The Rede of the Wiccae Made famous by Doreen Valiente, Initiate of Gerald Gardner. Being known as The counsel of the Wise Ones: Bide the Wiccan laws ye must, in perfect love and perfect trust. Live and let live, fairly take and fairly give. Cast a circle thrice about to keep the evil spirits out. To bind the spell every time, let the spell be spake in rhyme. Soft of eye and light of touch, speak little, listen much. Deosil go by the waxing moon, sing and dance the Wiccan rune. Widdershins go when the moon doth wane, and the Werewolf howls by the dread Wolfsbane. When the Lady's Moon is new, kiss thy hand to Her times two. When the Moon rides at Her peak then your heart's desire seek. Heed the Northwind's mighty gale; lock the door and drop the sail. When the wind comes from the South, love will kiss thee on the mouth. When the wind blows from the East, expect the new and set the feast. When the West wind blows o'er thee, departed spirits restless be. Nine woods in the Cauldron go, burn them quick a' burn them slow. Elder be ye Lady's tree; burn it not or cursed ye'll be. When the Wheel begins to turn, let the Beltane fires burn. When the Wheel has turned at Yule, light the log and let Pan rule. Heed ye flower bush and tree, by the Lady Bless'd Be. Where the rippling waters go cast a stone and truth ye'll know. When find that ye have need, hearken not to others' greed. With the fool no season spend or be counted as his friend. Merry meet and merry part, bright the cheeks and warm the heart. Mind the Three Fold Law ye should, three times bad and three times good. When misfortune is enow, wear the Blue Star on thy brow. True in love ever be unless thy lover's false to thee. Eight words ye Wiccan Rede fulfill: An' it harm none, do what ye will. Introduction to Witchcraft Submit a question

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Tarot card divination The messages within await Cartomancy is divination or fortune taking using a deck or cards. They're are different forms of cartomancy since suit cards were first introduced into Europe in the 14th century. Practitioners of cartomancy are generally known as cartomancers, card readers, or just as readers. One form of caromancy is Tarot card reading. A tarot card reader uses messages received from the cards to gain insight or new perspectives into the past, present or future. A question is formulated and then cards are drawn to interpret the messages. Message can very depending on the card itself and also the direction of the cards in which it lands, and if a layout or specific card spread is used it will also depend on where the cards land into which position. Intuition is generally taken advantage of to clarify the meanings of the messages. The ways in which the messages are related and associated to the different aspects of ourselves and our lives is how insight and new perspectives are drawn out from within us. Hence, "the messages within await". Helpful suggestions Are you interested in doing your own self readings? Here are some tips to get started: F Find a tarot deck that you like. There are many different kinds of cards that can be used for excellent readings. The most common tarot deck is the Rider Waite deck. There are many other tarot decks the use the same or similar symbolism and meanings as the Rider Waite illustrations. There are also other decks that are completely different and have their own design. Take your time to find the tarot deck that speaks to you. When you have purchased or obtained your new cards, keep it in a special pouch, or wrap them in a special clothe, and somehow make them your own. Some sleep with them under their pillow for the first few weeks to charge with their energy. Others place certain types of crystals with them when not in use. Always keep your's covered to remain dust free and they will last longer. Do what feels right to you in creating a relationship with your own personal tarot deck. Spend some time getting to know the cards. For tarot, lay out the entire deck. You can separate the Higher Arcana cards, Court cards, and Lower Arcana cards at first if that helps to focus on the differences between these groups within common decks. Go through the deck and familiarize yourself with each's symbolisms. What does each card 'say' to you? Whether you are working with runes or tarot cards, be objective, and trust your instincts. Most tarot decks will come with an instruction book that can be used at first as a general guideline. However, eventually you should reach a point when you feel confident to read the cards without these descriptions. As you go through the cards more you'll begin to form a kind of relationship as you learn the cards meanings, including your own interpretations. Follow your intuition. Consider how each card may mean something different according to where and how it is placed in your layout or spread. If the interpreted meanings of your cards do not seem to fit with your subject or question, write down those details and watch for events to unfold over the next few days or so - sometimes meanings can make more sense afterwards. Some forewarnings may not make sense until 'it' happens. In the beginning, you're going to have difficulty reading a complicated layout or spread. Especially, if you haven't built a relationship with the cards (getting to know them well). I'd suggest to start with a simple layout or spread first (1 rune/card draw, or a 3-5 runes draw or cards spread for example). Then, when you feel confident learn the more challenging methods, such as a full card casting, or full tarot spreads (5-9 cards spread, or the commonly used 10 card Celtic Crux spread, or others) A great way to start readings is to give yourself readings on a regular basis. I STILL do daily readings for myself to know what to expect that day. Each time you'll learn more and more about your own interpretations of the cards and layouts or spreads used. This allows you to become more comfortable and confident before giving readings to others. Knowing yourself well enough is key to remaining objective while giving readings. Our inner-selves can sometimes throw us off in self readings, which is why some books do not recommend it. The more objective you are in self readings, the more accurately you'll be able to interpreted the messages for yourself, and as well for others. The "Do's and Don'ts" of readings To do? or not to do? DO's: ------ DO create a relationship with the cards or runes and get to know their meanings on a personal level. For simple questions or topics, DO use a simple spread or layout. DO choose a spread or layout to use first, even before shuffling the cards or holding the runes. DO focus on the use of the spread or layout chosen with the intention of the reading while shuffling the cards or holding/casting the runes. DO be objective through out the reading, and remain subjective. DO keep an open mind, and accept the messages received. DO hear what you need to hear, (not what you want to hear). DO expect the unexpected DON'T's: -------- DO NOT read for others while haven't taken the time to get to know the cards for one's self. DO NOT read when emotional DO NOT drawing "classifiers" or extra tarot cards beyond the chosen spread DO NOT do multiple readings on the same question or topic without allowing time to pass in order to offer a new perspective. DO NOT do Readings in hopes for specific meanings. DO NOT use complicated spreads or layouts for simple questions or topics. Personal associations Getting to know the cards Below are some associations to begin reading from tarot spreads, and then allowing intuition to guide fine-tuning the messages of each card according to the energy of the quarrent or