The Magic & The Misery, Oh What Has It Done To Me?

Helloo, I’m just a big ol’ queer witch having a grand time!

[wtchyinfo]

really glorious what a walk and a meditation in the park will do

[wtchyinfo]

I’ve noticed that my body prepares me for things before I consciously know what’s going to happen. So interesting.

[webweabings]

TO RETURN TO MY TREES

“The Overstory” (2019), by Richard Powers; // “Wild Fruits: Thoreau's Rediscovered Last Manuscript” (2001), by Henry David Thoreau; // Kim Novak; // Chinese Proverb; // “To the lighthouse” (1927), by Virginia Woolf; // Santosh Kalwar; // Albert Szent-Gyorgyi; // “Cosmos” (1980), by Carl Sagan; // “Timeline” (1999), by Michael Crichton

[wtchyinfo]

what special things can you write rituals for that doesn’t include spell casting and that’s not to celebrate a sabbat or the moon phases?

[althara]

Some ideas...

Planting a plant

New crystal

New tarot deck

New... Well, anything really

Planetary events

National/local holidays that mean something to you on a personal level (I have a ritual for Remembrance Day, for example)

Birthdays

Meal time

Bed time

Getting up time

Leaving the house

Coming home

Some of those might seem a bit silly depending on your definition of 'ritual'. Some might also not quite meet your idea of 'special' but were to give an idea of more mundane things that can easily be ritualised.

[wtchyinfo]

This is really helpful! Thank you.

I’m writing a ritual now for planting a sunflower into the ground that I’ve nurtured from a seedling. 🌱

[wtchyinfo]

what special things can you write rituals for that doesn’t include spell casting and that’s not to celebrate a sabbat or the moon phases?

[thewitchspen]

5 Ways to Do Witchcraft With a Sewing Kit

You don't need fancy tools to practice the craft, hell you don't actually need anything at all to make magick happen. But if you're anything like me, sometimes you just need to do something with your hands to feel like you're doing anything at all. That's why I keep an emergency sewing kit in my bag, even though I can't sew for shit lol. How I use it:

1. Thread

I’ve never found a spell I haven’t been able to do with just a single piece of thread.

Every color serving its purpose, corresponding to various aspects of our lives; green for money, red for love and desire, yellow for friendship, blue for communication, purple for magic, brown for grounding, etc.

And if you’re limited to the barest of basics? That’s okay too. Black or white will do in a pinch.

Black for anything that I want to protect, banish, stop, or relate to Hekate’s domain as my patron deity.

White for healing, or anything I want to draw into myself.

Just cut your piece of thread and focus on your intent while tying your knots to solidify your will. If you’re familiar with numerology and how it relates to what you’re trying to do, feel free to apply that knowledge. Or just tie them until you feel confident it is done. Personally, I'm fond of sets of 3.

2. Scissors

Aside from their practical use, can be consecrated and used to sever the ties of old habits, cut toxic people from your life, or set you free from anything holding you back from being who you want or having the life you want to live. If the thread is symbolic of fate, the power to change that fate can be found in a pair of scissors.

3. Buttons

These can be enchanted to be anything you need, from protective shields to good luck charms. They can act as amulets you can sew into your clothing, or carry like worry stones to remind you of your goal or power.

Alternatively, they can be eyes for poppets, or wards to place in your home; inconspicuous little guards to keep your space and energy clear of negative influence.

4. Safety Pins

Not too different from buttons in that they’re another convenient, inconspicuous way to carry a protective amulet.

Worried about losing your magical button?

Don’t know how to, or even want to sew something into a garment?

Enchant your safety pin and secure it in place for as long as you need it with you. Take it off at the end of the day. You can even recharge it for the next time you need it.

I also love using them as little nets to trap negativity before it can touch me, similar to your traditional evil eye amulets, though a bit more accessible.

5. Sewing Needles

Just as versatile as the other tools, if not more so. You can use them to inscribe your intent into candles. You can use them as protective wards by placing them, crossed, into your curtains, or under your doormat at the entrance of your home.

Enchant them with your intent before using them in mundane ways too; like for comfort and safety before using one to repair a hole in your child’s favorite stuffed animal.

Like everything when it comes to witchcraft; the possibilities are only as limited as your imagination.

[chewbacca]

Matilda (1996), dir. Danny DeVito

[itsapmseymour]

They got new photos of the moon,

I knew she had colors hiding in there 🥹

[wtchyinfo]

did a self love spell a few weeks ago and I’m actually really pleased with how it’s working out.

[wtchyinfo]

I don’t really understand working with deities or gods and goddesses even though I see it everywhere. I have tried, but I just can’t connect to the idea or to them. Does anyone have any tips?

I know a lot of people who were bought up with faith find this easier, but I was bought up atheist.

I can connect with earth energy and the beings & spirits of the land because it feels more tangible to me than deities. Maybe it’s just not my path to connect with the gods?

