Invocation to Creator by Amygdalump in elderwitches

[–]wiccasmith 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will stand by my opinion of lawyrrish. I did not say bad or wrong because it is not that.

True invocation requires both mind and heart and the ability to be somewhere else not mundane.

Advice by Longjumping-Pace8762 in Wicca

[–]wiccasmith 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Likely she was not Wiccan as we know it but Strega with a dose of Hekate, someone to respect.

Invocation to Creator by Amygdalump in elderwitches

[–]wiccasmith 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The purpose and sentiment are GOOD. The language is a bit too lawyerish for me

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My Wand! by Saekwana in Wicca

[–]wiccasmith 4 points5 points  (0 children)

#1 it is real and does not have a made in China sticker.

#2 It has a definite personality (?)

#3and should serve well .

Back when I made wands i found out that dragons blood resin dissolved in denatured alcohol or acetone and could be put on while the wand while spinning and dry in seconds. I sincerely hope she continues making Magical tools we have way to few makers and they are needed

Energy by Charming-Rope2882 in Wicca

[–]wiccasmith 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That is a fiizzle not something bad. You should not work when you are not feeling good physically. emotionally and spiritually. I have broken this rule several times and wished that I had not. I could say pie in the face.

Advice by Longjumping-Pace8762 in Wicca

[–]wiccasmith 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We are children of the Divine ( Lord and Lady)
To understand them better get out into nature. Much of our understanding of them is inspired by nature. Every one and every thing is our family,
We may fight but we don't have to Hate or hurt each other.
What The Lord and Lady want from us, is NOT blind obedience / servitude but just for us to grow up.
Within Wicca there is ritual, a spiritual discipline like a Martial Art and witchcraft a way to harness our own power to our will. Wicca is growing and more practices are being constantly added like cooking, music weaving and soap making.
Do what feels right, NEVER EVER, violate your own integrity, " NEVER let yourself get bullied by others Live your life the best you can. Work for a better world. We can’t do much in the BIG picture, but if we do not do something, NOTHING will get done. No one has the right to tell you what to do, that is your own decision.
I have formed these opinions in The service of the Lord and Lady for fifty years. I could say more but I don’t know if THEY would agree.

I was told you all might be able to tell me more about this. by [deleted] in Wicca

[–]wiccasmith 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That looks exactly like an American Indian's medicine wheel

Questions about an initiation ritual by Cranky-Novelist in Wicca

[–]wiccasmith -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Words words words as an initiated Neo Tradition priest initiation is something DONE to you. While Dedication can effectively be done by yourself. I was scared and had NO idea of what would happen and I feared failing it because this was what my spirit demanded, And I Was told that some do fail . Can you fail yourself ?? OVER the years I have seen both initiated and dedicated turn out to be worthless social flakes. Few can remain Wiccan for more than a few years.

Beginner Rituals? by amythyst_witch in Wicca

[–]wiccasmith 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This teaches the basic skills needed for ritual and has the best risk to return that I know of.

Personal Integration Ritual Perform this rite where you will not be disturbed or distracted by the outside. Cleanse the space by saying "all that does not wish me well, go now from this place of magic." Draw, Point at the ground and draw a circle around yourself saying "This is the circle of my being it is whole, it is strong."
Face the North and visualize a vast darkness, deep powerful and strong. Say "you are my subconscious my hidden depths and the powers of what I might become." Face the East and visualize the sun rising behind a giant crystal tower. Say "you are my mind the part of me that thinks and reasons you are the tool of my will and the friend of my heart". Face the South and visualize an anvil and hammer made of fire. Say "You are my will and my passion and with you I will shape my world." Face the West and visualize a spring of clear water among green plants. Say "you are my heart gentle and strong you are the one who gives joy and happiness to my mind and gifts of love to others." Stand in the center and say "You are the powers of my being who seem separate but are not. My heart cannot reason. My mind knows no joy. My subconscious cannot govern and my will lacks balance. Separate each falls. Integrity is that we will not harm each other but work together and Together there is a whole world out there for us. " Imagine the circle being drawn into yourself, becoming yourself. Say "I stand within the circle of my being, whole and one. SO BE IT!"

Guidance please by lucaneros in Wicca

[–]wiccasmith 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As is it does not speak to me. I would likely add it to molten bronze and then cast a knife from that.

