Anonymous asked this question on 2/23/2000:

We're told to ask permission from a tree or plant before, say, taking a branch from it for a tool or a spell. I understand that, but...how do you know if you've been *given* permission? Or if permission is denied?

skyclad gave this response on 2/23/2000:

take a moment to meditate on the general atmosphere surrounding you. does it feel positive and accepting or negative and forboding? if you get no particular feeling, state what you are about to do and proceed slowly. if the task is easy, you have permission, if it seems difficult you are being warned not to proceed!

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