As someone who both practices witchcraft and is chronically ill, I find it important to be able to practice my craft even when I’m physically restricted, such as being bedridden. I hope this list inspires you to practice the craft in a way that fits your lifestyle ❤

Tarot:

• Sleep with the deck under your pillow.
  
• Do a two-card (or more!) spread – you don’t have to lay it out if you can’t sit up, you can hold them in your hand or place on your lap.
• Pick one card that represents what you want from the next day and slip it under your pillow or mattress for the night.
• Play around with a tarot app (I like the products from Labyrinthos but there’s loads out there.)
• Memorize the meanings of the cards.
• Make or buy a mini deck for easier use.
• Do the easy “find this card and whatever is above or below it =X” spreads.

Scrying:

• Use a black mirror or picture frame with black cloth/paper behind it.
  
• Get a mini scrying bowl and fill with water, cradle it in your hands.

Pendulum:

• Wear it around your neck.
  
• Shorten the string so you don’t have to sit up.
• Prop your hand on a pillow if you need the strength/steadiness.
• Use off of the side of your bed if it’s too long (this can be a bit awkward)
• Keep it under your pillow.
• Use a mini pendulum or a necklace as a pendulum.
• Make a simple board or don’t use one at all, just condition your pendulum with basic movements.
• *You CAN use a pendulum even with shaky hands, it just takes a bit of bonding and conditioning.*

Tasseomancy:

• Get a mug with two handles.
  
• Keep in a sealable container until you’re ready.
• Put a towel over yourself in case you spill.
• Use a Tupperware container. No shame.

Runes: (Written by Tumblr user @adragonspath)

• Sleep with your runes next to you.
• Memorize their meaning.
• Draw one rune and meditate on their meaning and how you can manifest them in your life.
• Charge them with sun/moon light by your window.
• Study their origin and reading methods.
• Crystal and wooden runes: connect with the element Earth and the intent corresponding to the crystal/type of wood.
• Other materials: meditate on the origin and developement of that material. Connect with the corresponding element and intent.

As someone who both practices witchcraft and is chronically ill, I find it important to be able to practice my craft even when I’m physically restricted, such as being bedridden. I hope this list inspires you to practice the craft in a way that fits your lifestyle ❤

*Quick note: I’m a firm believer that deities understand our situation and understand when we put our health first. You do not NEED to do any of these things!*

• Burn candles or incense that remind you of them. If you are unable to do this, try an oil diffuser or room spray.
  
• Use blankets, sheets, pillows, etc. that have colors you associate with them.
  
• Make an online devotional blog or altar. 
  
• Chat with other people who work with them. 
• If your body is okay with it, eat foods that are sacred/connected to them.
  
• Hang pictures or decorations that correspond with their sacred animals, plants, or what lessons or teachings they present to you.
  
• Write devotional poetry, or make drawings for them.
  
• Draw sigils for them and hang them on your walls, ceiling, or put under your mattress.
  
• Find a stuffed animal that you feel captures their essence or reminds you of them, and hold it close when you need the support.
  
• Research them/browse their tag on tumblr.
  
• Keep stones and crystals you associate with them near you – on a bedside table or under your pillow.
  
• Use astral travel or dream magic to connect with them.
  
• Listen to music that makes you feel closer to them.
  
• Watch shows or movies that remind you of them.
  
• Pray to them, talk to them, write them a letter. Stay in communication with them, especially in times of need.
  
• Meditate.
  
• Drink something warm or cool that helps you connect with them.
  
• Make a spell bottle/jar that you feel captures their essence. Charge during good days, use for connection and support during the not-so-good days.
  
• Make emoji spells to feel more connected to them.
  
• Expose yourself to natural light (or gentle artificial light) or complete darkness, depending on the deity.
  
• Devote small, everyday tasks to them. 
  
• Read books about them, or that remind you of them/their values.
  
• Make herb sachets for them, keep them under your pillow or hang on your wall.
  
• Wear scented oils, perfumes, lotions, or pick a shampoo with a scent or ingredients that make you think of them.
  
• Again, please note that you don’t need to do anything to be connected to your gods/goddesses/deities. They know and understand what you are going through, and are patient. 

As someone who both practices witchcraft and is chronically ill, I find it important to be able to practice my craft even when I’m physically restricted, such as being bedridden. I hope this list inspires you to practice the craft in a way that fits your lifestyle ❤

• Open a window, or crack the curtains
  
• Hang rainbow prisms in your window
  
• Keep a houseplant nearby
  
• If regular houseplants require too much energy: Try cacti, succulents, lucky bamboo, or spider plants!
  
• Hang nature/forest/plant artwork around
  
• Get air freshener or room spray that reminds you of the outdoors
  
• Watch a nature documentary or shows with people exploring nature – check out nature (photography) videos on Netflix for calming videos
  
• Listen to forest soundscapes
  
• Set a nature scene as your screensaver
  
• Keep a jar of soil around
  
• Talk with any nature deities you work with
  
• Follow nature blogs
  
• Get sheets, blankets, or pillowcases with leafy designs, flower designs, etc.
  
• Get a star map app on your phone to be more connected to the night sky
  
• Have a vase of flowers (real or fake)
  
• Keep crystals around that remind you of nature (Moss agate, petrified wood, onyx, selenite, agate geodes, etc.)
  
• Use sigils designed to connect you to nature
  
• Use air conditioning or a fan to make it less stuffy in your room
  
• Read and write poetry about nature
  
• Press plants/flowers or hang dried herbs by your bed
  
• Spend some time looking outside of your window
  
• Burn a nature scented candle or incense (Irish moss, myrrh, frankincense, opium, and lavender)
  
• Use astral travel or dream magic to get to outdoor areas
  
• Watch livestream videos of outdoor areas
  
• Make a sachet of grass, oak bark (or whatever tree you like), quartz, and salt. Hang it near your bed.

With help from others:

• Get someone to collect rainwater for you, and use it to wash your face
  
• Ask a friend to take some pictures of cool places they go in nature and send them to you
  
• Have someone collect rocks/plants/feathers etc. from each day and bring them back for you 
  
• Have someone pick wildflowers for you
  
• Drink some herbal tea
  
• Have someone you trust harvest wild edibles/berries for you – or at least bring fresh fruits and veggies!
  
• Skype or video chat with someone while they’re outside
  
• Take the scenic route/detour to some natural areas the next time you need a car ride