Author: A Solitary Pagan
Ninja Dust
Throughout the history of witchcraft, powders and dusts have been used as tools for protection, concealment, and swift escape. From the cunning folk of medieval Europe to modern practitioners, such blends were often cast at thresholds, sprinkled on clothing, or scattered in the path of pursuers to confound, distract, or shield the user from harm. Ninja Dust is a contemporary adaptation of these ag...
Norse Paganism: Its Fascinating Origins and How to Practice Today
First, What is Norse Paganism?Norse paganism is a type of modern paganism based on what we know about old Norse religion. When we say Norse, we are referring to the people who lived in Northern Europe who spoke the Old Norse language from ancient times through the Early Middle Ages. Now, you may hear Norse paganism isn’t a correct term, but it should be Norse neo-paganism, which means Norse “new” ...
A Threshold a Solid Foundation for Magick
A threshold is a solid foundation for any magic which is intended to effect the home, or everyone who enters the home. Such spells work based on the principal of the threshold as not being just a barrier, but a portal which must be passed through. One use for magic of this kind is to ward against a particular person or type of entity. to do this it is useful to use materials and objects known to b...
Key Magic, Myth and a Lock & Key Spell for Protection
Keys are a worldwide symbol of good luck and new opportunities. They open doors to new worlds, new faces, and fresh beginnings. They also lock doors and protect us from taking certain destructive paths and protect us from intruders. Keys have been a part of folklore and magic for centuries. Let’s explore the importance of key magic and how to incorporate keys into our spiritual and magical practic...
The Truth-speakers
The Truth-speakers, the ones who refuse to contain their feelings, those who challenge and humanize the toxic status quo, are often scapegoated and vilified, made to feel crazy by those who lack the courage and insight to see beyond the family’s madness. If you have been labeled the ‘crazy one’, take heart. You are truly not alone. Most great creators and paradigm shifters were m...
Fairy Protection Explained
Fairy protection is sometimes necessary. If you are a friend of the fay like me, you’ve seen their beauty and wonder. They might have helped your garden grow or give you a healing remedy in your dreams. You’ve seen the good that fairies do for Mother Earth; however, every once in a while you may run into a fairy that’s not so nice. The reasons for their distrust towards us are many-fold, but the m...
Mabon Healing Bath
Mabon marks the beginning of Autumn, and what better way to celebrate cooler weather than with a warm and healing bath. Ideal as both a pre-ritual bath or the main magical event of this Sabbat, this mixture brings healing, protection, and spiritual opening. Ingredients: 1 part oatmeal1 part powdered milk1 part sea saltdried calendula petalsdried chamomile flowersfrankincense essential oilmyrrh ess...
Journey to the Four Directions
Journey to the Four Directions – Pointers in Sacred and Shamanic Work East, West, South, NorthIn sacred space I ask you forthBring your power and your graceLive within this sacred space To the East, where the Sun rises, where inspiration and originality are born, please join us so that we may get to know and honor you. We welcome you. To the South, where the jaguar swims, where playfulness a...
Mabon Herb & Tarot Ritual
Materials: • pen or sharpie • some leafs (however many you need) • sage • lavender • any materials you use to cast a circle (optional) • tarot cards (optional) 1. Cleanse the area you will be working in with sage and lavender 2. Cast your circle (optional) 3. Take your leaf/leaves and write down everything you want to let go off and everything you hope to harvest 4. Take all of your leaves and go ...
Mabon spell
During September, collect some fallen tree leaves and write them down your wishes for the rest of the year. Do you promise yourself to study harder? Do you want to start exercising? Do you want to sign up to new courses? Maybe develop some skills? (Use a black-ink pen to write on your leaves, you can also write sigils) Keep your leaves on your altar or on your bedside table, if you are a secret wi...
The history of Witchwalking
The history of Witchwalking is as old as movement itself.Like many other examples of occult knowledge, it is a legacy that often conceals itself within the various cultures and people who have engaged in its practice.It is a tradition that sometimes emerges under different names and guises depending upon the societal climate and religious views of those in power. In many cases Witchwalking has rem...
‘Bay Rum’
Bay Rum is a well-known magical blend, often used for protection, purification, and personal empowerment. Its origins are in Caribbean folk traditions, where it was valued for both its scent and its spiritual uses. To make your own Bay Rum for magical purposes, you will need a few key ingredients. I will explain the purpose of each one and guide you through the process step by step. Start by gathe...