Archive - Witchful Thinking from Alythia

Sometimes the Darkness Is Your Friend

Light vs. dark is a trope we're all familiar with. But what if the dark was just as necessary as the light?

Apr 3 •

Alythia of the Ash

March 2024

Ostara and the Rite of Spring

On the verge of the spring holiday that is supposed to be about balance, maybe what you need is some Stravinsky

Mar 19 •

Alythia of the Ash

We love to welcome new people into the Craft and the Pagan community. But do we really know how to make them feel like they belong?

Mar 14 •

Alythia of the Ash

Joining a group in the modern pagan community is a big decision. Here's how to really tell if a group is as good as it claims to be

Mar 6 •

Alythia of the Ash

February 2024

Pop Culture Witches -- "Sanctuary: A Witch's Tale"

In which this witch looks at a pop culture witch portrayal that really gives some food for thought.

Feb 26 •

Alythia of the Ash

Spring Cleaning

Right before Ostara is a great time to do some house cleaning.

Feb 20 •

Alythia of the Ash

Why I Am Still Reading Tarot (but you can't pay me to do it...)

In which I tackle the very thorny question of cultural appropriation and tarot....

Feb 13 •

Alythia of the Ash

January 2024

Silence and Gathering

The time before Imbolc is special, and you can use it to prepare to make magic. Here’s how.

Jan 17 •

Alythia of the Ash

The world needs witches. Witches need good information. Let's go...

Jan 11 •

Alythia of the Ash

December 2023

Spiritual Hamburger

What do you do when you’re feeling stuck and a little chewed up by the Universe?

Dec 30, 2023 •

Alythia of the Ash

Blaming Pagans For Your Pride and Pleasure

A Response to David Wolpe’s Misdirected Screed Against Pagans in The Atlantic

Dec 25, 2023 •

Alythia of the Ash

November 2023

Tools are one of the coolest parts of the Craft. But you should concern yourself with the well-being of the witch before you worry about your tools

Nov 24, 2023 •

Alythia of the Ash

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