Recently, I learned about a witchcraft book that had a spell to quit smoking. All you have to do is eat a grapefruit. I don’t consider that a spell because it’s missing an integral component of spells: words. Spells, magical practices, and rituals are often used synonymously, but they’re far from the same thing. This article explains the differences and similarities. Read more
Enhance your bath with the magic of witchcraft! Magical baths can heal, cleanse, or recharge all aspects of yourself. Try an absorbing bath to charge yourself with energy, or try a releasing bath to let go of energy. Baths don't cost much, and the benefits are enormous. Read more
Witches and pagans can gain so many skills by practicing meditation, including discernment, clear-thinking, visualization, and self-awareness. It's a foundational ability in my opinion. A lot of pagans and witches don't think they need meditation because it's not related to their spiritual work, but ironically, these are usually ones who need it the most. Read more
We’re getting an extra dose of Virgo at this time, with the Sun, Moon, Mercury, Mars, and Venus all having an idealistic work party! It's the perfect time to renew your energy and re-orient yourself toward your goals. Read more
It’s easy to think of the world as a purely physical place because that's the way we live the majority of our lives. But have one astral projection, and you’ll see the world completely differently. Read more
Many librarians have told me that witchy and occult books get stolen the most at public libraries. This article explores who is stealing them, and why, as well as some possible solutions. Read more
This New Moon in Leo will give us permission to let go of our murky emotions and shine like a fabulous Leo in a field of sunflowers. Venus will conjunct with the sun and moon, making this day feel more beautiful than ever. As if that wasn't enough, Mercury will go direct on the same day, and we'll finally feel like we're moving forward. Read more
My home altar is a repository of love. It evokes so much peace and happiness within me whenever I pass by it. This article reveals how to create and use a home altar, including what items go on it, where to put it, and how to consecrate it. Read more
A lot of people say we shouldn’t do any magical workings on an eclipse, but I’ve had such great success with them. Even though the energy can be a little chaotic at times, I've found ways of navigating around it to harness the intense power of an eclipse to my will. Read more about my methods here. Read more
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The Big Pagan Umbrella Covers Witchcraft Too, Whether You Like It Or Not
I see a lot of comments on the facebook page that ask, "what does this witchcraft post have to do with paganism?" By definition, witchcraft is one of the many forms of non-JudeoChristian beliefs under the big pagan umbrella. Witchcraft is a form of paganism, whether you like it or not. Read more