Breathe In. Breathe Out.

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[strangesigils]

“We Are Safe”

Protection sigil for a group of people. Can be used on a room to protect people inside. Can be used on yourself and your coven members Or if you’re apart of some other group and wish to protect it’s members. Can also be used on a picture of a group of people (as long as you are also in the picture).

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BEKKATHYST SUMMER 2019 GIVEAWAY

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Please read thoroughly before entering!

Hello lovely Tumblr folk! It’s that time again- I have a giveaway for you all. Wee just opened up our brick and mortar shop, and it's time to celebrate! We want to give back to the community that started this for us 🥰🙌

All these items came from our online shop and/or our brick and mortar store!

What you get:

$50 credit that can be applied to anything in our shop.

Triple moon altar cloth

Rose quartz palm stone

Amethyst scepter crystals from Brazil x2

Mini selenite tower

Rough kyanite crystal

Azurite/malachite rough chunk

Moroccan quartz geode piece

Agate keychain

Lapis lazuli stretchy bracelet

Sunstone polished double point

Rose quartz moon carving

Rough rose quartz chunk

Obsidian knife carving (the knife is non functional)

Smoky quartz heart

Selenite pebbles x3

Rose quartz pendulum

Rough lepidolite

Rainbow moonstone pebble

Rough Illinois fluorite x6

Wooden baby elephant carving

Lepidolite skull

Rose quartz sphere

Selenite wand

Massive 9" rose quartz polished point

Labradorite palm stone

Assorted tumbled stones: rutilated quartz x2, rhodonite, larimar, mangano calcite, star garnet, amethyst x2, rose quartz

Pack of natural lavender incense

Celestial wooden incense burner

This has a retail value of $362 in addition to the $50 shop credit!

Rules:

You must be 16 or older. (If under 18 you MUST have parent’s permission)

You don’t have to live in the US to join!

Shipping is entirely free, I will cover it. But if you live outside the US and for whatever reasons your country wants to charge you import tax, you are responsible for it. If it gets sent back to me, you will need to pay shipping to have it sent again.

You must be following me, so you can get updates if anything about the giveaway changes.

Please check out our shop!

DO NOT tag this post as giveaway. That will risk the notes getting messed up, and this will be ruined for everyone.

Reblog this post to enter. Likes count, too. No giveaway or spam blogs. If you reblog on a side blog, let me know in the tags what the name of your blog is that you’re following me with.

Please don’t spam people with reblogs- limit 2 reblogs per blog per day.  

At the end, each entry will be assigned a number and the winner will be chosen by a random number generator.

The giveaway ends Tuesday, July 30th at 6 pm Pacific time.

The winner will be messaged and must respond with their full name and address within 24 hours, or a new winner will be chosen.

Please respect me and my rules, and have fun!

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2 Card Tarot Ideas

Do / Don't 

Life / Death

Problem / Solution

Now / Later

Logical / Emotional

Yes / No

Internal / External 

Past / Future

Growth / Stagnation

Love / Hate

Apathy / Empathy

Find / Lose

Flaws / Strengths

Day / Night

Physical / Abstract

Stay / Leave 

Creation / Destruction 

Give / Take

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I have The Wild Unknown Tarot for sale

$20

Comes with book and box.

Message me if interested and can pay today.

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I'm lowering it to 10 dollars. Can ship out Monday

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🌱Herb Studies: Basil

In many early cultures, basil was thought to ensure a safe journey into the afterlife. The Greeks and Egyptians wrote of the herb “opening the gates of heaven” to those who had died.

Later, Europeans would wrap the hands of the departed around a clump of basil, while in India the herb was placed in the mouths of the dying to guarantee their entry into the presence of god.

Traditional healers consider basil useful for treating coughs and bronchitis and for fighting depression.

In India, it is used as a treatment for stress, asthma, and diabetes. 

Recent scientific studies have also found that the herb’s flavonoids and volatile oils contain certain compounds that may offer significant antioxidant, antiviral, and antimicrobial benefits, and even have the potential to treat cancer.

Basil offers healthy doses of vitamin K (which aids in blood clotting) and and vitamin A. It also contains manganese and magnesium.

Basil takes its name from the Greek word basilikon, or “kingly,” because it was so prized in the Mediterranean during the Middle Ages for its strong flavor and pungent aroma. Judges and other dignitaries would carry posies of basil to ward off unpleasant odors.

Basil is associated with the Feast of the Cross, which commemorates St. Helena, mother of Holy Roman emperor St. Constantine, finding the True Cross with basil growing at its base. Stalks of basil are still used to sprinkle holy water by priests of the Greek Orthodox Church.

Astrologers consider basil the essential oil of Scorpio, under the planetary rule of Pluto.

In Portugal and Italy, the herb was once considered a symbol of love; a young Italian man would present his beloved with a pot of dwarf basil, along with a poem and a pom-pom, on the feast days of St. John and St. Anthony.

