Any Witches Here ? Part 2

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Or Wiccans. or Pagans? Or anyone who is interested in a magical path or feels some magical stirrings.

A place for support, learning, swapping ideas and magical inspiration

All welcome.

This might be a bit off topic but you seem like the right bunch to ask, my best friend is getting married soon (in Liverpool) and would like a handfasting ceremony, can you advise on the best way to go about this?

The venue they've chosen is a hotel with beautiful grounds

Just warming my toes hoping for replenishment.

I think I said before that I'm experiencing a bit of a void following my recent clearing work. I knew it was big stuff- clearing long established patterns having a negative impact on me.

It worked and I have space, but removing the patterns has removed people I'm used to having around. It's what's needed, I know (and exactly what I asked for) but it's still hard sometimes isn't it. The best results don't always feel comfortable right away because of what you're used to. I think as human beings we err towards the familiar even if it's not healthy/comfortable..

I've learnt that a big part of any working is seeing through the results! Sounds obvious I know but for me it's an important learning point again.

It's reminded me of a spell I did years ago. It was Lammas and I focused on 'reaping the harvest' of seeds previously sown in a relationship. Oh how I was infatuated with him! The energy between us was electric.

Rather than the abundance I hoped for, the very same day we had a huge row and split up! This was in fact exactly the right outcome- the seeds I'd sown were investing in an unhealthy dynamic... I was shocked and unaccepting of the outcome and re-engaged in many more years of drama...a lot of heartache could have been saved by accepting the very clear results of my work! I don't regret it as I've learnt many valuable life lessons along the way.

So this time I'm going with it...I'll get there!

On the plus side, the space is allowing my intuition to flourish. I had a very powerful session with a new (therapy) client today- managed to cut right through the noise and pinpoint some key issues pretty quickly, she had some strong 'lightbulb' moments and things fell into place for her. I felt the shift. She thanked me and went away lighter. I love it when that happens.

Sorry to be all about me! Thanks for listening

(Just going to hang around by the hearth with some and and ride these changes out )

Hi everyone, unsure If this is the right place to post but I'm looking for some insight from you lovely people!

When I was a young child I used to freak my parents out a lot by describing in great detail items they had bought me as Xmas and birthday presents having no previous knowledge of it - example when I was 7 I told my dad I really wanted him to give me the blue bike with the purple streamers he had hidden at his work for me before Christmas, when questioned I told them the "old man told me about it but told me to keep it secret" I then described him in great detail physically as my great grandfather that I'd never met as he died when my mother was younger. Never had and still don't to this day have any photos of him. He was terrible at keeping secrets apparently. In the same year my mother was looking through a photo album with me and I pointed to a car she was standing next to as a child in the photo and told her "that's papa T's car!" It was indeed my G.Grandfathers car, again when questioned I told her he told me he was his.

Over the years I've had increasingly weird feelings when I visit certain sites, recently I was walking past a graveyard and out of nowhere all I wanted to do was cry? I've no idea why! I haven't to my knowledge spoken about/to my G.Grandfather since around the age of 10. I'm 23 now but I still can't shake these weird feelings I get now and again.

My parents house has always had a really weird energy that manifested into something horrible, when my mother was pregnant with my younger sister she was punched in the back and knocked off the bed. Things would smash randomly and there was always this horrible feeling of being watched. It got to the point my mother called in a friend of her who dabbles in various crafts who performed some protection wards and tried to cast out what ever was in the house causing us harm. She did say she had this feeling that the "thing" was no longer of human origin but felt that an older male spirt had been trying to ward this thing off for a long time - I like to think it was my G.Grandfather

Now to my actual question - this lovely lady has since passed on and ever since the activity in the house has kicked off again. Nothing physically harmful to us - yet. Can I cast anything like she did to try and get rid of it? Do I have the capability to do it? I'm sorry if I sound silly or uneducated but I've never really looked too much into Witches etc so I don't even know where to start?

Could my previous childhood "ability" to talk to my G.Grandfather help me in any way? Like I said I haven't experienced anything since I was younger. I wish I had stuck with it now because I fear anything slightly mystical about me has faded as I didn't hone in on it :(

Sorry for my huge rambling post I just need some advice on where to start 😬

@ zapho
I think as human beings we err towards the familiar even if it's not healthy/comfortable..

Yes, I certainly have done/still do. Much of the chaos in my life is trying to help heal the toxicity in the lives of people close to me. But it takes such a personal toil.

I am so sorry you are feeling a sense of loss but I'mglad you found the strengthto take this action.

Thank you @Elphame that is very useful. I don't think it would have occurred to me that it was something which can be actually drunk, so that is something to research and think about.

So many interesting posts here from such a wide range of interests I've no time to join in as much as I'd like to, hopefully things will change. Moongazing Hares can be found in the most unlikely places, I got a brace in Aldi last year. Will take a pic as soon as I've got a minute and upload it, by that time we'll likely be on thread 5 I'd love one of the Daisy ones by Harriet Glen.

@BillywigSting the Pagan Federation used to have a list of people who perform ceremonies, try there.

@Horrordoeurvres whilst I'd never want to put anyone off, cleansing of the sort of thing you've described is really for more experienced people who know what they are dealing with. I'd never encourage a novice to have a go.

