Merry meet!
Thank you once again to everyone who joined in for last week’s Weekly Witchy Challenge - The Divine Masculine
As the sun sets, the moon rises- after exploring an energy of strength and action last week, for this week’s challenge we will sink in to and uncover an energy of grace and receival.
The theme for this week’s challenge honors the Full Moon and is…
The Divine Feminine
Exploring the role and purpose of feminine energy in our lives
What is Divine Feminine Energy?
Divine Feminine Energy is the energy of the universe associated with receival- it is a passive, accepting force that flows and adapts like water. In tune with emotions, this energy is able to both gently nurture or rage like an ocean storm. The Divine Feminine often represents the qualities of nurturing, healing, beauty, intuition, and empathy. It is related to Yin and Shakti. There are many ways to channel Divine Feminine energy, both on its own or to find balance with its other, equal universal energy (The Divine Masculine).
Divine Feminine Energy is one “flavor” of energy in the world around us and within ourselves. Regardless of biological sex or gender identity, this divine energy is a force that can influence and be used by anyone.
This week, we are exploring what the Divine Feminine means to us (as, per usual, definitions can vary and are always worth exploring for yourself!), how it manifests in our lives, and the ways that we can use divine energy within the Craft
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This week’s challenge is about exploring the Divine Feminine- but as always, how you do so is up to you!
So are you ready? Because it’s…
CHALLENGE TIME!
As you explore the theme this week, please remember that the Divine Feminine can be experienced and explored by anyone , regardless of their physical sex or the gender they identify as- it is a natural, important energy within the universe and within ourselves
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STEP 1 : Divine Feminine in Your Life and Practice ![:female_sign: :female_sign:](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/images/emoji/twitter/female_sign.png?v=12)
This challenge is all about exploring the divine feminine- but 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 challenge.
What comes to mind when you hear the word “feminine”? While some societal stereotypes around the world feminine may also carry into its magickal associations, in magick, “divine feminine” has many more connotations than simply describing the female sex.
Magickally, Divine Feminine Energy is related to Yin energy in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)- the Divine Feminine embodies water, acceptance, intuition, and healing, to name just a few of its applications in magick.
If it’s not an area you’re familiar with, consider learning more about Divine Feminine Energy this week- for your entry, feel free to share what you learned!
Alternatively, if the definitions around Feminine (or Masculine) Divine Energy don’t align with your personal practice and beliefs, please feel free to share your thoughts and how you define energy types- all personal views are welcome to be shared!
There are many deities, spirits, and entities associated with Divine Feminine Energy. While many are female, deities who are gender non-conforming or associated with divine feminine traits (such as water, wishes, the moon, healing, etc.) could also be viewed as having strong Divine Feminine Energy.
Here are a few suggestions you might learn about this week- feel free to look elsewhere and connect with other higher powers as well!
The Goddess’ Temple: Divine Feminine Myths & Symbols
The Triple Goddess: Mother, Maiden & Crone
11 Goddesses of the Forest, Wild Animals and Nature
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Magick of the Moon ![:full_moon: :full_moon:](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/images/emoji/twitter/full_moon.png?v=12)
This week, on Friday May 5th (plus/minus a day before and after, when the moon is close to 100% illumination), we will be blessed with a glorious full moon- the Full Moon of May, dubbed the Full Flower Moon
Since ancient times, the moon has been a symbol of femininity and the Divine Feminine- it is associated with numerous goddess, the sea, and magick in general. As a moon associated with beauty, abundance, and fertility, this month’s moon is an especially good one for Divine Feminine work!
The Full Flower Moon of May - Ritual
13 Esbat Rituals to Celebrate a Full Moon
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Magickal Feminine Correspondences ![:open_book: :open_book:](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/images/emoji/twitter/open_book.png?v=12)
The Divine Feminine has many correspondences in magick- these are things that relate to, call upon, and channel Divine Feminine Energy- from herbs to crystals, zodiac signs, planets, elements, and more!
Consider studying some new information, examining items you already have, or building your own associations for the Divine Feminine in your practice.
Water Element: Invocation Chant
Magickal Correspondence Charts
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… And More! ![:raised_hands: :raised_hands:](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/images/emoji/twitter/raised_hands.png?v=12)
The suggestions above are just a few ideas to help kickstart your creativity- if you feel called to explore Divine Feminine 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 ![:writing_hand: :writing_hand:](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/images/emoji/twitter/writing_hand.png?v=12)
Click here for a note about challenge inclusivity
Everyone is welcome to join the challenge by practicing magick in line with the current theme. For lurkers and those who don’t 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 ![:white_check_mark: :white_check_mark:](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/images/emoji/twitter/white_check_mark.png?v=12)
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? ![:thinking: :thinking:](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/images/emoji/twitter/thinking.png?v=12)
Click here to learn where to share your challenge entry
You are welcome to post it right here- just click “reply” to this post and write your experience in the text box that pops up!
Alternatively, you could create a new post in the forum (this is good for when you have a lot to share and/or would like to discuss aspects of your entry not related to the current theme)
Note : If you do choose to create a new thread, please add the “challenge-entry” tag and/or add a hyperlink back to this post so that it can be easily found- thank you!
Deadline ![:spiral_calendar: :spiral_calendar:](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/images/emoji/twitter/spiral_calendar.png?v=12)
This challenge will close in 6 DAYS ![:exclamation: :exclamation:](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/images/emoji/twitter/exclamation.png?v=12)
To join in, please share your experience by:
Tuesday, May 9 at 7:00 AM CET (Central European Time)
( Time Converter: 2023-05-09T05:00:00Z)
(Note that the time zone is CET- if you don’t see your time displayed above, you can use this time zone calculator to check for your time zone!)
Prizes ![:gift: :gift:](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/images/emoji/twitter/gift.png?v=12)
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 the 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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Heartfelt and giving, graceful and kind,
The Divine Feminine is in your heart and your mind.
By magick and moonlight, it will help you to shine-
Treasure it dearly, and be blessed by the divine!
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Blessed Be!