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The Phantom Queen
🖤🐦⬛✨️Death Witch Path • Poison Herbal Path || Atlas || Ace-spec lesbian || 30 || They/Them || Eclectic, I guess? || 2+ish yrs Practicing || Current Focus with Hera + Zeus
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Protecting home and fortune: Irish folk customs for Bealtaine
Bealtaine, also known as May Day, marked a pivotal point in the Irish calendar. It signified the arrival of summer, a time of light, warmth, and the promise of a bountiful season ahead. However, Bealtaine also held a sense of unease. This was a time when the boundary between our world and the Otherworld thinned, inviting the potential for both blessings and misfortune from the unpredictable Good Neighbors. To navigate this delicate balance, people turned to time-honored traditions and a heightened awareness of the risks of everyday life.
Appeasing the Good Neighbors
On Bealtaine, it was widely believed that the Good Neighbors became particularly active. To ensure their goodwill and prevent them from causing mischief, people would leave out food and drink as offerings. The belief was that the the Good Neighbors were attracted to these offerings and would be less likely to cause trouble if they were satisfied.
You all know May is the month of the fairies. Great people or men that lived long ago rises from their graves on every night in the month of May to fight the old battles that they fought long ago these men are called fairies. The bad fairies do great harm and trouble in the month of May they kill cattle take away milk and butter from the cows and alot of other mischief. Source
"The fairies come around our houses too to do mischief as well as they come to the cattle; you should sweep the hearth very clean and leave food aside for them. If you don't the fairies will come when you are asleep and will torment you by tricking you or pinching you." Source
Primrose
Primrose was believed to ward off the Good Neighbors, and scattering them in the doorways and window sills of the home created a barrier no troublesome spirit could cross.
"During the first three days [of May] fairies entered the house. They came disguised as old men or women in order to steal coals and in order to prevent them primroses were scattered on the doorway no fairy could pass this flower." Source
"The best preventive of fairy power was to scatter primroses on the threshold, for no one could pass the flowers and and the house and house-hold were left in peace." Source
"Guard the house by a string of primroses across the door on the first three days of May. The fairies can pass neither over nor under the string." Source
Rowan
This tree was seen as potent protection against otherworldly forces. A branch hung above a cow's stable door could ward off those who might steal the milk, ensuring the cow's blessing for the year. Branches decorated with spring flowers were also placed around the house for a bit of extra good luck.
On May Day before sunrise the eldest member of the family gets up, he goes out, pulls a branch of the rowan tree and hangs it over the cow's stable door. This is done to prevent the fairies from taking any of the milk from the cows. Source
Another custom is to get a branch of Rowan tree and decorate it with may flowers and primroses and leave it in the middin standing. Then strew may-flowers into each outhouse door and on the doorstep and in the windowsills. This is to welcome the good fairies so that there will be good luck round the year. Source
If you put a rowan tree up the Chimney nothing can bring the butter out of the house. Source
The May bush: blessing and protection
The May bush was a common custom in Ireland, particularly in Leinster, South and West Ulster, and some areas of Munster and Connaught. The May bush often featured hawthorn branches brought home and decorated with flowers, ribbons, and colorful eggshells saved from Easter.
The May bush was believed to protect the home from evil spirits, particularly fairies and witches. It was also thought to bring good luck and prosperity, especially in relation to milk and butter production.
It is a great custom also to make a May bush on May day. This consists of a bush, which is put standing in the dungpit. The bush is decorated with flowers and eggshells. The eggshells are kept after Easter Sunday. Source
On May morning a Maybush was placed outside each house. It usually was a yellow furze bush with a number of eggshells stuck on the thorns. Source
The people around this place make May-bushes on the first of May. They pull a bush and gather flowers and tie them on to the bush with strings and stick it on the ground and after that they say their prayers around it to honour our Blessed Mother and they make a little Altar and put flowers every day on it during May. The people long ago used to make May-bushes and they also used to make a little Altar. Source
The evening before the first of May the people go out and get a piece of a certain tree which they call May Pole. They put this bush outside the door and they put all the egg shells they had on Easter Sunday on it. They also put a lot of flowers out side too. If the people do not put up the May Pole the fairies will come. They also tie May Pole to the cow's tail and if they do not, the fairies come and take the milk from the cow. Source
Guarding your luck
Bealtaine is a time that came with a heightened fear that any careless act could invite bad luck for the whole year. During Bealtaine, even seemingly simple acts held risk.
