The Pragmatic Pagan: Recent Episodes
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A practical guide to nature based pagan witchcraft practice - with a twist of science.
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Happy Pride, listeners!
This Sunday Haven we look ahead to the coming Solstice. The team talks about their plans via a lens of simple/small vs big/complex magicks - and then spends some time planning an upcoming group Solstice celebration. We chat about ways to engage with the summer season - everything from basic craft to more complex ritual. Ash also shares about her in-depth look at rest via the work of author Tricia Hersey. Alyssa shares about her meditative walks, and Jay shares how important building and experiencing history within our practice is.
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Learn more about Rest is Resistance by Tricia Hersey: https://thenapministry.com/
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This week we are talking Water! We continue with the elements under the Sapling wheel turn - focusing on Water in it is liquid form and the basics of cleansing. We also touch on the differences between fire and water cleansing, banishing, and does charging moon water really have any impact? Find out that and more in this Sunday Haven recording.
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This Sunday Haven, Ash and Alyssa are talking about the sun and solar witchcraft. From how to ride the tides of both daily and seasonal energy, to the differences in solar seasons and how the suns own star cycle plays a role - this haven is aflame with ways to connect to our most celestial of fire elements.
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This Sunday Haven we talk about two of the Air paths in the Sapling wheel turn: Music & Song , Word & Spell. We provide ways to incorporate these tools into your practice, more about the Bard Witch path, and the power of sound waves.
Check out our Spotify Playlists mentioned in this episode:
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This Sunday Haven we talk about two of the Earth paths in the Sapling wheel turn: Trees and Nature Knowing. We provide ways to connect, talk about what not to do, and how to include these energies in spell work and a witchcraft practice.
Join us for the NEXT Sunday Haven on 4/21.
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It's been a year since we leaned into our Witch's Wheel framework -- and we gather to chat about what's working, what we learned, what we want to do differently, and more! Join the Atomic Witchcraft team to learn ways to expand and hone your craft - whether you are just beginning or have been at it a while!
Join us NEXT SUNDAY HAVEN 3/24 for a FREE Witch's Wheel Workshop - live on ZOOM.
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This Sunday Haven we get specific with attraction magick- from love and money to jobs and houses, the team offers up their favorite spells. We also talk about the science (and pseudo-science) of attraction magicks, how to make charms, and just a bit more! Join us at the hearth!
Sunday Haven's are a FREE LIVE EVENT on zoom hosted bi-weekly. We are back Sunday 3/10 with our next haven. Check out linktr.ee/atomicwitchcraft for the link! Hope to see you there.
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This Sunday Haven we focus on Attraction Magick, with a broad overview of this type of energy work, as well as specific tips and tricks! From attracting a new home, to a new job, or even a love spell -- Attraction Magick shows up in a variety of spell work. We also tackle questions like: "Whats the difference between Manifestation and Attraction?", "What do I do when it doesn't work", and more!
Join us next Sunday Haven on February 18th for Part 2 - where we talk favorite attraction spells for home, love, money, and more! Hope to see you there!
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Join us this week at the Atomic Hearth as we talk about House Spirits, trees, and magick in the mundane!
As always, Sunday Havens are best enjoyed live so join us every other Sunday at the Atomic Hearth. Next one is February 4th at 10:30 am PST.
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Welcome to 2024 and our new Sunday Haven format!
While best enjoyed live, we hope our new format offers a more in-depth look at a wider breadth of practices and journeys. Join Ash, Alyssa, and Jay as we talk about everything from the new format, to whats inspiring the witch within, and what we are working on this New Moon to Full Moon. We also field some questions from the community.
Join us every other Sunday at the Atomic Hearth.
Next one is January 21st at 10:30 am PST.
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Merry Solstice! Thank you all so much for an "atomic" year.
Listen in to discover what's in store for 2024!
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Tis the season of gifting -- so lets break it down to the atomic level and how the magick of giving is woven into our very being. Then, lets talk platinum vs golden rules, intent vs impact, and how learning your love language helps to craft gifts of all kinds. We wrap things up with how to weave some witchcraft into the gifts you give and the power of harnessing the energy of giving.
Then, Join us for a podcast Candle Nights special on the Winter Solstice. We are back with more (free) LIVE Sunday Havens in January, 2024!