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[orriculum]

“to be a witch” falsehoods

there are a lot of misconceptions going around lately on what someone needs to be a witch, i just want to clear some up. 

you do not need:

fancy tools - or any tools at all, really. all you need is yourself and your intent. sure, tools that fit your aesthetic are nice, but you don’t need them. if you have the ability to buy and you want to, there’s no stopping you, but please don’t feel like you have to go out and buy yourself an etsy broom or a cauldron. and don’t stress yourself out over making one either! they are but trappings.

appearance - in witchy aesthetic photos, it’s usually a slim, white girl with long hair. and that lack of a more diverse representation can give the impression that you need to look and be a certain way, but please know it is untrue. it does not matter what your race, weight, hair, or anything looks like. 

aesthetic - you don’t need to dress “like a witch”. a witch can look like anything. if you want to indulge in the black cat, black clothes look, fine, but you don’t need to confine yourself to it if it’s not your thing, you can look like whatever you want to. 

gender - there are some in the community that will fight tooth and nail to make it seem you have to be a cis female to call yourself a witch. don’t listen to those terfs. anyone can be a witch, regardless of gender. male, non-binary, agender, trans, demi, etc. 

black cat - you don’t need a black cat. you don’t need to have a familiar either. those are unique relations that should not be forced to happen

dark, mystical attitude - you don’t need to suddenly start talking like chaucer or put effort into having an air of mystery. you don’t need to be holier than thou, or act like you know it all. witchcraft is a journey that takes time to learn. 

cursing - no, you don’t need to curse. but you don’t need to shame someone for cursing either.

on a spiritual path - witchcraft does not have to be spiritual! you can practice magic without having to worry about being “spiritual enough”, because each craft is unique and deeply personal, you don’t need to force it to be something that you’re not invested in.

religious -  there are many witches that wonder where the power comes from if they don’t call upon a god. the power can come from you. you do not need to devote yourself to a god 

wiccan - wicca is not the only way to do witchcraft, it is only one way of practicing magic. there are many people who think the only way to do witchcraft is to be wiccan, but they are misinformed. if you do not want to work with wiccan influences or traditions, you do not have to. 

initiated - some practices, some traditions, initiation is needed. however, to be a witch in general, you don’t need to go through any ritual to prove yourself one. be wary of those who insist you do, they are often trying to take advantage of new witches. 

straight/cis - some traditions you’ll encounter have homophobic roots/influences. while it is discouraging, you dont have to listen to those, or you can work with others to rework phobic traditions

a “natural” witch -  some people will claim to have “witch’s blood” or “the flame”, meaning witchcraft has been in their families for generations. this does not make them superior or more of a witch than you. anyone who wants to be a witch can, no matter their birth circumstances. 

labelled - a lot of witches label their craft, “herb witch”, “space witch”, “storm witch” etc. you can be as many as you want, or none if it pleases you. you do not need to label your craft however. some people can’t put their craft in a box.

td;lr, you do need:

to want to be a witch

your intent

that’s it! happy casting!

[strangesigils]

“My Dysphoria Does Not Rule Me”

Draw this on yourself to ward off negative or overwhelming effects of dysphoria

[floralls]

Cawdor Castle Gardens by aclotheshorse

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Broke Witch Tips!

By your local secret baby witch who’s too young to get a job!

Don’t have a certain colored candle? Crayons can work in a pinch

Stop by your local thrift store to find some amazing things for your craft! Lots of junk, but a lot of amazing (and cheap!) things too! (I personally have found candles, mason jars, funky glass containers/cups, and a mini silver teapot)

This is probably pretty obvious, but dollar stores are amazing. So many jars, candles, altar decorations, etc (Their seaglass is gorgeous)

Speaking of altar decorations, odds are that you are surrounded by free ones! Just go outside and start collecting! Flowers, feathers, pretty rocks, etc are all beautiful (and free!!) things to put on an altar

Need to bury something for a spell but don’t wanna waste a jar? Use a coffee filter! Not only are they easily accessible and cheap, they decompose quickly too! Do NOT do this if you are using salt in your spell, salt is TERRIBLE for the ground!

Can’t afford a fancy pendulum? You can easily use a necklace, or even a needle and thread!

Speaking of pendulums, you don’t need to buy a beautiful pendulum board for it to work. You can find and use a pretty pdf version online or make one yourself with paper and pencil

Tea tea tea! Tea spells are so lovely, and require next to nothing! Pick up a yummy-looking box at the dollar store, brew a nice little cup, charge it with your intent, and you’re good to go!

You can also incorporate magic into your baking/cooking! It’s very likely that the herbs you use correspond to something you want, and a little research can help you figure out what! Stir clockwise to bring the correspondences (like love, happiness, luck, etc) to you!

