
An Authentic Voodoo Guide to Bring Back Lost Love Spells
Does your heart ache with a silence that was once filled with laughter? Do you find yourself reaching for a hand that is no longer there, grieving not just a person, but a future that has vanished like smoke? This unique pain, the hollow echo of a lost connection, is one of the heaviest burdens a soul can carry. You are not just missing someone; you are mourning the loss of shared memories, private jokes, and the comforting rhythm of a life lived together. In this quiet devastation, it is easy to feel powerless, like a ship lost in a starless sea.
My name is Baba Ali, and for many years, I have served as an oungan—a priest in the Voodoo tradition. I have sat with many souls, just like yours, who felt their world had ended with a goodbye. They came to me seeking a miracle, but what they found was something far more profound: a way to reclaim their power and ask the spirits for a path back to the love they lost. This is not about manipulation or dark magic. It is about healing, understanding, and working with the powerful currents of energy that bind us all. If you are seeking to mend what is broken, this guide to authentic bring back lost love spells will show you the way. You will learn not just how to perform a ritual, but why it works, and how to approach this sacred work with the respect and clear intention it deserves.
Understanding the Currents of Voodoo: More Than Just Spells
Before we can ask the spirits to help us mend a broken heart, we must first understand the world they inhabit and the tradition that honors them. Many people in the United States have seen Voodoo misrepresented in films and stories, filled with shadows and fear. But the truth of our practice is one of light, nature, and profound connection.
The Roots of Our Practice: A Bridge Between Worlds
Voodoo, or Vodou as it is known in Haiti, is a spiritual tradition with deep, ancient roots in West Africa, among peoples like the Fon and Yoruba. It was carried to the Americas—to places like Haiti and New Orleans—in the hearts of enslaved Africans. Here, in a new world, it blended with the traditions they encountered, including Catholicism, creating a unique and resilient faith.
At its core, Voodoo is built on a fundamental principle: everything is spirit. The physical world we see and the spiritual world we feel are not separate; they are deeply intertwined. We humans are spirits living in a visible world, but we are surrounded by an unseen world populated by our ancestors and the powerful spirits known as the lwa. Our rituals, our songs, and our spells are all ways of communicating across this bridge, seeking guidance, healing, and balance in our lives.
The Role of the Lwa (The Spirits)
In Voodoo, we do not pray to a single, distant God who interferes in our daily lives. We believe the Creator is a distant force. Instead, we work with the lwa (sometimes referred to as orishas), which are the powerful spirits that govern various aspects of nature and human life. Think of them not as gods to be commanded, but as elder spirits or angels who can be petitioned for help.
When we work on matters of the heart, we often call upon spirits like Erzulie Freda, the lwa of love, beauty, passion, and romance. She understands the desires of the human heart better than any other. But before we can speak to any of the lwa, we must first honor Papa Legba. He is the gatekeeper who stands at the crossroads between our world and the spirit world. Without his permission, no communication can happen. Every respectful ritual begins by asking him to open the door for us.
A Word on Free Will and Rightful Action
Now, let us speak plainly about a common fear. Many people worry that love spells are a form of mind control that infringes upon a person’s free will. In my experience, this is the greatest misunderstanding of our work. Authentic Voodoo lost love spells are not about forcing someone to love you against their will. That would create a hollow, empty connection—a puppet, not a partner.
Instead, our work is like that of a spiritual gardener. We cannot make a flower grow where no seed exists. However, if a seed of love, a genuine connection, already exists—even if it is buried under layers of hurt, misunderstanding, or distance—we can help it grow again. A reconciliation spell works to:
- Clear away negative energy and blockages that are keeping two people apart.
- Heal emotional wounds and promote forgiveness.
- Amplify the existing feelings of love and remind your lost partner of the bond you shared.
We are opening a door, not putting someone in a cage. The goal is to create an opportunity for a natural, heartfelt reunion. This is work done with respect, for the highest good of all involved.
Preparing Your Spirit and Space: The Foundation of Powerful Work
Before you gather a single herb or light a single candle, the most important work must be done within yourself. The power of any spell comes not from the objects you use, but from the energy and intention you pour into them. A scattered mind and a desperate heart will only yield scattered and desperate results.
The Most Important Ingredient: Your Intention
Throughout my years of experience, I have observed that the most common mistake people make when trying to rekindle a lost love is fixating on the pain of their absence. This creates an energy that is a chaotic mix of desperation, sadness, and fear. Unfortunately, this type of energy repels rather than attracts.
Before you begin, you must shift your focus. Do not concentrate on what you have lost; concentrate on what you wish to create. Your intention must be crystal clear, positive, and pure. Take some time to meditate or write in a journal. Ask yourself:
- What did I love most about our relationship?
- What beautiful future do I envision for us?
- Am I ready to forgive and be forgiven?
- Am I seeking to control, or to heal?
