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How Witches Separate Wanting Love from Needing Approval—Ep. 177
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How Witches Flow with Unwanted Change
“No! I do not want to move,” Arianna, a friend, told me.
Later in the conversation, she said, “Maybe this is a time of transition instead of just suffering.”
That opened a door in my thoughts.
Here are three insights for you.
- Elevate your thoughts from your body to your spirit.
A move causes a lot of discomfort. Your body aches, and your heart aches over the loss of your current home. You even deal with fear about the place you’ll end up. Arianna said that she did not want to move. But what does her spirit want?
“We are happy when we are growing.” – William Butler Yeats.
- Shift from “I don’t want this” to “I wonder what the new adventure may be.”
Have you noticed that times of transition often include suffering? It’s clear that we do not want to be pushed out of our comfort zone.
After we endure a time of transition, opportunities for new experiences and even new friendships often arise.
This can be a blossoming of a new chapter of your life.
You can guide your thoughts with this idea: “I wonder what the new adventure may be.”
- Hold faith that the God and Goddess know what They’re doing.
Do you recall a time when a change was dropped into your life, and you suffered? And did that change eventually open a new door for something good for you?
The Gods know what is best for you, that is, what you need in your life. At the time, it may not be what you prefer. You may not understand why you need a change in your life. Still, remember that you are in a relationship with the Gods. Why? Because They placed divinity within you.
A Prayer
Dear Lord and Lady
May I be open to the new opportunities
That change may bring
For You know what causes my heart to sing.
Let this sunrise make clouds flow away.
Let this change go my way
So Mote It Be.
May these insights support your path.
Blessed Be,
Moonwater
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How Witches Can Prevent An Eruption of Violence–Ep. 176
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How Witches Can Prevent An Eruption of Violence–Ep. 176
How Witches Strengthen Themselves for the Tough Parts of Being Wiccan
“That really hurt,” Anna, a friend, said.
I listened, concerned for her.
“You know, Susan…” she said, mentioning someone we both knew.
“She dropped me as a friend,” Anna said, the pain and surprise in her voice.
Why did Susan drop Anna? Because of Susan’s prejudice and mistaken beliefs about Wiccans. But would Susan listen to Anna or me about the truth of the Wiccan faith? No.
If you’re new to Wicca or if you want to strengthen yourself as long-time Wiccan—here are three insights for you.
- Prepare to lose friends. So, actively build your circle of friends.
As sad as it is, many people still misunderstand Wicca. Certain individuals mistakenly think that Wiccans have something to do with the “devil referred to by Christians.” Wiccans whom I know do not believe in the devil.
Certain individuals have a prejudice against any spiritual path in which the spiritual person relates to more than one God.
Once people know you are a Wiccan, some may shun you.
I have lost several friends because of my spiritual path. This still hurts my heart.
Over the years, I have reached out to others in friendship and added to my circle.
It’s important to continue to expand your circle, especially as the years go by and some of our friends die or simply drift away.
Actively build your circle of friends. It’s essential.
- Look on your spiritual path as ever present.
I remember hearing someone say, “Oh, Sam. He’s a Sunday morning religious person.”
On the other hand, being a Wiccan witch is something we do 24-7. We eat, sleep, and walk our faith. Many of us meditate daily and do ritual multiple times a week. Many of us pray daily and light candles to express appreciation for the God and Goddess. We act in kind ways and focus on “An it harm none.”
- Prepare for certain Wiccans who tell you there is one right way.
Many of us were drawn to Wicca, particularly as solitary witches, because we can be independent and chart are own path.
However, several Wiccans prefer their specific Tradition. Each Tradition has as specific set of Gods and ways of doing things.
Some people will express that their Tradition is the “correct Tradition.”
My own journey does not hold to that idea. While my own journey has included training in the ways of the Gardnerian Tradition, I do not find other Traditions to be “less than.”
We can look on spirituality as a large mountain. Many paths flow up that mountain. We all walk different paths. Sometimes we walk alone. Other times, we travel with others. But in the end, all the paths lead to the same place on top of the mountain. To Spirit.
