My Witchcraft Practices, Magical Traditions I Follow + Some Occult Books!
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- Опубликовано: 16 сен 2024
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• TIMESTAMPS •
01:06 1. What kind of craft do you practice?
03:11 2. What paradigm, faith or philosophy informs your craft?
05:57 3. What culture(s) is your practice rooted in?
09:01 4. How long have you been practicing and how it it all start?
16:02 5. What books or resources did you start with? Would you recommend them today?
Coming in Part 2...
6. How has your practice and/or paradigm changed over the years, if at all?
7. What does your daily/regular practice look like? What do you do on a regular basis?
8. Are there aspects of your craft that you need to keep secret? In your opinion, is secrecy important in witchcraft?
9. What are some of your favourite tools, that you use regularly?
10. What books or resources would you recommend to newbie witches interested in your kind of craft?
• CHANNELS •
Polish Folk Witch
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Kelly Ann Maddox
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Aine Orga
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• BOOKS •
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Standing In The Light by Sharman Apt Russell
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Hedge Witch by Rae Beth
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Animal Speak by Ted Andrews
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How to Develop and Use Psychic Touch by Ted Andrews
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Craft of the Wild Witch by Poppy Palin
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Ooh the night before Yule. How truly magical. I celebrate that as modraniht (Mothers Night) and consider it the most holy night of the year in my spiritual practice 💜
Oh I love this, I will look more deeply into this very magical night! Thank you so much for sharing this titbit from your practice with me. 😊 Many blessings xox
Hi my Gorgeoue Witch 💜So nice to see you 🥰I was sick for awile and missed this but so happy i checked. I think you explained your practice very well! I don't know how i would really explain my practice as i came from a Christian backround as well. My Dad was a Preacher so i have dragged along some of my Christian ways with me as well. I am really into Folk Magic and i been living in the Appalachian's of West Virginia USA. There are many Churches and also many Folk practicioners in this area. I am from the North, New England USA and when i was a child my Grandmother on my Dad's side practiced Witchcraft. I remember her sprinkling things, herbs, tobacco etc. over her crops on her farm and chanting. She was part French, Swedish and Native American.She made home remedies for everything. I thought she was praying because my other Grandmother took me to Baptist Church all the time. My Dad used to say there was Witchcraft in his family but i never put two and two together until i got older and realized it was his Mom. Anyway, i find i am a Green Witch, Kitchen Witch and whatever else i feel in the moment.I also know when something is going to happen and sense danger. I do Biblomancy. I do a lot of candle magic and make a lot of herbal oils, balms, spices etc. from what i grow usually. If i can't find the seeds or plants i need sometimes i order on-line or get at the Health food store. Thanks for the really Great video 🥰🥰💜💜
Thank you for sharing more about your practice and where you started. It’s so interesting how you have people you went to on RUclips for guidance and I started my practice with the help of you and your videos. Your videos just feel so warm and inviting, and your energy welcomed me to learn.
I'm glad you enjoyed! It's still so wild to me when I hear that, what an honour! Thank you so much my love. It's a pleasure to hang out with you! xoxo
This is a fun tag and a great way to get to know you! I actually thought this was a new tag. It is certainly making a comeback.
It is! They're great questions. I find this happens with tags sometimes... they get a second (if not third!) life. 😊 Hope you're well Trish! Many blessings xox
Yesterday i was seeking documentaries on RUclips and i went down a very negative rabbit 🐇 hole. I was like, is this the world? Then i realized that witchcraft is therapeutic and amazing, especially altar tours. Thanks for keeping me safe owlvine
I just had a conversation with a coworker the other day about my practice and what I do and don't believe in. I too am "technically" a chaos witch. I believe in the Christian God, but not how Christianity has evolved or what it claims to be today. I believe in the many teachings of Jesus, not of the persecution "Christians" of today spread. I have a very spiritual relationship with my God, and I talk to him daily like I would a friend. I too, had my own conversation of sorts with God when it came to my practice of the craft. I asked him the same, that if its wrong to practice the craft, then speak that to my spirit.
There were a few times where I felt God prompting me to get rid of all my witchcraft books, crystals, divination tools, etc. And I did.
I believe it was a test of what and who will I put first in my life.
My God, or my craft?
I believe I passed each personal test and I havent felt the need to purge my belongings in many years.