sitter. It is important to understand that the interpretations of the meanings of each tarot card will change slightly according to its spread/layout position and also, whether it has been placed right side up, sideways or reversed will further refine the message from the reading, as well as the intuition of the reader. Tarot Reading and The Cards: For the following, these are general associations according to Rider Waite symbolism. Card Suites The Quarrent - Spirit, Within, subject or question Pentacles or coins - Earth, North, money and achievement Swords or blades - Air, East, intellect and decision Wands or rods - Fire, South, and action Cups or chalices- Water, West, and emotion Higher Arcana 0 The Fool - a fresh start or leap of faith I The Magician - power, skill II The High Priest(ess) - intuition, higher wisdom III The Empress - fertility, abundance, creativity IV The Emperor - authority V The Heirophant - religion, group identity VI The Lovers - union, binders VII The Chariot - victory, assertion, momentum VIII Strength - cottage, self control IX The Hermit - solitude, soul searching X The Wheel of Fortune - Karma, turning a cycle XI Justice - fairness, cause and effect XII The Hanged Man - letting go, suspension XIII Death - endings, beginnings IXV Temperance - balance, healing XV The Devil - bondage, restriction XVI The Tower - sudden change XVII The Star - hope, spiritual, guidance XVIII The Moon - illusion, Merry, dreams IXX The Sun - success, vitality, youth XX Judgement - Inner Calling XXI The World - completion, accomplishment Court Page - messages, enthusiasm, synchronicity, curiosity, youth Knight - motion, passion, romance, haste, adolescence Queen - creativity, vibrancy, nurturing, astute, women King - vision, emotional self control, truth, man Lower Arcana Pentacles / coins I prosperity II balance III teamwork IV budgeting V poverty VI charity / giving VII making investment VIII patience IX independent wealth X culmination, ancestry Wands / rods I inspiration II choice III foresight IV community V conflict VI recognition VII standing your ground VIII travel / news IX resilience X burden Swords / blades I clarity II decision III pain IV rest V defeat VI transition VII making a break for it VIII isolation IX anxiety X endings/ defeat Cups / chalices I intimacy II love III friendship IV apathy V loss VI youth VII dreams / fantasy VIII moving on IX fulfillment X marriage / happy home Positions from spreads: Target Environment Quarrant Subject Rival/against Ground Past Present Future Many come to pass Will come to pass Fear Family opinion Hope Outcome Path Dilema Advise Resolve Action Tool Considerations Reversed Oracle Working with the cards An energetic exchange with the deck Energy is everywhere. It is a part of us and every item and object that surrounds us. We can interact physically and energetically with our environment. The balancing of energies is an important aspect of all workings with tarot cards, in my opinion. Energy work is used within many different practices, such as mediumship, metaphysical healing, working with nature or wildlife or deity, sensing or scrying and also includes working with rune casting and tarot card readings. Especially during the shuffling of tarot cards. While doing so, there is an energetically charging of intention that is taking place (for example the question of the querrent) and feeling the reflection of that energy return is how to know how to read the answer. When shuffling tarot cards it's the energy of the cards that lets the reader know when to stop or which card to choose. Again, it's the energetic draw of the symbolism in the tarot card's design and spread used that guides a tarot reading alongside the intuition of the reader. Aside from oracle decks, there are many different tarot decks to choose from when you are ready to purchase your own and get started with doing your own readings. To know which to choose, you should select the one that energetically "feels" right to you. For more information... ... visit the Stafford Tarot website reading tips blog: Visit StaffordTarot.com for more information

Suggestions and Tips Read, read, and read some more As mentioned previously, there is so so sooo much information out there. Whether it's in books, online articles, as well as other sources of information such as videos, documentaries, etc. Start with your interests in witchcraft and then go from there. If interested in Wicca, research and discover the different branches of Wicca to be sure that you are comfortable with the traditions and practices you've learned about. Research can help to decide what is the best fit for you, personally. "An' it harm none, do what ye will." Don't just believe whatever you read or learn about when it comes to Witchcraft. Go with what mostly connects with you. I can't reiterate enough that what works for you may not work for others (and vice versa) and that each and every witches practice is different from each other. There is no wrong way to setup a practice, and there certainly is no wrong way to believe what it is that you believe. Go with your instincts, and follow your intuition. Document your path One of the things that I often hear/read other witches say A LOT is to journal your progress. This is something that was and still is hugely important in my own practice. I write in a Book of Shadows: details of rituals and practice information, a Book of Mirrors: where I write reflections of myself, a Book of Spells: also known as a grimoire, and a Book for my coven's information called The Tree (pages considered the leaves that come and go) which each of my coven members will be invited to take from or add too for/from their own knowledge. Each book is kept up to date regularly (when I'm able). It's important to acknowledge the changes that constantly happen as one grows with their craft. Prevent burn-out Understanding that energy is all around us existing in everything, in every stone, twig, flower, plant, tree, ...all creatures, etc. We can interact within our surroundings in an energetic way through spellwork. It's my advice to not only depend on your own energy. But, make use of the energies around you to avoid feeling exhausted. Also, don't rush - take your time. Witchcraft is a spirituality and has a lifetime worth of learning! Be confident Free will can not be controlled. Your free will is always your own. The more confident you are, the more empowered your free will is. Protection spells allow us to feel more confident. And so, in return our free will is then empowered to not be as influenced by negative energies around, or directed towards. The more confident a witch is in their craft, the less effect and influence any external negative energy will have. Knowing your innerself well, also known as the shadow, will help to know what will work for you, and what won't. Expensives NOT REQUIRED! There are actually no tools required to start doing witchcraft. Most practitioners can direct energy with simply using their index and middle fingers. Nature can provide most to all working ingredients. Find pebbles, rocks, and crystals outside near forests, paths, meadows, beaches, or where-ever your surroundings. Sticks, stones, grass, vines, flowers, herbs, dead insects, bones from victims of prey, etc. Collect the rain water. Charge under the full moon, ... There really are no costs required. HOWEVER, Tools can help Tools are not required. That being said, they can help. Some practitioners find they feel more directive with energy by using an athame or a wand. Although a wand could be selfmade from a thin branch there may be some tools many can't selfmake themselves, such as an athame. It would be my suggestion to