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ok so, from a witch perspective, PSLs are not inherently potions because of their ingredients. they can, however, be made as potions. by making them with intention. you also stir clockwise when mixing ingredients in attracting certain things and counterclockwise in banishing certain things.
The difference between baneful and beneficial magic is like the difference between teal and turquoise. Lots of people get it wrong, folks often times can't agree on which is which, and they can look the same depending on the lighting.
2024 Witch's Calendar
January
11th: New Moon
25th: Full Moon (Cold Moon)
February
2nd: Imbolc
9th: New Moon
24th: Full Moon (Quickening Moon)
March
10th: New Moon
19th: Ostara / Spring Equinox
25th: Full Moon (Storm Moon) / Lunar Eclipse
April
1st: Mercury Retrograde
8th: New Moon / Solar Eclipse
22nd: Earth Day
23rd: Full Moon (Wind Moon)
25th: Mercury Direct
May
1st: Beltane/May Day
7th: New Moon
23rd: Full Moon (Flower Moon)
June
6th: New Moon
20th: Litha / Summer Solstice
21st: Full Moon (Strong Sun Moon)
July
2nd: New Moon
21st: Full Moon (Blessing Moon)
August
1st: Lammas/Lughnasadh
4th: New Moon
5th: Mercury Retrograde
19th: Full Moon (Corn Moon)
28th: Mercury Direct
September
2nd: New Moon
17th: Full Moon (Harvest Moon) / Lunar Eclipse
22nd: Mabon / Fall Equinox
October
2nd: New Moon / Solar Eclipse
17th: Full Moon (Blood Moon)
31st: Samhain
November
1st: New Moon
15th: Full Moon (Mourning Moon)
25th: Mercury Retrograde
December
1st: New Moon
15th: Full Moon (Long Nights Moon) / Mercury Direct
21st: Yule / Winter Solstice
30th: New Moon
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2024 Witches' Calendar
For all my witches out there, here's a handy list of the 2024 dates for the solstices, quarter days, full and new moons, and special events. I've listed my sources at the bottom.
Dates and times for all events are calculated for Eastern Standard Time, USA, Northern Hemisphere. Adjust for your location as needed and check the DarkSky Placefinder to see what special events will be visible in your area. Enjoy!
Solstices, Harvests, and Quarter Days
February 1-2 - Imbolc / Candlemas
March 19 - Spring Equinox / Ostara
April 30-May 1 - Beltane / May Day
June 20 - Summer Solstice / Midsummer / Litha
August 1 - Lughnasadh / Lammas / Summer Harvest
September 22 - Autumn Equinox / Mabon / Fall Harvest
October 31 - Samhain / Halloween / Final Harvest
December 21 - Winter Solstice / Yule
Full Moons
January 25 - Wolf Moon ♌
February 24 - Snow Moon ♍
March 25 - Worm Moon ♎
April 23 - Pink Moon ♏
May 23 - Flower Moon ♐
June 21 - Strawberry Moon ♑
July 21 - Thunder Moon (aka Buck Moon) ♑
August 19 - Sturgeon Moon* ♒
September 17 - Harvest Moon* ♓
October 17 - Hunter's Moon (aka Blood Moon)* ♈
November 15 - Frost Moon (or Beaver Moon)* ♉
December 15 - Cold Moon ♊
*- Supermoon
Fun Fact: The title of Harvest Moon is given to either the September or October full moon, whichever falls closest to the autumn equinox. Once again this year, that month will be September.
New Moons
January 11 ♑
February 9 ♒
March 10 ♓
April 8 ♈
May 7 ♉
June 6 ♊
July 5 ♋
August 4 ♌
September 2 ♍
October 2 ♎
November 1 ♏
December 1 ♐
December 30 (black moon) ♑
Special Celestial Events
January 3-4 - Quadrantids meteor shower peak
March 25 - Penumbral Lunar Eclipse
April 8 - Total solar eclipse
April 22-23 - Lyrids meteor shower peak
May 6-7 - Eta Aquarids meteor shower peak
August 11-13 - Perseids meteor shower peak
August 19 - Sturgeon Supermoon / Seasonal Blue Moon
September 17 - Harvest Supermoon / Penumbral Lunar Eclipse
October 2 - "Ring of Fire" solar eclipse
October 17 - Hunter's Supermoon
October 21-22 - Orionids meteor shower peak
November 15 - Frost Supermoon
November 16-17 - Leonids meteor shower peak
December 13-14 - Geminids meteor shower peak
December 30 - Black Moon
(Check the DarkSky Placefinder to see what will be visible in your area!)