Always remember: you don’t need fancy tools to be a witch, all you really need is yourself and your intent!

- tinymagic 🌱

[dainyx-sigils]

“i am safe”

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Mossy Creek in the Kawhaka Forest by Steve Reekie

[heatherwitch]

Mentally ill witchcraft: For your symptoms

It’s really common to find witchy mental illness/health related content that is catered towards specific illnesses (usually anxiety and depression). This is more catered to specific symptoms.

Witchcraft is to be used as a supplement to proper medical care, medication and therapy - not as a sole alternative!

Anger:

Amethyst anger release spell

Easy anger release spell

A quick way to cool anger

Anger dispersion magic tea

Anger reducing bath

Bath spell to release anger

“I channel my anger in a healthy, safe and productive manner” sigil

“My anger is under control” sigil

This masterpost

Anxiety:

Anti-anxiety shower spell

Soothing bath spell

Rainy day anxiety spell

I will be okay spell

Anti-anxiety spell jar

Anti-anxiety spell charm

Anti-anxiety tea

Brain Fog + Memory:

ADHD concentration spell bottle

Brainfog lifting

“Brainfog begone” sigil

Rosemary memory spell

Finding things/ memory spell

Memory and concentration spell

Memory enhancement sachet

Memory and awareness spell bottle 

Depression:

Post-depressive-episode bath spell

Ease my depression spell bottle

“Last hope” spell for depression

Anti-depression tea

Gems for depression

Disassociation: 

Spell for disassociation 

Witch’s disassociation bracelet 

“Anti-disassociation” sigil

“I am grounded and in control of my emotions + reactions” sigil

Fatigue:

Spell for energy

Energy gain spell

Energy jar

Energy bath

Crystals for fatigue

“No fatigue” sigil

“Energy” sigil

“I am energetic” sigil

“I have the energy to take a shower” sigil

Flashbacks/trauma

Spell to release emotional blockage

Piece by piece trauma healing spell

Healing from childhood trauma spell bottle

Spell bottle for reassurance 

“My trauma does not hold me back” sigil

Insomnia + nightmares:

Restful sleep and sweet dreams sachet

Sleep crystal spell

Stuffed animal sleep spell

Sleep easy spell sachet

Sleepy witch tip

Nightmare ward charm

Nightmare repellent

Nightmare prevention - crystals and herbs

Dream witch nightmare tips

Intrusive thoughts:

OCD assistance bath

Spell to ward against intrusive thoughts

Spell to control intrusive thoughts

Banish intrusive thoughts incantation

Banishing unwanted thoughts spell

Intrusive thought banishing spell

“I am in control of my OCD” sigil 

Panic attacks:

Panic attack relief pouch

Anti-panic attack spell earrings

Rose Quartz calming spell

“Ease my panic attacks” sigil

“I have less panic attacks” sigil

Paranoia:

Crystals for paranoia

“My paranoia does not control me” sigil

“I don’t let paranoid thoughts overcome me” sigil

“My paranoia does not affect me” sigil

Picking (hair, skin, etc.):

Ease skin picking spell

“I resist the urge to pick my skin” sigil

“I keep from picking” sigil

“My trichotillomania is under control” sigil

“I don’t pull out my hair or eyelashes” sigil

“I am in control and resist the desire to pick my hair” sigil

Mood Swings/Emotional Balance: 

Increasing your emotional tolerance spell

Crystals for BPD

“I regulate my emotions well”

“I am happy and do not have mood swings” sigil

If anyone has content on a category I wasn’t able to include, or for a category that is lacking, feel free to send it my way and I’ll get a part two started for this post! Click [here] for the chronically ill symptoms masterpost. 

[witchyserenity]

in witchcraft you don’t pick crystals, crystals pick you

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In my experience, some signs that a crystal has chosen you include:

The crystal is noticeably warm when you pick it up

Your hand automatically drifts towards one particular crystal, even if it is not what you intended to choose

An intense feeling of MINE when you first touch a crystal

Prolonged thought about a specific crystal

Seeing colors or hearing sounds when first touching a crystal

The crystal is noticeably colder than room temperature upon first contact, then quickly becomes warmer than your body while in your hand

A reluctance to put a certain crystal back onto the shelf

[witchywix]

I feel this

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Stairway Clarity Tarot Spread

Gives you an overview over two problems/ options in your current situation, their results and solutions to them. Ask e.g. “What are the two main problems of my romantic situation/ friendship/career etc.?”

Cards turning up in Position 2 don’t necessarily show problems but also chances and opportunities. So they could also be options, depending on the context.

1) Your current situation

2a) Option/Problem a

3a) Result of your option/problem

4a) Solution to your problem

5a) Final result if solution is applied

2b) Option/ Problem b

3b) Result of your problem

4b) Solution to your problem

5b) Final result if solution is applied

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