The Closeted Witch

Hello friends, this will be part of a series I do on tarot cards and their associated meaning; please enjoy, and as always feel free to reach  out to me if you have questions. Some of these associations are personal, whereas others are simply well known and accepted meanings of the cards.  Do not take this as a comprehensive list, rather as one reader's interpretation. 

the fool. I associate this card with innocent, blind faith, new beginnings, often an optimistic card, however when coupled with more negative cards or reversed I think it important to consider that this card may be telling the querent that they are on a foolish path. The querent might want to ask; what’s going to happen if I walk off this cliff, will I fall and hit the rocks below or will I fly? Planet: Uranus

 The magician: a card of creating things.  When representing the querent, it meas that they have the power to create their own destiny,however when representing another person in relation to the querent, it sometimes can mean that person is trying to control coerce, or otherwise control a person. Planet: Mercury

 The high priestess. A card of spirituality and higher powers. Also duality, means that the situation is very nuanced and has both great positives and great negatives. I don’t always entirely trust the high priestess for this reason, as even when it is ushering in an era of supposed good there will inevitably be a dark side; this card almost always requires further clarification and should be paid special attention to. Planet: The moon

The empress. “Queen card.” coming into one's power, feminine energy, can often mean pregnancy. When coupled with certain cards it could be a domineering matriarch, misuse of funds or authority, and occasionally indulgence. Planet: venus 

The emperor. “The king “ the male equivalent to the empress. Masculine authority figures, sometimes could represent institutions, the police and law enforcement. Be careful with this card because it could become controlling or even potentially abusive very quickly. However it can also symbol support and protection as well.  Planet: capricorn 

 The Hierophant. Marriage, religious institutions, anything established. I also associate this card with the royal family, cults, and occasionally the justice system as well as the school system. 

Just some of my thoughts about witchy things I enjoy in summer.

- Flower crowns. they dont necessarily have to be witchcraft related but there is something so deeply pagan in making a flower crown out of fresh flowers and wearing it. Especially when you pick specific flowers that correspond to your intentions or feelings

- Nice cold spell baths. I take so many cold baths in summer, and if you’re like me you can utilize the watery venus like energy that often feels abundant at this time of year and incorporate it into your daily washes... its so nice and calming to settle in after a long hot day, into a nice cooling bath with oils and crystals

- sun tea. does more need to be said? I know its specifically used to enhance male beauty, but it doesnt matter much to me. I still use it anyways, especially in regards to enhancing health and vibrancy

- ya know I hate the beach but I understand a lot of people don’t share my views. This might be a good time to create an alter or devotional centered around water or a water or sea deity. At least go and collect some sea- shells, believe me they have their magical uses. 

I think if you feel it is something that needs to be done go ahead and do it. I’m not a believer in the “do as ye will an it harm none” motto. Hurting people without reason is malicious, but some people need to be taken care of. Might I suggest, an alternative however, or possibly an addition to a hex? If a person is bullying you, you might want to try a spell that would make them leave you alone or a banishing spell. Here is a good one I did awhile back myself, it’s by a young woman I follow that I think has some good information: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8H_Pn7zgQM

But yeah to answer your question, if you feel your boundaries are being violated take care of that. Also, if you “want your poppet to work better,” I might recommend incorporating cinnamon as part of your spell, if it feels right for you. It is commonly used for “enhancing” or “speeding up” the effects of the craft, as are a lot of other spicy foods.

So I’m like, terrible at reading my own cards for some reason. I can, but it’s really hard to be objective about the outcome since I obviously want things to work in my favor in the future, and when I do see good sometimes I wonder if I am fooling myself. It’s a sticky situation.