From the book "Animal Magick" by D.J. Conway
Supplies: picture of a dragonfly if possible; white or silver candle; mimosa stick incense of mugwort, bay laurel, and hyacinth oil (one drop) to burn on charcoal. Optional stones: auqamarine, beryl, quartz crystal, mother-of- pearl.
Sit in a comfortable chair before your altar or a small table. Light the candle and incense. Set your stone or stones next to the candle. If you have a special stone, hold it in your power hand. Look intently at the picture of the dragonfly. If you can't find a picture of a dragonfly on which to focus, try to imagine one.
Dragonflies are beautiful creatures of vivid colors. Imagine your dragonfly coming to land on your hand. See its huge faceted eyes gazing into yours.
Chant: A key to my dreams, an eye for
the truth,
An ear open to spirit for messages bold,
Will break down illusions and transform my life,
So I make myself in a positive mold.
Now explain to the dragonfly in your own words about your need for help in interpreting your dreams. If you've had difficulty recalling dreams, ask that you remember them. If you've had a series of actions or symbols repeated in dreams, ask the dragonfly to sweep away the illusions of your subconscious mind and present you with an explanation and the truth. If you are looking for answers to a particular situation or problem, tell your spirit creature to send dreams that will help you.
Continue your conversation with the
dragonfly as long as you feel a need. Then thank it for
its help. Extinguish the candle, saving it for a similar
ritual at a later time. Put your special stone, or one of
the stones you used, under your pillow when you go to
bed. First thing the next morning, write down all the
details of your dreams in your journal.