note. my experiences are different from yours, and my personal journey as a magical girl does not define a set standard of what a magical girl must be.
as a magi, my eyes became open to perspectives that i never knew i would even dare to consider before because of how outlandish it may seem to others. as both a practice and a way of life, it shaped some of my philosophies and changed a lot about who i am.
🍋 fighting isnt the only way to be a magi. being a magical girl who does engage in combat a lot, there are also other ways that i can help. you can work behind the scenes and purify any curses that may harm others, serving as their protection, but you can also work on the front lines—speaking up for what's right, caring for both living and nonliving things, donating what can be donated, volunteerism, and other things. all of those are also very magical girl-ish tasks!
🍋 never apologize for what you want. being a magi means that there is something that you want to achieve or see into fruition—whether it is the vision of seeing smiles upon people's faces, to grant your own wishes, or to bring your own wonder and hope back to life.
🍋 it is never a mistake to hope. it will never be a sin to want something better than your current situation—and if you have the power to do so, by any means, use your hope and idealism to do something about your own circumstances, even in small ways. idealism is not a flaw.
🍋 take your time. be gentle with yourself; life as a magi can demand a lot of you, such as your psychological or physiological resilience, but it does not dictate your worth as a magi or as a regular person. being a magi taught me that my burnouts should be taken seriously and that i deserve the time to rest, otherwise i wouldnt be able to do my duties properly. in addition to that, your duties arent going anywhere! take breaks that are needed, or if you really just want a break.
🍋 a wish is an oath to yourself. every wish and what-ifs that you utter can become a promise, a way of living, and a way of knowing. there is nothing wrong with having supposedly childish ideals because all dreams start there. if you have a wish or goal, then for the sake of yourself and your future, work towards it.
🍋 a wish is a possibility. in a world where the act of dreaming and hoping is frowned in favor of pragmatism or realism, even a small wish is capable of sparking up new pretty lights that people wouldnt even want to see at first. each thing that you hope for, if you work hard to see it come true, can teach you so many things and place you into a path you never believed you'd be on.
🍋 everything has potential. the prospect of having a standard of potential, whether it is in a magical or metaphorical context, can become restrictive. questions such as "am i truly capable of this?" or "do i have enough potential for this?" can create limitations, though i understand the need to weigh out the pros and cons, but do you want it?
🍋 everything has a consequence. this ties in with the aforementioned learning i have gained from being a magical girl. sure, i can work hard for something—but it has its own consequences, being a carrier of hope—a believer of hope has its own consequences. if you want something, then you should be prepared to face whatever may occur as a result. changes, though small at first, are bound to happen and cause a ripple.
🍋 this is your life, so go and own it. your actions are your own, your perceptions are your own, and your existence? it is independent, it is of its own. no one knows you the same way you do. you have free will, go and use it, but bear your responsibility.
🍋 discover; know what you stand for. because of being a magi, i developed a more stable sense of self and it also solidified my views; my identity; my idea of what is worth fighting and staying alive for. if you know what it is that you're a magical hero for, what you are fighting for, then it can serve as your backbone.
🍋 no one else is going to do it for you. you can find and develop your own resources, you can form alliances, and you can find changes in your life, but see that none of those would even come to be without your initiative. becoming a magical hero is a decision; it is a step forward; it is a choice. my words may sound cringe, but a lot of your life can be influenced by you.
🍋 small things matter. little wins and achievements are a part of growth, each and every grief seed i collect is a testament to my gradual progress. one day, you'll get to where you want to be.
🍋 you dont have to be good all the time. as a magi, i also can make plenty of mistakes and it is a natural and human thing to do. you dont have to be optimistic or hopeful, and personally, i do admit that my personality does not align at all with how one would imagine magical girl to be. you are neither dirty nor impure for tendencies that can happen to everyone—you may have negative feelings or experiences, but you are still allowed to believe.
i think that a lot of what i typed up are probably really cliché, but they are the things that i hold close to my heart. i've been a magical girl for a few years and have fought as one, both literally with my magi transformation and all that jazz, and also figuratively.
as a magi, you do not have to fight everyday nor be productive everyday, and you are allowed to be pessimistic at some point, but know that you can get up and try again. truth to be told, being a magical girl helped me a lot with coping through my day-to-day life, and it's okay to be that way!
all my dreams, all of my hopes and wishes, even the lofty ones that a child would usually have, they are actually all coming true one by one; i cant believe it. if youve wondering where ive been, i have retired as an irl magical girl (but not as an occultist) (and yes... retired, unsure if i'll come back on-duty) and i am applying everything i have learned in the real world. it feels so surreal that i am on a path to my dreams, i am actually pursuing it and will be studying for it im so excited !! when i thought all my life that i couldnt and that i should be more practical, it's as if the universe itself is shoving opportunities right at my face and i have a whole bunch of other good things that came into my life just bc of being a magical girl. my younger self wouldnt believe me. bro this isnt even an affirmation post this isnt roleplay this is 100% my actual life rn 😭😭 being a magical girl taught me how to dream and find hope again, it's real, magic is real, this post is so long and maybe im reacting too much (?) (is there even such a thing as too much happiness) but holy crap. magic and miracles, they are real !!
okay bye cant find the time to make this post pretty, my hiatus is back on
Please don’t misconstrue this as snark or anything like that but a genuine suggestion to all of the fledgling magical heroes out there who feel compelled to make informational posts and resource documents: focus on your personal work and growth before claiming to be an authority on practicing magia.
