A lot of people, when they think of Shamanism, hold an image in their mind of someone who is spiritually advanced and who holds ceremonies involving hallucinogenics. Now, I have to say that this is a common perception and it is also true…to a point. But there is a lot more to Shamanism than getting […]
The Veils are Thin
A lot of people already know about the thinning of the Veils at this time of year. This is a time when it becomes quite easy to commune with those on the other side. I know as well that some folks scoff at that, chucking it all up to superstitions. However, it has been my […]
Are You a Water Witch?
When I was growing up I had a mother and a grandmother who were both Air witches and who spent a lot of time training me in this area of magic. For that I will always be grateful. I also had another grandmother whom I never had the opportunity to meet because she died before […]
Great Expectations
I have often shared stories and wisdoms regarding how important it is to have healthy boundaries in relationships. I have also shared stories and wisdoms regarding the differences between obligations and responsibilities. There is nothing that I have written in any of those blogs that I do not still hold as true. Sometimes, however, one […]
Witchy Tools: Censer
One of the things that is highly important for many witches and shamans is the use of sacred smoke. This can be smoke from sage, cedar, sandalwood, pine, sweet grass, and any number of incenses. Smoke represents the element of Air, and that is the element that not only prepares one for the encounter with […]