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A spread to use during a new moon to help you start anew for that month and begin working on new things.
1. Where to start: this is the basic broad card stating simply what it is that you should aim to achieve. What is your new goal for this month? What should you focus on? A skill? Your job? Your relationships? etc
2. Why is it important: why is it important that you start or focus on this goal? Will it effect the outcome of other things? Will it help you avoid conflict or disaster? Is it a first step in a chain of things?
3. How should I begin: What should be your first step to achieve this goal?
4. What trials will I face: what hardships may come along with this goal? Will it be emotionally trying? Financial? Is it going outside of your comfort zone?
5. Any advice on this new goal: pretty simple. What advice does your deck have to offer to you during this new process.
Lunar Dance (Pokemon Inspired Spell)
A spell to banish negative energy from yourself after a bad day.
You will Need:
Open space (indoors or outdoors, whichever you’re more comfortable with)
Music that make you feel happy
If indoors: open window
(Optional) crystals for banishing negative energy
Time of Day: After dark
Preparation:
Make sure you have an open space to work with that you feel comfortable in. If you prefer to be alone then that is alright. Make sure there is nothing that you may accidentally kick or trip over. Cleanse the space if you choose with some incense. If you wish to have crystals around place them out of your way so you do not step on or hurt yourself on them. If needed take a bath or shower and drink some tea or water before performing this spell.
Steps:
Turn on your music from your music via whatever device you wish to use. I recommend using a short playlist since this may take longer than a song or two but it is your choice. You may play it out in the open or may play it through headphones, whichever you prefer.
Take in some deep breaths and visualize your energy about you, and how it is ‘masked’ by the dark haze of the day or whatever negativity that you wish to banish away.
Once you have visualized this to your like begin dancing, doesn’t matter how you do it. Whether you’re a good dancer or a bad dancer, just let it go and dance. While dancing imagine your energy flowing with you, how it trails you like ribbons tied to a ribbon dancer. How every turn and motion releases that black mist from your energy, clearing it to the color of how it usually appears to you. This mist imagine it raising into the air and up into the sky out of your life. If you are indoors, imagine it going out the open window and into the sky that way.
Dance, hum, sing, spin; do whatever you feel is right even after all the blackness is gone from you. Now imagine the energy of the moon (either above you or through the window) sending down more energy to you, how your energy is growing, glowing and glitters. Listen to your music and let it empower you and feel the energy of your crystals.
Dance until you feel tired or satisfied. With your music still playing drink some water and sit down and rest. Once you have caught your breath end the spell however you see fit. (I myself take a shower)
Note: please if you live with close neighbors don’t play your music too loud especially if it is late. If you are in an apartment building and there are people below do your best not to do this spell too late as to not disturb anyone trying to sleep or settle down. Be respectful of others.
Snow Moon - February 23-24, 2024
Boots and mittens on, witches - it's time for the Snow Moon!
Snow Moon
The Snow Moon is the name given to the full moon which occurs during the month of February. Despite what certain groundhogs will tell you, February is the month that sees the highest rates of snowfall across much of North America, according to the National Weather Service, and many alternative names for the moon and the month in which it falls reflect this.
As with many full moon names, we find the roots of the Snow Moon among the indigenous peoples of North America. In this particular case, a colonist explorer noted in 1760 that the Naudowessie (Dakota) people called this month Snow Moon specifically due to the tendency for snowstorms to come during that month. Some other indigenous names for this moon and month refer to commonly-sighted animals. Some examples include Eagle Moon (Cree), Bear Moon (Ojibwe), Groundhog Moon (Algonquin), and Goose Moon (Haida). Another notable example is Hungry Moon (Cherokee), denoting the scarcity of available food in deep winter.
The Snow Moon this year is what is known as a "micromoon" - basically the opposite of a supermoon. Where a supermoon brings our beloved satellite closer to Earth, at the perigree (or zenith) of its' elliptical orbit, a micromoon is at the apogee (or nadir), placing the moon at a point comparatively farther away. The moon will be at peak illumination at 7:30am EST on February 24th, meaning the moon may appear to be full on the 23rd and the 24th, depending on where you live.
What Does It Mean For Witches?
February is a month of change and transition. Though winter still holds on, many places may be showing early signs of spring. Little buds may be coming out on the trees, certain species of birds are beginning to migrate back, and hibernating animals start to wake up and reappear.
As we begin to turn toward the end of our long winter's rest, it's a good time to think about how we prepare for oncoming change and how we care for ourselves and our practices during times of stagnation.
