Are you looking to have the right pattern to do the right spell or right ritual? We, witches, often want something new and better in our lives. But the problem is: Even if you do put something new into your life, it may not work. You may need to clear something that is blocking your way. You may need to break a pattern.

Here are three insights.

1. Identify what pattern is giving you a bad outcome.

Is there something in your life that bothers you at this time? Could you be doing a certain behavior that gives you the same result?

Anna, a friend, keeps having the same conversation with a parent.

If she keeps to the pattern, nothing changes.

The idea is to identify what pattern is giving you the bad outcome.

In Anna’s situation, her mother insults her, and she just endures it.

She decides to just speak calmly and say, “Mom, that’s insulting me. And it bothers me. If this keeps going, I’ll need step off this phone call.”

Anna’s new behavior does not change her mother.

But it removes the negative outcome of Anna feeling badly about her taking abuse. Anna’s new pattern is to set boundaries.

What is going on in your life? Look for a pattern and discern whether your outcome is what you want. If it isn’t, you need to find a different way of achieving your goal.

If you are looking to improve your use of magic, you’ll need to discover your true desire.

2. Discover your hidden true desire in the situation.

Have you ever wondered why you may not be getting what you want? Perhaps, you have been focused on something that is not your true desire.

We ask the Universe and the God and Goddess to aid us in our pursuits. But the Gods know what we really need. It may not be the fancy car or a large home. The God and Goddess know us best. Yes, They want us to have what we desire.

One process is to “Drill Down.”

Here is an example:

Susan says, “I want more money.”
With more money, what do you get?
“Better clothes.”
With better clothes, what do you get?
“People will treat me better.”
When people treat you better, what do you get?

“I get to relax and feel better about myself,” Susan said.

So, Susan really wants to relax and feel better about herself. That is her hidden true desire.

Can Susan feel better about herself without “better clothes”? This question is part of her real path.

3. Invite the Gods to help you uncover the positive energy to move forward.

If you are not getting what you want, slow down. Reconsider your thoughts. Consult the God and Goddess. Ask Them to uncover what is best for you and to create a positive flow of energy to move forward.

Your first guess may be that you want an expensive car.

In meditation, you might have an intuitive thought that increasing your savings is an important long-term option. Perhaps, that intuitive thought is a gift from the Gods.

The Gods invite us to think things all the way through.

If you need help, ask the Gods to clear your mind and create positive energy so you can manifest an appropriate desire.

When meditating, you may want to express this chant.

Lord of the Sky and Lady of the Moon,
Tailor my wishes to manifest soon.
Guide my thoughts to my needs,
Help me create good energy seeds.
This I ask that you guide me right,
Give me clear and positive sight.
So Mote it Be.

May these insights support your path.

Blessed Be,
Moonwater

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How do you handle when someone unfairly criticizes you based on garbage information they’ve heard about witches?

We know that many people buy into terrible, false ideas about who we are and what is important to us.

Sometimes, it feels easy to fall into a space of darkness and loneliness.

To be misunderstood and to be reviled is a terrible path to walk.

However, I’ve learned that it is possible to make a conscious choice to rise up from a path of darkness.

As I deal with depression symptoms, I have found it necessary to shift my thoughts and to connect with the Gods.

Here are three insights.

1. Learn to give of yourself.

Imagine that there is some way you can give a bit.

Who do you care about and how can you give a bit of something? You could give a listening ear, a small donation to a charity or a smile.

Giving something small helps you feel a bit more in control of your life. You start to shift your thoughts. You have an experience that you have something to offer others. This even enhances your self-confidence.

I’m not talking about theories. I know that if I take action and call a friend—and help her laugh during our conversation—I feel better.

Learning to give is a good way to feel happier about yourself and the world around you.

Recently, a friend was getting ready for a job interview. She had a couple of friends who helped her rehearse (just for 10 minutes each). The amazing thing is both my friend and her friends felt better.

Together, they created some moments of happiness.

The idea is that there’s something in us which needs meaning or purpose. And so, when you’re helping or giving in some way, you are living in that space of meaning and purpose.

Having purpose gives you hope, not only for yourself but for others, too

2. Learn to receive more.

I’ve also noticed that receiving is part of our relationship with the God and Goddess. They give to us, and we receive. We give offerings, and They receive.

Maybe you need to create a new pattern. If someone compliments you, do you shrug it off?

Instead, put in a new habit. Smile and say something like: “Thank you. How nice of you to notice that. I appreciate it.”

Or simply say, “Thank you.”

This creates a flow of abundance. You become a “good receiver.” The universe gives you more good to receive.

