Explore our Witch category for articles on witchcraft practices, spiritual growth, and personal empowerment.
Learn about rituals, spellwork, and the journey of identifying as a witch.
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Remember, your intention is the most important aspect of any spell. If you lack certain ingredients or resources, let this guide inspire you to craft your unique spellwork. Understanding Curses A curse is a form of negative energy that attaches to you, whether through intentional hexing, inherited family curses, or even your own attitudes. Regardless […]
Long considered a harbinger of bad luck, Friday the 13th has inspired a late 19th-century secret society, an early 20th-century novel, a horror film franchise and not one but two unwieldy terms—paraskavedekatriaphobia and friggatriskaidekaphobia—that describe the fear of this supposedly unlucky day. The Fear of 13 Just like walking under a ladder, crossing paths with […]
Identifying as a witch has been the most powerful and transformative thing I have ever done for myself. Let me share why this journey has been so life-changing. Growing Up Without Spirituality My spiritual beliefs started at absolute zero. Coming from a family of atheists, I was raised without any religious or spiritual influence. However, […]
Witchcraft vs Religion: Understanding the Connection Before diving into the heart of the topic, it’s important to address the outdated stigma surrounding witchcraft. This perception dates back to the witch trials nearly 500 years ago. Unfortunately, during that time, people often blamed local “witches” or disliked neighbours for their problems, accusing them of spells or […]
With witchcraft becoming more popular, many baby witches are searching for foundational knowledge to start their journey. This blog provides a quick and practical guide to help you incorporate basic witchcraft knowledge into your daily life. It’s designed to give you confidence in choosing what to use from your cupboard without second-guessing yourself. However, remember […]
This week’s blog takes a different approach. Instead of diving into the same topic as our podcast, we’re sharing an inspiring post from High Times by The High Priestess. These posts are some of our favourites at The Strange Apothecary, and we often look to them for ideas. This one, in particular, delves into combining […]
