My Craft
The Basics
While there is no way I could easily sum up my beliefs in a few quick sentences, I think it's important to know the basics of whoever is giving you an in-depth, shadow-focused reading. If you trust me with your inner world, it's only fair to trust you with mine!
Paganism
Paganism is a blanket term for those who do not follow more mainstream belief systems (such as Christianity, Islam, Judaism, etc), but in recent decades it has also come to symbolize a nature-based religion. I believe all nature is sacred, and that all things follow natural cycles of birth, death, and rebirth.
Omnism
This is typically defined as the recognition and respect of all religions. I personally believe all religions hold some kind of truth within them as well. Humanity has been trying to make sense of the world for the entirety of our existence, and any one religion is just one way of doing so.
Psychology
Since being diagnosed with depression and anxiety in my 20s, psychology has become both a tool and a life raft in understanding my own mind. I use many psychological techniques in my craft, including meditation, breath work, and counseling.
Deities
While I consider myself more a follower of archetypes than a follower of gods or goddesses, there are several deities and pantheons I work with regularly and faithfully. I currently work with Hecate, Brigid, Hades, Hestia, and my matron goddess, Persephone.
Intention
Put simply: intention is energy is transformation is reality is magic. While I don't perform any magic tricks, I do believe that magic exists in the form of intention. I believe intention can be used for both positive and negative gain, and that it plays a hefty part in our everyday lives.
Shadow Work
I strongly believe that shadow work, the process of confronting the repressed parts of ourselves, is one of the most important aspects of any spiritual or therapeutic practice. Shadow work has been fundamental in my healing journey, and is what led me to doing readings for people besides myself.
Favorite Tools
If you're curious about what my favorite tools & topics are, or are interested in a list of things to research yourself, this list will get you started.
Divination
Astrology
Numerology
Tarot & cartomancy
Rune casting
Green witchcraft
Elemental magics
Candle spells
Moon cycles
Smoke & sound cleansing
Talismans
Holistic practices
Deity work
Yoga
Meditation
Shadow work
Chakra work
Guided imagery
Rituals
Miscellaneous
Storytelling & structure
Archetypes
Rest
Exercise
Therapy