Pagan challenge 16

What does deity/God/divine mean to you?

The one word comes to mind when I saw that question and that is: power. When I think of the divine; i always think of power and energy. I love that in my spiritual practice I can bring their power into me.I don't have to go through someone else to be personal with them for me.

Coming from christianity, it's a hard thing to get used to because being raised that way usually puts you face to face with a preacher first.you don't get the personal touch that eclectic pagan spirituality brings.it's different to me.I don't hate the religion I come from but I feel so free now.

Pagan challenge 15

What spiritual practice do you do?

I love meditation...when I can of course.being a stay at home mom is hard to be that and meditate as well.I don't feel comfortable yet to do meditation on my own so I use guided meditation. It's how I found a spirit guide finally.it was during a stress release guided meditation.I was caught by surprise as well.
I want to try yoga but I do not have the stability for it.I am clumsy as he'll.

Tip

If your like me and love candles but you don't have the space for them not the budget,really, then what you can do is but white tea light candles and colored candle holders and some oil.here's my example: to me rose is for concentration so I take a white tea light candle and rub the wax with the rose oil and depending on what I am needing at the time,say that it's money; I'll put it in my green tea light candle holder and concentrate on it.I'll either let it burn itself out or burn for a while and then say something like "and now I let air carry out my wishes" and I'll blow out the candle.
That's what works for me.I have two kids so I can't usually let my candles burn very long and I can't really use my glass has candles because I'm afraid of them knocking that over but I do use the candle holder and tea light candles and once all that is done,i then put it up where they can't reach it.
I've noticed that this is something most won't tell you....you do not have to spend alot of money to put things in your altar.nor on your book of shadows.a journal from the dollar store along with a pack of tea light candles and candle holders will work just fine.I like to use everyday things on my altar depending on my needs.
Most of my family do not know my religious beliefs so they assume I am one religion and will keep me standing there.i,however love digging around in the Sims because I learn that she can be something else if she wants to.
I just wish I had the guys to face everyone about my different religion.
#differences

I'm back.

Ok,this I didn't do a challenge post yesterday because it was mine and my husband's wedding anniversary.we have been married for six years now.we also have two children.our oldest will be six in April whereas I'll be twenty six and our youngest will be four months old in a few days.
I did however, do a guided meditation.with the help of the honest guys on YouTube.I did a stress relief guided meditation and I am excited to say that I found a spirit guide during that meditation.I've been trying to find a spirit guide for awhile now but during that meditation one just came to,me out of nowhere.
I am still going to do these challenges but maybe not as in order now so if you see a repeated or skipped number then relax..it's okay but let me know.lol
My next post might be about my spirit guide.not sure yet.but I'll see you all later.

Pagan challenge 14

Do you preform spells regularly?

Sadly,i I do not.I am still in the broom closet so if I do a spell then it will be small and important.not that all spells aren't important....I just do spells for urgency things.I take my spirituality very serious so I do spells to help me be a better person or to attract money.sometimes when I'm knitting or crocheting, I will put positive and happy intentions into whatever I am working on.
But I want to be able to do spells more whenever I decide to come out of the broom closet

Pagan challenge 13

Do you believe in magic?

Yes.to me,magick is nature.the things that nature can do and is able to do is just flat out amazing.when we cast spells,we are putting into motion nature's work.when we blow out candles, we are sending out our intentions so that nature knows what we want.so yes magic is believable because it is magick.

Pagan challenge 12

Do you use divination? If so,what types?

I use tarot and Oracle cards.I also use a pendulum and runes.I only use my pendulum when my kids are asleep because it's impossible to achieve with them around.

Pagan challenge 11

What does the sun mean to you?

This is an easy one.To me the sun represents strength and pride.it represents protection and clarity.the sun is also masculine in my prospective.there is also life in this aspect.warmth as well.To no,the sun represents all of those things because it's what I feel when I am out in the sunshine.it is what the energy of the daylight feels like to me.it also feels very loving but can be a bit harsh as the masculine energy can be if you feel an off-balance.it also represents growth since most things in nature need sunlight to grow.

