motherly magick.

intuitive tarot reader for 12+ years pisces sun - cancer moon - sagitarrius rising remember, tarot will help guide you. i do not predict anything.

[unusual-suspects]

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[motherlymagick]

It’s been over a year since I touched my craft.

For a long time, I thought that chapter of my life had ended. I found solace in another understanding of God during a season when I desperately needed Him, and I believe that season happened exactly when it was supposed to. It brought healing, comfort, and perspective that I’ll always carry with me.

But this last week has felt like coming home.

I bought a new tarot deck, not really knowing what to expect. I wasn’t looking for flashy artwork or the next deck to add to my collection. I was looking for a place to begin again.

The first time I picked it up, I didn’t ask a single question. I just talked to it. I told it where I’d been, why I’d stepped away, everything that had happened over the last year, and how grateful I was to finally feel called back to this path.

When I shuffled the cards, it felt like Spirit simply said, “Welcome home.”

I’ve worked with tarot for over a decade, and every reader knows that no two decks are alike. They each have their own energy, their own voice, their own personality. This one has completely blown me away.

The other day I picked it up because I wanted to do a reading. Before I even got started, the message was crystal clear.

“Not right now.”

It wasn’t silence. It wasn’t blocked energy. It was a very clear boundary.

So I put it away.

That might sound strange if you’ve never had a relationship with a tarot deck, but that’s exactly what it feels like. It’s a relationship. Sometimes Spirit has something to say, and sometimes the lesson is learning not to force a conversation just because I want one.

Then something happened that made me laugh.

I collect tarot decks, so I went looking for another one. I must have picked up almost every deck in the store, and not a single one felt right. Nothing connected. Finally, I found one that I thought was beautiful, bought it, drove home, opened the box …and realized I’d accidentally bought an oracle deck instead of a tarot deck.

I genuinely laughed out loud.

It felt so obvious.

This deck wants to be my primary deck right now. It wants us to build a relationship before I go looking for another voice.

The thing that keeps staying with me isn’t even the deck itself. It’s how Spirit has shown up through all of this.

Not once have I felt judged for being gone.

Not once have I felt like I had to prove myself worthy of returning.

Not once have I been made to feel like I missed my chance.

I stepped away for over a year, and when I came back, Spirit met me exactly where I was.

That’s the kind of relationship I’ve always wanted with the Divine. One built on trust instead of fear. One where I can wander, learn, grow, question, and still be welcomed back with open arms.

I forgot how much I missed this. I forgot how natural it feels to sit with a deck of cards and know I’m part of something bigger than myself.

More than anything, I’m just so happy to be home. 🌿

[unusual-suspects]

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[whimiscalswamp]

quick witchy tip: if you’re going to be using tarot cards in your spell work, use a separate deck, it’s more easier and will not destroy the ones you use for divination!

[louisenkind]

Purple whimsigoth appreciation post ✨🔮🌛

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[leahberman]

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[stainedglassjam]

☆ my wonderland ☆

[beatbizzle]

I overheard a woman at my job say "Your whole personality revolves around what you hate instead of what you love and thats an awful way to live." to the resident vocal Maga in the breakroom.

He was stunned into silence for at least 60 seconds so that was nice.

[stuckinapril]

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[thespectralcottage]

Witchcraft 101:

Cleansing vs Uncrossing vs Banishing

Alright witches. Lets dive into some witchy basics and discuss the differences between cleansing, uncrossing and banishing. This will hopefully help you differentiate between them. But.. lets be honestly if you do something like call a spell an uncrossing when "technically" doing a banishing, who cares its all in good spirit. The reason i think its good to have a difference in mind between these falls into how you handle a spell. If I'm doing an uncrossing vs a banishing i would choose different spell ingredients, maybe work with different gods, or choose a different element to work with.

Cleansing: I consider cleansings as the foundation and most basic of these. Its almost an umbrella term the other two fall under. All banishings are cleansings, but not all cleansings are a banishing. Cleansings are when you're trying clear something away. Most often people will use this term in day to day workings and general upkeep to make sure nothing has stuck to them. This would include more casual things like smoke cleansing, showering and asking the water to cleanse you, sound cleansing, etc. Its not a full spellworking or ritual, but still done with energy and intention. Sometimes you may do a cleansing and realize whatever is there, is stuck deeper then you expected. So you take the next steps and do a more "intense" cleansing like an uncrossing or banishing.