3. Give like the Goddess and God.

Now that we are giving and receiving, you may like to give like the Goddess and God.

How’s that?

Give freely with love and kindness.

To give freely is to let go of thinking about the other person reciprocating.

Love, kindness, and compassion. Giving in a small way creates this wonderful energy.

As you give to another person, you can say to yourself, “Lord and Lady, I celebrate all You give to me, and I give to this person here.”

Helping others and not expecting anything back creates a form of offering to the God and Goddess.

May these insights support your path.

Blessed Be,
Moonwater

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“I think I’m going to need to move to another state to get a new job,” my friend, Samantha, said.

“How do you feel about that?” I asked.

“I’m really scared to do it because my support system is here,” she said.

I can relate to Samantha’s dilemma.

I am reminded of this quote:

If you want to become full, let yourself be empty. If you want to be reborn, let yourself die. If you want to be given everything, give up everything. – Lao Tzu

I notice that many of us want something more or different. But we can’t fit in new stuff if we don’t have any space.

1. Empty your teacup.

A classic story includes a Zen monk who invites a reporter to share a cup of tea.

The reporter says that he wants to learn something new from the monk.

The monk places a teacup in front of the reporter. The monk pours tea into the cup.

He keeps pouring until tea spills from the cup to the table and to the mat below.

“Stop!” the reporter shouts.

The monk says, “You, Sir, are like the cup. So full that nothing new can be added. First, you must empty your cup.”

How does this apply to our journey as a witch?

Sometimes, I see certain individuals who cling too tightly to only one way to do a ritual or magick.

Learning new things is good. But we may be stuck and have too much tea in us. We need to empty our minds (“cups”) of preconceived notions of our subject matter.

If you want to learn new techniques in magick, you may want to consciously empty your teacup.   

2. Look to nature.

Like the teacup example, nature brings us new perceptions.

Look at the seasons. There is growth and death.

Lao Tzu’s quote includes: “If you want to be reborn, let yourself die.”

 Notice that in nature, through the seasons, we see some letting go.

At this time of Samhain, death is a vivid topic. When we get incarnated, our soul is implanted into a body—just like a seed is planted in the earth. Our soul grows like our body.

The body takes in nutrients as the soul takes in new experiences. Each grows until one day we die. Our soul is returned to the Summerlands for rest and rejuvenation. When ready, the soul is reincarnated, that is, planted into a new body.

Many of us nod our heads and say, “That sounds appropriate.”

In our lives, we have cycles that seem to involve “a small death.”

Your romantic relationship may be flourishing. However, at the same time, your work may require you to let go. To leave a job can feel like a form of death. You lose part of your daily life and, perhaps, part of your identity.

Let’s remember to be reborn, we’re often required to let go.

3. Remember the Goddess’s Words

“For mine is the ecstasy of the spirit and mine also is joy on earth; for my Law is Love unto all Beings…

For mine is the secret door which opens upon the Land of Youth; and mine is the Cup of the Wine of Life, and the Cauldron of Cerridwen, which is the Holy Grail of Immortality.

I am the Gracious Goddess, who gives the gift of joy unto the heart. Upon earth, I give the knowledge of the spirit eternal; and beyond death, I give peace, and freedom, and reunion with those who have gone before.” – The Goddess, speaking through the writings of Doreen Valiente

The Goddess inspires us to let go of the fear of death.  And in turn, she is encouraging us to let go and experience the “small deaths.” She tells us “I give the knowledge of the spirit eternal” so we need not fear death. We will become new again because we are eternal.

In our daily lives, decisions can weigh heavily upon us.

Consider doing a ritual or having a meditation session so you can invite the Goddess to show your personal path of letting go and being reborn into your next chapter of life.

Will you rise up in a new home, a new job, new friendships? The path forward involves letting go of the familiar and welcoming the new.

May these insights support your journey.

Blessed Be,
Moonwater

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“It’s hard to believe that transformation is even possible,” Will, an acquaintance, said to me.

“You sound tired,” I replied.

“That’s not even half of it,” Will confirmed.

When it comes to transformation, the good news is that we do not have to take the journey alone.

Here are three insights.

1. Focus on Your Intention.

Intention is the first thing to consider. If you are not sure about what you want to accomplish, then your desired transformation will not work.

Your intention is the whole point for doing any transformational work on yourself. What do you intend? Do you want to heal? Do you want to look at life with new energy and “new eyes”?

Your intention is the first step. You need to begin with intention to climb where you want to go.

2. Let Go of Your Counter-Intentions.

A subconscious counter-intention can cause havoc to your self-transformational work.

