The Big Book of Practical Spells: Everyday Magic That Works - Judika Illes 2016

Animal Allies
Enchantment to Heal Body and Soul
Spells

Once upon a time in the West, no physician was worth his salt unless he also had a background in astrology. The line between psychic and physical healing is very thin; in some cultures it's nonexistent. Instead, it's believed that healing takes place on the physical, psychic and emotional planes simultaneously in order to be truly effective. Here are a few magical tips to enhance and comfort body and soul.

If you have a health disorder, you might want to research which plants are most associated with your illness and grow them to cultivate an alliance.

Animal Allies

Bear and Snake are the animals associated with healing and rejuvenation. Bear is particularly associated with herbal medicine; they are root diggers and some traditions believe that it was Bear who first revealed the medicinal secrets of roots and botanicals to human beings. Bears and snakes both burrow in Earth and are believed to be privy to the Earth Mother's most elusive wisdom. Because snakes shed their skin, appearing constantly rejuvenated and regenerated, they have long been associated with healing traditions.