What Not to Say to Witches║Witchcraft

[@hinotenoakai]

We don't fit into any boxes, of course. Because everyone knows witches prefer jars.

[@Prettypoisonswitch]

Lol loved this!

[@luciasoosova2182]

big mood

[@emersonkinnally8211]

I love this

[@narwhaltulip9597]

Yaassss

[@alexandrarathert1839]

Yessss!

[@rosaruiz2082]

"Do some magic! Prove it to me!" I suspect a quick way to shut that down would be to respond, "Sure, give me a hair off your head, your full name, and your date of birth, and I'll get back to you" ;)

[@lightskinmcqueen]

will be using this🤣

[@emersonkinnally8211]

Same 😂

[@glendakathrein]

@Moon Child they're just saying that people don't believe and think its bullshit until you threaten to do put a hex on them, that doesn't mean they will

[@crystalthewolf8945]

Better yet, ask for their fingernails.

[@simplyregine6844]

🤣

[@michelemian594]

" You CAN'T be a witch, you're such a nice person!"

[@beowulfandstuff5547]

I've gotten that before from older people.

[@wkgames7516]

Omg stfu this is CRINGE

[@theMermaidRhonda]

I was at the fabric store getting fabric for an altar cloth and the girl cutting the fabric asked what I was making, so I told her. She said "Don't Witches wear all black and stuff?" I smiled and said "Not all of us." I had on a patchwork skirt and pink top.

[@user-gf7kc5fc5m]

Michele Mian, ha ha, yes, I get the same comment when I say I'm an atheist. I actually stopped declaring myself anything because it's easier 😊

[@TheDeviantWitchEtsy]

@@theMermaidRhonda i just recently had the same thing happen with altar cloths, but the person cutting was a witch too!!

[@nathanowen1328]

Can we please address that you don't need thirty generations on witches in your ancestry to be a practitioner? And you don't need to have been blessed by old man Gardner himself? That a lot of witches have never worked with a coven, and that self-dedication is both very real and very valid?

[@fruitjuicezzz]

Where do these people think those thirty generations started anyway? Someone had to have started without any pagan or witch ancestors

[@wompusslompus5424]

Straight up! Well said! I think so many people are wrapped up in feeling exclusively special. We're all special in our own right, but we also can relate to each other. No one needs to lord a badge that says they're the "Most" special over each other 🤦🏽‍♀️. I think it comes from a sense of insecurity, (and being scared about what happens if your badge is taken away) and honestly, that makes me sad. Knowing that you are enough and self-love are essential to not being a butt to others.

[@nyxspiritsong5557]

No kidding!

[@cwatsoncook1]

@@fruitjuicezzz I wonder where the witch of Endor mentioned in the Bible originated.

[@asterias8544]

Self study is INCREDIBLY powerful. To be able to wield magick without growing up learning it is an incredible feat. In many ways, independent, self taught witches can be more dedicated than bloodline witches.

[@lowwastehighmelanin]

"But you're Black, how can you be a witch?" 🙄 Oh as if my ancestors (who also include North American Indigenous people) didn't practice shamanism and African traditional religions??? K. I just laugh when I hear this and keep it pushing. It's very silly and microaggressive as well and I'm too old and crusty to care anymore.

[@jimidoodles]

My mums side is Native American I think thats where I get most of my stuff from and Welsh is pretty good for magic too as is Germany I grew up in Bavaria too its basically a whole kingdom of magic and stories about magical things. It was a cool place to grow up minus every magical thing wanting to eat you when you walk out the door when your a kid.

[@foxmagick6871]

Bro! I can’t believe someone said that to you. Every ethnicity has a folk religious origin.

[@danimoonz9610]

Definitely gotten this too 😒

[@koygoddess7080]

Love it my dear. Keep growing and evolving. 😘😘😘

[@NormallyImKim]

Unrelated but I think your username is epic.

[@ellarose1350]

My dad after I told him I'm a witch: No you're not The witchyness leaving my body: 👁👄👁

[@hinaaoi]

Then your dad is kinda sus.

[@idkwhyimhere-y2g]

😂

[@thegreatserene]

@Krîmż lmaoooo

[@slysaint1790]

"You're not a witch, no one else in our family is" "I won't judge you for being Pagan, hippie, or whatever you want to call it" "Most people only do that to get negative attention" These are just SOME of the things my oldest sister has told me. (One of my older sisters practices so I'm not the only one in my family that practices lollllll)

[@valethevixen8506]

I'm the only religious person in my family, but they're supportive at least

[@terpsik8971]

Well, i am a pagan hippie witch from a Christian family that hates attention...

[@shilohblackwood2690]

Holy shit now im even more worried about coming out😅

[@marmarlittlechick]

I came out as a witch years ago to my family and as it turns out my son is also, as is my sister, my niece, and my cousin. I'm sure my Mom is too. Turns out we are one big happy family of witches. Even my catholic Dad is cool with it. He and my sister watch "Bewitched" marathons all the time. Witchy love all around.

[@xErinxx]

The one I’ve got the most from peers/friends is: “I’m a witch” “I thought you were Buddhist” “I am” “Then how are you...” [cue me explaining witchcraft is a practice and not wicca or satan worship etc]

[@Twinkle_Scythe]

I get that so much!

[@siximpossiblethings6388]

Also, isn't buddhism, in general, something that can be meshed with other philosophies in various ways?

[@moonlitproductions7182]

Me too, I’m a Buddhist and a Witch!

[@hell0ki77y6]

Oh god I’ve found my people. I’m a witch and a Buddhist. I feel valid now. :)

[@jennamallow]

@@siximpossiblethings6388 it depends on what type of Buddhism that person believes in

[@ClairtT4040]

"are you a good or bad witch?" honey I'm not from Oz!

[@patriciamulroy8119]

🤣

[@emersonkinnally8211]

My mom asks me this all the time it’s annoying but I just keep saying good bcs I can’t stand explaining it again to her

[@juliereminiec4937]

here's a classic thing not to say to a witch Brother in Law: Twitch your nose & put me to bed ! Me I'm not Samantha Stephens ( Bewitched)

[@NightFireXD]

"Are you a good witch or a bad witch?"....In which i reply "Honey I'm bihexual"

[@andromedasignage]

@@NightFireXD BIHEXUAL

[@Zoe-sh2hm]

Honestly responding to “but that’s evil/you’re going to Hell” with the most Wicked Witch of the West laugh I can manage is maybe the most satisfying thing I’ve ever done.

[@kayla6086]

🙌🙌🙌 ✨👌😂

[@mercedes.de.losangeles]

Sometimes letting people like that be scared of you is the best. I had a roommate once whose boyfriend at the time called me evil because I jokingly called upon a deity to help him find his keys and he suddenly found them where I had already looked. He was an awful boyfriend to my friend. I relished that after the keys incident, he would ask if I was home before deciding if he'd come over. Yes, stay away jerk.

[@kyyah2]

reply " you say that like it's a bad thing!"

[@ravenstormchild6491]

Me too!! 🤣

[@pzz0164]

Omg I hate when Christians say that.....it only pushes people farther away

[@JenniferJonesBeck]

To any "Christians" wanting to judge you and me, they are "sinning" by judging per their Christian God. To them I say mind your own business and I will mind mine. Your own soul is what you need to be concerned about, I will take care of mine. Thank you for letting me vent, lol.

