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It's no secret that there is a lot of misinformation about the practice of Magick and Witchcraft and the religions and belief systems that embrace them, such as Wicca and Neo-Paganism. Much of this is perpetuated by those who simply don't know any better and, unfortunately, sometimes this misinformation is even touted about as truth by those who follow these paths and practices.

The Tarot Witch was my husband's and my response to the seemingly ever increasing amount of bad information. Allowing these misconceptions and lies to flourish does everyone who walks these paths a huge disservice and disrespects that which we hold sacred. As such, we are committed to providing only factual, quality information, in the hopes of maybe creating a small dent in the mountain of misinformation and perhaps providing you with another way of looking at things and some practical ideas to make your path something you truly walk on a daily basis.

Every Dark and Full Moon The Tarot Witch featured new articles on a variety of topics such as Magick & Witchcraft, Divination, Wicca & Paganism, the Occult, Astrology, and Metaphysics. Though the site has now been dissolved, all articles can be found here.

New articles will continue to be added every Dark and Full Moon to this section. We hope that you find these articles informative. 

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Divination & Metaphysics

How-to on various divination methods as well as information on metaphysics and things of a psychic nature.

The Emphasis on Psychic Abilities
The I-Ching: the Book of Changes
Pendulums: a Brief How-to
The Psychic Senses
Scrying
Tarot is not Meant to Run your Life
Working with Crystals

Magick & Witchcraft

Magick is the act of consciously and deliberately causing a desired change. It involves tapping into the energies around us, harnessing them, and then releasing them. Witchcraft is the craft of the Witch, and is the art of using magick. Various tools and objects may be used to facilitate working magick, such as candles, herbs, and crystals. But the true Witch knows that they are just tools and not necessary, for the ability to tap into this power is inherent in all of us and all that is truly required to work magick is focus and a strong will.

Though prominent within the religion of Wicca, the practice of magick and/or witchcraft needn't be confined within a religious or even spiritual practice. It is a craft that can can be melded with any religion or practiced as is.

Candle Spells, part 1 and 2
Color Magick
The Elements
Honesty and Integrity: a Witch's Constant Companions
The Importance of Making your own Tools
The Joys of a Found Stone: Witchcraft on a Budget #2
Learning to Work with Energy
Magick & the Mundane
The Tools of Wicca & Witchcraft
Winter Magick
A Witch's Book of Shadows
Witchcraft on a Budget, #1

The Moon

A source of wonder and awe for as long as humans have roamed the Earth, the Moon has been worshipped as both a Goddess (such as Artemis, Diana, Isis, and Bendis,) and a God (such as Mani and Mjesjac.) Within Neo-Paganism, the Moon is most often associated with the Feminine and is a common symbol for the Feminine Divine. Regardless, to this day, the Moon continues to inspire and effect us. 

The Dark Moon
Dark Moon Meditation for Kids
Dark Moon vs, New Moon- What's the Difference?
Lady Luna
The Lunar Cycle
Solitary Full Moon Ritual

The Wheel of the Year

The Wheel of the Year is divided into eight spokes marking the eight Sacred Days common to Wicca and Neo-Paganism. Each of these days marks a significant change in the energies of the Natural World. Observing and celebrating these changes allows us to harmonize ourselves with the world around us and create a greater sense of internal balance and peace.

Information on the Sabbats, or Holy Days, common throughout Wicca and many Neo-Pagan practices.

Wicca, Paganism, & Spirituality

These articles focus on the Religious and Spiritual aspects, acknowledging the need for delineation and differentiation, as well as looking at spirituality, in general, and the need for the Sacred in all of our lives. Some articles cross-over with Witchcraft so please check the Magick & Witchcraft section for other articles that may interest you.

Altars
Composing a Ritual
The Emphasis on Psychic Abilities
How to Cast a Circle
Including Children in Ritual
Karma vs. the Law of Three
Magickal Symbolism: Fertility Unveiled
Prayers vs. Spells
The Rite of Wiccaning
Ritual: a Reminder of the Sacred
Ritual Construction
Sacred Space
Setting Up an Altar
The Tools of Wicca & Witchcraft
Your Path: None Can Choose for You