As witches, we have so many things to celebrate! We have the sabbats, the astrological shifts, and of course, the many phases of the moon. The moon, in particular, is perfect to create a ceremony around because it is a powerful source of energy, and you can celebrate the moon no matter what phase it’s in!
I’ve written these spells as a complete ritual to perform once you’ve found a job you want and have decided to go for it. While they will be most effective when done in order, you can use individual spells as you need them — for example, if you’ve already turned in an application or resume and need to move onto the interview spells, etc.
Fire is one of the most versatile and powerful elements we have available to us as witches. It provides many benefits to humans and animals, such as light and warmth. It also has the ability to harm and destroy. Because of this, we often view fire as one of the most dangerous elements. To help you take advantage of the power that fire can bring to your craft safely, today we’re going to be covering the basics of ritual fire building.
For many of us, the onslaught of new in witchcraft can leave us feeling disconnected from our roots and from our predecessors. For any witch looking to deepen their craft, our collective history can be an invaluable tool. Learning about magic wielders from centuries past can give us a sense of connection, inspire us, and help to transform out practice in ways we might not expect. In the same spirit, today we’re going to be looking at the mythos of one of North America’s most famous magical women. There are more than a few witches practicing in Louisiana but there is only one Voodoo Queen!
How do you actually choose which cards to use for your spells? Do you stick to only using the Major Arcana? You can, but then you’re leaving a full 56 cards and all of their power on the table, completely untapped. Today, we’re going to take a look at the ways you can use the Minor Arcana to work magic, specifically focusing on the emotional realm of the cups cards.
I’ve been reading about happiness and joy lately. It’s one thing everybody wishes they had more of in their lives but struggle with. Sometimes we’re happy and don’t realize it, looking back fondly at better times without enjoying the moment we’re living in. Sometimes happiness feels out of reach because we see our happiness tied inextricably with the accomplishment of a goal or the acquisition of a thing we want. If I had A, B or C, then I’d be happy. Whatever the reason for our perceived unhappiness, as witches we have the special ability to focus and manifest happiness pretty simply.
Moon altars are sacred, magical spaces that you create to honor and harness the different energies of the lunar cycle. Like all altars, a moon altar is a place where you can focus and direct energy through your witchcraft. You can perform spells or meditations at your moon altar or simply send your gratitude up to the moon for shining down on you night after night.
While there are lots of personality tests and career assessments available no one can tell you what you love better than you. Finding this truth may be hard for some because it’s been suppressed or never fully explored. Perhaps you showed an interest in art as a child, but this was never supported, or worse, it was ridiculed. Maybe you, like many, felt pressure to follow a different path that wasn’t your own but pleased someone else. The good news is that even though this purpose hasn’t fully bloomed yet, it’s never too late, and you have the answer (and power to change) within. You just have to find it.
The world is full of all kinds of sights, sounds, smells, and sensations. Some people can have stronger reactions to these forms of stimuli than others. We’re all unique, and we all experience situations differently. As a witch, you’re familiar with working with different energies. Because of this, you might be particularly sensitive to specific energies. You might notice that you’re tired or drained after riding public transportation, dealing with a roommate or a difficult boss, or attending an event with a large group of people. If this sounds like you, then listen up. Today we’re going to look at some spells that will help you protect your energy when you’re living in a crowded world.
In the final installment of this series, we’re going to finish up the animal kingdom with insects and mammals. These two vastly different groups have much to lend to our magic. The similarities and differences between these two types of critters and ourselves can illuminate many of our own strengths, weaknesses, and abilities within the craft.
Love potions are some of the most coveted potions in witchcraft. Songs have been written about them. Entire movie plots revolve around them. And some companies have even named products after them! If you’re ready to make your own love potions, read on! Here are three love potion recipes that are safe, simple, and powerful!
