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Submitted question covered in this blog; "What is the biggest manifestation you've done as a witch?" This is an interesting question, as I'm not really sure of it's pure intention. It seems at first glance that this question was originally worded to legitimize spell work in general. However, I decided that I would still attempt to answer it. Magick is very much real and even if you don't believe that, it's existence through out history is hard to deny. To first clarify what is meant by spell work, I'm referring to a process of manifestation for a desired outcome to be materialized into reality. Manifestation generally refers to the belief that by intently focusing your thoughts, beliefs, and actions on a specific outcome, which that goal can be brought into reality. It's based on the physiological concept that your thoughts and energy have a powerful influence on your experiences. A central tenet of manifestation is the Law of Attraction. It's definition suggesting that we attract into our life what we put out into the universe. Positive thoughts and feelings are believed to attract positive outcomes. And, the same goes for negativity as well. Imagining and visualizing your desired outcome is a key component to manifestation and can be symbolized within ritualized spell work to strengthen that focus. Repeating positive affirming statements in incantation is thought to reprogram your subconscious mind. While thought and belief are important, many advocates of magick emphasize that taking inspired action is crucial for manifestation to occur. More about manifestation is available at: https://www.askagreywitch.com/manifestation As a witch, I have achieved manifestation through many of my own workings. The 'biggest' that I have accomplished in my perspective would really depend on the true meaning of "biggest". For example, biggest in size? Or, biggest outcome? Or, biggest impact? Or, biggest prosper? etc. In my opinion, the most impactful and prosperous manifestation that I've accomplished would be what i called my "castle spell". Also mentioned in this previous blog entry: https://www.askagreywitch.com/post/making-money-from-spellwork Making money from spellwork. Essentially, when I was younger i dreamed of living independently when I got older. I imagined living in and owning a large million dollar home (referred to as a castle to represent stability and structure and status) included with tall white pillars, placed on top of a large hill, certain features, with a large wild naturalized yard with wildflower gardens, surrounded by trees, and i even joked that I would one day maybe consider hiring my brother to work on my property, or mow my lawn, etc. (yes, it was kinda mean.... my brother and I did not get along well, as children he stole from me, we disagree and we fought a lot). As a teenager, I re-formulated this dream and desire into a poetic incantation and set a ritual to correspond my will with my words intertwining my intention for the future. An example of what I imagined Now adays i can't quite recall the exact spell and component of the workings or ritual since it was composed so long ago. Afterall, the most successful spells are the ones that are out out of sight, out of mind with confidence that the desire will be fulfilled. Several years later I did eventually live in a large house on the top of a hill in a neighborhood named after the forest that surrounds it amongst its wild flower naturalized yard. My spouse called it, my castle, unknowing about my spell I did previously. Once they mentioned that, I was reminded of my castle spell when i was a youth and the desired parameters of it: The house does have tall white pillars (although not exactly how i imagined them), it is located at the top of a large hill, specific features mentioned with a large wild naturalized yard with wildflower gardens, surrounded by trees! However, a million dollar valued home does not look nearly the same today as it did over thirty years ago! I don't live in the extraordinary large mansion that I envisioned as a youth. However, my home does contain all of the features and details explained in the castle spell from a long time ago. Perhaps i should have been more specific. AND, the only time that my brother had ever visited me at this house was once when he helped me with some yardwork as we dug post holes in order to build a fence (i wasn't actually that far off from my premonition of hiring him to do yard work either!!!). However, This house was not purchased for a million dollars. In the past ten years, certainly since the recent pandemic, the housing market has increased over 30% unexpectedly (at least, i didn't expect that) bringing my home closer to a one million dollar value evaluation based on the area where it's located and the size of property, etc. In my opinion, that's manifestation at its best! It is in hopes that this is described clearly and is helpful. If there are any questions, please feel free to submit them, or reach out to me at greywitchbryan@gmail.com or at www.askagreywitch.com Thank you for visiting my website and for reading the blog!

