Candle flame that flares, dips, gutters repeatedly.
When practicing candle magic, you might see the flame act in unexpected ways—such as flaring up, burning low, or flickering often. These changes can seem mysterious or meaningful.
To begin, check for any physical reasons for the flame’s movement. Look for draughts or air currents in the room, as these can easily affect how the candle burns. Try to make your space as calm and still as possible.
After you have ruled out environmental causes, observe the flame quietly. Notice if there is a pattern to how it moves. This is a good time to use your intuition and think about what you are seeing.
If your spell is focused on a particular person, you may sense that they are, knowingly or not, resisting your intention. Sometimes, this resistance appears in the way the candle burns.
Take a few moments to sit in silence and consider what the flame might be showing you. The way the candle burns could suggest that the timing of your spell is not ideal, or that the energy is not coming together as you hoped.
If this happens, it can be helpful to simply recognize that the moment may not be right. You might choose to try your spell again later, when the conditions feel more supportive and balanced.