start with naturally provided tools. However, when you feel ready and if affordable, there is also nothing wrong with purchasing craftsmanship from others. Just be sure to first cleanse away others' energy and to charge the object with your own energy with intention before implementing it into your practice. Trust your instincts! Don't let anyone else tell you that you're not doing something right, or that you are doing something the wrong way. There is no wrong way for you to express your spiritual. Each and every one of us has different associations to everything based on our own experiences in life. No one walks the same exact path. ...Be you! Do it your way! Manifestation is much more likely when spellwork is personally satisfying to the caster. Follow your intuition We all have guidance we can connect to whether it be ancesters, deities, spirit, or what ever your beleifs. Requesting assistance is always ok. However, do your own spellwork. No one can associate more with your desire than yourself. If a spell is found online, or provided by another practitioner of magick, feel free to change anything: the ritual; ingredients; incantation; etc. so that it resonates more with your own intentions for the workings. Make it your own. Introduction to Witchcraft Submit a question

Magickal Workings It is a fundamental belief of mine that everyone and anyone, as human beings, has the ability to work with energies, and to do "Magick". The common use of magick evokes some sort of change in the physical world through intended manifestation. In occult and esoteric communities, it can take a wider meaning involving spiritual change. There are so many kinds of witches depending on the type of magick studied and practiced. For example, but not limited to: a green witch harvests and uses plants and herbs in their practice; a cottage witch focuses on the household and family; a hedge witch works with spirits and ancesters bridging the boundaries of the viel between life and death; Astro witches study astrology and incorporates it into their practice, ...and there are many others. It's not necessarily about choosing a type of witch that you want to be. But, moreover the type of witch describes briefly the realm of magick being explored. Some practitioners believe their individual practices have very little in common with other witches. Explaining the various types of magick is just as complicated as defining magick itself. Not all magic has the same intention and each magickal practitioner will use different associations and approaches. It was actually Aleister Crowley who began using the word "magick" instead of "magic" for several reasons and the use of the term spread over time. The most often mentioned reason is to differentiate what witches do from stage magic done for entertainment. Crowley gave several other reasons why he used the term "magick," even though these reasons are often ignored. Contradictory, he considered magick to be anything that moves a person close to fulfilling their ultimate destiny, which he called one's True Will. With this idea of practicality, magick doesn't have to be metaphysical. Any action, mundane or magickal that helps fulfill one's True Will, is magick. The spelling was not chosen randomly. Crowley expanded a five letter word to a six letter word, which has numerical significance. Also, hexigrams are six-sided shapes and are prominent in his teachings. “K” is the eleventh letter of the alphabet, which also has significance. Other spellings that also divert from the word "magic" include "majick," "majik," and "magik." However, there's no other specified reason that I'm aware of in regards to why some people use these spellings. It should also be mentioned that there are also main types of magick: Folk magick has all kinds of practical purposes: healing, attracting luck or love, driving away evil forces, finding lost items, bringing good harvests, fertility, etc. Rituals were simple and then probably evolved over time. They involved everyday items: plant material, coins, nails, wood, and so forth. Folk magick is sometimes called low magick because of its practical nature and due to the fact that it's traditions and customs are passed down through generations of family heireticy. Ceremonial magick is a type of magick that depends heavily on learning precise, complicated ritual and intricate sets of correspondences and associations. Ceremonial magic is also high magick. It is meant to have a spiritual purpose rather than a practical one, although there could be some overlap. It involves improving the soul, which might include gaining divine knowledge, purification, the attraction of proper influences, self empowerment and embracing one's destiny, etc. Knowing where your interests lay and what your intentions are with magick will help you to determine what rituals, customs, and workings are best suited for you and your new practice. Some examples of magical workings: https://www.askagreywitch.com/blog/categories/workings Workings vs spells: https://www.askagreywitch.com/post/workings-vs-spells Introduction to Witchcraft Submit a question

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Types of Practitioners It's important to note that each and every witch is different from the next. There are just as many types of witches, as there are witches. Each is unique in the ways of the craft. The dictionary definition of a practice is the customary, habitual, or expected procedure or way of doing of something or to perform (an activity) or exercise (a skill) repeatedly or regularly in order to improve or maintain one's proficiency. Practices can look like what ever you want it to. The whole point is to create habits and rituals that better ourselves in our skills and self development. For example, someone who considers themselves a green witch (meaning they primarily work with plants) their practice may involve a regularly done routine of harvesting and gathering herbs to make potions and teas that assist with health or some day to day tasks alongside the maintenance and care given to the plants and trees around them. There are non Wiccan practitioners that follow folk traditions which vary depending on the area, country, traditions, etc. Much folk magick is passed down through generations teachings. However, in recent years has become much more accessible to the general public through books, websites, YouTube channels, etc. There are Wiccan practitioners that follow religious guidelines in which involve magickal workings within the traditions, rituals and customs. Most Wiccan traditions usually involve the worship of a Goddess, and/or God. There are also some who have interesting mixes of folk practices and religious beliefs and traditions. I myself, am a non-theistic Wiccan which means I'm secular in my practice (Instead of working with supernatural deities, I work with symbolic representations of the aspects from my own human nature). ...to-each-their-own. There are many eclectic magickal practitioners and eclectic religious practices. In these cases, a person borrows from multiple sources to construct a new, personal practice that personally speaks to them specifically. There are also chaos magickal practitioners who never develops a personalized practice. In this case, what applied yesterday may be irrelevant today - All that matters today is what is used today. Eclectic and Chaos practitioners are never confined by the concept of tradition. As much as there are these and many more "lables" for types of witches this doesn't actually matter! Try to setup a practice that is personally meaningful and spiritually satisfying to you. If you see a ritual or spell described here or on www.askagreywitch.com please feel free to change and manipulate the workings so that it personally fits best with your own associations and intentions. What works for me may not work for you in the same ways, and vice versa. We all have our own experiences in life which gives us all different associations. No matter what your path is in the craft, we can all do similar magick in our own ways. Research and Experience are really key to helping any practitioner of magick to figure out what would most likely be useful and work best for them. Find what speaks to you! Examples of practices: https://www.askagreywitch.com/blog/categories/_about Different realms of my craft personally, as example: https://www.askagreywitch.com/post/different-realms-of-the-craft More about myself as example of personal practices & traditions: https://www.askagreywitch.com/post/but-first-some-background Introduction to Witchcraft Submit a question

