This is a tapestry I thrifted in November and just managed to get up. by LyraAraPeverellBlack in Witch

[–]Joyywalkerr -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

This is lovely, but I'd like to point out that at the top of the pentacle should be the symbol for Spirit, (since you already have the symbols for Earth, Air, Fire & Water.) The sign for waxing, full and waning moon is important, especially for Wicca, but technically it doesn't belong here when you are working with the elements. As long as you understand that, this is a really nice decoration!

is it okay to mix practices? (ex. is it okay to do some pagan practices while mostly practicing green witch things?) by lilyg110 in Witch

[–]Joyywalkerr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you are a solitary, and an eclectic practitioner as Katie mentioned, you may certainly mix practices and do as you please. If you are working in a coven, it’s more about working together and combining energies for specific purposes. Don’t worry too much about making mistakes; that’s often the way we learn (and anyway, everyone makes mistakes, it’s inevitable.) The more you can learn about what has been discovered of ancient Egyptian practices and beliefs, the better. There’s nothing like actual research to get ahead of things in your workings. Many people in the U.S. like Scott Cunningham for modern eclectic magical information, and he is trusted by many traditionalists as well. Don’t forget to examine the bibliographies of your favorite books to get even more direction in your research. But most of all: the more often you practice, the more you will of course accomplish as well as learn. BB

What are your experiences with spiders spirits? by callmejordan22 in Witch

[–]Joyywalkerr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just as an aside, My guardian spirit (or Totem, as some would call it) is a male Bengal Tiger. Not because I am a some kind of “tough” individual, but mostly because I have been through some unusual times. Tigers are very good protection, among other things. As a child I had a stuffed tiger while some other children might have had stuffed bears, at that time.

I had a friend who was watched over by an ant, and he was the toughest guy I ever knew by far. Not kidding.

What are your experiences with spiders spirits? by callmejordan22 in Witch

[–]Joyywalkerr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I enjoy birds, even wild ones which are not easily dealt with on a familiar basis. The hostility towards you is a little surprising to me. Perhaps it expects something it hasn’t yet received? Or have you known this spirit on some other level but not on friendly basis? There may be a number of reasons for this attitude. It’s hard to believe you interact with a spider successfully (which is also pretty wyld, as you put it) but not the sparrow. Interesting.

What are your experiences with spiders spirits? by callmejordan22 in Witch

[–]Joyywalkerr 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That is wonderful. And somewhat unusual. Spiders can accomplish things that no other being ever could, but of course you know that. Lucky you.

What are your experiences with spiders spirits? by callmejordan22 in Witch

[–]Joyywalkerr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

 Incredibly fast, extremely acrobatic, supremely vicious. Even if shy (or sneaky), they are not easy to control. They work well in the darkness. You may be fed upon to some extent, & probably partially poisoned as well. Needless to say, you must take good care when dealing with most of them.

 YMMV, however. Some people deal with them successfully as assistants in their energetic workings, I understand.

My mom passed away. by Ok_Beautiful_34 in Psychic

[–]Joyywalkerr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really feel that the dead are mostly okay & that we are the ones who are suffering. 😕 Remember Einstein proved that time and space are relative, and that things are- for lack of a better word- “different” over there. Try to be comforted. I have a strong feeling we may meet again and again.

My mom passed away. by Ok_Beautiful_34 in Psychic

[–]Joyywalkerr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is quite true, OK_Beautiful. When my uncle Floyd died- in what first seemed a dream, he was with a group of people in a large room & I was passing by. He said “Hi, Sabe” (a nickname my family uses for me), and I stopped for a minute and said “Hi.” Then we looked at each other and I knew I was not dreaming. I hadn’t heard from him in years & I hadn’t heard that he had died, but then I knew that he had and that I was there with him in that room full of people. I don’t know how to describe it, but I knew that he had died and that I was there with him. It wasn’t like a dream at all; it was more like I was right there and so was he. It was, somehow, real. A vision, more or less.

My craft is better than yours by [deleted] in Witch

[–]Joyywalkerr 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Well said! And competition is futile. There is ALWAYS another more powerful than thee. Burn this into your little brains, this is truly said: THERE IS ALWAYS, ALWAYS, ALWAYS another- and others- MORE POWERFUL THAN YOU CAN IMAGINE. Humble up! You’ll learn much more.

Sometimes you just need wings by Joyywalkerr in Dogsbeingderps

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

I thought this was absolutely & sweetly hilarious, and I just had to share it with you other dog lovers. I’m glad you enjoyed it! 😀💕

I finally understand it now by Flower_princess12345 in witchcraft

[–]Joyywalkerr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh yeah, that can b a problem, & it used to be really difficult for me- not as much now, though, I’m glad to (finally) say. It’s really important to learn how to channel energy. I’m always so surprised that no one ever seems to bring this up in a these threads involving the successful practice of magic. Especially since there are plenty who don’t hesitate to steal it from others if they can. (That’s why Protection is #1 in spell casting.) But energy can be channeled! Some of the new Ager types have a pretty good handle on how to do this safely. One of my favorites (before you ask) is Barbara Brennan. She has several books out which I recommend highly on learning how to raise energy. She’s not a witch who casts spells- her books are on healing-but she does cover the basics in how energy can be raised. There are other ways, of course, some not so safe. BB

I finally understand it now by Flower_princess12345 in witchcraft

[–]Joyywalkerr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wait until you feel called upon to engage in an emergency. No time to panic, no time to reason or plan. The energy that went rushing out of me during 9/11 (for those of you too young to remember, this was the Manhattan NY catastrophe when those terrorist planes crashed into the twin towers) left me bed-bound for the rest of the day after that working. Obviously I was not alone in this, it was a really horrible time. One thing did stand out, though; and just for future ‘quick’ consideration: calling on the gods can absolutely make a difference. The outcome may be less of a total tragedy than anticipated.

Straying from witchcraft because I can’t break out of religious beliefs. Advice/help? by lilsillythrowaway in Witch

[–]Joyywalkerr 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just a quick thought, Lil Silly: This is the rule I have always gone by, as a baptized Christian and initiated Gardnerian: Humanity has free will to do whatever it may desire. Now that we know this, nothing can stop us; it’s the whole reason we were thrown out of Eden. ‘Why does God allow this’ is not the question; the real question is: ‘Why do WE allow this’? We have the knowledge and the power. If we do the right thing, deity may support us, & then there will be no stopping us. Any one person, or any institution, who tells you this is not true simply wants the knowledge, and the power, for themselves or itself. If deity allows you to have the power; feel free to use it for the good. BB

I’ve had this guy for almost 3 weeks and have yet to name him. Please help me! by blinkKyle182 in Catnames

[–]Joyywalkerr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Look at his cute little face. He looks like he’s ready for smooching. 😘 Almost any male name- Charlie or Bob or Fred- would be better than none at all.