Giving away even staples like milk, butter, or coins risked also surrendering your good fortune. Lending a tool or sharing even a hot coal from your hearth could lead to unexpected misfortune.
On May eve no one cares to give away any milk or butter fearing their luck would be taken. Source
Long ago the people used to have a large number of pisreogs on May day...They would not give away anything to anybody on May day, only to a beggar man. When he would come in they would give him great welcome. They would say he was bringing in the good luck. The old people would not allow anybody to bring fire outside the door. Everybody would have matches on May day. The old people would not allow any fire outside the door. Source
On May Eve or May Day nothing is given out of the house. Source
They considered it unlucky to give butter or milk way to any person on May Day as they would be giving away their luck. No stables were to be cleaned out on that day. The first person to go to the well in the morning was supposed to have luck for the rest of the year. It is not right to give money to anyone on that day. But if you get money on that day you will be getting it for the year. Source
The people of the house do not put out the ashes on that day or if a person asked for a coal they would be refused. Source
Another custom of the Irish, they would not lend any article or give either milk or food even to beggars. They would not light a fire on May Day until it was late in the day for fear that the people would see the smoke and would bring the butter. Source
The customs surrounding Bealtaine offer a fascinating glimpse into the rich tapestry of Irish folklore and the enduring human desire to shape our luck through ritual and tradition. Whether leaving offerings to appease unseen spirits, scattering flowers as wards against misfortune, or cautiously guarding their possessions, people sought to influence the unseen forces that shaped their lives. These traditions, born in a different time, speak to a fundamental human desire for control, for a sense of agency in the face of an uncertain world. While the specific fears and beliefs may have shifted, the impulse to use ritual and superstition as a means of navigating life's unpredictability remains surprisingly relatable.
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I think one of the hardest lessons I've had to learn as a pagan, is that it's sometimes okay to not do anything.
Constantly dividing my mind between worship, work (gaining income), school, and my social life tore me apart. And I was ashamed to even talk to my deities when months had passed. But they weren't ashamed of me.
Sometimes doing your best is an act of worship. It's not about giving up what you need to survive. You matter. You always have mattered.
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♡ Grimoire Ideas for the Folk Catholic Witch ♡
~ Spiritual Warfare
~ Biblical Herbs
~ Biblical Crystals
~ History of the Christian Pentagram (I have a post on this that might be helpful!)
~ Knot Magic
~ The Rosary
~ St. Benedict Medal
~ Old Folk Remedies (medical, protection, etc.)
~ Catholic Holidays
~ Prayers
~ Classes of Angels
~ Psalms and how to use them
~ Levels of Heaven
~ The Archangels and how they can help
~ History of Folk Magic
~ Christian symbols
~ History of Jesus Christ
~ Rundown on Veiling
~ Meditation
~ Facts about Exorcisms
~ Things Demons Hate (to use in spells and rituals for warding)
p.s. this research will go along with the exorcism stuff, look up what they hate according to exorcists.
~ Facts about The Church
~ The Seven Deadly Sins and How to Avoid Them
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For those of you who weren’t able to get 100% of the total solar eclipse today… I gotchu <3
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You are doing enough. You do not need to work yourself into the ground.
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…They did what… to you?
No.
I will make them pay.
You’re fucking mine. And nobody, nobody, lays a goddamn finger on you.
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hm. weird. I was having repeat dreams about decapitations [symbolism: feelings of detachment, separation, or a fear of losing control; experiencing a sense of powerlessness] like on repeat a few(?) weeks ago only to now have my job potentially at risk to being fired? weird!
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Walking your friends home as a devotional act to Hermes
Walking with a friend to their lectures as a devotional act to Hermes
Going somewhere for no reason other than to accompany them on their travels as a devotional act to Hermes
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Kikimora, illustration for "Regalia for the wretched" zine
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˚ . ✧ ˚ . ✧ ˚ .
April will be filled with joy.
April will be filled with love.