May these insights support your journey.
Blessed Be,
Moonwater
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How Witches Replace People Pleasing with Real Self-Worth—Ep. 175
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How Witches Create a Safe Magical Space for Ritual Use
“I feel so squeezed!” my friend, Jennifer, said.
“By what?” I asked.
“Life, family, my boyfriend…”
“It sounds like you need to create a space for yourself,” I said.
Here are three insights.
- Start with the physical.
Physically clean a space in which you’ll conduct ritual. Wash the floor and remove any clutter.
- Use smudging to clear away negative energy.
Use a small amount of sage. I use a sage bundle. Be careful when you light it and be mindful of smoke detectors and sprinklers. A little dab will do you.
- Recite a blessing as you set up your altar and ward your space.
You can choose to recite a blessing as you set up your altar. The blessing can be something simple like:
Dear Lord and Lady,
Bless my altar and my magick working.
May they be beneficial to all involved.
Thank you.
So mote it be.
Be sure to place your altar in the middle of the space, facing North. (Some traditions choose to face another direction.)
Ward your space. Ward means to protect or guard. You can put up protective sigils or spells around the space. Additionally, have your fire extinguisher and first aid kit handy.
Now your space is ready for use.
(You can use Moonwater’s 6 Step Process for making a spell.
Finally, prior to doing your magick in the space, make sure you have a ritual bath. Also, meditate on the work at hand.
May these insights support your path.
Blessed Be,
Moonwater
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How Witches Access the Hidden Reservoir of Energy—Ep. 174
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How Witches Access the Hidden Reservoir of Energy—Ep. 174
How Witches Flow with the 3 Aspects of the Goddess
“I thought this was just a transitional time. I seem to be stuck here—like a slip of paper pinned to a corkboard,” my friend, Lena, said.
During our in-depth conversation, I realized that, often, it helps us to learn to shift and flow with 3 Aspects of the Goddess. This can help us to get unstuck.
Here are three insights.
- Realize that the 3 Aspects of the Goddess flow in daily life, too.
The 3 Aspects of the Goddess (Maiden—Mother—Crone) are often referred to as related to cycles of the year.
Still, I realized that these Aspects can be parts of one day. For example, when Jenny wakes up in the morning, she feels fresh and new. This is the Maiden. When she produces creative material at her job, she acts like the Mother.
At night, she rests as the Crone. Additionally, she may have gained some wisdom during her experiences of the day.
Cycles happen when starting a new job. You’re learning new things—like a Maiden.
Cycles occur at other points in life. If you move from somewhere you’ve lived for years, you experience loss, like a Crone. Still, when you arrive at the new apartment, you are having a new beginning—like a Maiden.
Different situations hold certain energies. These energies can be seen as Maiden, Mother, and Crone.
- Experience the real power of flowing from Aspect to Aspect.
Years ago, I felt stuck in grief. I moved from my childhood home. I mourned the loss of so much including the nearby woods and animals.
Things only got better when I could stay in the present moment. I started to focus on all I was learning at college. I connected with my Maiden-aspect. As I learned to draw and create artwork on the computer, I connected with my Mother-aspect.
I realized the real power of flowing from Aspect to Aspect.
- Empower yourself to flow by doing rituals that restore your energy.
I mentioned how I got unstuck when I focused on the present moment.
If your energy is low, it can be quite difficult to stay in the present moment. You might get stuck in grief or pain.
It’s important to devote efforts to rituals that empower you. When a situation arises and you know which aspect you wish to work with, create a ritual to bring that energy to you. Here is an easy formula to help you start.
Moonwater’s 6-Step Formula for Making a Spell
It comes down to these steps or what I call the “6 What’s”:
- What do you want?
- What element?
- What will represent that element?
- What do you have at hand?
- What words?
- What timing?
What do you want?