Your intention should be a statement of positive creation, such as: “I open the way for healing and reconciliation with [Partner’s Name]. May our hearts remember the love we shared, and may we find our way back to each other in harmony and joy.” This clarity is the fuel for your spell.
Creating a Sacred Altar Space
You do not need an elaborate temple to do this work. A small, clean, and quiet space is all the spirits ask for. This will be your altar, a temporary focal point for your energy.
Choose a small table, a shelf, or even a clean corner of the floor. Cover it with a clean white or pink cloth. On this altar, place a few simple items:
- A white candle to represent spiritual clarity and protection.
- A glass of fresh, clean water is an offering to the spirits and represents the flow of emotion.
- An incense stick, such as sandalwood or frankincense, to cleanse the space and carry your prayers upward.
- A representation of your lost love, which we will discuss later.
Before you begin your ritual, light the incense and allow the smoke to drift over your space, your tools, and yourself. Ask for the space to be cleansed of all negativity, so that you may do your work with a clear heart.
A Beginner’s Ritual: The Sweetening Jar to Mend a Broken Connection
One of the most gentle yet powerful bring back lost love spells in our tradition is the sweetening jar, often called a honey jar. It is perfect for beginners because its magic is intuitive and its purpose is purely positive: to sweeten someone’s feelings and disposition toward you.
Why We Use a Sweetening Jar
This ritual is based on the principle of sympathetic magic, wherein the ingredients have symbolic qualities that impact the outcome. By immersing your intention—and a representation of your lost love—in something overwhelmingly sweet, such as honey or sugar, you are encouraging their heart and mind to fill with sweet thoughts of you. The stickiness of the honey also serves to bind you two together, preserving the love that still exists between you.
Gathering Your Components
For this ritual, you will need a few key items. Each one has a specific role to play in carrying your intention to the spirits.
| Ingredient | Voodoo Symbolism & Purpose |
| A small glass jar with a lid | This will be the vessel for your spell, containing and concentrating your energy. |
| Honey or Sugar | The primary agent of sweetening. Honey is traditional for its preservative and binding qualities. |
| Petition Paper | A small piece of paper (brown paper from a grocery bag is best) where you will write your intention. |
| A photograph of your love | If you have one, this is a powerful link to their energy. A photo of you both together is even better. |
| Herbs for Love | Specific herbs add their own energy to the spell. See the table below for suggestions. |
The Language of Love Herbs
| Herb | Spiritual Purpose in a Love Spell |
| Rose Petals | The ultimate flower of love, used to invoke deep passion, romance, and emotional healing. It is sacred to Erzulie Freda. |
| Lavender | This herb soothes anger and promotes peace. It is essential for reconciliation spells as it helps heal arguments and misunderstandings. |
| Cinnamon | A fiery spice that adds passion and, importantly, speeds up the manifestation of your spell. It also offers protection for your renewed bond. |
| Rosemary | Helps to ensure your loved one remembers the good times you shared and keeps you on their mind. |
Step-by-Step Instructions for Your Lost Love Spell
With your altar prepared and your intention clear, you are ready to begin. Perform this ritual on a Friday if possible, as this is the day associated with Venus and the energies of love.
- Prepare the Petition: Take your piece of brown paper. Write the full name of your lost love on it three times. Then, turn the paper 90 degrees and write your own full name across theirs three times, so the names form a cross. This binds you together. On the same paper, write your simple, positive intention (e.g., “May [Partner’s Name] think of me sweetly and return to me with an open heart.”). If you are using a photograph, you can write this directly on the back.
- Fold the Petition: Fold the paper toward you, symbolizing drawing their love to you. Turn it and fold it toward you again. Do this three times. As you fold, visualize them coming back into your life, smiling and happy.
- Layer the Jar: Place the folded petition or photograph into the bottom of the empty jar. Now, begin to add your ingredients. Start with a layer of herbs, speaking their purpose as you add them. “Rose petals, for our passion to return. Lavender, for peace between us.”
- Add the Honey: As you pour the honey or sugar into the jar, do it slowly. Visualize all the bitterness, anger, and distance between you dissolving into this overwhelming sweetness. See the honey covering all the hurt. Speak your intention aloud as you pour. Fill the jar almost to the top.
- Seal the Jar: Close the lid tightly. Hold the jar in both hands and bring it to your heart. Feel the warmth of your own love and pour that energy into the jar. Speak directly to the spirits and to your loved one’s soul. Tell them what is in your heart.
- Activate with Fire: Place the sealed jar on your altar. Place a pink or red candle on top of the lid. Light the candle and let it burn for at least 15-20 minutes while you meditate on your desired outcome. (Never leave a burning candle unattended). For a stronger effect, you can let the candle burn down completely, allowing its wax to seal the jar.