With the moon in apogee, we might also contemplate the concept of distance as it relates to our practices, be it keeping long-distance bonds fresh, doing things remotely either alone or as part of a larger group, or feeling distant from your craft or your deities. And yes, such things are normal and cyclical. Our inspiration and motivation wax and wane just as the moon does. If it feels like you've been far away from your craft for too long, perhaps it's time to bring it back into your orbit.
What Witchy Things Can We Do?
Gather fresh snow or icicles for moon water, or make your own moon ice by leaving a bowl of water out overnight to freeze, if the temperature drops low enough.
If it snows in your area, you can wish upon a snowball. Grab a handful of powdery snow, whisper your wish to it, and throw the whole thing up in the air to release the wish into the universe
With winter scarcity in mind, practice creating a minimalist spell as an exercise. Create a workable spell with as few components, words, movements, or ritual elements as possible. This is more of a challenge if you're used to using material components or rituals in your spellwork. Many witches cast spells with focused thought or energy work alone.
Explore the concept of self care as magic. Use your routines to create moments of rest and harmony, make a point of being kind to your body and your mind, and cultivate a more positive relationship with yourself - it's the only one guaranteed to last a lifetime.
Connect with your local biome by looking for any early signs of spring in your area. Feed the returning birds and identify the plant and animal species you see around you as they appear one by one.
Happy Snow Moon, witches! 🌕❄️
SOURCES & FURTHER READING:
Bree’s Lunar Calendar Series
Bree’s Secular Celebrations Series
Snow Moon: Full Moon in February 2024, The Old Farmer's Almanac.
Snow Moon: The Extraordinary Full Moon of February 2024, The Peculiar Brunette.
Moon Info - Full Moon Dates for 2024
Calendar-12 - 2024 Moon Phases
Everyday Moon Magic: Spells & Rituals for Abundant Living, Dorothy Morrison, Llewellyn Publications, 2004.
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🌙 lunar witch starter pack 🌙
some resources to get you started with lunar witchcraft:
magickal moon
lunar magick
lunar phases
lunar phase associations
full moons in a year
lunar eclipse dates
the moon in zodiac signs
how to celebrate the new moon
how to celebrate the full moon
supermoon activities
wish bracelet spell
easy lunar rituals for closeted witches
new moon banishing ritual
full moon reflection jar spell
supermoon spell jar
moon potion
moon water
uses for moon water
black moon water
moon affirmations
new moon reflection tarot spread
diy lunar calendar
free moon card printables
lunar deities:
artemis
selene
cerridwen
hecate
thoth
the wiccan goddess
crystals:
moonstone
selenite
pearl
milky quartz
aquamarine
plants to grow/use in your craft:
cabbage
evening primrose
honeysuckle
iris
jasmine
juniper
lemon
lotus
mallow
moonwort
morning glory
mugwort
myrtle
sandalwood
sweetpea
violet
watercress
water lily
white rose
willow
things to start doing:
plan your spellwork around the lunar phases and their correspondences
look into your moon sign (free astrology chart generator here)
collect moon water on the full moon
talk to the moon at night. tell her your worries, your dreams, your hopes and desires. tell her what you ache for most deeply, your greatest regret and your biggest fears. dissect your heart in front of her, and feel it heal.
buy, print or make a lunar calendar
get the moon app
do a small ‘spring cleaning’ every new moon, whether that’s cleaning out your room, inbox, kitchen, phone or whole house
create a lunar altar
learn more about astrology, in particular which sign the moon is in and how that affects your life
try meditating outside, in moonlight
research dream magick
a good blog that posts about lunar witchcraft: @lunaesteria
and a lunar witchcraft playlist. or two.
I just bought a smashing pumpkins t shirt even tho I've never listened to them so now I'm listening to "Mellon collie and the infinite sadness" just in case some asshole asks me to name 5 songs (I'm just a girl)
Storytime cuz it's 5am, can't sleep, and I want to gossip bout a blog who's name I will not be revealing (probably):3
Gadies and lentlemen pls tell me I'm not crazy for thinking this. But I sometimes get this feeling that some of y'all wake up with a stick up your ahh or smth *wink wink*. Cuz y'all are SOURRR for absolutely no reasooon. Anyways STORYTIME:3
I messaged a blog a couple of months ago asking if they'd like to be mutuals because I actually like making friends and connecting with ppl on here.
(omg😨😨 wow shocker i know )
And yk I'm waiting...and waiting....and waiting... for a reply as one does. I get a notification from miss girl like a week later or sum like okay you might be busy that's not THAT crazy yk.
