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Discover the questions and answers as one begins their study in the craft. Ask a Grey Witch is a support platform for the Astral Sacred Meadow Circle and others are also welcome whom want to learn about witchcraft or see examples of magick. Merry meet, Thank you for coming, & Welcome! Grey Witchcraft: An ill-defined practice or area of magick not readily conforming to a category or set of rules. Over 150+ answered questions & pages with over 10,000+ combined views!!! Click Play to hear a summary Powered by: notebooklm.google.com Since the website first went live in December of 2021, many magickal practitioners have found guidance and support by attending virtual gatherings, reading information pages and viewing responses to submitted inquiries, or by submitting their own questions. Th ank you to everyone for visiting AskaGreyWitch.com! This is an open online community that welcomes all people. Together we can help to break misconceptions that may still exist about Wiccans, witches and other magickal practitioners. Read the Blog (below) Watch the Videos (below) See Upcoming Events (below) +/- Creating balance +/- Welcome to a personal online space that offers and explores the opinions of one individual. It should be mentioned right from the start that the thoughts and ideas shared here are not intended to represent others. The intention is to provide an example of one practice as a reference or starting point for those who may have questions or are looking for suggestions or new ideas when setting up their own unique practice. As a Humanist Wiccan I share from many perspectives. Some would say that I'm not really a witch since I'm not relying on the supernatural. With a fundamental belief that each and every human being is capable of envisioning, intuition, expression, and intention leading to achieving goals from what is expressed through actions (the basic definition of magick), I disagree. We are all capable of manifesting our desires. What will YOU bring to fruition? Questions are always welcome! Learn more about Witchcraft and Wicca Support & Resources: Submit your own question to ask See all the response postings so far See a list of the submitted questions so far Submitted Questions: Search Humanist Wiccan: Someone who identifies with the core principles of Wicca, but emphasizes a rational, naturalistic approach. Traditional Wicca incorporates beliefs in deities or a higher power, while Humanist Wicca focus on the inherent value of nature and humanity. The Wiccan gods and goddesses are viewed as metaphors for psychological concepts or natural forces . This practice often centers on personal growth, ethical living, responsibility, and a deep respect for the earth and nature. Website Audio Overviews More about Humanist Wicca Special Announcement! The Witches Gathering Conference 2025 will take place on Friday May 2nd and Saturday May 3rd, 2025 at the Ancaster Fairgrounds in Ancaster, Ontario. Event Information See Upcoming Events Divination & Workings Consultation Mystical is just another term for misunderstood. There are just as many types of witches as there are witches! Always: Trust your instincts and follow your intuition. Introduction to Witchcraft Resource to the Sacred Meadow Circle ENTER Sacred Meadow Circle empowerment gatherings And, informational webpages about the aspects of the Sacred Meadow Circle tradition. These pages includes details about the coven and suggestions and advice about Witchcraft, Wicca, and Magick intended to help anyone to setup their own unique and personal practice for themselves. 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Introduction to Witchcraft Member Development About Humanist Wicca Rules, Tools & Rites Historic Influences Legal Status About the Sacred Meadow Circle (S.M.C.) Tradition: The Sacred Meadow Circle is a Humanist Wiccan coven that is separated into three main aspects of membership and participation: The Astral S.M.C. online group Friends of the S.M.C. Virtual gatherings of witches interested in meeting other witches (eclectic group) There is no obligation to be a member of S.M.C., nor Wiccan to join these online virtual gatherings. The Full Moon S.M.C. Empowerment group S.M.C. Coven-stead. In person gatherings of like minded individuals that meet regularly and offer ritual and offer support and self initiation guidance. There is no obligation to identify as Wiccan to join this empowerment group. The New Moon S.M.C. Governance group S.M.C. Priesthood of witches. Seax Wiccans of the S.M.C. tradition. It is expected to be devoted to the Humanist Wiccan tradition of the Sacred Meadow Circle in order to join this governance group. Visit the SMC Coven webpages About S.M.C. Virtual Gatherings The tradition is based on a Seax Wiccan influence of Anglo Saxon tradition. However, more so focuses on the individual development of one's self for each and establish connections with nature and humanity. The status of development of initiation is merely for one's own reflection and tracking of their own progress. 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 "High Priest(ess)" in the S.M.C. tradition only references to the gained experience required to support gatherings and facilitate or 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 the coven's workings and rituals together. Humanist Wiccan: Someone who identifies with the core principles of Wicca, but emphasizes a rational, naturalistic approach. Traditional Wicca incorporates beliefs in deities or a higher power, while Humanist Wicca focus on the inherent value of nature and humanity. The Wiccan gods and goddesses are viewed as metaphors for phycological concepts or natural forces. This practice often centers on personal growth, ethical living, and a deep respect for the earth and nature. Principles of the Wiccan Belief which influences the Sacred Meadow Circle: We practice rites to attune ourselves with the natural rhythm of life forces marked by the phases of the Moon and the seasonal quarters and cross quarters. We recognize that our intelligence gives us a unique responsibility towards our environment. We seek to live in harmony with nature, in ecological balance offering fulfillment to life and consciousness within an evolutionary concept. We acknowledge a depth of power far greater than that apparent to the average person. Because it is far greater than ordinary it is sometimes called supernatural, but we see it as lying within that which is naturally potential to all. We conceive of the Creative Power in the universe as manifesting through polarity – as masculine and feminine – and that this same Creative Power lies in all people, and functions through the interaction of the masculine and feminine. We value neither above the other, knowing each to be supportive to the other. We value sex as a pleasure, as the symbol and embodiment of life, and as one of the sources of energies used in magickal practice and religious worship. We recognize both outer worlds and inner, or psychological, worlds sometimes known as the Spiritual World, the Collective Unconscious, Inner Planes, etc. – and we see in the interaction of these two dimensions the basis for paranormal phenomena and magickal exercises. We neglect neither dimension for the other, seeing both as necessary for our fulfillment. We do not recognize any authoritarian hierarchy, but do honor those who teach, respect those who share their greater knowledge and wisdom, and acknowledge those who have courageously given of themselves in leadership. We see religion, magick, and wisdom in living as being united in the way one views the world and lives within it – a world view and philosophy of life that we identify as Witchcraft – the Wiccan way. Calling oneself Witch does not make a Witch – but neither does heredity itself, nor the collecting of titles, degrees, and initiations. A Witch seeks to control the forces within herself or himself that make life possible in order to live wisely and well without harm to other and in harmony with nature. We believe in the affirmation and fulfillment of life in a continuation of evolution and development of consciousness giving meaning to the Universe we know and our personal role within it. Our only animosity toward Christianity, or toward any other religion or philosophy of life, is to the extant that its institutions have claimed to be the only way and have sought to deny freedom to others and to suppress other ways of religious practice and belief. As North American Witches, we are not threatened by debates on the history of the Craft, the origins of various terms, the legitimacy of various aspects of different traditions. We are concerned with our present and our future. We do not accept the concept of absolute evil, nor do we worship any entity known as Satan or the Devil, as defined by the Christian tradition. We do not seek power through the suffering of others, nor accept that personal benefit can be derived only by denial to another. We