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Elements of Magic

Today I start the first of the Core Classes with The World Tree Lyceum, Elements of Magic. Hopefully all will go well, and that this will be a glimmer of light in a dark world.

UPDATE

This turned out to be a very problematic course to start for me for a variety of reasons.

1. It is entirely conducted via Facebook, which I am not on. Although they said they could do it out of band via email, the reality was I have been entirely out of the loop.

2. Signing up requires using Google Forms and a Google account.

3. Payment is via PayPal, although I was able to arrange an alternative.

4. They also us Discord, again I do not use Discord.

5. They make use of spiritual "technology" which is essentially a hypnosis technique, for trance. I refuse to be hypnotised or engage in any such techniques and the usage of the word "technology" sounds far too much like the Scientology cult.

6. They heavily push "Land Acknowledgement" which while it makes a lot of sense in North America, Australasia and other places where Colonialism has stolen land from indigenous people, and even in the far north of Europe in the Sami Lands, in Central Europe where I live and practice it feels EXTREMELY wrong. They gave no alternative.

7. Their coursework (if you can call it that) was written from a very very white, able bodied, cishet, neurotypical and North American perspective. The complete antithesis of everything they purport to do. Lots of "all y'all" was in it. 🤷🏼‍♀️ Translation please?

I have paid my money and quietly left by just dumping any emails they send me automatically.

Note to self: avoid Reclaiming.

Tarot is one of the most widely used divination tools in witchcraft and spiritual practices. It combines symbolism, numerology, and intuition to provide insight into personal and universal matters. Today, we will explore the foundational aspects of Tarot, including its structure, meanings, and methods for beginning your practice.

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The Structure of a Tarot Deck

A standard Tarot deck consists of 78 cards, divided into two main sections:

🔮 Major Arcana (22 cards) – These cards represent significant life themes, spiritual lessons, and karmic influences. Each card, from The Fool (0) to The World (21), tells a story of transformation and personal growth.

🔮 Minor Arcana (56 cards) – These cards deal with everyday situations and are divided into four suits:
- Cups (Water) – Emotions, relationships, intuition
- Wands (Fire) – Passion, creativity, action
- Swords (Air) – Thoughts, conflicts, intellect
- Pentacles (Earth) – Material aspects, stability, finances

Each suit contains numbered cards (Ace to 10) and four court cards (Page, Knight, Queen, King), which often represent personalities or archetypal energies.

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Connecting with Your Tarot Deck

1. Choose a deck that speaks to you – Popular decks include the Rider-Waite-Smith, Thoth, and the Wild Unknown, but pick one with imagery that resonates with your spirit.
2. Cleanse your deck – Use smoke, moonlight, salt, or meditation to remove any lingering energies.
3. Bond with your deck – Shuffle, hold the cards, and spend time observing their artwork. You may sleep with the deck under your pillow or carry a card with you to deepen your connection.

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Basic Tarot Reading Method

🔹 Shuffle with intention – Focus on a question or situation while shuffling.
🔹 Draw cards – Pull one or more cards intuitively or using a set spread.
🔹 Interpret the message – Consider the traditional meaning, imagery, suit, and personal intuition.
🔹 Journal your readings – Note your impressions and track how they manifest over time.

Three-Card Spread Example:

🃏 Past – What led to the current situation?
🃏 Present – What is happening now?
🃏 Future – What is the likely outcome or guidance?

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Tarot Journaling Prompt

Draw a single card today. Meditate on its message and write down:
- What is the card’s traditional meaning?
- What emotions or thoughts does it evoke?
- How does it relate to your current life situation?

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Daily Practice

- Pull a Card of the Day and reflect on how it plays out in your day.
- Try a simple three-card reading on a situation that has been on your mind.
- Study the Major Arcana’s Fool’s Journey to understand the soul’s evolution through Tarot.