[@moistsquish]

And that deserves an amen

[@johnkeller6063]

I ask them isn't there in your Bible judge not for you will be judge. Christians love to confirm, demand, and gossip.

[@johnkeller6063]

I meant condemn

[@HeartFireSessions]

As someone who considers herself both a Christian and a witch... amen. :)

[@HeartFireSessions]

Oh, and have a read (or listen on audible) to Jesus and the Essenes by Dolores Cannon. Fascinating book that rings deeply true to me.

[@djfreem6881]

The first person I told I was a witch was my mother, because I trusted her, and I thought she would understand. She immediately told me I would burn in hell. Surprisingly, my dad, who’d been a pastor for fifteen years, sat down with me, let me list out why I was leaving Christianity, and then explain why I chose to be a witch. Until my dad died, I felt supported with my choice. After almost two years, my mother is finally starting to come back around with a “don’t ask/ don’t tell” mentality, but I think she finally understands how much she hurt me.

[@wompusslompus5424]

Im so sorry to hear that, both your experience and your father passing. I am glad you did receive some support. Please know that there are a lot of us that are SO PROUD of you! I hope you find comfort in knowing that you are not alone in many ways. Not now, not ever. There is a place for you here. Hugs!

[@outdoorgurl2474]

Yeah, that is exactly why I have been dragging my feet on telling my parents. So sorry you have had to go through all of that.

[@sick2320]

My grandmother says I'm doing the devils work / worshipping the devil , my parents had to tell her I don't pratice anymore because its gotten that bad . She has shamed my parents, called my other grandmother a bimbo and stole money from me

[@ashleysimpkins4010]

I feel you! My mom says the same things to me. She refuses to believe that I'm a witch and she'll tell me that witches burn in hell and that I shouldn't worship nature but only God! Little does she understand that I believe that nature is God. She will never understand so I try not to try take it personal. It's extremely difficult to deal with but I've always been a rebel of religion since a kid so I'm pretty much used to it lol

[@bronzecobra8556]

I’m sorry to hear that man, hope things are getting better for you.

[@Renvere]

I’m a middle school teacher, AND a Witch. No one would ever know, because I don’t talk about my practice.

[@wildmarjoramdieselpunk6396]

I don’t because a co-teacher of mine thinks Harry Potter is the devil’s work. Some of the kids at my school dress up in HP gear and have wands and I play with them using wands and she freaks out. It’s just play.

[@gypsywolf2061]

My brother is a pastor and I’m a witch but we have equal respect for each other. How cool is that?! I’m blessed for having parents that allowed us to follow our own path.

[@tracyhue23]

I had the owner of a studio my kids used to dance at tell a mutual friend to burn anything I gave them because I can read tarot and cursed the objects. I got a good laugh because it doesn't work that way and they were assuming I found them worth the energy.

[@susysnakegirl]

Yeah, I grew up Jehovah's Witness and some of them won't go to yard sales because you never know if someone into the occult used something and there are demons attached to it. Oh brother.

[@wompusslompus5424]

Dance studio owner: "dont accept any of her stuff! It could be cursed!" Also dance owner: accepts their cash for dance membership fees. Some people just 🤦‍♀️ uhg. Sashay away.

[@alligrace3753]

i’m so sorry you had this experience with a studio owner. where i go, i’m really close with our studio director she’s my solo teacher and she’s the only one that knows about my spiritual practice and accepts me for it!

[@TabithaReminiec3399]

​@@susysnakegirl JW ..Isn't that a cult religion,like Scientology? ( curious )

[@TabithaReminiec3399]

Christian ( To me) Are a member of a Religious cult ? Me ( to The Christian) Did you know that Christianity was a Cult religion to the Ancient Romans & were accused of setting the fire that burned Rome during Nero's regime ?

[@NickyLess]

After I told my parents I was an eclectic pagan witch, my mum sent me a few articles that she thought I would like. Unfortunately they were for Wiccans and focused on those practices. Calmly and kindly told my mum that I appreciated the articles immensely but I'm not wiccan. She asked for links to websites/articles that would explain it best for her and she and my dad actually did a LOAD of research to understand it 😍

[@megamindsbigtoe]

Omg! You're so lucky

[@trixjoyce]

This was the sweetest thing I've ever seen

[@yeahno8516]

Aww that's so adorable!

[@teleriferchnyfain]

Same here. I just thank her (she’s 94 & tries lol)

[@Eyelohim]

Electric pagan? Wow

[@Brunick34]

"You're not a witch, you don't do any spells." That one gets on my damn nerves! I am a witch, I just don't do anything magickal as often as I would like. Depression and anxiety make it hard to work with a positive, sound mind. When I do get a break from my brain being dysfunctional, then I do magick.

[@juliereminiec4937]

Zephyr, I wouldn't do anything magickal during Summer Summer Asthma & heat sickness isn't a combination that anyone shouldn't suffer from ! If someone ever walks up to me And says " You're not a witch...you don't practice during summer !" I'd ask him/ her " Do you really think that I'd practice while I'm ill?"

[@ark.0616]

I understand what you mean . I do .

[@witchofatheystreet3579]

I get the "you don't look like a witch" same with my deafness i get the "you dont sound deaf"

[@onesunnyday5699]

😲😲😲😲😳😳😳

[@jae7475]

Same here

[@HunterLvyiXIII]

Same "you don't look disabled." Me: "and you don't look like a doctor."

[@CitraStitches]

"You don't look gay." "And you don't look like a moron, but here we are."

[@kittybeckett5791]

I get the "you don't look autistic"

[@rosec.9695]

I get a lot of messages from random guys on the internet who say things like “I’ll make sure not to get on your bad side, don’t want you to curse my entire bloodline” or “so do you dance naked in the woods on full moons, and if so can I join?”. From now on every time I get another misogynistic question like that, I’ll just link this video 😂

[@ThePoetUnderTheFall]

Those questions don't sound misogynistic to me, I am a man and have been told so as well.

[@sick2320]

yass you go

[@roxassora2706]

@@ThePoetUnderTheFall Well knowing how some men act on the internet, it's a double edged sword

[@ValeriaCorvina]

My boss asked me if I was “into witchcraft” and proceeded to tell me about the time she messed around with a Ouija board (i.e., she and her friends went into it uninformed and found out how NOT to use a Ouija board) and ended up with a negative entity messing with her

[@birdie_719]

I did that as a teenager and got the same result.

[@intoxicatedfather9307]

I’m a beginner witch still but I just want to make sure not to say these things to other witches I find

[@cleoh666]

Just say you're a baby witch and the community will help you out, girl! Just try to be respectful and considerate when asking questions, but most witches are ecstatic to help baby witches 🧙🏽‍♀️

[@allie9855]

That was my thinking too! Plus I really love Hearth's videos, they are so informative and interesting

[@Ejcfarley]

I was told by a family member "You're not a witch! You have to have a coven to be a witch" and it bothered me because it felt like it was gatekeeping by someone who wasn't involved in the craft at all - it was infuriating actually. It felt like it was coming from an energy of jealously even almost as if that person wanted to disempower me. That they actually thought I would stop my practice because they don't think it's real. So annoying!

[@wildmarjoramdieselpunk6396]

I wasn’t in a coven, then I was, then I wasn’t. So, I guess I was only a true witch in the middle?

[@emmadavis7922]

"Do you believe in God?" Me, pantheist: "Which one?"

[@Vmtdj6848]

Good one.

[@Ælfgifu-1]

The best response!