April will be filled with trust.
April will be filled with peace.
April will be filled with miracles.
April will be filled with clarity.
April will be filled with blessings.
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🐎 Subtle Odin Worship 🐺
Educate yourself on Norse runes and their meanings; if you can/want, make your own runes using subtle items, such as bottle caps or playing cards (write the runes on them)
Study for school; do homework
Be curious about the world around you; be willing to learn about it
Research and learn about random topics that interest you
Have a candle that reminds you of him (no altar needed)
Keep a picture of him in your wallet
Have a stuffed animal wolf, raven, or horse
Have imagery of spears, the world tree, or the Valknut around
Wear jewelry that reminds you of him
If you're disabled, be kind to your body and yourself; have patience with yourself
Take care of yourself physically
Educate yourself on Norse/Viking history; learn about world history in general
Think of outside the box solutions to problems
Keep a journal of self-written works, such as poetry or short stories
Try your hand at developing new skills; do things you've never done before
Improve and practice already learned skills
Engage in activities that stimulate your brain
Practice standing up for yourself; assert your personal boundaries
Make a list of your personal strengths and accomplishments; take pride in yourself
Support animal sanctuaries and refuges
Volunteer at a homeless shelter
Try to have a more nuanced perspective of the world and other people
Have an alcoholic drink, especially mead; if you can't do this, drink something you love; raise a glass to him
Eat a good, hardy meal, especially meats; eat three meals a day
Work on communication skills; practice healthy forms of communication
Practice mindfulness
Learn non-obvious forms of divination; cartomancy, pyromancy, shufflomancy, etc.
Read about Norse mythology, especially Odin's many adventures and experiences
Honor your ancestors; learn about your family history
Take time to yourself, even just to decompress; work hard but remember to rest
Write down your dreams; try to interpret them
Feed any local crows or ravens
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May add more later! For the time being, this is my list of ways to discreetly worship Odin. Take care, everyone, and I hope this helps someone! 🩵
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🔥 Subtle Loki Worship 🐎
Sitting around a bonfire or campfire, especially with loved ones
Being kind to children; playing with them if offered
Supporting organizations focused on marginalized groups; spreading the word, donating, volunteering, etc.
Supporting organizations focused on children and children's safety
Volunteering at a homeless shelter or an animal shelter
Teaching yourself that it's ok to ask for help, even if you don't receive it at first
Seeking out a community you can join; this will help with creating a support system as well; LGBTQ+ support groups, gamer groups, fandom groups, etc.
Having horse, snake, raven, or wolf imagery around; having skull imagery is also cool, but may not be acceptable in all households
Engaging with your childhood media or toys
Having literally any stuffed animals
Keeping a list of jokes and quotes that make you laugh
Supporting animal conservation efforts
Learning to accept yourself for who you are; embracing unique aspects of your identity, especially those that are looked down upon by others
Showing support for marginalized groups, such as being an LGBTQ+ ally or purchasing from POC small business owners
Identifying your strengths and weaknesses; finding healthy ways to acknowledge them both
Learning new ways of coping with emotional turmoil, including mental illness related situations
Listening to scary stories
Having a candle that reminds you of him (no altar needed)
Collecting lost or interesting objects (so long as it's not reclaimed first lol)
Being a little mischievous/silly with loved ones
Finding little ways to express yourself if you can't do so openly (e.g. wearing a bracelet with the colors of your gender identity, wearing shoelaces with pride flag colors that aren't easily recognizable, etc.)
Being kind to yourself when you're having a difficult time
Learning to forgive yourself for past mistakes you've made
Sleeping with comfy blankets
Drinking hot chocolate
Eating candies and sweets or spicy foods
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May add more later! So far, this is my list of discreet ways to worship Loki. Hope this helps, and take care, y'all!