Uncrossing Spells: Uncrossing specifically refers to removing unwanted energy. Usually when discussing what is an uncrossing, I sperate it from just a cleansing by describing it as a very intense cleansing where you're trying to strip away intense and specific energy. These are more work and a step up from an everyday cleansing for more intense scenarios. This is very spirit focused; think of it as taking out the bad and putting in the good. Some types of spells I would consider an uncrossing are: removing hexes/jinx/curses, removing the evil eye, spiritual detoxes, road openers, removing any stubborn energy, removing feelings, etc. I associate uncrossings with water: it's soaking in and getting that energy out. I would choose herbs/spell ingredients that are uplifting and purifying. Think salt, rosemary, rue, and lemons.

Banishing Spells: Banishing spells remove unwanted entities, spirits or people. You can use it to get rid of very deep rooted things like habits or insecurities. Banishings are quite a strong forms of spellwork. You're really kicking something out and away from you when you do a banishing. Its connected to more deep rooted things that you're trying to remove from your life. Some types of spells I could consider a banishing: cord cutting, exorcisms, banishing a spirit attached to you, getting rid of insecurities, freezers, etc. I associate banishings with fire. Burn and gtfo. I would choose herbs that have more of a kick to them and are defensive. Think nettle, blackberry leaves, cloves, even pepper in some cases.

Please note this doesn't have to be something strict. Like i said at the beginning this is just a guide that will help you differentiate so you can tackle the spellwork as effectively as possible.

✨Stay Spooky ✨

[maryhale1]

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Hecate, goddess of crossroads and magic, hear my prayer.

Guide me through life's paths, illuminate my choices, and grant me your wisdom.

I seek your protection and strength on my journey.

Blessed be.

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[shadow-book-wren]

Herbs and Flowers Magic Properties(tbc)

Rosemary - memory, anxiety, sleep, cleansing, purifying, learning, healing, love, lust, protection, wisdom, mental power

Turmeric - healing, strength, vitality, purification, abundance, joy, prosperity

allspice - healing, energy, love, luck

pepper - courage, protection

sage - health, immortality, longevity, protection against negativity, protection, purification, wisdom, wishes, anxiety

bay - divination, good fortune, healing, anxiety, money, prosperity, peace, protection, happiness, purification, love, tranquility

oregano - peace, love

parsley - protection, power, strength, lust, purification, prosperity

garlic - protection against evil eye

cinnamon - aphrodisiac, passion, love, luck, prosperity, success, spiritual vibrations, energy, purification, healing, protection

cayenne - healing, removing blockages, protection, strength, motivation, courage

clover - fidelity, protection, love, money, success, animal protection, luck

pine - health, healing

nutmeg - money, prosperity, good luck, protection, psychic abilities, happiness, love, health

cloves - healing, love, friendship, cleansing, protection, abundance

thyme - health, courage, eliminates nightmares, attracts loyalty, affection, psychic abilities

ginger - energy, speeding things up, love, prosperity, success, power, healing

mint - avoid jealousy, dreams, protecting, prosperity, joy, fertility, purification, love, success, lust, travel, money, luck

chamomile - love, healing, stress-relief, calming, sleep

lavender - purification, concentration, love, healing, sleep, dreams

jasmine - divination, innovation, attraction, dreams, love, beauty

mugwort - psychic powers, protection, lust, fertility, prophetic dreams, divination, relaxing, tranquility, banishing, consecration

peach blossoms - luck, prosperity, romance, love, passion, affection, harmony, peace, health, longevity

peony - protection from hexes, luck, prosperity, business success, attracts fairies

rose - divine love, self-love, friendship, healing, domestic happiness, lasting relationships, closeness with nature, divination, tranquility, harmony, psychic ability, spirituality, protection, luck

lemon grass - openness, communication, clear mind, love, luck, libido, psychic abilities, calming

chrysanthemum - longevity, mental clarity, optimism, protection, solving mysteries, soothing grief

pink Himalayan salt - purification, grounding, abundance, prosperity, self-love, cleaning, growth, protection, peace, calming

palo santo - cleansing, positivity, good fortune, creativity, love

sweet orange - optimism, charisma, confidence, restoring aura, attracting love, fertility, abundance

bergamot - protection, purification, calming

ylang ylang - sexual attraction, persuasiveness, peace, love, anxiety and depression relief, fairy magic

geranium - prosperity, happiness, healthy pregnancy and fertility

eucalyptus - purifying, cleansing, good health, protection, negativity

sandalwood - calming, anxiety, purification, protection, healing

anise - peace, tranquility, awakening of psychic awareness, luck, spiritual connection, psychic and magic power

jojoba - healing, protection, purification, grounding, meditation, love

frankincense - cleansing, energy, uplifting, inner peace, balance

peppermint - mental clarity, prophetic visions, success, prosperity,

cedarwood - love, growth, longevity, psychic powers, healing, money

tea tree - cleansing, protection, uplifting, energy, memory, love

vanilla - sex, calming, good luck, love, empowerment, happiness, growth

catnip - beauty, happiness, attraction, love, friendship

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