S6E3 - Experiential Witchcraft, Mentorship & Building an Intuitive Practice ft. Jamie Della, author of "Box of Magick"
Nov 12, 2023
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Jamie Della, author of Box of Magick, joins the Magick Kitchen podcast to discuss the role of mentorship in witchcraft and the importance of an intuitive practice. They touch on topics like crafting spells, blending correspondences, and the power of personal experience in deepening one's magical journey. The speakers also highlight the need for legal changes against outdated laws and share insights on locational astrology and deity work.
Mentorship is crucial in witchcraft, providing lifelong learning and support for practitioners.
Witchcraft should be embraced as a way of life, going beyond surface-level engagement.
Personal experience and growth shape and evolve one's craft, surpassing the importance of years practiced.
Deep dives
The Importance of Mentorship and Deepening the Practice
The podcast episode discusses the significance of mentorship in witchcraft and the importance of deepening one's practice. It emphasizes the need for a connection between mentors and mentees, highlighting the value of lifelong learning and support. The episode encourages witches to go beyond the superficial aspects of the craft and embrace it as a way of life. It also explores the idea of being part of a community and belonging to the land and its spirits. The conversation touches on the evolution of witchcraft and the shift towards a more intuitive and folk-like approach to practice.
The Journey of Box of Magic
Author Jamie Della shares the inspiration behind her latest book, Box of Magic. She tells the story of how the book came to be, starting with a psychic reading that led her to reconnect with her late mentor, Connie Demaster's magical curricula. Jamie discusses the process of organizing and incorporating Connie's handwritten teachings into the book, which includes narration, memoir sections, spells, and rituals. Box of Magic follows the hero's journey and aims to guide readers on their own magical paths. Jamie also reflects on the importance of mentorship and the impact it can have on a practitioner's journey.
Living a Witchy Life and Embracing the Playfulness
The podcast delves into the idea of living a witchy life authentically and wholeheartedly. It encourages listeners to embrace the playful aspect of witchcraft and to find magic in everyday experiences. The hosts discuss the intuitive nature of their craft, where spells and rituals are often improvised rather than strictly following correspondences. They emphasize the importance of experiencing the magic of altars, land spirits, and other elements of nature. The conversation also touches on the joy of deepening one's connection with the spiritual world and finding empowerment through witchcraft.
The Importance of Experience in Witchcraft
The podcast episode discusses the significance of personal experience in witchcraft. The speaker emphasizes that being a witch is not about the number of years one has practiced, but rather the depth of experience and how it shapes and evolves over time. It is highlighted that memorizing correspondences is not enough; blending and understanding the synergies between different magical elements is crucial. The podcast also explores the concept of witchcraft as an experiential practice that affects and changes individuals, allowing them to grow and enrich their craft.
The Power of Slowing Down and Connecting with Nature
Another main idea presented in the podcast is the importance of slowing down and developing a deep connection with nature. The speaker shares personal experiences of working with land spirits, observing the rhythms of the natural world, and communing with the spirits of place. It is emphasized that by being attentive and present in nature, one can receive subtle messages and insights. The podcast also discusses the need to adapt and adjust magical practices based on the available resources and the specific attributes of the environment. Overall, the speaker encourages listeners to cultivate a sense of reverence for nature and to explore the magic and teachings that can be found in the natural world.
Join Elyse and Leandra in the Magick Kitchen as we welcome Jamie Della, author of Box of Magick. We're discussing the role of mentorship and how it inspires a magical path, and how witchcraft is an experiential practice that guides us to form an intuitive practice.
Learn more about Jamie at jamiedella.com and follow Jamie @jamiedellawrites on FB and Insta.
Herbalist, Tea Witch, Shadow Witch, Occultist, Blogger & Author Leandra Witchwood has 25+ years of working knowledge in the Craft. Her training began with Ceremonial Magick evolving into a more organic free-form style of Witchcraft. Her work includes Magickal Herbalism, Tea Magick, Shadow Work, and Kitchen Witchery. Leandra also writes books on Witchcraft. Learn more at www.LeandraWitchwood.com or www.TheMagickKitchen.com
Elyse Welles is a Greek-Egyptian and American earth intuitive witch and author. An initiate of the eclectic Faery Tradition, her practice is centered on connections to land spirits and sacred places (numina). She is also a monthly columnist for The Wild Hunt and Witch Way Magazine. Her debut novel, "What the Water Remembers," a paranormal mystery that empowers witches in and out of the broom closet, releases in autumn 2024. With ten years of experience, she teaches witchcraft workshops online, tours Greece's sacred sites, and is an intuitive tarot reader. Learn more @seekingnumina on Instagram, and seekingnumina.com
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