i keep seeing this on my timeline, so let me be clear
judaism is semi-closed. practices related to judaism require a barrier for entry. judaism is an indigenous religion and reserve the right to protect their cultural practices.
lilith is not open. kabbalah is not open. jewish mystism is not open.
there are ways to learn about these things and get involved in a community that do not involve stealing from indigenous cultures. in fact, you are less of a witch if your craft is stealing from closed and marginalized communities.
jewish people deserve to feel safe and to be welcomed with open arms into the witchcraft and practitioner community
It's a good day to put on my black pointy hat and say to myself: I'm still a witch, even though I've had to put my practice on hold because I've been ill. The gods, spirits, guides, ancestors, and divine beings, they all want me to put myself first and take the best care of myself. They'll always be here for me, I just need to focus on getting better.
i stand 5'8" tall, and my hair (when down and straight) reaches past the back of my knees. each day of my life, i carry several lifetimes worth of my own memories and experiences, all directly attached to my skull.
my beautiful black hair is an extension of my nervous system and divine intuition. it is my crown, my horns, and my wings. it acts as a spider's web, catching and transmuting all energy that seeks me out. it is my most sacred attribute given to me by the gods, and i am both eternally grateful and fiercely protective of it.
my hair is my own personal symbol of growth, power, wisdom, and feminine prowess. my braids, jewels, and adornments keep me guarded and defended from all malicious entities and foul intent.
Pagans in North America should learn about the peoples who land they're on and the spirits of the land they live on. and the fact so many don't yet still claim to respect the earth makes think there are no real pagans here.
I'm not saying you have to worship the spirits of Turtle island, but you should respect them, the land, and respect the people who've had their practice banned, the people who fought to keep their practice alive, the people who's practice and wisdom you now use for your practice.
It seems finally the community feature is available to me ! I've been thinking about what kind of community I could make here, to have a space to discuss and share together, and I've come up with something ... would you all be interested in participating a community called Decolonizing Witchcraft ?
It'd be a space to exchange ideas that lead to decolonizing our ancestral practices (unlearning sexist, capitalist, racist systems and other systems of oppression) and through that, taking back control of our traditions, beliefs and practices. Decentering these systems and centering our own ancestral ways. A space to share our experiences in the path of healing colonial wounds and in the path of reclamation.
Not just for Indigenous and Native American folk, for any practitioner of traditional religions and folk magic ! White people need decolonizing as much as anyone else. I'd even say it's a responsibility for white people to unlearn harmful beliefs and decolonize white spaces but we can have that discussion there aswell !
I grew up within an eclectic religious environment that influences the way that I interpret my own spirituality. On one side, my family is Jewish (Romani/Italian) and Protestant (Scottish), on the other side, my family is Indigenous (Mi'kmaq) and Catholic (Acadian). My mother identifies as a Wiccan, and much of what I now do was learned from her, but my practice draws on less defined boundaries and is not affiliated directly with just one influence in my life. I am experienced in spirit work, and have a close connection with the dead whom I call upon to support and assist me in my practice.
Cards I use for my readings:
Any reading:
- Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot (Holographic or Miniature)
- Crow Tarot by MJ Cullinane
- Tattoo Tarot: Ink and Intuition by Megamunden
- Everyday Tarot by Brigit Esselmont and Eleanor Grosch
- The Golden Tarot by Liz Dean
- The Essential Tarot by Chloé Zarka Grinsnir
- Runes Oracle Deck by Ibiza
Single card readings only:
- Held By The Land Deck by Leigh Joseph
Prices (CAD):
Single card reading -> $5
Three card reading -> $7
Five card reading -> $10
Special reading -> $20
Group reading -> $20
Spirit reading -> $30
Here is my kofi, where you can find listings for all of the currently available readings!
You can also buy me a coffee to support my practice and the work that I'm doing on this blog!
Descriptions of each reading type, as well as information about the various decks I use, under the cut.
Single card reading -> $5
A simple, 1-card reading. Includes 200 word explanation.
Three card reading -> $7
Choose from a selection of 3-card spreads to find one that speaks to you. Includes 350 word explanation.
See this post for 3-card spread options!
Five card reading -> $10
Choose from a selection of 5-card spreads to find one that speaks to you. Includes 500 word explanation.
Spread options TBA!