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Let's talk Candle Nights - what is is? when is it? Explore how you might develop your own traditions as we update our seasonal celebration to a modern inclusive holiday that embraces individual needs and traditions.
Then, Join us for a podcast Candle Nights special on the Winter Solstice. We are back with more (free) LIVE Sunday Havens in January, 2024!
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Tis' the Season - Holidays are upon us - and being a Witch can have you feeling a bit out of step - especially during the holiday time. In this episode, we return to the wisdom of Desiderata, where we explore what it means to hold ground or lean into self-preservation during this holiday season. Ash talks about inviting Witch to the family traditions - even as a curious guest -- and some simple ideas for how to escape when you need to. Alyssa shares great ways we can support our communities in need.
This is just the beginning of our Holiday Havens so we hope to see you next Sunday Nov. 26th where we dig into the coming Winter Solstice Celebration, Candle Nights and all the ways you might incorporate a little Witch into your season.
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Join us for an All Spirits special! Ash shares a walking the veil ritual and Alyssa challenges us to up our Halloween game with some environmental awareness.
Join us for our next Sunday Haven, FREE and LIVE on Zoom! Sunday, November 12 at 10:30 am PST. Link is posted on our linktr.ee/atomicwitchcraft at 10 am PST.
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As the seasons shift towards darker days, we talk about the power and magicks of darkness through the lens of modern witchcraft. This transitional time is ripe with potent energy and the art of Divination. As we walk the liminal edge of the seasons, join us in exploring the magicks of darkness and divination!
Join us for our next Sunday Haven, FREE and LIVE on Zoom! Sunday, Oct 29th 10:30 am PST. Link is posted on our linktr.ee/atomicwitchcraft 30 minutes before!
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Black Cats, Crows, and more - Join us for this hauntingly FAMILIAR topic as we look at magickal animal companions and kindred sprits through the lens of a modern witchcraft practice. Alyssa also shares ways we can be good stewards to our feathered, fuzzy, scaly, and crawly friends.
This Sunday Have was recorded live -- and we hope you'll join the grove around the Atomic Hearth for our next Sunday Haven - Sunday, October 15th - when we talk darkness and divination!
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Happy Equinox!
In this past Sunday Haven, we talk lunar tides and seasonal shifts as the equinox hits. Ash shares a line from Desiderata that has always held special meaning to deepening her practice and Alyssa talks about ways we can all help manage food waste through proper storage and preserving.
Join us for our next Sunday Haven - LIVE - October 1st at 10:30 am PST. Zoom links posted to our link.tree, Patreon, and Facebook Listeners Group at 10 am the day of the event. As always, this gathering is FREE and open to all who would like a little witchy community time!
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Join us for a recording of our September Sunday Haven on Brooms and crafting!
The above recording captures the presentational segments of the Haven, but you will have to join us live to experience the community! We apologize for any audio inconsistencies as we work towards a better live recording model.
These FREE Sunday Haven's are every other Sunday at 10:30 am PST and look to connect us as a community. Next up - Sunday Sept. 17!
Join us virtually on zoom around the Atomic Hearth where we will share our knowledge, wisdom, and stories. Links are posted Sundays at 10 am on Patreon, link.tree, and in our Facebook group. Hope to see you there!
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Check out this LIVE recording of our first Sunday Haven at the Atomic Hearth!
With a similar format to the podcast, these live gatherings on zoom take things one step further - inviting you to participate and be a part of our witchy community. The above recording captures the presentational segments of the Haven, but you will have to join us live to experience the community! This past Haven, our community spent some time talking about rock & stone magick -- how to tap in, where to explore, and even sharing a bit about our own rock collections. Join us next time as we talk super moons, brooms, and all things Witch!
These FREE Sunday Haven's are every other Sunday at 10:30 am PST and look to connect us as a community. Join us virtually on zoom around the Atomic Hearth where we will share our knowledge, wisdom, and stories. Links are posted the day of on Patreon, link.tree, and in our Facebook group. Hope to see you there!
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This Welcoming Witch meditation compliments' the Witch's Wheel episode and workshop -- all of which help design a witchcraft path unique to you. While this meditation speaks of the spring equinox, it can be done at any point in the year as a way to re-align in your practice and refocus your energy. A reminder that your path can take on whatever pace and depth works for you. May this meditation brings a sense of renewal to practice.
