Post by khara on Feb 14, 2012 23:07:28 GMT 1
A large part of my path is working with the elements. I believe we each have a specific element we are more attached to than the rest. My personal element is earth. Do you work with a specific element?
This is a description I wrote back in '03. I would love to see what y'all may say of your own elements and how they define your path and practice. - I will be adding the other elements to this post as I can get the originals from my sisters!!!
Hearing the Chants of all Living Things
The Path of the Earth Witch
One with the Earth, the Earth Witch feel the strength she receives from the sun. The cooling from a breeze. The quenching of her thirst from a shower and her joy in a storm. Seeing all living and growing things around her boosts her spirits and allows her a peace within her soul. Each season brings with it new things. The new life in spring, when all plants and creatures alike are lifting their heads to the light of the sun. The summer is a time of revel and glory in the warmth of the sun and the longer days. In autumn, a time of celebration, for the Earth has again provided an ample harvest for those who tend her. The winter, a time of sleep and renewal of energy. When all creatures slow down and take their rest.
An Earth witch is rooted, yet like the willow, she must be flexible with the winds of other’s ideas and feelings around her. It is her calling to remain grounded, to stay and listen by the fire to the hopes and ideas of others. To give advice when it is sought, and remain quiet when it isn’t.
The Earth witch is a teacher, leading by example, not by lectures. It is her calling to speak the truth when asked, knowing at times the truth may hurt, but doing so with the love of a mother for a child and trying to teach the lesson that the truth shall set you free. The Earth witch suggests calmly and rationally, being able to explain herself well and show with examples the why’s and wherefores. She is the one who gives the ideas to those who are the writers and poets. She will guide, but loosely and watch as her student toddles off alone. Standing firm when they have need to come home for comfort and love.
The Earth witch is a kitchen witch. She is at home in her kitchen and creates with herbs and ingredients an edible painting, completed with love and joy. She is happy in her garden, be it an herb garden or one which supplies the table as well. She is content when her larder is full, her herb cupboard stocked and her family healthy and well fed.
The Earth witch is a very frugal witch. She makes rather than buying. She is a saver, but not a packrat. She runs a tight ship whether it be her home, office or her altar. Everything has it’s place and it can almost always be found there.
The Earth witch is strong. She must be to withstand her sister elements in all their glory. She is a base for all to come together in harmony. She may be battered and beaten, but when the winds have calmed and the rains have put out the fire, it is the Earth who is there and calls her sisters together. She is an anchor, so rooted that home and her heart are joined. When the Earth witch is forced to move, her turmoil and pain can be felt by any who come near her, though she will not speak of it aloud. To harm the Earth witch, the quickest course is through her family and home.
The Earth witch has a fast and at times sarcastic sense of biting humor. She sees what others may miss in their constant movement. She can be judgmental and may not always encourage those who wallow in their despair instead of moving onward. The Earth witch can be harsh with those who come to her pretending to ask for advice, but wanting sympathy for things they can change. Yet, when there is true trouble, pain or despair, it is the Earth witch who is there with the balms of love and energy. It is she who will comfort and console, go to circle before the Goddess and lift up the one who is in need.
The Earth witch is a believer in what she sees. She knows that words change with each telling. She is one who will confront, rather than accept. She puts all in her life before the Goddess for guidance and understanding. Her ability in divination is many times through scrying. Seeing in her sisters Water, Fire and Air what is to come, and what has been. She is linked to both the future and the past and is comfortable with each incarnation.
The Earth witch is at times very lonely. She may be respected or appreciated by what seems to be many, but she holds her true friends close, for they are few in number and remain a part of her life forever. She is loyal, and would lay down her life for one she loved. She knows that she stands level ground with all life, no greater, no lesser.
Copywrite 2003 ~ Khara Siochain O'Taryn
Water, Waves, and Witches
By Ocalee
Do you ever find yourself walking aimlessly by the seaside? Or sitting by a pond staring deep into the water? Does your soul feel at peace by the lakeside? As your feet rest in the swallow bed of a creek do you feel a cleansing power as the water drifts by? These scenes can be calming and empowering, and if you’re a Water Witch these are the places on which you draw your power. Creeks, lakes, or the vast oceans can be a form of comfort or immense energy for the Witch who associates with the element of Water. Storms can also be a source of inspiration. And snow; snow can be the best friend to a Water Witch who finds herself in a magickal bind during the winter months.
The element of water offers much to one who wishes to accept its gifts. Listening to the sounds of water can bring calm to the restless soul. A massive amount of energy can be found while meditating on the sheer power of our Sister Water. While cleansing can be found in it’s movements. Much soul searching has taken place by the watersides. The water invites it, beckoning to the person who has the courage to look. The Water Witch knows this and can feel the pull deep within their heart.
Water is ever moving, never resting, finding its way into all nooks and crannies.
Water is also associated with emotions. Water Witches are very much the same. An active lifestyle finds them forever busy. Sometimes busy with nothing but busy just the same. It is rare that you will find a Water Witch taking it easy. She must always have something to do.
