The Universe does NOT have your back | U is for Universe | A to Z of Modern Witchcraft SERIES
The universe does not have your back, or why the law of attraction is bogus (despite what the privileged gurus may say).
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Whoop! This month's Merkababox with the theme of FIRE. Some gorgeous things in here - and useful too!
Sorry it’s a bit jagged in places, I was struggling not to cough (edited a few out because I didn’t want to hurt your ears).
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Links
http://www.merkababox.com
They do ship to countries outside the UK but it's expensive, so for a similar box (based in Canada) try https://goddessprovisions.com
January unboxing video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r1UmyS0g5_Q&t=10s
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UgeJ3ZUS-D4
Some thoughts on magical tools.
Links..
Kelly-Ann Maddox on tools https://youtu.be/Ku3f24SWhaE
Pagyptsian Trendy Witchcraft https://youtu.be/9Ot_fQaUDOo
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This is an unboxing of the February 2020 Goddess Provisions box, which they very kindly sent me for review. And it is BEAUTIFUL!!
You can find out more about Goddess Provisions here https://goddessprovisions.com/
If you'd like to use my ambassador link (doesn't get you anything sadly, if enough people do it they send me some cash) it is http://caurl.co/r/0yo5m/8l17
Goddess Provisions is a US based company. The monthly subscription boxes are currently $44, shipping within the US is free, other countries it is expensive and you may also get stung with customs fees. It's a sweet self-care box with a new agey focus. I was also happy to see they plant a tree for every box bought.
I mentioned Anya's nail magic video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9JCe13Qvd5Q&t=12s
Last month's box with the Gua Sha tool https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_BUweXBbUdI&t=124s
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Welcome kindreds, I’m Jessica TheStoryWitch. This channel is for witches and seekers looking to craft a creative and magical life. I share about tarot, moon wisdom, bullet journalling, astrology, divination, feminism, myth and story, crystals, book and deck reviews, goddess spirituality, herbs, ritual, witchcraft history, different approaches to the Craft, and all that good stuff. I started witching in 1991, just before I turned 13 years old, and have been walking the path of a Welsh solitary, eclectic, witch ever since. I’ve learned a lot along the way, and started this channel as a place to share and connect with like-minded people. I upload on (most) Wednesdays or Thursdays.
My channel
https://www.youtube.com/user/patchworkmamastarr
My Social Links...
Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/JessicaTheStorywitch
Instagram http://instagram.com/thestorywitch
Blog http://www.jessicamstarr.com
My channel
https://www.youtube.com/user/patchworkmamastarr
Warmest blessings
Jessica
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i431WK-Sa1c
A little witchy journaling supplies haul for you: 7 Things I received (or bought myself) over the holidays which I plan to use in my Journaling practice in 2023.
This also turned into an unintentional tarot flip through video of the We'Moon Tarot and the Dark Wood Tarot. Ah well, these things happen.
I Mentioned a LOT of things in this video, so hopefully I will have got them all listed here. If I missed anything just ask and I will let you know... (the ones in bold are the 7 things which I received over the holidays)
Creative Stamping Magazine Issue 116 https://tinyurl.com/mr2a3hex
Word of the Year https://thestorywitchblog.wordpress.com/2017/10/05/choosing-a-word-for-the-year/
Bibliophilia Sticker Book https://amzn.to/3i0cFoP
Sticker Studio Apothecary Sticker Book https://amzn.to/3jGKewm
Depth Year https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcUEInTaKUvAONP68_fhe6Mzm6CP48d1M
Kelly-Ann's recent Video where she mentions depth https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZIOzHuyPuOU&t=65s @kelly-annmaddox
The Circle of Kindreds on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/circleofkindreds
Carnelian Heart Crystal - I don't know where this is from sorry as it was a gift
We'Moon Tarot Deck https://wemoon.ws/products/tarot-card-deck (though I just found the link and it looks like it is already sold out, sorry)
We'Moon Diary Flip Through https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uA0dm7BHu6k&t=1359s
Connect with your Deck video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6YIQKJ8Lk0&t=396s
The Dark Wood Tarot https://amzn.to/3jGUoxd
Nicoletta Ceccoli Tarot (I didn't show this, but did mention it) https://amzn.to/3VzjT0G
Vintage Colours Tombow Pack https://amzn.to/3WVf82E
Tombow Swatching Video https://youtube.com/shorts/j42z1WzczWs?feature=share
Ipad, mine is a 2021 5th generation ipad pro with an M1 processor. I got it second hand/ reconditioned from amazon https://amzn.to/3GDDHfj
Magnetic paper feel screen protector https://amzn.to/3i36h02
My Journals
*My Word of the Year Art Journal is an Ottergami B5
*My ex-bujo/ bullet journal - now more of a free-flowing creative journal - is a Notebook Therapy Tsuki B5
*I didn't show it in this video, but I'm also using a Writual Tarot Journal. I have a discount code for this below.
