The Dervish Circle
I don’t usually use “protection” circles, as I’ve always suspected that most beings/aspects/energies don’t really respect them. I’ve found that a sanctified space (in my case, my entire living room) is more than enough to set boundaries or rules of the Operation.
I do, however, occasionally like to draw up a circle of energy for my own benefit. It’s a focal point that actuates communication and gives me a specified space in which to direct intention.
Rather than draw a circle on the ground, I do this with motion and energy.
Stand in your preordained location for the circle.
Bend your knees slightly.
One arm in front, one arm in back, begin to sway your arms in a clockwise motion.
Pull your palms out and feel the air licking your skin.
Become aware of the energy flowing through you, outward.
Use your hands to direct this energy as you swish to and fro.
Feel it intensify.
You’re creating a spiral of energy around you, two actually, spiralling upward and downward. This is your “circle”.
When you feel the energy has reached an agreeable level of mass, stop swaying and hold your arms out to your sides.
Starting at your hips, pull the hurricane up, til your arms reach over your head.
You are now ready to do some serious shit.
To bring the circle down, simple reverse the procedure.