[@liamjones9327]

Lmao that's what I say every time it always works it's great

[@Cernunnos_83]

Awesome 👏

[@jaxthewolf4572]

You mean a polytheist?

[@wompusslompus5424]

Im finding a lot commonalities between this and my experience as an actor: "Can you cry for me right now?" "You're an actor, you always have to be ready to perform on the spot! Anyone could hire you" "Really, you act? I thought people had to be funny/pretty/charismatic (insert adjective here) to act." My response: no, no and no. Hearth hit the nail on the head: We're not a commodity. We're people. Ultimately, I perform for myself. Yes I may choose to do it in front of other people, but my artistic craft is for me. Because I want to and because I enjoy it. Not because I am a dancing monkey. Lets face it, who has the energy to do most taxing things on the spot, let a lone perform? Don't let other people's misconceptions determine how YOU see yourself. Seriously, its not worth it. Your craft is for YOU.

[@mercedes.de.losangeles]

I'm a Flamenco dancer and I get that too: "Dance for me right now." "Can you perform at ___ for free?"

[@wompusslompus5424]

@@mercedes.de.losangeles I feel you, that's the worst.

[@violetalar5387]

That also works for translators. "Oh, you speak (insert random language)? Can you translate this completely random sentence with no context at all, right now?" No, man, that's not how it works. Most translations vary depending on the context and I just don't have the time/energy to start reciting all 40 possible variations to see which fits your case better. So no, I'm not your own personal dictionary, and I'm certainly not google translate.

[@linwong1494]

A lot of these also echo the artist experience: "Can you draw me for free?? Pleaseeeeee" "You're an artist? Draw (whatever) right now" "Ew, why are you drawing naked people?" "Can you teach me??" I feel like this is mainly an issue that exists within the creative world. You basically never see it happening to a car salesman or office worker (maybe mechanics for like, choosing beggars, but those exists everywhere)

[@AnastasiaCooper]

used to be part of some very traditional Catholicism "can you do an Exorcism" "say something in Latin" "doesn't it bother you, that you can't become a (parish) priest?" to anybody seriously wondering: no, I won't do an Excorcism, those can backfire veery quickly if you don't have the right protection/ knowledge Vade post me (leave me be) no, I never wanted to have *that* burden, I don't think it's a desirable job

[@kelseysmith4770]

I was working and this lady had came in the day before and was super nice (while I was fully covering all of my pagan inspired jewelry and tattoos ) the next day the same lady came in (while I was wearing a short sleeve) and started frantically praying for me she refused to talk or look at me. So I guess what really annoys me most is when people demonize my practice and use it as an opportunity to "bless me" 🙄

[@emersonkinnally8211]

Same I’m a Christian witch and it’s actually kinda rude to bless someone without asking and getting the response yes

[@karolyn8644]

When someone says they will pray for you and you know they are condemning you, I would love to say, "Fine. You can pray for me and I'll dance naked in the forest for you."

[@Occult_Whispers]

Omg the prayer thing! It's happened to me online, it's just so annoying 😒

[@Lillymae-gq4oe]

I’d been subjected to ridicule and down right rudeness when close friends realised I was a witch. I’d got told if I persisted with (this who har) I’d be removed from our circle of friendships and completely shunned. I’d adorned my home with my magickal tools, crystals and deity figurines, it looked pleasing to my atheistic that I’d hoped for. But when these people saw the items, I was judged and poked fun of, and it hurt. “I will not talk to you anymore if this is what your into.” That was 20 years ago, those that judged and disrespected me aren’t apart of my life anymore. I was shunned, and I’m happy that happened, because it showed me these people weren’t the right people for me. I was very hesitant coming out of the broom closet and I’m still weary of who I acknowledge my spiritual life to. I don’t belong to a coven and I’m a self taught witch. I do follow some people on instagram and have communicated with some lovely kind hearted witches. So glad I found this video tonight. It’s given me some good insight and inspiration, thank you. 😊

[@LeaZednik]

my ex's dad attacked me of being a satanist after seeing my witchy books and stuff, and implied i need an exorcism, and it still haunts me till this day definitely ruined my last halloween when it occurred

[@wompusslompus5424]

Oh my gosh! I'm so sorry! Disinformation can and is dangerous. I hope you're in a safer environment now. Please take care, and if it's impacting your life negatively, its okay to go see someone for mental & emotional support and healing in addition to your craft. Be safe, and sending love!

[@MorganMalfoy13]

I'm so sorry. I hope your life has been a lot better since then.

[@JazzyJ96771]

Sorry you had to go through that, she’s ignorant

[@LeaZednik]

@@wompusslompus5424 thank you so much for your kind words! Im in a much better place now although it still bothers me when i remember that.. sending love to you! 🖤

[@LeaZednik]

@@MorganMalfoy13 thank you so much! it truly has 🥰

[@guineverequest7410]

My personal favorite: "Oh, we all go through that phase. You'll grow out of it." Wasn't true when I was thirteen, still not true now that I'm in my thirties.

[@Lilithmurderdoll]

Yeah my mom told me exactly that

[@northerlyartemis]

I’ve had a lot of men-even men I previously thought were decent guys-go “So youre a witch? Oooh....*creepy smirk* Do you do sex magic?” DONT DO THAT! Just so gross! I’m also a goth and constantly get “You must be into really kinky sex!” The irony of it all is I’m actually Aro-ace and find BDSM stuff quite disturbing/triggering!

[@wompusslompus5424]

uhg, Im so sorry! when people be up in your business like that, ew. Shoo fly, don't sexually solicit me!

[@violetmoonshade1955]

Ugh, I totally get that... I’m ace personally and I can’t *stand* how everything is sexualized

[@laurenstone5504]

That's disgusting

[@viv9239]

Ughhh I’m so sorry. I hate the fact that goths are over sexualized I’m goth too and the fetishization makes me so uncomfortable 😣

[@evie3668]

The fetishised goth community is getting so much worse now I’ve realised because of people hopping on as a trend. Tbh the sexualisation of men and women and lgtb+ for wearing clothes needs to stop as a whole lmao

[@lisaphelps3324]

I remembered that when my friends with children found out that I was a witch and they would ask me " do you sacrifice children?" I told them no, witches don't sacrifice children. It's a myth that was developed to make people more fearful of witches and make them seem "demonic." However, if we did I'm pretty sure that your badass kid over there breaking my stuff will be the first to go.

[@danielleking3880]

I live in a very small conservative community in America. My best friend is a practicing Buddhist from China. I have learned to keep my spiritual practice and thoughts secret because I know how people are here. My friend and I talked about Buddhism at work in front of others and I studied Buddhist philosophy from my friend. One day a friend of mine from work was driving me home and she told me to be careful talking to my Chinese friend about Buddhism because it could imperil my soul, that my Chinese friend was already not going to heaven because of her beliefs. this person was also friends with our Buddhist friend so I couldn't understand how she could say that or believe that. I've had family members tease me for being witchy my whole life. and they used a lot of what you are saying here. Very nasty and threatening, beyond just good-natured ribbing. I was actually raped by two "devil worshippers" who thought there was some extra power taking a witch! Even my husband has picked on me, although he is not threatening and good-naturedly teasing, I can handle his teasing, there is nothing mean in his teasing as there is with other of my so-called friends. when I heard how my one friend talked about my Buddhist friend, I realized it was anyone different and not just me. But I can't believe this type of crap happens in the 21 century. So much for tolerance. I would never do this to anyone and I really can't understand why people can act like this. the cruelty of some people is incredible.

