Guardian Spirit Invocation

1. Create a sacred space - cleanse thoroughly with smoke and blessed water. 2. Set up an altar with white cloth facing East (direction of new beginnings). 3. Place photos of deceased loved ones if calling upon ancestors. 4. Arrange white candles in a semicircle behind the altar. 5. Place offerings in the center: fresh bread, coffee, liquor, flowers, or favorite foods of the deceased. 6. Set a glass of fresh water on the altar - spirits travel through water. 7. Light the candles and incense, creating sacred smoke. 8. Sit comfortably and ground yourself with deep breathing. 9. Call out to your protective spirits by name if known, or generally. 10. Say: "Beloved ancestors and guardians of my soul, I call upon you. Those who love me unconditionally, who wish only my highest good, come near. Protect me from seen and unseen harm. Guide me away from danger. Stand as guardians at my gates. I honor you, I thank you, I welcome you." 11. Sit in meditation, being open to impressions, feelings, or messages. 12. Use your divination tool to communicate if desired. 13. Ask them to protect you specifically from [name your concerns: psychic attack, accidents, illness, etc.]. 14. Hold your protection amulet and ask them to bless and empower it. 15. Promise to honor them regularly with offerings, prayers, and remembrance. 16. Thank them sincerely and specifically for their protection. 17. Let the candles burn out completely if safe, or burn for several hours. 18. Pour the water outside as a libation, saying "The offering is made." 19. Leave the food offerings overnight, then dispose of them outside (compost or leave for animals). 20. Record any impressions or messages in your journal. 21. Establish a regular practice - weekly or monthly offerings and conversations.