Beautiful black glass Scrying Mirror for all your prediction needs. small 5x3inches mirror in a standing oval, gilt frame adorned with reindeer moss, dried flowers and crystals
* if you are buying this item at the macabre summertime market you will receive a free small psychic visions incense jar to give extra potency to your scrying (this offer is valid between 1st-4th June)
The word ‘scrying’ comes from an Old English word, ‘descry,’ meaning ‘to catch sight of,’ or ‘to make out dimly.’ In the simplest terms, scrying is peering into a reflective surface, to see images or symbols that you then interpret meaning from. Traditionally, scrying is depicted as a form of fortune-telling, a way to peer beyond the present into the future to see what lies beyond.
As its name implies, ‘to catch sight of’ what. you seek, you must choose something you can focus your gaze upon and black scrying mirrors are an ideal material. Though some other popular items include crystal balls and scrying bowls for water scrying . You’ll also need a candle to use as a source of natural light.
It is widely believed that it is best to scry at night as the practice is closely tied to the energy of the moon. Plus a calm, dark night is perfect for focusing as there are fewer distractions around. Whether you are inside or outside, it’s best to find a dark, quiet place with as little light as possible.
Make sure you have your scrying mirror, candle, and if you’d like to write about your experience, a journal and pen. Light your candle (and some incense if that’s your thing) and place it out of your direct line of sight but where it is still visible on the surface of the black mirror. Some prefer to place the candle immediately in front of their mirror or even stare directly into the candle flame. Try different places and arrangements to find what you like best.
Next, settle into a comfortable seated position and begin to focus on your breath with your eyes closed or open. In and out. In and out. Each time try to breathe more slowly deeply filling and emptying your lungs. Let the thoughts of your day and to-do lists drift away. It’s okay if they come back, let them move across your mind's eye and drift away again.
Maintain a soft gaze that allows the mirror to remain just slightly out of focus. Keep an open mind and make a mental note of whatever ideas, flashes of inspiration, or objects come up for you. It’s okay to not understand them in the moment, you can revisit them later.
When you’re first starting out try to maintain this state for at least 15 minutes. As you grow more comfortable, you can scry for longer periods which may allow you to reach further inside yourself and gain greater insights things down while your thoughts are still fresh.