šŸŽÆ Weekly Witchy CHALLENGE - Tactical Magick

I just tried this with the hanged man and the situation of feeling stuck with situation regarding work ( specifucally the issue with overload with study) and this was the cards i gotā€¦
Behind: 4 of pentacles ( cause of feeling stuck)
Hanged man : indicator card
In front: the tower ( solution?? )

I also had a look at the death card which i found was also feeling stuck but rather was focused on what needed to let go of and what focus on rather that cause n solution. Hanged man i see as being stuck n patience to go through it and death more what needs to die or let go of n what need to focus on to move forward. And i got

Behind: 4 of wands ( what to let go of) revesed
Death: indicator card (reversed) not dure if significant or if should read it opposire direction as all reversed
Infront : justice ( what to focus on )

Msybe im being influenced by lenormand but now a little like a grand tableau looks at significator xards n those aroynd it im now looking at other adpects around the question finding strength and taking note of cards around to belief in myself or stop self doubt in going forward in the situation such as strength

Or looking into the people making the decision n their intentions behind the delay or decision makinf or this situation in general by looking at cards around the magician

Now im looking for the chariot for advice on how to move forward. And down the rabbit hole i go with a new way to use tarot :joy::grin::smile:


Ill need to figure out what it all means moving forward but i like this method. . I just need to remember to put the cards pull out back in right spot incase i need to read something that is close to adjoining cards to anothef 3 card grouping. I was lucky in this case.

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Itā€™s time for a friendly reminder:

:exclamation: This challenge will soon close :exclamation:

If you would like to participate and havenā€™t done so already, please post about your challenge experience(s) by the deadline:

ā†’ November 15th, 7:00 AM CET (Central European Time)



Sometimes applying tactical magick comes easily, while other times a big part of strategic magick is strategically finding ways to be strategic! As always, the coven rose to the challenge- Iā€™m giving a standing ovation to the entries already shared. You are all very clever and creative! :clap::heart:

If you havenā€™t already shared an entry but would like to join in, this is your friendly reminder that you still have a bit of time left to do so!

Blessed Be! :dart::sparkles:

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Tactical Magic ā€“ Challenge Entry

November 14, 2022

Since working with my providersā€¦ I realized that I have a habit of holding onto energy. I am currently learning ways that work for me to release it. One type of energy that I will hold onto and starts to affect me at home, regardless of whether it has anything to do with the people I am around, is anger or sometimes it can be a rage. I can feel it, I know itā€™s there, I feel it moving and my body language will change and verbal responses. I have to release it, or it continues to build and manifest outwardly when I know thatā€™s not what I want to convey or project until somehow it comes out on its own. I used to stay home and closed off by trying to journal my heart outā€¦ physically thoughā€¦ it was still there running through my physical body and I needed to find ways to get it out.

I started by grounding and verbally setting my intention to release the energy, something a good friend of mine suggested to help with this is a ā€œProgressive Muscle Relaxation Body Scanā€ meditation :woman_in_lotus_position:ā€¦ I found several on Insight Timerā€¦ and I also found that it works best if I am laying down with calming crystals beside me and Selenite pieces at my feet as well as above my head with a clear quartz point at each end pointed away from my physical body. (Close to a human crystal grid I guess)

I then made my intention clear, to release the pent-up anger or rage energy that was adversely affecting me because it had to do with past experiences, not the here and now or the family I have around me.

(I had taken kickboxing before my body decided that it wanted to progressively cause other issues)

I still have my kickboxing kick pad, punch pads, and heavy bag. I wanted to release the energy I could feel building and leftover in my chest, arms, and hands. I asked my husband to help me. He was more than happy to do this with me.

We got my gloves, and he held he punch pads for me. At first, it was slowā€¦ remembering the different punches :facepunch: and modifying my stance and how I would go through with the actions. Since he knows my past trainer and my current abilities, he had asked him the best way to restart this exercise and held the pads, and guided me through each one while correcting anything that was off or changing something so I wasnā€™t falling over :laughing:

I put my gloves on (of course we are doing this in front of my bay window in the living room, so the neighbors must have been likeā€¦ what the hell is going on in there? :rofl:) I started slow to get the feel back and accuracy, then my husband would give me ā€œcombosā€ to do with one type of punch, then we worked on another type, then put them together or switched up how many of each I was doing with one side and the other.

