God of: Personification of the Ocean, God of Brewing and the Sea
Culture: Norse
Symbols: Aegishjalmur, Laguz Rune
Plants: Oak, Polybody, Rose
Animals: Dolphins, Whales and other Sea Creatures
Colors: Blue, Green, Turquoise and other sea-like shades
Tarot: King of Cups
Offerings: Singing Sea Shanties, Seashells and Pearls, Cleaning up shores and the oceans, Bread, Sea Glass, A Bowl of Salt Water with food dropped into it, Anything related to the sea. Do not offer most Beers as he does not like the modern chemical-filled ales. Homebrew or Local Brew beer is better.
💕 Aengus Og
God of: Youth, Love, Poetic Inspiration, Summer, Healing
Offerings: Cool Water, Strong Liquor like Rum, Spicy Foods, Dark and Bitter Chocolate, Strong Incense, Cypress Oil, Locks and Keys, Honor the dead and your ancestors, Leave flowers on graves, Support orphans and the homeless, Act as a guide for someone
💘 Aphrodite
Goddess of: Love, Beauty, Fertility
Culture: Greek
Symbols: Seashells, Scallop Shells, Venus, Golden Apples, 5, Mirrors
Colors: Red, Pink, Violet, Silver, Aqua, Seafoam, Light Blue
Tarot: The Empress, The Lovers, The Star, The Suit of Cups
Offerings: Roses, Chocolate, Apples, Jewelry, Beauty Products, Seashells, Olive Oil, Honey, Wine, Cinnamon, Art and Music, Mirrors, Rose Quartz
☀️ Apollo
God of: The Sun, Prophecy, Oracles, Light, Music, The Arts, Song, Poetry, Healing, Medicine, Plague, Disease, Protection of the youth, Knowledge, Herds
Culture: Greek
Symbols: Lyre, Laurel Wreath, Silver Bow and Arrows, Tripod, The Sun, Sunday,
Plants: Laurel, Larkspur, Cypress, Apple Trees, Palm Trees, Hyacinthus
Offerings: Red Wine, Olive Oil, Sun Water, Citrus Fruits, Honey, Golden Objects, Feathers, Lamb or Goat Meat, Cheese, Bread, Sunflowers, Laurel Wreaths, Aloe Vera
🐕 Arawn
God of: Ruler of Annwn the Celtic Otherworld, Leader of the Wild Hunt, Death, The Underworld and Justice
Offerings: Game Birds such as Duck or Turkey, Bread, Honey, Milk, Mead and Ale
😇 Archangel Michael
God of: One of the highest-ranking Angels, Rules over The Sun, Protection, Courage, Justice, Order, Leadership, Health, Compassion, Travel, Magic, Guidance, Triumph, Strength and Confidence
Culture: Christian
Symbols: Scales, Swords
Plants: Michaelmas Daisies, Basil, Sunflower
Animals: Dragon
Colors: Gold, Orange, Yellow
Tarot: The Emperor, The Hierophant
Offerings: Standing up for others and helping the environment, Wine, Water, Lamb meat, White Wool, Frankincense
Symbols: Silver Wheel, Full Moon, Weaving Tools, The Zodiac, Corona Borealis
Plants: Ivy, Lavender, Rosemary, Cedar, Pine
Animals: Spiders, Owls, Wolves
Colors: Silver, White, Green, Blue, Purple
Tarot: The Star, The Moon, Wheel of Fortune
Offerings: Silver Coins, White Candles, Wheat, Fruits, Home-cooked meals, Salads, Wine, Water, Hot Teas, Smoothies, Study the Constellations and the Zodiac
🏹 Artemis
Goddess of: The Hunt, Wild Animals, Wilderness, Childbirth, Girls, Chastity, Archery, Disease and Plague
Tarot: The High Priestess, The Hanged Man, Temperance, The Moon, Queen of Pentacles, Knight of Cups, Page of Wands
Offerings: Red Wine, Olive Oil, Honey, Water, Almonds, Walnuts, Honeycakes, Fruit, Artemisia Plants, Arrows, Dance, Cypress, Pine Cones and Branches, Cider, Game Meat, Protect nature and wildlife, Always help animals and women in need, Go hiking, Research native plants and animals, Follow the moon phases and work with them
Symbols: Basket, Ankh, The Sun and Moon, Perfume Jar
Plants: Catnip, Vervain, Cinnamon, Cannabis
Animals: Cat, Lion
Colors: Green, Gold
Tarot: The Chariot, Strength, The Sun
Offerings: Perfume, Salves and Body Scrubs, Milk, Meat, Honey, Gold Items, Chocolate, Pastries, Onions and Garlic, Bread, Beer, Tea, Taking care of cats
🐉 Benzaiten / Benten