A Water Witch, like her element is flexible and able to roll with the tide of life. Usually she holds her emotions, whatever they might be, in perfect balance, but she is always on the edge of overflowing. If that emotion is love count yourself lucky. Water Witches have a fierce loyalty for those they love. However, if you’ve found yourself on their bad side, it’d be best to stand clear till the rush of emotion is over. Afterwards, you’d be well advised to tread lightly.
Water sustains all life and as such Water Witches tend to find themselves laden with responsibilities. She takes them on and completes them never complaining, but she does this at a cost. Her soul longs to be free and moving far away from the realities of life. This isn’t saying that she doesn’t love her family and friends but that from time to time the drudgery of every day life will take it’s toll upon one who associates with the element of water.
Just as water is inviting so is the Water Witch. I mean, who doesn’t love to spend an afternoon on the lake or at the beach. People love to picnic on the river or by their local creek. Water Witch’s are a friendly bunch and usually have friends from all over and from many different walks of life. But, come evening the picnickers back up and go home. So more often than not the Water Witch feels alone. This is simply her nature and something she accepts as a way of life.
This type lifestyle can be very stressful causing strain on ones emotions. Just as water has highs and lows so does the Witch who associates with the element of Water. Moodiness however is not something that a Water Witch likes to admit to but this is certainly a part of their personality.
Clutter is a Water Witches worst enemy. She loves a well-kept home, car and work area. But because of her busy life style sometimes this area can fall into chaos. She sometimes finds it hard to keep with it all and the cleaning falls by the wayside. This can wreak havoc on the water witch. Just as clutter can dam up a waterway, clutter and mess can dam up the Water Witches mental, emotional and magickal flow. She will often overlook the mess thinking that soon some spare time will come her way and she can get things back in order. Soon hardly ever comes and so the mess and clutter continue to build until she can no longer stand it. At that time everything else is put on hold and the cleaning begins with a vengeance. Much like a spring flood. Before long her space is back in order, the dam is broken and all can flow again.
Do you suspect that you have a friend or two that might be a Water Witch? It is very possible. Just as water is everywhere, inland and at sea, so are Water Witches. If your friend enjoys wearing dolphins pendants or maybe has a mermaid tattoo that could be a dead give-away as these are the most common symbols associated with Water Witches. But, many of us don’t opt for the usual. Watch for creek stones, glass collections, or seashells, to be scattered throughout their living quarters or work area. Blues and sparkly objects also tend to be favored by these people. Spirit Animals might also point to the Water Witch. If you know someone who claims the turtle, fish, or otter as their Spirit Animal you might just know a Water Witch.
copywrite Ocalee 2004
This is a description I wrote back in '03. I would love to see what y'all may say of your own elements and how they define your path and practice. - I will be adding the other elements to this post as I can get the originals from my sisters!!!
Hearing the Chants of all Living Things
The Path of the Earth Witch
One with the Earth, the Earth Witch feel the strength she receives from the sun. The cooling from a breeze. The quenching of her thirst from a shower and her joy in a storm. Seeing all living and growing things around her boosts her spirits and allows her a peace within her soul. Each season brings with it new things. The new life in spring, when all plants and creatures alike are lifting their heads to the light of the sun. The summer is a time of revel and glory in the warmth of the sun and the longer days. In autumn, a time of celebration, for the Earth has again provided an ample harvest for those who tend her. The winter, a time of sleep and renewal of energy. When all creatures slow down and take their rest.
An Earth witch is rooted, yet like the willow, she must be flexible with the winds of other’s ideas and feelings around her. It is her calling to remain grounded, to stay and listen by the fire to the hopes and ideas of others. To give advice when it is sought, and remain quiet when it isn’t.
The Earth witch is a teacher, leading by example, not by lectures. It is her calling to speak the truth when asked, knowing at times the truth may hurt, but doing so with the love of a mother for a child and trying to teach the lesson that the truth shall set you free. The Earth witch suggests calmly and rationally, being able to explain herself well and show with examples the why’s and wherefores. She is the one who gives the ideas to those who are the writers and poets. She will guide, but loosely and watch as her student toddles off alone. Standing firm when they have need to come home for comfort and love.
The Earth witch is a kitchen witch. She is at home in her kitchen and creates with herbs and ingredients an edible painting, completed with love and joy. She is happy in her garden, be it an herb garden or one which supplies the table as well. She is content when her larder is full, her herb cupboard stocked and her family healthy and well fed.
The Earth witch is a very frugal witch. She makes rather than buying. She is a saver, but not a packrat. She runs a tight ship whether it be her home, office or her altar. Everything has it’s place and it can almost always be found there.
The Earth witch is strong. She must be to withstand her sister elements in all their glory. She is a base for all to come together in harmony. She may be battered and beaten, but when the winds have calmed and the rains have put out the fire, it is the Earth who is there and calls her sisters together. She is an anchor, so rooted that home and her heart are joined. When the Earth witch is forced to move, her turmoil and pain can be felt by any who come near her, though she will not speak of it aloud. To harm the Earth witch, the quickest course is through her family and home.