About Sacred Meadow Circle S.M.C. Group Rules: When to KNOW Do research and exploration of the craft in the areas of your own interests. Everyone has a different point of view. This path is a lifetime of development. Please be kind and courteous at all times. When TO DARE Do what feels right and stay true to your own practice. Please respectfully disagree if doing so. Bullying, targeting, or attacking a member of this group is not allowed and will not be tolerated. When TO WILL We can support each other in finding your own way in the craft. Manifest your own will's desires. Be mindful of the Law of III if part of your practice. No selling to or spamming other members. When TO BE SILENT Revealing identities of witches or other coven information could result in the jeopardization of wellness or saftey for other members. Please be respectful, supportive and considerate of one another. The Power of Self - Pure intention of the different areas of one's self is the key to manifestation. Magick Tools A Wand A stick or rod thought to have magickal properties used to direct energy A Staff or Spear A magick wand that is substantial and large enough to act, oppose, resist or withstand. A Mortar and Pestle A cup-shaped receptacle made of hard material, in which ingredients are crushed or ground, used especially in cooking, medicinal and magickal workings. A Seax or Magick Blade A medium blade larger than a knife and smaller than a sword used to direct energy simular to a wand. A Sword Only for ritual purpose used to direct, cut/splice or remove/sustain energy. A Cauldron A large metal pot with a lid and/or handle, used for containing ingredients, burning or cooking over an open fire. An Alter A raised structure or place used for worship or prayer upon which several symbolic and functional items are placed for the purpose of worshiping the God and Goddess, casting spells, and/or saying chants and prayers, etc. A Table Similar to an alter. But a larger work space. Often referred to as a Harvest Table, a large flat surface for magickal workings or collecting and organizing a harvest of ingredients and/or supplies, and organizing spell work contents. Basic Rites Erecting the Temple The meeting place is designated and marked, usually in the shape of a circle which is where the members take their positions. Dedication Ritual of commitment to the Seax Wiccan ways and rites in which a witch dedicates herself/himself. Initiation Guidance and assistance in the areas of knowledge, development and training of the ways of the Sacred Meadow Circle Anglo Saxon tradition Esbat A general meeting of the coven aside from a festival or special occasion. Sabbats Main festivals or special occasions when the coven celebrates together. Clearing the Temple The end of the meetings the meeting place is cleared and cleansed and members are free to go. About Sacred Meadow Circle

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Manifestation Do you remember YOUR first spell? Chances are, you've already done spells whether you consider yourself a witch, or not. Many non magickal people of the general public do witchcraft regularly, at least annually, without even realizing it. For example: Wishes on flying parachute-seeds caught in the wind. - hmm, could it be witchcraft? Placing a buttercup under someone's chin to determine if they are lieing when asked, "do you like butter?" - Seems alot like Witchcraft! Picking off the pettles of a daisy flower one by one in order to determine the answer to a yes/no question. - That looks witchcraft to me! Making a wish on candles and then blowing out the candles on top of a birthday cake after circling friends and family sing and chant. Then, everyone shares the cake together. - That's definately witchcraft!!! Sooo... that being said, I ask again: "Do you remember YOUR first spell?" Spellwork is powered by intention. Intention can be defined by associations and that energy of the workings built upon in the craft to be released to manifest. The more personally satisfying a spell is, the more likely that it will be successful. This is why many do spells unsuccessfully and do not experience anything to come from it, or do not see any results right away. If you do not even beleive in the magick that you are casting, you will NOT be successful. CONFIDENCE IS KEY! Always, follow your instincts. Trust your intuition. Blessed be. It should be mentioned, that many witches try to obey what's known as, "The Law of Three". This means that anything sent out can reflect back three times fold (3x stronger). So, for example, sending a blessing if healing to a friend may return to you healing blessings tripled in strength. It also works the same way with negative energy. Sending out a curse, as another example, may return negativity back to the caster in a way that is worse then the intention sent out. Whether believing in the Law of The or not, witches generally believe in doing what they will causing no harm to anyone. The primary rule or law that most witches follow known as the Wiccan Rede Basically, this text is often minimized to the final two lines: "...Eight words ye Wiccan Rede fulfill: An' it harm none, do what ye will." Examples of spellwork: https://www.askagreywitch.com/blog/categories/spells Example of a ritual: https://www.askagreywitch.com/post/opening-closing-a-circle Blog entry about 'The Power of Witchcraft': https://www.askagreywitch.com/post/the-power-of-witchcraft Introduction to Witchcraft Submit a question

Thank you to everyone who has submitted your questions to AskaGreyWitch.com! Together we can break misconceptions about Wiccans, witches and other magickal folk. All information shared in my responses within the blog posts are written from my own personal experiences, perspectives and practices only. Suggestions and advice Growth, Development, Sustainability Witchcraft 101 page Workings, Traditions, Practices Feeling confused, lost or stuck!? Quite often an example or reference to a starting point is all that's required to become grounded within beginning to set up your own witchy practice. Below, you'll find information, examples of advisable workings and suggested rituals to help to setup an informed practice that is personally meaningful to you. All writings are partaining to my perspective relating to specific non baneful (harm-free) topics. Shadow Work Up Close and Personal. It's called Shadow work because it involves getting to know every part of ourselves that can not be seen by others and sometimes not even realized by ourselves. It can be difficult to explore darker sides of our personalities, or parts of ourselves that we try to hide from the world. But, learning to face all emotions regarding past experiences or feelings that are kept deep within can be empowering in itself building