Movies and modern depictions may insinuate that Witchcraft is the result of dark forces and evil intent. However, when you look at global history, you see a more well-rounded view. The Craft is our medicine for the Body and the Spirit.
To be fair, I am speaking into this as a white woman who was raised by Christian missionaries. I didn’t deconstruct until after Undergrad and when I did delve into Reiki and then Witch practices, I was still full of fear. I feared being evil, but I still felt called to study, learn, and cast. My connection to Nature brought me closer to Spirit. I have spent years now studying the history of witchcraft, herbal medicine, dietetics, divination, and so much more. And all my studying brings me back to a sense of peace and belonging. I feel whole when I am practicing my Craft.
So what is witchcraft? To me, it’s more than just a simple definition. The practice is connecting to Collective Consciousness for wisdom in shaping my life. It’s tuning my intuition to also be my guide in life. It’s medicine through the power of Nature and chemistry. What affects the physical also affects the spiritual. Being one with Nature and therefore the world brings you sustainable abundance. It’s reading tarot and drinking tea, but it’s also a way of life and a belief.
Why do I practice? In my past experiences with religion, I remember feeling crushed under the wait of organized religion. From how I was oppressed by the men involved, to believing I was going to burn for being pansexual, to never feeling like I truly fit in the community no matter how much I volunteered or attended service. The list goes on. At the very least, I knew I did not belong in the patriarchal Church. I certainly did not belong to a God that despised my existence. I belonged to Goddesses that celebrate my sensuality and freedom. I belong to the forest, herbs, and wild animals. I am free to desire what and who I please and I am not my own enemy, neither are the Gods I worship. I deserve good things. I deserve Love and I am Powerful. My life brings my joy, fulfillment, and peace. And what brings challenge also brings growth.
A quick summary is that Witchcraft brought me closer to myself. And I can’t wait to share more with all of you. I will write more on herbs and spells in upcoming posts. I hope to see you there. May the blessing of the Moon go with you today.
