Wiccan & Pagan

Have you ever sat by the phone wondering why a certain someone hasn't returned your phone calls or simply called to talk. While at one time or another, we may have all felt this way, there is...

The first thing that all new witches want to do is start casting spells. Yes, it is exciting and new. Oh, and let’s not forget that those girls on Charmed could do all sorts of neat...

Meeting people who share your interests and beliefs is not always easy. It can be especially difficult when your belief system may seem a lot different than the majority. Pagans continue to...

Cleansing is an important part of working with crystals and other precious stones. To cleanse the stones takes away past influences and other energies the stones may have picked up along the way....

Casting a healing spell is a great way to balance the body and set it back on track, but you need to do more then casting a healing spell to feel better. When casting a healing spell, you need to...

Poppets have been used for centuries as tools of magical intent and most often for healing purposes. When people hear of poppets they oftentimes associate them with voodoo dolls. In recent years,...

The silvery light of the moon has enchanted and bewildered people since the beginning of time. In many ancient cultures, moon deities were worshipped in elaborate rituals. The lunar cycles also...

The use of herbs to remedy sleeplessness and aid with pleasant dreams is centuries old. One of the simplest ways to use herbs in this fashion is to make a herbal dream pillow. The scent of the...

Herbal pendulums are a great way to add your own touch to the kind of pendulm you use. The concept of using a piece of string with a heavy object tied to the opposite end as a tool of divination...

A coven is basically a group of Wiccan practitioners who have decided to be together and to follow a set of rules and codes when it comes to practicing their craft. Since there are so many...

Working with pendulums is one of the most popular forms of divination. The pendulum is one of the easiest tools you can use. For thousands of years this tool has been used for dowsing purposes,...

Hermetic magic is one aspect of Hermeticism. Hermeticism is a set of philosophical and religious beliefs based on the writings of Hermes Trismegistus. It combines natural and alchemical lore with...

Is there anything you have ever wanted or needed that the Universe is slow to provide? Do you desire to find a better job, locate the soul mate that you are destined to be with or do you need your...

In many nature-based religions, there is a belief that different types of magic can be performed during the different phases of the moon. Some spiritual traditions believe that the moon is a vital...

For thousands of years, the burning of incense has been used in spiritual and religious practices. Early man discovered that burning aromatic plants had a pleasant smell, and if people liked it,...

Everyone has a certain amount of intuitiveness or feelings that we contribute to our “gut." This is our psychic abilities manifesting themselves. There are ways for us to be more attuned to our...

Glamour spells are somewhat common among many of those in the Wicca religion. In fact there are several glamour and beauty spells all with slightly different uses and reasons, one of which is to...

A talisman is a simple natural object such as a precious stone or seed which is carried in a pocket for a variety of reasons. Talismans can be carried to call forth spirits as well, whether you...

Everyone wants to lead a healthy life, but sometimes no matter how hard you try, an unexpected health issue may arise. Taking care of yourself is important and taking control of your health and...

Dealing with anxiety is something all of us face at some point in our lives. Whether we are facing a public speaking engagement or just visiting family for the holidays, managing our anxiety is...

Anointing oils have a range of uses in Wicca. Decide on what you want to do. Then, look for the oil that corresponds to your purpose. See the related eHow article titled "How to Get Oils for...

A heart circle, sometimes called a friendship circle, is a gathering of people who share a desire to live a joyful life. Participants sit in a circle and spend time actively changing their thought...

Did you ever wish there was a school for wizards just like in the Harry Potter movie? Well, there is a virtual school for kids and adults. They are taught online and separately from one another....

Wiccans use brooms to cleanse the area. Not fly on!! Cleansing can be done before casting to cyrcle to rid the area of bad karma and to let the good karma through. Kind of like a Native American...

A wiccaning is a ceremony, similar to a christening, which is held after the birth of a child that is born to Wiccan parents. The ceremony does not have to be done at any particular time, but...

Whether it's a formal ritual or done spontaneously, a Wiccan ritual's purpose is to contact the divine. Similar to most religions, Wiccan rituals generally follow a basic structure patterned that...

A polytheistic pagan religion, Odinism dedicates worship to the deities which pertain to the Norse pantheon. The Rite of the Bragi is an Odinist ritual conducted to honor the gods and goddesses of...

The minerals in a spiritual cleansing bath will help to pull the toxins out of the body and bring them to the surface of the skin, where they will be washed away. A spiritual cleansing bath will...

While learning any new craft it's a great idea to make note of your progress, as well as feelings and thoughts acquired throughout. Starting a mirror journal while practicing Wicca will help you...

Wicca, a 'new' religion that many people are finding correspond with their beliefs and are starting to look into. I say 'new' because most people don't realize just how long Wicca has been around....

In many homes throughout history the kitchen held a place of honor, power and unity. It still holds true today. The kitchen is a place where people migrate to communicate, cook and eat. It is also...

The home is where the heart is. That saying is usually followed by, the home is your castle. Well, protecting that home is first priority and with some simple spells you can make that come true.

There are many spells out in the big wide world and while they are all good what do you do if you cannot find exactly the right spell to suit you? Why not create your own? It would suit your...

Imbolc is a pagan holiday celebrated around the beginning of February. This tradition relates to the roots of modern holidays like Groundhog Day and Candlemass. Traditionally Imbolc was a...

If you are just starting down the Wiccan path or just beginning to let people know that you are Wiccan, it can be an interesting situation. It can be difficult explaining what Wicca is to someone...

Whether you are new to Wicca or have been a practicing Wiccan for quite some time, at some point you may feel that you would like to increase your level of understanding about the religion. One...

Practicing your faith, such as Wiccan rituals doesn't always fit into every day life. For example, you may be in a place where you can't have your alter or candles. But that doesn't mean you...

Even if you are not in the least religious and the holiday season gives you the creeps and you just want to crawl into a hole and wait until it's all over... here are some ways you can make a most...

Pagan traditions vary by practitioner, but they usually include at least some of the 8 Sabbats or holidays. These holidays are tied into the cycle of the earth's rotation around the sun as well as...

When Americans think of winter holidays, Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa probably come to mind immediately. For modern American Pagans, however, the winter solstice is a religious holiday also...

Samhain, pronounced like “sow when,” is a sabbat, or major holiday celebrated in modern Paganism on October 31. It is often called the “Pagan New Year.” Much like its secular partner, Halloween,...

Invoking various spirits can give great power to any magical rite or personal transformation ritual. Call upon the spirits of nature for guidance and support to give your magic or ritual added...

Luck is one of those things that if you believe in it, you can make a day, week or longer all seem good or all bad. When you're having good times you believe luck is on your side, but when times...

The moon influences many things in life like weather patterns, ocean tides and even earthquakes. Additionally, the moon also has magical properties associated with each phase that influence many...

If you're having trouble finding true love, try casting a simple love spell and let a little magic guide the ideal partner into your life. Casting love spells isn't about turning frogs into...

It all begins in the mind: this is what everybody keeps reminding us. Well, let us visualize our intent, then. This ritual, which takes as long or as short as you would like, would help you focus...

Ever wonder how to write your own non-denominational ritual for healing, for cleansing, for loving, for letting go? Here are a few easy steps you can take to make the power of prayer work for...

Even though you're already taking precautions to protect your family in your home with things like smoke detectors and security systems, you might not have given thought to asking for the same...

Moving into a new place is an exciting time. If you want to start off on a clean slate by removing old or negative energy out of the home left by previous occupants, you'll want to perform a...

If you are looking for the opportunity to expand your rituals and find like-minded individuals from whom to learn, joining a coven make be the next step for you to take. While there are many...