[@luciasoosova2182]

seriously, fuck those people

[@Man-ej6uv]

"actually raped by two "devil worshippers" who thought there was some extra power taking a witch!" ... my. fucking. GOD.

[@jennylawson1980]

Yuck yuck and yuck. Cruelty knows no bounds and discrimination is like a disease that refuses to die. My heart goes out to all of you that have been hurt BC of others narrow mindness and intolerance

[@jennlove7239]

I know this is a couple years old, but I'd like to let you know that not all conservatives, true conservatives are like that. I'm a proud conservative witch and I know many conservatives that accept everyone regardless of their beliefs. Much love, Blessed Be 💛

[@NinjaExtrordinare]

"Oh you do witchcraft? So that must be how you got to your position in life" As if we don't also live normal lives, work for and earn our way through our lives just like everyone else 😒

[@AlizzaBliss]

Earlier today: Me: I'm a witch so - My mum: Could you not be? I wish you weren't. I want you to be able to go to heaven. Could you imagine if that was my reaction to her being a Christian "Could you not be? I wish you weren't." or saying that to anyone who's spiritual beliefs were different from your own?

[@sadchisk111]

My grandma did this when I came out of the closet with my sexuality 😐

[@izzafizza339]

You should say to her. Could you not push your beliefs on me thanks. I believe in nice things not your hating religion

[@TabithaReminiec3399]

My mother accused me of being an atheist My sister told her to leave me alone

[@TabithaReminiec3399]

Could your mum not be a Christian as well?

[@TabithaReminiec3399]

​​@@izzafizza339or We all create our own heavens and hells in our minds

[@monkeyming5545]

It reminds me of when I started being an atheist and people literally gave me strange looks, questioned/debated me out of nowhere or just treated me like I was going to do something wrong

[@susysnakegirl]

Like exploring alternate ideas is a sin. Shame on them for being so afraid of their worldview being challenged.

[@kyyah2]

just tell them that you dont need an old book to do what's right or stick to your integrity - you don't need the threat of punishment to do the right thing

[@wildmarjoramdieselpunk6396]

My area has an atheist group. You should join one. They are very fun.

[@ocarinachic76]

As a NB person who has been studying witchcraft, I do feel like sometimes I don't have a place in the community or that I can't call myself a "witch," so thank you Hearth for including us and making us feel like we belong ♡

[@wompusslompus5424]

uhg, my heart goes out to you. Being excluded and shunned is never right and it always sucks (vast understatement). Thank you for being you! You belong, and you are treasured! Sending love.

[@fantwilight4ever1]

Oh my god yes you are so very welcome in the community I'm so sorry you have to go through this madness 😭💔💔 you are super valid!! Blessed be! 🌙

[@lokiscoffeerose663]

I'm also nb and new to witchcraft - I'm also investigating Wicca to see if it's right for me and so far it feels like jumping from my previous very gendered religion (Christianity) to yet another very gendered religion. There's a lot of emphasis on male and female gods, their hetero relationship, and childbirth. I love the moon, and that's an aspect of nature with which I most look forward to interacting, but the mythos of the relationship between the sun and moon does not sit well with my own experience with gender.

[@Hotarubi-dono]

@@lokiscoffeerose663 Hi I hope you're doing well. I'm just commenting to let you know that you can always have a quite personal practice. Witchcraft is a practice after all and Wicca is a religion. You can always study paganism/neopaganism or work with spirits and elementals as I personally do, without believing/working with paganism etc ... Hope my comment helped you.

[@Man-ej6uv]

ooh same.

[@YourMajesty143]

I have been told that I'm not truly an atheist or a skeptic if I do witchcraft. It's as if they think the only secular practice that exists is no practice at all 🙄 That's ignorant, bc obviously other secular practices can be done without being attached to a belief system. You can do yoga without following Hinduism, you can meditate without following Buddhism, and you can connect with nature without following Animism. Witchcraft is no different. Honestly, I no longer have the emotional investment needed to educate people who can't be bothered to research for themselves. If I wanted to diffuse a situation with an asshole all day, I'd sooner go to the bathroom and deal with my own.

[@luciasoosova2182]

I study philosophy and religious studies and I´ve learnt magic, religion and science can co-exist together. But we need some rules. In my country we have strongly religious minister of healthcare. I don´t mind if he´s metodist, but he shouldn´t use religious language when talking about state matter.

[@carissa4551]

@@solarydays nah it means we don’t believe in a god. i do believe in supernatural such as spirits and that the universe has power but i don’t believe in a god

[@PrettyAliceNight]

I’ve been told “it’s just a phase and you’ll grow up and get over it

[@MorganMalfoy13]

I got told that too. I'm 32 now. ;)

[@screamingopossum7809]

"I've been doing this since I was 8. I'm 22 now, when do I grow out of it?"

[@susysnakegirl]

Apparently I entered this phase when I was 25 and I'm still in it 17 years later lol.

[@ravenstormchild6491]

I’m 55, been practicing seriously for 20 years and was a seeker the previous 20 years. To my family, I’m still in a “phase” that I will “grow out of “ 😂😉

[@sunnieflowers2016]

@@ravenstormchild6491 🤣🤣🤣

[@dragonrider4874]

I had someone tell me that if I started charging them for their 30 card tarot spreads, the universe was going to punish me. He had been demanding tarot readings everyday

[@kitdubhran2968]

That is a terrible manipulative person and I hope you stopped giving him readings or speaking to him.

[@dragonrider4874]

@@kitdubhran2968 I've accidentally forgotten my cards at home everyday, and every time they just tell him the same thing anyway. I'm not sure what he wants

[@dragonrider4874]

@Ursa Darach literally every spread is stopped causing drama and go to a therapist and he wants clarification on every single point period and for 30 cards it's just stop being a dick and go to a therapist

[@kylienoelle5593]

The worst thing I've been told is that it's evil/I'm evil for doing it.

[@monkeyming5545]

Exactly! Like I’m a kitchen witch that likes faeries what I am I going to do? Poison an apple pie?

[@kylienoelle5593]

@@monkeyming5545 they acted like i'm going around putting spells on people, summoning demons, and sacrificing animals. I don't even eat animals, let alone sacrifice them

[@marytyson6376]

@@monkeyming5545 sorry got to tell you lol ,it so funny your comment

[@theMermaidRhonda]

One guy said I was a demon...LOL

[@kylienoelle5593]

@@theMermaidRhonda woooow. Insulting but also somehow flattering. Like you have pretty serious powers if you're a demon

[@jaylenbolling1329]

The first person I told I was a witch, she laughed because she thought that witches can get things out of thin air and stuff like that. I explained to her, and now she supports the witchcraft community some much.

[@WasabiThrasher]

When it comes to Male witches, everyone just assumes you're a warlock 🙄🙄🙄

[@Lilithmurderdoll]

I think they just can't understand that witch is a gender neutral word and warlocks aren't male witches

[@katherinegallagher9081]

When WitchCraft is a Practice where How things are Worded ( the Importance of Nuance)... They would know that Warlock is rooted in meaning " Oath Breaker" ( and is more a slur word) Most people wouldn't use it for this reason, unless they want to Personally Reclaim it

[@sick2320]

my former friend : " so your a wizard? " me: " no I'm a witch..." ff: but isn't that for girls?" also btw this was when I was transgender

[@TabithaReminiec3399]

Witch n the Working & Edgeofnightfall are male WItches

[@TabithaReminiec3399]

​@@katherinegallagher9081 The same thing with Sorceress.. Sorcery is often is associated with "Black" ( which I view only as a color ) Magick which is very erroneous...because it is another description of Witchcraft... ( To the people who think of " Black Magick" as being racist...Look at a Black Crayola Crayon....When you see the word black do you automatically think of it as being Racist ?)