Mercury Retrogrades (in case you need them)
April 1 - April 24
August 4 - August 27
November 25 - December 15
Happy Witching!
SOURCES & FURTHER READING:
Bree's Lunar Calendar Series
Bree's Secular Celebrations Series
Moon Info - Full Moon Dates for 2024
Calendar-12 - 2024 Moon Phases
Full Moonology - 2024 Full Moon Calendar
AstroStyle - All the 2024 Full Moons
Your Zodiac Sign - Astrology Calendar 2024
Old Farmer's Almanac - Mercury Retrograde Dates 2023-2024
Lonely Planet - Best Star-gazing Events of 2024
Sea and Sky - Astronomy Calendar of Celestial Events 2024
DarkSky International - Dark Sky Placefinder for Stargazing
Pagan Grimoire - Wheel of the Year: The 8 Festivals in the Wiccan Calendar (2024 Edition)
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EDIT: Mercury is stationed direct on Jan 1st, 2024. The source I used which stated it was in retrograde until the 18th had a typo.
EDIT: Fixed the zodiac signs for the full moons using a new source.
How to Make a Pokemon TCG Divination Deck
Recently, for fun, I made a divination deck using Pokemon Trading Card Game (TCG) cards. This has - no joke - been one of the most fun and accurate divination decks I’ve ever used. Here’s my methodology on how to make one for yourself.
This can also work with other TCGs, like Yugioh and Magic the Gathering.
Feel free to reblog with any additions, notes, advice, etc.
Putting it under the cut because it’s long. I wanted to be thorough.
If you have any questions, my ask box is open.
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Food offerings to leave on your altar that won’t immediately rot
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I feel like I’ve not seen a post with a list like this so I wanted to share ideas from my own experience!
I love to offer up food to the Gods. Unfortunately, I cannot burn anything, and I can’t leave most perishable items on my altar because either my cat will get to it or it’ll attract bugs as soon as it starts to spoil.
I’ve come up with some non traditional food offerings to give that I find really successful. I leave new offerings every Noumenia, and none start to rot within that time. Hopefully this list can be helpful to others!
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┃ Prepackaged foods:
When you want to remove these from your altar, I recommend either reverently disposing them, consuming/cooking with them in the honor of a specific deity(s), or leaving them until their expiration date and then disposing of them.
Individually wrapped chocolates squares, pieces of candy, etc.
Bagged fruit snacks
Bottles of olive oil
Jars of jam/jelly/preserves
Tea bags
Sandwich crackers
Packets of fruit/veggies seeds
Canned or bottled drinks
Small bags of chips, crackers, etc.
Granola bars
Canned veggies
Shelf-stable oat milk
Baked cheese bites
Veggie straws
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┃ Loose foods
I like to fill little organza bags and glass jars with these kinds of items, but you can also just put them in an offering bowl loose if pets or kiddos aren’t a concern. You can either bury or reverently dispose of these when you’re ready to remove them from your altar.
Rice
Herbs
Sunflower seeds
Freeze-dried fruits
Nuts/trail mix
Popcorn kernels
Uncooked pasta
Ornamental corn
Oats
Pine nuts
Uncooked quinoa
Lentils
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Even if what you offer seems a little silly or informal, remember that we live in the 21st century, and the Gods appreciate 21st century offerings. Give what you can; and if you can’t give anything, the Gods understand. They love you anyways <3
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There is a FINE tradition of leaving shelf-stable bagged snacks or candy as offerings for electronic equipment to behave and not crash. Why shouldn't we use similar things for pagan offerings? 🥰
(Also, always make sure you're checking for pests and putting things into containers for cleanliness or safety as needed!)
I don’t know which current pagan needs to hear this but your life doesn’t have to revolve around your religion. Every act of self care doesn’t have to be devotional, every meal you make doesn’t have to lose a portion to sacrifice.
You’re allowed to be casually religious, a “Yule Pagan” if you want to steal “Christmas Christian” from the Jesus club. You’re allowed to dedicate a day or two to worship and just stare at the sky or ground and mutter the rest of the week.
Just because the world sees your religion as invalid doesn’t mean you have to go into overdrive and let it consume every aspect of your life.
This beautiful invention dates back to 1840
Fucking ingenious.
You can get these today, they're called "Automatic Candle Snuffers" and work really well if you, say, have ADHD and will forget you lit a taper on an altar.
Beginner Friendly Witchraft Books
With a plethora of information available, it's essential to find the right resources to guide you through your magical path. Here are some books I would recommend to any beginner that offer a solid foundation into various paths and topics.
Witchery by Juliet Diaz
The book is a mix of personal experiences, practical instruction, and spiritual guidance, making it suitable for both beginners and people with more experience in the craft.
