Paganism and folklore
The Significance of Easter: An Exploration of Its Pagan Heritage
Easter has a rich and fascinating history that spans across cultures and civilizations, from the pagan goddess Ēostre to the Christian celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Unleashing the Power of Ostara: A Wiccan Celebration of Renewal
Join us as we explore the many ways to celebrate this pagan holiday. From honoring the associated deities, decorating your altar, to performing rituals, we will uncover the magic and wonder of Ostara.
Walking with the Moon: A Guide to the 8 Phases in Wicca
Moon phases hold great significance in Wicca because they are seen as a representation of the cyclical patterns of life, death, and rebirth.
Discovering the Magic in Your Everyday Life: A Guide to Living a More Joyful Life
The blog post is about adding a touch of magic to daily life to help feel more fulfilled and joyful. It suggests incorporating simple acts like connecting with nature, creating sacred everyday rituals, practicing mindfulness, surrounding oneself with positive energy, and creating one's own magic to bring a sense of enchantment into daily life. These small acts can help feel more grounded, in tune with surroundings, and bring more joy and fulfillment into life.
A Tale of Love and Sacrifice: The Origin of Valentine's Day
3 min read Introduction Valentine's Day is a day dedicated to love and affection. It's the perfect opportunity to tell your loved ones how much you care about them, but...
5 Imbolc Ritual Ideas to Inspire Your Tradition
This blog post is about the Wiccan festival of Imbolc, which marks the halfway point between the dark of winter and the rebirth of spring and is one of eight sabbats on Wiccan Wheel of the Year.
Trolls: Helpful neighbors or dreaded kidnapping, child-swapping monsters?
5 min read Introduction For centuries, tales of trolls have captured the imaginations of people in the deep, Scandinavian forests. These mythological creatures are depicted as everything from helpful neighbors...
The Future of Wicca is Bright: A blog article about how I see the growth of paganism or wicca in the future
6 min read Introduction I believe that the future of Wicca is bright. It has grown exponentially over the last four decades, and it will continue to grow as a...
Wicca: Your Guide to the Old Craft. A blog article regarding Wicca and its beliefs and practices.
4 min read Introduction Wicca was first formally organized in the 1940s and the 1950s when Gerald Gardner and others formed what would become today's Wiccan traditions. These days there...
5 Crystals To Improve Your Day
8 min read (2 min if you only read the summary bullet points in each section). Introduction Crystals, wonderful things that have been used for thousands of years to increase...
An old divination method - Year walk
In the old folk tradition there were different ways to do a vision quest. One way is to do a “year walk”. Read more here! But be aware, it can be dangerous.
7 Signs You're a Witch Hiding in Plain Sight
Do you ever feel like you view the world differently from others? Perhaps you possess a keen eye for details and can sense power, whether it be magical or ordinary. If so, have you ever wondered if this makes you a witch? And by witch, we don't mean the stereotypical image of a woman who lives in a gingerbread house and rides on a broomstick. We mean someone who simply has a unique perspective on the world around them.