[@UnsortedSeeds]

I got asked if I like to hex people. I mean, I can, but that doesn't mean it's something I'd do every other week. It's not a casual thing to decide and do 🙄

[@rainbowsam2335]

“Ah yes let me waste my time hexing random strangers “ is a thought I definitely have once a week

[@emersonkinnally8211]

Same the only time I’ll ever curse someone is if there trying to kill me. And this one idiot who was mean to not only mean to me and my best friend but the entire school.

[@green7982]

I always get the “Then curse me”. Like what?- I’m not just gonna take time out of my day/night to curse you when I barely have a reason. Unless you are a danger to others and/or yourself I have no reason to hex or curse you

[@TeaganTheGriffin]

The one that gets me the most is "you're putting your children in danger"

[@wildmarjoramdieselpunk6396]

People are so scared of everything.

[@keroppihaos]

i just remembered that i was looking on witchtok on her phone ( i’m not allowed to have socials ) and she legit went “you wanna become a witch for the aesthetic.” when i said no she just rolled her eyes and i just couldn’t take it anymore and left her room :(( i respect witchcraft very much and i wouldn’t just go into something just for the aesthetic

[@aceofspades2201]

Lately I've been feeling very conflicted with that. Like I have become so interested and have loved spirituality and magic(k) my entire life. And because I respect it so much I would never want to do something to hurt people. I am genuinely interested in crystals, herbs, tarot and witchcraft as whole. But I've been very hesitant cause I have managed to dig myself in a hole where I feel as though I'm becoming a witch "for a trend" and "it's just a phase" BUT I DON'T WANT TO AND PROBABLY AM NOT and now I'm very confused.

[@truthinlifetarot]

I've noticed that when people try to convert me or pretend that my faith/practice isn't valid, they can't really defend their own beliefs. I once took this challenge and asked a very religious woman about how her beliefs can make sense in the context she was giving them and she couldn't answer me. This accomplished two goals: I learned about another's beliefs and how it shapes them and the woman never talked down to me about my beliefs again. 10/10 Would try this again.

[@caylabooze8793]

To me being a witch means love and acceptance for everyone and hoping that they will do the same. I've had my share of ignorant comments and questions though. For instance. I had a young woman ask me how are you a witch? You have children right? I said yes and what does my children have to do with being a witch? She didn't said well don't witches eat children? Or do which is just other people's children?it's bad that you have to explain the people that what they hear from fairy tales and movies is nothing to do with who we truly are.I told her that some of the most loving and kind-hearted people I have ever met and spoken to the most understanding and accepting people I have ever met were witches! I've also had the issue with trying to hide the fact that I was a witch for my children's School. They found out last year and started a rumor as grown adults around the school that I myself was a devil worshiper. They spoke about it amongst themselves so loud that students overheard it and started to tell their parents my kids were no longer allowed to hang out with their friends because their friends parents thought that they would be a bad influence. It is sad that we have to hide who we truly are because of people being misinformed. So much so that they don't even give us the chance to get to know us .and even would have their children stay away from the hours just because of something we practice. I almost considered stopping my practice just because I felt like my children were being punished for my beliefs but my children want to practice as well when they get older and told me it does not matter what people in the world think about their mom or them as long as we have each other they are happy. I just think if everyone become more educated on witchcraft that they would not be so fearful of us.

[@stingmon93]

I have to say is that the right people who will accept them as witches will come along and practically inseparable.

[@ligeiaztomb2755]

I was approached at a party by an enthusiastic young man who asked me if I was a witch (I guess I gave off a vibe). When I said yes, he said "Me too! Praise Satan!" (hands in the air). I probably don't have to tell you this was around when The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina hit popularity. I was just like....."You watch the new Sabrina show don't you?" "Oh my god YES! I LOVE Sabrina!" "Yeah.....that's not a thing." 🤦🏻‍♀️ Not gonna lie, I generally don't tell people that I am. I just say I am deeply spiritual in a nature based way. In my life, I don't need to discuss my craft or beliefs with anyone in any depth. It's mine and mine alone. A few hand selected people know. That's my business. I have less than zero interest in people's opinions of me. I'm not going to offer up something that will fuel their fancy. If them seem decent occasionally I will tell them. If not, I truly don't need them to know.

[@wildershoney2439]

This is EXACTLY how I live. I don't even want my landlord to repair anything in my house because then I lose the choice to say. Christianity ruined people for me and I'm still coming back from that. I would NEVER treat people the way I've seen people at church act. I'm not opening myself up to shit. I have trust issues I guess. 🤷🏼‍♀️🖕um

[@lilithhyde1592]

Honestly, one of my dreams is to open a business and when I see people down on their luck and/or homeless, I'd take to my business and give them something to eat and a free tarot reading. It's been a dream of mine to help the homeless and poor like that since I started my practice. But I 1000% know that not all witches are like that and people need to respect that.

[@Becky-vb8fs]

I once had a rune reading by someone who started by saying he was a 4th generation witch. It was so accurate and touching that I made a big decision based on what I was told. I'd of loved to just sit and listen and ask questions as I was in awe. I wish people would either not ask about something they aren't interested in or just listen. You can learn so much from others, especially those who are different to us or have a similarity to us but with a different view

[@JenniferSmith-lu5cn]

I'm a surgical technician and a witch. I have met 3 other people in the workplace that I got "vibes" from that persuaded me to "gently" approach the topic because I too, am afraid of being treated differently by nurses, doctors, who may not want me in their operating rooms because of what I practice, so I keep it quiet. But from those 3 ladies that I had a feeling about them also being witches or similar to me, I was right! And it felt so nice to be able to have conversations with them and in the same token, each of them keep quiet about their practice too. We just aren't accepted still. I don't get bent out of shape about it. But it is nice when you meet people that do follow such a peaceful practice.

[@hurraynature7449]

Whenever I hear 'ritual' in relation to witchcraft, I always hear 'witchual'

[@northerlyartemis]

I love this! We need to make this a thing!

[@rainbowsam2335]

I’m so saying this from now on

[@RandomDragonEXE]

We shall now use and claim that term

[@marktwaine9344]

beware the Elmer Fudd blow back....wascally wabbit.....just a heads up....

[@stephenellis8472]

that's what Jonathan Ross does with his coven.

[@destinyacedo8322]

I recently bought a pentacle necklace (it's very cute, it's decorated with flowers and ivy) and my dad really did try to convince me that the "devil symbol" pentacle came before the pentacle and I just brushed him off in a "okay, you do you lol" ( thing is, I bought the pentacle necklace as a form of protection for myself because I'm still a baby witch/still in the broom closet and because there's been a lot of death in my family's circles, and while my home situation is still chaotic and toxic, ever since I bought the necklace, I've felt a sense of protection and safety just from touching it from time to time and I already feel naked without it)

[@danielcollins3142]

My dad did a similar thing when I got mine he told me that I was worshipping Satan by wearing it. I wish you luck with home life I have faith that youll pull through

[@ronimlsspam]

I'm in a similar situation and want to do something similar except, I want to make mine. I wish you all good luck on your journey. -ABabyWitch

[@scottseaman7181]

The inverted pentacle is always confused with the pentacle

[@Susan-jr3ld]

I'm on the fence. When I started practicing NO ONE would talk to me. Not even just here this book will help. In the area I lived at the time the community was practically xenophobic. And this was the 90's so not everyone had internet access. I agree with all you said, but because of that experience I'm super open about talking to curious people and newbies. I think we need a portion of the community to offer that up as service to the universe. Not everyone is suited for that, but those that are I wish more would do things like run channels or just be willing to talk to people.

