i apologize for how long this is!!!

i'm basically ending a 4 year on and off relationship. i love him a lot and we want the best for each other, but we're holding each other back and both deserve more. we don't live together and pretty much nothing of ours is intertwined right now (he might have a few of my things at my place but i told him to throw it out if he found it). we have talked about ending many times and have even gone a week or 2 but we always come back. it's at the point where i wasn't even crying when we would break up. probably because it never felt fully real because it never was.

last night, there wasn't anything big that happened but i was just like ya i can't do this anymore and we've tried to just be friends, or taper contact, or whatever, but there clearly needs to be a hard line because this is not working. when i decided to do a cord-cutting ritual and what it entailed, i just started bawling my eyes out because of course it's hard to realize that yes, this person will really be gone from your life. one of the last time i tried to break off contact, i did it pretty quickly and i ended up breaking it after a week because i wanted to make sure he was still okay and that he didn't think i had any negative feelings towards him.

so i told him last night i wanted to do a cord cutting ritual but i needed to make sure that he agreed it was the best thing for us to do (he agreed) and that he would be okay. he did think we would both be better off so that was pretty much the okay i needed (i know i don't need anyone's permission for my only happiness but we are so enmeshed i know that could make me go back). when i told him i was going to have to block him, that he should delete photos of me, that we can't be checking on each other and i basically have to accept that i may never see him again, he started getting super emotional, begging me not to, etc. eventually he agreed its for the best, but he wanted to go for one last dinner. we went for dinner, there was lots of crying, and then i blocked him when i got into my apartment, deleted insta photos, our call logs, etc. he has obv bought me stuff over the years so for sure there are lots of things that remind me of him, but I've gotten rid of all the obvious ones.

there are two things though: he bought me an expensive necklace that i wear every day. it's my nicest piece of jewellery and part of my daily stack now, but should i get rid of this? i want to keep it because i genuinely like it and it's great quality, but is this holding onto his energy? the same goes for some of his sweaters i have. we already did the returning each other's belongings thing, but these sweaters are almost mine now and some of them are pretty expensive/super comfy. i want to keep them just because i like them and if i got rid of them, i would just want to buy similar ones to replace them. thoughts on keeping these?

so... i am leaving for a girls trip tomorrow to a warm country that i have been looking forward to SO much. i am debating whether to do the cord cutting tonight. on one level, it does feel right and this relationship has been soooooooo drawn out, it just needs to end. at the same time, i do have a lot going on just with getting ready for the trip/i want to have as much fun as possible, so could this just be an emotionally draining experience that should be postponed? the flip side of that is that i could end up having more fun on the trip, feeling free and more open to new possibilities. and lastly, another reason not to do it is that i haven't FULLY mourned him yet (although there have been some ways I've moved on since the break up has spanned like 2 years already). i know after cutting i should not be thinking about him/fully ready to move on so should i maybe wait until some of this dust has settled?

i apologize for how long this is!!! but any guidance or advice would be greatly appreciated :)

Hi folks,

Let me just start off by saying that I am very new to witchcraft and really spirituality in general, so I am coming at this from a novice perspective. I have always had an affinity for witchcraft symbolism, stories and imagery, and I find sorcery such an interesting subject.

The other night I was visited by *something* a deity. I was hugged by a warm, dark embrace and was spoken to in another voice; a gentle, mothering voice and I cried out so much pain. I am not sure how I came to this conclusion, but I understood that presence to be Nyx, the primordial personification of Night.

Now, every time I think about Nyx I start crying. The moon and night sky are so beautiful they bring me to tears and I feel so *different*. Like I am being guided. Some of my chronic back and neck pain has even been alleviated.

When I am stressed I feel a strange resolve inside me now, and I am feeling more confident than ever.

Does anyone have any experience with this sort of thing? I feel as if I was chosen, and I must say it feels very special. I have always had an affinity for the night, for darkness and the beauty of dark colours.

I'd like to hear your opinions on this. It's been a very positive experience, and one I hope to stay in connection with. Where should I go from here?

Much love, xx

Hi! I’m looking for a tattoo artist in LA preferably female with some witchy background. Theres certain tattoos I want that I feel only certain people will truly understand. I’m very weary about energies and tattoos are very intimate. If anyone knows any artist in LA or where I can look that would be appreciated!!

Went out to follow through with some intention-setting from first quarter. Luna-Mama just be starin’ me down. Like, she was up to some thick magick. Anyone else felt that funnel-like feeling? It was potent. Probably from that eclipse at the new moon.

I recently lost my servitors vessel, and while i don't technique need it, since I designed him so he doesn't NEED it (to interact with him, though I do need it to banish him). And its massively useful for me with visualization and when giving offerings.
I need to transfer him to a new vessel, but i'm not sure how.
Can anyone tell me how one could do this?

A card I did a while back part of a set that probably won’t continue since I’ve started a new deck (starting with the high priestess).

I’m a Capricorn, with a cancer rising. I’ve been feeling emotionally stuck and would really love to cleanse my energy tonight, especially because it’s a pink moon. I regularly do meditation and I’ve been setting my crystals out almost every full moon. I would love some new techniques I could try. I should mention I’m still pretty new to these things so any advice is greatly appreciated!

