THE HOODWITCH: WITCHTIPS AND HOROSCOPES 01.17-23.2018

Written by Jessica Lanyadoo

 

Witch Tips

As we take a step into weird and wonderful Aquarius Season (both the Sun and Venus enter air sign Aquarius this week), the thing to remember is this very moment. Aquarius is a sign that concerns us with the future, which is an excellent thing as long as you’re not avoiding the present. These vibes can get really theoretical; prioritizing ideals of humanity without all the messiness of dealing with actual humans is the downside of Aquarius. Make sure you aren’t weaving ideas about the world that you aren’t willing to test out in the world. This is an excellent time for collaboration for common goals; where Leo wants to shine all on her own, the light of Aquarius burns brightest when it falls on everyone. Aquarius season is a great time to investigate your beliefs by actually living them out. Connect with people you don’t usually meet with, and be open to difference. You don’t have to be in agreement with others in order to be on the same team. Explore the potential of your ego by deemphasizing it. Look outside of your personal concerns to explore the needs of your community, whatever that looks like for you.

The 23rd is day one of Mercury meeting Pluto in rigid Capricorn. This transit will last until the 25th, and it’s one to watch out for; Mercury governs your mind, friendships, and communication in general, while Pluto is compulsive, intense, and has serious abandonment issues. You may find that you’re caught up in an obsessive line of thought, feeling paranoid, or that your abandonment issues are extra sensitive, or you may have to deal with someone else who's going through it. This is a great time to seek insight and healing, but there are some pitfalls to avoid. If you find yourself seeking to blame yourself or others, you’re on the wrong track. Negative thinking will only lead to more negativity, so if you’re feeling really down and you can’t get up, seek neutral ground. This isn’t the time to try to control situations, feelings, or people; all you need to do is find the truth of your feelings about them, not to make them something different. Seek to improve the relationship you have with yourself today (and every day), my love.

ARIES

March 21-April 19

It’s important that you communicate, Aries. You’re likely to be stuck on some pretty frustrating feelings, and if you neglect to share what’s happening for you with others, they’re bound to take it personally. You don’t need to get into details or get too involved, but what you omit is communicating more than you might intend it to this week. Share yourself, even when it’s difficult. You may be surprised at the amount of support you have available to you, my love.

TAURUS

April 20-May 20

Letting go is hard to do, but it’s absolutely worth it. We move into Aquarius season this week, and this can be an uncomfortable time for you, Taurus. Don’t try to hold on tight in the face of change, but try not to abandon yourself when your feels get complicated either. Strive to find a way to flow with your circumstances by being kind to yourself, wherever you’re at in your process. You can for sure get where you want to go; just make sure that when you get there, you feel good in your own skin.

GEMINI

May 21-June 21

There are always more than two options, but when you’re blocked, it’s hardest to see that. You may be tempted to give up and walk away this week, but that’s not your best move. You need to pace yourself, creating balance between your obligations and your passions, your personal life and your goals. Don’t worry so much about the future; all you can make sure of is that you are acting in ways that support you and your life in the present moment, Twin Star.

CANCER

June 22-July 22

Don’t rush into the future so much that you abandon the present. Likewise, don't resist the truth of how things are because you wish they were different. Struggle against adversity, repression, and dead-end pathways, but don’t struggle against the truth, Moonchild. Acceptance is not consent; it’s awareness. Be present for how things are in the here and now so that you can act in the most constructive ways possible this week.

LEO

July 23-Aug. 22

Let’s talk about courage, Leo. According to Brene Brown, “Courage is a heart word. The root of the word courage is cor - the Latin word for heart. In one of its earliest forms, the word courage meant ‘To speak one's mind by telling all one's heart.’” Now is the time for you to act on the contents of your heart, even if your fears are telling you otherwise. Make choices that allow you to feel right in your own skin so that you can gracefully grow into the person you intend to be, my love.

VIRGO

Aug. 23-Sept. 22

There is no perfection, no immaculate idea, and no infallible plan. There’s just life, messy, complicated, unpredictable life. Instead of seeking someone or thing that can tell you all the answers, try to find willingness to just be where you’re at, Virgo. Being in the middle of things doesn’t mean that there’s no end in sight – only that you can’t see it yet. This is a bad time to drop connection to your vision to focus on obstacles. Stay aligned with your plans, and you’ll do great, this week.

LIBRA

Sept. 23-Oct. 22

When it all feels like too much, you don’t need to force yourself to put on a brave face, Libra. How you care for yourself is foundational to the options you see, the choices you make, and the attitudes you hold towards life in general. This is not a time to crumble in the face of adversity, but you don’t have to power through, either. Make adjustments that reflect the needs of your heart as well as your commitments. You don’t have to be anywhere but where you’re at, my love.

SCORPIO

Oct. 23-Nov. 21

Don’t be a bully, Scorpio. If you can’t be a good friend to yourself, you’re missing out on one of the greatest relationships of your life. Spend some time in a little place called me this week. Honor your gifts and hard work, show up with gratitude, and do it all without checking over your shoulder to see if something bad is coming for you. Handle fear and stress with the love and patience that you deserve; be the very friend you need this week, my love.

