On the Fence about Witchcraft? Let's Talk...
Witchcraft is a broad term that encompasses so many different aspects of spirituality, lifestyle, and even religion. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to this path… For some its about reclaiming personal power, honoring nature, or feeling more connected in a disconnected world.
If you’re curious about magick but unsure if witchcraft is right for you…these questions might help you uncover whether you’re truly being drawn towards the craft.
🔮 10 Questions to Awaken the Witch Within
I recommend treating these questions as journal prompts! Really think about each one and record your train of thought. See where your desire flows! If you like this style of journaling…check out my post on Shadow Work!
1. What first peaked your interest about Witchcraft?
Where did you first hear about or see witchcraft? Was it a spell online, a tarot reading from a friend, learning more about astrology? Was it the aesthetic altars and herb-filled cabinets?
2. What are you hoping to gain from practicing Witchcraft?
It’s perfectly ok to have a goal in mind when first being drawn to the craft. Over the course of history countless peoples turned to magick in order to protect themselves and the people around them. Are you looking for power? Financial stability? Connection? Meaning? Purpose? Pure curiosity?
I encourage you to question why witchcraft feels like the right path to pursue this goal.
3. Do you know anyone who practices currently?
These people can be from your life or online communities! What are your thoughts on their practice or beliefs? Are you inspired? Do you think its a little cringe? If so why? What about them or their practice makes you feel that way?
4. What is your relationship with your intuition?
Do you always trust your gut? Or do you find yourself second-guessing yourself often? Are you looking to strengthen your connection with your inner voice? What do you think you’d be able to goin from this?
5. What role does Nature play in your life?
How often do you get outside to observe your local flora and fauna? Has your connection to nature suffered as you’ve gotten older or has it strengthened? Do you find yourself wishing to connect with nature more frequently or on a deeper level?
6. What are your beliefs surrounding energy, intention, and manifestation?
What are your thoughts on moodboards, affirmations, empaths? Are you fascinated by the psychology of the mind and what it might allow you to improve in your own life? How witchcraft might help take that one step further?
7. Do signs or synchronicities feel important and meaningful to you?
What comes to your mind when your see 1111? Or you’ve spotted your 5th bluejay so far this week? How do you feel about your dreams? Do they make you want to research the symbols you see within them? Do you find yourself curious about what these things might mean?
8. Are you looking for a religion? Or a lifestyle?
While witchcraft can be religion-adjacent, it isn’t a religion itself and can work within most belief systems, including but not limited to Atheism, Christianity, and Paganism. Do you find yourself wanting to connect to spirits and the divine? Are you looking for meanings or answers within the world, or a structure by which to live your life?
9. Are you deconstructing old beliefs, mindsets, or traditions?
A lot of people find witchcraft after stepping away from something else… be it organized religion, cultural expectations, limiting beliefs, or generational patterns that no longer fit.
Are you untangling guilt, shame, or fear around spirituality? Are you drawn to the freeing nature of creating your own, individual path?
10. What intimidates you about Witchcraft?
What are you scared of seeing, or experiencing? What stories have you been told that make you feel that way? Unfortunately fear-mongering is very common to see in the Witchcraft community. Warnings run rampant and while some are valid many are not. Can you do some extra research or ask a trusted person (see question 3) for their insight to help relieve these worries?
So.... Are you a Witch?
I’m sorry if you’re a wee bit disappointed haha! But these questions weren’t meant to give you a final answer…. they’re meant to open a door.
Maybe you’re realizing how much of this you’re already integrating into your life without the label… in the way you trust your gut, listen to the signs around you, or connect to nature…. Or maybe you’re realizing that is exactly what you want for yourself.
There’s no right or wrong way to start this path, there’s no timeline to follow. If you feel the pull…. I encourage you to lean in and explore! Be curious. Experiment. Engage with it and see how it works for you. Let the world be a little more magickal.
You don’t have to have it all figured out yet! You just have to begin.