I took a break; itā€™s been between 5 and 7 years since I have really done anything in the way of kickboxingā€¦ after about half an hour we got ready again and started over.

I would go as my husband told me the combinations to do and when to switch to a new one. We had come up with a way to name them and change them while I was doing them so I could do it kind of in a flow of sorts. Still sort of slow, but againā€¦ accuracy first then a little power behind them.

In the end, I went to our room and did another exercise to calm my breathing, work onā€¦ I guess a cool-down phaseā€¦ and then once I had gotten through a relaxation meditation :woman_in_lotus_position:ā€¦ journaled :pen: about the experience with him and how I felt afterward. I verbally set an intention for the rest of the day and set up my altar for a meeting with the Morrigan of gratitude. :hugs: :two_hearts:

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Thank you for the mantra @Jeannie1 and my love is overflowing to you! :brown_heart:

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If you drink some cranberry juice that will help with utiā€™s. I have kidney stones so I drink cranberry/cherry juice pretty often. it only takes a small cup and follow it up with water of course :wink: I hope you feel better :green_heart: @Jeannie1

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Challenge Entry

Things have been a bit of a jumble traveling for my half marathon, running it, and now recovering from it.

I did take some time this morning to figure out my entry for this challenge. Scrolling thru the suggested options, unsurprisingly my eye was caught by the Crea-tarot-ivity : A Motivational Card Spell which works well for me as it uses cards for the spell, is about motivation, requires some journaling and helps me work towards the success of my goal!

I chose my Grimalkin Tarot cleared my mind and shuffled the deck. I picked my card and said ā€œThis is the card I need to see, What is revealed is that I should be. Colors and shapes, symbols and art; my new path is about to start!ā€

I drew the Ten of Wands. Boy, is that ever me!! I have a tendency to do things the hard way to the point of frustration and giving up. This card is about pushing through and staying strong to achieve a goal, yes, but it does askā€¦ Am I making this harder than it needs to be? What other creative ways can I accomplish this goal without being overwhelmed?

I took some time to think about my situation and journaled some to think through it further.

I happened to pick up my Seed & Sickle Oracle deck as well and thought Iā€™d draw a card to finish the ritual. I ended up with two cards, ā€œstuckā€ to each other. Verbena (the top card) and Lavender (the card I saw first).

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Iā€™ve got my fingers crossed for you that it all goes well! :crossed_fingers:

I love these Jeannie! :heart: I think you did an amazing job!

What an interesting synchronicity! :astonished: I hope the spells you chose to cast have worked in your favor if youā€™ve cast them yet. If not, youā€™ve got my wishes for successful spellwork! :pray: :sparkles:

This is interesting! Iā€™ll admit I have no idea what QiGong is but now that Iā€™ve heard of it, Iā€™ll look into it some more. Do you recommend this particular 12 week challenge for someone that knows nothing about it?

Great challenge entry! I love the way you touched on both offensive/defensive magick and glamours, because depending on your perspective, both can be tactical! :clap: Wonderful!

Thatā€™s amazing! :clap: It sounds like your little spell with the amethyst and good luck definitely worked in your favor :blush:

Oh my Gods :laughing: I love this spell so, so much! Itā€™s so adaptable, too, for just about any occasion :heart:

I love your routine ā€“ it seems like it works really well for you! I may have to add in a few things like that for my own home :blush: thanks for the inspiration!

Once again, Amethyst, youā€™ve impressed me with your way with words. Itā€™s beautiful! :sun: I hope Apollo came to your aid and youā€™ve been able to get over your writerā€™s block!

I love this! One thing Iā€™ve always wanted to do is incorporate more dance into my practice. Iā€™m extremely self-conscious though, even when Iā€™m dancing on my own, and itā€™s difficult for me. Hooray for you, though! :clap: :smiling_face_with_three_hearts:

This seems like a simple yet effective spell. I hope it worked well for you!

