This is a article on how to be a witch. I know a lot of you may be interested in magick and witchcraft and really need guidance and a place to start. This article will cover some of the most frequently asked questions and give you some other information and resources for you continual growth in the craft. If you want a good book on wicca then this bookis a great choice.
How to Become a Witch:
So many people have asked me this question. How to be a witch? What makes a witch? Maybe you have come here with some false assumptions on witchcraft. Maybe to you it is an array of tricks, a way to be dark and moody, a way to make your parents mad, or a way to get a boy to kiss you. Hopefully you are interested in the craft, and whether you consider yourself pagan, wiccan or a solitary witch who practices witchcraft and hopefully this will give you some accurate and understandable information on it all. Witchcraft is not evil and really should be taken seriously. This is a religion just like any other it takes some research, knowledge and study. It should be taken seriously and not as a preteen joke.
Before embarking on your pagan journey it is important to be well versed in the craft. Not an expert, but at least have a general understanding of the basics of Wicca, and a healthy respect for your mind, body, soul, the universe, and the power you posses in it.
It is important to be mentally, physically and emotionally healthy and as all of these things have an important role to play in your witchcraft success.
You can teach yourself how to be a witch (solitary witch) or learn with a coven or a group of people. Any way is fine. A lot of us are not luck enough to have people in our lives showing us the craft of old, so we do the best we can and learn the best we can by finding pagan communities online and off.
♦The best way to teach yourself how to be a witch is to read as much information you can. Use the search on the website to find just about anything you can imagine on the subject of witchcraft.
♠Ask others questions about witchcraft. Wondering how to be a witch? Reach out to other witches and ask them for some information if you ever get stuck or need additional guidance.
♣Practice the craft. Information is wonderful but actually doing magick and spell work is the best way to become a witch. You need to write spells, study nature, learn about the esbats, and sabbats but you can’t be a witch without doing magick.
♥Learn and grow in the craft. This journey is a wonderful experience that really can enlighten you and make you a better, stronger person than who you are now. Have fun and enjoy the wonderful things the earth has to offer you.
Some other useful sites to check out about witchcraft are:
Becoming a Witch?
Sometimes my spells work and sometimes they don’t work at all.
I am really shocked at how often this seems to pop up in conversation (follow me on twitter @BallisticJW), this question has been answered millions of times but people still ask me about this almost daily. You would never go to your first piano lesson or ballet lesson and expect it all to be done perfectly and achieve perfect results instantly. You would expect to practice and learn the techniques to make your performance better. Magick is no different in this sense. You will have a spell turn out perfectly and you will have a spell that does not turn out perfectly. You should always keep a spell journal so you might be able to troubleshoot your witchcraft spells. Practice makes perfect in all things including your journey to know how to be a witch.
I think negative spirits are trying to contact me or become my spirit guide.
Just like in the physical world, you are never under any obligation to converse or entertain spirits who give you negative vibes, feelings or emotions. The universe will not force a negative guide on you. You don’t have a obligation or duty to communicate with negative spirits. Some people assume they are mediums, or it is their job to help this negative spirit, absolutely untrue. You don’t have to be in service to anyone. You are not put on this earth to be torture by some evil entity or negative force. There is no reason for you to put up with negative energies whether from a physical person or a spiritual energy. If you are having a problem with negative spirits then consider this “Like attract Like” the types of people you attract is similar to the types of spirits you will attract. They are attracted to you for a reason, bringing more positivity, happiness, peace, and joy will help you attract friends and spirits of the like. Learning how to be a witch requires such a strong mind, it will bring you much joy if you are content within yourself. If you are attracting negative energies then work on your own spiritual hygiene, aura cleansings and purification will help.
(If you have some more intense negative energies and you feel they are attacking you mentally and emotionally then seeking someone out to speak with, like a counselor, therapists or psychiatrist may be something you need to look into. I don’t deny that we communicate with spirits on a daily basis, but if it is harming you or making you mentally unstable then help may be needed.)
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What kind of Witch should I be?
