Death is on the minds of many as we deal with the global pandemic from the coronavirus. Every religion and culture has its own way of dealing with death, but how do witches and pagans process this transformation?
The ancient and powerful goddess Hecate loves herbal offerings. She is a goddess of herbalism and teaches plant lore to her followers. All of nature belongs to this chthonic goddess, but deadly plants are especially holy to her. Hecate was one of the most important goddesses in ancient Greece. In some myths she is associated…
Mabon is a celebration of the bountiful harvest during Autumn Equinox on September 23. It’s also known as the “Fall Equinox” and is a harvest festival celebrated by many neopagans and witches. It occurs around when the sun leaves Virgo and enters Libra. It’s the time when the balance between masculine and feminine energies shifts….
Did you know that the Babylonians made New Year’s resolutions over 4,000 years ago? This is an ancient tradition that seems to be mostly a joke to modern people. I think that’s sad, because this is such a wonderful time to make important promises and really strive to keep them. The Babylonians made their New…
Is improved fitness one of your new year goals? If you’re looking for an Instagram bod or just to heal your core after having a baby, fitness is an important part of our lives. This time of year brings out a desire to start something new for all of us, including embarking on new fitness…
These positive affirmations are written specifically for the spiritual, witchy, and pagan readers of my blog. Make the coming year even more magical with these affirmations. When you choose a few of these to repeat, you are using the magic of positive thinking to manifest good things into your life. Some of these affirmations are…
For many witches and pagans, it is important to follow the wheel of the year. The 8 sabbats or holidays of the wheel of the year help to keep us in tune with the natural flow of the seasons. Learn how to say the names of these holidays to avoid any embarassing situations when speaking…
Modern witches can only discern the meaning of Yule by looking at our history. Because early Christians were fascinated by old pagan traditions, many of these pre-Christmas traditions live on in modern times. What is the meaning of Yule for pagans and Wiccans? Yule is a holiday that taps into the eternal cycle of life…
The time for Yule recipes is almost upon us. For the kitchen witches among us, that means it’s time to collect some recipes, choose your menus, and maybe even test some cookie recipes. This sugar cookie recipe has been adapted for the kitchen witch’s Yuletide feast. With your heart and intentions set to bring prosperity…
I remember the first time I tried this easy slow cooker wassail recipe. I was in high school, and it was my grandma’s famous Christmas party. The whole family, plus family friends, were there. While no one was looking, I snuck into the kitchen where the wassail bowl was waiting. I took a spoonful and…