I love magical fiction, but there is one near-universal theme in it that I absolutely despise – the idea that magic is hereditary. Magic is about creating change in accordance with will, which is the birthright of all people, not just a few. Read more
Our mainstream society forces us to make bargains that are unfair and often exploitative. Do what you have to do to get by, but never forget who you are and what’s really important to you. Never sell them your soul. Read more
For those of us who practice an oracular religion the messages we receive from our Gods are of tremendous importance. Some of them come through ourselves, but others come through other people. How much authority should we give messages that come through other humans? Read more
The Christian missionary killed on North Sentinel Island claimed to love its people. But he loved them in the way an abusive parent claims to love their children: “just do what I say and everything will be alright.” But the Sentinelese are not children. And neither are the religious minorities who live next door to Evangelical Christians around this country. Read more
A reader complained that my post on the benefits of living in a magical universe was too one-sided and that I ignored the downsides. That’s a fair criticism, so I’d like to explore it in more depth. Are there downsides to living in a magical universe? Read more
You can’t control other people’s expectations for your leadership. But you can control how you lead. Here are 13 questions to help you become an effective Pagan leader. Read more
There are more than a few people who feel like they’re Sabrina at the edge of the forest clearing. There’s something that calls to them, but they’re afraid to say yes. They’re afraid to sign the book. Read more
This is the story of what happened when a bipolar Pagan described their spiritual experiences to a Christian mental health professional. It’s followed by commentary and advice from two licensed counselors, one Pagan and the other UU. Read more
Wolfenoot is a new holiday on November 23 that celebrates wolves, dogs, and people who are kind to dogs. It’s not a Pagan thing, but it’s sure to be popular with many Pagans and other folks who love Nature. Read more
Movies of the 1960s told people “the devil’s in your kids and we need traditional institutions to get him out.” Today’s TV shows tell us the devil is running these institutions and we must face him on our own, with the help of our family and friends. Read more
Ad-Free & Subscriber Log-In