Welcome!
Thank you once again to everyone who joined in for the previous Weekly Witchy Challenge - Itās Time for Time Magick
Although the clock has stopped for that challenge, itās time to step up and introduce a brand new theme. One where the spotlight is on⦠YOU!
The theme for this weekās challenge was suggested by the lovely @Medea and isā¦
Magickal Names
A magickal name (also called āwitch nameā) is a name chosen by a witch to represent themselves in relation to their practice. They may use this name publically, within their magickal community, when working with deities or spirits, or keep it personal to themselves.
Some witches choose a magickal name when they complete their Initiation while others choose to let a name develop or find them when they feel they are ready. Some decide to change their magickal name to reflect their current interests, while others may choose not to take on a magickal name at all.
At the end of the day, a magickal name is a personal choice that can represent you and your practice. When, how, and whether or not to take on a magickal name are completely up to the individual witch!
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This weekās challenge is all about exploring the concept of magickal names- but as always, how you do so is up to you!
So are you ready? Because itāsā¦
CHALLENGE TIME!
Picture from 375 Witch Names (That You Will Love)
STEP 1 : Exploring Magickal Names
This challenge is all about magickal names- but just like choosing a name, how you choose to take on this theme is up to you!
Still not sure where to begin? To help you get started, here are a few ways in which a witch might approach this challengeā¦
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For those who are searching for a magickal nameā¦
Have you felt drawn to claiming a magickal name for yourself? This is a great opportunity to begin or buckle down on your search!
For a solid introduction to magickal names and how to begin finding one for yourself, check out this helpful guide:
How to Choose Your Magickal Name
From there, you might begin collecting things that are meaningful to you. Pull out your Book of Mirrors or other Witch Journal and start making a list of symbols, sigils, deities, words, topics, animals, items, and more. This list can help you find any trends or key themes that could lead you to a great name!
Some Journal Prompts to help get your creativity flowing:
ā Do you have a favorite crystal, herb, or animal?
ā Do you identify as a certain type of witch?
ā Is there a particular path or tradition you follow (it could be spiritual, religious, or otherwise)?
ā Are there any deities, spirits, or higher powers that you work with?
ā Is there a magickal color that you relate to or want to embody?
Please donāt feel rushed in finding your magickal name! This challenge is simply about exploring the concept- you do NOT have to find a magickal name this week in order to succeed at this challenge. Enjoy your search and know that you will find your name when the time is right!
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For those who have already found a magickal nameā¦
If you are comfortable doing so, please feel free to share your magickal name and the story of how you came to find it (or how it found you)
You might reminisce on how you choose the name you did, offer tips or advice to those who are still looking for a name to connect with, or perhaps reflect on how your magickal name represents you as a person/your unique magickal path
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For those whom a magickal name isnāt for themā¦
Not every witch chooses to take on a magickal name (and thatās perfectly fine!). If you have chosen to not pursue a magickal name for any reason, feel free to share why that is!
For this challenge, you might consider sharing the other ways you like to represent yourself and your practice. What things (be it items, deities, symbols, sigils, etc) represent you?
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⦠And More!
The suggestions above are just that- simple suggestions! If you feel called to explore magickal names in another way, please feel free to do so!
As always, all witches are encouraged to embrace their own unique practice with how they explore the theme
STEP 2 : Share Your Experience
Click here for notes about challenge inclusivity
Everyone is welcome to join the challenge by practicing magick in line with the current theme. For lurkers and those who donāt feel comfortable sharing, it is absolutely okay to follow along with the challenge but keep your entry personal. Feel free to join in spirit and do what feels most comfortable for you!
That being said, please know that if you would like to receive a prize and a public shout-out, it is required that you share your experience.
Getting Your Credit
In order for your entry to be counted, all you have to do is write/share about your experience and label it as your challenge entry. There is a lot of chatting here (which is awesome- chatting and discussion are very welcome!) so please clearly write that it is your entry so I know to count it!
Where Should I Share My Entry?
Click here for instructions on where to share your entry
You are welcome to post it right here- just click āreplyā to this post and write your experience in the text box that pops up!
Alternatively, you could create a new thread in the forum (doing so keeps your entry separate and is a good option if you have a lot to share)
Note : If you do choose to create a new thread, please add the āchallenge-entryā tag and/or add a hyperlink back to this post so that it can be easily found- thank you!
Deadline
This challenge will close in 6 DAYS
To join in, please share your experience by:
Tuesday, January 17 at 7:00 AM CET (Central European Time)
( Time Converter: 2023-01-17T06:00:00Z)
(Note that the time zone is CET- if you donāt see your time displayed above, you can use this time zone calculator to check for your time zone!)
Prizes
For their efforts, all participants will receive a special shout-out and a small prize!
Acknowledgments will be given in a Props and Presents Post that will appear in the forums on Tuesday.
After the challenge closes, you are still very welcome to post but please be aware that no additional prizes will be given. This discussion will remain open for about a week after the challenge finishes.
A warm reminder that all challenges are designed to be very open- everyone is encouraged to participate in a way that honors and reflects their unique practice
If you have any doubts about if something is acceptable to post or say, please double-check with the Forum FAQ and/or reach out to your friendly Moderator Team .
And for those new to challenges- welcome! Know that the goal of these activities is to help you further diversify and strengthen your abilities and to bring together the Spells8 forum family to inspire and support one another in creative ways
Picture from Pixabay
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A name is a symbol, something to tell who is who,
It can be many things that define the great you!
So may your name be a home in which you reside,
May it be something you can wear with great pride.
Like a light in the dark that leads you true-
May your name represent what makes you you!
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Blessed Be!