I was in the process of completing the ritual of dedicating your soul. Long story, but I was forced to cut it short. I signed my name and let the paper burn but the whole thing did not, only maybe half of it. Is the ritual still complete or do I need to do it again? Can anyone help me out here?

In terms of the invitation and casting out past beliefs, I've read of many other rituals, some saying you require things such as altars and whatnot. Are things like these important? Can anyone recommend the "correct" way of doing this, if there is one?