Witchify Your Life *Bringing the Magikal Into the Mundane*

You meant to put the jar of water out to charge in the full moon light. You meant to go apple picking and then bake an apple pie to celebrate Mabon. You had intentions of doing a pine cone wish ritual at Yule. So what happened? Life. Life happened. Please stop feeling guilty and that you’re not really a witch because you can’t remember what phase the moon is in or have a complicated ritual coming up for the next Sabbat. You are the magick. I’ll say it again louder for those of you in the back, (or for those that might chastise other witches), YOU ARE THE MAGICK!!

Witches are naturally magickal beings. We are drawn , sometimes loudly called to the path. You might have a cabinet full of herbs and you might not. You might have 647 crystals or you might not. It’s not about the stuff or the rituals. It’s about the little things that bring the magickal into the mundane. Simply doing something with intent is magickal. Let’s look at some everyday, mundane things that can be completely magickal if we let them or intend them to be.

Cooking- Hello?? Kitchen witches are a thing! You don’t even have to know all the metaphysical properties of the herbs or spices in your cabinet to create magick in the kitchen. So how can you add some magick in while you cook? Stir in love, intentions, health, etc by stirring deosil. This

clockwise motion brings in all the good things. Stir widdershins, or counterclockwise to banish. Making chicken soup for a sick loved one? First stir widdershins to banish the illness and then deosil to bring in recovery, health, and wellness.

Cleaning- What does cleaning do? It banishes the dirt right? You can add some sage or rosemary to your cleaning solution. Also, wiping in a counterclockwise circle will banish heavy energies if that is your intention. Same thing goes for your mop water. When you sweep, yes- grab that

famous witch’s tool and get to work- go from the back of the house to the front and out the door! Don’t forget the front and back porches and doorways. Window cleaning is another way to clear energy. Drop in a clear quartz, some sage or rosemary to clear energies and protect until the next wash. Adding mint to a mixture to wash the front door will bring prosperity to the home. Laundry, as much as it sucks, clears not only the dirt but also any accumulated energies.

Getting Ready for Your Day- This is glamour magick whether we want to admit it or not. We buy soaps that smell nice, makeup and/ or hair products, choose our outfit, and go about getting ready to head out into the world. As we are choosing our outfit, how to style our hair or what

color lip stain to use, we have the subtle or not so subtle intentions to impress others. We want to look our best for whatever the day throws at us. There is a reason why they call it a power suit. It gives one confidence and lets others know we mean business.

Plant Care- If you are lucky enough to have a garden then this definitely qualifies as green witchery! But never fear, container and house plants count too. Talk to your plants. They like it and this is definitely a form of magick because what are spells? Words we say out loud right to make something happen (or not), right? Caring for plants is also a

connection to Earth and mother goddesses such as Gaia, Cybele. Sif, Terra, Demeter, Bast, and Artemis to name a few. The more you care for them and talk to them, the more you will notice the benefits they give to you. They might also begin to let you know what they need- more water, sun, fertilizer, etc.

Animal Care- Caring for the fur babies seems like a gift but it is also a form of magick in the mundane. Like plant magick, caring for animals connects us to the Earth and mother goddesses but animal care also connects us to other deities such as Herne and Cernnunos, both of which

are lords of the forest and animals. If you are blessed with a familiar, this is its own type of magick. Just sitting with them is a form of meditation and ritual in a way. Animals also deliver messages, even those that we call pets so pay attention.

Sexual Encounters/ Making Love- There is beautiful magick in our sexual encounters whether we are trying to procreate or just spending time with our partner.

Sex is an energetic exchange that happens between two people. What is magick but an exchange of energies that we set our will upon. There is both self-care and care for another when it comes to sex. We need contact and physical touch and sexual encounters are the most intimate form. Remember the next time you’re with your partner that you’re not just having sex, you are also making magick.

Other Things We Don’t Think About- Wishing someone to get well, have a good day, or a happy birthday. These are our intentions for them- mini spells so to speak. Exercise and healthy eating habits are transformative for our bodies, mind, and soul. Showering cleanses our aura and energy field. If you add Epsom salt to your bath you are helping to detoxify yourself not to mention if you add lavender or other herbs that would qualify it as plant magick. Any time we are trying to persuade someone to our way of thinking whether through an argument or a presentation at work, we are working a spell. Our words make it so and align with the messenger god, Mercury. Reading fiction can be seen as a Shamanic journey into another realm or dimension. Watching the sunrise or sunset. Looking at the moon.