SAGITTARIUS

Nov. 22-Dec. 21

This week is an excellent time for confronting problems, but if you’re not careful, you’ll create more by evading them. FOMO will get you if you let it, ‘Tarius. Beware of the impulse to add a bunch more stuff to your plate when what you really need to do is manage what you already have going on. If you get a chance to take on something new, make sure that it won’t come at the expense of what you’ve already initiated, even if that thing is a pain to deal with.

CAPRICORN

Dec. 22-Jan. 19

You’re so capable that you could easily create your fears and worst-case scenarios without breaking a sweat, Capricorn. Obsession and repetitive thought or action is pretty much like prayer; make sure that you’re not praying at the altar of your fears and investing your precious energy into what you don’t want. Avoid looking for how things are likely to go wrong. Commit to seeking the creative potential in your life, and you’re much more likely to find it.

AQUARIUS

Jan. 20-Feb. 18

Think of this week as your chance to work on integration, Aquarius. Your feelings can’t be ignored, but they shouldn’t overshadow your plans. If you’re struggling with indecision or acceptance, it’s time to clarify what you’re doing and why. If you slip into your scattered and reactive behavior, you’ll find yourself seeking validation in the eyes of others instead of yourself. The whole truth can’t hurt you – it’ll only help you to move on, my love.

PISCES

Feb. 19-March 20

You don’t need to convince anyone that what you’re doing is valid. You don’t need permission, and you don’t need an audience. All you need is you, Pisces. When you’re going through deep healing or meaningful change, loneliness and fear are a part of the process. It’s healthy and normal to feel bad, you just don’t want to make decisions from that place. Stay aligned with the truth of what you’re doing, no matter how compelling your distractions are this week.

The Power Of The Witch

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I am my sisters keeper. 
The witch, bruja, healer, mother, sister, daughter, lover, artist, creative, bitch, wild woman,visionary, goddess. Transcendent of time and space. Reclaiming power, and ancestral blood lines of magick from the heavens and the Earth. I come from dirt and blood, jewels and bones. moon and sun. I am my grandmothers secrets, hopes, and dreams. I adorn myself in light and shadows. But do not mistake my flesh nor my worldly appearance for vanity, for everything I do is deliberate, I walk in gratitude for the ones who’ve come before me. My vessel is ancient, this skin remembers being birthed through the cosmos and rising out of the depths of the sea. Do not mistake her softness, vulnerability, sensitivity, compassion, love, resilience or silence for weakness. I am birthed of fire and lava of death and decay. A huntress a warrior, not worrier. I am my sisters keeper,

-B. Luna

Do you remember who you are? Have you lost your way? Do you remember your power? Should I remind you? Do you remember that you ARE the only magick you need? 
Don’t allow anyone else to define YOU or your magick and how YOU choose to present it in this world. YOUR magick it is what the f*ck you say it is. Not everyone is going to believe like you, practice like you, and that’s why it’s a personal JOURNEY. Personal. Meaning no one else is living it but you. 

We each embody unique skills with abilities to hurt or heal. Choose healing, lay down the heavy burdens, breathe. Love and be loved. Be the bruja, witch, healer, magician, Oracle, priest/priestess or mentor that you want to see in this world. Less hate, more understanding. 
Everybody got some magick in ‘em use your energy, time, and power wisely. 

The Hoodwitch Witch tips & weekly horoscopes 11/1-11/7

Artwork by @pastelae

Written by: Jessica Lanyadoo

 

Witch Tips:

This week is marked by the emo Full Moon in Taurus on the 3rd. Full Moons represent the end of a cycle, an opportunity to shed the old and make room for something new. The challenge is that endings are scary, and they can bring up dramatic feels and the parade of anxious thoughts that often follow them. The Eclipses that happened last August are over, but they’re still actively influencing us. We’re still dealing with the after-effects of our shadow issues, and it’s either deal or have your buns handed to you. This isn’t the time to turn away from the rough stuff. Taurus is a material girl, and she needs us to deal with the material world. This energy is about the material ways that we show up or hide and the consequences incurred from each.

Instead of lamenting all that is wrong in your life or with the world, try to answer this question: what are you willing to give up to get what you want? Whether you’re looking at societal issues, your love life, or your relationship to something as personal as food, this is the time to own up to how you are (or aren’t) living in accordance with what you truly value. Because of the Sun trine to Neptune and Venus sextile to Saturn that are happening from the 2nd-4th, there will be energetic support for you dealing with things in a sustainable way without compromising on your values. The trick with astrology is that it won’t do the work for you – to get the rewards of the good transits, you’ve gotta shake your tail feathers and make it happen. Luckily all signs are pointing to the embodiment (Sun) of empathy (Neptune) and kindness (Venus), in the here and now (Saturn) if you do the emotional labor needed to get there.

Venus is forming a dynamic opposition to Uranus on these same dates, with it’s strongest day of influence during the Full Moon. This is great news for growth, but not so much if you’re committed to keeping things stuck. This opposition can bring surprises and unexpected changes to your relationships, so be ready for things to get a shake down! Remember that instability isn’t ‘bad’ and security isn’t ‘good.’ Security can become a rut, and instability is an inevitable part of progress. Be open to change this week, even if you don’t know exactly where it’s taking you.