confidence and inner strength. One way to get started that I recommend is by keeping a journal or diary where the entries are meant to create little reflections of yourself over time. Given this purpose, I like to call this a book of mirrors. In it, entries can include written stories, activities or exercises, or whatever you can use to personally analyse thoughts or feelings on a particular topic. A good example of one of these activities is the creation of what's commonly known as a bucket list. Generally speaking, a bucket list is a sort of checklist of things to which one wants to accomplish or experience in their life before they die. Looking at how many of those items remain unchecked can help to create a plan of action before opportunities are missed. Another example would be writing all the things that you do not prefer about yourself, or wanting to change. Whether it's laziness, or lack of passion, or other vices. This can help to understand the alterations or changes needed from our own behaviour in order to make ourselves healthier or happier. Check out the Blog section on this website by clicking the button below to see postings with more ideas for shadow work exercises. There are so many ways to which this can be applied. Exploring and understanding the hidden truths of ourselves allows us to know our true and pure intentions. In my opinion, this makes Shadow work an important place to get started for any practitioner of magick. This is powerful when working with and directing energy, or within spellwork. It is also my opinion that shadow work is important for divination such as tea leaf sessions, rune casting, or tarot reading, etc. Click the button for shadow work journaling examples, if you're interested. Some shadow work journaling examples Shadow work expanded in further More information about witchcraft and Wicca Suggestions and tips ... how?! Read, read, and read some more As mentioned previously, there is so so sooo much information out there. Whether it's in books, online articles, as well as other sources of information such as videos, documentaries, etc. Start with your interests in witchcraft and then go from there. If interested in Wicca, research and discover the different branches of Wicca to be sure that you are comfortable with the traditions and practices you've learned about. Research can help to decide what is the best fit for you, personally. "An' it harm none, do what ye will." Don't just beleive whatever you read or learn about when it comes to Witchcraft. Go with what mostly connects with you. I can't reiterate enough that what works for you may not work for others (and vice versa) and that each and every witches practice is different from eachother. There is no wrong way to setup a practice, and there certainly is no wrong way to beleive what it is that you beleive. Go with your instincts, and follow your intuition. Document your path One of the things that I often hear/read other witches say A LOT is to journal your progress. This is something that was and still is hugely important in my own practice. I write in a Book of Shadows: details of rituals and practice information, a Book of Mirrors: where I write reflections of myself, a Book of Spells: also known as a grimoire, and a Book for my coven's information called The Tree (pages considered the leaves that come and go) which each of my coven members will be invited to take from or add too for/from their own knowledge. Each book is kept up to date regularly (when I'm able). It's important to acknowledge the changes that constantly happen as one grows with their craft. Prevent burn-out Understanding that energy is all around us existing in everything, in every stone, twig, flower, plant, tree, ...all creatures, etc. We can interact within our surroundings in an energetic way through spellwork. It's my advice to not only depend on your own energy. But, make use of the energies around you to avoid feeling exhausted. Also, don't rush - take your time. Witchcraft is a spirituality and has a lifetime worth of learning! Be confident Free will can not be controlled. Your free will is always your own. The more confident you are, the more empowered your free will is. Protection spells allow us to feel more confident. And so, in return our free will is then empowered to not be as influenced by negative energies around, or directed towards. The more confident a witch is in their craft, the less effect and influence any external negative energy will have. Knowing your innerself well, also known as the shadow, will help to know what will work for you, and what won't. Expensives NOT REQUIRED! There are actually no tools required to start doing witchcraft. Most practitioners can direct energy with simply using their index and middle fingers. Nature can provide most to all working ingredients. Find pebbles, rocks, and crystals outside near forests, paths, meadows, beaches, or where-ever your surroundings. Sticks, stones, grass, vines, flowers, herbs, dead insects, bones from victims of prey, etc. Collect the rain water. Charge under the full moon, ... There really are no costs required. HOWEVER, Tools can help Tools are not required. That being said, they can help. Some practitioners find they feel more directive with energy by using an athame or a wand. Although a wand could be selfmade from a thin branch there may be some tools many can't selfmake themselves, such as an athame. It would be my suggestion to start with naturally provided tools. However, when you feel ready and if affordable, there is also nothing wrong with purchasing craftsmanship from others. Just be sure to first cleanse away others' energy and to charge the object with your own energy with intention before implementing it into your practice. Trust your instincts! Don't let anyone else tell you that you're not doing something right, or that you are doing something the wrong way. There is no wrong way for you to express your spiritual. Each and every one of us has different associations to everything based on our own experiences in life. No one walks the same exact path. ...Be you! Do it your way! Manifestation is much more likely when spellwork is personally satisfying to the caster. Follow your intuition We all have guidance we can connect to whether it be ancesters, deities, spirit, or what ever your beleifs. Requesting assistance is always ok. However, do your own spellwork. No one can associate more with your desire than yourself. If a spell is found online, or provided by another practitioner of magick, feel free to change anything: the ritual; ingredients; incantation; etc. so that it resonates more with your own intentions for the workings. Make it your own. About Witchcraft and Wicca More information about witchcraft and Wicca Witchcraft 101 page Submit a question or comment Read the response blog entries

