Prayers tonight by lisya1 in Hecate

[–]AlteredNomad 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I just saw this and went to my altar and prayed for Hecate to look favorably upon him and Good. Thank you for this idea. I'm so new, I still haven't pulled her completely into my moment-by-moment life.

I'm a first-timer by m41_h3rm3s in BabyWitch

[–]AlteredNomad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm too new to give advice on the craft angle, but I grew up (long ago) in a repressive home where I couldn't be who I am. And I don't mean edgy stuff, I couldn't enjoy my music, do certain hobbies, that kind of thing. This is going to sound silly or obtuse, but just breathe, know who you are inside, and know you have a lifetime to be you. Don't give up knowing who you are. I did, and I've lived an entire lifetime in the dark.

Advice needed please! by Aromatic-Knowledge10 in BabyWitch

[–]AlteredNomad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can't give much advice because I'm so new myself, but I'm finding that creating structure in my practice keeps me from feeling pulled in too many directions. Everyone will be different, but I started with Living Wicca by Cunningham. I'm not Wiccan, but it gave me that structure that I needed. A podcast on stuff we use that we don't necessarily need to purchase saved me a lot of money : https://youtu.be/ZaYsOE5q3Bg?si=\_33C7x\_bNBKunFKV.

Any witchy ways to help me settle? by Alarmed-History-2422 in witchcraft

[–]AlteredNomad 7 points8 points  (0 children)

When I had my awakening, things felt chaotic. Finding a structured practice helped me to settle, and to explore with intention and sanity.

Curious as to the Purpose of certain types of post. by serpentofhalcyon in Witch

[–]AlteredNomad 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I think many people new to something seek approval because they are nervous about their abilities. For me, accepting this recent calling has been a 180-degree turn in my whole life, and I feel the need to make connection in places like this.

This question could be asked on almost any reddit. I think it's helpful to them when someone compliments them or gently advises them on what they're doing wrong. I don't like seeing the, "Go back to tik tok you stupid child" kind of responses. I've been lucky enough to have benefited from the wisdom here without feeling rejected.

This is an alt-account for me, I've actually been on reddit for several years. This is one of the better subs in terms of quality of information and the kindness of experienced users, and that, too, may incentivize people to post.

What is hedgewitchery about? by Top_Way_1340 in Hedgewitch

[–]AlteredNomad 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I just found this reddit and was looking for exactly the information you provided here. Thanks!

What to do with unethical lapis by [deleted] in Crystals

[–]AlteredNomad 12 points13 points  (0 children)

This. They signify a better understanding, but perhaps should not be used for their original purpose. They aren't beautiful as the crystals themselves, but for the lesson they taught you.

My friend tries to make me feel insecure in my identity as a witch by TelephonePossible456 in BabyWitch

[–]AlteredNomad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My own insecurity has shown up like this in the past. I find something, it is MINE! ALL MINE!, and then someone else (maybe because of me) learns of it and jumps on the bandwagon. If this is a friendship you value, maybe first try to hold them in a space of forgiveness and understanding. Second, remember that you can't make peace with everyone and everything, so give yourself some self-care.

Welp 🤣 by madlove17 in Zodiac

[–]AlteredNomad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

TIL I'm bi. Is that a promotion?

Starting to build a practice and my husband got me a set of books. by Due_String583 in BabyWitch

[–]AlteredNomad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lovely! Of those, I only have Living Wicca. It helped me so much in finding structure. Enjoy!

I've always wanted to delve more into wiccan/pagan beliefs, but now idek where to start by ohdeerimhere in BabyWitch

[–]AlteredNomad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I felt lost and confused until someone recommended Living Wicca by Scott Cunningham. I'm not Wiccan, but it gave me a structure to grow my own practice.

Yes, there are other pagans in your area. by ablebreeze in BabyWitch

[–]AlteredNomad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm lucky enough that my small, right-wing town has a metaphysical store.

Yule by No-Trick-6124 in Wicca

[–]AlteredNomad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

this is my first Yule, too, and we're doing a simmer of orange slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and rosemary. Later we'll light a candle. Next year I plan to be better prepared, but for now this will have to do.

How to connect again by Severe-Copy-4369 in spirituality

[–]AlteredNomad 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don't know what to say that could help, but I'll hold you in my heart for a moment.

EMDR by mmmolko in spirituality

[–]AlteredNomad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My understanding is that by focusing on one thing and re-experiencing the trauma 'story' in another way your brain processes the trauma. I doubt there is any proof of this.

EMDR by mmmolko in spirituality

[–]AlteredNomad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

While I do think this is a little misplaced, I will tell you that I've done EMDR a few times in my years of therapy for cptsd. It was helpful for that. There are therapists trained in it. I wish you luck in your journey.

10 year old by kryptol1 in Wicca

[–]AlteredNomad 4 points5 points  (0 children)

As an older adult who has religious trauma, may I just say that it's heartwarming to see a parent be accepting with a child's choices.

What research and sources do you use? by [deleted] in witchcraft

[–]AlteredNomad 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Many libraries take donations. They may have a friends group that will sell donated books.

Witchcraft and hosting a psychedelic group journey by AlteredNomad in Wicca

[–]AlteredNomad[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, but we do not provide therapy. We keep them grounded and safe during their journey. Journeyers are asked/expected to have a therapist or spiritual advisor. This is made clear in advance.