I believe, my spirit has found Balance in that area, especially once i stopped trying to label myself, my belief system or my craft.
I also believe in "Mother Earth" and all the energies she embodies. As well as, Angel and Fae, Demons and Djinn (not portrayed as the blue guy in Aladdin, but more like the fire demons that helped build King Solomon's temple)
I believe in Animism as well reincarnation. I think that it is impractical to suggest that a person can learn everything needed in one lifetime to be able to move on to a higher existence such as heaven. I think that we live many lifetimes, each one presenting a different challenge or lesson. Only until we can surpass those challenges, can we then ascend to a higher enough level of enlightenment to be able to "move on" to wherever God has planned for us. I believe in different "worlds" and planes of existence as well.
It was just really nice to hear someone say something very similar to that which I believe as well 😊
Blessed Be my friend 🙏🔮✨
Oh my, I am late to the game! I haven't watched your videos due to the hectic schedule of paramedic school here in the US. I was taught as an Alexandrian Wiccan and since our coven gives and disbanded (some moved away for work andfamily) I now practice as a solitary Wiccan for over 14 years. I was raised Baptist but Christianity never spoke to me. As always, love your videos ❤
You're prayre to God sounded beautiful, that's where I was at when I left Christianity. I was in tears praying, saying to God I need to leave cuz this religion is hurting me, and I'm sorry if this is evil but I've gotta go explore this witchy stuff (is along the lines of what I said). I then heard a voice (not literal, just the intuition type of speaking), and it said "you will experience me in a different way". And now nearly 8 years later I am an occultist and Jesus and/or God has circled back around to walk with me again! Jesus/God is not just for the Christians, he likes that occult shizzle too, haha!
It brings so much peace when we can do this, approach our spirituality in a real, raw way, with honesty. How beautiful that your path has brought you to this place! Jesus and God are up into the magic more than many would like to admit!! 😄 xox
There’s a lot of evidence that he was an initiate in a mystery tradition, or a magician.
I’m still keeping up with this witchcraft tag. I’m so intrigued on how many don’t have their practice nailed down to just one tradition. It’s inspiring because my practice is a hot mess right now lol ❤
Since my move my practice is all over the place and sometimes almost non existent.
@@geminigreywolf6655 That’s how I am right now. It seems like I’m doing the bare minimum.
It's a good one! Haha I think more of us are hot messes than we care to admit! 😅 Especially when we're in a space where we're actively carving our own path. xox
I first started when I was watching RUclips just bits and pieces of Charmed and then I saw TheLadyGraveDancer's RUclips channel and I have never looked back.
I love to read a variety of books. And at the moment I am reading Sociology college text books I picked up in my street a bit of time. As I can only carry so much.
I have animal speak but haven't started reading it yet but I will get there.
And I got most of my books from Book Depository but have now closed there online store.
Thank you for sharing this video and I took my notes as I needed them wrote the questions in my journal and wrote the answers down as well of what I thought.
Stay safe and blessed be.
I love the LadyGraveDancer's channel so much!! Ooh, it sounds like you're getting into some interesting books. You will love Animal Speak. It's an easy one to just sort of dip in and out of. Try this website: booko.com.au/ It compares the prices of books from various platforms across the internet, including the price of shipping, so you can get the best deal! Sending lots of love xoxo
@@Owlvine thanks
I just found your channel and I feel like I found my kindred spirit! I'm just starting out finding out what I believe, what I'm into, etc. I haven't started DOING anything yet.
Hey Jennifer! It's so nice to meet you lovely. 😊 How exciting! Beginning a magical practice is such an enchanted and wonderous time. Enjoy your magical exlorations! xoxo
I resonate so much…. Not raised very Christian, more moderate and my parents let me have my opinion and my own thoughts about it, but have that same feeling and the mix of different cultures and spirituality, it’s hard to really say really one thing that speaks to me, I also pick what feels good and go with that (maybe a Leo thing right? 😂)
About ppl’s opinions, I found that difficult too but being older and wiser I don’t let it get to me that much anymore… so much more important to just stick to what we feel what is right in our hearts.
