In my studies of Nature’s Time – the cycles, energies, and flow of nature – I noticed a very distinct macro cycle of the Moon called the Phoenix Moon. It is a cumulative cycle of 3 years, or 36 Moons and one Phoenix Moon which represents the ending and a new beginning. I have been working in this cycle, starting on an unconscious level, to a purposeful one for a long time. This year marked the 3rd year of this... Read more
After every Death Emissary class we spend time in post discussion, a time for them to ask questions, to go deeper into the material, as well as, sharing their own experiences and perspectives. Yesterday’s class was about the Staff and Hood, two tools in Spirit work but also used for self development of skills such as psychic senses. We were talking about the Stitch magic aspect that can be applied to the Hood and felt it was a good topic... Read more
Shadow work is so much more than just healing wounds, it is a journey of self discovery and empowerment. I have had a difference of opinion when it comes to shadow work as I often see it presented in the mainstream. The focus is usually on wounds being carried, opening them up, and then healing them. Yes, this is part of the process but from my perspective it is a much smaller portion of the whole process and reason to... Read more
From around September through December, Ancestors and spirits are always more heavily present. This year though, has been a whole other experience for many Death workers I know, myself included. They have been present in mass and in a much heavier physical context. Many of us have been chatting and speculating on the change but I think the answer is much more clear now, at least for me – “We have been here before.” This week has rocked a lot... Read more
This is a conversation that has been running in my head for a few weeks now. It started with a question “What is the difference between a Sorcerer and a Witch?” Often used interchangeably in our current society and communities, yet there was something that caught my attention and would not let go. Language matters, words matter, and I was getting the message, that even though people now do not see this as more than choosing a word they prefer... Read more
Different traditions have different names for this type of magic, but I call them Poppets. Historically used for a variety of magical purposes, including healing, prosperity work, and energetic connection just to name a few. The most common image though, especially from those who are outside the magical community, is the one Hollywood has weaved – where poppets are used for cursing or causing harm to another. Yes, they can be used in that way, but it is a very... Read more
When I look around in various witchy social media spaces, especially visual format ones, I tend to see more younger people – teens to probably mid 30’s. They seem to be dominate, and gives the impression that the community on the whole, especially newcomers to the path, are young. My experience though tells me differently. What I am seeing over the last few years is a high influx of older women 40-60 years old entering into witchcraft. The analytics models... Read more
The past week or so has been really rough for several reasons but something deep down has shifted. As I sat down at my altar this morning, lit another candle for the spell my coven weaved last night, a song started to play in my mind – Bring on the Wonder. The Dead are speaking and we need to listen. There are things that need to be said, and things that need to be felt. The Past Week This time... Read more
Ancestors have stepped forward in a big way. So this morning when I cozied down in front of my altar to listen, it was no surprise that it was Sarilda that showed up. Out of all my Blood Ancestors, Sarilda has always been the most involved, especially in magical and ritual work. She is also my wild card – fearless, strong willed, and very independent. As I have been working on some different ritual magic in Crane tradition I expected... Read more
Over the past week I have been cleaning and resetting my altar spaces. It started from a place of seasonal change in general, but the more I moved, the more I realized a problem. I had become so focused on the work with my Deities, that I hadn’t been talking as much with my ancestors. I have also been struggling with something in my life, something with which my Deities have been little help with. Not because They won’t, but... Read more
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