There is so much magick in the everyday things that we do. We often expend a huge amount of energy just living from day to day that it’s no wonder we forget to put water out or cleanse our crystals with the full moon. If you feel that you are a witch, then you are a witch. Don’t berate yourself or let anyone else just because you do not feel like you add up to all the TikTok or Instagram Witches out there. Instead, find the magick in the everyday things and do what you can, when you can.

Peace, love, and light.

Blessed Be

Moon Water: Phases and Benefits

Lady Luna is shining brightly as you set out your mason jar of freshly filtered spring water.  Silver moonbeams dance upon the earth as we slumber. They gently caress jars of water that have been left out in the night all over world, infusing them with Luna's powerful energy.  The dew kissed jars are collected, just before dawn breaks. 

I believe that we often limit ourselves, and through that, our magick solely because we follow what others are doing. We are often taught one way to do things and never question if we can expand on that. Moon water is just one example but that is what we will be discussing today.

We witches all rush to put our jars of water out for the full moon but do we ever consider what the energy of new moon water would be? What about a waxing or waning moon?  The different phases of the moon hold different energy so it stands to reason that we could make moon water to capture those varying elements as well. When you take astrological correspondences into consideration, the possibilities for magikcal moon waters are endless!

Full Moon Water- Most of you are familiar with Full Moon Water as that is what we tend to simply call "Moon Water" and what most witches make and use. The Full Moon holds cleansing and protective energies.  This is a time when we focus on release. The water made during this time also holds the same energies. You can drink the water (as long as it is safe, filtered water) and reinforce any ritual or spell work that was done on the full moon.  You can save this water for future purposes such as crystal cleansing.  You can also cleanse your altar tools, add it to a bath for your own cleansing, or use it in your home cleaning chores. Doing a protection spell? Incorporate full moon water.  This moon also aligns with the energies of the Mother Goddess aspect of the Triple Goddess so water collected during this time makes an excellent offering for Her. Mother Goddesses include Isis, Demeter, Rhiannon, Arianrhod, Brigid, Danu, Gaia, Hestia, Mary, etc.

Waning Gibbous Water- The Waning Gibbous moon is perfect for minor banishings. Water infused with waning gibbous energy will boost any minor banishing spells you are performing during this time or in the future. Safe-to-drink water can help banish illness or addictions as well as bad habits. Add it to your mop water to get rid of any unwanted negative energies in the home or use it to wash your front door and windows to repel them from the outside. 

Last Quarter Water- Water from the Last Quarter Moon can help you to remove obstacles. Use it in spells that aim to boost you over hurdles that may tempt you to give up. Last quarter moon water can also help to ease any transitions you may be going through. Use in rituals to help things flow with more ease. 

Waning Crescent Water- The Waning Crescent Moon is the time to make water that will assist you with the bigger banishings such as spells to end toxic relationships or situations. Waning moon water can assist in closing portals (blessed water) and can also aid in protection magick.

New Moon Water- The New Moon energy is about new beginnings, setting intentions, and planting the seeds that will grow with the lunar cycle. Water infused with new moon energy is great for manifestation spells and rituals. New moon water is extremely refreshing so it works well in facial spritzers, glamour magick and if safe to drink- revitalizing. Use it in a bath for its rejuvenating energies. The new moon aligns with the Crone aspect of the Triple Goddess (The Morrigan, Dame Holda, Cerridwen, Baba Yaga, Hecate, etc) and is makes for a wonderful offering for Her. Because the moon energies align with the Crone aspect and many of the Dark Goddesses, water made during this time can assist with shadow work as well. 

Waxing Crescent Water- The energies of the Waxing Crescent Moon are nurturing and water infused with its energy is perfect for spell work or rituals for self-love, compassion, courage, and a positive mindset. Because of the nurturing energy of this water, it is great for watering your house plants and if safe to drink, give to your pets.  Scrying with waxing crescent moon water can also give you direction and guidance regarding the metaphysical seeds you planted on the new moon. The Maiden (Persephone, Artemis, Aphrodite, Freya, Ishtar, etc) aspect of the Triple Goddess is felt in the waxing crescent moon. Use this water as an offering for Her.

First Quarter Water- Use First Quarter Moon Water in spells or rituals for drawing things in- new job, love interest, success, money, etc. Sprinkle first quarter moon water coins and place them in your wallet to bring more money to you. Moon water made during the first quarter is also perfect for bringing dedication and resilience. Feeling unmotivated or lethargic- drink or do spell work using this moon water.

Waxing Gibbous Water- The water infused with the energy of the Waxing Gibbous Moon is perfect for fertility magick. Water made during this time can also be stirred into drinks to help with endurance. If you're finding yourself in a mode of resistance, use this moon water in a spell or ritual to help you overcome it. 