Don't forget - the workshop and the digital miro board are available via Patreon for FREE. These tools step you through selecting your 12 areas of focus and charting a witchy way for the year. Please don't hesitate to reach out to the team with questions.
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While a bit belated, this episode is worth the wait! Delving even deeper into the magicks of the craft, this episode offers up a framework for how one might embrace the witch within and explore a practice that honors the seasons, the celestial, science, and magick - A Witch's Wheel. From Sapling to Fledgling, Ember to River, and finally Witch - this structure builds over time using a flexible groundwork from which to develop your own unique practice. Stay tuned to social media and Patreon for info-graphics - and don't forget to check the linkt.ree!
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Let's talk about the "craft" in Witch-Craft. Join Ash, as she breaks down the visual from last week and explains how the elements and different types of magick have woven together to support this new era of her Witch journey. We also have a brew of new segments! Learn more about keeping a witch's compendium, sink into some science facts, explore different magickal tools, engage with recommended books and resources, and incorporate some sustainable living tips from Alyssa. Recommended this episode: Urban forager: Alexis Nikole (@blackforager), Indoor Plant Stylist Mariah Greene (@greene.piece), and the book "How to Study Magic" by Sarah Lyons (@citymystic). Find those links, our socials, Patreon, and more on our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/atomicwitchcraft
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Pragmatic Pagan is now officially Atomic Witchcraft! Join us in this kick-off episode as we talk about my updated practice and introduce my new collaborators. Don't forget to follow/join us on social media or Patreon - we would love to be in community with you.
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After a long break, I am back to wrap up the Pragmatic Pagan podcast - before shifting to something a bit new. But don’t go anywhere! I will be back here with a new podcast name and more about what my updated practice looks like. Stay Tuned!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/atomicwitchcraft/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/atomicwitchcraft/support
This episodes shares my journey as I continue to decolonize my spirituality. Please engage with the resources found here: https://linktr.ee/PragmaticPagan This episode doesn’t have all the answers, but I hope it helps you to start asking important questions of your spiritual practice.
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This guided meditation focuses on building an energy shield with the involvement of the elements.
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Join me in this episode as I dig into what energy shielding is and how it might be useful for you. Follow this episode up with the guided meditation for a complete experience.
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Let’s talk the difference between a Coven and Solitary path and how you might get started in each. Check out the Patreon for a written breakdown of the content in this episode! Don’t forget to check out the Patreon for more resources! https://linktr.ee/PragmaticPagan
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Grounding meditations are an ancient practice that you can use to work with excess or unwanted energy. This episode gives you a brief overview and provides a guided Grounding meditation. Enjoy!
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Hello again, listeners! Thank you for your patience while I took some time for myself. Join me for a quick hello and some podcast hearth keeping!
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In this episode we interview Between the Veils Board members, Jonathan Quant and Nameless about the upcoming Between the Veils - The Prelude virtual con. You can find more information, including how to get tickets, at: betweentheveils.org
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This episode covers pages 1 - 13, where STARHAWK and Hilary Valentine delve into the concepts of Talking Self, Younger Self, and Deep Self. Are you able to connect with all three? Pick up the book and join us. Would love to hear from readers on social media so find me on instagram, facebook, and patreon!
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Book Club Bonus episodes will dive into different pagan and witchy authors. Each mini-episode will offer some thought, prompts, and practical advice. So grab your books and join us! Our first book is the “The Twelve Wild Swans” by STARHAWK and Hilary Valentine.
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In this episode, we discuss the presence of a fifth element. Some say it is the soul, others the divine, others look to nature. Will you incorporate a fifth element into your practice? This episode also includes a mediation and energy practice to get your personal energy flowing.
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With Earth, we continue to explore the origins of the elements and how to combine them into a holistic pagan witchcraft practice. Journal, meditation, and visualization exercises included!
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This special Yuletide pop in offers way to honor the year- in gratitude and remembrance. Merry Yuletide and Blessed Solstice!
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Apologies for the wait! In this Water episode, we continue to explore the origins of the elements and how to combine them into a holistic pagan witchcraft practice. Journal, meditation, and visualization exercises included!
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As we continue to explore the elements, we now look to fire. In this episode, we continue to explore the origins of these elements and how to combine them into a holistic pagan witchcraft practice. Journal, meditation, and visualization exercises included!
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As we explore the elements, we begin with Air. In this episode, not only do you learn more about the origins of these elements in witchcraft, but also how to combine them into a holistic pagan witchcraft practice. Journal, meditation, and visualization exercises included!
