#deity talk

[rosydxvotee]

I had fallen out of my devotion the way many things had fallen out for me earlier this year, and with the rampant ups and downs of life especially in this wacky ridiculous time I haven't gotten back to it, but today especially- something about the chill in the air and the cool wind on my arm as I let it sit out the window on a drive, the way I walked around my yard barefoot after the sun went down and let my dress swirl in turns brought me back to it, and mostly to Dionysus

And sitting here waiting for my shower water to warm I had a realization that while most other connections I had grew far more subtle - understandably so, with my lack of response and communication- Dionysus never did. Looking back over the past few months I see him in the loss of my cat and my yearning for another little feline friend to have by my side, my loss of desire to drink alcohol and it returning but this time with wines instead of liquor, the way on my good days I've been dancing around to music and sound and walking through the woods and driving and exploring and eating fresh fruit, and on my bad days I've been soft with myself and dealing with the mental illness and madness to the best of my ability, in the new interest in make up- dramatic make up mind you, not run of the mill type- and the questioning of my gender presentation and body and existence

He has been here, hands gently on my shoulders, gently brushing my hair when I weep, smiling with me when I let the sun rest on my face. He's been guiding me as much as he can without my knowledge and I think this is why Dionysus and I fit so well as a deity and devotee- in xtianity where I was raised my god was so far from me, didn't show love in small specific nuanced ways and didn't walk by my side despite me being a singular person and small in the grand scheme of things, but. Dionysus has, since I began my journey with him, and I can only hope I can repay his kindness

[1-800-nymph]

Oracle Decks 101 🕯🌿

As my new found love for oracle decks bloom, I wanted to make a basic information page for them! It’s not much, but I needed to write this down somewhere so I don’t forget it since I don’t have a book for my many witchy info at the moment. <3

What are oracle decks? ✨

Oracle decks are a divination tool used to predict and answer your inner questions! They’re cards with depictions and specific meanings to aid you with answers.

What’s the difference between oracle decks and tarot decks?

The main difference between tarot decks and oracle decks is that tarot decks have a specific set of rules and structure to them. Tarot decks usually have 78 cards, whilst oracle decks can have as many or as little cards as the creator wants. Oracle decks don’t have rules or structures either. Tarot decks are very “strict” you could say while oracle decks are “free”.

Oracle decks have specific themes to them. And some oracle decks are created for a specific use (but they can still be used generally if that’s what you wish.)

Another difference I’ve personally seen, is that oracle decks are way more intuitive evoking and easier to read because of how simple the oracle card’s message is, usually decks that have sentences on them.

Oracle decks are very straightforward. They tell you about the whole situation and what may come while tarot decks just tell you why it’s happening and how it’s happening. An example that always helps me remember what these two divination tools are used for is to always remember that tarot decks are telling the story and oracle decks ARE the story (credit to biddytarot.com for that example, it’s a lifesaver)

Remember: tarot decks aren’t better than oracle decks and vise versa. It’s all based on personal preference and how you connect to the divination tool. I suggest trying both out and seeing which form of divination you feel helps you best.

What are they best used for?

Deity/spirit communication

Spreads (made for tarot or not, they work just as well with oracle cards)

Decision making

Daily draws

Past, present, future

General readings

Seriously oracle decks can be used for just about ANYTHING. Don’t limit yourself honestly, they work really great with almost every spread and question you have in mind.

What are some good oracle decks for beginners?

Personally, I think a first timer can go for any oracle deck they desire as that’s how you create a bond with your deck and find it easier to read the deck. So my first recommendation would be to get the oracle deck that calls out to you; you won’t be sorry.

If you want to make sure you have an easy first experience I really suggest finding oracle decks that have sentences on them! They make the card really easier to understand!

So with that being said, I suggest the “Work Your Light” oracle deck! It’s very straightforward with a “Yes” and “No” card included with its cards and the illustration is beautiful! Not only is it very pretty, but it includes woc and incorporates a lot of religions.

Goddess guidance oracle deck is another great beginner deck! It shows many goddesses from different pantheons respectfully and the illustrations are very beautiful! The cards themselves have those sentences at the bottom which are always handy in immediately knowing what the card is about when you pull it in a reading.

