Free Will Magick

Spells and Charms are methods for directing our own energy and asking the Universe to help us with a step along our path. They are very similar to prayer and meditation, because the goals are to focus ourselves and to request and draw in energy from a deity, the Universe, or whatever you prefer to call it. The ritual elements of spellcasting are there to help focus all of this energy in specific ways. Herbs can be used which have certain attributes and affinities which match the desired outcome. Spells are cast during certain times of the solar, lunar and astral cycles which also lend focus to the outcome. Words recited and actions performed all serve to focus as many different parts of ourselves as possible into the process of working towards our goal. There are magickal traditions around the world which vary according to the belief-systems behind them and the cultures in which they evolved. What is important is not which system you use, but which system you feel the most affinity for. A spell will always be more powerful when cast in the way that the caster identifies with, because in the end it’s the energy that matters, not the motions.

There are some very elaborate rituals for conjuring and spellcasting, but it’s usually best to cast only with the amount of ritual you can be comfortable with. If you’re busy trying to remember a list of hand-movements and a complicated incantation, then you’re not going to be focusing your mind and energy on the goal and the spell probably won’t work. Throughout history, when someone went to a wise-woman, shaman, or hedge-doctor for help, they would usually be given a powder, potion, or charm and a simple set of instructions for how to use it. Many spells require that the person who has the goal be actively involved in working for it, because the Universe is not set up to give us big things for no effort. “Folk Magick”, (as opposed to formal, ceremonial magick, which was generally the providence of Alchemists and Priests), is all about taking simple things and using them in practical ways. If you’ve ever thrown salt over your shoulder, or been careful not to pick up a penny if it’s wrong-side-up, then you’ve participated in a little of this tradition. Magick needs a connection to work, so often the things that you identify most closely with will actually work much more powerfully for you than things chosen just because they look mysterious, expensive, and/or sparkly.

As someone who not only performs spellwork professionally, (See Here), but who also sells handmade spell tools, (Here), and teaches lessons on magickal theory and technique, (Over Here), I’m obviously very interested in all of the different ways that magick fits and functions in our daily lives. I’ve been trying to figure out a good delivery system for the information that I distribute with my spell tools and kits and I’ve decided to open a category in this blog for the various articles, resources and lists. From now on if you look at the “Magick 101″ category, you’ll be able to find information about general spellcasting, basic magick theory, the use of the tools that I myself make and whatever other little tidbits I happen to toss in.

I’m hoping over time to accumulate a fairly extensive collection, so check back periodically. Also, please feel free to post a comment if there’s a topic that you’d like to learn more about, which I haven’t covered! There are some things that can still best be taught in one-on-one lessons, but I always encourage people to learn some of the basics on their own and I always talk about the free resources out there, to encourage people not to spend money before they need to. I might as well be a free resource, while I’m at it! ;)

An Important Disclaimer: I am an Eclectic Green Witch, which means that I draw on a number of different paths and practices in my own work, but do not belong to any of the many official magickal traditions. As such, I am an “authority” only on my own practices. This blog will include tips, tricks and suggestions from a number of different traditions, but it should not be taken as an authoritative source on any organized religion or tradition. If you decide that you’d like to follow an organized tradition yourself then please go to a member of that tradition for detailed, specific information. Always remember though that Real, Legitimate Religions will be happy to provide you with free information about their beliefs. If someone wants to charge you money to even learn enough to know if you’d like to join, they’re not religion; they’re a scam.

With the Holiday Season upon us a sale or two seems in order, so in honor of the new site and to celebrate Yule, Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, the New Year and My Birthday ;), here are Two! Both are good for the Entire Month of December and can either be used separately, or together on orders of $20 or more!

Looking for some Guidance? Enter “HOLIDAY” into the Coupon Code section of your Paypal Checkout and receive a 10% Rebate on your entire order!

Readings Make Great Gifts! Whether you’re sending some Spiritual Light to a friend, or giving a present to yourself, enter the Coupon Code “GIFT” and receive a 10% Rebate on your order!

If you’re ordering something for a friend, Let me know the name & email address of the recipient and I’ll deliver their Question Form and a Gift Message with your name, the week of the holiday you request! :)

Rebates will be issued in the form of a Paypal Partial Refund, within 24 hours of completed payment. One of Each rebate per person. Coupons may be combined on orders of $20 USD or More. Coupons good through December 31, 2009.

(Don’t forget to check out the FreeWillMagick Etsy Store too, for even more Magickal, Handmade Gifts!)

FreeWillMagick.com is getting a new look and some new features this weekend as my incredibly talented friend Jesse, (of JessLucid.com), finishes a lot of very beautiful work! I’m very happy to be taking this as an opportunity to implement a lot of lessons learned and adaptations explored since we launched this site a year and a half ago. Ordering will be streamlined, with some quick-buy buttons on the Index page, for those times when people don’t want to wade through a lot of text. There’s also a new shopping cart system, making it easier and more efficient when you’re ordering more than one item at a time. You can view selections from the FreeWillMagick Etsy store on the Spellwork page.

I just want to express my appreciation for all of the site’s friends, new and old. Those of you who’ve been along for the ride have been so supportive, offering feedback, encouragement and wonderful energy! We’ve had some great ideas and we’ve had some near misses… (12-Month Readings that take Months to complete, anyone…? Lol). I have been so grateful for your brightness, openness and care and I’m excited to be continuing this journey with you!