Wicca: A religion that’s perhaps the popularized form neo-paganism, thanks in large part to the so-called Father of Wicca, Gerald Gardner, who cultivated his specific ideology, now known as Gardnerian Wicca, in the mid-1900s. Whereas witches are typically thought of as women, many Wiccans are men and worship both a god and a goddess. What was initially thought of as an anti-monotheistic gesture, though, has more recently been criticized for espousing heterosexuality and the idea of a gender binary, which was, in part, what led to the emergence of Dianic Wicca, in the 1970s, for those who chose to only worship the goddess and to do so only in the presence of women—a policy that’s since proven to be problematic, as many of its covens prohibit transgender women. You feel you have psychic powers, your hands offer relief to others in the form of hands-on energy healing, your ‘clairs’ are opening, you often think of someone and find the person gets in touch, you manifest what you were thinking of, and you ‘know’ things intuitively. Or, do you feel like you have to be in an environment where candles and incense are burning? Do you feel like you have to be dressed in robes like others in your group, holding a sword or athame? You need to take time to determine which type of setting is most inspiring for your magical work to bear fruit. Set up a sacred space for an alter. It can be as fancy and adorned as you like, or it can be as simple as a space atop a bookshelf where you have room for your preferred candles and incense. Witchcraft is for everyone. No one is prohibited from practicing witchcraft. Some people want to act as gatekeepers, but the truth is that other people don't get a say in your personal beliefs and practices, no matter what they say. There are Atheist witches, Christian witches, Jewish witches, Luciferian witches, Wiccan witches, agnostic witches, etc. The only person who can decide what works for you is you.

Yoga, with its roots in ancient India, is more than just a physical exercise. For a white witch, it’s a way to harmonize the body, mind, and spirit, enhancing their magical workings by fostering a strong and clear channel between them and the universal energy. Halloween is right around the corner, but that’s not the only reason witches seem to be everywhere as of late. Increasingly, they’ve been popping up all over the place, from pop culture—see: Luca Guadagnino’s remake of the horror film Suspiria, Netflix’s remake of Sabrina the Teenage Witch—to the runways of Fashion Week (Celine and Burberry were just two of the seemingly dozens of brands that served up witchy vibes this past season alone). There are, of course, deeper things at play: Witchcraft and covens have also proven to be a source of solace and solidarity for some in the #MeToo era, following an increasing association between witches and feminism.You can get a more comprehensive guide to definitions via Shelley Rabinovitch and James Lewis’s The Encyclopedia of Modern Witchcraft and Neo-Paganism, a good portion of which is available on Google Books. Before that deep dive, though, any beginner should have at least cursory knowledge of the terms listed below. The allure of the mystical and ancient is a cornerstone in the journey of a white witch. It’s an inexplicable magnetism that pulls them towards symbols and practices that have stood the test of time, offering wisdom from generations past. I'm here to tell you that becoming a witch doesn't have to be some big, complicated, expensive process. The basis of witchcraft is about harnessing and manipulating energy to bring about change in the witch’s environment and life. So one of the first steps to becoming a witch is learning all about energy. Everything is made of energy and energy never stops moving. Visualization and meditation will teach you to focus your mental and emotional energy on an intention. Practice energy manipulation – there’s wonderful videos on YouTube and resources online on this topic. Work with crystals and simply try to tune into their unique energies, etc. Learn the various ways to raise energy for a spell: dancing, drumming, chanting, singing, visualization, praying, etc. For a spell to manifest, it must be sent into the ether. You can’t send your intentions into the ether without generating enough energy to break the barrier between mundane and spiritual. 5. Connection With Ancestors

New Witch? Confused? Read our advice for beginner witches. Often when people come to witchcraft they say they’ve “come home”. Which you would think would make the craft easy right off the bat. But in reality, it can be confusing. There’s a TON of information out there on the craft that wasn’t around when I was growing up. Sometimes there’s so much information that it becomes a daunting task to figure out what the first steps to becoming a witch even are. Let me reassure you – witchcraft is like being new to anything else: you have to study it, then practice it, and eventually it’ll come as second nature. It’s also about learning to tap into your intuition. First, Let’s Define Witchcraft You have already taken the first step by acting on your curiosity! The best thing you can do to get started is to keep reading up on Wicca and Witchcraft. You can read plenty of articles on the Internet, but do not forget to read as many books on the subject as you can, too. Borrow them from your local library or buy them at bookstores. Used bookstores in your area may have some rare books that give you more information and greater perspective than you can imagine. It’s important to notice the signs so you can better hone your intuition and humanity-healing powers.