believe that we should seek within nature that which is contributory to our health and well-being. The Philosophy of Wicca within the Sacred Meadow Circle: As a nature based tradition, Wiccans recognize the natural world encompasses both light and darkness including death and other harsh realities. However, unlike many other faiths, we choose not to dwell on these aspects but instead celebrate the joy and love that life. While religions like Asatru and Christianity often focus on the afterlife as a reward for enduring life's challenges, Wicca embraces the beauty and wonders of this world as our true, viewing the darker elements as essential for growth and learning. We see ourselves as integral to nature's cycles, much like early humans who understood their place within the natural world, acknowledging both its gifts and dangers. Wicca aims to restore this connection to nature. While many societies seek to elevate themselves above it, Wiccans strive to reconnect with the planet's cycles and maintain our bonds with it. Many of us engage in studying local ecology or practicing herbalism, recognizing the power of modern medicine while also appreciating its roots in the natural world. Instead of avoiding nature, we walk barefoot on soft grass and fallen leaves, fostering a deeper connection with the trees that provide us with fruit and shade, often expressing our gratitude aloud or conversing with our plants. Equally important to Wicca is the sense of community, which we also view as part of nature. We aim to support others, welcoming those in need without attempting to control their lives. We cherish our own experiences and do not believe in renouncing joy or taking vows of poverty, as enjoying life aligns with the gifts of nature and reflects the core philosophy of many Wiccans. While many Wiccans hold strong beliefs in deities, Humanist Wiccans often see them as symbolic representations of various aspects of human nature. By personifying different parts of ourselves, we can better understand our subconscious. What was once considered "mystical" is now explored through psychology, as demonstrated by the work of Carl Jung. Our thoughts and emotions can shape our actions and outcomes, linking the mind and body in ways that explain what many refer to as "magick." For more information about the Sacred Meadow Circle coven, select a button below. Or, please feel free to visit the Coven Page. Introduction to Witchcraft Member Development Visit the SMC Coven webpages About Humanist Wicca Historic Influences Rules, tools & Rites Legal Status About S.M.C. Virtual Gatherings

About Sacred Meadow Circle What is Witchcraft? An exciting and vibrant practice that harnesses the power of magick, often rooted in pagan or nature-based traditions! It's a wonderfully diverse journey, unique to each individual. Whether you view it as a spiritual path, a philosophy, or a way of life, there's so much to explore! Unveil the true essence of Witchcraft and dispel the common myths surrounding witches and magickal practitioners. For more info, select a section below or press play to listen to an audio summary: Witchcraft and Wicca Manifestation Rituals and Spells Wheel of the Year Understanding Energy Types of Practitioners Suggestions and Tips The Wiccan Rede Magickal Workings Shadow Work Covens (in general) Visit the SMC coven webpages Witchcraft 101 - Suggested research topics: Introduction to Witchcraft for beginners. Witchcraft = a practice, not a religion. PAGAN vs WICCA vs WITCHCRAFT (...not the same) SOLITARY vs SECULAR vs COVEN BASED (...not the same) Common misconceptions -You don’t have to be a certain gender to be a witch -Magick is not inherently evil, nor tied to evil, etc. -All witches are not satanists, …But, some are!!! -You don’t need to be in a coven. -You don’t actually need any specific tools. -You don’t need to spend money to get started! MAGICK is different from what is seen in most books, movies, television, & other media. It is a series of techniques used to manifest by harnessing energy (both internally and externally) in order to change yourself and/or your surroundings. How do I get started? My advice is to meditate! Self reflection is going to be so important in your craft. As you dive into your journey, reflect on what it is you are drawn to about witchcraft and what you’re hoping to get out of it. Go slow and start with the basics! Common Practices and Symbols: Deasil, Widdershins Invocation, Evocation Elements: Spirit, Water, Earth, Fire, Air Types of Magick: Low, Neutral, and High Pentacle Witch’s Knot Goddess of the moon Realms of Witchcraft: Green, Hedge, Cottage, Kitchen, Psychic or Chaos, …and so many others. Spiritual Assistance: Deities (aspects of human nature), Ancestors (energy of past loved ones), Spirit (energy of creatures, objects or surroundings), Guides (Spiritual influences), The Fey (Nature spirits), …and many others. “There are just as many types of witches as there are witches.” - Unknown. For more information about Witchcraft, Wicca and Magick please feel free to submit your own questions. Together we can help to break current misconceptions! Search your own topic Submit a question A Humanist's point of view About Sacred Meadow Circle

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

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

The Astral virtual gatherings are organized to offer opportunity to meet other witches. Anyone can participate! There is no requirement other than looking for help or support in setting up a meaningful practice in the craft, and/or meeting other practitioners. Registration is free - Join us! The Sacred Meadow Circle gatherings: The Sacred Meadow Circle (S.M.C.) virtual gatherings are organized to offer opportunity to meet ot hers. Anyone can participate! There is no requirement other than looking for help or support in setting up a meaningful practice in the craft, and/or meeting other practitioners. Registration is free Please note: Starting in January 2025 the S.M.C. virtual gatherings will happen each week on Wednesdays, to start at 8 PM ET! The As tral S.M.C. is an online international diverse assortment of people that get in contact and seek support in their discovery and learning of witchcraft. Anyone can participate! There is no requirement other than looking for help or support in setting up a meaningful practice in the craft, and/or meeting others. The www.askagreywitch.com /coven website offers multiple information sections on a variety of empowering topics in hopes that it helps to inspire anyone in setting up a unique and meaningful practice for themselves. Register (For free) Please, join us for the next: Astral Sacred Meadow Circl e Virtual Gathering Quite often an example or reference to a starting point is all that's req uired to become grounded within beginning to set up your own self practice. Anyone can participate! There is no requirement other than looking for help or support in setting up a meaningful practice in the craft, or meeting others. Join us for this magickal chat experience!!! More about S.M.C. Merry Meet: Once registered, you are automatically invited to all future Astral S.M.C. Virtual Gatherings. Invitatio n emails will be sent out before the next meeting date which will include a join link that can be clicked on at the start time of the scheduled meeting in order to attend the virtual gathering. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR SPAM/JUNK FOLDERS! Starting in January 2025 Virtual gatherings will happen each week on Wednesdays, to start at 8 PM ET (sometimes run until about 10 PM ET). You can also see the Upcoming even ts section for upcoming gathering time and date announcements. During the gathering, please feel free to use craft-names and to express your witchy-selves as you s ee fit. * Please note -- Th ese virtual meetings take place over Zoom Video Conferencing and are not recorded, nor broadcasted. However, please be prepared that other meeting participants will be able to see you when your camera is on. And so, we ask for consideration to your surroundings that may be visible within your camera's view range. For more information about Zoom, please visit: How to Join support page . Registration is required (free) and helps avoid scammer/fraudulent entry. More about the Sacred Meadow Circle: There are also Dark Moon S.M.C. remote gatherings which are hosted by a New Moon S.M.C. member and are meant to be eclectic gatherings that focus on a specific topic of discussion. Guests are invited to participate in online discussions, ask questions, and seek advice and support from other established practitioners of magick. The Full Moon S.M.C. in-person gatherings offer empowerment, support and acceptance, done through ritual and celebration together at Esbats and Sabbats . This circle forms a close bond of friendship and coven-family to local members residing in or near the City of Guelph and Wellington County, Ontario, Canada. It is the intention of the New Moon S.M.C. private gatherings to