The submitted question covered in this blog: " What does it mean if your pregnant and a spirt or demon tries to engage sexual intercourse with you " Thank you submitting this question and being upfront about sharing such a personal experience! The interpretation of this can be complicated, drawing from both your personal spiritual beliefs and other broader personal contexts. Pregnancy is known to sometimes make witches feel more energetically open or sensitive to various energies. You are likely more attuned to some subtle energies and may be drawing them to you Is it possible that you are perceiving a strong or invasive energetic presence and your mind is interpreting it in a sexual context? ...especially if you are feeling vulnerable or stressed. In some spiritual practices involving shadow work manifestations, disturbing or uncomfortable experiences can be manifestations of your own subconscious "shadow" aspects that need to be acknowledged and integrated. More about shadow work in this previous blog entry: https://www.askagreywitch.com/post/shadow-work-expanded Shadow work expanded on further. As a Humanist Wiccan, I wonder if your pregnancy might be bringing something subconscious to the surface, perhaps? Does the experience hold any symbolic meaning for you or within your spiritual journey? Consider what intercourse, intimacy, power, and vulnerability within this context represents to you personally. The spirit or demon might actually be a symbolic representation of an internal conflict or an external force you can subtly feel is trying to control or making you feel violated. Some witchcraft traditions may view your growing power as a pregnant witch a source of attraction for certain entities, both benevolent and malevolent. In that case, this could be a negative entity reacting to your increasing energy. Regardless, the experience signifies a violation of your energetic and personal boundaries. My advice is to reclaim and strengthen your boundaries as a crucial next step. An evil eye amulat is often worn as a protective symbol against psychic attacks Depending on your cultural background, there might be existing folklore about spirits and pregnancy that you may find helpful. If you feel psychically attacked, you should immediately reinforce your spiritual protections. This could involve casting protective circles or shields, or calling upon your deities, guides, or guardians for protection, using protective sigils, crystals, or herbs, performing cleansing rituals for yourself and your space. More about protection in this previous blog entry: https://www.askagreywitch.com/post/protections protecting yourself further. Try to discern the nature of the experience. Does the spirit feel malicious, opportunistic, or something else? Trust your intuition and maybe trying a divination practice that you use might be helpful. Your protective instincts for your unborn child are likely strong. Incorporate protections for your baby into your spiritual workings. Energetically and intentionally set firm boundaries. Clearly communicate (mentally or verbally) that such interactions are unwelcome and will not be tolerated. If you feel the entity is negative or attached, perform thorough cleansing and banishing rituals for yourself, your home, and in your aura. If you are part of a coven or have trusted fellow witches, reach out for support, guidance, and potentially collaborative workings. While approaching it from a spiritual perspective, don't entirely dismiss the possibility of vivid dreams or psychological factors. Hormonal changes and stress during pregnancy can lead to vivid and disturbing dreams that feel very real. Anxiety and fear related to pregnancy or other factors can manifest in unusual experiences. I can imagine that experiencing something like what you've described may be deeply unsettling. Trust your instincts, prioritize your well-being and the well-being of your baby, and don't hesitate to seek support from both spiritual and mundane sources. If the experience is causing significant distress, seeking support from a therapist or counselor who is open to magick or understanding of spiritual experiences could be beneficial. Explore any underlying fears, vulnerabilities, or unresolved issues that might be contributing to these experiences. Regularly ground your energy and center yourself to maintain stability and connection to the earth. It is in hope that this is helpful. Please don't hesitate to reach out again if you have any questions or further concerns. Of course, if you have other questions about witchcraft related topics, can also be submitted at www.askagreywitch.com Blessed be.

Submitted question covered in this blog: "What dangers are present to those who identify as witches today?" Thank you for submitting this question as this is a huge concern internationally. The answer to this question will depend on where you live in the world. This question may have derived from the previous blog entry: https://www.askagreywitch.com/post/dangers-of-witchcraft Dangers of Witchcraft. Most of whom are affected by witchcraft related prejudice unfortunately usually belong to vulnerable or marginalised groups such as women, children or people with abnormalities or disabilities. Witches are sometimes used by their communities as easy excuses or scapegoats for all kinds of problems such as but not exclusive to illnesses, misfortunes or poverty. "If something goes unexpectedly wrong, a witch must've been involved" and accusations can spread like wildfire. It is my understanding that this was the basis behind the European and North American witch trials, also known as the witch-hunt, in the mid 1600s. This radical movement has been memorialized within the popular colonial town of Salem in Massachusetts, USA. This is where in 1692 to 1693 more than 200 people were prosecuted for suspected witchcraft related activities and many perished under torture, in unsanitary prisons, or while being hung when found