ARIES

March 21-April 19

Its possible to be present for other others’ sad feelings without being weighed down by them, Aries. The trick is to be present and bear witness, not to step in and fix things. Your impulses incline you to get in there and get busy, but sometimes the kindest thing you can do for yourself or another person is just show up. Practice being receptive this week; watch your reactions run in circles within you until they tire themselves out and settle into clarity.

­TAURUS

April 20-May 20

When you don’t honor your own needs, you end up in confusing and dissatisfying relationships, Taurus. Your connections are in need of some major attention, but there’s not a great mystery at play here, even if it feels that way. Your choices and actions brought you to this place, and if you don’t like it, it’s on you to make some changes. There’s no need to lose energy with blame and guilt; learn from your blind spots and mistakes and keep on keeping on, my love.

GEMINI

May 21-June 21

You’re likely to be confronted by feelings that you’ve been putting off for a while, but resistance will only make it hurt more. Fear basically exists for two reasons – either because you’ve got issues, or because you’re confronting a danger. It’s important to know which is which so that you can approach your feels appropriately. Don’t get caught up in your fears and lose track of yourself, Twin Star. Be kind without enabling yourself this week.

CANCER

June 22-July 22

You can love and care for a relationship until you’re blue in the face, but that doesn’t mean that it’s destined to work out. Sometimes your best efforts bring you to a wall, and while it’s disappointing, it doesn’t have to be bad, Moonchild. Follow the energy in your life. If you’ve been beating you r head against a wall, no is the time to yield. Not getting what you want isn’t a failure; it’s evidence that the Universe is redirecting you, my love.

LEO

July 23-Aug. 22

When you turn against yourself and start questioning everything, not only do you feel awful, but also you get no closer to answers that you can rely on. It’s wise to move slowly this week as you’re going through a lot, and though technically it’s no problem for you to figure it all out, your feelings are likely to add complications that create confusion. Make room for the messiness of your feels so that you can make use of the best parts their wisdom, my love.           

VIRGO

Aug. 23-Sept. 22

If you’re feeling exhausted and burnt out, take the time to get grounded this week. You have a lot that you need to get done, Virgo, but if you’re running on empty you’ll end up making weird mistakes that annoy you to no end. Make sure that your actions reflect your priorities and if you find that they don’t, strive to realign yourself. Think of your life as a pyramid that needs a sturdy foundation in order to keep its shape. Manage your basic needs and let things fall into place from there.

LIBRA

Sept. 23-Oct. 22

Change can be terrifying but it is the one constant in life. Instead of resisting the stream of changes that you’re being required to make and participate in, try going with the flow. You don’t have to know what’s coming next in order to be safe, and you don’t need to be safe in order to be happy. It’s hard to know what to trust when you’re scared, so strive to calm your nerves before you take action, this week. Stay true to your heart and you can’t go wrong, Libra.

SCORPIO

Oct. 23-Nov. 21

This week’s Full Moon in your relationship house is a great time to call in your energies, Scorpio. People make a big deal of how scary your sign is, but in truth all of your intensity is motivate by your drive to have more passion and ardor. Make sure that your relationships reflect the self-love that you mean to embody, and if they don’t start by making changes with you.  You don’t need to learn things the hard way; change your participation and the whole dynamic changes with you.

SAGITTARIUS

Nov. 22-Dec. 21

It’s been a hard road, but you’ve come so far; now it’s time to let go of something in your life that you’ve outgrown. The problem is that you’d rather have fun than mess around with problems that can wait. Honor your potential and don’t just do what you can get away with, ‘Tarius. The potent energies that are running through your life can be used for transformation, but your hand isn’t likely to get forced this week. Make your choices wisely.

CAPRICORN

Dec. 22-Jan. 19

Sadness is not a roadblock, meant to stop you in your tracks. Sad feelings are just that – they’re part of the ebb and flow of being a person. This week is likely to bring you some beauty and life affirming experiences – you deserve it, Capricorn! If you feel the underside of all that light it’s not a sign of the tides turning. Don’t struggle against your emotions or try to shut them down; nurture your feels in ways that support you this week. Embrace wholeness, tender one.

AQUARIUS

Jan. 20-Feb. 18

This week is very Dorothy with the red slippers in the Wizard of Oz – the answer is within you, Aquarius; all you gotta do is click those heels. You can fixate on all the things that have gone wrong or sideways on your path, but the truth is that it’s all happened so that you would see yourself more clearly. You don’t have to do be perfect or have it all figured out right now. All you need is to be true to yourself, plain and simple.

PISCES

Feb. 19-March 20

It’s time for some self-protection, Pisces. Human life is a material condition, and it often requires material maintenance. Slow down and get in your body this week. Locate yourself in time and place, aligning yourself with the skills and resources available to you right now, from where you’re at. If you don’t pair your striving with repose you’ll end up burnt out before you get where you want to be. Nourish yourself and you’ll find that things open up for you, my love.