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⚔️ Subtle Ares Worship 💥
Learning about self-defense (includes carrying a self-protection weapon)
Listening to or writing slam poetry
Wearing jewelry that reminds you of him
Making a list of your personal strengths and things you're proud of
Writing letters (that you will never send) to people who've hurt you and burning them
Exercising, if possible
Dancing, especially to music that brings out your passion, anger, or rebellious side
Supporting local activists or online activism for causes you believe in
Expressing yourself the way you want to physically (this can include little things, such as wearing a certain bracelet or putting on a scent)
Allowing yourself to express your anger and upset; sit with and feel your feelings
Keeping a picture of him in your wallet (this will be a recommendation for every deity, since this can be really discreet)
Playing combat-based video games
Watching combat-based shows
Having a candle that reminds you of him (no altar required)
Having rose imagery around (e.g. art of roses, rose jewelry, rose fairy lights, etc.)
Having imagery of horses around, especially horses related to fire (his chariot has four horses that BREATHE FIRE, WHAT)
Place motivational/affirmational notes somewhere you'll see them
Wearing bold colors, such as red or maroon (these colors are UPG; what do you associate with Ares? Wear those!)
Learning how to box or wrestle (a punching bag tends to be helpful)
Engaging with your personal passions
If you have dogs, playing with them
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May add more later! This is just a basic list of some discreet ways to worship Ares. Hope y'all enjoy, and take care! ❤️
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🌊 Subtle Aphrodite Worship 🦪
Make your body wash/shampoo/conditioner rose scented
Have a rose or sweet scented candle that you light (doesn't have to be on an altar)
Create a skin/body care routine
Have perfume/cologne that you dedicate to her
Wear jewelry that reminds you of her
Carry a pocket charm that reminds you of her (dove works well in a Christian household and is a sacred animal of hers)
Keep a small picture of her in your wallet (maybe carry modern art and claim she is a character from something if asked)
Wear a locket with a picture of someone you love or of her
Give compliments to strangers
Drink water regularly and dedicate a glass of it to her
Collect seashells (if possible)
Collect things you simply find pretty
Get a stuffed animal of a dove or swan/have imagery of those animals around (dove works especially well in a Christian household)
Plan your outfits/wear clothes that make you feel good
Keep a journal of poetry dedicated to Aphrodite and love-related topics; can also be a general positivity journal or diary (maybe a diary in a way of writing letters to her but saying a code name instead of "Aphrodite")
Keep heart-shaped imagery around
Embrace yourself; give yourself love
Forgive yourself of past mistakes
Give yourself compliments; start small if needed; I recommend doing this in a mirror
Pin up pictures of loved ones on a mirror or wall
If possible, burn some incense in honor of her; strawberry always has a great smell to it
Watch a love-focused movie (romantic or platonic)
Listen to or read stories about acts of kindness and love
Paint your nails or wear make-up (if you enjoy those things and are able to)
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I may add more to this later, but here is my list of subtle ways to worship Aphrodite so far! Worship can absolutely be discreet, and if it needs to be for safety or the like, know that the gods will almost certainly understand. Take care, y'all! 🩷
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🪽 Subtle Hermes Worship 📨
Keeping a journal of letters addressed to Hermes; you can also use a code name for him, such as "diary", if needed
Keeping a picture of him in your wallet
Collecting coins and shiny objects
Writing letters to friends or loved ones who live far away
Writing stories and poems
Having imagery of feathers, wings, turtles, or hares around (feathers and wings are especially good in a Christian household)
Having rabbit, turtle, sheep, hawk, or ram stuffed animals
Wearing jewelry that reminds you of him; a caduceus necklace is extremely easy to find online and is often associated with other things but is still a major symbol of Hermes
Having a candle that reminds you of him (no altar needed)
Dedicating any morning drinks to him (coffee, tea, energy drinks, etc.)
Participating in any sport
Making a list of jokes or quotes that make you laugh
Making a list of good memories
Watching comedians, live or online
Engaging in activities that bring you joy
Spending time with loved ones
Spending time with pets and bonding with them
Volunteering at a homeless or animal shelter
Honoring deceased loved ones, including pets
"Borrowing" things from big corporations
Setting money aside to save if/when possible
Exploring new places you've never been
Supporting small businesses
Taking a walk
Learning non-obvious forms of divination (cartomancy, shufflomancy, pyromancy, etc.)
