Modern Witch Academy

Have you ever had someone perform a reading on you using tarot cards? People all over the world consult tarot readers to get questions about their life. These questions can be focused on a particular relationship, the future, or even to learn aspects about themselves. The list goes on and on of what can be answered through the use of tarot cards.

A tarot deck consists of 78 cards. Of those 78 cards there are two that people fear the most. They are the death and devil card. For most people these two words “death” and “devil” carry a lot of negative energy around them.

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Halloween is rumored to have originated with the Celtics who called it Samhain. Samhain was a celebration which represented the ending of the summer cycle and the beginning of the winter or the “darker half” of the year. It was also the time that represented a time to celebrate death; as this time was known to represent a time where the veil between this world and the spirit world was thin which allowed for crossings and communication with the dead to take place easily. For those who have lost loved ones in the past year, it was an opportunity to bring closure to those who are grieving. During this time animals were often killed to prepare for the winter and the honoring of deities and ancestors were common holiday practice.

With the powerful energy of change and death that surrounds this time of the year, it’s a good idea to take advantage of it and discover and create your own halloween rituals. This could be taking a nature walk and simply acknowledging the life of the dying plants around you, finding a special way to honor your ancestors, or even performing a séance to have direct communication with those who passed. 

Below are five of my favorite halloween rituals: 

1. Set up an Ancestor Altar- Setting up an ancestor altar is very easy to create and can be customized to your liking. First you want to find a flat surface such as a table or counter space and clean/cleanse the space. Add candles, pictures, food, gifts, and your ancestors favorite items. Next you want to invite your ancestors into the space. Speak their name out loud and thank them for their guidance and wisdom. Use this space to talk and connect with your ancestors. 
2. Visit a cemetery- One of my favorite things to do when I get a chance is to visit cemeteries. This is an easy thing to do, just find a local cemetery and take a walk around it. During your visit you can bring fresh flowers and fruits to honor those who have passed. Read their names and thank them! Remember to always be respectful during your visit and to cleanse yourself afterwards. 
3. Transformation Journaling- This is a time of change and a season of death, it is a good opportunity to go within by journaling. Think about your own personal transformations, things you want to let go of and ways you want to foster growth for the season to come. Write about your past accomplishments and the new things you have learned and how you will use those as the old you dies and the new you emerges. 
4. Have a Bonfire- There is nothing better than a burning bonfire on a chill autumn night, especially when it is done with intention! If you’re unable to create a large outside bonfire this can also be done with a firepit, fireplace, or even a candle! The intentions of this fire is to release old parts of you or habits that no longer serve you. Write everything that you want to release and then cast it to the fire. Imagine a new you emerging from that fire and envision the life you desire and believe that it is already done. 
5. Have a Celebration Feast- This dinner is very similar to thanksgiving without the over indulgence! This is a simple dinner created with the intentions to thank the passing season and the abundance it brought and to honor the ancestors. This celebration feast is created by first making dinner and including a few favorites of your ancestors, set a special place for your ancestors at the table, play music and decorate, and invite friends and family. During dinner say what you are thankful for and also acknowledge the sacrifice and guidance of your ancestor

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What are spells?

1. Spells are what you speak and the words you say, essentially a ritual to bring forth a desired intention(s). To bring forth those intentions one can use candles, crystals, music, fire, relics, mantras, movement, herbs, oils and so forth. Some spells are simple while others are more complicated. 
2. A religious ritual is any repetitive and patterned behavior that is prescribed by or tied to a religious institution, belief, or custom, often with the intention of communicating with a deity or supernatural power.

How to do a spell

1. There are many ways to do a spell depending on what you practice. But every spell first starts with intentions and always ends with gratitude. You can use 
2. Are spells evil?
   1. Good vs bad 
   2. Perception is reality 
3. Magic done in the christan church
   1. Holly water (blessed water)
   2. Lighting candles- The candle symbolizes bringing light in the darkness of life. It represents truth and guidance. Sign of gratitude. Lit in times of death, they signify the light in the next world, and they represent Christ as the light.
   3. Baptism ritual
   4. Communion (ritual) Find your own truth

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Quotes: 

• One does not become enlightened by imagining figures of light, but by making the darkness conscious. Carl Jung

1. What is shadow work? 

• The shadow is a term coined by psychologist Carl Jung, and it refers to both our deepest wounds and the parts of ourselves that we try to hid
• Working through unprocessed trauma
• Self-reflection; understand your fears, past pain, limiting beliefs and coming to a place of understanding and using it as power to fuel you going into the future. Its healing

The best place to start shadow work is exploring your childhood. 