guilty. ... And, that was just one town! In Europe this was known as the Burning Times in the 16th and 17th centuries as witches were often burned at the stake. The historical persecution of witches are complex and tragic events that collectively encompass the misunderstandings, misconceptions, and prosecutions that led to the deaths of countless innocent people. Unlike the United States and Canada, unfortunately this fear and prosecution is still very prevalent in some other countries around the world today, such as in India, Nigeria, Zimbabwe and South Africa. Within these countries it is extremely dangerous to be considered a witch due to the amount of fear, misunderstandings and misconceptions that still existing today. The many number of churches that preach about sorcery and witchcraft being tied to evil contributes to the rise of witchcraft related abuse and discrimination. The ways in which witches are often portrayed in movies and television shows doesn't help either and also contributes to this fear factor. The many misunderstanding that still exist today has lead to many witches to feel unsafe to publicly identify as a witch, or any kind of magickal practitioner. More about that can be read in this previous blog entry: https://www.askagreywitch.com/post/out-of-the-broom-closet Out of the broom closet. Proper education and training on the subject of witchcraft as well as cultural and social changes may be what's required in order to tackle these epidemics of panic driven fear. As a North American witch who resides in Canada, I am fortunate enough and privileged to express myself without the worry or fear of prosecution. It is not dangerous for me to be a witch as it is for others in other areas of the world, as I mentioned above. As a citizen of Canada, I am protected by the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Particularly: the Freedom of Religion; Freedom of Thought Belief, Opinion, and Expression; and Equality Rights. However, I do still occasionally experience some discrimination from others based on my individual beliefs that differ from the more common belief systems and general public view. It should be mentioned that while the Canadian Charter provides these protections, there are limitations on these rights. Such as when these rights infringe on the rights of others or are contrary to public safety. The Witchcraft laws in Canada were officially repealed in 2016. This means that it is no longer a crime to practice witchcraft or to engage in related activities. This is when I, myself began to openly express myself as a grey practitioner of magick. While the specific laws against witchcraft have been removed, other laws, such as those related to fraud or harassment, may still apply if someone uses witchcraft-related practices to deceive people. It should also be mentioned that many witches and Wiccans generally follow a "harm none, do what ye will" guideline in their magick. More about that can be read in this recent previous blog entry: https://www.askagreywitch.com/post/the-law-of-iii The Law of III. Thank you for reading my blog while visiting my website. Do you have questions related to magick and witchcraft? Submit them at: https://www.askagreywitch.com/contact Stay safe! And, bright blessings.

About Sacred Meadow Circle History of Wicca that Influences the Sacred Meadow Circle Tradition. One of the earliest known beliefs was Animism, which held the belief that everything possesses a spirit, including the wind, rivers, mountains, and animals like bears and squirrels, etc. Even abstract ideas such as leadership and hunting were thought to have spirits. This belief is reflected in ancient cave paintings featuring horned figures and small carvings. A significant spirit for early humans was the God of Hunting, often represented as a horned figure in cave art, who was honored through rituals before hunts to gain his favor. This deity, known as the Horned God, appears in various cultures under different names, such as Cernunnos, Pan, and Freyja, who is depicted with antlers. The survival of Paleolithic hunters and gatherers relied heavily on reproduction, both of their own kind and the herds they hunted. Consequently, the Goddess of Fertility became vital, as without her, both people and animals would perish. This Mother Goddess is often represented in ancient carvings, like the Venus figures, which feature exaggerated reproductive traits. As agriculture emerged, her significance grew, and she appeared in various cultures, sometimes multiple times, as figures like Freya, Demeter, and Isis. Humans eventually conceptualized an afterlife, particularly evident among the Gravettians, who practiced burial rituals, often using red ochre and positioning the deceased in a fetal stance, symbolizing rebirth. One theory suggests that dreams influenced this belief; when a loved one died, they appeared to be sleeping, leading people to think that death was a transition to a dream world. The God of the Hunt also evolved into a deity of Death and Rebirth, seen in figures like Woden, Cernunnos, and Osiris. As these early religions evolved, they became more intricate, establishing hierarchies among spirits. The God of Hunting and the Mother Goddess typically occupied the highest positions, but as societies became more autocratic, the primary god often represented sovereignty and nobility, such as Odin or Jupiter, while the God of the Hunt remained associated with the wild. The Mother Goddess retained her prominence, seen in figures like Frigga and Juno. As civilizations advanced, the roles of gods grew more complex, embodying multiple aspects, with Thunor representing Protection and Harvest, and Woden encompassing Death, Wisdom, War, Poetry, and more. At the lower end of the hierarchy, land spirits were viewed more personally, still rooted in animism, and known by names like Elves, Alfar, Dryads, Nymphs, and Fae. While not necessarily considered gods, these spirits were still regarded as