u/Lanabellana — reddlx

I'm rewatching (having watched through all seasons once). Can anyone help me understand the difference? Is it whether there's an intention to punish? It seems like the results can be good or bad for either one.

Spells:

>!Tara's memories are wiped against her will.!<
>!Spike and Buffy are in love.!<
>!Xander is a demon magnet.!<
>!Every girl in town is attracted to Xander.!<

Curses:

>!Angel has morals and stops torturing people.!<
>!A guy turns into a troll.!<
>!People can't leave the house.!<