Wiccan & Pagan

Many New Age philosophies espouse that things such unpleasant events, long periods of bad luck or difficult conflicts can create "bad vibes," a type of lasting, negative spiritual energy that can...

Incense has been used for centuries in religious and spiritual ceremonies and practices. Today, it is a normal part of many people's daily routines to burn incense in the home and enjoy the aromas...

For those first learning how to use Tarot cards, there are some excellent methods for becoming familiar with the different Tarot cards and the meanings that each card conveys. By using...

Many pagans use incense in their rituals. Incense cleanses the altar and surrounding area of negativity and promotes focus. Making one's own incense puts power into the maker's hands by allowing...

Wands are used in real magic to focus and direct energy toward a goal. This article will instruct you on the proper way to harvest, prepare, and create a wand to use for real magic.

The Amethyst is a fascinating stone with a history rich in magic and rituals. It has widely believed that placing an Amethyst under your pillow will ward off insomnia and nightmares. It promotes...

One of the first things a new pagan wants to do is set up an altar. Most of the books try to tell you what to do, but they're exacting and overly specific. This leads the newbie to worry and fear...

Samhain is a special holiday on the Wiccan wheel of the year. It is a harvest festival, and a time to give thanks for the Earth’s bounty. It is a time to honor ancestors and those who have...

A Pagan altar can be anything you want it to be - as long as it's meaningful to you. Let me give you some hints and ideas to create an altar that will become your spiritual space.

Myrrh is a powerful and magical substance for Wiccans. The scent and vibration of Myrrh, when used in practice, is cleansing, healing and can open up gateways to communicate with the goddess and...

This article will teach you how to make your own stick and cone incense. The process is very difficult but when done correctly the result is well worth it.

As with any other tool you use for spellwork, ritual or divination, the tarot deck should be cleansed regularly. The deck, as with other tools, can pick up some negative, or fuzzy, energies when...

Just as with any other divining tool, the pendulum needs to be cleansed and charged on a regular basis. Generally, pendulums should be cleansed before and after each use. For the purpose of this...

Worry beads are made on the same principle as that of prayer beads. However, worry beads are used as a more general tool. The color of the cord and beads is determined by the intent or purpose....

Prayer beads, or a derivative thereof, are a universal in almost every faith. The use of prayer beads is centuries old. The combination of praying and having something tangible to hold is very...

The imbolc ritual is one of the eight wiccan sabbats and is celebrated on February 2 in celebration of the Celtic fire goddess Brigid. Also known as candlemas, imbolc is a time of rebirth and...

Improving your ability to recall dreams is something that takes patience and time. With a couple of simple tools and focus, the ability to recall dreams comes within reach. The trick is to relax...

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...

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,...

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.

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...

Know someone you just can't stand? Do you hate this person so much your blood boils? Don't bother wasting your energy hating this person. Turn this person into a friend instead! Here's how:

Practice magic from home. Create your own personal altar for ritual and meditation. All it takes is a few minutes and a few simple tools.

Symbolic of fire and air, the wand is the quintessential magical tool. It is arguably the most important article in any magical tool collection. Crafting your own is especially satisfying and...

Around March 21 every year, night and day are equal in length. Pagans all over the world celebrate the Spring Equinox. Winter is finally over and spring flowers are everywhere. It's a time to...