Witchblr can be a great place but at the same time an extremely annoying one.
Bullet points are tips for new people if they are new.
I think the obvious one is that there are so many elitists here. These people just think that they know the exact way and the path that everyone should take and to say something that doesn’t correlate with their path means that you’re wrong. Sometimes they can be helpful but a lot of the time they just misinform you by saying something can only be done a particular way.
If someone is really biased toward a way of doing things or sends hate about other paths then they aren’t trustworthy.
My second problem is the viewpoints on wicca. Obviously it isn’t for everyone and it will be a stepping stone to witchcraft for many but I almost feel like the people here hate on the faith and just say it’s a beginner thing. There are some concerns and we should reiterate that not all witches are wiccan but at the same time wicca is valid.
All faiths and beliefs are valid in witchcraft. None are less important than others
Then again wiccans can hate on others. I see people reply to hexes telling people to remember the rule of three. Not everyone believes in this and we all have the right to do whatever magic we please.
People are entitled to hex whomever they want and when they want if it doesn’t contradict their religious beliefs.
Spells on here aren’t always good. People will post things because they sound nice or make an easy spell for beginner witches. Just because the outcome is pretty or it’s got a lot of likes doesn’t mean that it’s a good spell. People may not even test them before they put them out there.
Take everything with a grain of salt. Not all spells are good so try to make sure their source is reliable.
People who get restless when you take long to answer an ask. This happens a lot when you’re giving tarot readings which is so annoying. I get it can be annoying if you ask for a tarot reading but right now I have 10 asks and little energy to do them which isn’t helped by my depression which makes me want to do things even less.
People don’t owe you anything. If they’re taking a while to reply then be patient
Anyway this was a personal ramble. I’m gonna make a post on the good things about witchblr cause I’m not just a negative person aha.
If anyone is curious about wildlife tracking and lives in the greater Seattle area, there’s two cool little tracking classes/clubs two days each month. One is based out of Seattle and one based is out of the Snoqualmie valley.
It’s free but donations (of ~$5) are welcome and help cover gas costs for the people volunteering to run/teach the classes. I think it’s a great way to step into the world of tracking! [X]
**Based on a concept discussed in one of my counseling courses, where each slice of the wheel represents a section of your life and how well you feel like you’re doing in that area**
The idea behind this spread is to pull one card for each area of wellness to give you an idea of how you can improve that area of wellness. Under each section of wellness I’ve included just a few topics that might relate to that section. You can ask about a specific topic or just the overall area of wellness for each card.
1. Spiritual Wellness
-Connection to nature
-Belief in the divine
-Connection to a community
-Sense of self or sense of purpose
-Meaning in life
2. Financial Wellness
-Abundance and income
-Stability
-Paid vs. Unpaid work
-Productivity and work ethic
3. Physical Wellness
-Sleep
-Diet and exercise
-Medical appointments
-Medication/ vitamins
4. Emotional Wellness
-Awareness and acceptance of emotions
-Mindfulness
-Ability to Identify and express emotions
-Emotional stability/ regulation
-Use of positive coping strategies
5. Social Wellness
-Healthy and positive interactions
-Communication
-Sense of community
-Hobbies
-Social connections to family, friends, pets etc.
6. Intellectual Wellness
-Stimulating activities
-Challenges and engagement
-Productivity
-Continued learning
7. Environmental Wellness and Safety
-Do you feel safe in your immediate environment?
8. Overall Wellness
-What do you need to know to raise your wellness overall?
Happy Thanksgiving! I hope everyone has a special time with family and friends! I have here a gift for y’all that my dad has made for me every year:) I drink it on all the fall holidays and it’s a great addition to family feasts!
Ingredients
Apple Cider or Apple Juice
Cinnamon Stick
Cloves
Directions
Put the apple cider/apple juice in a mug.
Put a pinch of cloves in and a stick of cinnamon.
Heat in the microwave for a minute. Then stir clockwise and heat for another 30 seconds!
After everything is done think of your love for one person or a group and put that love into you mug.
