#magical work

[5tarry-skies-of-hope]

hii, sorry this isn't really an ask, more like anonymously informing you of something. i came across your 'colour magick' post and then noticed you used the same spelling of 'magick' in your intro. the spelling of magic with a k was popularised by alaster crowley, has ties to wicca, etc. and ive also heard that it was used to demote folk magic. have a lovely day!!

Oh, hi Anon!

I've been told that 'magick' (with a 'k') is just how most witches differentiate their practice from modern depictions of 'witches' and 'magic'. I wasn't aware of this. Thanks for informing me! If anyone else can back this up (and/or has anything to add on this) please do comment or reblog. ^^ I will use 'magic' from now on.

[eyeoftheheart]

“The personality must be harmonized. Every element therein demands equilibration in order that illumination ensuing from the magical work may not produce fanaticism and pathology instead of adeptship and integrity. Balance is required for the accomplishment of the Great Work. “Equilibrium is the basis of the soul.” Therefore, the four grades of earth, air, water, and fire plant the seeds of the microcosmic pentagram, and above them is placed, in the Portal ceremony, the crown of the spirit, the quintessence, added so that the elemental vehemence may be tempered, to the end that all may work together in balanced disposition.”

~ Israel Regardie, The Golden Dawn: The Original Account of the Teachings, Rites, and Ceremonies of the Hermetic Order

[sistersbyfreya]

Magical Timing:

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Magical Intentions: Knowledge Values/Morals Time Banishing Self Transformation Psychic Defense Meditation Locating lost items Self-defense Liberation ─── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ─── Crystals: Onyx Obsidian Smokey Quartz Jet Pumice ─── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ─── Herbs: Myrrh Moss Thyme Basil Hemlock Nettle Peppermint Pomegranate Hyacinth Mallow Juniper

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[abwatt]

A Magic of Advertising

A Magic of Advertising

It’s been said by many occult authors who are much better at this sort of thing than I am, that modern advertising is a form of magic — and rather nasty magic at that. Advertisers cast a sort of enchantment over people, or at least attempt to do so, in such a way that people connect their survival, their sexual identity or desires, or their cultural or social well-being, to a specific product or…

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[para-weird-normal-blog]

There is a difference between magic and “maaagiiic”. At least, I see it like this:

Definition of magic: energy work (many uses), astral travelling, lucid dreaming, seeing and feeling energies, working in akasha and with akasha, demonology, angelology, communication with other beings in various astral levels, egregore working/manipulation/using, metaphysics, physics, chemistry, universal powers, meditation, working inside of and while using karma laws, creating and using elementars, working with elements, studying and improving thinking and IQ - basically doing brain exercises, creating, charging and using sigils, creating, charging and using shaped energy emitters, religionistics, and so on... it’s endless.

Definition of “maaagiiiic”: put two spoons of dry rose leaves to jasmine tea and drink it in the middle of the night while holding a crystal charged with sun energy to reduce stress from exams.

I’m sorry if I just offended someone, but this is how I see it. 

[5tarry-skies-of-hope]

Let's talk : The effect of Christianity

I'd like to preface this post by saying that I am in no way involved with Christianity or Catholicism as part of my practice. In the past, I have been a part of the Roman Catholic church, but I no longer follow that path. That being said, I have nothing against Christianity, Catholicism, God or Christians. Every practice is valid, and no hate will be tolerated in my blog.

Religious trauma, particularly from monotheistic religions and especially from Christianity, has affected the pagan community strongly.

Before we get into the point of this post, let me say something:

As someone who grew up learning that Christianity was the only valid religion, I am well aware of how, let's say toxic so-called 'Christians' can be, especially to people who don't conform with their beliefs.

However, I also grew up with a loving mother who taught me that God loved me unconditionally. And I don't, in any way, doubt the validity of that. Not anymore.

Growing up surrounded by Catholics and going to Christian schools taught me that not every Christian is bad. I still have Christian friends who are the sweetest people I've ever met. I still have Catholic teachers who are the kindest people I know.

And I still know 'Christians' who hate LGBTQ+. And I still know 'Christians' who hate on pagans. Please don't lump these people together with Christians and Catholics. They don't truly understand the point of the word of God, the point of His love, the point of Catholicism. They're not Christians. Not really.

Now, onto the actual content of this post:

How has 'Christianity' affected pagans today? I'm an ex-Christian, and I still deal with the lingering effects of being in an orthodox religion like Roman Catholicism.

I'm trying to acknowledge these effects and work through them so I can practice to my fullest potential and not be held back by Christian beliefs.

I'm sure other people reading this also deal with Christian beliefs when they try to practice and let me tell you:

Most of those beliefs don't apply to Hellenic Polytheism or witchcraft.

No, you do not need to be formal and rigid with your Gods.

No, you do not need to pray daily and offer every few minutes.

No, you do not need to have an altar or prayer beads.

No, you are not inherently sinful.

No, you do not need to abstain of pleasure.

No, you don't have to.

Wipe the slate clean--every law you thought was set in stone is washed away, You, by yourself, are enough.

You do not need to become a priest.

You do not need to constantly be truthful.

You do not need to live in fear of your Deities, especially.

Whatever you were taught in Christianity does not apply here. We are not a religion based on teachings from religious figures. No one is going to tell you that you're wrong. And if they do, ignore them. Block them. Forget about them. You're doing everything right. You're doing fine. You're doing great. The Gods love you. Do not think otherwise.

[5tarry-skies-of-hope]

Let's talk : Practice isn't all rainbows and sunshine

And that's okay!

It's never going to be smooth sailing. Witchcraft isn't a linear process--it's the exact opposite. It's not supposed to be good, because witchcraft is a balance. It takes care of the good and the bad, not just for others, but for yourself. There's the benevolent and the baneful. The rise and fall of the tides. It's natural.

And it's also natural to be upset, to be angry, to be frustrated in your practice. You're a witch. You're not a supernatural entity that has to keep composure at all times. You're still human, just like everyone else.

Don't try to bottle it up. Be angry. Be mad. Be sad. Be tearful. Be emotional. Be human.

You're flesh and bone, not pillar and stone.

You're going to go through rough periods. You're going to go through doubt. You're going to lose things. You're going to win things. You're going to cry. You're going to laugh. You're going to smile. You're going to ask yourself if this was the right choice.

It was.

Witchcraft isn't going to solve your problems. She's going to hold you as you sob beside your altar. She's going to smile as you raise your hands to the sky.

She's not going to apply balm on your wounds. She's going to give you a sword and pull you up by your shoulders. She's going to shake you and remind you what you are.

You are a human.

You are Her mentee.

You are Her child.

You are a witch.

And you are not going to be knocked down by rough waters.

So get up, child of magic,

And go show the world who you really are.