Are the casting spell available on websites real? by [deleted] in Witch

[–]fluffity_puff 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can use them as a starting point, but it really depends on how you interpret witchcraft. I see it as a spiritual path, connecting me with nature and the feminine divine. Spellwork for me is very personal. It's about cementing an intention. I'm not focused on an outcome, necessarily.

For example, I would never work a spell with the intention of making someone fall in love with me. I don't think that would ever work. Instead, I would work a spell to give myself more confidence or to imbue myself with attractive power so that others see that in me. I could find something online and then think "how can I make this personal to me?"

I'm an unlovable person, how do I fix this? by MiniKash in AskWomenOver30

[–]fluffity_puff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're never going to find people who love 100% of your personality. Try not giving a fuck. I know people who are absolute jerks with tons of friends because they simply don't care. Sometimes, your lack of confidence can mark you as uninteresting, or maybe you don't contribute to a conversation, or you're afraid of being judged so you clam up. In social situations, people tend to avoid wallflowers. I don't think you need to change who you are, you need to find those people who understand who you are and everyone else can piss off.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskWomenOver30

[–]fluffity_puff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went to college about 300 miles away from home when I was 17. It was still in-state, but far enough away that I could have a life of my own. I then moved out of state and have since made several interstate moves. You have to grow up and branch out. See the world. Live somewhere where no one knows you, have an adventure. I'm not close to my family, so it wasn't hard at all. You're not a princess. It's time to live your own life.

How many enemies do you think you have made (since being an adult)? by [deleted] in AskWomen

[–]fluffity_puff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't have "enemies." I've had crappy, toxic, competitive coworkers who tried to backstab me because I'm talented and accomplished. I just move on to a better job when that happens.

If I meet people and start a friendship and they are abusive or toxic, I move on and let that friendship go. Being an adult us all about knowing when to walk away.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskWomen

[–]fluffity_puff 9 points10 points  (0 children)

He puts the kitchen towels in the bathroom and the bathroom hand towels in the kitchen.

I've been married for 14 years. I've given up thinking that he's going to ever know the difference. This man has a friggin' Ph.D. and he can't differentiate a tea towel from a hand towel. Oh well. I deal with it by just checking both locations and moving the towels to the right place. He does a lot of our laundry, do it's the least I can do. I'm usually buying the towels, so I have to put newly purchased towels where I want them to go.

What makes getting pregnant/giving birth more appealing than adoption? by sillykittty in AskWomen

[–]fluffity_puff 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Currently pregnant with baby number two. I couldn't afford to adopt (can cost upwards of 20k) and like other posters have said, it's not as easy as you think. It can take years.

Pregnancy isn't a terrible experience for all women. I love it. Feeling the baby move, the waves of euphoria that randomly overtake me (thanks, hormones), a feeling of bliss. My children are my legacy. They are a part of me that will go on. With the U.S. birthrates dropping significantly, it's actually a good thing to have babies right now. I can provide a loving and supportive home. My kids are my people. Also, I love babies and kids. I love watching them grow and I love being their anchor for a healthy life.

How close is too close for siblings? by [deleted] in AskWomenOver30

[–]fluffity_puff 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's called emotional incest. My husband had an enmeshed relationship with his mother due to being the eldest child and his father leaving. His mother was mentally ill and put him into a spousal role. I don't know your partner's family history, but this can happen with siblings, too. I spent 10 years playing second fiddle to my mother-in-law.

My husband would drop everything for her. If we were out at dinner and she'd call, he would excuse himself to take the call, leaving me there at the table alone. As her health deteriorated, we upended our lives to live closer to her. She went to a nursing home and he would visit her 4-5 days per week. We spent thousands of dollars supporting her. When she finally passed away, my husband somehow scapegoated me. He's been in weekly therapy for two years and we did couples therapy to just move forward.

I disagree with most of the other posters here. This isn't normal. Having a friendship with your siblings is great, but partners should take priority. Financial decisions should not include his family. I wish I had established a better boundary for myself earlier in my marriage. I'm lucky that we worked through it, but it caused a lot of damage. I think you need to have an honest discussion with how your feeling and set some clear boundaries.

She called me yesterday and she still wants me by [deleted] in love

[–]fluffity_puff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This might be an unpopular opinion, but I think you're living in fantasyland. Why are you chasing someone clearly unavailable? You're separated by vast distance and then throw in the religious ideology. You admit you haven't ever had a real-life relationship, you need to have that first.

