Halloween for most is a bit of fun. It’s an excuse to dress up, watch horror movies, and do spooky activities 🎃
For witches however, there’s a lot more to it... 🧙♀️
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Far from donning costumes and flying on broomsticks, practising witches consider October 31 a sacred day that marks the start of winter.
Halloween – or Samhain – is a longstanding celebration, with Celtic literature showing references to it as far back as the 10th century.
Despite witchcraft hitting the mainstream in recent years, stereotypes still remain around witches, from wearing pointy black hats to cursing naughty children.
We spoke to some real witches looking to dispel those myths, and find out what they’re up to this Halloween.
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Bekki - editor of Witch Magazine
'I will reflect on my year, and decide what I no longer need – habits, patterns, things that aren’t working in my life.
I will place photos of passed loved ones on my altar, honouring them with a glass of their favourite drink.'
Tamara - Intuition Guide and Author 🔮
'I host my annual Meet Your Spirit Guide event where I guide people through a meditative experience to connect with their spirit guides.
It’s always so much fun hearing people’s experiences. people often receive profound messages.'
TL Clark - Holistic Therapist, Reiki Master, and Author
'I dress up to hand out sweets to the trick or treaters. In the past I’ve made little scrolls, sharing information about witches and Samhain.
Once the doorbell stops, I can get my actual witch cloak and do some spellwork.'
Semra - Author and Founder of Mama Moon Candles
'It is an ideal time if you want to communicate with your spirits, ask questions or seek guidance.
To do this I create an offering, light a candle, and burn frankincense and myrrh, which are both great ways to tap into spirit.'
Geraldine
'As a Wiccan Witch I will be spending Samhain with my coven as usual.
For us it is a time to get together and remember those who have gone before – as well as to look to what the future has in store for us.'
To find out more as to how real witches spend their Halloween, read the full article below 🧙♀️👇
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