I had so much fun writing about animals in magic in part one of the animal magic series but there were so many animals I wasn’t able to cover the first time around. I’m going to try to get to everyone’s favorites in the next two parts, and a few intriguing creatures that we may not think about as magical. Animals can lend such a wide variety of energies to a witch’s work that it’s worth it to delve into more of their associations. I hope you enjoy learning about these animals as much as I did!
Everything about stones is fun. They’re fun to find and be surprised by. They’re fun to place around your space to make it look great. They’re fun to carry with you and refer to throughout the day. Perhaps the most enjoyable thing about stones and crystals is that you can custom pick which ones you want based on their meanings. This article will be a guide to help you decide what stones to use in your witchcraft depending on your needs. There are a lot of these beauties to cover so let’s jump right in!
The glory of plants is understood, especially by witches, but perhaps not understood as completely as it could be. If you’re writing a spell or working on your craft, finding the best suited plant for your intention can be crucial. In this article, I hope to unveil the rich symbolism of plants — as well as provide you with a guide on how they can work for you in your magic.
Naturally, because numbers feature so prominently in our lives, and always have, they have a mighty significance in the realm of magic and the occult. Witches use numbers in so many aspects of their craft that numbers have become their own crucial component, as much as anything else. We don’t randomly use five anise seeds in a powder or set up two candles or recite an incantation three times; we use certain amounts because of what these numbers represent to us. In this article, I’d like to explore the power of numbers and share some magic centered on numbers to illustrate how you can use them to enhance your witchcraft!
Hotels, vacation rentals, and any other spaces where many people have been living and sleeping will likely hold strong energy. It’s more noticeable than the energy of a coffee shop or other public space because people will do things in a hotel room that they wouldn’t necessarily do in public. For example, they might have a heated argument with a loved one or have a good long cry about something. Depending on when the space was last cleansed, it could hold a mixture of energy going back for years. No witch wants to waste their vacation being plagued by that kind of energy so today we’re going to talk about some easy ways that you can cleanse your hotel room and make the most of your travel time.
Cultures around the world include animal symbolism in their religions and systems of belief. In Haitian Voudou, they practice snake worship. Damballa is a serpent and is seen as the creator of all life. Hindus worship the cow in recognition of all the animal offers society. The ancient Egyptians worshipped cats, and many gods took on the appearance of animals. The list goes on and on; however, most relevant to us are animals associated with witchcraft. These are animals such as cats, birds, bats, toads and other creatures that get a bad rap. Today, I’d like to share with you some animal associations you can use in spells, divination, talismans, altar-making, and just simple invocations to bring the power of each of these animals into your practice. I only focused on a few animals, so if you need something more specific for your intentions, believe me, all you have to do is do a little digging — there is a perfect animal symbol out there for any need you have!
The full moon is arguably the most powerful time of the lunar cycle. It’s certainly a sight to behold as it hangs in the sky and shines down on you like a big spotlight. These spells are designed to work with full moon energy, but you can also use the concepts presented here to use full moon energy in your other, more general spells. If you’re looking for several more unique ways to get started using the full moon in your witchcraft, here are four full moon spells to try.
In any discussion about witchcraft, intention is bound to come up. It seems like people are always throwing that word around when they’re discussing spells and casting methods. It doesn’t matter what kind of magic you’re doing, whether it’s a candle spell or a potion, a sigil or astral traveling, intention is at the core of all of it. That leads us to a little problem though, nobody ever seems to explain what intention IS. It’s time to remedy that. If you’re going to be using magic, you need to understand it! How are you supposed to troubleshoot your spells, design your own rituals, or make informed decisions about your craft if you don’t actually understand the mechanisms behind it? It’s time to demystify intention and take a good look at what it is that makes it so indispensable to our spell crafting.
Today we'll be wrapping up the Cursing 101 series and talking about types of curses. Knowing the types of curses that are out there is helpful not only when casting curses yourself but also when trying to break them, so regardless of whether or not you're a cursing witch this information can still come in handy!
