Okay, so I got into this Santeria thing, you know, the “witchcraft” part. I’m not gonna lie, it started because I was curious. All those candles and herbs and, like, the whole vibe. It seemed powerful and kinda mysterious. So I went down a rabbit hole.
Getting Started
First, I hit up the internet, just browsing and trying to figure out what’s what. I saw a lot of stuff about different Orishas – you know, like gods and goddesses. And they all had specific things they were good for – love, money, protection, all that.
- Found some basic info online.
- Checked out a few botanicas in my area.
The Deep Dive
I visited a local botanica. I mean, the smell alone was something else! So many herbs and oils I’d never seen before. I talked to the owner, a cool older lady, and she gave me the rundown. She even helped me pick out some candles and stuff for a simple ritual. It was to attract good luck. You know, the green candle deal.
My First Ritual
I followed the instructions she gave me. I set up a little altar space in my living room, nothing fancy. Just a clean white cloth, the green candle, and a glass of water. I lit the candle, said a little prayer I found online (totally tweaked it to make it my own), and just focused on what I wanted. Felt kinda weird at first, but then, I don’t know, it felt…calm. Focused. I let the candle burn all the way down.
What Happened?
I can’t say I won the lottery or anything. But, small things started happening. Like, I found a twenty-dollar bill on the sidewalk. I got a call back for a job I really wanted. Stuff like that. Coincidence? Maybe. But it felt like something shifted. I’m still new to this, still learning. But I’m definitely going to keep exploring. I’ll keep you posted!
