Blending Science with Magic

Hey witches,

I wanted to let y’all know that while I started strong with the magic, it’s only a small part of me. I have a background in psychology and education, and I grew up loving Magic School Bus and Bill Nye the Science Guy. So, I’m going to add some honesty and science to this blog.

I don’t know if I fully believe in magic. But I know something is out there — I’ve had too many coincidences in my life to not believe in something. It’s hard to be a believer without proof.

Don’t get me wrong — I set up my space and my altar. I have Irish tea out for my grandmother, just in case. I keep the Hamsa out for protection because, like Sandra Bullock in Practical Magic, What you Believe has Power. 

I believe in kindness and joy and hard work, as well as whimsy, anger, and fear. So, yes, I’m a little crazy — but I've never turned into a cat or a bat. I light a candle and thank the universe because I believe in mindfulness.

I see the science: to be kind, to be grateful, to let out your thoughts through art, to see friends, to be clean and relax, to go out and stay in, to take care of yourself and the world around you. There is power in hoping and moving forward in this life with a smile — even when all seems lost.

I don’t think all is lost. I think a lot of us are living in fear, unsure of what to do, or lashing out. I don’t want to do any of that anymore. I want to grow something. I want to plant a tree, share my food, and brighten someone’s spirits.

So that’s the pivot we’re making today. Yes, I’ll still share magic spells, full moon rituals, and little things I do throughout the day — not to tell you to become an all-powerful witch and join the coven, but to hope you see you are worth it and this life is worth it.

So, say a magic spell with me:
I wish. I wish, I wish.

What did you wish for? Do you feel whimsy? A little mischievous? Did it put a smile on your face? That is the point of the magic I do. I want to share that with others. I want you to — if you want to — smile today.

And yes, there’s shadow work — that’s the magical term for feeling the emotions that make us sluggish. We have those emotions for a reason, but with shadow work comes change. The only constant in life is change.

Ride that ride. Take that leap. Grow.

Quoting Ms. Frizzle: Take Chances. Make Mistakes. Get Messy.

That’s what I’m doing. Let’s do it together.