[@ravenstormchild6491]

I am always open to helping newbies and cowans with questions. Unfortunately, some individuals who are actively seeking to “share” their knowledge can be a bit overzealous. Some are even looking for “followers”. It can make the best of us cautious about sharing our knowledge. Hearth has such a wonderful channel and her content is valuable to everyone from newbie to crone. There is no pretentiousness there. She is lovely.

[@margaretvalentine5957]

11:50 many branches of Christianity believe that they have the only road to heaven. It’s the main theme in the religion: Save others from believing anything but what you believe! It’s sad but that’s what they are taught and then sent out into the world to save the rest of us. It’s actually one of the main reasons I left that whole mess. 16:00. Don’t ask for a free spell, ritual, reading. Hallelujah! Thank you for this excellently detailed etiquette lecture! Well done!!

[@lemonhead3116]

Me too I wish most Christians didn't have a hero mentality.

[@Wokeisnotwoke]

I would say that 99% of Christians believe that they have the only road to heaven. They will say they are only concerned for you - that’s why they can’t support you. they are worried for your soul. I know that there i absolutely nothing I can say to make them see the error of their ways, so, although I’ve tried to in the past, I no longer bother trying.

[@TabithaReminiec3399]

​​@@Wokeisnotwoke And the other 1 % either tries to send you to their hell or preach hatred for their fellow human beings... ( This always applies to the Evil Angels)😢

[@TheMissKath]

I'm still in the broom closet but I've had the "You're going to hell" comment to which I answered "as long as you're not there, then that's where I'd rather be"

[@wildmarjoramdieselpunk6396]

@@TabithaReminiec3399I 💜 animals.

[@LunayasWitchyCorner]

I just love that you're young and your attitude and you teach me and I love that after 30 plus years of practice it's so nice to continue to learn thank you for being you

[@sarahbethjacobs]

I feel the same way! I’ve been practicing for half the time you have but I learn multiple new things a day! When we stop learning, we stop trying!

[@yourwitchbesti]

I remember when a minister went to my mothers house, and when my mother told him to leave, I practice witchcraft. He told my mother that my whole family was going to burn in h3ll, and that God said the we wasn’t worth wasting his time sharing his gospel. The only thing my mother said was “ Ohhhhh…, did I ruffle your little Christian feathers? “, then slammed the door in his face

[@Starry_Tones]

0 dislikes. Perfectly balanced as all things should be.

[@emily.drawsalot]

Now theirs 1 :( it’s from an angry Christian

[@sarahbethjacobs]

I’m so mad about this one 😤 ima find em.

[@just_foxy35]

... balanced would be if the likes/dislikes ratio was 50/50...

[@chess4072]

its 4 now :((

[@AnarchyWillows]

22 now

[@UrszulaWszebora]

“Prove to me that you can do magic!!” That phrase made my day 😂😂😂

[@froggiewitch9266]

For the statement: "Don't ask a witch to do something for you just because they are a witch." I always tell them to do their own research on what they want to do and what goes into making the spell, etc. And if they still want it they need to come to me and tell me exactly what they want. Most of them back down. As a person who's generally okay will making things for people, sometimes I just lack the energy.

[@sandybravo1626]

"you don't look like a witch" wtf is a witch supposed to look like?!

[@Lilithmurderdoll]

I guess they expect us to be green and have a big nose 🧙🏻‍♀️

[@emersonkinnally8211]

Most ppl expect us to wear a pointy hat and have a big long pointy nose and be green and have a wand ect.

[@wildmarjoramdieselpunk6396]

Goth. Wearing black…but to point out priests and nuns wear black too. :)

[@SerenityVonSavage]

I love that you often reference my other favourite KZbinrs. Makes me feel like I'm in the best circles.

[@coroixiwa]

Once got laughed straight out of a room once when someone didn't believe me when I told them. Their response to it was "There's absolutely NO way. No way does a Witch wear a Pikachu hoodie, is short like a leprechaun, and a patchy-ginger." I could take being criticized for being four-foot-ten (I know I'm short, it does however hurt to be looked at and treated like a child when I'm twenty-six), and I could take being ridiculed for enjoying a good worn-out hoodie (It was a gift from my younger brother years ago, it's comfortable, and I get cold VERY easily), I could even take the jab at me being a ginger. The thing that made me leave the room was being called a leprechaun and the "patchy" bit. First of all, who just calls people a leprechaun? I feel like that is really rude. But the patchy part is what upset me the MOST. I have vitiligo over eighty-percent of my body and it makes my skin very sensitive (Combined with the pale skin of the ginger genes I've got and Summer is a nightmare for me; I burn easily in five minutes). I am super sensitive about my vitiligo being brought up because when I was younger a woman called me a racist child and took my arm under a hose and tried to "scrub the paint off" only to rub my skin so raw I bled and freaked her out. I have a scar from the incident, both mentally, emotionally, and physically. So I cover myself as much as possible. This person knew that and still said that. No it didn't stop me from doing Witchcraft, because I still do, but that really set me back and I began wearing a pair of gloves to also hide the faint edges of my vitiligo on my hands. They originally were my friend, obviously they're not anymore and they got upset when I told them that. Last I ever talked to someone about things I do.

[@tiffanydelgado342]

This is literally everything I wish people understood 🧡🖤

[@melissaleigh3338]

Ahhh! I loved the bloopers at the end! They really show off the goofball side of your spirit that I feel like I connect to so much! I feel like people who don't watch the lives wouldn't know about it otherwise!

[@VkeiVampire]

Thank you so much for making this, and so so so much for mentioning no sexualizing witches!! I had a really bad encounter with someone a few years back where they just would NOT stop sexualizing me and the fact I'm witch- they'd come out with things like saying they kept thinking of me sleeping with them while "dressed like a witch" and then tried to suggest that I literally put a spell on them to make them continue having these dreams and fantasies about me and just wouldn't listen when I told them I didn't and asked why on earth I would when I had a boyfriend at the time and am asexual! That genuinely made me so uncomfortable and afraid of answering "yes" when others would ask me about being a witch because I feared I'd be sexualized again just because of my practices. So- yeah, sorry for the super long paragraph, but I just really wanted to thank you for including that because so far you've been the only witch I've heard say that and it was just so nice to hear.

[@stephenelic6508]

When a guy im starting to date asks--> “have you cast a spell on me?” And my response--> “You should be so lucky” 🙄😳with bittersweet symphony (the verve) playing in the background.