Special reading -> $20
If there is a more specific question that you are looking to have answered, or you need a spread that is catered to your unique situation, this is the reading for you! Includes 800 word explanation.
Group reading -> $20
Need a reading done for a group? This session works best for 2-5 people, and is a great option for couples or friends who are looking for guidance. Includes 800 word explanation.
Spirit reading -> $30
Recommended for those who feel that there is a spirit trying to communicate with them and need guidance on how to proceed. Includes 1000 word explanation.
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Cards
Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot - any reading
"The Rider–Waite Tarot is a widely popular deck for tarot card reading, first published by William Rider & Son in 1909, based on the instructions of academic and mystic A. E. Waite and illustrated by Pamela Colman Smith, both members of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn. Also known as the Waite–Smith, Rider–Waite–Smith, or Rider Tarot, the deck has been published in numerous editions and inspired a wide array of variants and imitations." (source)
Two options: miniature or holographic.
Designed by A. E. Waite and Pamela Colman Smith.
Crow Tarot - any reading
"Paying homage to the mystical energy of crows and ravens, Crow Tarot invites us to fly through the veil and connect with our intuitive powers. This artfully created 78-card deck is infused with the familiar symbolism of the traditional Rider-Waite Tarot." (source)
Designed by MJ Cullinane.
Tattoo Tarot: Ink and Intuition - any reading
"This one-of-a-kind tarot deck blends tattoo art with intuition, helping you uncover your next big life decision with a touch of edge. Let the cards be your muse and the ink be your guide!" (source)
Designed by Megamunden.
Everyday Tarot - any reading
"Everyday Tarot brings a new perspective to the cards, giving modern soul-seekers the tools they need to access their inner wisdom and create an inspired life." (source)
Designed by Brigit Esselmont and Eleanor Grosch.
The Golden Tarot - any reading
"This deck embraces archetypal symbols of the Golden Dawn and the Renaissance tarots. From the figure-eight to the crayfish, the pomegranate to the tower, here’s where you begin to decode ancient symbols for future prediction, insight and affirmation in your daily life." (source)
Designed by Liz Dean.
The Essential Tarot - any reading
"Taking inspiration from the archetypes of the original tarot decks like the Rider-Waite, The Essential Tarot deck reimagines them for a new age: powerful, diverse, and full of contemporary wisdom.
As depicted by many artists and authors throughout the ages, tarot has become an effective way to understand yourself and others—and perhaps even look into the future. But a new audience for tarot is being born, and its adherents want a new way to see the world: fresh, contemporary, and full of diverse bodies, races, and genders, acknowledging the spiritual and cultural offerings of people around the globe and throughout history. These practitioners need an essential deck that both honors the tradition of tarot that has given power to readers for generations and also gives them insight and hope for the generations to come." (source)
Designed by Chloé Zarka Grinsnir.
Runes Oracle Deck - any reading
"The rune cards are intricately designed, drawing their essence from the age-old mystique of rune stones, which have been revered for centuries for their deep symbolic meanings and the wisdom they encompass. Each card is a manifestation of this ancient knowledge, beautifully converging the past's profound teachings with today's aesthetic sensibilities.
This collection stands as a testament to innovation, presenting a novel and dynamic design perspective to the age-old rune stones. […] They are not merely cards but a contemporary reimagining, transforming the traditional rune stones into accessible and visually stunning pieces." (source)
Designed by Ibiza Tarot.
Held By The Land Deck - single card readings only
"Plants can be a great source of healing as well as nourishment, and the practice of growing and harvesting from trees, flowering herbs, and other plants is a powerful way to become more connected to the land. The Indigenous Peoples of North America have long traditions of using native plants as medicine as well as for food. [...] This elegant, full-color card deck and booklet is your go-to guide for Indigenous plants and will give you new insights into the power of everyday nature." (source)
Designed by Leigh Joseph.
From left to right, top to bottom: Pile 1, Pile 2, Pile 3, Pile 4, Pile 5, & Pile 6!
Instructions: Use your intuition to pick a card that calls to you most, then scroll to the bottom underneath the read more and find your pile(s) to receive your message!