organize and provide opportunities for members to learn and about setting up unique practices in the craft. As well as creating teaching and learning opportunities from sharing experiences. More information is available about how to join and the structure and expectations of membership for informed decision at: www.askagreywitch.com/coven AskaGreyWitch.com started with a mission to give others a taste of one witch's thoughts and experiences by answering submitted questions. What started as occasional posts has evolved into a rich site filled with a variety of information about various topics relating to witchcraft. Take some time to explore the blogs and find what sparks your interests. Submitted questions are very much appreciated! The main focus of the AskaGreyWitch.com website has become to serve as a support platform for the Astral Sacred Meadow Circle. More about that can be found at: https://www.askagreywitch.com/about To be clear : What one says is not what goes. No one is trying to say that what one thinks is the only way... each and every one of us has our own way of thinking, associations, and individual beliefs, traditions, etc. Quite often the Sacred Meadow Circle members find themselves offering guidance, answering questions, providing information and giving advice to other practitioners of magick who are finding their own ways and path in the craft. Group Rules: Know... ...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 safety for other members. Please be respectful, supportive and considerate of one another. It should also be mentioned: All else that is permitted to be revealed to non-members is that the Sacred Meadow Circle exists as a collaboration of separated gatherings of witches. No in-coven business is discussed outside of the circles such as but not limited to about what is discussed, the magickal workings that are involved, traditions explored, any trainings or lessons that take place within, or whom any of the other members are, etc. Si nce witches and witchcraft face so many misconceptions and misunderstandings in the world today, it's worth mentioning again that revealing identities of witches or other coven information could result in the jeopardization of wellness or safety for others. Please be respectful and considerate of one another. - Blessed be! If you are already registered and no longer wish to receive S.M.C. virtual gathering invitations, please write a request to unregister in email to: greywitchbryan@gmail.com fro m the same registered email account. Requests to no longer be included will be respected and kindly obliged. Thank you for joining us!!! Merry part, and merry meet again. Register (For free) More about S.M.C.

The Wheel of the Year Wolf/Storm Moon January Full Moon Dark Quiet Moon January New Moon Imbolc February 1st. The first signs of spring in which are celebrated and dedications are made for the next full turn of the wheel. Also known as Ground Hogs Day Snow/Ice Moon February Full Moon Dark Hunger Moon February New Moon Worm/Crow Moon March Full Moon Dark Seed Moon March New Moon Ostara March 21st. Light and darkness are again in balance during the spring equinox, with light on the rise. It is a time of new beginnings and of life emerging further from winter. Hare/Pink Moon April Full Moon Dark Planting Moon April New Moon Beltane May 1st. Celebrating the power of life in its fullness, the greening and blooming of the world as spring flourishes. Flower/Milk Moon May Full Moon Dark Ninth Moon May New Moon Mead/Strawberry Moon June Full Moon Dark Strawberry Moon June New Moon Litha June 21st - 24th. As the summer solstice this time is considered the turning point at which summer reaches its height and the sun shines longest. Hay/Buck Moon July Full Moon Dark Blessings Moon July New Moon Lammas August 1st. A feast of thanksgiving symbolizing the fruits of the first of three harvest festivals. Sturgeon/Barely Moon August Full Moon Dark Harvest Moon August New Moon Corn/Harvest Moon September Full Moon Dark Singing Moon September New Moon Mabon September 21st. During the time if the autumn Equinox, a feast of thanksgiving for the fruits of the earth and a recognition of the need to share them during the coming winter months. Blood/Hunter's Moon October Full Moon Dark Falling-Leaf Moon October New Moon Samhain October 31st. A time to celebrate the lives of those who have passed on, and it often involves paying respect to ancestors, family members, elders of the faith, friends, pets, and other loved ones who have died. Beaver/Oak Moon November Full Moon Dark Dead Moon November New Moon Cold/Long-Night Moon December Full Moon Dark Snow Moon December New Moon Yule December 21st - 24th. During the winter solstice, there is feasting, and gift giving as common elements of Midwinter festivities. Bringing sprigs and wreaths inside to decorate the home as well as the decoration of a Yule tree are also common in celebration. Introduction to Witchcraft Submit a question

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

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. Hosted by: The next Astral S.M.C. virtual gathering About AskaGreyWitch.com Read the Blog Submit a Question View Submitted Questions

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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

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

Stafford Tarot is hosting a special Spirit Talk Live Event Please join me while we discuss spirit communication together and during, everyone will learn to receive general messages from spirit for themselves. Hosted by Stafford Tarot. Registration Info Spirit Talk Online Virtual Event Our loved ones are with us for support and guidance, even in spirit. Join me as I discuss how this is possible and some of what my experiences have been as a professional psychic medium. The previous online Spirit Talk even that took place on April 30th, 2024 was very well received. And so, In honour of my own ancestors I would like to host another online virtual event "Spirit Talk" on Saturday November 9th, 2024 to begin at 8 PM Eastern Standard Time (5 PM Pacific Standard Time). Please join me while we discuss spirit communication together and during, everyone will learn to receive general messages from spirit for themselves. Event Information: What: Live Spirit Talk (Virtual) Discount price: $20 each participant (paid before September 30th, 2024) Regular price: $25 each participant (paid after October 1st, 2024) Who: with Bryan Stafford, Intuitive Psychic Medium from www.staffordtarot.com Why: My mother was an inspiration to me as a psychic, and so I wanted to hold a Spirit talk remote group mediumship session to help others in honour of her. When: Saturday November 9th, 2024 Starts at 8 PM EST (estimated 2 hours max) Where: Zoom Video Conference (Online) Private Group Video Conference - Paid access only. How: Send payment to register. When you register to attend you will be sent a zoom join link that can be clicked on at the start time and date of the event. (After October 1st, 2024 the price will increase to $25! ) Please note: that this will be a live event (It will not be recorded) and so please be prepared that other participants as well as myself will be able to see you when your camera is on. And so, I just ask for consideration to your surroundings that may be visible within your camera's view range. The previous online Spirit Talk even that took place on November 1st, 2023 was very well received. And so, In honour of my own ancestors I would like to host another online virtual event "Spirit Talk" on Tuesday April 30th, 2024 to begin at 7:30 PM Eastern Standard Time (4:30 PM Pacific Time). Please join me while we discuss spirit communication together and during, everyone will learn to receive general messages from spirit for themselves. Questions or comments can be sent to bryantarotreading@gmail.com or connect with me at www.staffordtarot.com via a message or by filling out an online contact form. So excited!!!!! Very much looking forward to what I know will be a special evening!!! More Information: Registration info About The Host/Organizer About Bryan Stafford