[mamafoxglove-deactivated2015050]

Lets talk basics: Directing Energy

Directing energy involves concentration, focus and energy. After raising energy, it can be taxing. It’s important for the beginning practitioner to pace themselves. Baby steps lovelies, there’s no shame in it.

After raising the energy, focus on your intent. Infuse that intent with the energy you have and begging ‘moving’ it towards your goal. There are many mediums in which to achieve this; charging an object, casting out, imbuing it in a tool (poppet, charm, etc.) or simple a direct method.

Charging objects is an easy way to begin. Hold a stone or an item that represents your intent in your hands. Close your eyes and visualize the energy pouring from you and into that object. Hold the visualization, allowing the energy to become strong within that object. I like to use obsidian, charged with neutralizing energy and carry it with me, I touch it when I feel overwhelmed and allow myself to be neutralized.

Casting out requires a good deal more focus. I learned to cast out in a previous coven of mine. It works well when you need energy to reach someone or something you cant have contact with. Such as a sick loved one who lives far from you. Find yourself in a comfortable position. Visualize the energy forming almost solidly around you. Keep your intent in you thoughts. Begin visualizing that energy rising up into the sky or earth depending on your preference. As it rises, allow to to begin traveling in the direction of your intent. Release it and hold your focus for a few more moments, then rest, ground.

My personal favorite is to create a medium for directing energy. Such as allowing the energy to travel through a wand. Creating a doll, charm or other such item is a great way to continue sending energies certain way. I like to see poppet dolls for certain needs. With each stitch I can focus on my intent and imbue it with energy. Its almost as if you fill the object energy and it releases it slowly. Or quickly sometimes. These items will eventually become ‘empty’, usually after your goal has been met.

[goth-queen]

[enchantedbook]

'Under the Toadstool' by Margaret W. Tarrant, 1920

[kocalls]

[the-hermit-at-midnight]

My Notes: Fundamentals of Druidry For Beginners.

Druidry is a diverse and non-dogmatic belief system that centers on a deep, abiding reconnection with the Natural World. Because there is no single holy book or central authority, the "fundamentals" are often a matter of personal choice and experience.

Here are the core pillars of Druidry for a beginner:

1. The Three Tenets of Druidry

You can approach Druidry at three different levels, which most practitioners combine:

Life Philosophy: A fundamental love and respect for Nature, seeking to live in harmony with the environment and the Ancestors.

Spiritual Belief: The adoption of Animism, which is the belief that everything in Nature—not just humans—possesses a Spirit and consciousness.

Religion: The recognition of Deities, specifically the Earth Mother (the planet) and the Sky Father (the Sun), who together sustain the "delicate web of existence".

2. The Five Elements

Druids believe that everything in the physical world is composed of four elements: Air, Fire, Water, and Earth. A fifth element, Nwyfre (the Life Force), is the energy that flows through all things, sustaining the other four and providing consciousness to the Spirit.

3. The Wheel of the Year

Druid practice is anchored in the ever-flowing tide of the seasons. Practitioners celebrate eight festivals that follow the solar cycle:

Solstices: Alban Arthan (Winter) and Alban Hefin (Summer).

Equinoxes: Alban Eiler (Spring) and Alban Elfed (Autumn).

Fire Festivals: Imbolc (February), Beltane (May), Lughnasadh (August), and Samhuinn (October).

4. Ritual and Expression

Ritual is the "verbal and mental expression" of Druid belief. For beginners, ritual should be kept simple and focused on connecting with Nature. Common elements include:

Setting an Altar: Using items like a candle for Fire and a bowl of water for Water.

Calling the Quarters: Welcoming the Spirits of the four cardinal directions.

Chanting the Awen: The word Awen represents spiritual awakening and divine inspiration.

Sharing Bread and Mead: Symbolizing a thankfulness for the bounty of the seasons.

5. Ethics of Peace and Honour

Druid ethics are governed by the Druid Vow: "I swear by peace and love to stand, heart to heart and hand in hand".

Peace: Druids stand against conflict and act as channels for peace in their own hearts and the wider world.

Honour: This involves "walking our talk"—adjusting your behavior as you gain deeper consciousness of your impact on the Earth Community.

Reciprocity: A Druid never takes what they want, but only what they need, and always seeks to give back more than they take.

Practical Next Steps

Keep a Druid Journal: This is considered essential for recording your insights as you learn to transform a "World of the mundane" into a "World of Wonder".

Practice Observation: Spend time in nature (a "sit") to move beyond your mind and "come to your senses," observing the specific birds, plants, and weather cycles of your local environment.

Self-Initiation: When you feel ready, you can perform a personal initiation ritual to dedicate yourself to the path and introduce yourself to the spirits of the land.

[wtchyinfo]

I’ve moved my altar and feel so much better about where it is now. I’m also writing my first ritual for imbolc tomorrow so that’s exciting :)

Hope you all have a lovely night and day tomorrow.

[vilelithium]

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