Disclaimer: take what resonates, leave the rest of what doesn't & don't force anything if it doesn't fit your situation, keep in mind that energy and outcomes can always change & nothing is forever set in stone, you have free will in every choice you make !! keep in mind that this is a general collective reading so the messages here may not apply to everyone. as a general message: my readings are for entertainment purposes only and don't replace professional medical/legal/business help. feedback and a review after a reading is given, whether public or private, is obligatory. you can do that by reblogging ( only if the reading was made for you specifically ), dming or emailing us privately on the matter. if you do not provide this, you will be added to my greylist and won't be given anymore readings, free or paid, until you give feedback. keep in mind it's more than okay to pick more than one pile if you feel you have messages in other piles! don't just leave this in the likes, reblog and support your tarot readers, my time and labour aren't for free. while it isn't necessary, if you'd like to tip, here's my p/ayp/al. I have personal paid readings available which you can fill out the form here so tips, bookings & feedback are highly appreciated considering i plan to do this for a living!
decks used: Disney Villains Tarot & Dark Wood Tarot & Pink Tarot & Killstar ( or as we lovingly call it Memento Mori ) Tarot & Horror Tarot & GANGSTA. Tarot.
Pile 1: You have Justice! First things first is the most obvious in terms of synchronicities: the movie Big Hero 6 may have some significance to you, or East Asian culture, particularly Japanese culture. You may either live in Japan or have traveled to or plan to travel to Japan. You may be born in San Francisco, California, or California as a whole may also be significant to you or you may be American. When I look at this card, my first intuitive thought is that you may be worried about the state of the world right now, and honestly, I wouldn't even blame you, so am I, but I need you to know that things are not hopeless. If you raise your voice and spread awareness to things that matter to you like the way things are going right now and you genuinely care about other people, then you're doing the right thing. You yourself could be an activist or at the very least if you're not officially one, you could care greatly about social justice. The number 11 could be significant to you. Justice is ruled by Libra so you may have those placements or someone you know or someone important to you could have those placements. On a less grander scale, I can see something being made right for you in a situation that's been going on in your life, I'm specifically seeing for a lot of you this could be a relationship - I'm mostly getting romantic relationships here but it could be a friendship dynamic - gone wrong or someone who refused to hire you for whatever reason. You'll likely either reconcile with someone or alternatively for some of you, you could be getting a better offer. Regardless, though, if this resonates with you, congrats, Pile 1, I'm so happy for you!!
Pile 2: You have The High Priestess! You may be intuitively drawn to the occult or your faith, should you have one, right now, and you may be isolating to look at the situations in your life introspectively. The color green may be significant to you. A feminine energy may be significant (it doesn't necessarily have to be a woman!), whether it's a mother, a sister, a girlfriend, an elderly woman, an ancestor of yours or maybe even a feminine deity who wants to reach out to you. You yourself may be interested into getting into tarot and I say if that applies to you, go for it! The number 2 may be significant, it may be a date of the month that's significant, something could happen in 2 days or 2 weeks or 2 months, or, alternatively, since February is the second month of the year, something important could be happening this February! Cancer, Scorpio & Pisces may be significant, you may have those in your placements or someone you know may have those placements considering its ruled by the Moon.
Pile 3: You have Strength! This is completely random but I'm getting that at least some of you who get this card and picked this pile are furries, otherkin, alterhuman and/or someone who has animal deities that they follow. Some of you may literally be lionkind if you're otherkin or you may have a lion as a fursona if you're a furry or if you are a system, you may have a system member who's a lion. You may also be neurodivergent, I'm getting for a lot of y'all autistic specifically, considering the infinity symbol. The color pink may be significant to you because this is my pink tarot deck. I'm getting that if you practice and believe in crystal healing, get some rose quartz, especially if you want to attract love, especially romantic love, into your life. Lions may pose some significance to you, and if not lions, then felines. You yourself may have a cat. You may be spending more time with your cats. The Lion King may be significant. For very few of you you may actually work with wild animals, especially big cats, which if that's the case that's literally so cool! This was what I read for someone last month when I told y'all that you'd have to be resilient in something you're doing because someone may be testing your patience and I'm getting that again. Make sure to set healthy boundaries with someone if necessary! Leo may be significant, whether you have those in your natal chart or someone you know has those placements. The number 8 could be significant, something could happen in 8 days which is little over a week from when you're reading this. This is random, too, but I'm getting an intuitive hit to buy flowers for yourself if you're alone by yourself on Valentine's Day if you're reading this by the time this post is written. Someone may want to give you flowers, or flowers in general may be significant to you. Regardless, though, I know for a fact that you'll be slaying anyway no matter what you do! SLAY!