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Shadow work journaling exercises Suggestions and examples So, you may be wondering, "what does Shadow Work have to do with grey witchery?" Well, in my opinion getting to know yourself best, including your shadow-self, is absolutely essential in order to recognize and separate your own energies apart from others. This can be instrumental to being truly connected with inner pure intentions within castings, charms, potions, and spells, as well as rituals, ceremonies, and other workings. About Shadow Work Prompts to help start journaling Prompts are questions that promote self analyzing deep within our inner selves. Here are some examples: What are your triggers and what caused them? Is there anyone you hold a grudge against? If so, what is holding you back from letting go and moving on? Do you feel misunderstood? If yes, what misconceptions do people have of you? What do you dislike about yourself most? What’s the worst thing you’ve ever done and why did you do it? Are you happy with where you are in your life? Is there anything that you can do to improve it? Was your childhood negative or positive? Outline the most prominent memories that you have of your younger years. What is your relationship like with your family? Has your connection strengthened since you were a child or has it gotten worse? What are your parent’s best and worst personality traits? Do you see any of them within yourself? Who are you closest to in your life and do they positively reflect who you are? Are you holding on to people that don’t deserve your time and affections? Are you honestly happy in your relationships? Are you comfortable in your skin? If there is something that you would like to change about yourself, what is it and why? Do you lie to yourself to avoid addressing your fears? What characteristics and traits do you dislike in others? When are you hardest on yourself and why? What emotions do you tend to avoid? Do you enforce boundaries with others or are you the type to let people cross lines? How did you deal with trauma in the past and what do you do to combat it in the present? Are you 100% yourself around others? Do you put on a persona or mask to blend into the crowd? Do you know who you are? Do you forgive yourself when you have done something wrong? When you make mistakes can you move on from them or do they continue to hurt you? What are your toxic traits? Are you happy to be alone in your own company? Do you use other people to fill a void? Do you respond well to constructive criticism? Are you over-sensitive to any form of feedback? Do you allow yourself to be vulnerable in your romantic relationships? Do you put up walls around yourself and your partner or are you completely open? Do you accept yourself as you are? What is your deepest, darkest fear? Is there anyone in your life that you are competitive with? If yes, what caused this rivalry? Do you feel as though people respect you? What is your biggest regret and why? Do you have any unhealthy attachments or habits? What are you doing to curb them and why have you continued to entertain them? Do you practice self-care? Is there more that you could be doing for your wellbeing Think about one thing that bothers you One good place to start with shadow work would be to think of one thing that bothers you, and reflect on what it is about that specific thing or person that might also be a part of or within you. To figure this out, you could ask yourself gentle questions like: What is it about it that I don't like? Do I find that I have some of those same traits sometimes? What makes it so difficult to be in that situation, or around them? What parts of me create it as to the situation? Or what does that person not like when I'm around them? How do I feel about that part of myself? Contemplate on the answers and journal any interesting realizations. Choose one thing at a time to work on. Take note of any discomforts, fears, or disturbances while rationalizing and analyzing the responses to the questions above. Do this exercise as many times as necessary. Each time choosing a different thing that is bothersome whether it be a trait of yourself, or a characteristic of another, or of a situation or issue, etc. Quite often this type of reflection can lead to some kind of growth. For example: the realization of a resolution to a problem, or acceptance of something, or of ourselves or of someone else, or the evolution of one's own weakness eventually becoming a strength. Look at your family tree Another starter exercise to dip your toes into shadow work would be to analyzing your family tree. Make a family tree of your two sets of grandparents, all of your aunts and uncles, and your parents because they're the generations above you whose attributes—good and bad—might be in you. This practice is all about getting honest enough to say, "I love my family, but one of my uncles drinks too much," for example. The next step is to really look at all those qualities that exist within your family, and ask if any of those things are in you. Analyse caregivers' traits Write down five negative traits for each of your parents/caretaker or the people who raised you. Notice which ones you really can’t stand. Then write down five positive traits for each of your parents/caretaker or the people who raised you. Notice which ones you really admire. Then answer these questions: ? - How do these 10 traits live in you? ? - How do you exhibit them or what’s your version of them? ? - How do these 10 traits show up in your life? Advice VS Judgement For one week, observe your own judgments about other people. Whenever you’re upset by another person’s behavior, notice the quality in him or her that is most upsetting to you. Write down any opinions you have of the people who are closest to you. Be sure to include your friends, family, and co-workers. Then... Make a list of advice you give to other people. What are you telling others to do to make their life better? Reflect on whether the advice you give to others isn’t just advice to yourself. Sometimes we tell other people what to do as a way of reminding ourselves of what WE need to do. Realize that your advice to them may be a way to remind yourself. Create a "bucket list" If you don’t live your days by goals and plans, chances are that you spend most of your time caught in a jumble of day to day activities and tasks. Ever felt that your days are passing you by without any tangible output? ? - What did you accomplish in the past month? ? - What are your goals for the next three months? Look at the things that you have been doing and the things that you’re planning to do next — do they mean anything to you if you are to die today? Having a bucket list reminds you of what’s really important to you so that you can act on them before opportunities to do so are lost. Take note of emotional reactions An emotional activation is the response you have when you’re not engaging reason and logic to understand your feelings accordingly. This can come from unaltered emotional wounds from our past experience. Like, in the way how a scent or sound or specific sight can remind of a sudden memory from deep within our minds, bringing it to the surface for a quick sudden moment. This can cause emotional outburst.Like a reflex. It’s important to notice, because – if you pay attention to that quick moment – it may provide you with important information.If you have the courage to examine your emotional activators, also known as triggers, then you can find out a lot about your inner self that is subconsciously hidden from us (also known as the shadow self). First, begin to notice when big feelings and strong emotional reactions occur. It can happen unexpectedly. You’re looking for patterns, so that you can begin to identify the activator. For example, what brought on the strong emotions? Was it a certain sound? Or a specific smell? Or does it revolve around another person? or as you enter an uncomfortable place? or maybe the texture or touch of an object? Etc.You will need to be objective and dispassionate -- which is not easy to do. Try to journal the answers while asking yourself the following questions: ? - What specific words, actions, situation, or person caused your reaction? ? - How did you react? Consider not only the physical manifestation, but more significantly the feeling(s) driving that physical manifestation. ? - How did you feel? Why? ? - Where have those feelings come from? Or, during the emotional activation what can you recall, if anything? 3 - 2 - 1 exercise First choose what, or who, ‘it’ is going to be in this exercise. Keep in mind that for this particular technique it’s easiest to work with another person with whom you have a troubled connection, perhaps a friend, colleague, spouse or relative for example. You might be rankled simply by being in the company of this person, or perhaps you feel intimidated by them. Alternatively you may be infatuated or jealous of them.Whatever your reasons, whether positive or negative, the objective is to choose somebody with whom you have a strong emotional resonance and an intense relationship. 3. Face it Picture the person you chose in your mind’s eye. Really try to conjure up their appearance, and then zone in on the feelings that evokes in you.You can do this next bit verbally, or you can return to tried and true journaling. Using third person pronouns (s/he, they), describe the traits and qualities that most irritate, fascinate, or attract you. Don’t overthink this, just feel it and then either say or write it – there’s no need to censor yourself, this is completely private and nobody is judging. 