I've been alive 21 years and have never TRULY believed in anything. Even when I went to church I never BELIEVED in god because I would ask questions and all I would receive was "because god said so" Since I was never given actual answers I didn't believe, but NOW I'm doing what I BELIEVE is the best way to contact my ancestors...AND THEY'VE ANSWERED 2X (btw I'm not complaining, I'm super happy they've answered).

I guess my question is can I trust what I'm doing is right? Are they really answering? Or am I just delusional? How do I believe?

I was just wondering if it’s necessary to make sure everything is organic that I cook with?

Hello!!

so something thats been really making me confused. ive been looking up "signs a god is calling to you." (this is the website btw. https://backyardbanshee.com/witchcraft/signs-aphrodite-is-calling-you/) and when i was reading it alot of it was accurate. ever sense i moved out of my moms ive been doing alot of selfcare stuff such as skincare. fileing my nails more ect. and when i was little i was OBSESSED with the ocean and mermaids. which is where this post comes in.

how do i know if a god/goddess is trying to work with me? because im not that experienced with witchcraft. like i dont have alters. crystals. nothing. i have tarot cards and belive in the gods and goddesses and thats about it. so its hard to belive (to me.) that she'd wanna work with me. but i have been running into alot of stuff with her in it. and ive been thinking about aphrodite alot too. or is someone else trying to call me and i just dont know it.

id really appreciate any and all feedback!!

Hello everyone! I don't know if this is the right kind of post, but I would like to get some advise.

So I am constantly getting negative energy from an ex-boyfriend (we broke up amicably - or so I though- 6 years ago, haven't seen him much since, only once.) I haven't talked to him in years, but I know that he is holding grudges and his energy is heavy! (Once we broke up, I learned that he has been bad-mouthing me to everyone, even after all those years).

I've seen him only one time (approximately 2 years after we broke up), we didn't talked but I felt like I was absorbing his negative energy towards me that I almost fainted! While I was still there with him in the same space, I started praying to the Universe, and visualising that his bad energy cannot harm me and I felt good again. However, after that incident, me and my grandma did some folklore magic (we are Greek with Turkish decent, so all the spells and prayers derive from our culture). My grandma said at the time that his energy is very strong and I need to protect myself constantly!

I feel that this energy is blocking me to achieve my potential and potentially could be the source of certain difficulties i've faced over the years. (maybe I am wrong, but you can never be too careful!)

Is there anything I can do further to make all that go away? I don't want to harm him either.

(Please keep in mind, that during our relationship, we loved each other, and I didn't do anything to hurt him to my knowledge. I've also apologized to him for any harm I may have caused him, to which he assured me that our relationship was nothing but filled with love, and that I have nothing to worry about)

Any advise is welcome and thank you so so much to each and every one of you. Much love xx

So I’m a broom closet witch and am kinda early on in my practice. My parents are SUPER religious so I cannot read tarot, but I do have a deck of playing cards I’ve been bonding with!! So my question is what is the best resource for learning cartomancy?

New time witch (started after Christmas), always was scared of it growing up Cristian. Yep the Christian God, I know. Fell out of love with God due to how history of the church treated people and how the ones in charge in the church seems to hurt to this day. Did some religious studies, realize I was Boo Boo the Fool. Man make a choice and will use God voice as a weapon to justify what they do. But the teaching are clear. Witchery, is not inherently evil at all and neither are most religions for that matter.

So. I started blas- to buy crystals and do little rituals for creative outlets and for relaxing time by myself. I also just love rocks, minerals, and crystals in general. I like taking time aside just to create, breath, meditation on what is next, ect. And vulture culture is just sick as fuck.

Having fun. Feeling happy!..... Seeing results?????

I start praying to God and the Archangel Gabriel, I was very depressed and alone and I just gave myself to them. And by fucking Big J all mighty, I got an answer.

Get back on my feet and feel amazing now. Did my first ritual grounding circle under the full moon with staff, wand, spell bottles, flowers, herbs and feathers to represent Gabriel. The whole shabang with a bag of chips. I called on them with that prayer that starts The Lord is my Shepard(Psalm 23). It was fun and I feel like, I got approval but ....idk I feel bad? Personally. Like I'm not worthy.

I guess that answers it that you can but is that like odd I guess? I feel like I'm not a "real witch" or I'm betraying those before me but I feel that at long as I am in the path of God my magic will be pure. I do not want to cause darkness or ill intent, this way I feel safe and secure in what I do. I am terrified in telling people this as well, I do not know the culture and I do not want to offend but I wish to be a part of it. All of it I see looks so beautiful, you all look so kind. Is this ok in your opinion? Does it matter at all and I'm just overthinking it? Sorry if dog shit to read. I am on mobile, thank you for taking the time to get to the end. I hope your day is awesome and restful.

There will be a full moon and meteor showers tonight, so it feels like a good time to do some magic :)
Are any of you doing anything witchy tonight?