The Earth witch has a fast and at times sarcastic sense of biting humor. She sees what others may miss in their constant movement. She can be judgmental and may not always encourage those who wallow in their despair instead of moving onward. The Earth witch can be harsh with those who come to her pretending to ask for advice, but wanting sympathy for things they can change. Yet, when there is true trouble, pain or despair, it is the Earth witch who is there with the balms of love and energy. It is she who will comfort and console, go to circle before the Goddess and lift up the one who is in need.
The Earth witch is a believer in what she sees. She knows that words change with each telling. She is one who will confront, rather than accept. She puts all in her life before the Goddess for guidance and understanding. Her ability in divination is many times through scrying. Seeing in her sisters Water, Fire and Air what is to come, and what has been. She is linked to both the future and the past and is comfortable with each incarnation.
The Earth witch is at times very lonely. She may be respected or appreciated by what seems to be many, but she holds her true friends close, for they are few in number and remain a part of her life forever. She is loyal, and would lay down her life for one she loved. She knows that she stands level ground with all life, no greater, no lesser.
Copywrite 2003 ~ Khara Siochain O'Taryn
Water, Waves, and Witches
By Ocalee
Do you ever find yourself walking aimlessly by the seaside? Or sitting by a pond staring deep into the water? Does your soul feel at peace by the lakeside? As your feet rest in the swallow bed of a creek do you feel a cleansing power as the water drifts by? These scenes can be calming and empowering, and if you’re a Water Witch these are the places on which you draw your power. Creeks, lakes, or the vast oceans can be a form of comfort or immense energy for the Witch who associates with the element of Water. Storms can also be a source of inspiration. And snow; snow can be the best friend to a Water Witch who finds herself in a magickal bind during the winter months.
The element of water offers much to one who wishes to accept its gifts. Listening to the sounds of water can bring calm to the restless soul. A massive amount of energy can be found while meditating on the sheer power of our Sister Water. While cleansing can be found in it’s movements. Much soul searching has taken place by the watersides. The water invites it, beckoning to the person who has the courage to look. The Water Witch knows this and can feel the pull deep within their heart.
Water is ever moving, never resting, finding its way into all nooks and crannies.
Water is also associated with emotions. Water Witches are very much the same. An active lifestyle finds them forever busy. Sometimes busy with nothing but busy just the same. It is rare that you will find a Water Witch taking it easy. She must always have something to do.
A Water Witch, like her element is flexible and able to roll with the tide of life. Usually she holds her emotions, whatever they might be, in perfect balance, but she is always on the edge of overflowing. If that emotion is love count yourself lucky. Water Witches have a fierce loyalty for those they love. However, if you’ve found yourself on their bad side, it’d be best to stand clear till the rush of emotion is over. Afterwards, you’d be well advised to tread lightly.
Water sustains all life and as such Water Witches tend to find themselves laden with responsibilities. She takes them on and completes them never complaining, but she does this at a cost. Her soul longs to be free and moving far away from the realities of life. This isn’t saying that she doesn’t love her family and friends but that from time to time the drudgery of every day life will take it’s toll upon one who associates with the element of water.
Just as water is inviting so is the Water Witch. I mean, who doesn’t love to spend an afternoon on the lake or at the beach. People love to picnic on the river or by their local creek. Water Witch’s are a friendly bunch and usually have friends from all over and from many different walks of life. But, come evening the picnickers back up and go home. So more often than not the Water Witch feels alone. This is simply her nature and something she accepts as a way of life.
This type lifestyle can be very stressful causing strain on ones emotions. Just as water has highs and lows so does the Witch who associates with the element of Water. Moodiness however is not something that a Water Witch likes to admit to but this is certainly a part of their personality.
Clutter is a Water Witches worst enemy. She loves a well-kept home, car and work area. But because of her busy life style sometimes this area can fall into chaos. She sometimes finds it hard to keep with it all and the cleaning falls by the wayside. This can wreak havoc on the water witch. Just as clutter can dam up a waterway, clutter and mess can dam up the Water Witches mental, emotional and magickal flow. She will often overlook the mess thinking that soon some spare time will come her way and she can get things back in order. Soon hardly ever comes and so the mess and clutter continue to build until she can no longer stand it. At that time everything else is put on hold and the cleaning begins with a vengeance. Much like a spring flood. Before long her space is back in order, the dam is broken and all can flow again.
Do you suspect that you have a friend or two that might be a Water Witch? It is very possible. Just as water is everywhere, inland and at sea, so are Water Witches. If your friend enjoys wearing dolphins pendants or maybe has a mermaid tattoo that could be a dead give-away as these are the most common symbols associated with Water Witches. But, many of us don’t opt for the usual. Watch for creek stones, glass collections, or seashells, to be scattered throughout their living quarters or work area. Blues and sparkly objects also tend to be favored by these people. Spirit Animals might also point to the Water Witch. If you know someone who claims the turtle, fish, or otter as their Spirit Animal you might just know a Water Witch.
copywrite Ocalee 2004