The Crooked Path by Kelden
This book has been an invaluable resource in my personal craft. It explores various aspects of traditional witchcraft, which if you're interested in I would definitely recommend.
Psychic Witch by Matt Auryn
This book is for anyone curious about the unseen world and their own untapped potential.
Green Witchcraft by Paige Vanderbeck
This is a guide to practicing green witchery, harnessing the natural world's magic for growth, healing, and living in harmony with nature.
Witchcraft for Beginners by Lisa Chamberlain
A pretty informative guide to witchcraft with brief but thorough descriptions of different paths.
Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs by Scott Cunningham
A classic book on magickal herbs
Sigil Witchery by Laura Tempest Zakroff
A comprehensive guide to sigil magick, focusing on helping you develop your own powerful sigil magick practice.
The Witch's Altar by Jason Mankey and Laura Tempest Zakroff
The witch's altar history, creation, and magical power to elevate rituals and connect with the sacred.
These are just ones I've personally found helpful when I first got into the craft, if you want any recommendations for specific topics feel free to ask :).
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Are you a woman who practices witchcraft? You’re a witch. Are you a man who practices witchcraft? You’re a witch. Are you a trans person who practices witchcraft? You’re a witch. Are you a non-binary person who practices witchcraft? Are you a straight person who practices witchcraft? You’re a witch. Are you an LGBTIQ+ person who practices witchcraft? You’re a witch.
How to Write Your Own Spells
There are lots of ways to create spells, from planning everything to the minutest detail ahead of time to absolutely flying by the seat of your pants in the moment. If you'd like to write your own spells, either for use in your craft or as a creative exercise, here are some suggested steps that I use in my own practice:
1) Determine the intent or goal of your spell. Decide, first and foremost, what you want the spell to do. Refine your goal if necessary and try not to be too nebulous. Your intent tells the spell what it's meant to do. A more focused goal may increase the chances of success.
2) Determine how you want the spell to manifest. Decide how the spell should work and what the result should look like. This is a good time to build in a sign of success, especially for spells that may not work in an obvious or visible way.
3) Determine what or whom the spell will affect. If the spell is to have a target, be it a person or a place or an animal or an object, decide what that should be and how they or it will be represented in the casting.
4) Determine how long the spell is meant to work. If your spell is timebound or has a deadline, decide what that will be. If the spell is meant to work long-term, you may want to check in and refresh it from time to time. (Not every spell will be timebound. Many spells will simply expire when they have fulfilled their purpose or if they are blocked or circumstances are not favorable.)
5) Determine the timing of the spell, if applicable. Not everyone uses celestial or astrological timing for their spells, but if you do, look into the prevailing conditions and decide on an advantageous time for your casting. (Please note that magical timing can only enhance your spell and casting something on the "wrong" day will not necessarily cause it to fail.)
6) Determine what methods and materials you want to use to cast the spell. Decide how you're going to go about performing the casting, whether you're doing a ritual or making a charm or just using energy. If you're going to need a ritual space or physical components, plan that out and make sure it fits with what you want to do.
7) Determine the words, if any, which will empower the spell. If you want to include a prayer or a petition or a song or an incantation with your spell, decide what that should be. This is not strictly necessary and the words need not be spoken aloud. (Rhyming incantations are not required, but if you prefer them that way, you can certainly do so.)
8) Prepare the materials for casting the spell. Get all your necessaries together ahead of time. Make sure you have everything you need, that tools and components are in good and useable condition, prepare your workspace, and make sure everything is within easy reach so you don't have to stop and search for things in the middle of your casting. (And for goodness sake, if you're working with open flame, observe fire safety and tie your hair and sleeves back.)
9) Finalize details and perform the casting. When you're ready to begin, try to eliminate as many possibilities for distraction or interruption as possible. Go over your spell and components one more time, then proceed with casting the spell.
10) Record the particulars for future reference and to determine how well the spell worked. Make a record of the spell, including your goal, how it should manifest, the words and components used, the date of the casting, the casting method and procedure, and how the casting went. If there are any additional details or observations that seem important, include those as well. This will serve as a useful learning tool in the future and will allow you to check your work if the results make themselves known.
It's useful to write spells from time to time if the inspiration strikes you, in order to better understand how they fit together and how they work. Plus it's a fun and creative journaling exercise and recording the spells you cast a great way to measure your progress later on.
For additional tips on writing your own spells and helpful tricks for using timing and available materials to your advantage, check out my podcast, Hex Positive, Eps. 006-007, "Come In For A Spell, pt 1 & 2."
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