Let me know your opinions in the comments! Blessed be

Pagan challenge 9 & 10

9: do you keep a journal\diary of your experiences?

I try to but I sometimes tend to forget to write it in or I do not have time to being a stay at home mom and everything.

10: what do the moon phases mean to you?

The phases of the moon mean to me what it typically means to alot of others.each phase is associated with the maiden,mother,crone.in my life right now I have passed the maiden stage and now I am in the mother stage.even though there is a crone stage,no mother ever truly leaves the mother stage in her life.as long as her children live,she will forever be a mother.

Pagan Challenge 8

Do you have a matron/patron?

Honestly....not yet.I hope to someday but right now I do not.if I ever get to,i want to do a meditation to find mine.I have to find time though.if you have any experiences,please feel free to share your experiences and share some hints to help me find mine.
Blessed Be

Pagan challenge 7

How do you view sacred text/mythology?

Well....I uphold sacred text much like any other person would.each religion has its own set of sacred text or mythology and each should be respected even if one does not follow that religion.especially if you want your religion's sacred texts to be respected then respect theirs.

Pagan Challenge 6

What are your cultural influences?

I like to use meditation and reiki practices.I also like some of the Japanese influences and native American influences. I am kind of quiet about influences and things because I am still in the broom closet.
Let me know what your influences are and what you recommend to others.

Spread the message

Hello,
I want to stop for a visit and encourage you to go watch this video--> https://youtu.be/mFiVABzCfWM it's one of my subscribed videos but I love it.it's inspiring,really.and since I also love you all as well ;) I thought about sharing the video.so please go watch it and subscribe to her if you feel like.tell her that I sent you if you want to.
In her video,she mentions getting the message out there.educating people about Wicca so that they view it with love instead of this stereotypical hatred.of you go follow her channel because of this blog then that's great.if you want to learn about Wicca then I encourage you to go find different books on the subject and read about it.Tip: when reading books on the subject of Wicca,pick different authors to read from.don't read books from one author and then think that that's how it is.every author is different and each book is just their opinion and view on the subject. I am still in the process of studying myself.
Studying is learning so continue to learn! The more we learn and spread the message through our actions,blogs and videos (if you have a YouTube,leave a comment and I'll check it out) then the more we are sending positive vibes out into this world.
Don't let one or two or a group discourage you.it's your path and your workings that matter.

Blessed be

Pagan challenge 5

What does this time of year mean to you?

For me it's a mixture of happiness because of my kids and their excitement but sadness that some beloved family members aren't here to see that happiness. So for me it's all a big wierd mixture of feelings.

(again short,but leave your answers in the comments)

Pagan challenge 4

Your take on the wheel of the year

Well,i love it.although I was born during spring, fall is my favorite season.the cool weather,hoodies and etc.I love the changing of the seasons.just watching the world around me change is always amazing to watch.ok,this post was short but leave your answers in the comments.❤

Pagan challenge 3

Do you have an altar/shrine/sacred space?

Not really especially since I am in the closet about my spiritual education.I tend to put up a temporary set up when I do my meditations but I put it away when I am done.I do not feel ready to set up a permanent space yet.plus I have young children. Let me know your answers :)

Pagan challenge 2

Are you in or out of the closet?

Well,do be honest...I am still on the closet.I haven't really come out and said it to my husband but he has bought me my tarot decks and my Oracle decks and other books wrote by wiccan authors but I am sure he suspects it.
I find that it's easier to let people speculate.
Let me know your answers in the comments

Pagan challenge 1

How did you discover your path?

I first discovered Wicca through a series of YouTube channels and then I purchased a few books and have been an solitary witch ever since.I love researching it and reading about it.I havent full on practiced anything major yet because I'm still in the closet about it.(more on that in another post)
I have tried a few meditations and I practice journaling with my runes and my tarot and Oracle decks when I can.leave a comment with your answers...