[@emilybayliss3853]

I was trying to explain my craft to some of my colleagues and I was describing a beautiful (but VERY expensive) felt hat in multicolours that I want but probably will never be able to afford. My colleague immediately went: "Oh, so it's a GAY witch thing?!" For the record, I'm heteroflexible but I like this hat just because I happen to like bright colours in my possession and wardrobe choices. I was allowed to dress up at work on Halloween and I had been sad that I would not be able to wear the dress I had bought so, when this opportunity came up, I grabbed it with both hands. During the night, an elderly gentleman (I use this term loosely) was banned from the shop for harassing the staff (purely by coincidence: all female that night) and for pedalling 2000 year old lies. He treated one of my friends (dressed as a witch) like she was radioactive, was rude to another (in normal uniform) and eventually asked me if I knew what Halloween actually is. I said "Yes, it's a Pagan festival of Samhain ... " at which point he cut my off and finished my sentence with " ... when all evil is released into the world! And you want to celebrate it!" (NOT what I was going to say and also incorrect!) He shook his finger at me and walked off. I admit that I was mostly offended that he treated me in such a condescending manner but I spent the next few hours mentally lecturing him on how wrong his assumptions were and how insulting his behaviour was. Luckily for me (and very unluckily for him); my scary supervisor was already following him around and chased him out of shop yelling that he was very rude! He refused to come back and apologise for his behaviour so she banned him instead. All of this was triggered by my simply walking up to him and wishing him a Happy Halloween. On the plus side, that was one man and almost everyone else either complimented my outfit (dress, capes, sparkly tights & a little fascinator witch's hat on top of my visor) or at least said 'Happy Halloween' back. Some even said that I had "made their evening" by being cheerfully dressed up on Halloween when most people were trapped indoors. If you're still reading: congrats, I wouldn't blame you for having given up a long time ago! Blessed Samhain and Happy Halloween!

[@krispalermo8133]

I'm having a sleepless night, so your post was fun to read.

[@nairbvel]

Thank you! I remember trying to teach a relative that, in many ways, what is "magic" and what is "science" is all a matter of how we choose to define something. He was partially relieved because he was afraid I was "one of those people who throw salt over their shoulder and say something weird and then say they just did something that violates the laws of physics." I have friends & family from many cultures, religions, and walks of life, and I always try hard to be equally accepting of all... but I've always found that the more deeply involved with a particular religion someone becomes, the more they're taught to not be respectful of nonbelievers. Yes, there are (thankfully) exceptions, but their number seems to be dwindling (at least on this side of The Pond).

[@ravenstormchild6491]

One dear “oblivious” friend asked me to tell his daughter about my “hobby”. I sheepishly replied that it was actually my religion (I am a religious witch, though not Wiccan). The young woman (more savvy than her father) said oh! You’re Wiccan! To which I, of course, replied not precisely, but along that idea. This was many years ago and I believe that young lady now follows a similar path... 😳😅

[@markdasilva9182]

I stopped telling people anything about my practices for very similar reasons. More because I am an empath, and I would get everyone asking me to read people, or read them.... It was super annoying! So I stopped. I only tell people I really trust and I know will not treat me like a tool for their gain. Those comments about searching for the witches' marls are disgusting! I cannot believe people are that gross.... Definitely, have never experienced that as Cis-male. I truly loved this video and all you said. It really needs to be heard so thank you!

[@Lauren-Warnaby]

The blooper reel made my day! Great video as usual Hearth! One of the things I hate hearing is 'Do you really believe in it?' or 'Does it actually work?' as if I would still be practicing after 8.5 years if I hadnt seen any results.

[@clairrussell6779]

Looney. My most common name call. I tell them that I am indeed certifiable. But not for being a witch. I just laugh along. It takes less of my energy. But I have to say the vast majority are genuinely curious and very respectful.

[@cassandrajohnson8988]

I never got the comment about a witch's mark. I have gotten everything else. I have gotten "Do you eat babies?" and "Do you fly on a broom or do you drive a car?" Though.

[@rosemariemastro-watanabe2000]

I was told that I looked like a Witch, before I became a Witch! Stereotypes, Putting People in A Box is Wrong. That's like saying that because someone wears a leather jacket and ride's a Motorcycle is a "trouble maker". I mean, just Don't put People In A Box! Don't judge a Book By It's Cover!!! ❤️ I Respect Everyone, Christian's, Jews, ECT! I have Friends who are many different Religions and Beliefs! Also when my kid's were little, I made them protection bag's and they were around their necks. The Teacher came up to Me and said, "You had the whole School up in arm's and scared about You being a Witch and You doing Spell's on Your Children!" I said to Her, "Well You shouldn't be up in arm's if You and Everyone Else had knowledge of what a Witch actually is! Also We in The USA have something called, "Freedom Of Religion". If You Don't understand That, that's not My Problem and I Don't Really Need To Explain Myself To You, The Teacher, or The School because They Are Completely Ignorant To The Craft"! It was just SO Very Rediculous! My Daughter, is a Witch & She's Proud of Who She is & So Am I. She Chose To Follow In My Footsteps. I Didn't force it on Her. Whilst My Son, just Doesn't Believe in Anything. He's an Atheist, and That's absolutely 💯% fine by Me! It's Their Choice. Blessed Be Hearth! ✨ Happy New Year's 2022 to You and Your Family!!! ❤️ 💜🕯️🕊️🌹🧹✨ I absolutely Love Your Video's & Your Channel! They are Truthful & very informative! Blessed Be Beautiful Sister! 💜

[@freedomsol5078]

I'm so glad I'm a witch. I just want to put that out there. I just absolutely love this community and Magick. It works, it works, it REALLY works and the community is so awesome for the most part. Cheerz!

[@diegooland1261]

I find delight in being a stealth witch. It frees me up to go about my business and not waste my time addressing people who are "less informed" (I'm being polite). Sure, my good friends know I am. They are good friends because they understand. And after all, since we all tread our own path, that means I'm free to dress, have my hair, and enjoy hobbies as I see fit. I really don't feel the need to "look the part." A witch apart and among the rest is the life for me.

[@krispalermo8133]

I have had made so many .. circles .. as a teenager, in my late 20's & early 30's, if I pace along a section of a factory production line, I end up creating a .. circle .. without even trying. Fairy lights and crows & ravens start showing up to .. roast .. me. Years ago I pizz off a few crow/ raven spirit lords. So any time they get a chance to have a little sport of making fun of me around people they take it. Witness creates .. Belief. And they feed off of honest emotions of kind humor from getting a good laugh out of people.

[@TheFirstDex]

I personally dont mind doing readings or spells or helping with readings and spells for free when it comes to friends and family, but you're absolutely right in saying that it shouldn't just be expected of all witches

[@nyxspiritsong5557]

Great video Hearth! I've been told I'm going to hell, etc. Etc..... I'm a practicing Catholic witch. It really hurts when I hear this because I do believe in hell and I try to only do good. I'm a self taught, solo practitioner and I don't usually do anything for others in regards to spell work. I may light a healing candle or a blessing candle for loved ones but only if I have their permission. And I believe that add long as you are a good person, it shouldn't matter what your belief system is. Thanks for doing this! Hopefully it'll get thru to some people

[@TheBusyHoneyBee]

I have never met a Wiccan in person and I have been a witch for 36 years. I have met hoodoo practicioners, I have met Native witches (my great grandma and a benzedeira in the town I was born), I have met necromancers and hedge witches (my mom and her friends), I have met Catholic witches (my grandma and her friends). In my neck of the Woods eurocentric traditions are rare... Most comon practices have Catholic, African, Native roots.

