If you decided five minutes ago that you want to learn how to become a witch and don't know where to begin, you’re in the right place. Hi, I’m Aunt M., a practicing witch with 30+ years of real-life experience. I created this podcast to help beginner witches cut through the misinformation, confusion, and gatekeeping that can leave you feeling overwhelmed. My goal is to help you get a grounded, magical start in the craft. Welcome to the coven. We’re learning and growing together over here. Join the community: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/howtobecomeawitch/subscribe.
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If you decided five minutes ago that you want to learn how to become a witch and don't know where to begin, you’re in the right place. Hi, I’m Aunt M., a practicing witch with 30+ years of real-life experience. I created this podcast to help beginner witches cut through the misinformation, confusion, and gatekeeping that can leave you feeling overwhelmed. My goal is to help you get a grounded, magical start in the craft. Welcome to the coven. We’re learning and growing together over here. Join the community: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/howtobecomeawitch/subscribe.
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July 3, 2026
How Beginner Witches Can Bring Balance to Their Practice
<p>Welcome to another essential episode of the How to Become a Witch Podcast. In this special interview, we sit down with holistic health counselor, hypnotherapist, and sound healer Jed Shlackman. If you have been looking for ways to properly align your inner world without getting swept up in overly commercialized trends, this conversation is precisely what you need.</p><p>We address a major dilemma facing the modern spiritual community: the trap of "24/7 magical micromanagement." Jed shares his grounded, psychological approach to witches spirituality, explaining why obsessive manifestation routines can block true spiritual progress. From the mechanics of audio technology and Hemi-Sync to using the deep, sonic vibrations of gongs and singing bowls, you’ll learn how sound healing acts as a powerful corrective layer for a practicing witch. Whether you are building a foundation in traditional witchcraft or charting your own course in non-religious witchcraft, this episode provides the practical guardrails necessary for sustainable self-work and authentic transformation.</p><p>Sound healing serves as a practical, chemical-free tool for clearing stagnant energy and shifting brainwave states. For a modern witch, incorporating instruments like gongs or singing bowls into a routine provides an auditory queue that stabilizes the mind, helping practitioners move away from stressful overthinking and enter a deeply grounded state of alignment.</p><p>A successful path in personal witchcraft requires maintaining a firm connection with mundane life. When practitioners prioritize ritual work over basic daily responsibilities (like chores, relationships, or work), it creates a dangerous imbalance. True alignment means treating regular, everyday functionality as an extension of your spiritual well-being.</p><p>Shadow work is the meditative and introspective process of exploring the hidden, repressed aspects of the subconscious mind, including childhood traumas. Rather than focusing solely on external results, a practicing witch uses shadow work to resolve internal blocks, ensuring that their magical intentions are driven by self-awareness rather than an unhealed ego.</p><p>True magical sovereignty is built on a foundation of clarity, community, and continuous growth. Don't navigate the deeper layers of your craft alone.</p><p><a href="https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/howtobecomeawitch/subscribe" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Join the Coven Today</a></p><p>Sign up now to gain full access to exclusive subscriber-only materials, hidden ritual frameworks, and a dedicated network of practitioners working to align their mind, body, and spirit.</p><p><br></p><p>Jed's Links</p><p>You can find and connect with holistic health counselor, hypnotherapist, and sound healer <strong>Jed Shlackman</strong> through his official practice website, professional scheduling services, and primary social media platforms:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Main Website:</strong> Check out his primary hub for holistic guidance, sound healing resources, and reading materials at <a href="https://www.phinsights.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PsychoEnergetic Healing & Insights</a>.</p></li><li><p><strong>Grow Therapy Profile:</strong> If you are looking to book a holistic mental health counseling or telehealth therapy session in Florida, you can view his direct schedule and insurance details via <a href="https://growtherapy.com/therapists/florida/tampa/spirituality/2" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jed Shlackman's Grow Therapy Page</a>.</p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Instagram:</strong> Follow his daily insights and community updates <a href="https://instagram.com/jedshlackman" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@jedshlackman</a>.</p></li><li><p><strong>Facebook:</strong> Connect with his practice page at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jediholistichealing" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jedi Holistic Healing</a>.</p></li><li><p><strong>X (formerly Twitter):</strong> Stay up to date with his thoughts and event announcements <a href="https://x.com/jedishaman" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@jedishaman</a>.</p></li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
June 26, 2026
How to Celebrate July as a Beginner Witch: Moon Cycles & Boundary Rituals
