercury) – If your spell involves fixing issues with communication and clarity, this is the right day for you to perform the ritual. Traditional road-opening and business success spells are just some examples that would benefit from it.
- Thursday (Jupiter) – Jupiter governs abundance, luck, wisdom, and authority. So, if your spell is meant to help improve your finances, career growth, or any legal matters, this is the best day to perform the ritual.
- Friday (Venus) – For spells involving love, beauty and glamour, and creating harmony within your relationships, choose Friday to perform the ritual. This day is governed by Venus, goddess of love, beauty, fertility, and desire, whose energy can help amplify related manifestations.
- Saturday (Saturn) – Saturdays are best for spells involving karmic justice, endings or cutting ties, setting boundaries, and banishment. If you’re looking to close a toxic cycle, performing the ritual on this day can further strengthen the spell’s effect.
Magick Aftercare: Managing Symptoms
Will you, as a client, experience any physical symptoms after buying a spell? Most people don’t experience anything at all, but it is a possibility.
After receiving confirmation that your spell has been cast, always take a moment to pause and ground your energy. You can recite a short affirmation and let your breath carry it out into the universe. Trust that you have been heard.
If you experience physical symptoms, typically minor ones such as lightheadedness, nausea, and headaches, treat it like you normally would. Make sure you hydrate and get enough rest if you feel any fatigue. All of these symptoms should fade away after twenty-four hours. Remember that your energy matters in the process, so you must protect it.
A Reminder:
Buying a spell online is akin to starting a collaborative project. Your caster has their input and expects that you perform your part in it as well. Understanding what a spell requires from you ensures that it is aligned with your needs and that you have the capacity to support its full manifestation.








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