First lets discuss what a ritual is so we know what we are talking about. In simple terms a ritual is a carefully outlined program of mental and physical activities designed to accomplish a goal.
Seven steps of a ritual:
- Establish the area
- Consecrate and purify all within the area
- Crystalize the vision of the goal
- Raise the energy needed for the goal
- Focus, direct, and release the energy
- Get rid of any excess or stray energies
- Close down and return the area to normal
Any event that follows this formula is a ritual, no matter what the intent. Almost every wiccan spell or ritual follows this formula to accomplish goals.