BUT I've sent you a whole paragraph of praise telling you I think you're the coolest most wonderfully beautiful person in the world and I would do anything to be mutuals with you because you're a literal goddess and you reply "sorry no!".
Girl...count your days🩷
So I'm confused, conflicted, you could even say my mind was shook, my flabber was gasted, and I was surely not expecting THIS kind of asshole behaviour. Like omg girl you're so nonchalant baddie you slayed ate and puked it all up ☺️.
idk what to do atp, do I say smth even though this girl doesn't deserve my time (I'm writing a whole novel abt her rn as you can see so my morals are in a garbage truck rn getting dumped somewhere far far away) do I just leave her on read?
And yk what my dumbass decides? to reply obviously and ask her in the nicest way possible these two words:"why not?"
And yk the cycle is always continuous and so I wait...and I wait....and I wait and miss girl does not reply.Again omg girl you're so nonchalant baddie.
I check my phone every. day. ready to have the most heated argument ever. You know damn well I was coming up with comebacks, was coming up with names to call her ykyk was watching "how to doxx someone" on youtube. (Jkjk..unless🤨) Anyways you get the jist?gist?idk how it's spelled.. I was prepared.
xoxo gossip girl😘
Then one day I open our messages and it says "you can no longer message this account" the fucking chicken blocked me ☺️. Anyways bye or should I say:
Warning: I might get an insane cringe lingering up my nose when I read this tomorrow and might delete this so enjoy it while it lasts pookies
The vibe I bring to the function:
Girlies what would y'all call me style??? I have a whole Pinterest board but idk what to call it... Here's the link:
Idk why it calls it "new wardrobe" when it's "dream wardrobe" but anyways tell me what y'all think and if you have any ideas I might just delete everything and make it again cuz I have a tendency to do that sometimes. Oh also before I forget follow me on Pinterest y'all I wanna see your own boards and pins and ideas
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In the aftermath of their victory over the Nether Brain, Astarion, now newly Ascended, and Sima’s love is tested by dark obsessions and a quest for independence. As they navigate perilous power struggles and inner demons, their bond teeters on the edge. Will it endure the encroaching darkness, or be consumed by it? Chapters on Tumblr: Prologue, 1 , 2 , 3 , Interlude, 4 , 5 , 6, 7, 8 , 9 , 10 Interlude 2 , 11 , 12 13 14 15 Entire Story Link on AO3 Spotify Playlist
Sima, a modern musician, is thrust into the magical world of Baldur’s Gate, captivating a certain vampire spawn: Astarion. Their passionate romance faces challenges of jealousy, societal prejudice, and personal traumas. Together, they navigate love, trust, and intimacy, standing as a team against the shadows of their pasts and the trials of a fantastical realm.
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I have launched a new blog!
And Now...for Something different
Hey there, magical misfits and word weavers!
Guess who's conjuring up something wickedly wonderful? That's right—this witch is stirring her cauldron and launching a brand-new blog! 🧹✨
If you've ever pondered the mysteries of the universe between sips of chamomile tea, or found yourself debating the merits of ancient rituals versus modern practices (while your candles burn down to stubs), then boy, do I have a treat for you! After the cut lovelies!
Over the years, I've danced with Hekate under the moonlight, delved into the Greek Magical Papyri, and even sprinkled in a dash of my mother's Indian folk wisdom for good measure. I've wrestled with the commodification of the Craft (looking at you, overpriced crystal sellers) and embraced the beautiful complexity where science and witchcraft intertwine like ivy and oak.
So what's brewing on the new blog?
Magical Musings: Where I'll spill the enchanted beans on everything from historical witchy wonders to my latest thoughts on decolonizing our practices. Prepare for deep dives—with a splash of cheeky commentary, of course.
Reverent Rituals: Step into my sacred space as I share personal rituals and spells that are potent yet accessible—no unicorn tears or dragon scales required.
Purpose & Practice: Let's get down to the nitty-gritty of building a meaningful Craft without selling your soul (or your savings) for fancy tools. It's all about intent, baby!
Shadows & Selfsame: Join me on a journey through shadow work and self-exploration. Because even witches need to face their inner goblins.
Chosen Circle: A curated collection of resources, community shout-outs, and maybe a cat meme or two. Connection is magic, after all.
I care deeply about this path we're walking—respecting its roots, challenging the fluff, and finding that sweet spot where tradition and personal growth meet. If you're ready to explore the Craft with a dash of humor and a whole lot of heart, come fly with me!
So grab your broomsticks and let's embark on this enchanted adventure together. Trust me, it's going to be spellbinding. 🔮 https://www.tumblr.com/teaandbroomstickscafe