Goddess of: Water, Literature, Music, Wealth, Femininity, Fertility, Dance, Love
Animals: Snakes, Sheep, Cows, Bees, Owls and Hibernating animals
Colors: Green, Red, White, Gold and Blue
Tarot: The Hierophant, The Lovers, Strength, The Hermit, The Sun, Suit of Wands
Offerings: Blackberries, Milk, Bread, Herbal Teas, Heather, Brigid’s Cross, Beer, Apple Cider, Honey, Baked Goods, Corn Dollies, Sheeps Wool Products, Jewelry or Metal Items, Eggs, Cakes left on the windowsill at Imbolc
❄️ Cailleach
Goddess of: Winter, Wind, The Cold, Creation, Transformation
Culture: Celtic
Symbols: Hammers, Hills, Mountains, Skulls, Snow, Wands, Waning Moons
God of: Kingship, The Sky, War, Protection, Healing
Culture: Egyptian
Symbols: Crown, Eye of Horus, Ankh, The Sun, The Moon
Plants: Acacia, Lettuce, Iris, Lotus, Olive
Animals: Falcon, Hawk, Bull, Peacock, Lion
Colors: Green
Tarot: The Emperor, The Hierophant, The Chariot, The Sun, Judgment, King of Swords
Offerings: Raw meat left out for hawks and falcons, Bread, Weaponry, Water, Milk, Ale, Wine, Coffee, Fruits and Vegetables, Figs, Dates, Chocolate with nuts,
Goddess of: Love, Demonic, Beauty, Wisdom, Life, Rebirth, Fertility, Motherhood, Inner-strength, Illumination, Mysteries, Spiritual Initiation, The Night, The Evening Star
Culture: Demonic
Symbols: Crossroad, Dark Moon
Plants: Apple, Poisonous Plants like Belladonna and Hemlock, Mugwort, Sandalwood, Rose
Animals: Owl, Serpent, Cat, Goat
Colors: Black, Red
Tarot: The Devil
Offerings: Apples, Pomegranates, Wine, Chocolate, Rose, Champagne, Honey, Seductive Perfume, Fancy Jewelry, Swords and Daggers, Red or Black Silk, Mirrors
🤘 Loki
God of: Trickery
Culture: Norse
Symbols: Bjarken and Logr Runes, Fishing Nets, Masks, Earthquakes
Plants: Mistletoe, Birch, Common Haircap Moss, Bentgrass, Cinnamon, Dandelion, Beech, Blackthorn, Elder, Elm, Ivy, Juniper, Mullein, Thistle, Willow, Yew
God of: Justice, Compassion, War, Healing, Magic, Storms, Agriculture
Culture: Mesopotamian
Symbols: Lightning, War Chariot, Weapons
Plants: Grain
Animals: Horse, Dog, Dragon, Eagle
Colors: Gold
Tarot: The Emperor
Offerings: Beer, Ale, Daggers, Golden Jewelry, Bread and Grains, Coffee, Artwork and Poetry, Feathers, Meat, Fruit
🕯️ Medea
Goddess of: Witch and Priestess of Hecate, Invoke for Justice, Vengeance and Protection
Culture: Greek
Symbols: Poisons, Cauldrons, Golden Fleece
Plants: Juniper, Olive, Wolf’s Bane
Animals: Dragon, Snake
Colors: Gold, White
Tarot: The Magician
Offerings: Wine, Frankincense, Milk, Honey, Poisons, Artifacts of Witchcraft, Flowers, Snake and Dragon Imagery
🤰 Mokosh
Goddess of: Spinning, Weaving, Fiber Arts, Moisture, Shearing, Protection, Childbirth, Spell Casting, Fate, Fertility, Life, Death and Rebirth
Culture: Slavic
Symbols: Mokosh Stones, Rain, Solar and Earthly Symbols
Plants: Local Seasonal Plants
Animals: Sheep, Cat, Horse
Colors: Gold, White, Red
Tarot: The Empress
Offerings: Personal Needlework, Wool and Flax, Grains and Bread, Salt, Oilseeds, Dairy, Berries, Eggs (especially Pisanki), Porridge, Milk, Honey, Herbs, Fruits, Vegetables, A lock of your own hair, Locally sourced seasonal crops
Plants: Avens, Ferns, Oak, Oak Moss, Polybody, Verbena, Rosemary, Reeds, Bay
Animals: Fish, Aquatic Creatures
Colors: Blue
Tarot: King of Cups
Offerings: Fish, Seafood, Pork, Chocolate Coins, Sea Salt Chocolate, Dark Beer, Gin, Golden Items, Beads, Shells, Tobacco, Fishing Gear
🌃 Nut
Goddess of: Night
Culture: Egyptian
Symbols: Ankh, Water Pot
Plants: Sycamore, Fig
Animals: Boar, Cow, Vulture, Hippo
Colors: Dark Blue
Tarot: The Star
Offerings: Milk, Cool Water, Star-shaped Foods, Blue Goldstone, Blue Flowers
🌌 Nyx
Goddess of: Night
Culture: Greek
Symbols: Crescent Moon, Mist, Darkness, Stars
Plants: Poppies, Night blooming Lilies, Moon Flowers, Gladiolus