Started (studying) witchcraft for about 1-2 months more seriously because it came on my path around the same year as you I think, but I think I wasn’t ready, for tarot not either. But a year ago ppl here on RUclips inspired me to pick up tarot again, and have been focused on that, and now a month or 2 ago I saw a video on witchcraft, paganism and one video let to another and voilà. I haven’t all figured it out yet obviously… deities, which direction I am going but just follow my heart and see where it takes me. Your videos help me so much, so thank you 🙏 ❤
I am such a baby witch. Started out a Christian witch. Never in life would I think I’d say I don’t think I even see myself as a Christian anymore. I’m really just finding myself drawn to the universe as a whole and have a bit of a lean towards Celtic paganism a bit. Still learning and figuring it all out.
Plus most of my craft is hidden. My altar space is my arts and craft desk. A lot of my spells are simply sigils and written words or things I do in my every day.
It can be so uncomfortable to be in a mode of seeking. Generally, we much rather feel like we are on "solid ground" when it comes to (well, anything, but) our spirituality. But I can say from experience, that these times of wandering in the wilderness are so RICH and filled with incredible discoveries. Wishing you all the best on your journey, I have no doubt there are many wonderful treasures before you! xoxo
When you were describing your path I was like that’s meeee!!! I relate to everything you said here. It’s so hard for me to define what I do, so ultimately when people ask I just say I’m an eclectic witch/pagan. Same with the model of witchcraft and magic, I feel like my opinions on it are always shifting so I don’t really go with any specific one. It’s so hard to pin down. Magic is such a nuanced thing, I really love hearing about everyone’s different beliefs! I was raised Christian and became an atheist in my late teens. It wasn’t until I discovered online that witchcraft is an actual thing that I realized this was the path for me. 7 years in and I couldn’t be happier with my spirituality 🌸
Haha I love that, it's fun when people describe their paths and we find we do/believe similar things! Agreed, it is hard to pin down! And I think being open to a level of fluidity is really important for growth. Here's to another fabulous 7!! 💜 xox
Hello Owlvine. Was wondering if you’ve made part 2 yet? Loved the first! 😁
OMG, I need to edit the second part!! I've put it on my to-do list for this week. Also, this month's lunar intention: be more consistent on youtube! 🙏 xo
Hihihi, love that question 2 edit. Wish I could do this in real life every time I notice people staring at me with utter lack of comprehension because I've managed to produce a beautiful knot pattern with my thoughts 😅
i love how you pull all the threads of your thoughts together! The Craft is so vast and nuanced, it's impossible to box it in with labels. Love your vids. Also, Poppy Palin's book, one my all time faves, LOVED seeing it pop up here. It's so poetic. I dip in and out all the time, it lives by my bed. In many ways that book bypasses the practical and seems to use soul-speak instead. Thanks for another beautiful vid, OV. xx
This helped me so much thank you
This was an interesting idea, I haven't heard of this challenge until now... Thinking about doing it on my channel as well! Also, you have an interesting practice and I've subscribed to you now :)
It's so wonderful to meet you Trix! Ooh yes, please do, I'd love to hear your answers to these questions. 😊 Sending loads of love your way. 💖 xox
Loved this video! And glad to see you talk a bit about magical paradigms & pantheism. The first time I heard about some of those terms is by Kelly Ann Maddox. I would love to know if you know where I may read more about the paradigms you mentioned. It would be greatly appreciated! 🙂
Thanks so much Jamie! I first heard the concept from Kelly Ann too. I have a couple of chaos magick books, but they don't go into it deeply. Frater U.D. seems to be credited with outlining these concepts, he has a few books available. But the ideas around magical paradigms is something I seem to have picked up from here and there over the years...
I did find this Udemy course (which I think you might be able to access for free): www.udemy.com/course/magick-100-the-models-of-magick/
I'm not sure how good it is, but the guy seems to know what he's talking about from the introduction. So this may be a good resource.
There are also a lot of articles and the like you can find. Just search "models of magick".