2. Talk to it Now, communicate with the person directly, as though they were in front of you. Use second person language this time (you).Again, you can speak or write, whichever you’re most comfortable with.Tell this person the things you need to say to them, how they make you feel. Ask questions such as:? - Do you know you make me feel this way? ? - Why do you behave that way towards me? ? - What do you want from me? ? - What do you want me to understand? Now imagine their answers to these questions, and either say them out loud, or write them in your journal. Have a ‘conversation’ if you feel you have more to say in response.Shadow Work Exercises Pin 1. Be it If you feel uncomfortable then that’s no surprise – the theory is that these traits are the very ones you’ve been repressing or denying in yourself.This step may feel awkward. Become the person you’ve been in dialogue with. Embody their persona.Take on the traits you identified and described earlier as your own; use first person language this time (I, me), and make ‘I am’ statements:I am angryI am hurtI am frightenedI am jealousI am vainIf you feel uncomfortable then that’s no surprise – the theory is that these traits are the very ones you’ve been repressing or denying in yourself. The final step in this process is to acknowledge that you possess these qualities inside of you, and to actively begin to notice them.Reject feelings of guilt or shame, that’s not the purpose of this exercise. Simply recognise that these traits exist in you, and accept them as part of you, with compassion. Try also to extend the same compassion to the person you were focusing on.Remember, your choices are half chance, and so are everybody else’s. The value in this technique is that you should be able to unify your unconscious shadow with your conscious self, thereby reaching a sense of harmony and peace. Write a letter, from yourself to yourself As the title suggests, whether it's written on paper with a pen into your book of mirrors or typed out in a document or email, write to yourself. You don't actually need to send it. The act of just writing the letter can help to analyse or uncover feelings from within the subconscious bringing them to the surface. Which can then be worked through. You could also write a letter to someone else to express your thoughts and help to discover your true feelings. Then destroying the letter afterwards. Personally, I have written letters to a passed relative and then to send it I put the letter into the fire of my chimney. Knowing my loved ones witnessed me writing the letter and aware of it's contents. Another way that I do the above exercise is each and every year on a specific day of the year, I write a letter to myself from myself. Within the first half I write about my impressions of the year that just past. About the hardships or good times had. Then within the second half I described my desires and thoughts for myself in the next year to come. About my dreams and goals that I hope to achieve. When completed I place the letter in a special small box that is stored and saved until the day comes again a year later when I open the box when I read my letter to myself and again respond in kind. Becoming an annual tradition to reflect and wish for myself, it's interesting to compare what I have hoped for and how things turn out afterall. All the letters are kept in the box and I can look through the letters on that one day of the year when I reflect on my growth and see my progressions and lessons in my life, etc. The day of the year to do this exercise annually could be any date, like your birthday or new years or any anniversary, etc. Meditation as assistance Helping to relax your inner self, meditation can assist to gain answers about behavior and inner feelings. It allows you to dig deeper for utmost healing and better understanding of your inner self. While meditating and exploring, it's important to feel the emotions which are discovered. You can not confront your shadow self without realizing and acknowledging it's there first. If you are scared of anything, then don’t turn your back. Instead, face it and own up to your emotions. Journaling about them will enable you to explore more about them and can lead to finding ways of healing. For example, when I was a young boy I was very affraid of spiders. With meditation, researching and journaling of my fears, I gained a new understanding of the eight legged creatures that for some reason terrified me. After further reflections through meditation I became less and less afraid of them. Now, I haven't been afraid of spiders since. I'm also not triggered by others mentioning them or taking about the topic allowing me to comfortably discuss it in detail when appropriate. This type of shadow work can be very useful to a tarot reader regarding any personal issues in order to remain objective during self readings and when doing readings for others. It's extremely important to remain objective during readings and not allowing your own thoughts or ego interfere with the messages received. Meditations can be solo, or guided. There are many guided meditation videos available online through YouTube that may be useful as a way to get started. 3, 6, 9 exercise Think of something which you would like to have brought into your life. What ever it may be: Be it perhaps a trait of yourself that you'd like to improve? or maybe to achieve a better position in your work? or gain better job? It really can be about absolutely anything whatsoever which you want to change about your life. Focus on whatever it is that you would like to change, and try to come up with a short sentence that describes the success of those changes. For example, for someone wanting to increase their success in finances, one's affirming sentence might be, "I'm grateful for the promotion received". In the morning tell yourself that sentence which you came up with that describes the success of the desired change, and repeat it three times. In the afternoon tell yourself that same sentence six times repetitively. And in the evening tell yourself that same sentence nine times repetitively. Each time that you say the affirmative, day it with intention and confidence. Repeat until desired changes have reached you. So not Shame the Shadow Your shadow self as a whole are made up of many different parts of yourself that have been hidden beneath the surface of consciousness. We may have pushed traits deep down inside or rejected aspects of ourselves, or viewed parts of us as noncompliant in society. Once you start to know and understand these traits of your shadow (of your innerself) it is extremely important in my view not to shame yourself for having shadows. Pushing away aspects of yourself will only cause your shadow self to grow and interfere with your life even more. One way to describe Shadow work is to bring your dark to the light. Experiencing these strong feelings and confronting past trauma is a very uncomfortable and sometimes hurtful experience and so, take your time give yourself patience and try to heal from old wounds. Embrace all aspects of yourself. As a human being it is normal to be different and unique in our own ways individually. Show your shadow self kindness and understanding and give yourself compassion, support and most importantly, love. Love yourself for who you are, inside and out. The confidence that can be gained from doing shadow work will aid all areas of life. Example if a shadow Many shadows are formed early in life by ourselves rejecting aspects of our own character. The reason these aspects of personality are rejected may go back to early childhood. When we're young, we depend on main caregivers for everything. As a result, we become very attached to them and their way of doing things. For example, if a caretaker disciplines a young child for being outspoken, there's a chance that as a young child, that person won't feel safe speaking their mind from that point on, even as they get older or even as an adult. That message becomes internalized, buried within the subconscious, and can therefore become an emotional activator for seemingly no reason. In the example, if one's shadows is around speaking their mind or truth, it might bother one to see other people doing so. Every time somebody is outspoken, it might bring up unexplainable feelings of anger and resentment since believing that speaking up is not a safe thing to be doing. One way that this type of shadow can be discovered is through writing down answers to related questions and exploring the memories, feelings, emotions, etc. that are brought to the surface while doing so. Have compassion for yourself Be gentle with yourself in doing shadow work. Especially as you are first getting started -- start off slow and don't feel like you need to dedicate too much time to it. Don't rush the process. After all, it can be very draining and an emotional process to do and can feel heavy to do.Make peace with what you discover about yourself, and be as positive as possible. Work at not retaining more negativity by your reactions as this will just increase your shadowwork to be done. Remember that the goal of shadow work is to know yourself better internally and create