Animals: Owl, Crow, Bat
Colors: Dark Blue, Black
Tarot: The Star
Offerings: Milk, Black Coffee or Tea, Dark Chocolate, Silver Jewelry, Dragon Fruit, Dew gathered before the run rises, Wine, Dark Beer or Liquors, Starry and Celestial Items
📖 Odin
God of: Wisdom, Healing, Death, Royalty, The Gallows, Frenzy, Knowledge, War, Battle, Victory, Sorcery, Poetry and The Runic Alphabet
Animals: Peacock, Vulture, Catfish, River Fish in general, Cricket, Leopard, Crocodile
Colors: White, Gold, Amber, Yellow, Coral
Tarot: The Empress
Offerings: Honey (taste before you offer it) , A Bowl of water, Flowers, Seashells, Beauty Items, Chamomile Tea, Cooked Shrimp and Spinach, Yellow and Orange fruits and vegetables, Sliced Orange drizzled with tasted cinnamon honey
⚰️ Osiris
God of: The Underworld, Death and Resurrection, Fertility, Agriculture
Plants: Willow, Tamarisk Tree, Many types of houseplants
Animals: Bull, Ostrich, Dog
Colors: Black, Green
Tarot: The Emperor, The Hierophant, The Lovers, The Hanged Man, Death, Judgment
Offerings: Green and Black crystals, Bread, Beer, Beef, Bird meat, Nice Clothing
🌫️ Ọya
Goddess of: Weather, Death and Rebirth, A Psychopomp, Patron of the Niger River (Odò-Ọya)
Culture: Yoruba
Symbols: Lightning, Sword or Machete, Fly-whisk
Plants: Akoko Tree (Newbouldia laevis), Camwood, Camphor, Cypress, Marigold, Mimosa
Animals: Water Buffalo, Antelope, Sheep, Locust
Colors: Purple, Burgundy, The Rainbow
Tarot: Strength, The High Priestess, The Empress
Offerings: Starfruit, Black-eyed Peas, Plums, Purple Grapes, Nine Eggplants is a traditional offering (or one Eggplant sliced into nine pieces), Red Wine
🐐 Pan
God of: The Wild, Shepherds and Flocks, Rustic Music, Fertility, Hunters, Mountains, Forests and Meadows
Culture: Greek
Symbols: Panpipes
Plants: Coriscan Pine, Water-reed, Pine Trees
Animals: Goat
Colors: Green, Brown, Purple
Tarot: The Fool, The Lovers, The Devil, King of Pentacles, Page of Pentacles
Offerings: Pine cones, Pine Branches, Animal Bones, Musical Instruments (especially Woodwinds), Milk, Honey, Lamb or Goat Meat
Colors: Green, Silver, Black, White, Gray, Red, Maroon, Brown
Tarot: The Moon
Offerings: Soft-sounding Music, A white candle with the number 7 carved into it, White Flowers, Apples, Willow, Ivy, Evergreens, Caring for Horses, Caring for Dogs, Studying liminal spaces and astral work
💀 Santa Muerte
Goddess of: Healing, Protection, Financial Wellbeing, The Afterlife
Culture: Mexican
Symbols: Scythe, Globe, Scales of Justice, Oil Lamp
Offerings: (Traditional liquid offerings are poured into the ground and food is buried ) Red Wine, Olive Oil, Water, Honey, Poppy Seeds, Black Tea, Dark Chocolate, Feathers, Animal Bones, Snake Skin, Graveyard Dirt (collected respectfully)
🍃 The Dagda
God of: Fertility, Agriculture, Strength, Magic, Druidry, Wisdom, Father-figure, King and Druid
Culture: Celtic
Symbols: Club, Cauldron, Harp
Plants: Grains, Oats
Animals: Pig, Bull
Colors: Black, Silver, White, Purple
Tarot: Strength, Wheel of Fortune, The World, King of Pentacles, King of Wands
Tarot: The Magician, The Hierophant, The Star, The Moon
Offerings: Black Tea, Water, Honey, Blackberries, Apricots, Salmon or Tuna, Oranges (and orange-flavored things), Walnuts or Cashews, Quills, Fountain Pens, Leather-bound Books and Journals, Books you think he’d enjoy, Silver, Poetry, Dark Chocolate, Whiskey, Gin, Mead, Mint Tea, Moon Water
God of: The Underworld, Earth, Water, Music, Magic, Trickery, Cattle, Wealth
Culture: Slavic
Symbols: The Symbol of Veles
Plants: Willow
Animals: Cow, Bear, Snake, Wolf, Dragon, Owl
Colors: Gold, Yellow, Red
Tarot: The Magician, The Hierophant, The Star, The Moon
