09/09/2026
Every interaction you have creates an energetic cord. Most are benign and will not harm or bother you. Some are malignant. Cord cutting is a way to get rid of those cords so that they no longer weigh you down. Many choose to use this ritual after a breakup, leaving a job, or even when manifesting for a new beginning.
This simple Cord Cutting Ritual can be performed at any time and at any place, which makes it a handy spell to have in your arsenal. This ritual aims to reclaim your personal energy and restore emotional independence, rather than physically or emotionally harming the other person.
ITEMS NEEDED
* 2 Candles
* H**p cord, tw**e, or natural yarn
STEPS
* Carve names or symbols into the first candle, which represents you.
* Carve names or symbols into the second candle, which represents what or who you are cutting off.
* Tie the cord to the candles. This represents the bond between the 2 candles.
* Light the candles and speak your intention out loud. It could be as simple as :
“I release ______.
I reclaim my ______.
Please bring _____ to me”
* While the candles burn, meditate on what you seek.
* Allow the candles to burn until the cord has been lit and burned through.
* Once burned through, dispose of any remaining cord/candle/wax away from your home
Here are a couple of things I personally do for this ritual:
- Unless this is specifically aimed at one person, I do not carve names. Instead, use symbols/sigils/bindrunes to link into what you are working towards.
- Always cleanse your space before you start. This can be as simple as salt, water, or sage. It is up to you.
- Only use the supplies for this once. Do not reuse any leftover cord or candle.
- Anoint the candles. Water, oils, and herbs are useful for this.
As always, these steps are optional. Spell work is very much about Intention. If something works for you, keep it. If it doesn’t, get rid of it.