acceptance in whatever you find within yourself as you are reflecting. It is important to trust the personal journey that you are on and know that there may be some kind of spiritual purpose involved with lessons learned or past experiences. Through Shadow work activities and exercises negative past experiences can be addressed and worked through in a productive and healthy way. The process can definitely be challenging and does take time to work through. Using prompts to jump-start reflection can be a helpful tool to get started (as mentioned above). Using Shadow work to confront and heal my own shadow self has been an essential step for me as an intuitive reader. In knowing and understatement my true inner self well enough, I am able to maintain focus, remain objective and disallow my own ago or personal thoughts or past experiences to reflect on, interfere with or disrupt my ability to connect with my true intentions within spellwork, and deliver clear messages during intuitive, tealeaf, rune or tarot readings. Please feel free to submit a practice related question. If I am able to help you on your path in your own journey as a practitioner of magick, or as an intuitive reader, I definitely will. Be confident with yourself, and have compassion for your journey. Our Shadow Selves can be our best ally Dark unknown qualities of our shadow selves can be elusive and mysterious to us. It's referred to as "dark" or "shadow" because it is unseen. Not necessarily because it is somehow bad or evil as some tend to imagine. Discovery of the unknown from a glace can appear frightening or confusing at first. After all, fear is most often built on the bases of missunderstandings. But, not all of these unknown shadowy traits are disadvantages, from trauma nor wounds from our past. Even though parts of our shadow, not all of them come from a dark place. Positive qualities can also elude us. A couple of examples of this that come to mind are, Bravery and Courage. These are qualities that are often hidden within, unknowingly there until circumstances awaken it from within to act in the moment. Quite often when a person is declared a hero, they may say somethings like, "I'm not a hero, I'm just an average person who did the right thing.", Or "I didn't even know I had it in me!", Or "It was an impulsive reflex and I just reacted without thinking". These are examples of the shadow self reacting or taking control in a positive way. Other examples that comes to mind are, instincts, or intuition. We may not fully understand our instincts at times as human beings, aspects of our inner selves, or even human nature for that matter. But, when instincts kick in, these messages are usually understood -- loud and clear. You can't silence a mother's intuition about their crying baby's needs. These feelings come from deep within our subconscious, our inner selves, the unknown recesses of our mind, ...our shadow. Beginning to learn about, understand and know the unknown parts of ourselves allows to understand our soul and life path or soul contacts more clearly. Growing from doing shadow work Tarot reading requires objective-ness, intuition, and self confidence to be able to assist others effectively. This is why i strongly recommend Shadow work to those learning to give themselves self readings, as well as those hoping to offer readings to others. Shadow work can be a gateway to enlightenment and spiritual awakening. The value of these kinds of workings is that you are able to unify your unconscious self and mind with your conscious self and mind. This allows you to come closer to reaching a sense of peace and harmony within yourself. We are all human and possess aspects of human nature within us. It is important to acknowledge that these qualities and traits exist, and to remain confident when noticing them.Any feelings of guilt or shame should NOT be tolerated. Recognise that these traits do exist and accept them as a part of your whole being. This is a healthy part of doing shadow work, and should be approached with compassion, respect and self love. Individual growth upwards can not progress of you are putting ourselves down. The way to be confident is to understand and accept yourself for who you are internally and externally. If you are not yet confident during tarot readings, the value, potential and opportunity to help others can be missed. Trust your instincts and follow your intuition. Energy recognition The types of journaling exercises described in this blog are just one way to help with getting to know the "inner self'' well, and to acknowledge and accept what is found within our own shadows which is very much a part of our energy. There are so many ways to get to know our inner selves better, be it journaling, meditation, exploring ancestry or childhood history, or perhaps though counseling or therapy, - it's really about getting to know our whole selves better - inside and out. Nobody is perfect, and that's ok. We often repress attributes that don't quite fit into the conscious image we have of ourselves. For one lite example: some who may pride themselves on being highly organised may also find that sometimes they do not live up to that image of perfection for themselves. There’s nothing wrong with being very organized and there’s also nothing wrong with being a bit scattered at times either. To get to know your own energy, you must know and accept yourself fully, and be able to face and embrace all aspects of yourself. Recognizing our own energy is how we can begin to distinguish our own from the energy of others, leading to more in-depth readings. Turn negative to positive Within Shadow work, you may discover hidden traits about yourself which seem negative. Perhaps this manifests as a "pet peeve" of some kind, or an intolerable behavior which you just can't stand to see from others, or from yourself for that matter. Without realizing it, we often make assumptions about others, and also ourselves that are negative from our own point of view. For example, if you've always felt shy growing up, then speaking up in front of a crowd may feel like something you'd rather avoid later in life. You may view yourself a not being good at or able to do such a thing. The negative beliefs that you have about yourself can be challenged. It can be reversed. One way to do this is with affirmations. Something as simple as saying to yourself every day: "I am an excellent public speaker, and people want to hear what I have to say." Keep repeating it in your head or saying it out loud. Try speaking to yourself in a mirror, or writing your thoughts down in a journal. You'll find yourself feeling less anxious and more prepared over time the more you do it. Also, another good exercise is to try to pay close attention to the words that you use to describe the events that happen throughout your day. If you can catch yourself, swap out negative words and phrases for positive ones. For example, if you have done something incorrect, instead of saying something negative like, "Damn, i screwed that up!" Rather, try to say something in a more positive light, like, "That could have been done better!". If the situation happens at work, this will make you come across as more capable, or professionable. When talking to others, avoid starting or ending sentences with "I think" or "I'm not sure." Instead, use "I believe," which puts you in charge of the thought and conveys more confidence. Other phrases like "in my opinion" also make you sound less confident. Just get to the point and remove any unnecessary verbosity. Be yourself. It's always appropriate to own up to your mistakes, apologize for wrongs, or to try to make things right again. How you do that can make a huge difference in the impression that is made. Think positive! The less negative we look at and experience life with, the higher vibrations we can acheive towards enlightenment. How did this connect with giving tarot readings, you ask? Well, even negative messages to be delivered should be explained in a considerate and compassionate way. At no time do I suggest dulling down any messages from a tarot reading, and I certainly would not avoid saying messages that are received because they may be negative. As a tarot reader one can not foresee how messages will be perceived or be related to. And so, messages should be delivered appropriately and to the point avoiding extra wordiness that may confuse or influence the messages received. Explaining that sometimes going through something negative can lead to a positive outcome, can help to hear harsh messages from the cards. Build confidence When not feeling confident, or when feeling burnt out or low on energy, is not the best time to do divination, such as tarot readings. If this happens to you, i'd suggest to simplify - When feeling tired, sometimes the smallest ritualistic expressions can be the most moving. If still wanting to refer to tarot, instead of doing a full reading spread for yourself, try a three card spread, or a one card advice pull. It