Tarot is a journey of intuition and connection. With practice, it becomes a powerful tool for self-reflection, guidance, and magic. 🌙✨

Would you like to explore Tarot spreads or specific card meanings next?
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Divination is the mystical practice of seeking knowledge about the unknown—whether glimpses of the future, hidden truths, or deeper self-awareness. Across cultures and time, diviners have used sacred tools and intuition to interpret signs, symbols, and messages from the universe. 🌌✨

📜 A Brief History of Divination
From the oracle temples of Ancient Greece to the shamanic bone readers of indigenous traditions, divination has guided kings, seekers, and everyday practitioners. Many cultures have believed that divine forces or subconscious intuition speak through these mystical methods, revealing insights that shape our destinies.

🔢 Common Divination Methods & Tools

• 🔮 Tarot Reading – The 78-card deck unveils messages about past, present, and future through archetypal symbolism.
• 🌊 Scrying – Gazing into mirrors, water, or crystal balls to receive intuitive visions.
• 🌙 Astrology – The celestial movements of planets influence personal destinies and global events.
• ᛟ Rune Casting – Ancient Norse symbols carved on stones or wood hold guidance and wisdom.
• 📿 Pendulum Divination – A weighted pendulum swings to answer yes-or-no questions.
• 🤲 Palmistry – The lines and mounts of the hands reveal personality and life paths.
• 🍵 Tea Leaf Reading (Tasseomancy) – Patterns in tea leaves form symbols with hidden meanings.
• 📖 Bibliomancy – Opening a sacred or significant book at random to find divine messages.
• 🦴 Osteomancy (Bone Casting) – Throwing bones or shells to interpret spiritual guidance.

📚 Recommended Reading

📖 Seventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom – Rachel Pollack (Tarot)
📖 The Book of Runes – Ralph Blum (Runes)
📖 The Only Astrology Book You’ll Ever Need – Joanna Martine Woolfolk (Astrology)
📖 Scrying for Beginners – Donald Tyson (Scrying)
📖 Tea Leaf Reading for Beginners – Caroline Dow (Tasseomancy)

🔮 Mantra for the Day

🌟 How Do You Practice Divination?
Do you have a favorite divination method? Have you ever had an eerily accurate reading? Share your experiences and insights below! 📝💫
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Energy is all around us. Everything has a vibration, from people to plants to objects. Learning to sense and interpret these energies is a crucial skill in witchcraft, as it allows you to deepen your intuition, refine your spellwork, and develop a stronger connection with the unseen world.

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Understanding Energy Fields
Every living thing emits an energy field, often referred to as an aura. The human body, in particular, has an energetic system that can be felt, read, and even manipulated. Many magical traditions recognize these energy fields and work with them through practices like reiki, aura reading, and energy healing.

Sensing energy is a natural ability that can be refined with practice. Some people experience it as a tingling sensation in their hands, while others may feel warmth, coolness, or even emotional impressions.

Exercise 1: Feeling Your Own Energy

• Rub your hands together for about 10-15 seconds to activate the energy in your palms.
• Hold your hands about an inch apart, facing each other, and slowly pull them apart and together.
• You may begin to feel a slight resistance, warmth, or tingling. This is your energy field!
• Experiment with shaping this energy—push and pull as if you're holding an invisible ball.
• Close your eyes and see if you can sense its density or warmth shifting.

Exercise 2: Sensing the Energy of an Object

• Select an object, preferably something meaningful to you, like a crystal, a piece of jewelry, or a book.
• Hold your hand a few inches above it and close your eyes.
• Slowly move your hand over the object and note any sensations. Does it feel warm, cool, heavy, or light?
• If you feel nothing at first, practice regularly. Sensitivity develops over time.

Exercise 3: Reading the Energy of a Person

• Ask a friend or family member to stand in front of you.
• Extend your hands towards them, palms facing them but not touching.
• Slowly move your hands around their body, keeping a few inches of distance.
• Pay attention to any changes in sensation—do you feel warmth in some areas, coolness in others?
• If you're experienced in aura reading, try to "see" colors or patterns in your mind’s eye.

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Energy Journal Prompt

• What did you feel when working with your own energy?
• Did the energy of an object feel different than that of a person?
• If you sensed different sensations, what do you think they meant?

