To maybe help elaborate not all trees are nice, there is the Stinging Tree in Australia where everything you touch causes so pain and itch. The symptoms are said to cause pain for weeks to months. There are certainly other trees where every part or at least most parts are toxic and/or are deadly.
Some little things I've learned over a decade of witchcraft:
If you are feel called to work but are tired/drained, sit outside. Take in all the energies around you. Nature can help charge you
Every witch does a little bit of a bunch of types of magic but sticks mainly to one or two in general. You usually won't be eclectic forever. You'll find what magics work best with you.
Never be lazy or cut corners with spirits. Always be respectful and always tell them to leave when you're done
When you see a plant or ingredient with a long list of properties, there are different things at play. Season of collection, the part of the plant, the health of the plant, etc all play a role in impacting which properties it will carry.
Don't call on spirits unless you have confidence and control
Be careful with sea/water magic. Get into it gently and slowly until you have the energy figured out because it can get out of hand quickly.
Adding a little pinch of magic into your breakfast can make a major difference in your day.
Your personal emotions/feelings over something will impact a work
Planting some plants is good, not only to have a garden, but the dirt helps cleanse you too. Get all dirty and muddy. It's good for ya
Not all trees are nice
The more you listen to your intuition, the easier it will be to tell it apart from your anxieties and worries
Incense is very easy to make which is why it's usually cheap to buy. But you can find a million tutorials online on how to make your own personal incense which is great if you want a spell to take effect over a while but also want to infuse the fire energy in it.
The more you work with something the better feel you get for it. Cinnamon goes in almost everything i cook and most of my spells because me and cinnamon just get right along
Your path is yours and no one else's. It will look like yours and no one else's
I did a thing!! I did a witchy inspirational spread like @breelandwalker shared! I think it turned out nice.
Known as the five classical elements, they represent different aspects of nature and the universe. Each element has its own unique energy and symbolism, and understanding these can help you harness their power in your own spiritual practice. The Five Elements are Earth, Air, Fire, Water, and Spirit. Each of these elements is associated with a specific direction, season, and energy. The elements are also connected to the four cardinal points of the compass. You may find that certain elements resonate with you more than others.
The Earth element is associated with stability, grounding, and abundance. In spell work, you can use the Earth element to manifest material wealth, stability, physical body, and the natural world. The Earth element is often represented by rocks, crystals, and gemstones, as well as plants and animals. It is said to be the element that helps us connect with the physical world and our primal instincts. To work with the Earth element, you might choose to spend time in nature, meditate with crystals, or create an altar with natural materials. Some correspondences for the Earth element in spell work include:
Crystals: Green adventurine, moss agate, and jade.
Herbs: Dandelion, patchouli, and rosemary.
Colours: Brown and green
Astrology: Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn
Tarot: Pentacles
The Air element is associated with communication, transformation, intellectualism and creativity. It is associated with the mind, thought processes, and the realm of ideas. The Air element is often represented by birds, feathers, and incense smoke. It is said to be the element that helps us connect with our higher selves and the spiritual realm. To work with the Air element, you might practice visualization, journaling, or perform a ritual with incense or feathers. Some correspondences for the Air element in spell work include:
Crystals: Clear quartz, blue lace agate, and Citrine
Herbs: Lavender, peppermint, and sage
Colours: Yellow and white
Astrology: Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius
Tarot: Swords
The Fire element is associated with passion, action, and transformation. It is associated with energy, vitality, and courage. In spell work, you can use the Fire element to manifest passion, creativity, and transformation. The Fire element is often represented by candles, bonfires, and lightning. It is said to be the element that helps us connect with our inner power and the power of the universe. To work with the Fire element, you might light candles, perform a bonfire ceremony, or practice energy work. Some correspondences for the Fire element in spell work include:
Crystals: Carnelian, ruby, and sunstone
Herbs: Cinnamon, ginger, and yarrow
Colours: Red and orange
Astrology: Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius
Tarot: Wands
The Spirit element is associated with transcendence, the unknown, connection, and the divine. In spell work, you can use the Spirit element to promote spiritual connection, meditation, and transcendence. The Spirit element is often represented by prayer, meditation, and the void. It is said to be the element that helps us connect with the divine source of all creation. To work with the Spirit element, you might practice meditation, prayer, or engage in a spiritual practice that resonates with your beliefs. Some correspondences for the Spirit element in spell work include:
Crystals: Quartz, selenite, and amethyst
Herbs: Frankincense, myrrh, and sage
Colours: White and gold
Astrology: N /A
Tarot: N/A
Water is the element of emotions, intuition, and healing. It is associated with the flow of life, the subconscious mind, and the cycles of nature. The Water element is often represented by oceans, rivers, and rain. It is said to be the element that helps us connect with our deepest feelings and the energy of the universe. To work with the Water element, you might take a ritual bath, work with divination tools, or spend time near a body of water. Some correspondences for the Water element in spell work include:
Crystals: Aquamarine, Moonstone, Fluorite, Pearl, Opal
Herbs: Aloe Vera, Rosemary, Chamomile
Colours: Blue, Green, Grey
Astrology: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces
Tarot: Cups
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It also depends on what I'm doing readings for. Basic 1 to 5 cards, I'm good. If it's emotional or a more complicated spread, I may not last the whole hour.
Hey guys, help me be reasonable about something
Run out of juice: can't make the connections any more, get magical fatigue, feel disconnected or turned off
Continuously: one reading after the other, or a very long spread, with short breaks or no breaks.
(if you voted, pls consider rebageling!)
Too soft for this world, too wild for another.
Stardust in my veins, moss on my feet.
Whispers of wings in a world too loud.🧚🏻♀️✨
I have had good luck dollar stores and thrift stores, finding shiny trinkets and maybe a pretty candle holder or a pretty plate for offerings. Even all of the different candles you can get at Dollar Tree. But they're right too, use whatever you like that you already have at home. I like making crafts and origami. I feel that putting the energy, effort, and time to make something, and I bring that thing into my sacred space, it offers a deeper connection to my craft or practice.
What type of stuff do you put on altars? Budget and household items only please 😔
@windvexer you and I both crochet! This brought me joy but also ideas!
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