What is a white witch?

It is sensitive to energy. Every individual can tune into their intuition, however, most people choose to ignore it. My first suggestion is to practice a pre-written spell. I know there are some who disagree with me, but it is my advice. There are some wonderful spells in Cunningham’s Earth Magic books, as well as in Judika Illes’ Encyclopedia of 5000 spells. Keep the spell simple: don’t choose a spell that requires elaborate ingredients or more than a few steps. You’re practicing, not performing for a crowd. Go easy on yourself then pump up the volume when you’ve mastered the basics. Record your spell steps, intention, timing, and the results (whether good, bad, or indifferent). Once you’ve tried a few pre-written spells, then move on to writing your own. You’ll find that it will come as second nature to you. Sometimes you’ll even learn to do a spell in the moment. Without research…based solely on your intuition and Spirit’s guidance. Simple Magic to Practice for Beginner Witches

Before making the commitment to become a white witch, you have to adhere to the very first and most important law regarding white witchcraft. That law states that anything a witch does shall not harm any person or any other living creature. And shall it harm none,” the rule states, “shall be the whole of the law.”

Let’s jump right into everything that makes you a white witch. List Of 17 Signs You Are A White Witch: #1 You Are Opening Up To Your Spiritual Powers If you are sure, after some time, that you not only want to become one but you feel as if you are a white witch, you can start getting going on committing to becoming a practitioner of the craft. Be patient with yourself. It is understandable that you might feel eager about becoming a witch right away. But, be patient. There is also divination witches, who try to interpret the future, mostly with tea leaves and other things. You need to trust your own power, and you need to learn how to harness your own abilities. You must learn what your strengths are and what you need to work on. You do not want to throw yourself immediately into a group that, as it turns out, is not practicing in a way that feels comfortable for you. Know yourself! It is truly one of the most important qualities any witch can possess. This ‘otherness’ is not about feeling superior or aloof; rather, it’s about experiencing the world through a unique lens, one that often leads them down less conventional paths.

Regional and esoteric witchcrafts, like Santeria, Stregheria, Fari, Pharmakos, and other cultural witchcrafts are also common, depending on where you live and your culture's traditions. If you've got a strong connection to place, research the local practices where you live. I'm here to tell you that becoming a witch doesn’t have to be some big, complicated, expensive process. You don’t have to get initiated into a pagan or Wiccan religion to become a witch. You don’t have to study for years and years before you can cast your first spell. You don’t have to go out and buy a cauldron and a million different kinds of incense. You don’t have to join a coven and spend every full moon dancing naked in the forests. I mean, you can if you want to, but none of those things are requirements to becoming a witch. All you have to do is CHOOSE to become a witch. Seriously—that’s it. No experience necessary. It doesn’t matter who you are, how your family raised you, or what you believe. Modern secular witchcraft offers witches an incredibly simple, fun, and easy way to perform powerful magic. That’s what you’ll learn in this easy-to-understand, totally approachable introductory guide to becoming a witch. You’ll also The essential step towards becoming a white magician is answering the inner prompting to do so. Then, learn all you can and practice with as much love and light as possible. White witches understand “the web of life”– that everything on the physical plane is deeply interconnected through the web of Spirit.If you have felt drawn to the world of witches, it is likely that you are one yourself. Actually, one never needs to become a witch so much as that person needs to draw out their natural magical abilities and focus their powers by way of using material things like tools and potions. This takes practice and it also takes being dedicated to witchcraft or paganism, as it is referred to often. Ask yourself what you want from your practice. This is something that will change over time. But, why do you want to be a witch? Are there specific things you want to change in your life? Do you see yourself helping others in the future with your abilities? What makes a person a white practitioner instead of simply an intuitive or medium? The decision to practice the craft, mostly. Many witches have the ability to communicate with those on the other side, yet they do not offer this ability as a service to others for a fee. Witches make use of their innate talents and abilities in all of the craft-work they do. An explanation of witchy terms like sabbats, esbats, grimoires, and covens. ◆How to use Law of Attraction and sympathetic magic to cast powerful spells. ◆How to set up a magical altar. ◆Simple methods for cleansing and charging your sacred space. ◆How to hone your ability to sense energy. ◆A brief guide to writing and performing your own spells. When they are with people, even if they do not read their facial expressions or know them very well, they can still determine what vibes they are letting out or how this individual feels.