Elemental Ritual to Get Rid of Bad Luck (Full Guide)

Throughout history, men and women have turned to rituals and spells when the shadow of misfortune clings to them.

Bad luck is rarely “random.” In occult terms it can stem from stagnant energies, malefic influences, unresolved karmic currents, or even unconscious self-sabotage.

A properly constructed ritual does more than ward off negativity. It resets the current of your life, severs you from lingering forces of decay, and sets you back on the path of strength and fortune.

This rite is designed as a practical operation that blends ceremonial structure with timeless occult logic. It can be performed by both initiates and determined beginners, provided respect and focus are maintained.

When to Perform the Ritual

Opportune timing adds value to this luck ritual, so if possible perform it with these factors in mind:

On a waning moon, when energies naturally withdraw and obstacles can be banished.On a Saturday, Saturn’s day, which governs bindings, endings, and severance.At night, when the astral veil is thinner and spirits of cleansing are more responsive.Materials RequiredBlack candle (banishment, absorption of negativity)White candle (purification, restoration of balance)A small bowl of salt (earth’s cleansing essence)A bowl of clean water (life and renewal)Frankincense or myrrh incense (purification smoke)Athame, ritual knife, or wand (to direct energy)Your own written petition: “I release all forces of bad luck and misfortune. They no longer have power over me.”

Optional:

A drop of your own blood or hair (to tie the working directly to your fate)A protective sigil (Vehuiah for angelic protection, or Vine for banishment if you work with demonic currents)Ritual Steps1. The Preparation

Cleanse yourself before the rite, either with a shower while visualizing black energy washing off, or with a simple salt bath. Dress in clean clothes and silence your phone or distractions.

Prepare the altar facing north (Saturn’s direction), placing the black candle on your left and the white candle on your right.

Place the bowl of salt in front of the black candle and the water in front of the white candle. The incense should be set to burn between them.

2. The Circle of Severance

Cast your circle. If you are trained, use your traditional circle-casting method. For beginners, simply sprinkle salt in a wide circle around you while saying:

“No ill fortune may cross this line. Within this circle, I command the currents of fate.”

Light the incense so that smoke begins to fill the space.

3. Invocation of Release

Light the black candle first. As the flame catches, focus on the way it trembles and bends, and speak aloud with force:

“Flame of shadow, absorb all misfortune. Burn away the chains of bad luck. I release what clings to me.”

Pause for a moment, staring into the flame, and breathe out slowly three times as if exhaling your misfortunes into the fire. Each exhale should feel like a thread being cut.

Then light the white candle:

“Flame of purity, restore my path to harmony. Replace all shadows with light.”

With your athame, wand, or simply your right hand, draw a cross, pentagram, or chosen sigil of power in the air above both candles. Visualize a current of light arcing between them, black fire drawing out decay while white fire floods you with new life.

4. The Petition and the Fourfold Action

Take your written petition in hand and read it aloud slowly, once in a firm voice. Then pass it four times through the incense smoke, saying:

“By smoke, all misfortune dissolves.”

Hold it briefly above the black candle’s flame, saying:

“By fire, all misfortune burns.”

Sprinkle a pinch of salt onto the paper, saying:

“By earth, all misfortune is bound.”

Finally, sprinkle a few drops of water onto it, saying:

“By water, all misfortune is washed away.”

This fourfold action symbolically subjects your bad luck to every element until nothing remains.

5. The Mirror of Release

If you wish to intensify the rite, place a small hand mirror before the candles. Gaze into it for a moment, allowing yourself to see not your face but your “misfortune”, the feeling of heaviness or blockage. Speak aloud:

“Reflection, hold my misfortune. I leave it behind. It no longer follows me.”

Then turn the mirror face-down and cover it with the petition paper to seal the transfer.

6. Dissolution of Misfortune

Now take the petition and place it in the bowl of salt. Pour the bowl of water directly over it, soaking it completely. If you used the mirror, place the wet paper on top of the mirror face-down.

Say with finality:

“I cast out bad luck from my life. By fire, water, salt, and smoke, the curse is ended, and fortune flows anew.”

Take a moment here in silence. Some will feel a shift. It c an feel like lightness, a sudden cool breeze, or a sensation of release.

7. The Closing and Sealing

Raise your hands over the candles and speak clearly:

“By Saturn’s hour, by the waning moon, by earth, fire, water, and air, the seal is set. Misfortune departs. Fortune returns. So it is.”

Blow out the black candle first, signifying the end of bad luck. Let the white candle burn a little longer as a symbol of fortune enduring.

When you are ready to leave the space, gather the wet remains and bury them outside or throw them into running water. If you used a mirror, keep it wrapped in black cloth and set aside, face down, never again to reflect your misfortune.

Strengthening the Ritual

For those working in deeper traditions, you can do the following:

Demonic Current: Call upon Vine, a demon of banishment and protection, to clear away hostile spirits and influences. His enn is “Eyesta nas Vine ca laris”Angelic Current: Call upon Vehuiah, the first Shem angel, to break blockages and ignite new beginnings.

These forces can be gently evoked into the circle to magnify the ritual’s power. But even without them, the elemental structure of the rite is sufficient.

Aftermath and Observations

Following the ritual, you may feel a weight lifted, experience unusual dreams, or notice sudden “shifts” in circumstance.

Misfortune often peels away gradually, like storm clouds dispersing. Maintain patience, avoid self-sabotage where possible, and reinforce the working with positive action.

Final Words

Bad luck is not destiny. It is a vibration, a current, and like all currents it can be redirected.

Perform the ritual with seriousness, faith, and clear intent, and you may see fortune realign itself in your favor.

FAQ:

Q: Can this ritual be used to remove a curse as well as bad luck?
A: Yes. Whether your misfortune is caused by natural stagnation or deliberate malefic influence, this ritual is a beginner friendly way to restore good fortune.

Q: How often should I repeat the ritual?
A: Once per waning moon cycle is usually enough. Impatience can derail magical workings, so give it sufficient time to unfold.

Q: Do I need to believe in demons or angels for it to work?
A: No. The ritual structure itself relies upon the elements by using fire, water, salt, and smoke. This combination aims at producing an energetic change. Spirits are a welcome addition and amplifier, but optional.

An Alternative Approach

If misfortune continues to cling no matter what you try, or you’d simply like stronger magick working in your favor, a personal ritual performed on your behalf is the optimal measure.

I offer custom rituals for hire, crafted with greater depth and more ceremonial tools and actions. I will summon the spirits best suited to your situation and align them with your goals.

I will also add an additional protective element to ensure that the fortuitous current remains with you on a long-term basis.

So if you’re interested, I look forward to hearing from you soon!

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