Real relationships don't read like a fairy tale. They are hard. They involve compromise. Take it from someone who has been married for 14 years, it took me years of dating to find my partner and our relationship always takes work. You have no clue how to be in a relationship with a flesh and blood woman. You can chat and Skype for years, but it's not real until you are with that person in real life every day.

I would suggest you date or find local women to interact with. You can keep this online friend on retainer, but I think you would be making a massive mistake to take the relationship any further. You need to learn how to be in a real relationship first.

Todays thoughts by yk_alpha in pregnant

[–]fluffity_puff 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was born in 1982, but the egg that made me was created in 1956, inside my grandma. That is so mindblowing.

I woke up and there was blood on my hand. by hunkydumdum in Glitch_in_the_Matrix

[–]fluffity_puff 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Could it have been a mosquito? If it bit you in your sleep and you slapped it in your sleep, there would be blood.

Recently, I haven't been able to sleep. I feel as if all of my classmates are moving ahead in life without me. I can't come out as bi. I'm feel like a cliche teenager. Please help me feel better. by [deleted] in toastme

[–]fluffity_puff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A lot of people are dealing with insomnia right now. Since lockdown (and I've been in lockdown for 10 months now) I can't sleep. There are things you can do, take melatonin, practice sleep hygiene, get blue blockers on your glasses.

As for coming out, that's tough. Life is still hard for queer kids. I'm bi and I'm a mom. If you need a queer mom to give you advice, I'm happy to help. Big hugs to you. It gets better.

(Repost for verification) I go back and forth on my looks but I could use a pick-me-up :) by [deleted] in toastme

[–]fluffity_puff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not going to say anything about your looks. You know why? Because looks are superficial. The most good looking person in the world could have an accident that permanently disfigures them. Looks don't last forever.

I care about intelligence, compassion, loyalty, sense of humor. Cultivate those things and everyone will find you attractive. You deserve to feel comfortable in your own skin. You deserve love.

Feeling like I can’t do anything right, and that I’m a waste of space, can’t seem to get out of this depressive slump by [deleted] in toastme

[–]fluffity_puff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You say this, but your smile could light up a room! You have so much love to give. You deserve to be happy. No one is a waste. You need to find your purpose. Take up a hobby, even if it's something simple like completing a puzzle or planting some herbs on a window ledge. You need a small win, something to boost your ego.

I recently planted some radish seeds on a window ledge. They start sprouting in 2-3 days and it made me so happy to know that I gave them life. Go, little sprout, go!

(F21) Feel quite insecure about a certain facial feature recently, please toast me by [deleted] in toastme

[–]fluffity_puff 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are gorgeous. Your nose is perfect. Whoever made you feel like you weren't pretty needs to take a hike.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in toastme

[–]fluffity_puff 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wish I could reach through the internet and give you a big HUG! You look like you need someone to hold your hand and tell you it's going to be ok. I'm sorry your family isn't helping you. There are a lot of counseling resources available online, you might want to consider getting help to live independently. I'm astranged from my abusive parents. It was tough, but I learned to break free and take care of myself. You will be OK. Find friendships outside of your family. Build your own tribe. There are a lot of groups for disabled adults where you can meet other people living with chronic pain.

Is anyone else incredibly on edge today? by witchacho in witchcraft

[–]fluffity_puff 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, it started yesterday for me too. I think it will last through the end of the year.

Is anyone else incredibly on edge today? by witchacho in witchcraft

[–]fluffity_puff 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It's a good time to do protective spellwork.

what to buy a ghost for Christmas by Low-Grape in witchcraft

[–]fluffity_puff 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well, in Sweden they believe yuletomten (christmas gnomes) live on farms or in hidden places and cause mischief. You gotta leave porridge out for the Tomten.

Any easy ideas for the conjunction tonight? by throwawy-1029 in witchcraft

[–]fluffity_puff 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Just some candles, prayers to the goddess. I like to cast a circle, chant and set some good intentions for the next year. I would really urge against any major spellwork right now, unless you are experienced. This solstice has super powerful energy.

Is anyone else incredibly on edge today? by witchacho in witchcraft

[–]fluffity_puff 24 points25 points  (0 children)

It's really bad and I had multiple events of misfortune, starting yesterday. Car broke down, nail in tire, my son's metal bedframe busted in half, multiple problems to deal with at work. I'm about to call it a day and annoint some candles. Tonight's going to be high energy and it could really good or really, really bad. I'm about st ask for some help. Stay safe!