I’ve only made a few sour jars because, honestly, most of the time, I just remove myself from a situation, and poof—it’s no longer toxic for me. But let’s be real: sometimes, people are relentless, and I am totally on board with sending bad vibes right back to someone who has made my life hell. I don’t believe in karma, but I do believe that hating someone is perfectly valid.
Before You Make a Sour Jar...
This isn’t your average “toss some things into a jar” spell. This is I really dislike you and want your life to suck magic. But before you get started, here are a few things to consider (because we all have morals, right?):
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Can you just remove yourself from the situation? Sometimes, the best revenge is living well—aka, getting a new job, a new roommate, or just cutting them off completely. Problem solved.
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Is there an underlying reason for their behavior? Maybe they had a traumatic childhood (not an excuse, but worth thinking about). A little compassion can go a long way—but, of course, only if you care enough to extend it.
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Do you even care? I’ve had moments where I was all fired up and ready to hex, but after a deep breath, I realized I didn’t actually give a damn. If that’s the case, maybe just move on.
If you’ve done some self-reflection and still feel like the best course of action is to stick someone in a sour jar—then, by all means, go for it. No, nothing bad is going to happen to you. There’s no threefold law here (that’s a Wiccan thing). Think of it this way: people send bad energy all the time—by gossiping, being jealous, being petty. Some witches just take that energy and focus it.
What You’ll Need:
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A jar
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Vinegar
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Lemons
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Cayenne pepper (or any hot pepper)
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Dead bugs (optional, but flies really set the vibe)
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Urine (also optional—if you’re not feeling this, skip it)
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A candle (I like red, white, or black, but pick what feels right)
How to Make It:
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Cleanse the jar.
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Add each ingredient one at a time, really focusing on your anger and intent.
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Seal the jar.
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Light the candle and use the wax drippings to seal the lid completely. Cover as much as possible.
What to Do With the Jar:
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You can keep it somewhere safe, but don’t mess with it—it’s a baneful spell.
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You can bury it or throw it away—whatever feels right.
Aftercare:
After channeling that much hatred, I always like to do a little cleanse. Nothing major—just a bath or shower to wash off the ick and reset my energy. It’s not required, but it’s a nice way to wrap things up.
And there you have it—your very own sour jar spell. Happy hexing (or at least, petty vibing).