Seems simple enough, right? Still, many people hold the thought “I want more money.” That’s too vague. What do you want the money for? Some people have a job that pays well enough, but they hate that job. So, what do they do? They buy expensive stuff and vacations. Perhaps, what they really want is a job that they feel good about.
Now, ask yourself: “What do I want?” Then ask yourself, “No…. What do I really want?” Keep refining it until you have it. Finding the root of the need is important.
What element?
How do you pick the appropriate element? Think about your need. What element is connected to it?
Do you want to flow better at work? That relates to Water.
Do you want to think more clearly? That’s related to the element Air.
If you want more energy, you likely want to connect with the spark – with Fire.
Do you feel scattered? To connect with being grounded, focus on Earth.
Questions like these will help you pick what element is best suited for your problem or desire.
What will represent that element?
What object would make a good representation of your element? If it’s Fire, perhaps, a lit candle. If it’s water, you could use a seashell because it comes from the sea.
What do you have at hand?
With a list of objects that can represent your element, take a look and see what you have on hand that would be a match. Perhaps, your first thought was to use a shell as part of your spell. However, you do not have one in your home. You could simply grab a bowl and fill it with water.
What words?
The words you choose are important.
Here are three details to help you.
Choose an opening. Here’s an example:
By the powers of the Sun and Moon
What timing?
Give a deadline. Here’s an example:
So, make this happen nine days or less
Put in a protection phrase like An it harm none.
I also include “This or better.” Realize the God and Goddess know us well and focus on what is good for our overall journey of life.
Think about the appropriate moon phase. Waxing is for gaining or adding something to your life and waning is for decreasing or getting rid of something.
Additionally, give a time for when the spell is to end. You can say something like may it come to pass within three moons. (Spells usually come to pass within one moon cycle.)
May these insights support your path.
Blessed Be,
Moonwater
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How Witches Combine Their Dreamwork with Their Book of Shadows to Improve in Witchcraft
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How Witches Make Sure to Improve in Witchcraft
“When you were first starting as a solitary witch, how did you know you were getting any good at the Craft?” my friend, Alicia, asked.
“I didn’t” I replied.
Recently, I realized that sometimes we’re missing an important part of developing our Craft. It helps to develop what I call visible progress.
I have three insights for you.
- Start small and simple. Make it visible.
Years ago, when I was first learning to draw, I learned to illustrate the human face and head. I was taught to draw a horizontal curved line in the middle of an oval. That was where the eyes would go.
This was something simple for me to do. I could do it repeatedly and get better at it. I could see the results.
For several new witches, it seems that is hard to see visible progress. I suggest starting with something simple. For example, if you have a vague notion that you fail to do ritual often during a month, get a calendar. Log how many times you do ritual during the month.
I often suggest a Candle Lighting Ritual. It doesn’t take much time, and you can be truly specific. For example, a student, who is also a witch, lights a candle asking for Goddess’s support for her to do well on a math exam. The important thing is the student has the candle safely burn next to her while she studies for the exam.
- Choose rituals that fit into your daily life.
A number of witches find that having a ritual bath fits into their life because they’re going to bathe, anyway. The process begins with taking a regular bath to cleanse the body of the day’s dirt and grime. Let the soiled water drain from the tub. Rinse out the tub and put in fresh, warm water. Then place a sachet of herbs to soak in the water. While you’re letting your herbs steep, add some sea salt to your bath. After all the ingredients have brewed up into a nice herbal bath, step in, recline, and relax. Make sure that you pour the water over your head and neck. Ensure that you cleanse yourself completely from head to toe. After you’ve soaked in this bath for at least 30 minutes, dry yourself off with a freshly laundered towel. Put on clean clothes.
- Record your progress in your Book of Shadows (BOS).
The essential element of making your progress in the Craft visible is recording every step forward in your BOS. Several new witches make the mistake of guessing and having a vague notion of their progress. Release yourself from being vague about your progress. Meticulously write down what you do each week to support your spiritual growth. You can start your entry with a dedication to the God and Goddess. They are always on your side. They celebrate your progress.
May these insights support your path.
Blessed Be,
Moonwater
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