Challenge Entry #7: A Journey of Change – Doctrina et crescente
Embracing the Journey: My Path in Magick
For this entry, I am sharing my journey into magick and how it has shaped me over the years. It’s been a path filled with discoveries, challenges, and growth, and I hope my story can inspire or resonate with some of you.
What Led Me to Believe in Magick
I’ve always believed that magick is real. To me, it’s simply a matter of our current level of understanding and science not being able to explain what is happening. This belief has been a constant in my life, even when I wasn’t actively practicing.
Taking the Leap into Practice
The decision to begin practicing magick came during a time when I felt particularly lost. I found myself thinking a lot about religion and spirituality, trying to find a path that resonated with me. After much reflection, I made a full circle and returned to Wicca, which my mother practiced when I was a teen. It felt like coming home to something familiar and powerful.
Overcoming Challenges
One of the biggest hurdles I’ve faced in my practice has been living in the South. Deciding to openly practice witchcraft was a significant challenge because many people here view it as “the devil’s work” rather than understanding its true nature. Despite this, I chose to embrace my path openly, which has been both difficult and rewarding.
Celebrating Achievements
My biggest achievement in my practice has been learning to adapt as changes occur. I’ve changed the main focus of my path several times and have worked with different deities along the way. This adaptability has made my practice more resilient and meaningful, allowing me to grow in ways I hadn’t anticipated.
Reflections and Regrets
If there’s one thing I regret on my magickal journey, it’s that I was stubborn and refused to accept my path because “I didn’t want to be like my mom.” This resistance cost me a good 20 years of deeper connection with my practice. If I could go back, I wouldn’t have let my desire to be different from her stand in the way of embracing my true self.
Personal Transformation
As a witch and magick user, I’ve become an eclectic pagan, learning to keep what works for me and discard what doesn’t. This flexibility has allowed me to tailor my practice to fit my life and needs perfectly.
On a personal level, magick has taught me to set boundaries with others and to “roll with the punches” while knowing that I have the power to make changes in my life. This balance of acceptance and empowerment has been incredibly transformative.
Final Thoughts
My journey into magick has been a winding road filled with lessons and growth. I’m grateful for every step, even the difficult ones, because they have led me to where I am today. I hope that sharing my story encourages you to embrace your own path, with all its twists and turns, and to find the magick that resonates with your soul.