@Amaris_Bane Hooray! 
@AileyGrey Omg youāre RIGHT! 
We truly have gone full circle now 
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I understand completely. Astrology can be extremely overwhelming. Itās taken me years to understand what I do of it, and that still seems like just a drop in the bucket.
And then I was introduced to sidereal astrology, sometimes referred to as Eastern astrology like that used by the Hindus. And then came again the overwhelm. Iām not even the same sun sign in sidereal astrology!
I hope you donāt let the overwhelm stop you from continuing to learn all you can about astrology. Itās a long and winding road, but so far Iāve found it to be most helpful in helping find my way on my path as a witch. 
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Oh, Iām not letting it stop me! Iām just going to have to revisit it when I have more knowledge under my belt. I have very basic knowledge of astrology as Iāve just begun learning. Itās something Iāve always been interested in but never really took an active step to learn about. The last few months my cards and various signs have been pointing to be trying something new, outside my comfort zone so Iām taking the plunge. I know it will be a long process but I enjoy learning.
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Honestly, I couldnt get passed the first few pages & abandoned the book to start reading Hands of Light by: Barbara Brennan.
Hands of Light is a good book once you have the basics of the main 7 Chakras. This goes much more in depth & has some great exercises & meditations. There are also questions at the end of each chapter to review what it was about each time. I found that helpful because I have cognitive impairments.
It was written from her experoences point of view & scientists that have done research in the area of energy healing. It made me realize that some things that have been revealed much more intensely & some that hadnāt been used due to blockages, that I am highly emapthic in multiple ways & have been since I was younger but either thought it happened to everyone or didnāt know what it was I just did it. There are 2 other books by the same author in almost a trilogy regarding healing.
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Reading shouldnāt be a chore- good for you for recognizing that it was time to set that one aside and pick up a new one, Siofra! It sounds like Hands of Light has a lot of exciting content- I hope you continue to enjoy it! 
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I am about 20 pages away from finishing Mindfulness - so close and yet so far! 
I tried to finish in one epic reading session last night but I fell asleep lol. I could probably write a review at this point, but Iām determined to finish this one! So Iāll plan my review for next week 
Hope everyone enjoyed/is enjoying their books! 
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Oh no, I finished Hands of Light, but do you think I can find a review for itā¦umā¦ noā¦ so I will have to, I donāt know what for that oneā¦ I really thought I did a review for it before I started the 2nd book 
I havenāt finished the
I just had a lot going on & while I did read when I could, Iām about halfway through it. I love it so far. Itās written from her own experience & then shares what she has learned over the many years of practicing & learning she has done. It definitely makes me feel more in tune with my practice.
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Donāt look at me over here as I havenāt finished any of my booksā¦ I will be continuing them into the next session!
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Book Title and Author: Green Witchcraft: Folk Magic, Fairy Lore, & Herb Craft by Ann Moura
Status? : Finished
My overall rating of the book : 8/10
How does this book relate to my magickal practice: As a green witch, this book is a great introduction to Green Level magick ā herb craft and folk magic
My personal thoughts/opinions: Ms. Maura does an excellent job of explaining Green Witchcraft as elements of modern Witchcraft and neopaganism. Her style of writing is easy to follow and understand. She explains how her family has historically done things but also how things are performed in other practices such as Wicca. Throughout the book she stresses that it is up to the practitioner to determine what is right for them. Within the book, she also gives several example rituals to use for each of the sabbats, the esbats, handfasting and handparting, dedication ritual, and a initial/re-dedication ritual.
An interesting quote from the book: I couldnāt choose one so here are a few that stood out to me.