Offerings: Cooked Corn, Bread, Herbs (especially Basil), Wooden Flutes and String Instruments, Black Wool or Fur, Things carved from Wood, Coins, Chicken, Mistletoe, Music,
☦️ Virgin Mary
Goddess of: Mother of Jesus
Culture: Christian
Symbols: Golden Apples, Ashwood Box
Plants: Anemone, Lily of the Valley, Primula, Rose, Snowdrop, Strawberry
Animals: Songbirds
Colors: Green, Silver, Red, Yellow
Tarot: Page of Wands, Queen of Cups, Queen of Pentacles
Offerings: Candles, Sweet-smelling Oils, Herbs and Flowers that are sacred to her
🌧️ Zeus
God of: King of the Gods, The Sky, Weather, Law, Order, Justice, Hospitality
Plants: Oak, Olive, Wild Celery, Artichoke, White Poplar, Linden Tree
Animals: Eagle, Bull, Cuckoos, Swan
Colors: Gold, Yellow, Blue, White, Purple, Silver
Tarot: The Emperor, Justice, Wheel of Fortune, King of Swords, The Fool
Offerings: Wine, Olive Oil, Water, Honey, Milk, Red Meat, Bread and Cakes, Rainwater, Golden Objects, Crowns, Scales, Eagle Feathers, Oak Branches and Leaves, Beef or Mutton, Whiskey, Cinnamon
I wasn’t really resonating with any of the full deck spreads I was finding so I’ve ended up making my own. It’s intended to be a big check in for yourself, your life, and the next 12 months. Ideally, you would only do it at most every few months. But without further ado, here are the card positions.
Full Deck Spread
1-5 Positive things in your life right now
6-10 Things you can currently improve
Self Check In
11-13 Spiritual
14-15 Emotional
17-19 Mental
20-22 Physical
Life Check In
23-24 Home
25-26 Family
27-28 Work/School
29-20 Relationships
Monthly Forecast
31-34 January
35-38 February
39-42 March
43-46 April
47-50 May
51-54 June
55-58 July
59-62 August
63-66 September
67-70 October
71-74 November
75-78 December
**If you want to add an oracle card in the middle, go wild. I feel like it could provide a nice little overall message for the reading.**
Y'all ever get the vibes that we're out here seriously over-complicating witch shit
A while back I was in a bit of a pickle. I didn't know how to approach the situation from a magical perspective. A friend of mind said, "hey, not to be pedantic - but have you tried just asking?"
I did just that. I went out and had myself a little prayer asking for help, and the situation was resolved.
Just the other day a friend of mine had an unwanted spirit in her house. She asked for help on banishing it.
"Not to be pedantic," I said. "But have you tried asking it to leave?"
She did just that and it left immediately.
I think we can forget how simple magic and witchcraft can be.
Perhaps, breaking out the candles and chanting over fancy incense is not supposed to be the first step.
I've been practicing magic for nearly 9 years; not too long, but enough to learn a thing or two. I saw a post last month: "y'all are over-complicating cleansing, just blow on it and brush it off."
Bullshit, I said. If that worked, why am I over here with my damn chants and saltwater.
I tried it, and it worked. No visualization, no incantations, no charmed saltwater.
It's come into my awareness since I recreated my blog in January that the kinds of things I like to discuss and create content on is not beginner level/101 magic.
I think the kind of stuff I'm into is step 3 or 4, well beyond asking the spirit to leave, and well beyond pulling out the first candle to speak a charm over.
I think at that point, it's alright for things to get technical and complex.
But do you guys ever feel like....
Candle spells aren't supposed to be that complicated.
Cultivating power isn't supposed to be that complicated.
Talking to spirits isn't supposed to be that complicated.
Maintaining spiritual hygiene isn't supposed to be that complicated.
Do you all ever get the vibes that we're out here going nuclear on ourselves and everything around us when we're not supposed to be?