A counter-intention can be a negative internal push that is against or is opposing your positive conscious intention for your transformation.

Letting go of counter-intentions is hard to do. Sometimes you don’t even know you have them.

It is helpful to have a meditation session and to ask the Goddess to reveal what subconscious counter-intention is holding you back. 

3. Open to the Goddess’ Help.

Remember, true transformation really works when you align with the Goddess’s vision for your life. When you need help, the Goddess is here for you. Speak to her, through prayer, ritual, and meditation.

Blessed Be,
Moonwater

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“What is a love spell?” Jennifer, an acquaintance, asked.

“A love spell is a magickal process that draws love to someone, usually the caster of the spell,” I replied.

“What should you consider before casting a love spell?”

Because this is important and has serious consequences, Jennifer and I had a long conversation about love spells and such details.

Considerations:

1. Why are you doing a love spell?

Are you serious about attracting your true love? Or are you just looking for a fling with someone? Love spells need to be taken seriously. You are making a real effect in the world. Witches pay attention to The Three Times Law. What you do will bounce back on you with three times the force. If you break someone’s heart or use a love spell to manipulate another person, you will create chaos in your own life.

2. Who is the love spell going to affect?

If you are doing a spell on a particular person, STOP! This is not ethical. People have free will, and messing with that is definitely harmful. If you do something unethical, you harm yourself and your own karma. More than that, doing a spell on someone creates a karmic link between both of you. Making such a link can be like playing with fire. People get burned!

3. How long is the love spell going to last?

All your spells really need an expiration date. A love spell needs such an expiration date, too.

4. The Most Important Consideration: Create a Love Spell that Affects Yourself.

The way to do an ethical love spell is to do such a spell to yourself. You cast the love spell to draw love toward you. You make yourself more attractive to receiving love from appropriate sources.

Here is an example of wording you can use:

By the Lovely Lady of the moon
Make my True Love appear real soon
I send my wishes far and wide
Bring real love to my side
May I see this in one month’s time.
So Mote It Be.

* If you use a candle with this prayer to attract an appropriate permanent partner, use a red candle.

5. Do a love spell on a waxing moon or full moon.

The timing of your spellcasting is crucial. To cast a love spell, do it on a waxing moon or full moon. You focus your magickal energy during a time of increase.

May these insights support your path.

Blessed Be,
Moonwater

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Have you said recently, “I need a vacation”?

Are you longing for some rest and renewal?

I have looked into creating different forms of minivacations. Minivacations provide renewal when you need it most. They are little breaks in the chaos of life.

Here are three insights about minivacations.

1. You need a variety of minivacations because there are different types of renewal.

Just as we choose various types of food to eat, choosing different types of minivacations can help us flourish in life. This process creates a more balanced and renewed you.

When I thought about what a vacation can do, I realized these benefits:

• Reinvigorate your spirit
• Get a chance to step back from the rules (“Yes, I will have a second dessert. Thank you!”)
• Take it easy
• Enjoy novelty—that is, new sights, smells, tastes, and sounds.

Creating novelty is important because your brain craves new experiences.

For example, I have a set route for taking a walk each day. At times, my sweetie says, “How about we go in that other direction?”

2. Pause and discover what your soul needs at this moment.

What do you need?

At this moment, I could use a nap. A 20-minute nap can feel truly refreshing. 20 minutes spares you from waking up groggy if you awaken in the middle of a sleep cycle. (Sleep cycles tend to be 90 minutes long.)

Do you need to feel some kind of hope?

Some of us feel renewed when we see a film or video that features an inspirational story.

Do you feel better after you express yourself creatively?

Perhaps, you would enjoy a few minutes of drawing or painting.

Other creative forms include music, dance, and writing.

The idea is to express yourself. We’re not talking about taking on a new chore or “job.” You do not need to show anyone your creative work. It’s just for fun.

Even 15 minutes of doing something creative may give you a big rush-feeling of new energy.

3. Ask the Goddess to reveal what forms of minivacation can soothe your mind, body, and spirit.

The Gods are here for us and love it when we show appreciation. They are always here when we need guidance. Here is a prayer for guidance…

Reveal Prayer to the Gods

 Wise Lord and Gracious Lady
Open my mind and heart.
To forms of minivacations I can start.
From heart, mind, and soul
Let my creativity start to flow.
Let ideas in my mind glow!
So Mote It Be.

May these insights support your journey.

Blessed Be,
Moonwater

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“It was a bad one,” my friend, Sue, said, referring to an argument with her husband.

“I’m not sure how we’re coming back from this one,” Sue continued.