Rituals and Spellwork The dictionary meaning of ritual is a religious or solemn ceremony consisting of a series of actions performed according to a prescribed order. If its something you do repetitively every day (or practically daily) then that's pretty much a ritual. Many of us have a morning coffee ritual of making that first cup of the day. Not all rituals are spiritual, or ceremonial in fact. It also can happen daily, weekly, annually, etc. In my view, if there is a repetitive structure it can be considered ritualistic in nature. I'm sure you may be able to think of other rituals that already take place in your life, whether it be morning/evening rituals, bedtime rituals, birthday rituals, hygienic rituals, romantic rituals, etc. Sooo, why magick rituals? One example of a magickal ritual, would be a self love ritual bath. If you think of your bathtub as a massive cauldron, surround with candles, add water and charge with intention using scented oils, herbs, or other ingredients while literally sitting within the spell itself. The focus can be cleansing, self love, healing and empowerment, Or, what ever intention for yourself. Rituals help us to ground with ourselves and connect with an intention. This is why I believe that spellwork is ritualized so successfully. After all, ...spellwork is powered by human intention! Spells generally have a ritual component to them for the reasons mentioned above. If desire is to manifest from raising energy within a spell, it has to invoke emotions and intentions to put forth that energetic force. The wording of an incantation encourages the energy trying to be raised by a witch (or group of witches). By repeating incantation of a spell witches can associate more with the intention and build upon it with each round. By rhyming incantation of a spell witches can then focus more on the raised intention and desire and less concentrating on the wording itself. It's also much easier to remember if repeating 3 or 9 or 13 times in rounds (depending on the spell) if it rhymes. The ingredients and what is done with those ingredients, or any actions beheld are all associations to represent a symbol for the intention of the spell being carried out. ... all symbols and associations of intention. Some examples of spells and magick: https://www.askagreywitch.com/blog/categories/spells Example of a ritual: https://www.askagreywitch.com/post/opening-closing-a-circle Introduction to Witchcraft Submit a question

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

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Astrological Divination Look to the stars! Western Astrology It's really about understanding the earth's positions in relation to the sun, and the Moon, and the planets and bodies of the solar system and how they energetically impact eachother. Western Astrology is a form of divination based on a horoscope for a specific point in time. The day of birth can often predict life traits, events, struggles, passions, etc. across an entire lifespan. The current positions and movements of the planets in the moment can basically tell you how you may be feeling or how your day may be going to go. The planets/bodies Luminaires The Sun Planet Sun in Astrology represents the soul, masculinity, authority or government, power, and how other people are felt with. The Moon The Moon represents our our intuition, basic habits and reactions, our deepest personal needs, and our unconscious shadow selves. Mercury Mercury is the smallest planet in the Solar System and the closest to the Sun. Mercury represents communication, mentality, thoughts, reasoning, adaptability and variability. Venus Venus is the second planet from the Sun. It is sometimes called Earth's "sister" or "twin" planet as it is almost as large and has a similar composition. The planet of romance, love, beauty, art and money. Venus in a birth chat speaks to the way you express your desires, your passions, what you value, and how you relate to and experience pleasure. It also influences how you socialize, relate to, and attract others. Earth The Earth represents your physical location and sense is purpose. It's the mirror image of the sun, in the same degree but the opposite sign. If your sun sign is in Aquarius, your Earth sign is in Leo, and vice versa. If your sun sign is in Pisces, your Earth sign is in Virgo, and vice versa Mars Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun and the second-smallest planet in the Solar System, being larger than only Mercury. The planet of action, energy, and desire. It represents the survival instinct and can be thought of as primal in nature. Mars rules our animal instincts for aggression, anger, and survival. Jupiter Jupiter is the fifth planet from the Sun and the largest planet in the Solar System. It is a gas giant with a mass more than two and a half times that of all the other planets in the Solar System combined, but slightly less than one-thousandth the mass of the Sun. The planet of expansion, healing, growth, good fortune and miracles. Jupiter governs long distance and foreign travel, big business and wealth, higher education, religion, and the law. Saturn Saturn is the sixth planet from the Sun and the second-largest in the Solar System, after Jupiter. It is a gas giant with an average radius of about nine and a half times that of Earth. The planet of authority and moral obligations. It comes up in the way you handle responsibility, create boundaries, and do other mature activities in life. Uranus Uranus is the seventh planet from the Sun. It has the third-largest planetary radius and fourth-largest planetary mass in the Solar System. The owner of looking forward. It reaists tradition and celebrates originality and individuality. Uranus is associated with technology, innovation, discovery, and all that is progressive. On the upside, Uranus is associated with enlightenment, progressiveness, objectivity, novelty, and ingenuity. Neptune Neptune is the eighth planet from the Sun and the farthest known solar planet. In the Solar System, it is the fourth-largest planet by diameter, the third-most-massive planet, and the densest giant planet. The psychic planet of intuition, ideals, spirituality, compassion, and is the domain of dreams and delusions. Within the birth chart, the influence of Neptune is determined by the zodiac sign in which it falls, as well as the astrological house it occupies Pluto Pluto is a dwarf planet in the Kuiper belt, a ring of bodies beyond the orbit of Neptune. It is the ninth-largest and tenth-most-massive known object to directly orbit the Sun. The planet of transformative rebirth and regeneration. A new approach and a new perspective is what Pluto is all about. It helps an individual look at things differently, transform or evolve their views and emerge with new outlooks in life. Chiron Chiron is a comet with a unique and erratic orbit. Chiron represents our inner wounds and how we can overcome them. The Houses Each of the twelve houses of a chart rule certain areas of life, types of people and relationships, ideas, and life circumstances. Both time and location of birth are needed in order to determine the first house. This is because the first house of a birth chart is determined by the zodiac constellation that was rising on the horizon at the moment of birth. Once the first house is determined, the other houses line up in order of the number of the house one through twelve as described below: I The cusp of the first house is a special angle, the Ascendant (also known as the rising sign). The first house is an angular house. Its natural sign ruler is Aries and its natural planetary ruler is Mars. The image we project to others, the first impression we make, how we start things, our defense mechanisms, our relationship with our immediate environment, our general outlook on life, and our physical appearance. II The second house is a succedent house. Its natural sign ruler is Taurus and its natural planetary ruler is Venus. Money and personal finances, sense of self-worth and basic values, personal possessions. III The third house is a cadent house. Its natural sign ruler is Gemini and its natural planetary ruler is Mercury. The lower mind, communication, interactions in our immediate environment, siblings and early environment, neighbors, thoughts, short trips, writing and speaking, how we formulate our thoughts, language skills, media and communications. IV The cusp of the fourth house is a special angle called the Immum Coeli and is also known as the nadir. The fourth house is an angular house. Its