Honoring someone who died • Marking a life transition

Candle of Intention

Light a candle with a short spoken intention to mark a transition or invite a quality.

15 min grievinghonoringhopeful

Candle of Intention

What It Is

A mindful lighting ritual rooted in remembrance and clarity.

Why It Helps

Fire focuses attention and gives your brain a concrete symbol for release or invitation.

What You Need

Any safe light source and a phrase that captures what you are honoring.

How to Do It

Ground your feet, take three breaths, speak your intention aloud, and light the candle. Sit with the flame for a few minutes.

This Is Not Worship

It is a psychological anchor, similar to lighting a candle in a church or at a vigil.

Variations

Invite a loved one to join over video or write your intention on paper before lighting.

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