Keeping a dream journal
Exercising if able
Creating something with your hands or imagination (writing, drawing, carving, something inventive and creative)
Donating items you no longer need
Buying a meal for someone who needs one
Showing kindness towards your fellow human
Making a list of things that made you happy throughout the day and that you're looking forward to
Carrying a good luck charm on you
Collecting souvenirs from new places, even just the next town over
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May add more later! This is my list of discreet ways to worship Hermes, so far. Please enjoy, and take care! 🧡
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🦚 Subtle Hera Worship 🐄
Star-gazing and cloud-watching
Making flower crowns
Wearing outfits that make you feel confident
Have a candle that reminds you of her (no altar needed)
Keeping a picture of her in your wallet
Wearing jewelry that reminds you of her
Wearing perfumes with bold yet sweet scents
Have a cow, peacock, or lioness stuffed animal
Having imagery of stars or lotus flowers around
Giving yourself compliments each day; pointing out one thing you like or love about yourself
Support women's rights or domestic abuse survivor organizations
Spend time with loved ones
Be kind to children; play them if offered
If you have a partner, send them a kind message or do something romantic together
Practice standing up for yourself; speak your mind and assert your personal boundaries
Do household chores; upkeep your living space
Take care of yourself emotionally and physically
Show support for any mothers in your life, especially new ones; help out when/if you can
Keep a self-love/self-care journal
Make yourself feel pretty/handsome/attractive; wear makeup, paint your nails, style your hair, wear your favorite outfits, etc.
Take a self-care bath or shower
Learn about astronomy; learn about the different myths behind constellations
Show compassion towards others, especially those who are hurting or in need
Showing compassion towards yourself, the same as you do for others
Prioritize your own well-being
Feed the local birds with bird seeds; bird-watching
Keep framed photos of loved ones; put photos of them on your wall, etc.
Eat pomegranate seeds
Have cow print items; own peacock feathers (been told these can be really cheap, actually!)
Give a kind gesture to a loved one; buying a gift, cooking a meal, baking pastries, etc.
Collect gold-colored items; golden ram horns are also a great symbol (maybe draw or paint this, since it's pretty niche)
Buy a bouquet of white flowers, whether for yourself or a loved one
Add honey to your tea, coffee, or other drink; a good drink to try is warm milk with honey and cinnamon mixed in (better than it sounds)
Start a skin/body care routine
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I may add more down the line! For now, here's my list of discreet ways to worship Hera. Hope it helps, and take care! 🩵
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💀 Subtle Haides Worship 🐕🦺
If you have a dog (or any pet), play with them
Volunteer at an animal shelter
Donate dog supplies to animal shelters and places who help families in need
Feed neighborhood dogs, cats, or birds
Start a coin collection with the intention of souls who need payment at the Underworld's gates can use those coins
Keep a picture of him in your wallet
Have a candle that reminds you of him (no altars needed)
Wear jewelry that reminds you of him
Have a stuffed animal owl, dog, or black ram
Have imagery of a bident, Cerberus, or ancient Greek helmets around
Drink coffee or a soothing tea to start your day
Honor your ancestors/souls that have passed; learn about your family history
Hold onto any family heirlooms; keep items from people who have passed in your life
Eat pomegranate seeds; drink pomegranate juice
Support suicide prevention or funeral funding organizations
Visit cemeteries; if allowed (get permission first please), leave flowers at graves; visit loved ones' or family members' graves
Collect animal bones (please thank the animal's spirit after doing so; I just think it's respectful to do so)
Learn about death; acquaint yourself with the idea of death; figure out what you believe happens after death
Take care of yourself physically and emotionally
Work on learning to let go of the past; forgive yourself for past mistakes, and release past regrets
Start a garden or tend to plants
Save your money, if able; work on spending it wisely
Practice patience, understanding, and gratitude
Be a good host to all who enter your space; Haides is the ultimate host, the Ruler of All
Take a walk during a new moon (if it is safe to do so in your area)
Bury a time capsule
Honor old family traditions; dig into your heritage and find pride in it
Learn to find simple joys in life; make a list of things that bring you joy in your day to day
Meditate in nature; ground yourself often; practice mindfulness
Visit/explore caves (please do so safely!!!)
Visit ancient ruins, ghost towns, and any place where people used to be but are no longer
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Hope this helps someone! I may add more later on. For now, this is my list of discreet ways to worship Haides. Take care, everyone! 🩵
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