Magickal messages from the faeries oracle deck. This deck, obviously, is very faery based! Now, you can use it for communication with the fae or just in general.

The power of surrender cards. Like most of the cards I’ve listed off, this deck is very easy to interpret and understand when you draw cards. Very great for beginners!!!

How do I cleanse my oracle deck?

Knock on your deck three times

Cleanse with moonlight

Put a crystal on your deck

Blow onto it

Set it on your/or your deity’s alter

Sing to it

Shuffle it with cleansing intention

Wave it through incense smoke

Set your deck near your plants

Cleansing with sound

[retired-deity]

I swear this guy's voice feels like a vibrator

[divinemoonie]

Anybody may ask questions relating to deities! I love talking about deities💕🌿😊🔮

[an-aspiring-witch]

So I’m reaching out to Brigid, and whenever I light her candle, it always burns with a tall, steady, warm flame and i get a comforting feeling so im taking that as a good sign

[barberwitch]

I just wanted to say that I love your post about deities. I have a few, but my main one I have an amazing relationship with. I talk to him every day, and sometimes I feel he even answers back. I don't post about my deities on my witchblr, because I don't think people would understand, and I think they would react negatively to how my relationship with my deities works, but it's good for me, and for them and it's relaxed and loving, and I feel that's more important. So thank you. <3

This! This is what I’m here for! So much of our experiences in our paths is UPG (unsubstantiated personal gnosis) so it really only has to work for the person who’s experiencing it. If it’s healthy, and enriching, then I’m happy for you. I’m glad you enjoyed it :)🦇Cheers, Barberwitch

Post is here: https://barberwitch.tumblr.com/post/169113900776/devoting-to-deities-the-right-time

[skyewilversteanbooks]

The different ways my deities communicate with me

I thought I’d do a post on the way my deities communicate with me. And that it helps those who are figuring out their deity relationships.

Cerridwen

The first deity that “chose” me. The way she got my attention was through crows. A crow landed on a wall next to me, cawwed in my face three times and flew off. In that moment I had a notion that something wanted my attention.

She likes to communicate through crows, dreams, divination and sometimes in meditation. When the crow thing happens, it’s either after I’ve asked for her help or when I’m about to. Crows also like to be in distinct places of my path when I’m walking somewhere. Right on the only fence post on a street, on the top of a parked car, on the roof opposite my bedroom window. And when they know I’ve noticed them, they fly off. When she communicates through dreams, they’re usually strange, sometimes a tad unnerving, dreams. They’ll be surreal but also very important to my spiritual growth. Cerridwen’s all about transformation and rebirth. So, naturally, she’s showing me the things that need to die in order for me to transform, through my dreams.  Another thing a lot of people ponder about with this topic is, dialogue. Having full blown conversations with their deity. This has happened for me, on many accounts, during meditation. And if this is something you wish to achieve, the best advice I have for you is to meditate more. Practice going deeper into your inner realm and inviting in the deity you’re wishing to talk to. Sometimes, if not most, there will be a conversation. And once you’ve built up that relationship, this, for me, anyway, gets much easier.

Yemaya

I honour Yemaya as my sea mother. She’s come to me through dreams and synchronicites prior to me starting a relationship with her.  When she communicates, it’s usualy involving water. In the bathtub, the shower, when it rains and I’m hearing it tap my window. When this happens, it’s usually a soft, soothing feeling I get all over my body. And I feel comforted and supported. And soon, I know what I need to know or I’ll just do something I need to do, without second thought. And she also comes through in those moments of peace and silence. As well as the moments when I’m in total flow with myself. She’s there helping me find that.

Aphrodite

When you’re having fun with yourself, and you feel joyful and ecstatic, that’s her. She’s the goddess of love. And acts of self love that you do, she’s there cheering you on. I can feel her when I’m taking a bath, singing in the shower, eyeing up a hot guy. She’s that “hell yeah!” when you go do that thing you really wanna do.  With me, I’ve found she likes to hang around. She likes to remind me to stay happy and love my way through everything. 

One thing I’ll also note is, once you get to know your deities better and build that relationship, you’ll come to sense their presences, too. And each presence will be unique. So, I know when my gods are with me, because I know how they feel.  I really hope this helps you that need it. And if you have any questions, please ask <3