The Spring Equinox, also known as Ostara, is a time of balance, renewal, and new beginnings. The day and night are equal, marking the transition from winter’s introspection to spring’s vibrant energy. It’s the perfect time to honor nature, refresh your spirit, and manifest growth! Here are 10 fun and witchy ways to celebrate this magical seasonal shift: 1. Sunrise Gratitude Ritual Wake up early and greet the rising sun, symbolizing new beginnings. Stand outside, close your eyes, and feel the warmth on your skin. Speak your gratitude out loud or write it in your journal. This simple practice aligns…
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Working with Goddess Energy can be a profound and transformative spiritual journey, regardless of your gender. It often involves connecting with archetypal feminine powers, honoring both light and shadow aspects of the divine feminine, and tapping into universal energies of creation, intuition, and transformation. Are you up for the challenge? Before diving in, here are some important things to know and consider: 1. Understanding the Goddess Archetype 2. Research and Respect 3. Personal Alignment and Intuition 4. Prepare for Transformation 5. Create a Sacred Space 6. Be Respectful and Authentic 7. Grounding and Protection 8. Patience and Trust 9. Shadow…
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February carries a unique blend of metaphysical, spiritual, and physical energies in the Northern Hemisphere, marking the transition from the depths of winter toward the renewal of spring. This month is a threshold between stillness and awakening, making it a powerful time for both inner reflection and setting intentions for growth. For witches, this is a wonderful time of year to deepen your Magick! Key Energies Witches Work With in February: 🌿 Purification & Cleansing – February carries the energy of clearing out the old to make space for new beginnings. Many witches perform smoke cleansing, salt baths, and home…
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Michelle Lewis, The Blessings Butterfly “I can’t meditate! It’s impossible for me to silence my mind.” Does that sound familiar? Trust me, I hear this frequently when I start working with my clients. In my work as an Energy Witch, I absolutely LOVE showing people some simple ways to introduce the practice of Mindfulness Meditation into their daily routine. It’s a very accessible form of magick that you can use to immediately change the energy in and around you. Mindfulness Meditation Overview Mindfulness meditation is a type of meditation practice that involves focusing your attention on the present moment and…
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By Michelle Lewis, The Blessings Butterfly The story I am about to tell you is completely, unequivocally, true. I have changed the names of the people, but everything else is factual. Even if you do not believe in practical magick, witchcraft, energetic healing, or you believe that all things Woo are just fiction, it is still a true story. Magick Everywhere It was a beautiful spring Friday in the South of France back in 2019. There was a tingling sense of magick everywhere. I was wearing the hell out of a fabulous little form-fitting red dress and rose-gold leather flats,…
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Michelle Lewis, The Blessings Butterfly As the New Year approaches, many people find themselves reflecting on the past and contemplating their aspirations for the future. One popular and powerful practice that has gained momentum in recent years is selecting a “Word of the Year.” Rather than setting traditional resolutions, choosing a guiding word can provide focus, clarity, and a sense of purpose throughout the coming months. This is something that I’ve been practicing for ages, and it’s served me far better than rigid resolutions ever did! Here’s my beginner-friendly guide on how to select a meaningful Word of the Year…
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Michelle Lewis, The Blessings Butterfly Let’s go ahead and get this out of the way up front: I am a Witch. I often work with various gods, goddesses, ancient deities, ascended masters, and a whole lot of spirit-beings. It’s an amazing spiritual connection that has always been part of my life, though I had to keep it hidden from most people. Especially from religious people… even when I was openly religious. My own sacred journey has become one of following my heart as someone who is deeply spiritual… but no longer is bound by religious constructs. After having spent many…
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Michelle Lewis – The Blessings Butterfly Change is an inevitable part of life. Whether it’s a career shift, a move to a new city, a relationship evolving, or even the seasons changing, we constantly find ourselves navigating through transitions. While change can be challenging and unsettling, it is also an opportunity for growth, learning, and self-discovery. In this article, we will touch on 9 effective strategies to help you handle changes gracefully and thrive amidst life’s transformations. The initial reaction to change is often resistance. We may feel fear, anxiety, or even sadness when faced with the unknown. However, the…
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Written by Guest Author Kimberly Watson, aka The Lipstick Witch If you are reading this, you are probably interested in magic & manifestation. Information on these subjects can be found everywhere, books, videos, decks, mantras, music, meditations, you name it, but it seems that no one ever talks about the most important ingredient you need to manifest or make magic without ever cracking a book, watching a video, or repeating a mantra, and that ingredient is you. I have learned this from personal experience, and I am sharing this because I want you to win, I want you to manifest…
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Written by Angela L. Todd, Guest Author An old Wiccan saying says, “What is remembered, lives.” And I preface that with what is saved, is remembered. If you’re here, you’re likely drawn to the fringes of culture, not mainstream ideas and lifestyles. These all have important places in world history. “Different” paths such as Wiccans, Pagans, astrologers, alternative spiritualities, and other fringe dwellers aren’t often included in our collective histories. Historical documents and original materials saved in historical societies and archives are the raw materials for those histories. But who is doing the saving? Historically, those who have been inspired…
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