<p>Are you looking for beginner-friendly witch practices to align your energy this summer? In this guide, we dive into why July is the ultimate month for mid-year reflection, refreshing your personal boundaries, and utilizing powerful seasonal correspondences to manifest balance.</p><p>July serves as a natural period of evaluation and reflection in the witch’s calendar. If we view the Summer Solstice as the "Full Moon" phase of the year, then July represents the beginning of the Waning phase. This makes it the perfect energetic window to review what is working, what isn't, and where you need to firmly re-establish your personal boundaries.</p><p>To amplify your magical practices this month, incorporate these highly vibrant, sun-soaked seasonal ingredients into your daily rituals:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Flower:</strong> Sunflowers or Black-Eyed Susans (perfect for honoring masculine solar energy and brightening your sacred space).</p></li><li><p><strong>Crystal:</strong> Sunstone (enhances personal power, combats people-pleasing tendencies, and grants you permission to be fabulous).</p></li><li><p><strong>Herb:</strong> Fresh Mint or Spearmint (used for mental clarity of vision, abundance, and opening portals of insight).</p></li><li><p><strong>Fruit:</strong> Watermelon (a sweet offering for fertility and beauty magic, traditionally associated with ocean orishas like Yemayá).</p></li><li><p><strong>Color:</strong> Gold (brings forth prosperity and self-confidence).</p></li></ul><p><strong>How do I use mint in my witchcraft practice?</strong></p><p>Mint is incredibly versatile for beginner witches because it can be seamlessly woven into everyday kitchen witchcraft. You can add fresh mint to your lemonade or water to boost your clarity of vision, or dry it near your stove or pool area to invite an abundance of positive energy into your home.</p><p><strong>What crystal should I use to help me set boundaries?</strong></p><p>Sunstone is the ideal crystal for building confidence and enforcing strong boundaries. Whenever you need to speak your truth or say "no" to protect your peace, hold a piece of sunstone to tap into its empowering, solar energy.</p><p><strong>Why is watermelon used in summer rituals?</strong></p><p>Watermelon is highly regarded in summer magic for its associations with fertility, refreshment, and beauty. For those working with sea-related spirits or the orisha Yemayá, leaving a sliced or whole watermelon near the seashore is a traditional offering of gratitude and respect.</p><p>Magic is always more powerful when shared with a coven. <a href="https://linktr.ee/howtobecomeawitch" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>Join our exclusive community today</strong> </a>to get access to bi-weekly ritual guides, step-by-step revenge spells, cord-cutting techniques, and a safe space to grow your practice alongside supportive peers!</p><p>Let us know in the comments below: How are you planning to celebrate your practice this July?</p><p><br></p>
June 19, 2026
Beginner Witch Summer Solstice Rituals: Visibility Magic, Divination & Self-Trust
<p>How can beginner witches celebrate the Summer Solstice and Litha with simple rituals, visibility magic, and practical spiritual growth? In this episode of How to Become a Witch, I explore the deeper meaning of the Summer Solstice, also known as Litha, and share beginner-friendly ways to work with solar energy, shadow work, glamour magic, and intention setting during this powerful seasonal shift.</p><p>Learn how to celebrate Litha as a modern witch through crystal charging, elemental rituals, divination, and visibility magic designed to help you step into your power without burning yourself out. I discuss the balance between light and dark energies, why shadow work is often misunderstood, and how practical systems and planning can strengthen your spellwork and manifestation results.</p><p>Whether you are a beginner witch, practicing witch, or spiritually curious listener, this episode offers grounded guidance for navigating the liminal space of the Summer Solstice with clarity, confidence, and joy.</p><p>In this episode:</p><ul><li><p>Summer Solstice and Litha meanings</p></li><li><p>Visibility magic for confidence and growth</p></li><li><p>Shadow work and emotional healing</p></li><li><p>Charging crystals with solar energy</p></li><li><p>Beginner witch rituals</p></li><li><p>Glamour magic and self-expression</p></li><li><p>Divination during seasonal transitions</p></li><li><p>Energy work and intention setting</p></li><li><p>Spiritual self-care and burnout prevention</p></li><li><p>Practical witchcraft for modern witches</p></li></ul><p>Ingredients and Tools Mentioned:</p><ul><li><p>Crystals for charging in sunlight</p></li><li><p>Candles</p></li><li><p>Herbs and flowers</p></li><li><p>Bowls representing the four elements</p></li><li><p>Tarot or oracle cards</p></li><li><p>Journals for intention setting</p></li><li><p>Sun symbols and seasonal decorations</p></li><li><p>Cleansing tools for doorways and windows</p></li></ul><p>FAQs:</p><ol><li><p>What is Litha in witchcraft?<br>Litha is the pagan celebration of the Summer Solstice, honoring the longest day of the year, solar energy, abundance, visibility, and personal growth.</p></li><li><p>How do beginner witches celebrate the Summer Solstice?<br>Beginner witches often celebrate with candle rituals, crystal charging, intention setting, divination, herbal magic, and connecting with nature.</p></li><li><p>What is visibility magic?<br>Visibility magic focuses on helping you be seen, recognized, and confident in your personal, spiritual, or professional life while aligning with your authentic self.</p></li></ol><p>Join the How to Become a Witch community for more beginner witchcraft, practical magic, seasonal rituals, and spiritual growth tips:<br><a href="https://linktr.ee/howtobecomeawitch">https://linktr.ee/howtobecomeawitch</a></p><p>#modernwitchcraft #personalwitchcraft #practicingwitch #nonreligiouswitchcraft #modernwitch #traditionalwitchcraft #witchesspirituality</p>
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