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Saying Goodbye to My Beloved Cat – Goddess’s Support When Chapters of Life Close (A Witch’s Perspective)

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Recently, my beloved cat, Magick, passed away.
I’m still crying.

He knew he was going to go.
He changed his daily routine to stay closer to my husband and me.

I held him until his last breath.

Do you ever ask the Goddess, “Why does life have to be so painful?”

I miss my dear Magick.

I imagine him playing with other cats in the Summerlands.

I imagine him delighting my husband’s mother. She passed a couple of years ago. Magick would likely curl up on her lap. She’d hear his contented purring.

Here are three insights:

1. Gratitude for the Chapter You Are Currently Living

I am grateful that I had the chance to love such a wonderful being. But I am still grateful for all that I have. I am grateful for my husband, my home, and having food on the table. I am grateful for you reading this.

What are you grateful for?

2. Cry and allow yourself to be “cried out.”

My husband and I are still crying. We’ve suffered a great loss. We let our tears flow to clear our souls for new possibilities.

3. Pray to the Goddess.

Here is a prayer you can use.

Goddess,
Hold me close.
Ease my pain during this tough time.
Help me understand that this is the Cycle of Life
And that my burdens of sorrow will be lifted from me.
So Mote It Be

Also, I wrote this eulogy for Magick, my cat. You may find this suitable for your beloved pet.

Eulogy for a Pet

My little darling  [Pet’s Name],
Lay down your sweet head.
We are now praying for you
As you transition and become
One of the beloved dead.
The Summerlands await you.
Where you will be young and strong.
So lay down your sweet head, till the great hunt comes along.
As I So Will, So Mote It Be!

May these insights support your path.

Blessed Be,
Moonwater

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Goddess Invites You to “Show Up” (A Witch’s Perspective)

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“How did you show up on your path to earning a third degree in Gardnerian Wicca?” Cythia, someone in my circle, asked.

I replied, talking about how I traveled 60 miles round trip, over and over again, to learn from my spiritual elders. I could see in my elders’ faces. They were proud of me for showing up.

When I felt the intuitive call to start my blog in 2012, I was inspired to show up every week.

My own spiritual practice deepened because I had to be fully present and alert to facets of my spiritual path.

When I first learned about the Tarot from my spiritual elders, I was intimidated.
I have dyslexia. Reading a bunch of material was daunting to me.

But I kept showing up to learn more and more. I read books. I did research.

I also learned that reading a Tarot spread can be a “process of the heart.”

It’s not only about memorizing textbook definitions of each card.

Let’s pause a moment.

In your spiritual practice, what do you need to show up for?

Is there some area of your spiritual practice that you want to devote yourself to learning?

May these insights support your path.

Blessed Be,
Moonwater

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What Is the Truth about Spellwork and Attracting New, Positive Friends? (A Witch’s Perspective)

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“Look at this. Your second most popular blog post is ‘A Spell to Attract New and Positive Friends,’” my blog team member said. (You can click HERE for that post.)

I thought about this.

1. Beware that fatigue prevents your next leap forward.

One of my friends asked, “When was the last time you did a spell?”
I replied, “It’s been too long.”

“Why?” she asked.

“I’m tired.”

This had me realize that I needed to do something to raise my energy.

2. Be decisive to raise your personal energy.

I’ve thought about my own energy. It can be hard because I am impacted by depression symptoms. My first focus point is getting enough sleep and good nutrition. This helps.

Think of three people you know. Which one of them raises your energy? When was the last time you had fun with them?

What can you do to raise your own energy?

3. Pray to the Goddess

Here’s a prayer you can use:

Lovely Lady of the Moon.
Get me some new friends real soon.
Help me build my own energy.
So, they experience me as trustworthy.
So Mote It Be.

May these insights support your path.

Blessed Be,
Moonwater

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Discover Your Inner Power as a “Relaxed Witch”

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“I don’t know the last time I felt relaxed,” Charice, a person in my circle, said.
“I could tell you about all the times I feel anxious,” she continued.

Have you noticed that many people in several cultures use the word “productive” like it’s a beacon of hope? Also, productivity is tied to self-worth.

Is being relaxed not productive?

Someone I know, Stephanie, told me that she found a truly helpful idea when she was in turmoil, during college.

“It’s called ‘the 50-minute hour,’” she told me. The idea is: You study for 50 minutes and then do something relaxing. Perhaps take a walk outside the building.

Another friend used to draw storyboards (illustrations for making a film) when taking a break from studying for college exams related to biology and physiological psychology.

