Energy manipulation is vital in magic for healing, protection, and purification. It involves feeling and harmonizing with vibrations from all things. Practice, such as with energy balls, develops this intangible yet powerful skill.
The author, having returned, discusses the importance of invoking the five elements—Air, Fire, Water, Earth, Spirit—in ritual practices, noting their different meanings, colors, and zodiac connections, while emphasizing personal elemental affinity over astrological stereotypes.
TikTok introduced me to veiling, a protective witchcraft practice involving imbuing a head covering with intention to shield energy and specifically the crown chakra, beneficial for empaths.
This week’s share is the “14 Goals of a Witch” from Scott Cunningham’s “Wicca for the Solitary Practitioner,” which the author finds broadly beneficial.
The Wheel of the Year is a Pagan cycle of eight seasonal festivals, celebrating phases of the sun, and interlaced with Wiccan deities’ mythic cycles, marked by solstices, equinoxes, and sabbats.
An initiation in Paganism, especially Wiccan covens, signifies admitting someone into a group with a ritual, indicating both physical and spiritual change. In historical Gardnerian Wicca, initiation was required, tracing lineage to founder Gerald Gardner. The traditional wait time before initiation is a year and a day, a period also reflected in legal terms. Opinions vary on the necessity of initiation; some deem it essential, others accept self-initiation, while some dismiss its importance altogether, advocating for personal dedication rituals as a form of constant learning and self-assessment.
No coven is needed to be a witch; it’s a personal choice. Covens are simply like-minded groups, often of witches, that work together in their practice, potentially strengthening their magic. However, solitary witchcraft is equally valid, allowing practitioners to work independently and at their own pace, possibly fostering a stronger personal connection to their craft and deities. Ultimately, whether to join a coven or practice alone is an individual decision, with neither option diminishing one’s authenticity as a witch.
The author explores their relationship with Norse deities and Heathenism, discussing its virtues and practices. Despite finding value in Heathenry, they identify more as a polytheist witch due to differing beliefs.
The author explores several Wicca branches, noting their similarities and subtle differences. Gardnerian Wicca emphasizes the goddess and secrecy, while Alexandrian balances deities and ceremonial magic. Seax Wicca is public and modifiable, aligning with Germanic deities. Dianic Wicca focuses on feminine energies, and Eclectic Wicca blends various traditions, allowing individualized practice. This overview serves as an introductory guide to Wiccan paths.
A Pagan is someone who practices a religion outside the main world’s religions, often nature-based or polytheistic. Originating from early Christian derogatory labels, modern Paganism is diverse, without strict doctrines, allowing personal interpretations of faith, rituals, and magic. Reasons for being Pagan vary, including personal empowerment, tradition, or seeking a hands-on belief system.
This is my obligatory “coming of witch” story. I want to share with you why I became Pagan. This way,...
The author reflects on their journey to Paganism, beginning with a Christian upbringing in Ohio, influenced by community experiences and literature. They emphasize personal growth, acceptance, and the significance of documenting their path.
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