Our lovely Moon holds so much magick in every phase, not just when She is full.  Utilize the energies and let them work for you. Set your water out to capture the power that will help you boost your rituals and spell work. The moon is a wonderful reminder that no matter which phase we are in, we are always whole. 

Blessed Be. 

What is Reiki and How Can it Benefit You?

rei·ki

/ˈrākē/

noun

1.    a healing technique based on the principle that the therapist can channel energy into the patient by means of touch, activate the natural healing processes of the patient's body, and restore physical and emotional well-being.

      The word “Reiki” means “mysterious atmosphere, miraculous sign.” It comes from the Japanese words “rei,” meaning universal, and “ki,” meaning life energy.

Like so many other alternative healing methods, Reiki practitioners have seen a rise in their business over the last 8-10 years. There is no doubt that some people are frustrated with traditional medicine when it fails to bring them relief. Many of those people have turned to alternative forms of healing, including Reiki. Many medical doctors have begun to accept these alternative forms of healing as wonderful compliments to traditional medicine, effectively treating the entire body, mind, and soul. "Reiki aids in healing by helping people become energetically balanced- physically, emotionally, mentally, and spritually," Reiki Master Victoria Bodner, LMT states.

The spiritual healing art of Reiki can give your body a boost where it is most needed. Practitioners send a powerful flow of positive energy into your body through touch. This flow of energy may bring near immediate sensations of relief. Reiki is known to be gentle yet regarded as a powerhouse healing method when it comes to reducing anxiety and stress. Stress causes a number of health issues including chronic headaches and fatigue.

When your body is able to let go of the stress it is holding on to, you might start to notice the following things happening:

·       A boot to your body’s natural  healing     mechanisms will help them to function more   effectively, thus increasing your immune   system strength

·      Potential reduced blood pressure, heart rate and   stress hormones

·      A shift from the stress response of “fight or flight” to a more relaxed response

·      A restoration of balance to your body, mind and soul.

In its long history of use, Reiki has aided in healing virtually every known illness and injury including problems like:

·       multiple sclerosis

·       heart disease

·       cancer

·       skin problems

·       cuts, bruises, broken bones

·       headaches

·       colds, flu, and sore throats

·       sunburn

·       fatigue and insomnia

·       impotence

·       poor memory

.       digestive issues

With virtually no side effects, it is highly beneficial and works to improve the effectiveness of all other types of therapy. If a client has a health condition, and wants to be treated with Reiki, it is recommended that they do so under the supervision of their medical doctor or other enlightened health care professional. Reiki can improve the results of all medical treatment, acting to reduce negative side effects, shorten healing time, reduce or eliminate pain, reduce stress, and help create optimism.

Reiki sessions typically last 45 to 60 minutes. During the session, the client will lie down fully clothed as the Reiki practitioner gently places their hands on or just above the body in specific energy locations. This is not a massage and the healing session is completely reliant upon the practitioner.  There are no crystals or wands or any other vehicle of energy delivery other than the practitioner's hands. A series of 12-15 different hand positions may be used and the length of time in each position is determined by the flow of energy through their hands in each location.

Perhaps your journey is calling you to become a Reiki practitioner. Where do you start? The best place is to first be a client yourself. This will open your mind, body, and spirit up to the practice and the energy. No prior training, education, or experience is necessary to enter the Reiki attunement certification training. This attunement process requires a Reiki Master to transfer the energy and healing techniques to the student. While training may vary, one can expect to learn about the energies in the body, how to work with healing energy, and ethics of working with clients. There are also 5 key principals to Reiki that one must learn and try to master. They are:

         * Just for today, do not worry                

         * Just for today, do not anger

         * Just for today, be grateful

         * Just for today, be honest

         * Just for today, be compassionate

Preparation for attunement may include avoiding alcohol and caffeine for 3-5 days, meditation, time in nature and releasing negative emotions. There are three levels of mastery to become a Reiki Master.  Those who reach "Master" level will then be able to teach others and often develop the skill of remote healing. 

There are countless teachers and opportunities for reiki attunement certification. One of the beautiful things about the practice of Reiki becoming more prevalent and more widely sought out is that there is likely a Reiki Master within a reasonable distance to study with.

Whether you are looking for a complimentary treatment to your existing medical care or you simply need a boost to your system, Reiki may be the answer.  The world needs more healers. Is this part of your journey?

*Please speak with your physician before trying alternative forms of healing.  Reiki and other forms of alternative healing methods are not a substitute for seeing a medical doctor.  Please seek medical attention with a medical physician or practitioner for medical concerns.*