Any Witches Here ? Part 3

[speakout]

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.

MawkishTwaddle glad to hear that DP's op went well. May his recovery do so too.

Mawkish good news, continuing to send good vibes your way

Hills that's interesting I have a couple of chronic conditions too and yes it can be very draining but I have found that overall it does get easier. As I mentioned before a shiny or sparkling scarf helps me and I have a particular pin which I carry with me which I was given as a sort of talisman and it definitely helps to deflect.

MawkishTwaddle I hope your OH continues to improve fast.

Take care of yourself too.

It is very hard work being an empath.

I guard my environment. I don't socialise a great deal- apart from people I know are a positive to me.
I rarely attend parties or big events. A few hours in the city leaves me drained. I rarely use public transport.
I am lucky to work from home and I draw my energies from the woods and wildlife around me.
I have a rough piece of quartz picked up loose from, Ġgantija in Gozo near the goddess temple, I have it wire woven onto cord.
It gives me huge protection when I need it.

I have said before that it is interesting how things i did instinctively in the past were being given reasons that make it all make sense. In my young days I used to reach for the glitter hair spray when i was feeling like I needed something to face the world. Can't pull that look off (mumble mumble) years later but I did feel more protected from the world. At the time I just thought I felt like glitter that day but subconsciously I guess I knew something my conscious didn't know. Unfortunately I am in a public facing role with a no make up, no jewellery bias for uniform requirements so still figuring out what I can do during those times. But I am working on it. Considering stellina in hand knit socks and whether that would work during the winter months?

The crystals that I normally have on my person are rose quartz and amethyst, but quartz is the other one that I commonly use. So that is really interesting information "Speakout" thank you.

A friend died yesterday. I spent most of last night in tears, and this morning I am sad but feel less raw.

I am an empath that is drawn to people, and it's only now that I realise a lot of my previous anxiety was due to not having the knowledge I was an empath and therefore not being able to shield myself.

I'm still learning but somehow I have devloped the ability to help friends through really very difficult circumstances without it impacting on me as deeply as it previously would have. Learning to cleanse myself of the negative energy is certainly a major part of this.

I recently met someone on a night out (a woman a little older than i) and as the weeks pass I am finding out there are many parallels in our life. I feel knocked sideways this morning as I discover that the friend I lost yesterday and the new one are from the same place. It feel significant - and I have learned to accept when that feeling rises.

I'm about to go outside into a very damp autumnal garden and do some necessary chores. I think nature is caling me for some TLC.

Queenrollo I’mvery sorry for your loss

@queenrollo I am so sorry for your loss, I too am an empath who is deeply affected by the energy others give out when sometimes they are unaware it is palpable

I think this is why I struggle so with aforementioned colleague, she has no idea I think, of the dreadful energy she omits through spiteful thoughts she thinks are hidden but are visible (to me)

Please take some time for yourself today, whether it's meditation, a long walk or a good bath

And remember the poem :

Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.

Thank you both.

and that poem is always comforting. I have had my own experiences which lead me to believe that there is something beyond when we leave our physical form.

queenrollo

I am so sorry to hear of your sad news. Be kind to yourself.
Do whatever you need to that eases the pain.

queenrollo I’m very sorry for the loss of your friend. Losing someone you cared for is so hard on the heart. Be gentle with yourself. Do what you need to soothe and heal. I find a bath with Epsom salts is very relaxing. 💐💐

The thing I always do when I need pampering, is epsom salt bath with rose and geranium oil. Lots of candles, and a little measure of one of the nicer whiskies we have. That is exactly what I plan to do later when my youngest child is in bed.

I have had a wonderfully productive day in the garden, and spent some time with our regular visiting stray cat. He is now here daily to be fed and though he is never usually vocal he has purred a handful of times since he has been coming. Today was one of those days. I have two pet cats but feel that our visiting black tom cat is much more my familiar than they are - it's all very much on his terms. He actually arrived at the back door yesterday within minutes of me hearing the sad news.....like he knew I needed him here.

How fabulous your friendly familiar came to comfort you! Cats just seem to know things...

I have had some of my most amazing awake dreams whilst taking an Epsom salt bath.

I am thinking about you tonight queenrollo May your lovely friend find peace in the arms of the Mother.

So sorry to hear your news @QueenRollo

Thinking of you and your dear friend.

Sorry for your loss QueenRollo

Queenrollo
So sorry for your loss. Glad you've managed to find some solace in your garden, being close to nature and animals always helps I find. Sending love and healing energy your way 🕯

So sorry for your loss QueenRollo

Pleased to hear of the love you received from your familiar, and I’m totally with you on the comfort of rose and geranium- my go to too.

Glad to hear you’re planning some self care, like others so wisely say- whatever it takes for moments of comfort.

I have a mental image of a beautiful small purple and yellow ‘heartease’ (Pansy?- sorry, I’m not good with plants) I think it’s for you x

Sending you love

So sorry to hear that QueenRollo

queenrollo sorry to hear the news of your loss. ❤️

May your friend journey swiftly and easily to rest in the arms of the Great Mother until it is time for you to meet again. ❤️

Good morning everyone. I found this thread last night and have slowly been trying to read through it all. I've been drawn to things like acknowledging the changing seasons, crystals and meditation for some years now, and guess I identify as something pagan. But I don't know much, so the posts here are interesting and enlightening. I always feel a heightened interest at this time of year, for whatever reason.

I'm going to try and catch up on the other threads, but it will probably be slow going over the next few days!

Wishing you all well today.

GruciusMalfoy

Welcome, pull up a cushion by the fire, I'll make a brew.

Welcome Grucius

Hi Grucius and welcome 🙏😊

Thank you for the welcome! 😊

The sun is just rising I can watch it from my bedroom window. This is such a beautiful time of year.
Struggling a bit this week, my son has such a low mood, and I can't help but feel the same.
I need a walk in the woods this morning.

I will come back and do some candle work.

I hope everyone has a magical day.

A frosty morning- what a lovely surprise, first of the year here.
Everything is covered with a silvery dust- so beautiful.