Hey! So, I've been doing rune divination for about 3 years now, and I am super accurate, super confident in my abilities. I connect a lot with Odin, and I connect a lot with Loki (I can feel that connection physically when either of them are watching me).

I'm looking to get into some other stuff, specifically aura/soul reading.

I'm looking for resources/books/etc on the matter, I don't wanna just grab something from Barnes and noble bc idk how trustworthy that stuff is.

Any info on the matter would be appreciated!

I’ve practiced spirituality, specifically West African Spirituality for four years now and I’ve been trying to understand what kind of witch I am. I know, however, I may not be an herbal witch because every time I touch or use any kind of herb, I become intoxicated. I recently cooked with Star Anise without knowing it causes neurological issues (like a high) and I’ve been feeling so uncomfortable for days now. I had to trace my steps back to what I had changed in my diet because I don’t ingest anything that intoxicates; not even alcohol.

The possibility of me being a sea witch is high because I tend to lean towards water more than any other element. I’m an Aquarius Sun with a Cancer moon so maybe that’s why. Quiet by nature, gentle, down to earth, diplomatic, and I thoroughly enjoy doing anything at my own time and being by myself.

Does anyone have any suggestions on how I can identify what witch I am and if the herbs I use are rejecting me?

What are some full moon rituals everyone does? I’ve always been interested and drawn to the metaphysical/witchcraft but have never really known where to start. I do know I’m interested in sound healing. So, if someone could maybe give me some ideas on where to start and possibly some basic spells or rituals I could do. TIA

I ended my regular period and started again 5 days later literally AS THE ECLIPSE WAS HAPPENING. And it hasn’t gone away….

My periods are so regular and they’re literally like clockwork.

Anyone else????

I was hoping to get a little guidance on banishing a problematic coworker. I basically hate going in to work at a job I used to love. She’s not terrible at her job but just very bad at working with others. I came across a simple freezing spell which involves writing her name on paper, burning a black candle to bind my intention to the paper, placing it in a baggie with water and freezing it. I want to meditate on getting her a better job somewhere else, maybe making more money. I read another post that mentioned a push and pull spell which sounded appropriate as well but it was not specific. I also have a nice herb garden and access to sage and thyme, as well as a few crystals (amethyst, rose quartz, and charoite). My question is how can I make sure nothing bad happens to her as a result of this spell? Could I use the charoite in the ritual to help her move towards a new opportunity? Any advice would be appreciated. Thank you!

Us witches look out for our own only 🌒🌕🌘

hey so, I am a beginner (3 months) and i wanted to invoke/evoke/conjure Astaroth and i was reading (consorting with the spirits by Jason miller) , i wanted to conjure Astaroth which he had also worked with and said he had experience with, and in his book i found out about the book, (Complete Book of Magic And Witchcraft by Kathryn Paulsen), the book he used to contact Astaroth, where she the author, had pulled out the evocation/invocation/conjure of Astaroth from Grimorium Verum.

fast forward to my practice today,

(i have been doing the spirits feast exercise, done it a few times in the past few months, hoping that it will boost the conjuration)

I opened the circle, called on the quarters, followed all the rules, and then did the conjuration, i read the conjuration 7 times, and nothing happened, didnt feel anything or heard anything, so i read it 8th time and still nothing, so i did the departure or dismissal prayer or spell, and closed the circle.

well i was really looking forward to having any experience with Astaroth, but nothing happened, please can anyone help me with what i did wrong or point me in the right direction? have you ever worked with Astaroth? how was it and how did you conjure her.

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excuse the messy writing.

Mine way a specially intentioned Yule garland. I’d only been ‘out of the broom closet’ for a few months, and I wanted to break into actually practicing witchcraft gently (before that I was just doing deity work/worship and learning as much as possible about everything). These days, garland magic isn’t a HUGE part of my practice, but it is something I do enjoy (and get a little sentimental about) :)

A homemade solid perfume.

Solid Perfume Basic Recipe

Beeswax Essential oils Packaging, usually small tins

Melt your wax on the stove top in a jar within a pan of boiling water.

Once melted add your essential oils and mix.

Let boil a while longer and prepare your tins.

Pour the wax into your tins and let cool.

This particular perfume photographed was crafted with the intention of protection.

A small nature shrine I put together in the back lot of the place where I work. I hide my weed in it. 🍃😋

Þis Hexennacht, let us remember and honor All Þose Witches Who Were Martyred For Þe Craft! I have channeled a name for þis most powerful group: Þe Ka'iriron! May Þey be honored for Aeons to come! If you feel þe call, on þe night of April 30þ, honor and bless þese Great Spiritual Elders in whatever ways you feel lead!

Agios O Sempiterna Ka'iriron!

Hello! I’m essentially wondering what the title says. I just purchased some and was thinking about using it in a spell to open up communication with a specific person, and I was wondering about the ethics behind that. Also, since I have the oil now, I was curious about other ways I could use it.

My suggestion and personal taste. The gold metal colors are so good for the Altar and Ritual work. All my dishes got broke by candles and fire ( Energy ) last one explode extremely!! Uff.. beautiful dishes found yesterday on flea market.