Best wishes!! 😊 xox
@@Owlvine thanks so much for replying and giving the info. Love your channel! 😁
Love this! I've been wanting to start a RUclips channel for a long time, I haven't had the courage to put myself out there. Maybe I'll start with this tag! As always, I love your videos! I'm always excited when you post! Thanks for sharing 💚 One love
Oh please do! Doing tags like this is such a great way to get started. Firstly because they're pre-written prompts, but secondly because there's a bunch of others doing the tag too, and they can find your channel. 😊 Thank you so much my love, I really appreciate your support! Sending tons of love 💜 xoxo
When did I start? most likely as young as 5-6 learning folk traditions, cooking, gardening from aunts/uncles/grandparents/elders/mom on the farm and being allowed to watch and experience things on my own and to always ask questions..there were alot of why's/how come/ shown me 😄 there were also lots of geographical/historical/archeaological shows, books and museum trips. Some of my first books were Mists of Avalon when it came out, then I bought Hedge witch when it came out as well as purchasing Buckland's complete book of witchcraft. Then from there it has been a journey of learning and finding things I like... that are me😊(and I still haven't finished 😂) Thank you for sharing 😀
How wonderful to grow up on a farm! What better way to truly form a deep bond with nature and the life-death-life cycle, than that? And to have adults around that indulge your "whys". 😊 I loved The Mists of Avalon too! What an epic adventure. Haha, we will never be done..! Sending tons of love to you! 💜💜💜
I was raised Christian too. I realized it wasn’t working for me other either. When I found witchcraft I was so excited. It really spoke to me. I’ve really enjoyed your videos and have learned a lot. Many blessings
Thank you so much lovely! Yes, some of us seem to be destined for a different path... 🌿 Sending lots of love and blessings! xoxo
I love this, i would love to do this,
I love kelly shes amazing
I forgot, im jen, and im in the south of USA, i have been a solitaire practitioner for 8 years this July of 2024,
I'm sick as a dog with the flu so I'm just watching happily today. Blessed Be to thee my dear. Ostara Moon
Aww that sucks! Sending love, cuddles and chicken soup vibes! I hope you feel better asap. 💜 xox
@@Owlvine Thank you love. You're so sweet. I enjoy watching so that makes me all better. 🤩Love & hugs to you
Same here I shunned the Chaos witch title and low and behold that is my energy hehe
It's cool how we circle around, back to the truth of who we are! Much love Afrodyete. 💜💜💜
So lovely to see you with your fabulous hair & awesome altar ❤ I don’t name my path….it’s just witchcraft 😂 it’s just me doing my own thing. The only label I use is Witch….& recently Crone as I’ve reached that age now. I also believe spirits are around us everywhere, that the World IS energy, also that the energy of magic is available to everyone if they choose to tap into it.
I always use plant matter, actually grow my own magical herbs 🌿 including a baneful garden & work with the spirits of the plants…..but I wouldn’t call myself a Green Witch! Are all these labels a new thing ????
Really dislike new witches referring to themselves as baby witches, suggests helplessness 🤷🏻♀️
I remember new explorers being called seekers……lol I’m probably just being old 😂
Thank you Jane! 💜 I'm the same. I feel the only label I need is "witch". Other labels can be helpful when looking for resources and such, but most of it is just noise. It is sort of a newer thing. Gen z is *obsessed* with labels (though I feel it started with millennials) and whatever the kids are doing hits the mainstream eventually.
It's always fun to hear our similarities and differences! Ooh how cool that you have your own witchy garden, for both sides of the magical spectrum.
Haha also agreed: I actually hate the term "baby witch", but it's made its way into my bloody vocabulary! "Seeker" is a WAY better term!! xoxo
@@Owlvine I just snuck into being Gen X as I was born in 1965 🤣 so I’m definitely old
Relieved to hear I’m not alone though in not requiring all the labels….they seem so restrictive.
@@seekingvision Haha nice one!! I agree! It's so weird to me that since 2020 the zeitgeist has been all about restriction... in so many ways.
As far as I can see, label-free seems the healthier choice! 😘❤
Wow, I recently lost my nephew to suicide and literally every single video I’ve watched today has mentioned suicide in some form or another.
I'm so deeply sorry for your loss. I can only imagine the pain of losing someone you love like that. I hope today's series of happenings leads to something you need. Wishing you and your family healing, support and comfort. xoxo
@@Owlvine Thank you. I’ve always appreciated your work here. I resonate a lot with your journey and perspective. Witchcraft helps me in all ways with everything. It’s a healing practice for me and has never let me down. It’s helped me understand death, darkness, and that there’s a loving energy HERE that helps me through natural gifts. It’s a spirituality that I can touch and feel. I trust it. Just like you trusted God to guide you. That part of your talk was really beautiful.
Same, that was the first book i gotas well living wicca, by Scott Cunningham, that was not me I did not like the book, it is great but it just was not for me,