My Go-to Spells for Finding Lost Objects

Find What’s Missing: Two Powerful Rituals to Help You Locate Lost Items

When something important goes missing—your keys, your ring, your Kindle—it’s amazing how quickly panic sets in. Before you spiral, take a breath and try a little magic. A simple ritual to find a lost item can shift your energy, calm your mind, and help you tune in to where the missing object actually is.

Below are two of my most effective methods. The first is perfect when something has been left behind outside your home or you suspect it’s far from your immediate environment. The second is ideal for misplaced items that are definitelysomewhere nearby, even if you can’t imagine where. (If you’re unsure, start with Spell #2. If nothing surfaces, move on to Spell #1.)

Lost Object Spell #1 — A Spell to Find a Lost Item

Before sharing my personal go-to ritual, I want to highlight this wonderful Spell to Find a Lost Item by my friend Ellen Dugan. This spell is especially helpful when you’ve left something in a public place, on transportation, or anywhere you suspect retrieval is unlikely.

Years ago, during an author event, I suddenly realized I’d left my Kindle on the plane. Ellen suggested this spell, so I followed her advice. Not only did the airline find it, but they mailed it back to me at no charge—despite normally billing for shipping. It felt like a small miracle and made me a believer. If you think your lost item might be out in the world, this spell is the perfect first step.

Lost Object Spell #2 — The Little Man Ritual (Visualization to Find Lost Objects)

When you’ve misplaced something you’re certain is nearby—somewhere in the house, the car, your workspace—this is the ritual I use most often. It’s less a spell and more a guided visualization that taps into the part of your mind that already knows where everything is. This method comes from my book Holistic Energy Magic, and it has helped me recover countless missing items over the years.

In this exercise, you’ll give form and personality to the inner wisdom that stores all your memories, even the ones you don’t consciously remember. For some people this being looks like a librarian or a fairy; for others it’s a computer, a glowing orb, or a serene person meditating. Mine happens to be a little man—so that’s what I call him—but yours may appear entirely different.

How I Use the Little Man Ritual

When something goes missing—say, my keys—I stop, close my eyes, and take a few calming breaths. Then I imagine myself riding an old-fashioned elevator up to the very top floor of a skyscraper. When the doors open, I step into a wind-whipped rooftop with a clear view over New York City.

Suspended in the air between two buildings floats my little man, dressed like a monk and deep in meditation. I ask, “Little man, where are my keys?” He never speaks, but I know the message has been received. I thank him, sometimes offering flowers or incense in my mind’s eye, then step back into the elevator and return to my day.

What happens next is almost always the same: I release the panic, stay open, and within minutes the missing object turns up—often in a place I never would’ve thought to look.

**How to Find Your Little Man (or Whatever Appears)**

Sit comfortably, close your eyes, and breathe.
Set the intention to meet the part of your mind that remembers everything.
Allow the scene to form naturally—notice where you go and who or what appears.
Ask your question clearly: “Where is my ______?”
Know in your heart that your little man has heard and is now diligently processing your request. Thank your little man, perhaps giving him an offering of gratitude, and then go on your way.
Resume your day, looking only if you feel called—and without anxiety.

If the missing item is in your immediate environment, you’ll almost always come across it within minutes to an hour.

Did it Work for You?

Did one of these rituals help you find your lost item? I’d love to hear about where it turned up—your bedroom, the car, under a couch cushion, or in some completely unexpected place. Share your story in the comments!