I think maybe I'm a part of that culture. I do label stuff as 101 that I shouldn't be. I think that because my goal is to break stuff down to where anyone regardless of experience level can understand it, I somehow think it's basic, everyday, or beginner level.
When it ain't.
I wonder how many people out here think they're magically weak or incapable because they're doing "simple, basic, beginner" energy work exercises and are actually raising huge amounts of energy - and exhausting themselves.
I wonder how many people think magic is fake or have given up hope because they started with a "basic, beginner" candle spell "anyone can do" calling for 2 candles, 7 herbs, and the intermediate-level instruction to "visualize and set intent."
I wonder how many people have given up on finding their spirit guides, or been scared away from it, because of discussions on how many skills you need to start.
I know it can get complex, and at a certain level it's very wise to have certain skills before you progress...
I just can't help but feel that not all of it is supposed to be hard, most of it should be easy, and the things that help people commonly everyday should be easiest of all.
Stop taking information at face value. Ask questions like “why is rose quartz always associated with love” or “why do people always cleanse” you’ll begin to gain a deeper understanding of the craft and why things are used the way that they are.
I've had a few people ask me to make a cohesive list of common uses of herbs, so here's the post responding to those asks. I know I have quite a few posts about herbs, but I don't think I've discussed things such as uses and how-tos, so this is a brief list of a few more common, easy uses.
Burning. This one is pretty self-explanatory. Burning herbs, or adding some to your smoke cleanse, is a beginner-friendly way to infuse your space with the effects of that herb. For example, adding a basil leaf to your smoke cleanse will help protect your space from outside influences. Be careful with this if you have pets or are sensitive to inhalants, and make sure to research if something is safe to burn.
Adding Whole. This includes things like ritual work, spell jars, etc. It's the practice of using the herb as it is, be it dried, fresh, store-bought, however you get it.
Passive Whole. Using whole herbs passively is usually quick and easy. This usually applies to things like lavender under your pillow for good dreams or carrying acorns for luck.
Scattering. Just as it sounds. Scattering herbs around your space can infuse it with the effects of said herbs, similar to smoke cleansing. This is a good alternative if you have pets or are sensitive to smoke. This includes hanging dried bay leaves for protection or scattering salt around your space for cleansing.
Consumables. Mostly used in kitchen magic, this is the practice of consuming herbs to benefit from their metaphysical properties. You can add cloves or nutmeg to a latte, lavender into your tea, etc. It can also apply to cooking every day meals, so there can always be a touch of magic in your kitchen.
I know it can be difficult keeping up with your practices when you're stressed, especially as the holidays come to a close and we're exhausted. I hope my blog has shown you a few easy things you can do to passively practice. As always, be safe, do your research, and Blessed Be :)
Tips and Commissions for a struggling witch: Ko-Fi
sea salt - though not technically a herb , sea salt is great for purification and cleansing while also helping to balance emotions .
black pepper - black pepper is most commonly used to protect and banish negative energies . it also tends to ward off evil .
basil - the magical uses behind this herb span out from protection to love to wealth to driving away the evil eye . basil is also sometimes known as the witches herb .
sage - sage is both a powerful and magical herb with varied different uses . these properties include wisdom , cleansing , lifting spirits , purification , healing and longevity .
rosemary - this herb is blessed with a variety of different uses — from purification to lust and love to good health to cleansing and preventing nightmares .
oregano - this herb is good for promoting joy , strength , vitality and energy .
bay leaves - one of the most common herb found in a witches cabinet — these are good for love , protection , money , success , manifestion and binding . they can also be used to remove jinxes .
lavender - most commonly used for protection , peace , love , purification and clarity . lavender can also be used to assist in mediation , divination and even sleep . pair lavender with a piece of amethyst for a great night sleep .
chamomile - primarily used in love , healing and stress reducing spells , but can also used for luck and gambling .
thyme - the best herb for attracting loyalty , affection and a good reputation . other properties include courage and strength . it's also believed to be a stimulant for psychic gifts .
peppermint - peppermint is a great herb for cleansing energy , rest , dreams , renewal and prosperity , passion , fluidity and psychic stimulant .
cardamom - cardamom is an amazing herb for love and lust , sexuality , building and reigniting intimacy .
cloves - commonly used to attract prosperity & friendship . some other uses include , banishing evil , attracting love , promoting home and personal protection , attracting money and preventing gossip .
ginger - provides protection from evil and is widely used to heat up love affairs and sexuality . some other properties include passion , love , money , luck and energy .
parsley - this herb is used for purification and protection . it can be used to promote fertility and lust .