Oh no worries, Phoenix! You didnā€™t talk too much at all :blush: Your entry here is jam-packed with all kinds of good information. I hope your Tai Chi, tarot, and other studies are going well!

I love that you used kickboxing here as your challenge entry because itā€™s physically tactical but also, in the instance where youā€™ve used it, energetically tactical! :heart:

Wonderful job! :smiling_face_with_three_hearts: Also, those decks are gorgeous! :heart_eyes:

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@BryWisteria
I wasnā€™t going to enter, but here it is Monday afternoon, and I just now got an idea :thinking: for this challengeā€¦ sure took a long time!!! I hope to get it posted after I run my errands, later this evening.
With much love :heart: and big hugs :hugs:

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Yes @MeganB , it is low impact but flexes your body while you dwell on meditative things that are needed. Itā€™s a great way to incorporate low impact movement into meditative focus. Let me know if you try it, I love it!! :purple_heart:

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Oh thanks for sharing! I subscribed to her channel and will check her videos out tomorrow!

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Thank you! I got the chapter I wanted done. Now to get the next one! LOL!

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Welcome welcomeā€¦ you are going to love it here!! I do! Merry meet

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**Weekly Witchy Challenge - Tactical Magick - Entry


Tactical Magic Podcast


A Spiritual Warrior

A Spiritual Warrior is brave.
A Spiritual Warrior strips away their doubts and fears and works to overcome their shortcomings.
A Spiritual Warrior is kind and compassionate.
A Spiritual Warrior is driven to make the world a better place.
~ Inked Goddess Creations


Warrior Goddesses

  1. Andraste (British) ā€“ Goddess of victory in battle and ravens. She was worshipped by the Iceni tribe.
  2. Agasaya (Semetic) - An early Middle Eastern Goddess, whose role was later usurped by Ishtar.
  3. Alecto (Greek) - She is one of the Furies, as goddess of anger she influences human conflicts, inciting the Trojan war.
  4. Anut (Egyptian) - A warrior goddess, defender of the Sun God and protector or the Pharoah in battle.
  5. Artemis (Greek) - This virgin goddess stood up for her rights to chastity and to live according to her own values.
  6. Athena (Greek) - A great battle strategist, however she disliked pointless wars and preferred to use her wisdom to settle disputes. She also sponsored and advised many of the heroes in Greek mythology.
  7. Bast (Egyptian) - The war goddess of the Lower Niles, she protected the Pharaoh and his warriors during battle. As the cat goddess she is also very protective of the young.
  8. Badb (Irish) - A shape- shifting goddess who symbolizes life, death, wisdom and inspiration. She is an aspect of the goddess Morrigan.
  9. Bellona (Egyptian) ā€“ Goddess of destructive warfare and sibling/partner of the war God Mars.
  10. Durga (Hindu) ā€“ Fierce, demon fighting goddess and protector.
  11. Enyo (Greek) ā€“ Goddess of Destructive warfare and sibling/partner of the war god, Ares.
  12. Eirene (Greek) - This Greek goddess of peace. She has the inner strength and wisdom to use diplomacy in the face of the warmongering deities.
  13. Freya (Norse) ā€“ As the goddess of war she was entitled to the souls of half of the bravest warriors. They spent the afterlife with her in the land of Folkvangr.
  14. Kali (Hindu) ā€“ Dark goddess of death, destruction and time. She is depicted with four arms, in one she carries a sword and another the head of a demon. She wears jewellery made from skulls and blood adorns her breasts.
  15. Macha (Irish) ā€“ The wild goddess who battles against injustice to woman and children.
  16. Menhit (Egyptian) - Considered by many historians to be an aspect of Sekhmet. Her name translates as ā€œshe who slaughter.ā€ Also known as Menchit.
  17. Minerva (Roman) ā€“ Roman equivalent of the goddess Athena.
  18. Morrigan (Irish) ā€“ A terrifying crow goddess associated with war and death.
  19. Nemain - (Irish) This war goddess represents the blood thirsty frenzy and chaos of war. Her battle cry alone had the power to kill.
  20. Nike (Greek) ā€“ Personification of victory in both battle and peaceful competitions.
  21. Pax - (Roman) - She was the personification of peace in Roman mythology.
  22. Pele (Hawiian) ā€“ Jealous, volcano goddess of destruction and violence.
  23. Sekhmet (Egyptian) ā€“ The lioness headed goddess of Upper Egypt her name means ā€œpowerful one.ā€ Also known as the ā€œlady of slaughterā€ because in her aspect as the ā€œeye of Ra,ā€ she stained the battlefields red with the blood of humans.
  24. Victoria (Egyptian) ā€“ She is the Egyptian version of the Greek goddess of Victory.
  25. Valkyries (Scandinavian) - These shapeshifting goddesses are associated with war. They travelled the battlefields, taking those who died valiantly in battle, to a glorious afterlife in Valhalla.
    ~ Goddess-Guide