A break to relax did support productivity.

Also, it gave my friends ways to be in the world outside of a state of Rush-Rush.

Here are insights to support you in becoming a Relaxed Witch.

1. Imagine “Relaxed” as “In Tune”

    If all you do is focus on the fearmongering and rage baiting of social media, you’re not in tune with nature. How can you be relaxed? Feeling anxiety and adrenaline keeps you separate from your essence as a Relaxed Witch.

    Being in tune is related to self-care.

    2. Identify what Self-Care is to you

    Ask yourself: What do I feel is the Self-Care I need?

    Here are some Self-Care ideas:

    1. A ritual bath.
    2. Doing your own nails.
    3. Making a magickal cup of tea or coffee.
    4. Do an extended grounding exercise.
    5. Enjoy your own spa day.

    What would you like to do as self-care?

    3. Take a Breath

    We often take our breath for granted. But it can feed our soul.

    Why?

    Our breath feeds our bodies. It also carries our magickal words of power.

    Deep breathing helps us center ourselves and can be done anywhere we feel safe.

    It can be done during our lunch break in our car, at home, or on a walk in the woods.

    4. Say a prayer for Self-Care

    Here is a prayer you can use.

    As I breathe 1, 2, 3,
    Help me manage the rising tornado in me.
    I ask Air to calm the winds down.
    I ask Earth to stand my ground,
    Let Fire shift down low.
    And Water wash my anxiety just so.
    As I will, so mote it be!

    May these insights support your path. 

    Blessed Be,
    Moonwater

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    Give Yourself the Tarot Advantage Before You Make a Decision (A Witch’s Perspective)

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    “I realized that every decision is like making a bet,” Nancy, a person in my circle, said.

    “How so?” I asked.

    “You don’t have all the information. Even if you make a rational decision, there’s an element of luck involved,” she said.

    I reflected on this.

    We, witches, can have an advantage.

    You could decide to include Tarot Cards in your practice of the Craft.

    Here are helpful insights.

    1. Prepare your energy before you do a spread of Tarot Cards.

      “The magic begins in you. Feel your own energy, and realize similar energy exists within the Earth, stones, plants, water, wind, fire, colours, and animals.” – Scott Cunningham

      Pay attention to your current state of energy. Are you okay? Are you exhausted?

      Here’s the important point: If you are upset, you could read a Tarot Spread incorrectly. This incorrect reading could further fuel your problems.

      Instead, make sure to first ground and center your energy.

      2. Use a dedicated Tarot cloth for your spread of Tarot Cards.

      The purpose here is to keep the energy of your spread of cards separate from other energies. This is also important if you travel and do a spread in different places.

      Other benefits include:

      1. Keep your cards clean.
      2. This also provides part of a good ritual.

      3. Make sure your question is precise.

      A vague question can lead to a muddy answer.

      Here are examples of better questions:

      1. What step do I need to take to increase my financial abundance?
      2. Will I meet a good business contact at the Networking Event on Elm Street today?

      Let’s Pull This All Together

      Making better decisions can include a careful and well-thought-out approach to using Tarot Cards.

      May these insights support your path.

      Blessed Be,
      Moonwater

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      A Shift in Focus and You Find the Goddess Path (a Witch’s Perspective)

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      Path in the woods

      “Owwww! This pain is … just too much,” Stephen, a person in my circle, said.
      He endured oral surgery, and then, when the anesthetic wore off, he barely held on with Tylenol and Ibuprofen.

      What helped? Talking on the phone with friends. How? When talking with a friend, Stephen’s focus would shift. The pain would go into the background. Sometimes for a couple of minutes … or more.

      We, Wiccans and witches, can tune into our spiritual path. We can direct our focus.

      “In truly understanding the Goddess and God, one comes to understand life, for the two are inextricably entwined. Live your earthly life fully, but try to see the spiritual aspects of your activities as well. Remember—the physical and spiritual are but reflections of each other.” – Scott Cunningham

      I reflected on this.
      I notice two different types of focus.

      One type is a focus on gratitude.

      The other type is “what is not perfect.”  An example is: The parent insists that the kid is never good enough.

      It all depends on what you focus your mind on.

      The focus on gratitude can shift your inner energy.
      Stephen found that in his warm connection with a friend, his inner energy went from suffering to gratitude and connection.

      “To me, magic is the movement of subtle, natural energies to manifest needed change.” – Scott Cunningham

      What do you need to change?
      Would you like to do a simple candle ritual?

      Remember, your focus can elevate your life. The Goddess meets you on that elevated path.

