The first of the month has become a time for setting intentions and inviting positivity into our lives. It’s all about new beginnings, and what better way to bring in abundance and prosperity than using the power of cinnamon?

This article shares a simple cinnamon ritual first of the month  ritual that has been making its rounds on TikTok and other social media platforms, and it’s more than just a trend—it’s an old practice that many believe can help manifest abundance.

It involves simply taking a tablespoon or so of cinnamon powder, stepping outside your front door while leaving it open, and blowing the cinnamon into your home through the doorway. It’s a great way to purify the space and welcome in positive energy, and it’s very easy to do.

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Before you perform the cinnamon ritual, it’s important to set an intention—anything you want to strive for or achieve in the upcoming months will do. It’s important to say it out loud, too, because words have a vibration that is sent out into the universe. Whether it’s something specific, like getting a promotion at work, or just to be more financially successful, saying it out loud and believing it can happen will increase your chances of success.