We had an extended conversation about how to deal with the times when words do not help a situation.

Here are three insights.

1. Hear the other person out.

Hearing the other person out involves certain actions that help create trust and understanding.

I’ve learned to do these actions.

         A. Repeat what you heard as being what the person said.

I’ll say something like, “So, [talking to you first] is most important to you. Did I get it?” This helps my friend or family member know that I’m truly listening. This may help them calm down

          B. Ground your energy.

When my sweetie and I get into a tough conversation, we sit on the floor to keep us grounded.

As a witch, I realize that keeping grounded helps the conversation stay healthy. This helps you avoid negative escalation.

          C. If appropriate, express how you plan to make things better.

Many people want to know that their partner wants to make the future better. Saying something like, “Next time, I’ll talk with you about details before making a large-ticket purchase” can help. Having a plan can support your relationship.

2. Do a kind action.

One time, my sweetie and I were in a tough conversation. Words were not helping. I got up and went over to him and gave him a hug. This quieted down the intense feelings.

3. Hold hands and invite the Goddess in

This is an action of inviting the Goddess to support you and your loved one in the time of need.

A Prayer to the Goddess

Goddess,
We ask for Your support
Guide us to a resolution
Show us a solution
That we may not see
Help us feel our bond
For now and beyond.
So Mote It Be.

May these insights support your journey,

Blessed Be,
Moonwater

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“I feel like I’m on the edge of a breakdown,” my friend, Lina, said.

“It’s good that now is the time of Mabon,” I replied.

“How’s that?”

We began a significant conversation.

Have you heard that Mabon is the witches’ Thanksgiving? This is the time of year where we count our blessings, and we express gratitude for positive things in our lives.

A good activity is to write a list of things you’re thankful for and your related reasons.

Mabon is one of the three harvest times of the year.

Here are three insights.

1. Pause to Receive

If you remain stuck in your anxieties and worries, you likely will miss the blessings that are already present in your life. If you do not pause, you may keep blinders on and miss out on chances to receive.

For example, one time my friend, James, praised me for writing helpful blog posts. I just brushed it aside. I did not pause to feel good about two things: my blog posts are helpful and my friend was celebrating that detail. When I brushed James’ praise aside, I saw his face drop into a frown. I had failed to pause to receive.

What are you brushing aside? Is it time now for you to pause to receive?

2. Become Open to Accept the Gift

My cat, Magick, is about 11 ½ years old, and he has been a true gift in my life. I had to become open to the gift of this special relationship with another being. To receive the gift, I needed to travel to the local Humane Society facility. I sat down among the kittens. I played with them and petted them.

Then two little eyes stared outward from a little kitty-cubby in the corner.

This little black cat strolled up to me. He sat down and caught my eye.

Over my shoulder, I heard the attendant say, “Oh, the black ones don’t get adopted.”

My intuition was clear. I said, “This one is getting adopted.”

I was open to receive the gift of Magick’s love.

What gift would be good for you to accept?

3. Thank the Gods

One time I sat among friends in a park, and I poured a bit of wine onto the soil. My friend, Fred, said, “What are you doing?”

“It’s called a libation. I’m pouring this bit of wine as an offering to the Gods,” I said. Then, I expressed a sincere “thank you” to the Gods.

Perhaps, you might prefer to do a brief candle-lighting ritual.

Thanking the Gods is an essential element of the 3-part process: Pause to Receive, Become Open to Accept the Gift, and Thank the Gods.

What blessings are in your life? How will you thank the Gods for this time of Mabon—the time of harvest?

May these insights support your journey.

Blessed Be,
Moonwater

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“For once my anxiety stopped,” I said.

“Really! How?” my friend, Regina, asked.

“It was during a meditation session. I felt the presence of the Goddess and the God.”

“Did They say anything?”

“No,” I replied. “It was just a feeling. A feeling of being at peace and of coming home.”

I have three insights for you about stopping anxiety and rising to the Goddess’s Wavelength

1. Slow down your breathing.

I’ve learned that your mind, body, and spirit are part of letting go of anxiety. Witches know that everything is connected. It’s like a glistening spider web in the morning. Every strand is essential. We are essential—and the wind, plants, animals—the whole natural world—is connected.

Realize your body is your temple. Witches call your body a temple because some traditions invite the Goddess into their own body. Here we’ll talk about your choice to adjust your breathing. Try it now. Breathe in slowly for two counts. Then breathe out slowly for two counts.

Individuals who do this breathing for 5 rounds find that relaxation appears in their body.