1. 10 Signs you need shadow work
   1. Negative self-talk
   2. Find yourself in cycles that don’t serve you
   3. Unable to take control of your emotions
   4. You deny your own needs
   5. You feel unseen/unheard
   6. Your a people pleaser- often say yes, give more, you believe being yourself isnt enough
   7. You don't trust yourself
   8. Feeling numb 
   9. You avoid conflict
   10. You feel like you need to be fix, broken, not complete. 
2. How to bring light to the shadow?
   1. Awareness- watch for your triggers
   2. Ask why when emotions rise up
   3. Write it out
      1. Journal or write a letter
   4. Acceptance 
   5. Forgiveness and compassion
3. Benefits of shadow work
   1. Improve relationships
   2. Helps you Understanding yourself more
   3. Take control of your life

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What is a spiritual awakening?

1. A spiritual awakening is a process of realizing that you are more than you believe you are. It is a oneness. It's the healing of the inner child, dissolvement of illusions. A transformation; the death of the ego and birth to your higher-self. It's finding your own way and taking back your power. 
2. Be kind to yourself as you proceed along this journey. This kindness, in itself, is a means of awakening the spark of love within you and helping others to discover that spark within themselves.” –  Tsoknyi Rinpoche

1. 8 Signs you're going through an awakening
   1. You become aware of your old negative habits
   2. You craving purpose
   3. Conversations seem shallow
   4. You are no longer finding joy in the material world
   5. You feel as if life and people around you are fake or artificial 
   6. You have an urge to seek more meaningful experiences
   7. You desire more time alone
   8. You have a desire to explore who you really are

5 Books that will assist in spiritual awakening

1. Conversations with God by Neale Donald Walsh
   1. This book is life-changing and thought-provoking. It taught me that I have a direct connection to the ultimate creator, that there is no Hell, no true right or wrong, and how to truly love another person. 
   2. “Enlightenment is understanding that there is nowhere to go, nothing to do, and nobody you have to be except exactly who you’re being right now.”
2. Illusions by Richard Bach
   1. This book taught me that Jesus was the ultimate example of who we are and the power we have. 
   2. “What the caterpillar calls the end of the world, the master calls a butterfly.” and “Believe you know all the answers, and you know all the answers. Believe you are a master, and you are.”
3. Dear Universe by Sarah Prout
   1. I go to this book whenever I want to explore my emotions
   2. Stressed
4. God’s Debris by Scott Adams
   1.  This book taught me to question everything and the power of probability which determines every outcome in life. This book also says how a person's level of awareness determines the reality they experience. 
   2. “The Universe is nothing but dust and probability.
5. The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
   1. This book will remind you that life can only take place in the NOW. It will give you the push you need to live your best life. It will help you understand and accept your ego and recognize you have the power to create the life you desire! 
   2. Attention is key to transformations- and full attention also implies acceptance.”

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Hello Beautiful Soul!

With life journey we sometime find ourselves experiencing moments where we become our worst enemy. The person who puts you down and stands in the way of your growth and moving forward in life due to fear. 

Lack of confidence, feeling stuck, and lack motivation are all byproducts of our inner enemy.

Today we identify that enemy and work through it so it can go from out worst enemy to our best friend!

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Today we talk about limiting beliefs and how to identify your own beliefs that may be limiting you in life and how to work through them!

A limiting belief is a state of mind that you think to be true that limits you in one way or another. This can be directed towards yourself, what you are capable of doing, or regarding others

Today join us as we talk about what it means to have patience in a demanding world.

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Today we talk about setting boundaries and taking back your power!

4 Signs of unhealthy boundaries:

• Telling too much of your business to others, especially new people
• Accepting anything you dont want such as food, gifts, or even sex
• Allowing others to control your life
• Allowing others to take from you

Practice saying no without feeling guilty. You don't need to provide an excuse, no is a complete sentence. 

How to set boundaries?

• Identify what is valuable to you. (time, things, space, privacy, religion, conversation topics, etc)
• Get comfortable with saying no. You can start small
• Be assertive
• Make self-care a priority. You are not selfish! 
• Find support from loved ones and friends or a professional

Benefits of health boundaries

• Less angry and resentful
• You feel respected
• More confident 
• Feel more peaceful