      Here is a prayer you can use:

      Goddess,
      Help me shift my focus to the good things in life.
      Help my mind heal my body and soul.
      Inspire me into gratitude for all You have given me
      So Mote It Be.

      May these insights support your path.

      Blessed Be,
      Moonwater

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      To the Gods’ Will (A Witch’s Perspective)

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      “What about receiving intuitive thoughts from the Gods?” Jim, someone in my circle, asked.

      Later, I reflected on this.

      What would be an indication that the thought originated with the Gods?

      One of my spiritual elders suggested, “It would not be ego-focused. And, it would not harm you.”

      Look at what the Goddess said:

      “Keep pure your highest ideal; strive ever toward it; let naught stop you or turn you aside.” – The Goddess speaking in The Charge of the Goddess, as written by Doreen Valiente

      So, if a thought is negative and makes your life worse, it is NOT from the Gods.

      “Your pain is the breaking of the shell that encloses your understanding.” – Kahlil Gibran

      “Maybe some of our painful experiences are necessary to open our understanding,” one of my spiritual elders said.

      I thought about this. Perhaps, breaking old habits that are bad for you … may bring pain.

      So, pain may be unwanted. But we can have a different thought. How about… “What can I learn from this?”

      Or “How can I have empathy, now that I have experienced this tough situation?”

      The Goddess stands with you.
      What is Her will? That you show kindness to yourself, humans, and other beings.
      Nature is our home.

      Now, how will you honor the Goddess, your true self, and your home?

      May these insights support your journey.

      Blessed Be,
      Moonwater

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      Falling Out of “Resonating” with Another Person – a Goddess Perspective

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      “We don’t call each other anymore,” Alicia, someone in my circle, said. She was talking about her estrangement from her former best friend, Cynthia.

      “Are you okay with that?” I asked.

      “No,” Alicia began. “But it’s like we don’t get each other anymore.” She frowned. “But I still miss her. At least, I miss what we had … who we were … some time ago.”

      Recently, I realized I no longer think about my first husband. We met when I was 17 years old. We got married at 18. And, we were divorced in my early 20s.

      I’m not the person I was when I was next to him. Thank Goddess!

      I recall this quote, which shows the Goddess’s perspective.

      “Ye who are feign to learn all sorcery, who have not yet won its deepest secrets, to these will I teach that which is yet unknown. And ye shall be free from slavery…” The Goddess in The Charge of the Goddess, as written by Doreen Valiente.

      To stay with the person who is anti-how you are resonating now … is a form of slavery.

      Goddess supports you to grow into the highest expression of your essence.

      Are you now resonating on a higher vibration?
      Is it time to let someone go or to reduce your exposure to them?

      Remember, the Goddess is as close as your next prayer.

      May these insights support your path.

      Blessed Be,
      Moonwater

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      Bring the Power of Words from Spellwork into Your Daily Life

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      “It doesn’t feel right,” Alicia, someone in my circle, said.

      “The words to your spell?” I asked.

      “It’s like the words are vague or something,” she said.

      “Did you write them down?”

      “Yes.”

      She showed me the words of her spell.

      I saw the problem.

      Alicia’s words were neither definite nor positive.

      How you start a sentence means power or emptiness.

      Look at these two questions:

      • Can I do this?
      • How WILL I do this?

      Can is weak. Can is asking for permission.

      How is powerful. When you say “will,” you invoke your powerful essence.

      For example, I decided to work my way back up to 8,000 steps of walking, after I returned from a hospital stay. I said, “How will I walk more?”

      In the beginning, I had to have multiple slow walks … and rest in between.

      What do you want to will into being?

      How will you do it?

      May these insights support your path.

      Blessed Be,
      Moonwater

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      Refine Your Intentions In Your Spellwork

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      “I’m so embarrassed,” Mona, someone in my circle, said. “But I’m getting ready to do a spell.”

      “Sounds good,” I said.

      “You know how Sarah looks at me like I’m ‘cheap’ when I take the three of us to a modest burrito dinner?” Mona said.

      “Okay…”

      “I’m doing a spell so I have more money, so I won’t feel embarrassed,” Mona concluded.

      I reflected on this situation.

      I realized that we could look at the intention we set for our spellwork.

      An intention focused on getting free of embarrassment might be of “low vibration.”
      On the other hand, we can have a higher vibration intention of abundance and well-being.

      Do you pause and observe your intention for a spell? And do you strive for a higher vibration intention?

      May these insights support your path.

      Blessed Be,
      Moonwater

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