doesn't need to be elaborate or complicated when you don't have the energy. It's very important that you feel confident during tarot readings and that you trust your intuition. Here is a simple visualization exercise in which you can build on previously gained confidence. Close your eyes and calm your mind. Think back to a previous experience when you felt confident in what you weren't doing. When you may have had more energy and focus. Or maybe the last time you achieve which you desire. Remember that time and hold that image in your mind's eye. Think about what it is that you were doing? Who was with you there? What was the reaction that you got from others? How did you feel during? - feel that now. Or when it was over, did you feel proud of yourself? - feel that pride again. Focus on that positive energy and confidence from the past experience. Hold on to that feeling. Hold it and while you open your eyes, bring it back with you to the present. As you may have been able to tell by now, I very much support and appriciate journaling. Try writing down how you feel. Make note of your strengths and what you are proud of. Remind yourself that you've done it before, and can do it again! Know that each and every one of us are unique and all have different qualities. Now when you feel some confidence again, you can build on that confidence. It's so easy to feel less confident when wasting time on social media platforms watching others focus on the positives and rarely mention the negative. This really encourages comparing yourself to others and vise versa. Always keep in mind that most posts or videos you see on YouTube or Instagram, etc. don't actually reflect reality. Most only share the good, or possitive, or 'the shiny side of the coin'. Nobody's life is perfect. Confidence comes from believing in yourself, trusting your own abilities, and understanding where you are in your own path or in your own personal journey. Comparing yourself to other people who only sharing the "good" things in their lives can make it more difficult to recognize the reality that life os hard. But, we have our own personal achievements! Due to this, it would be my suggestion to avoid social media when you're feeling unsure of yourself or if feeling burnt out or overwhelmed, or when you're about to do something challenging. Instead, grab a journal and write about the things you've done that you're proud of. Or write comments and feedback to yourself, or redo the visualization exercise above. Keep and boost your confidence! There are also some studies that have shown that our appearance, and how we represent ourselves, can effect how we think of ourselves. What we do to improve our look, do our hair, or the clothes that we wear, etc. can increase feeling protected and secure in ourselves, as well as heighten other people's impressions. There may be "that outfit" perhaps a dress, or suit, pair of jeans, piece of jewelry, or a certain crystal in your pocket, etc. that make us feel amazing or powerful. Wear these things when you need a quick confidence boost or if having a dull day, in order to maintain your confidence levels. Do what feels right to you and be proud of yourself. Look back at your accomplishments and be proud of what you've done and who you are. I can guarantee you've taken steps on you path away from where you started, and moving you forward to where you are today - reflect on that journey and occasionally take a moment to celebrate yourself! Spend some time honouring yourself. Perhaps a self-love ritual bath would help. Witchcraft is a study. Even professors take sabbaticals!Cut yourself some slack. When you're ready, you'll immerse yourself once again. Be confident. Trust your instincts, and follow your intuition. Other forms of shadow work It should be said that the information on my website, in my blog or received during reading sessions do not substitute for medical or professional advice and is meant for personal self reflection. It's a guidance tool that works with intuition to help solve problems by looking at potential outcomes. Although I do highly recommend and share many journaling exercises that can be used to Shadow Work, writing activities is not the only way to get to know your inner self. In fact, it is just one of so many different ways to get to know your inner self better. Other examples of the different sources for shadow work that come to mind include (but, not limited to): Self Reflection Energy work Yoga / Tai Chi / Karate etc. Therapy Counseling Recreational activities Life Coaching Singing / Choir Meditation Dream work Dieting Exercising Learning a musical instrument Spending time within nature Ancestry research ... Etc. (Basically, anything that examines the "inner-self"). There are so many ways in which to explore your subconscious aside to journaling. Submit a question or comment Read the response blog entries

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

Stafford Tarot is hosting a special Spirit Talk Live Event Please join me while we discuss spirit communication together and during, everyone will learn to receive general messages from spirit for themselves. Hosted by Stafford Tarot. Registration Info Learn to do intuitive self tarot Online Workshop Sometimes, assistance may be helpful to get started and doing your own divination practice of self readings using tarot cards. Offering self tarot workshops that explain intuitiveness, objectiveness, and retrieving messages from cartomancy. This is a workshop for those who would appreciate a learning experience using the tarot divination technique called, "The Path". Always, trust your instincts and follow your intuition. Event Information: What: Self Tarot Workshop (Virtual) Discount price: $60 each participant (paid before April 21st, 2025) Regular price: $65 each participant (paid after April 22nd, 2025) Who: with Bryan Stafford, Intuitive Tarot Reader from www.staffordtarot.com Why: Tarot can be an excellent self analytical tool When: Friday May 16th, 2025 Starts at 8 PM EST (~90 min) INCLUDES a post-workshop reading session afterwards!!! (to be scheduled for each participant) See details below: Where: Zoom Video Conference (Online) Private Group Video Conference - Paid access only. How: Send payment to register. When you register to attend you will be sent a zoom join link that can be clicked on at the start time and date of the event. Please note: that this will be a live event (It will not be recorded) and so please be prepared that other participants as well as myself will be able to see you when your camera is on. And so, I just ask for consideration to your surroundings that may be visible within your camera's view range. Join me while we discuss the symbolisms of tarot together and during, everyone will learn to receive general messages from spirit for themselves. Each participant will be introduced to objective-ness, intuitive-ness, and have the opportunity to work directly with a rider-waite-Smith tarot deck. Feel free to bring your own personal tarot structured deck (no oracle decks please). The group will together run through an activity which can help to build on associations and a relationship with the cards. This activity can be kept and continued afterwards individually to work on the practice of doing self readings. Post workshop, each participant will be able to schedule a separate individual remote one on one tarot reading session with me, Bryan Stafford, to see the technique of reading learned during the workshop as example and to ask any follow up questions there may be. Questions or comments can be sent to bryantarotreading@gmail.com or connect with me at www.staffordtarot.com via a message or by filling out an online contact form. So excited!!!!! Very much looking forward to what I know will be a special evening!!! More Information: Registration info About The Host/Organizer About Bryan Stafford

