Hmmm...
Preference ?
No...
Applicability factor , as far as what is needed in the moment ?
Well , yes...
Does that mean in the moment , one shall always be "charged" , thus
able to achieve a more potent result than with planned ritual ?
Absolutely not...
What about factors such as moon phases , geomantic forces dependent on location ,
random interference from the immediate environment , mental clarity , emotional
states...just a few considerations to take into account in answering that question...
Have I achieved results in both situations , I considered potent , and accomplished the desired intent ?
Absolutely...
Have there been situations , where I have been placed , or have placed myself , in danger ,
or any situation , which set my survival instinct and thus subconscious in motion , and response ?
Again , absolutely...
Is the survival center , and R - Complex of the brain , linked to psychic powers intimately ?
Yes , yet so is the Neocortex , which would be more aligned with visualization , and planned
ritual , in league with the frontal lobes...
Can ritual done daily , sometimes seem a chore than pleasure ?
Yes , however , once it becomes automatic , due to "practicing" the Craft , and Magical art ,
the Adept does not even notice it...it just is the entrained consciousness set in motion...
I myself , after 40 years of Art and Craft , have seen both situations have their successes ,
and learning curves , or "failures" , as well varying energy states involved...
However...I ***never*** get bored...
That comes from a lack of seeing opportunity in the moment, which can be utilized to further
one's growth , development , and interaction with the universe in spacetime , and beyond...
Besides...I work with my Traditions code system , continually...more fun than a barrel of monkeys !
Hope I answered your question , Anastasiya !