natural sign ruler is Cancer and its natural planetary ruler is the Moon. Our psychological foundations and roots, family, home life, instinctive behavior, the mother or the more “maternal” parent/caregiver, ancestry, our connection with our past, our sense of security, domestic life, real estate. V The fifth house is a succedent house. Its natural sign ruler is Leo and its natural planetary ruler is the Sun. Creative self-expression, pleasure and entertainment, all forms of “play”, speculation and gambling, pastimes, hobbies, attitude towards romance, romantic relationships, lovers as opposed to partners, attitude towards having fun, drama, adornments and costumes. VI The sixth house is a cadent house. Its natural sign ruler is Virgo and its natural planetary ruler is Mercury. Work and job (as opposed to career), techniques and methods, daily life, order, self-improvement, health, nutrition, attitude towards food, service, attitude towards service and co-workers, helpfulness, pets, attitude towards routine and organization, how we refine and perfect ourselves, aptitudes. VII The cusp of the seventh house is a special angle called the Descendant (DSC). The seventh house is an angular house. Its natural sign ruler is Libra and its natural planetary ruler is Venus. Companionship, the alter ego, partnerships, one-to-one relationships, marriage, the first marriage, the “significant other”, business partnerships, competitors, our “shadow self”, lawyers, mediators, counselors, contracts. VIII The eighth house is a succedent house. Its natural sign ruler is Scorpio and its natural planetary ruler is Pluto. Transformation and crisis, our attitude towards crisis and change, sexuality, sex, death and rebirth, personal growth and transformation, regeneration, our partner’s resources, addictions, psychology, others’ money, taxes, divorce/alimony, inheritance. IX The ninth house is a cadent house. Its natural sign ruler is Sagittarius and its natural planetary ruler is Jupiter. Our personal belief system, our sense of adventure, exploration, religious beliefs and personal philosophy, higher education, long-distance travel, morals, foreign languages and cultures, personal truths, publishing, commerce. X The cusp of the tenth house is a special angle called the Midheaven. The tenth house is an angular house. Its natural sign ruler is Capricorn and its natural planetary ruler is Saturn. Career and profession, contribution to society, position in society, social standing, reputation, material success and position, how we carve out an identity for ourselves, achievement, authority figures, paternal figures, the father or most “paternal” parent/caregiver, bosses, governments, attitude towards responsibility, attitude towards abiding by the law, desire for achievement. XI The eleventh house is a succedent house. Its natural sign ruler is Aquarius and its natural planetary ruler is Uranus. Acquaintances and friends, groups, organizations, hopes, wishes, aspirations, personal goals, our sense of our true inner purpose, our sense of the group, humanity. XII The twelfth house is a cadent house. Its natural sign ruler is Pisces and its natural planetary ruler is Neptune. That which is hidden or below the surface, karma, self-undoing, soul growth, hidden strengths and hidden weaknesses, dreams, private affairs, lost items, hospitals and prisons, spiritual studies. The Zodiac In astrology, a sign of the zodiac refers to one of 12 specific constellations of the zodiac that the sun appears to be going through at different times of the year, from the perspective from watching the skies on the surface of the earth. A person's particular sign of the zodiac is the one that the sun was in when they were born. It is a belief in astrology that a person's personality can be predicted using their sign of the zodiac. Understanding the energies of each and energetic impact of other heavenly bodies mentioned above. Submit a question or comment Read the response blog entries

About Stafford Tarot The messages within await! AskaGreyWitch.com does not currently produce it's own income. There are however costs associated with maintaining a website with blog features. And so, this website has been mostly paid for by my profession as an intuitive reader. Therefore, this website is made possible thanks to Stafford Tarot www.staffordtarot.com The messages within await: Offering intuitive readings. Here are some details about the main services which are offered: to see all services available and fees, please visit the website at www.staffordtarot.com for more information. STAFFORD TAROT MAIN SERVICES: Tea Leaf Reading Tea Leaf Reading, also known as Tasseography, is a divination method that interprets patterns and symbolism in tea leaves within the teacup after the client has drank the tea. The reading can either be general or can be based on a particular question if you so choose. Intuitive Rune Casting Rune reading is done either by selecting individual runes from a bag and interpreting their meanings based on positions in a layout or by casting all the runes at once and reading them according to how they land. Readings can be general or based on a particular question. Intuitive Charm Casting Different from rune casting, the charms are not read from a layout. But, rather they are read from how the charms land in relation to eachother, whether they are touching, atop of, connected to or based on how far apart they are from eachother. Each charm holds a special meaning and when read together the messages can be interpreted based on a particular topic or specific question asked, or can be left as a general reading. Astrology Reading By analysing the positions of the stars in the sky at a specific reference of time, I am able to illuminate on the effect the planets have on the different aspects of the living. For a relationship compatibility analysis, I just need both person's birthdates. For a personal life analysis, I just need one's birthplace, birthdate, and if the time of birth is known. A written description of the analysis can be sent via email from bryantarotreading@gmail.com Intuitive Tarot Readings Sessions are usually about a half hour in length ($50). During a 30 minute reading I typically will do a one card draw (which gives me an impression and energy of the client) and then a 10+ card spread full reading (which can either be general or can be based on a particular question if you so choose). I have multiple spreads that I can suggest depending on the querrent or question. There's are many Oracle decks available that can refine the reading if helpful. I also offer a shorter 15 minute session ($25) which I can do a 5 card day spread, or a quick dilemma/solution spread, etc. Psychic Mediumship During a mediumship session I will take a moment to connect with the energies and spirits around you. Whilst requesting confirmations through out, I will interpret the messages that come through. Once validated, questions can be asked. Tarot cards may also be used as a comunication tool. Quite often the messages wont make sense to me. However, make absolute sense to the sitter of my readings. Messages are often what is needed to be delivered by the spirit themselves. Area Cleansing Using several energy cleansing techniques involving smoke, sound, water, crystals and salt, I am able to assist with the removal of negative energies and set the right intention for your home or workspace. It usually takes about 30 minutes depending on the size of the area. In extreme cases, energy protections can be set up to ensure a nuturalizing environment. Please be upfront if there are pets sharing the space being cleansed. If so, smoke cleansing should be avoided which can have