There are many different types of Wiccans, Pagans, Witches, etc. They follow different rules depending on the denomination. There exists Gardenarians, Celtics, Sumerians, Egyptians, and whole lot of others. I think it is important to be called on to the path you walk. Make sure you have the strength to learn, seek and see the truth. I am not one to pass judgment on any of the denominations. I just would want you to know and have the strength to retain yourself on your path in learning how to be a witch. There are always people out there who will try to control you, or get money from you, or even ask you for sexual favors, these are not the people you want to associate yourself with and these people aren’t accurate representatives of the craft. I always encourage you to use your mind, common sense will usually steer you in the right direction. Be on the lookout for spiritual nonsense. Get well grounded in the basics of the craft, your own magickal abilities and knowledge and the right coven, group or guides will come your way. This is how you will be a witch for real
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Nice article. I just want to say that I was born this way! lol Listen to your soul and trust it. Do not waste your precious time trying to please society. Live and be FREE!
I was born on but didnt start getting my powers till like 10 Im turning 16 and a friend gave me this to help me learn how to use my magic that I know how to do or learn new things.
Well, I am glad you are learning new things
Pagans follow different rules depending on the denomination. I want to know what are those different rule which one must follow?
It depends! It really depends on your path.
I am a beginner Wiccan and am trying really hard to learn all there is to Wicca. I have been trying to scry for about 6 months now and last night, after meditating for an hour beforehand, I scryed into a bowl of water and I swear I saw a vision. It was a small figure, I got the feeling it was female, and after it hovered there for a couple of minutes, it changed into a larger version of the same figure. I wondered what this could mean?
Thanks. Alice.
Good luck on your wiccan journey. As you learn more you will experience more.
can wiccan have powers to destroy?
It will come back to you three fold. I would wager a bet and go with no. No one could want triple the misery they caused.
I am very young and beguining my journey in ‘witchcraft’ I found out by finding my book of shadows buried in my great grandma’s garden….. I wanted to know what is mostly white magic??? (Celtic, Wicca, etc.) and I own a spirit cage necklace. Is that safe what so ever?
The type of magick you do decides if it is white magick, black magick or gray magick…
i dont know what is happening with me thing are moving when i look them but i cant control i need somebodys help :S
You need help because you have powers? Try speaking to an adult.
even i feel the witch within but not sure where to head and how to start…can u pls guide…..have the traits . intution level , vibes but no clarity.
Just follow your heart and read as much information as possible.
GETTING SIGNS COMMONLY…TURNING THIS WAY…..NEED HELP TOO….I MEAN GUIDANCE.
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hey..it was a really interesting article ..magic sometimes is dangerous,but there are many things i want to try.. i have some telepathic skills,but i want more..if u know what i mean…
You want more power? Be careful the hunt for power can be pointless and harmful.
interesting article… i’m not all that talented like some of you, i guess it could also just be an over active imagination but i guess i can see the future? like i’ll dream something, and it’ll happen… and i get the biggest sense of daja-vu… i’m confused. also, i tried a spell that takes a few days that changes eye color and it started working the minute i got done.. help please?
Why do you need help?
Nice! I’ve never considered being a witch because everyone made me believe that the craft was weird and unnatural and also just plain evil but my eyes are open! I’ve actually just cast my first spells today, a friendship and a revenge spell!
do “vampires” really exist becase if withches and faires and ghosts exist r they real too?I have a feeling of a girl in my class is one.
i am only 16, but i really want to learn more about this and begin my own journey. i just don’t know where to start. Am I too young?
Me and a group of friends started experimenting with a few spells a few days ago and have gotten more serious now I also have strange dreams I feel as if I can see the future but I’m not sure I get a sense of deja-vu a lot sometimes up to 3 times in a week and I can remember I dreamed about it but nothing else how do I know if I really can see the future and if I can how do I develop it so that I can use it to my advantage. I’m intrigued by the idea of being a witch and I know not all spells work but how do I know If it will work or not because I only have a certain amount of time to perform spells in the mornings before school and on friday nights when I go out with my coven as my parents would not support the idea of being a witch and lastly do you know any exercises that will help me with visualization and hydrokinesis. Thanks a lot for your website it really helps me alot
hello i am 19 year old a solitary witch and i practice poppet magic, this article was helpful as well as this website in explaining to friends and family about who i really am. and if you are worried about your family a true family member will love you no matter what and try to explain to them about the concept and rules of the path that you choose sometimes they might be shocked at how similar it is to their morals and beleifs as well as rules but it just depends apon which path u do choose. any magic i do since i am extremely warry of the rule of 3 i only do magic to benefits others and refuse to do any that would harm anyone. just because u have power doesnot mean you have to be cruel you can help those that u absolutley donot like at all in hopes of making them less bitter and live a happy life it makes u a better person as well as a better witch