Pile 4: You have The World! I'm immediately getting that you're about to or already have completed a cycle in your life and to that I say congratulations, Pile 4!! I'm getting a ringing in my right ear so that just confirms it!! Maybe you've FINALLY managed to achieve something you've wanted to do, maybe you're feeling a little more at ease in this new chapter in your life. For some of you I'm getting that you may have moved to a new place! If that applies, that's awesome, Pile 4!! The number 21 could be significant, you yourself could be 21 or something could happen on the 21st of a month. The Earth element rules The World may be significant, so Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn may be significant to you, and since Saturn rules The World, Capricorn and Aquarius may also be significant to you, whether you have any of those placements yourself, or someone else you know may have them. The symbol of Ouroboros may be significant to you, too. Regardless, though, I say y'all are doing wonderfully and I'm hoping y'all will stay on the top of the world !!
Pile 5: You have The Chariot! You may be struggling to move forward with a decision you've made or maybe even debating on what to choose. Usually in the traditional Rider Waite tarot there's two horses representing two choices, that isn't present here as there's only one horse here. To that I say follow your heart and your intuition most of all and it won't lead you astray. I'm getting this... very specific message for a lot of you, but I need y'all to know this, okay? It's okay to leave the past behind. It's okay to let go. Horses may be of significance to you. For very few of you I'm getting you may be equestrians or have ancestors who were equestrians, notably Mongolians and Scythians or any of the Plains Turtle Island Indigenous Nations, but that definitely won't apply to everyone. For some of you the Celtic deity Epona or perhaps even The Legend of Zelda may be significant because I'm getting The Legend Of Zelda: Wind Waker's opening theme playing in my head ehehe. The Chariot is ruled by Cancer so Cancer may be significant to you, and the number 7 may be significant, something could be happening a week from now when you're reading this which is what I'm getting for a lot of you and for others your birthday could be the 7th of a month, alternatively, you could be born in July. You've got this!
Pile 6: You have The Empress! HOOO BOY I'm getting for a lot of you who picked this pile, y'all may be lesbians and/or sapphics of some kind because I just got, like, psychically blasted in the face with some really gay shit and specifically sapphic yearning LMAO. I don't know, I'm just getting that vibe and not just from the character Gina Paulklee from GANGSTA. herself who she herself is canonically a lesbian/sapphic. For a few of you, the animanga series GANGSTA. may be significant to you, or you may want to read/watch it as you may find some messages in there that may be important to you. For some of y'all, a strong maternal figure could be significant like a mother, an aunt or even a deity who's really powerful who may be trying to reach out... I'm getting Athena (Hellenismos) and Sekhmet (Kemeticism) for a lot of y'all, and for fewer of you, I'm getting Amaterasu (Shinto), Hera (Hellenismos), Hathor (Kemeticism), the Morrigan (Celtic Paganism), Freyja (Asatru), Oshun (Yoruba Ifa, Candomble & Santeria, Black/Afro-Latine exclusive, if you're nonblack don't touch!), and Sky Woman (Huron-Iroquois/Haudenosaunee, if you're nonnative or not a member of any of these nations don't touch!) so any of these deities may be significant to you. If it doesn't apply, let it fly. You could be in your divine feminine energy (everyone has this energy inside them regardless of gender, sex, orientation or presentation!) and stepping into your own personal power. Some of y'all may be exploring sensuality and your own sexuality or for any of my lesbians/sapphics in this pile, you may be getting a girlfriend. This my baddie pile and I don't necessarily mean in an Instagram baddie way (and you don't have to be a woman to be a baddie!) although you could fit or like that aesthetic, but I moreso mean in the sense that you're gaining confidence in yourself and what you do, and in other words, you really are That Bitch TM & I'm so happy for y'all if that applies !! The Earth element rules The Empress so that may be significant, so Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn may be significant to you, and Venus rules The Empress and for some of y'all I'm getting that Aphrodite (Hellenismos) and/or Venus (Religio Romana) literally may be wanting to reach out to you to work with you if you don't already. The number 3 may also be significant, so something could be happening in March as its the third month of the year and as I'm posting this the month after this month, alternatively, the 3rd of a month may be significant, or something could be happening in 3 days from now, or weeks or months, but I'm getting for y'all it's likely 3 days. With that said, that's about all I have for your reading, thank you so much for being here!
