The Five of Pentacles often shows two weary figures moving past a bright window, usually a church or sanctuary. Cold snow or bare ground makes the scene look hard. This card speaks about struggle, loss, and feeling shut out. It is one of the most challenging cards in the Pentacles suit. When I teach tarot,…
The Five of Swords calls on the P.E.N.S.I. Method by combining Position, Element, Numerology, Symbolism, and Intuition into one picture of conflict without true victory. Embarrassment and perhaps humiliation are involved. This card marks a clash where someone walks away satisfied but not fulfilled. It shows the moment where winning costs more than the gain…
The Five of Wands hits with noise and friction, and conflict waits in each corner. It is easy to learn this card with my P.E.N.S.I Method First, this card brings heat that forces growth through struggle. Next, it pushes you to face truth instead of hiding. Tension rises fast, and it refuses to soften. Still,…
How often have you heard the four elements, Earth, Air, Fire, and Water, referenced alongside witchcraft? Probably countless times. Across history, nearly every culture named these as the core elements. The ancient Sumerians were the first to really give them focused attention. Everything on Earth—and in the cosmos—has its own vibration. Every stone, tree, and…
The Four of Pentacles in the Rider–Waite Tarot shows a seated figure clutching one coin at the chest, balancing another on the crown, and pinning two beneath the feet. A walled city stands behind, reminding us of both security and confinement. The entire scene (symbolism, 1 of 5 parts to my first P.E.N.S.I. lesson, and…
The Four of Swords calls on the P.E.N.S.I. Method by combining Position, Element, Numerology, Symbolism, and Intuition into one picture of rest after strain. This card marks a pause that follows effort or conflict. It shows the moment where motion stops so repair can begin. The focus is not escape, but recovery. In this card,…
The Four of Wands shows a moment of joy, stability, and shared support. This card often appears when a foundation is strong enough to celebrate. It marks times when work has paid off and community or home life feels steady and warm. This card’s meaning is derived from my method: P.E.N.S.I. This post uses P.E.N.S.I.,…
Friday magic spells and rituals help you start your weekend with intention; therefore, make it a magical Friday. But which spells work best on a Friday? Clearly, this day is perfect for focusing on love, beauty, creativity, and harmony. If you are ready to attract romance or strengthen relationships, then Friday is an ideal time…
I practice garden magic because dirt and roots speak louder than incense smoke. My garden feels alive, even when weeds try to win. I learned that plants and fae share a talent for surprise. One day you find blooms. The next day you find chaos. Because of that, I consecrate my garden. I work with…
When you dive into the realms of occultism, one name keeps popping up: Hermes Trismegistus. This figure, also known as Thoth in Egyptian mythology, holds a significant place in ancient wisdom and spiritual teachings. To the Egyptians, Thoth was the god of wisdom, knowledge, and time. He had the body of a man, the head…