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Season 2 is all about digging deeper, and that often means heading back to the basics, and learning how to take those up a notch. So, we begin at the beginning — where it’s all elemental.
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Season 2 is coming soon! We will be digging deeper into the specifics of paganism and witchcraft. Stay tuned!
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Season 1 is coming to a close - check out some playlist collections to round up this year on the podcast! Find links and graphics on social media!
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Paganism and Witchcraft are best consumed daily - check out this episode on how to integrate these practices into your daily routines!
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The first harvest festival is here - coupled with beautiful corn moon, this is a time to celebrate our harvests - literally and figuratively. Listen in for ideas on rituals, altar decorations, and more!
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We often hear things like Kitchen Witch, Garden Witch, Hedge Witch - so lets dive into what that really means and how you might want to incorporate these practices for a witchy lifestyle.
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This is a guided astral meditation for the Summer Solstice.
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This practical guide to the Summer Solstice talks everything from altar decorations, to BBQ’s, and Bonfires. Learn more about ways to celebrate this Sabbat.
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In this episode we talk the difference between Paganism and Witchcraft and I give a quick podcast update. Media recommended in this podcast includes: films ”13th” and “When They See Us” by Ava DuVernay, The Nickelodeon Show, Avatar: The Last Airbender by Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, with Aaron Ehasz as head writer. Authors Anne Bishop for their Pillars of the World Series and Katherine Kerr for their Deverry Series. Apps recommended in this podcast include: Moonly, Moon phase, The Farmers Almanac, Night Sky, and Co-star.
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Let’s talk about the fire festival Beltane! Found around the world, it is one of the oldest holidays still celebrated. Join me to learn how you too can celebrate - whether at home or next year, when we can gather again!
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Learn the basics of how to create your own spell - from the visualizations, to the tools, and chants. Then, together we step through a few examples of how to build your own spell.
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While a bit belated, I wanted to share some practical ways to celebrate spring, the spring equinox, and the traditions of Ostara.
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The April full moon is a time for new beginnings. In light of that, we will indulge our bodies in an 8 day physical, emotional, and energetic cleanse to prep our magickal soil for the seeds of abundance we are planting.
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In this episode we talk about creating a Witch’s Grimoire, or Book of Shadows. This collection becomes a document and legacy of your witchcraft journey - what do you include in yours?
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A recitation of Max Ehrmanns 1927 prose: Desiderata. This piece has always had a special place in my heart and home.
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Hi all! During this time, I am sharing my story in the craft - and we chat a bit about our changing times. What’s your story in the craft? How did you find your path?
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The world is rapidly changing. Breathe. Love each other. Wash your damn hands.
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‘Tis the season of love - and attraction! What are you hoping to attract this spring? This episode steps you through the basics of attraction spells and gives you some ideas - no matter what you are hoping to attract!
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This episode gets into the “how” of magick and some principles that many groups use to govern their craft. What are your principles? We look at principles from Gabriela Herstik, The American Council of Witches, The Pagan Federation, and more!
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Imbolc is all about fresh starts and planting the seeds for success. Join me to learn how to celebrate this High Holy Day.
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This Astral Meditation takes us on a deeper journey, to the land of dreams.
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Welcome to 2020 - lets start with a Yule Wrap up, but then get down to business putting our Yule Intents to work. This full moon we integrate our Yule work into our spell work. We also explore the power of dreams during this Wolf Moon in Cancer.
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Gather round to learn more about the history and lore surrounding Yule and the Winter Solstice. We talk all twelve days of Yule and share some traditions to try out! Plus, enjoy the beautiful Yule poem from C.C. Williford - ‘Twas the Night before Yuletide!
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In this short episode we cover a simple full moon ritual to prep for our bigger upcoming Yule celebration.
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This Pagan Roundtable we talk about how to share your beliefs with family during this holiday season. Responses to listener questions and requests.
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This New Moon we begin to explore our intent for the coming cycle of life - starting with the spark of creation at Yule. Until then, its about exploring what will be your focus for the next year - in what way will you grow or challenge yourself? Where do you want to lean in? This episode includes a great basic energy exercise to take your energy work to the next level. Let’s get that energy work and intent ready for Yule!
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Ever feel like maybe you don’t make the witchy “cut”? This episode is for you. You are inherently witchier than you think! Join me for some real talk on how to manage your magickal practice.
