A very romanticized tool, a witch wand has a beloved place in the imagery witchcraft conjures. But what exactly is a wand and how do you use one? That’s what most folk want to know. I can tell you it’s more than pointing it at something and uttering a few words. Finally, I’ll share with…
One of the most iconic witch tools, the witches witches athame, is often misunderstood. Understandably, outsiders—and even many practitioners—struggle with the wide range of traditions surrounding it. Many witches consider the witches athame the “male” counterpart to the wand’s “female” energy though wands have been linked to both male and female energy. I can see…
Altar candles for magic play a central role on witches’ altars. Altar candles are a consideration in how to set up your witch’s altar. As explained previously, a witch’s altar is highly personal and can vary greatly depending on culture and traditions. Altar candles are no different. All I can do is show you my…
A witch altar is the center point of a witch’s sacred space where rituals and spells are performed. It is the center of power and energy. Before we get into a witch altar, you should know they are as diverse as the witches that use them. An altar is a highly personal thing for starters.…
When most people hear the word “witch,” a pretty specific image forms. You probably imagine a mysterious woman in a cottage, stirring herbs into a bubbling pot. Maybe there’s a broom involved, maybe a cat. She’s powerful, feared, and probably misunderstood. That’s the image we’ve inherited for centuries. However, it’s not the full story—not even…
Positive affirmations, we’ve all heard about this at one time or another. Perhaps you are wondering if they really work, I’m pleased to tell you they do. Positive affirmations are not just for witches seeking growth and personal power. They are for anyone wishing to overcome, improve, enhance and grow in some form or another.…
In the world of witchcraft and paganism, the Emerald Tablet sparks wide discussion. However, for this meditation exercise, I encourage you not to get overwhelmed by the many interpretations. What if you could download answers to deep questions or unlock hidden magical knowledge? Naturally, that idea excites most of us. Still, we are not referring…
641Shatter the Illusion: What Is ego death, really? Don’t limit your perspective with a mask; it will define you. The ego, after all, isn’t your true nature. I377t’s a construct, shaped by memories, fears, and societal expectations. And while Freud described it as a balancing force between primal urges and moral reasoning, mystics see it…