Keeping a journal of your energy work can help you track your progress and develop stronger energetic intuition over time.

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Witch’s Wisdom
Sensing energy fields is a foundational skill that can be applied to divination, spellwork, and healing. The more you practice, the more attuned you will become to subtle shifts in energy, helping you navigate the magical and mundane world with heightened awareness.

As the wheel of the year turns, we welcome Imbolc, the festival of light, renewal, and inspiration! Celebrated on February 1st–2nd, this sacred day marks the midpoint between winter and spring, honoring the stirring of life beneath the earth’s surface.

🔥 Brigid’s Flame – Imbolc is dedicated to Brigid, the goddess (and later saint) of poetry, healing, and smithcraft. Light a candle to invite her warmth and wisdom into your home.

🌱 Signs of Awakening – Snowdrops, lambs, and lengthening days remind us that spring is near! It’s a time for cleansing, renewal, and setting intentions for the coming season.

🥛 Traditional Offerings – Milk, honey, and fresh bread are perfect ways to honor the returning fertility of the land.

🔮 Rituals & Magic – Use this time to cleanse your space, refresh your altar, and practice divination to gain insight into the months ahead.

How are you celebrating Imbolc this year? 🌿✨

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Opening the Senses Beyond the Veil

As you progress in your journey of a Year and a Day, today we turn our focus to two essential psychic abilities: clairvoyance (clear seeing) and clairaudience (clear hearing). These abilities allow a witch to perceive messages beyond the physical realm, connecting with spirits, deities, or the flow of unseen energy.

Clairvoyance: The Sight Beyond Sight
Clairvoyance is the ability to see beyond the normal spectrum of human vision. This may manifest as visions, symbols, or full-fledged images of past, present, or future events. Some people experience it through dreams, while others receive flashes of insight when in a meditative or trance state.

Exercise: Candle Flame Gazing
Sit in a dimly lit room and place a candle in front of you.
Take deep breaths, relaxing your mind and body.
Focus your gaze on the flame without straining your eyes.
Let your mind go blank, allowing images to form naturally.
Pay attention to any symbols, colors, or scenes that appear in your mind’s eye.
🔮 Journaling Prompt: What images or impressions did you receive? Did they hold any personal meaning?

Clairaudience: Hearing the Unheard
Clairaudience is the ability to receive messages through sound, whether it be whispers from spirit guides, ringing tones, or even external voices. This form of perception is subtle and requires a quiet mind to develop.

Exercise: Spirit Whispering
Find a quiet place where you won’t be disturbed.
Close your eyes and focus on the sounds around you. Listen deeply.
Now, shift your awareness inward—what do you hear?
Ask a question mentally and wait for a response. The answer may come as a whisper, a thought, or a repeated word.
Record any words, tones, or sensations you receive.
🔮 Journaling Prompt: Did you hear anything unexpected? How did it feel to listen in this way?

Enhancing Your Abilities
Both clairvoyance and clairaudience require patience and practice. Here are some additional ways to strengthen your psychic senses:

Crystal Allies: Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, and Labradorite enhance psychic awareness.
Herbal Aids: Mugwort and Damiana can be used in teas or incense to heighten psychic perception.
Dream Work: Keep a dream journal to track visual or auditory messages received in sleep.
Trance Music & Binaural Beats: Listening to theta wave frequencies can help activate clairaudience.
🔮 Ritual Idea: On the night of a waxing moon, light a violet or deep blue candle and meditate with an amethyst stone. Ask your guides to enhance your clairvoyance or clairaudience, and remain open to the messages they bring.

Reflection and Integration
Some witches develop one of these abilities more strongly than the other, while some experience both. Trust in your natural gifts and practice regularly to strengthen your connection to unseen realms. As always, grounding after these exercises is essential—eat something nourishing and take a moment to feel rooted in the physical world.

✨ Final Thought: What messages are waiting for you just beyond the veil? Open your senses and listen. 🔮

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