divine. This belief in the divinity of all things, from higher gods to common spirits, remains a core principle of Wicca today. The intricate spirit world led to the emergence of individuals who could better understand it, becoming priests of Nature, known as shamans, medicine men, druids, and in Saxon times, wicce (female) and wicca (male). Today, we identify as Wicca or Witches, reflecting our belief in being priests of nature. The ability to harness the divine qualities of herbs or connect with land spirits defined this priesthood, but these abilities were later turned against them during the rise of Christianity and the ensuing witch trials across Europe. Recommended Reading: The Witch - Cult in Western Europe By Margaret Murray Witchcraft Today by Gerald Gardner Buckland's Complete Book of Witchcraft by Raymond Buckland More reading recommendations at: https://www.askagreywitch.com/post/book-recommendations Inspirations of modern practices: It’s essential to recognize that the work of Dr. Margaret Alice Murray, The Witch Cult in Western Europe, was not intended as a historical account but rather a theoretical proposition, like those of other scholars, which faced significant scrutiny. Despite its flaws, her theory provided a valuable foundation for further exploration of the origins of religion. In 1951, England abolished its last witchcraft law, and in 1954, Gerald Gardner published Witchcraft Today, detailing his initiation into a coven of witches. He depicted them not as malevolent figures but as practitioners of an ancient, nature-based faith, the true age of which remains uncertain and arguably irrelevant. Gardner's findings were incomplete, drawing from various sources, including Ceremonial Magic and Aradia, Gospel of the Witches by Charles Godfrey Leland, which culminated in Ye Bok of Ye Art Magical, the cornerstone of Gardnerian Wicca. Gardner aimed to preserve this religion for future generations, but the secrecy oath binding coven members posed a challenge, similar to other ancient secret societies. To navigate this and the existing witchcraft laws, he penned a fictional work, High Magic’s Aid, in 1949. Following the law's repeal and with his coven's consent, Witchcraft Today served as his declaration of this ancient faith, later followed by The Meaning of Witchcraft in 1959. Opinions on Gardnerian Wicca and it's assertions vary widely, both within and outside Wicca, with some traditions claiming greater antiquity. While some suggest Gardner collaborated with the notorious occultist Aleister Crowley to fabricate the religion, substantial evidence counters this claim. Ultimately, the legitimacy of Wicca does not hinge on historical accuracy, and we owe a significant debt to Gerald Gardner; thus, Witchcraft Today deserves respect from all, including those outside the Gardnerian tradition. Historical Influence: Most of Gardner's influence was felt in England, while it remained relatively unknown North America. Raymond Buckland, an English scholar of the occult became intrigued by Wicca after reading "The Cult in Western Europe" and "Witchcraft Today." Following a correspondence with Gardner he traveled to Scotland was initiated into the Craft by Gardner's Priestess, Monique Wilson. He then introduced Wicca to the United States, becoming the first person there to identify as a Witch. By this time, Gardnerian Wicca had expanded, leading to the creation of daughter covens and the emergence of new traditions that either claimed to predate Gardner's or were simply different. Many of these traditions implemented a degree system akin to that of the Masons, which Dr. Buckland observed often resulted in power struggles, with those of lower degrees relegated to mere observers of rituals led by the High Priestess and High Priest. Recognizing that history alone does not validate a religion, Raymond established his own tradition, eliminating the Ceremonial Magic introduced by Gardner (originally from the Golden Dawn tradition) and replacing the Celtic/Welsh elements with Saxon ones. This led to the founding of the Seax-Wica tradition in 1973, marked by the publication of "The Tree: The Complete Book of Saxon Witchcraft." Seax-Wica also abandoned the concept of an Oath of Secrecy, embracing the idea of solitary practice. By this time, other traditions such as Frost Wicca, Alexandrian Wicca, and PectiWita had also developed over the years. Modern Witchcraft: The emergence of new traditions continues, leading to 'typical' Wiccan often practices alone and in their own distinctive manner, fostering a personal relationship with personified aspects of human nature without compromise. This widespread eclecticism can be both a strength and a weakness, but it has become the new norm with traditional denominations like Alexandrian, Frost, Gardnerian, and Seax-Wica now in the minority. Nevertheless, the Wiccan community is more united and open than ever, and the legitimacy of the religion has been established through numerous court cases worldwide. Pagan festivals have been held for decades, and both prisons and the military have developed guidelines for practicing Wiccan faiths within their institutions. Given the eclectic nature of modern Wicca, it can be challenging to define the beliefs of most Wiccans today. Some individuals seem to intentionally reject traditional Wiccan teachings while still identifying as Wiccan. In my view, this is as contradictory as someone denying Jesus' existence while claiming to be a Christian. To truly identify as Wiccan, one should respect the core principles and beliefs of the tradition. Everyone should remain true to their spiritual identity. Always trust your instincts and follow your intuition. About Sacred Meadow Circle