My friend, Alfonso, also adds this pattern before he goes to sleep. He relaxes his body by focusing on certain parts. He relaxes, in this order, his face, his left arm, his right arm, his left leg and foot, and then his right leg and foot. He finds this process to be helpful.

2. Use your mind and choose deescalating words.

Have you ever got caught in a certain train of thought when you’re trying to fall asleep? At times in my life, I found myself ruminating about not being smart enough or that I can’t do anything right. 

I’ve learned that it helps to pick a mantra (set of words) to focus one’s mind. I pick deescalating words like “Just breathe” or “Goddess, give me peace.”

I find that this pattern helps me cool down.

3. Tune into the Goddess’s Wavelength

“For My love is poured on the earth.” – the Goddess speaking, in the writings of Doreen Valiente

What’s is the Goddess’s Wavelength? It’s the energy of nurture, kindness, and love.

My friend, Alfonso, adds this pattern to his nightly process to fall asleep. As he breathes in slowly, he recites in his mind “Goddess.” As he breathes out, he says in his mind, “Thank you.” Alfonso says that this process takes him out of the level of thought where his anxiety resides. Alfonso, by speaking the name of Goddess, lifts himself to Her Wavelength.

How does this sound to you?

May these insights support your journey.

Blessed Be,
Moonwater

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Goddess Reveals Your Enchanted Light: Peace, Prosperity, Possibility Along Your Wiccan Path

Beyond the Law of Attraction to Real Magic: How You Can Remove Blocks to Prosperity, Happiness and Inner Peace

Goddess Has Your Back: How Wicca Can Help You Raise Your Self-Esteem and Make Your Life Magickal

The Hidden Children of the Goddess Embrace Wicca, Become Strong, Be at Peace with Yourself and the World Around You

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What triggers you? Is it people being chronically late? Or if someone cuts you off in traffic?

How frustrating. Such actions may trigger anger in us. We, witches, can transform our experience to something healthy and empowering.

Here are three insights.

1. Identify the trigger

Think about what sets you off. Identifying the trigger is the first step to rising above it. You can’t deal with what you don’t know. I have an acquaintance, Robert, who says that his sister never listens to him. She replies to just about anything he says with “You just suck it up.” That’s her go-to phrase.

Robert says, “She gives me no space to feel sad if I’m talking with her.”

He continues, “Her damn catchphrase ‘You just suck it up’ really triggers me.’”

What is the trigger really about? Is it about having no support from his sister?

Could it also be about having no one else in his life to turn to?

Only Robert can uncover what the trigger is truly about. He might decide to talk with a counselor or spiritual elder about the situation.

2. Transform the trigger

To transform a trigger, you may need to open your horizon to new thoughts and perceptions. For example, one man made an enlightened decision. After a difficult divorce, he changed the caller ID for his ex-wife on his smartphone. Before, each time he saw her name pop up on his smartphone, he felt a stab of pain in his gut. After he changed the caller ID to “Pray for her,” he had a different experience.

In essence, he literally changed the trigger—from ex-wife’s name to “Pray for her.” Now his response was compassion.

How could you change something so a trigger is replaced in your life?

3. Invite the God and the Goddess to fill your life with positive energy so you have more peace.

You’ve probably noticed that certain triggers can drain your energy. Consider asking the God and the Goddess for help in making a shift in your perceptions.  Remember, the Gods’ love is the true source of your strength.

With the Goddess’s love and the God’s protective energy, you can discover new sources of kindness and loving energy in your life. You can begin new friendships. You can add some ritual or meditative practice to give you more support.

May these insights support your path.

Blessed Be,
Moonwater

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Goddess Has Answers to Life’s Tough Problems: Wiccans – How You Can Experience Happiness and Healing through Goddess’s Wisdom

Break Free with Goddess: Wiccans – How You Can Get Free of Worry, Illness and Anxiety and Enjoy Abundance, Health and Confidence

Be a Wiccan Badass: Become More Confident and Unleash Your Inner Power

Goddess Reveals Your Enchanted Light: Peace, Prosperity, Possibility Along Your Wiccan Path

Beyond the Law of Attraction to Real Magic: How You Can Remove Blocks to Prosperity, Happiness and Inner Peace

Goddess Has Your Back: How Wicca Can Help You Raise Your Self-Esteem and Make Your Life Magickal

The Hidden Children of the Goddess Embrace Wicca, Become Strong, Be at Peace with Yourself and the World Around You

Goddess Walks Beside You: How You Can Listen, Learn and Enjoy the Wiccan Path

Goddess Style Weight Loss: Wiccans — Happy, Healthy and Confident

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