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This Full Moon in Taurus, we keep it simple - let the focus drift to internal release and evaluation. Make space. You can leave me a voice memo/question on Anchor! https://anchor.fm/pragmaticpagan
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Blessed Samhain! Together we walk the veil between worlds. Join me for an ancestral meditation where we encounter the changing tides of the new year and chat with an ancestor.
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Samhain is the oldest unbroken High Holy Day - learn about it’s history and practical ways you can celebrate. Stay tuned for an upcoming Ancestral Meditation episode!
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Scorpio calls for transformation through water - a perfect time to do a personal cleanse.
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Exploring the idea of another dimension - the Astral Plane. We start where science ends, with tips on how you can access this energetic plane. Includes a short guided exercise.
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A 4 step cleansing ritual that will cleanse, re-energize, and bring protection to your space. Plus a quick meditation to meet and greet the Spirit of your Home.
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A quick guide to this waning moon as we move into the quiet of the lunar cycle - a time for restoration. Samhain approaches.
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This Hunters Full Moon in Aries we continue our journey of balance with an attraction/banishment knot spell. This episode pairs great with the practical guides to color magick and a Witch’s Ladder.
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Woven witchery has existed for centuries - so lets explore how you can use it to create your own knot magick. We look into a brief history of this type of magick and talk through the practical steps of creating your own Witches Ladder. This episode pairs great with the Color Magick Episode and the Guided Full Moon Ritual for a Witch’s Ladder.
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This episode we talk through how to set your intent during this first quarter and waxing lunar cycle. We also talk prep for the upcoming Full Moon Ritual - an attraction and banishment knot/color spell duo!
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In this guided meditation, we explore your relationship with different colors. This episode partners well with the Practical Guide to Color Magick episode.
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This episode gives some practical explanations regarding color as a tool in witchcraft. This is a great introduction before you hit the Color Meditation Episode!
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With a New Moon in Libra, we look at how we bring balance to our world. Represented by the scales of Justice, Libra asks that we learn compromise.
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Every witch uses different tools in their practice but lets get started with some of the basics!
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In this episode we learn practical tips about a witch’s most sacred space - the altar.
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Travel on the astral plane as the tides begin to shift. This guided meditation encourages you to embrace balance.
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Learn more about the 2nd Harvest Festival - Mabon. We talk a few simple ways to celebrate this autumn!
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In this episode we talk Wheel of the Year, Esbats, and Sabbats. Join us to learn what traditions you might embrace! Detailed breakdowns of each Holy Day will come with the seasons - so stay tuned!
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Explore the different phases of the moon and how they guide spell casting in a nature based practice.
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Join me as we let go of what no longer serves us, while giving practical legs to our intent from this past Full Moon Spell. This waning moon coupled with the equinox is all about harvest, gratitude, and paying it forward.
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In this second Astral Meditation, we move inside the door. Are you ready? Welcome Home.
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We celebrate this Harvest Full Moon with an Abundance Jar Spell. Join me for this guided ritual.
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The first quarter moon sits high in the sky as the sun fades. It is time to prep for the coming Full Moon. Focusing on an Abundance Jar Spell - the second of the three harvest full moons is about gratitude and planning ahead.
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Let’s talk the basics of spell casting. We talk techniques, principals, and the science of spells!
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This episode we step through everything you need to know about Casting a Circle and Calling Quarters (Elements). Check out the last two sections for a semi-guided ritual!
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This episode focuses on a some of the nuts and bolts of my particular pagan practice. From discussing good vs evil magick (hint: its all about intent), to Deities and nature worship, and Faeries, ghosts, and the afterlife - this episode is jam packed with topics to get you thinking!
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In this dark of the moon, the focus shifts from doing - to being. It’s a time to clean-up that “Drawer”. What’s in YOUR “drawer” this New Moon? What are you looking to release? Plus - we get into the science of sensing energy.
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A meditation focused on defining and developing your “happy place”.
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August is a time of Harvest so during this waning moon it is a time to celebrate and gather your accomplishments. Learn more about the energy work associated with these seasonal and lunar cycles.
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Some simple first steps for those interested in exploring witchcraft. A great refresher for those long time practitioners!
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In this inaugural episode, learn how the terms Pagan and Witchcraft are used in this podcast and how science plays a role in magick.
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