*** Are you new here? ***
Welcome kindred, I’m Jessica.
I’m on a magical, healing adventure with journaling, tarot, astrology, and creative self discovery. Here I share the tools, inspiration, and resources I gather along my path of deepening self-awareness and connection with All That Is.
My intention for this channel is for it to be a soothing and sacred space which meets you where you are on your journey of creative exploration and spiritual connection; a place where you can come to find ideas and inspiration - gathered over my decades of journaling, witchery, and working with the cards - to help you to weave your own authentic and life affirming practices. Practices which are rooted in a deeper understanding of this world as a place where magic is real, and where we can work with our own stories to weave what happens next.
I would love for you to come along on this journey with me.
Join the Facebook Circle of Kindreds
https://www.facebook.com/groups/circleofkindreds
Get the Moonthly Museletter - with tips for the upcoming moon phases
https://tinyurl.com/yu6372zk
I am a Writual Ambassador, which means you get 15% off all their products using this link https://bit.ly/3RTLtVu and enter the code STARR at checkout
Instagram
http://instagram.com/jessica_and_the_moon
Website
http://www.jessicamstarr.com
My channel
https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaandtheMoon
*Some of these may be affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission if you buy via these links. It doesn’t cost you any extra and I really appreciate your support. Thank you!
Warmest blessings
Jessica
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mi0ARnBfD6Y
Kind of a part 2 to my last video. Here are two gorgeous witchy wall calendars for 2021 and a large moon phase wall chart. Really handy if you like to have your moon phases alongside your mundane appointments (and who doesn't like that), plus some lovely artwork.
To see the planners that go with these calendars go here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtuRfAKORA0
To buy (direct from the sellers is best)...
Earth Pathways https://www.earthpathwaysdiary.uk/
The Flickering Cauldron https://www.theflickeringcauldron.com/moonDiary2021.php
These calendars were sent to me for free to review, but opinions shared are my own.
Thanks for watching!
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Welcome kindreds, I’m Jessica TheStoryWitch. This channel is for witches and seekers looking to craft a creative and magical life. I share about tarot, moon wisdom, bullet journalling, astrology, divination, feminism, myth and story, crystals, book and deck reviews, goddess spirituality, herbs, ritual, witchcraft history, different approaches to the Craft, and all that good stuff. I started witching in 1991, just before I turned 13 years old, and have been walking the path of a Welsh solitary, eclectic, witch ever since. I’ve learned a lot along the way, and started this channel as a place to share and connect with like-minded people. I upload on (most) Wednesdays or Thursdays.
My channel
https://www.youtube.com/user/patchworkmamastarr
My Social Links...
Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/JessicaTheStorywitch
Instagram http://instagram.com/thestorywitch
Blog http://www.jessicamstarr.com
My channel
https://www.youtube.com/user/patchworkmamastarr
Warmest blessings
Jessica
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7R_d9GI6P7k
I’m almost completely full in my bullet journal so it’s time to start a new book.
I’ve stuck with Notebook Therapy Tzuki B5 size.
Feeling more emotional than usual about this transition.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lyA4KFWuwQg
This book surprised me. Not your average beginner witchcraft / magick book. More autobiography than how-to book, but a fun read.
I was sent this book for free by the publisher. All opinions my own.
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Welcome kindreds, I’m Jessica TheStoryWitch. This channel is for witches and seekers looking to craft a creative and magical life. I share about tarot, moon wisdom, bullet journalling, astrology, divination, feminism, myth and story, crystals, book and deck reviews, goddess spirituality, herbs, ritual, witchcraft history, different approaches to the Craft, and all that good stuff. I started witching in 1991, just before I turned 13 years old, and have been walking the path of a Welsh solitary, eclectic, witch ever since. I’ve learned a lot along the way, and started this channel as a place to share and connect with like-minded people. I upload on (most) Wednesdays or Thursdays.
My channel
https://www.youtube.com/user/patchworkmamastarr
My Social Links...
Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/JessicaTheStorywitch
Instagram http://instagram.com/thestorywitch
Blog http://www.jessicamstarr.com
My channel
https://www.youtube.com/user/patchworkmamastarr
Warmest blessings
Jessica
x
#witchybooks #witchcraft #popmagick
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmAQlhEOuFs
Grab a cuppa and your journal and let's get cosy.
I hope you enjoy watching my witchy bullet journal / book of shadows set-up for december 2021. Any thoughts or questions let me know.