[@wildmarjoramdieselpunk6396]

Sounds like a lot better situation. :)

[@gaynorbowmaster5289]

Thankyou xx I'm a baby witch /wiccan. Only started 6 months ago. I'm not in the broom cupboard, but I'm not completely out either. So, to watch you be so confident is wonderful. I hope that with time I could be too. Thankyou again xx BB xx

[@BellaJennyfur]

As a content creator and business owner, the emotional labor that comes with it can be exhausting especially being neurodivergent and having chronic pain. I think my biggest gripe is patience when people are seeking answers as there can be time zone differences and I don't work 24/7 and do require sleep. There is nothing like waking up to an onslaught of "why aren't you answering me" or "I need a response asap" messages especially if they are coming from a significantly different timezone.

[@agentkayisgay6035]

I havent gotten a lot of these (I only started practicing very recently and haven't told a lot of people) but I've always felt a connection to witchcraft/Magick. Most of the people I am around are either religious/wouldn’t be accepting or think of witchcraft as pretty trivial and stupid, so I haven't been subjected to these myself but I've had to sit and listen to people laugh at Magick or ridicule it. This is a really good video for someone who is quite new and feels slightly guilty about practicing even if that wasn't the intended purpose lol

[@AlizzaBliss]

I've had people demand I approve I'm a witch by moving something with my mind lol For the record, this is a psychic ability called telekinesis and has absolutely nothing to do with witchcraft or being a witch lol A witch may have this ability but non-witches can too. As an example, my mum is a Christian and has many psychic abilities including telekinesis, and myself - a witch - does not.

[@Blue-do2rc]

Waiiittt telekinesis is real?

[@moonlightstargem1006]

i've stopped telling people i'm a Witch. because in all honesty it's ill advised to go around telling people that you are one. let people discover you. let people find out themselves. ;) your a mystery. a gem in a pile of stones.

[@wildmarjoramdieselpunk6396]

A lot of us olde pagans and witches kept ourselves in the broom closet for a reason. I won’t belittle myself explaining my faith and practice to those who would judge me. It’s not worth my time.

[@evebernard]

My favorite.... "Are you in a cult?" My mother asked me that when I was talking to her about my religious choices. I've had others ask that as well. I guess a cult of one being a solitary practitioner.

[@krispalermo8133]

" Are you a gang member ?" That is also a fun one to hear.

[@ashcatalina8149]

Lol my grandpa asked me that too, it’s sad

[@TabithaReminiec3399]

To the Ancient Romans , Christianity was a Cult Religion

[@wildmarjoramdieselpunk6396]

Christianity started as a cult.

[@kitdubhran2968]

I’d probably laugh if a person told me I was a devil worshiper because my antlered deity is a female. And anyone asking to find a witch’s mark is gross and deserves shunning.

[@thekraftywitch7756]

as far as "looking" like a witch. it is always intresting to me, when witches can tell if others are witches. being able to recognize the little things that we have in common.

[@Teupluohoney]

l was watching this earlier, and it just disappeared glad its back tho, luv ur content always learn something here!!

[@cometmoon]

Over heard an ex-friend of mine tell someone(on Halloween of all holidays) that the reason why people left "christianty" was because of shows like Charmed & X-Files, & movies such as Harry Potter & Hocus Pocus. The following Halloween, she had the nerve to ask if I was still "into" Wicca.. I can't describe the hurt(& rage) I was feeling because of that. She has tried to be friendly, but for some reason my gut tells me to stay away from her. It's gotten to the point where if I see her in public, my blood literally starts feeling like it's boiling. But, that not the worst of it. My mom(doesn't know I practice & has a "my religion is the only true religion" mentality) knows I'm avoiding her, but can't seem to figure out why. & about 2 weeks ago, chewed me out for not interacting with her in the store, saying that I was an embarrassment for acting the way I acted. I became so upset by this, that I didn't eat for 3 days. Since then, whenever we've gone to the store, she's telling me to interact with my ex-friend when I see her because this ex-friend told her something about being "hurt" because I wasn't interacting with her...

[@ghostnugget2776]

Someone asked me to prove I’m a witch. I showed them my dried petals, my amethyst pendulum, and my book of shadows and explained what they were all for. They then told me they wanted to see me kill a sheep. I told them I’m not in a cult.

[@craig1530]

I'm 3 years a Witch. I learned by searching old school. I absolutely agree about not bombarding any practitioner with questions. Absolutely good lecture. Blessed be.

[@Ducklemon885]

One of my least favorite things that happens with new friends that don’t practice is that they get interested fast without asking enough questions and they come to me like “So I did a love spell on the guy I’m talking to..” and want me to save the day after all the negative side effects that come from a non practicing person trying to “do a love spell” all willy nilly! Lmao

[@emersonkinnally8211]

Ya even though I’m just a beginner I know that it’s really hard to reverse a spell and exhausting

[@wildmarjoramdieselpunk6396]

That is why early study in Wicca is a year and a day. Other traditions too.

[@heruvimalbitdesoare]

“Magick isn’t real” This really lowers my self-esteem but my deities help me cope with it

[@juliereminiec4937]

Universal, Christianity also isn't real,only a sick fantasy world that is filled with mind control!

[@heruvimalbitdesoare]

@@juliereminiec4937 yeah your right! Thank you for empowering me!

[@grahamturner2640]

That’s funny 😂

[@wildmarjoramdieselpunk6396]

Magic is a state of mind.

[@AquaMaxRod]

Thank you for this! It is nice to see more people speaking out about it. It is a hard subject because of the stigma behind it. I am glad you are so open and honest about being a witch. My practice has actually saved my mindset and am still learning how to be a more centered and focused person, while leaving negativity behind.

[@moonstonepearl21]

I think in all aspects of life there are some really entitled people who just expect everyone to do everything for them. In college, one person literally sent out an e-mail to the entire class toward the end of the semester saying that they didn't do any work all semester and if we could send them ours :/

[@ellebowhay4900]

This brings to mind my adventure a few months ago. I work in Pharmacy, and so have been working through the whole pandemic, and let it slip that I was pagan which must have been a mistake as the comments were mostly offensive by my coworkers. I don't mind educating people and so merely corrected some of their misunderstandings when the pharmacist went out of his way to go all the way home, grab a bible, and bring it back just as my shift was ending to give it to me to "save my soul" whilst actively accusing "my people" of causing the pandemic. Needless to say I never mentioned I was a pansexual witch in case he brought the torches! So happy to have left that job!

[@teleriferchnyfain]

I always made sure that everyone at work knew I was a witch, cause you can’t win a discrimination suit if you don’t let on what they can discriminate against you for lol. Mind I always worked for the government

[@NormalWinterFox]

I found your channel a couple of days ago and I can’t stop watching your videos, so informative. I’ve haven’t labeled myself a witch yet because I don’t want a label, and I also came back to it after years of not practicing it. But totally can relate to some of these. Clearing up misconceptions can be tiring Edit: 16:03 girl you also described what me and other artists go through. “Can you draw me for free?” “Can you draw this for free? You’ll get exposure” 😒

[@justyouraverageweirdo]

I did a protection spell-jar a while ago and told this to some of my foster fam (I live in a youth home/foster home middle ground, so just teens), and the staff that was there that day and the others thought I was summoning demons and told me to keep it away from them.

[@wildmarjoramdieselpunk6396]

Probably better to write a protection spell and put it in your shoe.

[@bbrit9545]

I had a friend tell me she wanted to go to a "professional" to have her cards read about her love life... I just stared at her with my cards sitting next to me after I just gave her a reading 😕😒🙄🤦‍♀️