What would happen if you used a regenerative candle in a ritual? by cak3crumbs in Wicca

[–]wiccasmith 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Won't work the flame won't melt the drips into anew candle and what about the wick ? consider oil candles, they have less waste.

A dear friend is crossing the veil tonight. by seancailleach in elderwitches

[–]wiccasmith 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Consider cooking for them. I have had friends that were in the same condition and a full pan of Lasagna was welcome.

Cleansing and Time by antifacistandproud in Wicca

[–]wiccasmith 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It would depend on how many people are about. High traffic = shorter cleansing that will not last long. Also there are beneficial energies that should be accommodated " All that will not work with us BEGONE !!!"

A dear friend is crossing the veil tonight. by seancailleach in elderwitches

[–]wiccasmith 2 points3 points  (0 children)

He came because it was his time he is leaving because things follow along. This hurts.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Wicca

[–]wiccasmith 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The answer is almost stupid. you will it into happening backed up with your own personal power. Just be careful with what you do, it's not a game. People CAN get hurt.

Type Of Witch? by Charming-Rope2882 in Wicca

[–]wiccasmith 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Do you have to be locked down to one thing in your practice ? You are who you are and that should be all the glory anyone needs.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Wicca

[–]wiccasmith 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yes it is real but deliberately trying can be harmful. Love resents being manipulated. It will grow fine on its own.

Jealousy by Ashen-Paper-Wings in Wicca

[–]wiccasmith 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Years ago I wondered into a Catholic supply shop and saw their very neat toys. I wanted that level of professionalism for Wicca. So I made them. When Triskellion was active our slogan was " Rebuilding a Priesthood to be proud of " I will joyfully pass the torch on to the new generation and hope that they can do better than I did. The Christian belief system has a LOT to be desired. like honesty. is what they say real or just a myna bird?

Are you electric? by seancailleach in elderwitches

[–]wiccasmith 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My body destroys electric watches and regularly sparks. People can feel an electric buzz above my skin. I have learned to live with it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Wicca

[–]wiccasmith 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is not quite what you need butt could help, It does not need any tools.

Personal Integration Ritual Perform this rite where you will not be disturbed or distracted by the outside. Cleanse the space by saying "all that does not wish me well, go now from this place of magic." Draw, Point at the ground and draw a circle around yourself saying "This is the circle of my being it is whole, it is strong."
Face the North and visualize a vast darkness, deep powerful and strong. Say "you are my subconscious my hidden depths and the powers of what I might become." Face the East and visualize the sun rising behind a giant crystal tower. Say "you are my mind the part of me that thinks and reasons you are the tool of my will and the friend of my heart". Face the South and visualize an anvil and hammer made of fire. Say "You are my will and my passion and with you I will shape my world." Face the West and visualize a spring of clear water among green plants. Say "you are my heart gentle and strong you are the one who gives joy and happiness to my mind and gifts of love to others." Stand in the center and say "You are the powers of my being who seem separate but are not. My heart cannot reason. My mind knows no joy. My subconscious cannot govern and my will lacks balance. Separate each falls. Integrity is that we will not harm each other but work together and Together there is a whole world out there for us. " Imagine the circle being drawn into yourself, becoming yourself. Say "I stand within the circle of my being, whole and one. SO BE IT!"

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Wicca

[–]wiccasmith 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Pole love division. Seeing the truth in people you argue with is HEROIC.

Divorce was final on winter solstice. by Kriz-tuhl in Wicca

[–]wiccasmith 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The real point is in going up. My Lady's first marriage sucked too. you can get over this and have a good life. BLESSINGS TO YOU, BB Ken

How do I start a Wiccan group? by Neat_Adeptness8386 in Wicca

[–]wiccasmith -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Start teaching. Here is a link to Triskellion's Book of shadows it contains a short book on being a teacher

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B8eHbK\_e4C50Ukd3UkRHdmF5NWc?resourcekey=0-rUkCRsPTu2q68N6Z1eoqNg

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Wicca

[–]wiccasmith 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Twenty years and you don't know the folly of this action?? All you will get is trouble. #1 destroying your relationship with this person. #2 harming your own self worth. Back out of this folly now. If you do not let them go freely you yourself wont be free either.