Warrior Goddess Training Tips

  1. No longer abandon yourself
  2. Learn to love the beginnings and the endings
  3. Treat yourself as a temple
  4. Stay grounded and present
  5. Honor my sassy, sweet fire
  6. Own your strength and vulnerability
  7. Open your heart to all of life
  8. Speak your deepest truths
  9. Listen to the wisdom within
  10. Claim your unique path

~ HeatherAsh Amara

I just bought the Warrior Goddess Training Kindle book, I read a few pagesā€¦ If I could have decided to do this entry sooner I wouldā€™ve had more time to read this book! :upside_down_face:


This challenge has created a new belief and opened a new path for me to follow. Because I do healing, I now think that Iā€™m a Warrior of the Light and my sword is made of Healing Light!

With love :heart: and magick :dizzy: always

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This challenge is now CLOSED :exclamation:

Thank you so much to everyone who jumped in to explore Tactical Magick this week- despite being somewhat of an abstract concept, the coven really rose to the challenge! Itā€™s safe to say you all emerged victorious- great job to the Magickal Strategians, those skilled in the art of tactical and strategic magick! :tada: :trophy: :star2:

A Props and Presents post will soon appear with shout-outs and prize details for everyone who submitted an entry. Please keep an eye on the main page of the forums.

Note : To avoid confusion, this discussion will be locked until the Props and Presents post appears. At that time, this thread will reopen for discussion for a few more days- comments are welcome during this time, but please note that no additional prizes will be given.

Thanks again for joining in the challenge! :partying_face:

Blessed be! :dart: :sparkles:

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The challenge deadline has passed- thank you for joining in! :sparkles:

This thread has reopened for discussion and comments

The Props and Presents Post for this challenge is now live in the forum and badges have been sent to all entrants! :trophy:

ā†’ Props and Presents for the Tactical Magick Challenge

Thank you once again to all those who joined the challenge! :star2: Congrats to the Magickal Strategists! :dart:

This thread has been reopened for discussion- feel free to comment on the theme, ask questions or reply to entries! However, please remember that no additional prizes will be given out now that the challenge has officially closed. Thank you!

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Iā€™ve added it to my YouTube list of things to watch and participate in :heart: Thank you!

Thatā€™s awesome! Congratulations :clap: :partying_face: :sparkles: Good luck on the next chapter!

Marsha this is so much amazing information! I think youā€™re on the right path right there with being a warrior of the light :innocent: it fits you so, so well!

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I missed the deadline as I wasnā€™t aware of the time difference. But I did the card spell for creativity and success and it was so cool! For those who havenā€™t done it, you pull a card, donā€™t look at it, and then say this spell before looking at it:

ā€œThis is the card I need to see
What is revealed is what I shall be.
Colors and shapes, symbols and art-
My new path is about to start!ā€

Hereā€™s the card I pulledā€¦yes, Iā€™m laughing at the synchronicity of the universe and the random exactitude of tarot right now. :rofl: :smiling_face_with_three_hearts: :rofl: :smiling_face_with_three_hearts:

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I bought the Warrior of the Light book, thanks for suggestion, I love your challenge post, makes me also think about how I position myself within my own mind - how I interact with myself has been a journey.
Love, light and healing magick @marsha :blue_heart:

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