You could brush up on self-protection though, there was a fair bit about it on the first thread and there's some in this one too. Start with that and see how you feel.

@Zaphod you've done well to clear out a load of "stuff" but have left a void, try filling it with something warm and nourishing.

Thank you very much @BlankTimes, we're both pagan and she had asked me to do it but I don't know if I'm really qualified for something so big and I wouldn't know where to begin

@BillywigSting I’m sure your friend would love you to do it. It would mean far more than a stranger. There are some good books which will do most of the work for you on Amazon. I’d link you to the one I use but I’m on the iPad and can’t work out how.

My father is in surgery this morning so any good thoughts would be welcome. I’m staying with him for a few days. Should have brought my laptop really!!

Sending protective and healing thoughts your Dad's way Elphame, and love to you too

@Elphame if you can you tell me the name of the books I'll look them up, I'd be incredibly honoured to do it for them I just didn't think I could.

Sending lots of positive healing vibes to you and your dad today too. I'll light a pink candle for you both

Thank you @BlankTimes that's what I was thinking, I'll have a look at both threads and see if I can come up with anything, I'll look out for a professional I can possibly contact about the house in the mean time. I live in a small village in Scotland so I don't really know anyone personally that could help at the moment!

Positive thoughts and vibes for your dad @Elphame

Hi ladies, mind if I join you?

This wonderful thread (and the previous one) has finally prompted me to sign up after being a long time lurker. I've been following a Buddhist path for many years now, but my witchy side has been there ever since I was a small child.

I've always been interested in esoterica and the paranormal, I love woodlands, make my own herbal remedies, meditate daily, and keep lots of bonsai trees and plants in the house. I also have a strong sense that there is a mystical side to life just bubbling under the surface.

I feel like I can follow a Buddhist path and embrace my witchy side at the same time. Do you think that is possible?

All good things being sent your way @Elphame

Hi PeonyBlooms, grab a cushion, there's room for all. Yes you can be Buddhist and follow your own Path. I like Taoist philosophy very much.

Sending good thoughts to your dad Elphame.

This thread is so interesting. Zaphod interesting about how magic doesn’t always manifest how you think you’re asking it to!

Recently I seem to be seeing feathers wherever I go. Makes me smile to see them so I like to think it’s some kind of positive sign :)

Nice to see lots of new people joining the thread :)

Thinking of you and your dad elphame.
My son has got he GCSE results and has passed them all he’s so relieved 😅.

Thatsnotevenaword, my cat keeps bringing feathers home for me

Yes, good thoughts from me too Elphame

@Ittakestwo...feathers seem to be a magical /spiritual sign for me. I find them in the most bizarre places. Usually when I have some mental anguish /problem to solve (which is a regular occurrence)

@thatsnotevenaword... Ah, just noticed your post about feathers. You too then? I saw a lot this morning, always makes me smile.

Thinking of your dad and you today @Elphame

I've caught up now, and how lovely it is to have found a little corner of MN that is "less noisy" IYKWIM.

I've identified as a pagan for over 20 years but haven't always been with sympathetic partners.

Lately, I've been using up an awful lot of energy trying to protect my DP. His EXW is truly one of the darkest people I've ever met, a narc/sociopath type who abused him for years. It's a loooong story but she won't give him any peace at all, and he is a gentle soul who needs shielding. Maybe I need to teach him how to do it!

Hope everyone else is doing well.

Lovely to have our moot growing by the day, and to hear everyone's thoughts and experiences. I love how eclectic it is- it brings such depth. Much of which is discussed here I have no experience of at all, but I'm learning so much from all of you

blueangel1 Yes I know what you mean, it's a lovely, peaceful and supportive place here isn't it. I really like how non judgemental and accepting it is. Sorry to hear what you're going through re your DP's ex. Hope you've got some essential self care in place for you too.

Great news for your son ittakestwo 😅

ThatsNot isn't it! Yes, I've learnt that I always get what I ask for but how I get it is often a surprise! I've had some big lessons in trusting the process!

Insomnia
Much of the chaos in my life is trying to help heal the toxicity in the lives of people close to me. But it takes such a personal toil.
Yep. Looks familiar. I've done a lot of work in moving away from this. I think it may well be a 'feminine default' for many women (particularly those who feel a great deal of empathy?) Its been a long road but I'm very clear now that I'm not here to absorb or engage in other people's drama. It doesn't change it and the cycle goes on... I found the attached quote quite powerful in understanding this. I'm good at helping people change things in a professional capacity, within clear boundaries, when they're asking for help. My personal life is different now. And yes, the recent work I've done has been about clearing the last of it. Your words are very astute

Hello Peony! Your path sounds beautiful and peaceful, it's lovely to hear about it.

Hello to others joining us, it's lovely to meet you, and I look forward to learning and sharing together

Any news on your Dad Elphame? I set up a mini altar on my bed earlier, lit a candle & sent healing thoughts. Bring him to warm his toes around our -now gigantic- Aga

I found I couldn't put the candle out for a while afterwards. It was quite determined! At the same time, a soaring red kite appeared from nowhere & flew up past my window It must have been in a garden somewhere. I'm assuming there's some strength & determination around right now!

Maybe a coincidence but I also saw a kite today, flying high in the street at the back of our house in the rain. I mentioned it to my boy as it was a strange sight.