- Work the Spell: For the next seven days, return to your altar. Pick up the jar, shake it gently to “wake up” the ingredients, and speak your intention to it. Light a candle on top of it for a few minutes each day. After seven days, you can store the jar in a safe, private place.
Advanced Work: Using Photographs and Candles to Strengthen the Call
As you become more comfortable with this work, you can incorporate other elements to make your call to a lost love even stronger. Photographs and candles are two of the most potent tools in a practitioner’s hands.
The Power of the Image
A photograph is more than just paper and ink; it holds a direct energetic link to the person it depicts. It is a piece of their spirit, a moment of their life captured in time. When we use a photograph in a spell, we are not targeting the image itself, but using it as a direct line to the person’s soul, allowing our loving intentions to find them more easily. This is why using a photo where they are smiling and happy is always best—we want to connect with their highest, most joyful self.
A Simple Candle Ritual to Bring Them to Mind
This ritual is designed to place your image and loving thoughts directly into the mind of your lost love. It is best performed in the evening, when the world is quiet and their mind is more receptive.
You will need:
- A photograph of your ex.
- A picture of yourself.
- A single pink candle (for romance and affection) or a red candle (for passion and lust).
- A fireproof dish.
The Ritual:
- Set up your altar as before. Place the pink or red candle in a holder in the center.
- Place the photograph of your ex on one side of the candle and your photograph on the other, both facing the candle.
- Light the candle. As the flame grows, visualize it as a beacon of your love, shining brightly in the darkness.
- Gaze at the flame and begin to speak to your loved one. Say their name. Remind them of a happy memory you shared. Tell them you miss them and that your heart is open to them.
- Now, slowly begin to move the two photographs closer to the candle, a little bit at a time. As you do, chant softly: “As these images draw near the flame, my love, you will speak my name. As this light between you shines, your heart will remember it is mine.”
- Continue this until the two photographs are touching, leaning against each other in front of the candle.
- Allow the candle to burn for at least 15 minutes as you hold this vision of reunion in your mind.
- When you are finished, extinguish the candle. Bind the two photos together face-to-face with a red ribbon or string. Place them under your pillow or keep them on your altar to strengthen the connection.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bring Back Lost Love Spells
It is natural to have questions when you step onto a new spiritual path. Here are answers to some of the most common concerns I hear from those with aching hearts.
How long does it take for a lost love spell to work?
This is the most asked question, and the answer is always the same: it varies. Magic works in its own time, not ours. The results of a spell depend on the complexity of your situation, the amount of negativity that needs to be cleared, and the willingness of both souls to reunite. Some may see a sign—an unexpected text, a dream—within days. For others, it may take weeks or even a full moon cycle. Patience and faith are essential. Rushing the process or becoming anxious can block the energy you have sent out.
Can I perform a love spell by myself at home?
Yes, simple and positive rituals like the sweetening jar are designed to be performed by individuals with a sincere heart. The power comes from your intention. However, for complicated situations, seeking the help of an experienced practitioner can be beneficial. A priest or priestess is not emotionally invested in the outcome and can perform the ritual from a place of neutral power, which can sometimes create a stronger, clearer flow of energy.
What are the signs a love spell is working?
Magic often unfolds in natural, subtle ways. Do not expect your ex to show up at your door with a dozen roses the next day (though it can happen!). Instead, look for small, positive signs:
- They unexpectedly contact you, even with a simple “hello.”
- You hear their name or a song that reminds you of them in unexpected places.
- You have vivid, peaceful dreams of them.
- You feel a sudden sense of calm and hope about the situation.
These are whispers from the universe that your message has been received and events are beginning to shift in your favor.
Is it safe to use Voodoo to bring back an ex?
When practiced correctly, with respect and a positive heart, Voodoo is perfectly safe. Our tradition is about healing and creating harmony, not causing harm. A true bring back lost love spell is a ritual of healing for both of you. It is about asking the spirits to help mend a sacred bond. We work with positive energy to create positive outcomes. The only danger lies in working with a desperate or vengeful heart, as the energy you send out will always find its way back to you.
Your Journey Forward: Nurturing the Rekindled Flame
You have now learned the foundational principles and practices for asking the spirits to help you bring back a lost love. Remember that this work is a sacred partnership. You are not just casting a spell; you are opening a conversation with the spiritual forces that shape our world. Approach this work with humility, a clear intention, and a heart full of love, not fear.
The path to reconciliation is a journey. The spells are the first step—they clear the path and open the door. It is up to you to walk through it with wisdom, compassion, and a willingness to build a new, stronger connection. The spirits can bring you a second chance, but it is your love and commitment that will make it last.
Your heart knows the path back to love. If you are ready to walk it with guidance and respect for the ancient spirits, the door is open. Book a private consultation with me, Baba Ali, to discuss your unique situation and create a personalized ritual. Let us ask the spirits to light your way home.