I’m sorry I don’t know the recipe for a kettle, but it’s still a nice treat for the holidays! Even if you don’t celebrate Thanksgiving there is always a time to remember the good in our lives and be thankful for everything we have.
It can be easy to feel super overwhelmed when you’re first starting off. This post is for very new witches who have limited knowledge and would like a broad overview! These are my opinions, feel free to disagree but be polite about it.
This post is a little different than the other ones, it’s all about casting spells!
Grounding and cleansing yourself:
It often is harder to focus on a spell if you are stuck in your own thoughts or have the energies from the day on you. I’ll often start with cleansing myself, by burning a sage or cedar herb bundle, and then sit and take some focused breaths and becoming present in my body.
Casting a circle:
Many witches cast circles as a way to protect themselves from outside energies or unwanted spirits while they’re performing magic. You can use the elements, a salt circle, invoking a deity, etc. Click the links to learn more! [X] [X] It is recommend you stay in the circle until you finish the spell and close the circle.
Drawing energy from something:
(So you don’t draw all the energy from yourself, which can be draining). Energy can be drawn from the elements, from crystals, deities, and many other things. This can be done by visualization and energy work or by asking.
Casting the spell:
This is when you use your ingredients and the guidelines of the spell. It is best to be completely focused so try to avoid having distractions (like your phone) and have everything you need ready to go.
Closing any loopholes:
Often, this is not included in the written spell so this is up to you. I usually write a list of loopholes I want to close before starting this process, so it’s handy when I’m finished with the spell! If it’s a spell you want to come to light in a certain way or by a certain time, this is when you clarify that. This post has more info [X]
Completing the spell and dispelling any energies:
Once you have finished with the loopholes, finishing the spell can be as simple as “this spell is now complete”. I recommend dispelling any energies you called on and returning them to where they belong. If you didn’t cast a circle, now is the time to rid of anything you may have attracted by performing your spell.
Closing the circle:
Closing a circle is fairly simple! All you have to do is the reverse of how you cast it. (If it was with smoke for example, you would then undo the circle by burning the bundle in the opposite direction).
Cleansing and grounding:
Cleansing here is optional, depends on the spell, how you’re feeling, and if you want to do it. Grounding is highly recommended. This can come in many forms. I often use water, putting drops on the key points of my face (forehead, eyelids, cheeks, nose, lips and chin) and sit while taking focused breaths.
Other considerations:
Consent: If you are casting a spell on a specific person and they do not know or they have not given you permission, you do not have their consent. Spells cast to bring a general thing (to attract love instead of to make a specific person fall in love with you), with permission, or on yourself don’t need consent/already have it!
Ingredients: Ingredients are often an important part of the spell and are included for a reason. They either represent a part of the spell, what the spell is trying to accomplish or are something you can draw energy from.
Alternative ingredients: If you can’t get your hands on a certain ingredient, you can almost always use a substitute ingredient. Just use correspondences and trust your gut while searching for the perfect substitute. General rule: Clear quartz = any crystal, Rosemary = any herb, Rose = any flower.
Belief: If you don’t believe the spell is going to work – it probably won’t. To combat this, take the time to find a spell you really believe will work and write a list of ways you might expect it to present in your life.
Intention: Similar to belief. I’ve performed magic only using a pen, paper, and my powerful intentions. The more powerfully you want something and bring it into your life, the more likely it is to appear. Intent is the end goal, why you’re casting the spell.
Deities: I do not use deities in my spellwork (or witchcraft at all). There is a huge amount of respect and connection-building that is required before asking a deity to help with your spell. I tend to avoid spells where a listed ingredient is a deity. (If you do have a connection with a deity, by all means ask them to help you out if that feels right to you!)
Energy: It is common to feel drained after casting a spell. Grounding yourself, casting a circle and drawing energy from other things all help with this, but allow yourself some time to recover. [X]
I’d like to note that a part of my post turned out very similar to @lunaesteria‘s post, which you can find here. It was not intentional but I feel it’s important to acknowledge! Some things are also phrased differently there so I’d recommend reading both.
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