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"What is the difference between a solitary practitioner and a secular practitioner? "Does tarot involve demons, or evil?" "Are you a good witch? Or, a bad witch? "Is there a way to stop feeling drained or feeling negativity from shadow people figures?" "What other areas of witchcraft have you explored?" "Can you describe other plants used for baneful workings?" "How did you start doing shadow work?" "Can a spell control someone else's free will?" "Does Wicca have to involve a Goddess and/or God?" "Can I substitute certain tools required for a spell?" "...Why didn't my spell work?" "How can crystals be used in witchcraft?" "Why are witches known for tarot readings?" "Can magick be used in every day cooking using ordinary ingredients?" "What is Wicca and what are the different types?" What is a Grey Witch? "Do you know a spell to help quit smoking?" "How do you null a blood pact with a demon?" "How are ritual baths different from regular baths?" "Do you know spells to make someone with trust issues trust you again?" "What is and not supposed to be discussed with other witches?" "What is the fae?" "How do you know what kind of witch you are?" "Can you fly like witches do in movies?" "Can you please share an example of a love spell?" "...invited to be a guest on The Witches of Eastview channel to talk about Poppets?" "About a freezer spell can I freeze someone for more than one person at a time?" "How do pendulums work?" "How can divination be improved upon?" "Do you believe in and work with spirits?" "Have you ever regretted casting a spell?" "Isn't magic only for fantasy of children?" "What does Yule mean to you?" "Why do you call spells "workings"? "Is witchcraft an under-represented subculture?" "Do you have any kind of spell/chant to make me gain motivation and energy in the craft again?" "Can you tell me how to create a love potion?" "Do you believe in life after death?" "Can you explain what shadow people are?" "What does Samhain mean to you?" "Can you give any book recommendations?" "What is Shadow Work in more detail?" "Is there anything that should not be done during a full moon?" "Can you change your appearance with just magick?" "Do you know a spell to change me to look like someone else?" "...only gay men are male witches..." "What is moon water, and what is it used for?" "Can you please share your alter setup?" "If your free would you like to join in and have a chat..." "Are you a feminine guy, since your a witch?" "Do you have in person witch friends?" "Do you or your family celebrate Hallowe'en?" "what type of witch can summon a 'kitsune' for me" "Will you allow lord Jesus Christ be save you from your demonic evil self?" "Are there different types of magick?" "Is there magick that can help with ecsema?" "Do you know a spell to remember your dreams after waking up?" "Is there a spell that will fix everything bad in my life?" "You mentioned burning sage to cleanse, isn't that a closed practice?" "Can you talk more about purchased items you use in your practice?" "Is witchcraft connected to the devil?" "I don't know where to actually begin, do you suggest a coven?" "Would you join me on a live for a my Buck Full Moon fire ritual?" "What do you find most difficult about being a witch?" "Can I redesign your website?" "Is magic even real?" "Do you have a familiar?" "Is baneful magick bad to use, in your opinion?" "Doesn't that make you an ugly old woman?" "What is 'green' witchcraft?" "Since my family are Christians, should I myself not be doing witchcraft?" "What other ways can you protect against magick?" "Can you please give suggestions to a beginner tarot reader?" "How would you protect against malicious magick?" "How would you banish someone from your life?" "Is your family also Pagan/Wiccan?" "How do you cast a protective circle?" "How do you cast a hex on someone?" "Can you actually fly on a broom?" 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About Sacred Meadow Circle The Sacred Meadow Circle tradition focuses on the individual development and exploration of one's self for each member. We believe that anyone and everyone as human beings are capable of intuition, expression and empowerment of themselves. We practice the rites of Humanist Wicca to attune ourselves with the natural rhythm of nature marked by the phases of the Moon and the seasonal quarters and cross quarters and acknowledge that one day concepts like synchronicity, manifestation, and consciousness will be further explained through science. There is no requirement to identify as Wiccan to participate. The status of development of initiation is merely for one's own reflection and tracking of their own progress for those who dedicate. Self dedications and self initiations are encouraged with guidance to help each along their own way in the craft. Coven membership and member positions or initiation status, etc. do not extend beyond the Sacred Meadow Circle. Even the status of "Priest(ess)" and "High Priest(ess)" in the S.M.C. tradition only references to the gained experience required to support gatherings or to facilitate and lead in ritual. Each are not considered elevated in membership to the coven in anyway, and are no more higher than, nor more powerful than any other member. Just as each and every member is no more higher than, nor more powerful than each other. We all have the same potential in the craft complimented by our own unique developments, skill sets and abilities. Respecting each other for each other's differences lay the foundation within this coven's workings and rituals together. Development of each individual member: Non-Members: (Theow) Sometimes those who have not committed to the coven may be invited to remain outside of the circle boundary during ritual gatherings. This may include potential members, spouses or family of members, or invited guests, etc. Occasionally, the Sacred Meadow Circle may invite special guests or speakers to attend remote gatherings online or at in person gatherings as outer-circle guests. Speakers are invited to discuss witchcraft related topics that are of interest to the coven members, and do not partake in ritual or tradition related activities, etc. Other invited guests are welcome provided that they are approved in advance by the participating group's members. This could include a spouse, youth (child of a coven member), or friend of a coven member, or a potential new member curious to learn more about the group before they join. Younger children are not acceptable invitees to Esbats. However, younger children are welcome to attend Sabbats under the supervision of their parent or guardian. Spouses and significant partners of the coven members may be invited to observe as out of circle guests (with advanced notification to the group involved). Please note that only coven members partake in ritual. Member at Large: (Coerl) Members of the Full Moon Sacred Meadow Circle are those who identify as witches comes to meetings regularly, take part in rituals and gatherings, etc. and have been familiar and comfortable with the group structure and dynamics. It is not required to dedicate to the tradition of the Sacred Meadow Circle in order to be a member. Nor does each member need to identify as Wiccan. The Sacred Meadow Circle supports anyone who considers themselves a witch and encourages self dedication and self initiation as individual rites and responsibilities of each Gesith under the guidance of a High Priest or High Priestess of S.M.C. It should be mentioned that members whom are also spouses should attend gatherings as individual witches and separate members of the coven. Each represents themselves in the craft and is respected as an individual that has separate trajectories and initiations in the tradition. At no time should any one unknown to the group be present at gatherings! This includes remote gatherings that take place online, (usually over Zoom) as well as in person gatherings. And so, it is expected that each invited to the gatherings will not disclose the location to others, and will not share the join link used to attend remote gatherings. Those who participating in the gatherings will be considerate to their surroundings that which may be visible within your camera's view range and to be sure that there are no "ease-droppers" within hearing range of the computer or device being used. Each member or guest should use their own camera and mic to attend. Cesith: If one joined the coven after doing the Rite of Dedication with another coven previously, or within another Wiccan tradition, no further dedication is necessary. If accepted by the coven, would be accepted as a Cesith (Basically a Gesith from another Wiccan denomination or separate tradition from the S.M.C. Gesith: A Gesith is able to act as an advisor to other members based on experience in the craft. One is only considered a Gesith if completed a dedication ritual and the initiation has begun within the tradition of the S.M.C. The preferred path to becoming a Gesith is: Theow -> Coerl -> Gesith Gesith Initiation process and development: No one can truly say that any one view of worshipping or acknowledging the deities is more correct than others. The Wiccan religions are a very personal thing and each Wiccan must discover what is exactly right for each. If it is right for you, it is right! "To consider whether Wicca is right for you, you first need to consider whether you are right for Wicca. Can you view deities as described? Can you relate to the closeness to all nature? Do you feel energetic influences of magick? " - From Raymond Buckland, Seax Wiccan Founder. The Challenge: Is this really what you want? Can you learn about this path? Can you really live this life? Are you really committed? Can you support others in their own path? If you answer, "Yes" to all of the above, then you may perform a personal self dedication ritual. To learn more about personal dedication to the Sacred Meadow Circle tradition, please visit the coven page or contact us! Reading recommendations at: https://www.askagreywitch.com/post/book-recommendations About Sacred Meadow Circle