For more witchy planning videos see https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcUEInTaKUvDZ0bB5F4h_tHaHyhDjLDsV
For getting started using your bullet journal as a Book of Shadows I have a step by step guide
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcUEInTaKUvCDmXV3sKMym_ZT3y0EtYL2
If you would like to book a tarot or astrology reading with me you can see those here
https://www.ecwid.com/store/jessicastarr/
Supplies used...
All brush pens are Tombow dual brush
The black brush pen is Tombow fudenosuke
The black I used for most other things is a paper mate inkjoy 0.5, the very fine black pen is Muji 0.3, the other is a black lamy fountain pen
My journal is Notebook Therapy Tsuki B5 medium dot grid
The moon phase stamps, washi and all stickers are from Etsy sellers
The planners/ diaries I used to pull things out of were "We'moon", "Earth Pathways", "Astrocal Moon Diary", "Country Wisdom and Folklore Planner" and "Llewelyn's Witch's Datebook". If you're interested to see more of these I did a video comparison of them https://youtu.be/QPR55QsgWsI
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Welcome kindreds, I’m Jessica TheStoryWitch. This channel is for witches and seekers looking to craft a creative and magical life. I share about tarot, moon wisdom, bullet journalling, astrology, divination, feminism, myth and story, crystals, book and deck reviews, goddess spirituality, herbs, ritual, witchcraft history, different approaches to the Craft, and all that good stuff. I started witching in 1991, just before I turned 13 years old, and have been walking the path of a Welsh solitary, eclectic, witch ever since. I’ve learned a lot along the way, and started this channel as a place to share and connect with like-minded people. I upload on (most) Wednesdays or Thursdays.
My channel
https://www.youtube.com/user/patchworkmamastarr
To see my Tarot & Astrology Readings
https://www.ecwid.com/store/jessicastarr/
My Social Links...
Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/JessicaTheStorywitch
Instagram http://instagram.com/thestorywitch
Blog http://www.jessicamstarr.com
My channel
https://www.youtube.com/user/patchworkmamastarr
Warmest blessings
Jessica
x
#witchybujo #paganplanner #planwithme
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBSUGqh4Kwg
So, I went a little bit rogue in this video. This is my latest contribution to Winter NightHare's Queen Up Journey (find more here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhzvdEfJALI ) based on Angela's Kauffman's book "Queen Up".
I did make my playlists for the Queens, and you can find them here...
Queen of Swords https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3dWBLoU--E&list=PLcUEInTaKUvA0kP_1O2sCGqq45R29IRDq
Queen of Wands https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgzGwKwLmgM&list=PLcUEInTaKUvAxAHsUYIywXIqbsjF9ibW8
Queen of Pentacles https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6p-lDYPR2P8&list=PLcUEInTaKUvBpHoCO5wpf_JtQHqvSUK96
Queen of Cups https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lg1t56JucE4&list=PLcUEInTaKUvAu-6z0z57VKmlL1qpmAJyT
I also have the lists on my iTunes and will be mainly updating them there https://itunes.apple.com/profile/TheStoryWitch
AND I talk about why I made some of these choices, and the ongoing playlists, in this video.
BUT, I decided to devote most of the video to some chants, which I feel connect with the energy of the Queens. I was thinking I'd put some pretty photo montages rather than keep the video of me, but realised that was going to take ages :D so, just put it on in the background while you get on with something else, OR grab a drum, kick off your shoes and join in.
I do go a bit off key at times (Deep into the earth got a bit weird), and there's some camera shake and weirdly loud bits. Sorry. I don't usually sit still while drumming and chanting. It was a challenge!!
List of Chants
Swords -
we are stardust by Rev. Dr. Gail Ransom https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t42JMjlBQpc
Fly like an eagle - haven’t been able to track down where this is from originally, on the inter webs it just says native american chant, no mention of the particular tribe or anything, if you know please let me know https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUnWPwi3Pyc
Wands -
Fire, transform me Kellianna https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B6Jp5-Uv0Dc
Full Height of Our power Kellianna
Pentacles -
Mother I feel you under my feet by Alice Di Micele https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31NvAm6sH18
deep into the earth I go by Samantha Marks and Suzi Edwards https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHgPk68Elcc
Water -
Ebb and Flow by Kellianna https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwIUuSZ01f4
The River is Flowing by Lindie Lila https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwIUuSZ01f4
All Queens United
Earth my Body Alice Di Micele (not original version, couldn’t track that down) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWthHKwjyh8
Spiralling into the centre by Flight of the Hawk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qq5NwdesHf8 (we do this a little differently in our red tent)
We are a People at the Full Height of Our Power - Kellianna
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