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About Sacred Meadow Circle The Sacred Meadow Circle tradition focuses on the individual development and exploration of one's self for each member. We believe that anyone and everyone as human beings are capable of intuition, expression and empowerment of themselves. We practice the rites of Humanist Wicca to attune ourselves with the natural rhythm of nature marked by the phases of the Moon and the seasonal quarters and cross quarters and acknowledge that one day concepts like synchronicity, manifestation, and consciousness will be further explained through science. There is no requirement to identify as Wiccan to participate. The status of development of initiation is merely for one's own reflection and tracking of their own progress for those who dedicate. Self dedications and self initiations are encouraged with guidance to help each along their own way in the craft. Coven membership and member positions or initiation status, etc. do not extend beyond the Sacred Meadow Circle. Even the status of "Priest(ess)" and "High Priest(ess)" in the S.M.C. tradition only references to the gained experience required to support gatherings or to facilitate and lead in ritual. Each are not considered elevated in membership to the coven in anyway, and are no more higher than, nor more powerful than any other member. Just as each and every member is no more higher than, nor more powerful than each other. We all have the same potential in the craft complimented by our own unique developments, skill sets and abilities. Respecting each other for each other's differences lay the foundation within this coven's workings and rituals together. Development of each individual member: Non-Members: (Theow) Sometimes those who have not committed to the coven may be invited to remain outside of the circle boundary during ritual gatherings. This may include potential members, spouses or family of members, or invited guests, etc. Occasionally, the Sacred Meadow Circle may invite special guests or speakers to attend remote gatherings online or at in person gatherings as outer-circle guests. Speakers are invited to discuss witchcraft related topics that are of interest to the coven members, and do not partake in ritual or tradition related activities, etc. Other invited guests are welcome provided that they are approved in advance by the participating group's members. This could include a spouse, youth (child of a coven member), or friend of a coven member, or a potential new member curious to learn more about the group before they join. Younger children are not acceptable invitees to Esbats. However, younger children are welcome to attend Sabbats under the supervision of their parent or guardian. Spouses and significant partners of the coven members may be invited to observe as out of circle guests (with advanced notification to the group involved). Please note that only coven members partake in ritual. Member at Large: (Coerl) Members of the Full Moon Sacred Meadow Circle are those who identify as witches comes to meetings regularly, take part in rituals and gatherings, etc. and have been familiar and comfortable with the group structure and dynamics. It is not required to dedicate to the tradition of the Sacred Meadow Circle in order to be a member. Nor does each member need to identify as Wiccan. The Sacred Meadow Circle supports anyone who considers themselves a witch and encourages self dedication and self initiation as individual rites and responsibilities of each Gesith under the guidance of a High Priest or High Priestess of S.M.C. It should be mentioned that members whom are also spouses should attend gatherings as individual witches and separate members of the coven. Each represents themselves in the craft and is respected as an individual that has separate trajectories and initiations in the tradition. At no time should any one unknown to the group be present at gatherings! This includes remote gatherings that take place online, (usually over Zoom) as well as in person gatherings. And so, it is expected that each invited to the gatherings will not disclose the location to others, and will not share the join link used to attend remote gatherings. Those who participating in the gatherings will be considerate to their surroundings that which may be visible within your camera's view range and to be sure that there are no "ease-droppers" within hearing range of the computer or device being used. Each member or guest should use their own camera and mic to attend. Cesith: If one joined the coven after doing the Rite of Dedication with another coven previously, or within another Wiccan tradition, no further dedication is necessary. If accepted by the coven, would be accepted as a Cesith (Basically a Gesith from another Wiccan denomination or separate tradition from the S.M.C. Gesith: A Gesith is able to act as an advisor to other members based on experience in the craft. One is only considered a Gesith if completed a dedication ritual and the initiation has begun within the tradition of the S.M.C. The preferred path to becoming a Gesith is: Theow -> Coerl -> Gesith Gesith Initiation process and development: No one can truly say that any one view of worshipping or acknowledging the deities is more correct than others. The Wiccan religions are a very personal thing and each Wiccan must discover what is exactly right for each. If it is right for you, it is right! "To consider whether Wicca is right for you, you first need to consider whether you are right for Wicca. Can you view deities as described? Can you relate to the closeness to all nature? Do you feel energetic influences of magick? " - From Raymond Buckland, Seax Wiccan Founder. The Challenge: Is this really what you want? Can you learn about this path? Can you really live this life? Are you really committed? Can you support others in their own path? If you answer, "Yes" to all of the above, then you may perform a personal self dedication ritual. To learn more about personal dedication to the Sacred Meadow Circle tradition, please visit the coven page or contact us! Reading recommendations at: https://www.askagreywitch.com/post/book-recommendations About Sacred Meadow Circle