#disabled witches

It's an all (magical and mundane) hands on deck kind of day pain-wise and disability-wise. I knew that yesterday being so busy and hectic was going to exacerbate things (there were a lot of appointments, errands, and things that needed taking care of around the property, and I was already hurting to begin with, so having to be on my feet and on the move all day is something I'll be paying for for a long while now). I've lived with two chronic illness diagnoses for 20+ years now (I was diagnosed as a pre-teen after a horrific bout of mono that they believed "woke up" the chronic illnesses, or at least that's how it was explained to me as a child and that's never left me lol), but it never gets "easier" dealing with the balance of pain, fatigue, constant sleep problems and insomnia, bouts of inability to use my hands, bouts of inability to think or focus or remember things, bouts of inability to speak comfortably or sometimes at all, and plenty of other issues, whilst also just trying to live a "normal" life and actively take part in life, pursue the things I want, and make space for what brings me joy. It's weird to think that it's been more than two decades of just constant symptoms. There's never been a day off, just days where I can "ignore it" a little easier.

Today, the pain and the fatigue are bad, as are my hands. I can't grip anything and keep dropping things. I couldn't even zip my jacket today when I was going out to feed the chickens. It's just one of those days that I have to remind myself, "You're ill, you dummy. You're disabled. This is your normal, and you need to stop trying to pretend otherwise." Because, yeah. I've lived with this for over 20 years and still try to convince myself that I can just "power through."

Welcome Witches to Magical Mondays!

Given the podcast is all about making magic our own, how to let the FULL scope of our identities show in how being Witch manifests in our lives and in our practice, Monday's are where I want to give you all space to figure out what that looks like.

So, this week's episode is on grounding, centering, and the upcoming Beltane celebrations.

So for Magical Monday, give some of these ideas a shot and see how they do for you.

• Light a candle or LED light and name one thing you’re letting go of… then one thing you’re inviting in for Beltane.

• Look at yourself in a mirror (or camera) and speak gently to your reflection:

"I am here. I am centered. I am whole in this moment."

• Infuse water with herbs, flower petals, or intention to annoint yourself or your altar on Beltane.

• Take a short, intentional walk, gaze out the window, or watch nature videos/look at nature pictures.

• Fill a jar, pouch, or bowl with objects that help you feel safe and present — herbs, affirmations, crystals, sensory textures, etc.

I'll be covering more ideas on Thursday's podcast (which you can catch up on here: https://shadowsandblooms.captivate.fm/listen) about grounding, centering, and the magic of Beltane.

And don't forget - every one of these practices is adaptable to your own unique abilities and comfort. If you need ideas on how to make more "typical" practices work for you in this context, feel free to reach out!

Let me know in the comments which ones you've tried, how they worked for you, and if you have any suggestions of your own!

It's Monday and Mondays suck, but that doesn't mean you can't make some magic happen!

Witchcraft is for all Witches no matter MH, Non able bodies, able bodies race gender or sexuality.

When it comes to disabled Witches doing most Witchy things can be limited.

DISABLE FRIENDLY WITCHERY.

If these pertain to you or help you then it is for your random examples.

Forest walks- any park is fine or your back yard. In case u can't go far or travel on forest roads for any reason.

Alters- at the height desk that accommodate your wheel chair or sitting aids.

Cleansing-Washing your face is cleansing. Taking a shower is cleansing. Cleaning your home is cleansing. Tidying up your space is cleansing. Doing the dishes and running a load of laundry are cleansing. Taking out the trash is cleansing.

Participating in a community - video chats, live video practice where u can participate Or watch premade videos as you do your practice so you don't have to be seen , heard and or actually be involved.

Spells or enchant- I chant your day today items such as blankets drinks and or food

Being any type of disabled and in the closet can be even harder but remember if you are the Magick and you are the craft.

-pick up any litter you see outside, the earth/your diety(s) will be thankful

-walk outside: just being outside can be nice for the mind or spirit. Even if you just sit outside your door or open a window

-make affirmations and set your intentions for today: it can be as small as telling yourself you will have a good day or that you will get a little bit closer to a goal you have. Or just looking in a mirror and telling yourself what you need to affirm in yourself.

-taking a shower or just washing your face with the intention of cleansing whatever is weighing you down. Sometimes just leaving your bedroom can be grounding. Even if it's just to brush your teeth/wash your hands/wash your face

-sprinkle salt on yourself or your room to repeal negative energy

-talk to animals or things. If it doesn't do anything for you that's completely fine it just makes me feel more connected to my environment. Not even just plants it can be cooking items, plush dolls, dice for games, ect.

-eat candy or treats from a friend. Eating food that's shared between a friend/lover/familial figure is can be a very powerful thing. The intention the person has while sharing can be a blessing. Or sharing food can bless you too. Cooking/buying food to feed a neighbor or family that's struggling to eat manifests goodness in you and the other person's life. Intention matters of course. Weather it's sharing a cup of flour or a rotisserie chicken from the store it counts