āThe conversation between the practitioner of the Craft and the Deities is ongoing and the rituals are for our benefit, not theirs ā they do not need nor require them.ā
Related: āā¦these celebrations are not done for the Lady and the Lord, but for us. They do not need or requires worship and offerings. You do not need rituals when you can simply let your own energies blend and flow with those of surrounding nature to communicate with the Divine.ā
āThere is no room for fearfulness, doubt, or negativity regarding what nature has to offer, and from this comes the ability to feel the presence in all things. Divination of any type becomes a daily activity that is a communication with all of nature and the Lady and the Lord.ā
"Whenever there is something negative in the reading, I use that as a message to direct some positive energy into an area of my life or the lives of those dear to me. There is nothing wrong with foreboding in the cards simply because things can be changed. "
āā¦it is what you put into the spell that makes it work not just a combination of ingredients.ā
All in all, would I recommend this book?: Yes, I think it is a great read for anyone interested in green magick.
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Book Title and Author: Everyday Tarot by Brigit Belmont
Status: Finished
My overall rating of the book: 15/10!!
How does this book relate to my magical practice: I wanted to learn more about using the tarot in my everyday life. The author who wrote this also founded Biddy Tarot and Iāve heard great things about her teaching.
An interesting quote from the book: āSelf-discovery comes from having a conversation with yourself, just as you would anyone else you were getting to know better. In that way, the Daily Tarot exercise goes well beyond mindfulness; it is the crux of self-discovery through tarot. And, if you ask me, that makes it one of the most important pieces in the book. Self-discovery builds the trust needed to rely on the intuitive messages that come through the Tarot practices weāll be discussing in the chapters to come.ā
All in all, would I recommend this book?: Yes! This is less a book about the tarot and more about intuition and reclaiming your power through tarot. Itās got wonderful little rituals you can do and meditations, itās just great!
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Book Title and Author: Casting Sacred Space: The Core of All Magical Work by Ivo Dominguez Jr.
Status: Not finished.
My overall rating of the book: 3 out of 10.
How does this book relate to my magical practice: I was hoping to learn new techniques for casting circles and creating sacred space. I might have if I could get through it. The book goes way over my head and is not a fun thing to read, more like punishment really. I just canāt get through it.
An interesting quote from the book: āCentering is finding balance and true identity within yourself while being open to the flow of energy.ā
All in all, would I recommend this book?: Nope.
Guys, Iām sorry, I just couldnāt with this book. I wanted to so desperately but I kept getting distracted by other shiny things to read. LOL!
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Hey, thereās no shame in not finishing a book, especially if you canāt read it or it isnāt interesting to you. Reading should be fun, entertaining, and educational!
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Well, if I didnāt just find a new book to addā¦ I have been reconnecting with one of my tarot decks & this would definitely come in handy as I work on my intuition & reclaiming my powerā¦ itās really just an ongoing process of transformation over the last 2 years
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Book Title and Author: Green Witchcraft II: Balancing Light & Shadow
Status?: Still Reading, about 1/3 way through
My overall rating of the book: so far 6/10, lots of good information with meditations and rituals to perform along the way but the focus so far has only been on the dark/shadow side.
How does this book relate to my magickal practice?: As a green witch, this is my practice. In addition, Iāve been needing to explore the darker side of magick to understand it.
My personal thoughts/opinions: Iām enjoying the book so far (if all the flags give it away, lol). Right off the bat the author points out that by learning both the light and dark sides of magick, you function as a while being - connecting with the whole of nature and the universe. She reinforces my belief that there is no devil in the Craft and that evil lies in human intent.
An interesting quote from the book: āTo hate another person because that person has something you think you lack will only drain you of your power. That person, too, is part of the All. Success will come only if you work for your Self, not against anotherās Self.ā
All in all, would I recommend this book?: Unsure at this moment. While Iām enjoying the information, Iām not far enough in to know if the whole book is worth reading.
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Book Title and Author: The Old Girlās Book of Spells: The Real Meaning of Menopause, Sex, Car Keys, and Other Important Stuff
by Cal Garrison
Status?: Finished
My overall rating of the book: 10/10
How does this book relate to my magickal practice?: Itās full of practical everyday spells for the everyday needs of Witches in the Crone stage.
My thoughts and opinions: I loved it! The writerās sense of humor is awesome as she delivers hard truths about agingā¦she makes it all seem much more lighthearted and normalized than usual.
Some interesting quotes from the book:
All in all, would I recommend this book?: If youāre in the Crone stage I absolutely recommend this book!