unhealthy effects on some animals (especially birds in particular) Consultation and workings More and more, I find myself providing advice or guidance to other practitioners in my craft. Due to the amount of time that this can require, I do include these hours as work. Mentorship is considered a pro bono service and casually happens for free through online interactions or by posting within online communities that I participate in. For more extensive one on one assistance, I do charge a fee for consultations and any workings. There may be additional costs associated with any requirement or necessity of supplies. Groups, Events, or Parties During an event, I can bring my own tarot reading table (2.5' x 2.5' fold up table) on which I will set my crystal ball and several tarot and oracle decks. If outdoors, I can setup my own small 6'x6' tent as seen in the picture and to make individual meetings a bit more private if necessary. I can use several different decks for multiple trans-dimentional tarot readings to do collaborative group sessions, conjoint couple sessions, as well as individual sessions. Self-readings Workshop - Limited space available. Offering a 90 minute workshop on learning to do self readings. Each participant will be introduced to objective-ness, intuitive-ness, and have an opportunity to work directly with a Rider-Waite tarot deck. Feel free to bring your own personal tarot structured deck (no oracle decks please). We'll run through an activity which can be continued afterwards to build on a practice to do your own self tarot readings. Contact me for availability or if there are any questions. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. 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Witchcraft & Wicca Growth, Development, Sustainability For anyone hoping to start their journey into witchcraft, It is my hope that this website helps make your journey less overwhelming. Not sure what Witchcraft even is? With the amount of misunderstanding and misleading information that there is amongst the general public about witches, it's no wonder many people don't believe witches even exist, or think Witchcraft and Wicca the same thing, (they're not). On this webpage you'll find lots of information, some background, and proof that magick is used all around us in every day life, whether a witch or not. Anyone who knows anything about witchcraft knows that there is a current stereotype of witches that has been based on misunderstandings, misconceptions and down right untruths. Let’s be honest, witches don’t fly on brooms, wear big pointy hats or have green skin, etc. In fact, witchcraft is a much more complex and in-depth practice that has many different branches that can be explored. Witchcraft can be overwhelming at first due to the vast amount of information published or available online. Finding what path you want to go down can be difficult at first. There is an enormous amount of different kinds of witches out there. The definition of a witch is, basically: "Anyone who does Witchcraft". It should be mentioned that witchcraft is a form and expression of intention. Where as Wicca is usually referred to more as a religion that involves witchcraft in its traditions. These two terms are not the same. When referring to my craft, I'm actually speaking to my spiritual practice involving magick and an affinity with nature within my pagan traditions. Wicca usually involves magick, nature and the worship of deities. It is a newer set of beliefs in comparison to many of the world religions, starting in the early 20th century and takes much of its practices from Pagan traditions. It's my understanding that paganism dates back to before the Renaissance period, is a bit more broad, and it also typically follows the worship of deities and centers more around ceremonies or festivals. The most important thing to do when starting out with Wicca is to do your own research. For the origin's of, one great place to look is in any books written by Gerald Gardner, who is nicknamed "the father of modern day witchcraft." The main text many Wiccans follow is Gardner’s “The Gardnerian Book of Shadows”. Another important figure in the history of Wicca is Aleister Crowley, who Gardner knew and drew inspiration from, to start the new religion. Raymond Buckland adapted Gardnerian Wicca into an Anglo Saxon perspective. The main text that a Seax Wiccan follows is Buckland's "The Tree". Several more branches of Wicca also eventually formed to express other differences in beliefs, such as but not limited to Alexandrian Wicca, Agard Wicca, Dianic Wicca, etc. Wicca is the largest group within the modern rise to neopagan practices, with nearly half identifying as Wiccan. I, myself, dedicated to a Seax Wicca tradition in my secular practice (involving aspects of my own human nature), beginning in 2016 and completed initiation as a Gesith in 2019 with the founding of the New Moon Sacred Meadow Circle. Becoming dedicated isn’t something one does overnight and does take time. It is a path of constantly learning over an entire lifetime. Research, looking into yourself and getting to know your inner self better is a big part of starting the journey and can be widely implemented through Shadow Work. Other Book Recommendations: https://www.askagreywitch.com/post/book-recommendations More about where to start: https://www.askagreywitch.com/post/where-to-start Wicca in more detail: https://www.askagreywitch.com/post/wicca-in-more-detail About the Sacred Meadow Circle: https://www.askagreywitch.com/coven Purchase on Amazon Introduction to Witchcraft Submit a question

his is an opportunity to meet me as we talk a tarot topic and do some readings together for those who are interested to participate or just come and watch. It is a free online live event which will feature free readings for those who join and would like to participate. Come join me online on my Facebook page for a fun hour or so from 8 PM until about 9 PM (Eastern Standard Time) on the date of the event. See more details about the host at www.staffordtarot.com/ More Information Visit Facebook Tarot Talk Live Event Happening Monthly!!! See event announcements at www.StaffordTarot.com for dates and times. This is an opportunity to meet me as we talk a tarot topic and do some readings together for those who are interested to participate or just come and watch. It is a free online live event which will feature free readings for those who join and would like to participate. Come join me online on my Facebook page for a fun hour or so from 8 PM until about 9 PM (Eastern Standard Time) on the date of the event. The broadcasts sometimes go later depending on the amount of interest to receive a free reading. Please understand that I may need to cap the number of free readings in order to keep the broadcast under 2 hours. During each live event a topic regarding tarot is talked about and then free short distant remote readings are offered to viewers who show interest to receive a reading in the chat during the broadcast. Please feel free to join the live during recording at: www.facebook.com/bryantarotreading . Remaining objective, I will point out any symbolisms and tell you what messages I receive according to the cards and spread that is used. Asking questions is always encouraged through out readings. Free readings are usually capped to 6 free short readings (about 10-15 minutes each). I look forward to seeing you there! Please feel free to contact me: Bryan Stafford, Intuitive Reader 5 1 9 - 8 3 5 - 1 7 4 9 bryantarotreading@gmail.com www.staffordtarot.com Keep watch for more live broadcasts! More Information: More Information Visit Facebook About Bryan Stafford About Stafford Tarot