Okay, so I’ve been digging into this whole “Celtic Witchcraft” thing lately, and let me tell you, it’s been a wild ride. I started out pretty clueless, just a general interest in Celtic mythology and a vague idea that there was some kind of magic associated with it. I decided I am going to try to put it into practice step by step.
Step 1: Getting My Bearings
First, I hit the books – and the internet, obviously. I needed to understand the basics. What even is Celtic Witchcraft? Turns out, it’s not one single, neat little package. It’s more like a big, sprawling family tree with lots of different branches – some people focus on the Irish traditions, others on Scottish, Welsh, or even Cornish. I spent hours just reading about the different Celtic deities, the festivals, the folklore… it was overwhelming, to be honest.
Step 2: Choosing a Path (Sort Of)
I quickly realized I couldn’t learn everything at once. So, I decided to focus on the Irish tradition, mainly because I already had some familiarity with Irish mythology. I figured that would be a good starting point. Even then, it was a lot. I started by learning about the Tuatha Dé Danann, the main pantheon of Irish gods and goddesses. I picked a few that resonated with me – the Morrigan (she’s intense!), Brigid (goddess of fire and poetry), and Lugh (a sun god, seemed pretty chill).
Step 3: Baby Steps into Ritual
This is where things got… interesting. I’m not gonna lie, I felt pretty awkward at first. I started small, with simple things like lighting a candle and saying a few words to Brigid on Imbolc (one of the Celtic festivals). I found some basic prayers online and tweaked them to feel more… me. I even tried meditating outside, trying to connect with nature, which the Celts were all about. Honestly, most of the time I just felt like I was talking to myself in the backyard.
Step 4: Divination Dabbling
I’ve always been curious about divination, so I decided to try Ogham, the ancient Celtic alphabet that’s sometimes used for divination. I made my own set of Ogham staves from some branches I found in the park (with permission, of course!). I started doing simple readings for myself, just asking basic questions and seeing what the staves said. It’s… surprisingly insightful, sometimes. Other times, it just feels like random sticks. I’m still figuring that one out.
Step 5: Ongoing Learning and Messing Up
That’s pretty much where I’m at now. I’m still reading, learning, and experimenting. I’ve definitely messed up a few times – mispronounced names, gotten the dates of festivals wrong, probably annoyed a few nature spirits along the way. But hey, that’s part of the process, right? It’s a journey, not a destination. And it’s definitely a journey that’s keeping me on my toes.
- Keep reading and researching. There’s always more to learn.
- Practice consistently. Even small rituals help build a connection.
- Find a mentor/group. Having to learn by yourself is hard.
- Don’t be afraid to make mistakes. It’s part of the learning process.
- Trust your intuition. If something feels right, go with it.
So yeah, that’s my Celtic Witchcraft journey so far. It’s messy, it’s fun, and it’s definitely a work in progress. I’ll be happy to share more about it in the future.