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Iām so glad youāre enjoying The Witch Wavelength- it sounds like itās not only a great read, itās helping you evolve your practice too! I hope it continue to be fun for you, Siofra 
Hahaha I know that feeling very well- sometimes life gives us time to read, and other times it has other plans for us! No worries at all! I hope you continue to enjoy your books, Megan
It sounds like I would really resonate with the tone of the author- from what youāve said, she writes in a really approachable and friendly way! Thanks so much for sharing your review, Amaris! 
FIFTEEN OUT OF TEN!!! 
The scales have broken- we have a winner, folks! 
Hahaha I am thrilled that you found such a great read, Amethyst!!! It sounds like Everyday Tarot has advice that goes through tarot and beyond- it sounds like a valuable read for anyone hoping to improve and enhance their intuition Thanks for your review!
One great and one not-so-great book- I suppose thatās balance, huh? Hahaha no worries at all about setting this one aside- I think we all find ourselves with things that just arenāt as appealing as other things on the bookshelf!
Thanks so much for your honest review- I hope the next book you find will be a much more enjoyable one for you!
You are really embracing your Green Witchery, Amaris- good for you! 
I hope the focus shifts more towards the aspects you want to learn about- may the rest of the book keep getting better! Happy reading 
What a title for a book! It definitely has me intrigued Iām not quite in my Crone years yet, but itās really hearetening to know there is soo quality content out there that addressing important factors during this stage of lifeās journey.
Iām really glad you enjoyed the book, August- thank you very much for sharing your review!
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Book Title and Author: Mindfulness by Domyo Sater Burk
Status? : Finished (yay! )
My overall rating of the book : 10/10
How does this book relate to my magickal practice?: Mindfulness is something in my practice that I have been working to enhance and increase. I got this book in hopes that it would help me focus more and encourage my meditations as well! 
My personal thoughts/opinions: I really enjoyed this book. Iām not a fast reader these days and it took me a while to get through it, but it was worth it! I love the writing style Domyo uses and how she approaches each topic from multiple points of view and perspectives.
Just a note that she does come from a Buddhist background, and this book takes a Zen approach to mindfulness and meditation. Itās usually very general, but Buddhism is mentioned by name several times throughout. As my own background is in Zen Buddhism this actually helped me relate more to the approaches, but I can see how it might be offputting at times to those who practice mindfulness in tandem with other religions.
An interesting quote from the book: (I bookmarked several passages I really liked- here are just a few!)
āThe absence of things can call extra attention to whatās still present- and all of your questions about itā¦ Pushing the edges of your comfort zone may help you tap into the wonderful, spacious experience from childhood of just being.ā [pg. 146]
āMindfulness allows you to experience life directly, without the duality of ideas. You donāt even have to fight ideas; you just have to return to awareness of the present moment. Life is real. Ideas and words are just creations to describe it so we can communicate with one another.ā [pg. 205]
All in all, would I recommend this book?: Yes! A resounding yes to anyone looking to develop their mindfulness and/or meditation practice. Especially for those who havenāt been clicking with mindfulness and want a new, holistic perspective. And one additional yes to anyone who has an interest in the Zen style of meditation but arenāt sure where to start.
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This book has been on my list for a while but Iāve been hesitant to pull the trigger. Iām definitely going to purchase it now! Thanks for the review.
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This is exactly how I know Iām not really into a book that I think Iām into! I absolutely love Stephen Kingās Dark Tower series. But when the fourth book, Wizard and Glass, I had to attempt to read it six times before I could finish it. 8 kept picking up other books asking the way. Finally when over a week holiday (it came out in '97 when I was a wee lass, ), I forced myself to read itā¦ Only to learn that like the first couple and last couple chapters actually added although to the story line. The rest was King trying to write a romance and it was bad. Itās the only one of the series I didnāt keep and havenāt re-read.
After that though, I learned that if I try to start a book and it takes me more than 2 attempts, give it up. I give myself 2 because sometimes life happens.
So least you liked the book by Biddy Tarot!!
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