Don’t get me wrong, I love that so many people in this community feel inspired to help and inform others. I think that is a testament to the kind of work we’re called to do and I don’t want to diminish that feeling for anyone!
Absolutely aggregate and share the resources you’ve found helpful—and offer your opinions or advice if it is warranted and wanted—but I’ve seen so many accounts of newer magicians fizzle out because they prioritize trying to be a resource over bettering their own work.
While these projects are well-intentioned, because the writers are beginners and sometimes just starting their magical journeys many of them unwittingly spread misinformation and at worst sloppy or harmful practices. It’s understandable though because many just don’t have the experience yet!
Personally, I would much rather read accounts of folks who are learning their craft through trial and error than another ‘educational’ blog that contains more opinion and hot takes over actual research and experimentation.
I love my Clow Cards. They have such personality and charm. They are quite useful for adding special focus to spell work as well.
This particular spell is to enhance communication. Maybe you’re having difficulty speaking up in class. Perhaps you feel like someone isn’t being completely forthright with you. The possibilities are endless.
You’ll need:
A deck of Clow Cards (or at least The Windy, The Libra, & The Voice cards)
Optional: something to represent the person you’re casting the spell for.
The Voice card helps you (what else) access your voice. The Libra helps uncover the truth. And, The Windy is the primary source of communication among the Clow Cards. All three together = use your voice to communicate truth!
This spell is simple. Set up your ritual space as usual. Lay out the three cards in front of you, concentrating on their power as you place each one. If you have something to represent your target, like a picture, you can place it in the center.
Next, say:
Blessed by our Lord above
Find your voice, speak truth in love
Communication is the key
As I will it, so shall it be
The Hope card: In case you don't have it, draw the card's Kanji on a bay leaf or paper.
Something that can be used up: The bay leaf you wrote the kanji on, or just a bay leaf. An insence. A candle. A cup of water. Etc etc
A peaceful place
The Steps:
You need to get into a relaxed state.
Burn the insence/ a candle/ bay leaf
Say the following prayer,
By the power of Clow, i call upon The Hope,
Union of the Nothing and The Nameless.
Cradle this aching heart in your gentle hands,
dissolve the sorrow and lighten the heavy burden.
Though the grief is great, your solace is greater.
By the bond of love and solitude,
the void is filled, the heart renewed.
4. you said it, let your insence/candle burn all the way or drink your water.
After thoughts:
Lately, I’ve been struggling to 'capture' one of my own cards—a grueling process that has lasted two months. I first sensed its presence through a series of dreams where magical artifacts were shattered by an invisible force. When I finally called it out, it revealed itself as Breaking.
For the following two weeks, I endured repeated emotional blows that left me depressed and hollow. To ease this pain and find my footing again, I composed this prayer. It balances the aggressive, void-like nature of The Nothing with the restorative essence of The Nameless. By appealing to both, I hope to transform this suffering and finally bring the pain to an end. When I first used this prayer, it took effect within 10 minutes, though I suspect its speed depends on the intensity of one's pain.
If you're more active on the discord side of the community, then you might be aware of the amount of plagiarism going on. A lot of people, including me, have had their concepts or informational posts taken and reposted elsewhere without credits. I feel like we as a community are beginning to lose the plot. Plagiarism is not and never will be okay. You should always, no matter what, ask permission from someone before using their work in any capacity and give proper credit to them afterwards. You are literally taught in school that plagiarism is very serious, and it's for a reason. Plagiarism is literally stealing, and right now people don't seem to be taking this seriously.
Me and many others have had their concepts and information stolen without credit and without permission. It's really frustrating and I cannot reiterate enough that plagiarism is serious. You can literally get kicked out of universities for it. Just because this is in the magic community does not make it any better. Plagiarism is never okay, and if you had your hard work stolen and claimed by someone else you'd be pissed as well. I'm struggling to even write this post properly without coming off as mean, but after having my stuff stolen multiple times and seeing my friends have their stuff stolen it hits a boiling point.
to everyone in the community, no matter your experience level or how long you've been in it, learn to write your own things and information. stealing is lazy and rude, and if you're asked to take it down, listen. don't fight and get snappy, take it down. you don't have the right to keep it up when it isn't your work. do better.
forever thankful that i am a magical girl. it is such a lucky experience—a beautiful journey, indeed! my wish is being evidently manifested, and it is a long-term wish, so results seem to appear one after another. 😭
Here are a few things you can do to kick-start the magic juices.
Craft a sigil using a method never used before. Here's mine if you're interested.
Low energy? Check out this 7-day spell crafting method to get you through the week.
Write down a list of your household spices and either research their correspondences or give them your own!
Research a spirit or deity from a culture you've never looked into before. How were they interacted with? How is this different from what you're used to? How is it the same? Here are some research tips btw!
Grab one of your tarot or oracle decks and pick a few cards. Without looking at the meaning, write down what you think the meaning is based off the imagery you see. What does the scenery imply? What about the individual parts? How do they come together to create meaning?
Wanna cook or bake? Here are a few kitchen witchery posts of mine, but also check out @breelandwalker's page and her many recipe round-ups! Follow the recipes or use them as inspiration to craft your own!
Deep dive into the life and death of one of the many occult figureheads throughout history! Here's a list of some of them.
Check out my #weekly witchy questions tag on my page to expand your practice by exploring your beliefs!
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