CLASS DISCUSSION POSTS

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Hey everyone, it's Aiden! As many of you know, I’ve been on a journey of spiritual growth and self-discovery, diving deeper into my practice of Witchcraft. One of the ways I’ve been expanding my knowledge is through River Blue’s School of Witchcraft, led by my incredible teacher, Mrs. Kaehler.

In this post, I’ll be sharing my class discussion posts—insights, reflections, and experiences from my lessons. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just starting out, I hope these discussions offer inspiration, guidance, and a deeper connection to the craft.

Let’s dive in and explore the magic together! 🔮✨

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RIVER BLUE'S
WITCHCRAFT ACADEMY
CLASS DISCUSSION POSTS

MY TEACHER MRS. RIVER AT RIVER BLUE'S WITCHCRAFT ACADEMY CREATED A DISCUSSION BOARD FOR EACH MONTH SO WE CAN ANSWER EACH MONTH'S DISCUSSION TOPICS ON THE DISCUSSION BOARD AND SHARE WITH EACH OTHER.

The following below was written on the Discussion Board for the month of January 2025 and it was written by our teacher Mrs. River.
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​Merry Meet Witchlings,

First things first, before you finish reading the rest of this announcement take 30 seconds to pause and take a few deep breaths.......................................

Ok, I don't know about you guys but January, for me, has been absolute chaos! Moving forward we are going to implement a solid, yet defined place to come together! This class tile is where we will be doing discussion posts. Each month I would like for each of my students to post here about:

• A spell that you have done
•  A ritual you have done
• A book on witchcraft that you really liked
• Any handmade alter tools you have created
• An alter set up that you really liked
• A divination session that you had
• A tarot reading you did 
• Anything else you have done/seen/experienced in the witchcraft world 

The idea here is to create an online Coven, so that we can all gain knowledge or share knowledge. we are still working out the semantics of when we will have our meetings be it here, on zoom, or even Patreon, or discord. If you have any suggestions, we would love to hear them!

For now, we will start with this monthly discussion post!

Mrs. River

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MY POST (DISCUSSION) ON THE TOPICS

A spell that you have done:
Self-Empowerment Spell - This spell is designed to enhance my confidence, inner strength, and personal power - perfect for my self-growth journey.​

Spell Name: Flame of Inner Strength 🔥✨
Purpose:
This spell strengthens your personal power, self-confidence, and resilience while clearing away doubts and negativity.

​Supplies Needed:

• A white or orange candle (white for general energy, orange for personal power)
• A small mirror
• A clear quartz crystal (for amplifying energy)
• A pinch of cinnamon (for fiery confidence)
• A piece of paper and a pen

​Spell Instructions:

1. Set Your Space: Sit in a quiet place and cleanse your space with incense, sage, or sound. Place the candle in front of you with the mirror behind it so it reflects the flame.
2. Write Your Intention: On the piece of paper, write a powerful affirmation like “I am strong, I am confident, my power grows with every breath I take.”
3. Light the Candle: As you do, say:
   “By flame and fire, my strength ignites,
   Doubt and fear take their flight.
   With every glow, my spirit grows,
   I claim my power, and it shows.”
4. Hold the Quartz Crystal: Close your eyes and visualize the candlelight growing inside you, filling you with warmth, strength, and confidence.
5. Burn the Paper (Optional): Carefully burn the paper in the candle’s flame (or tear it up and bury it) while saying:
   “So mote it be! My power is free!”
6. Close the Spell: Thank the elements, blow out the candle, and carry the quartz with you as a reminder of your inner strength.

It aligns well with self-improvement, confidence, and personal power, which fits my journey perfectly. 🔥🌙 💜✨

A Ritual I have done:

Here’s a Moonlight Renewal Ritual that I did 🌙✨—it's a simple yet powerful ritual focused on cleansing, renewal, and setting fresh intentions. In practicing this Moonlight Renewal Ritual, I am actively practicing and deepening my craft.

🌙 Moonlight Renewal Ritual

Purpose: To cleanse away negativity, refresh your energy, and set powerful intentions for the next phase of your journey.

Best Time:
On a Full Moon for completion and renewal or a New Moon for fresh starts.

Supplies Needed:

• A white candle (for purity and clarity)
• A bowl of water (preferably moon-charged)
• A small amount of salt (for cleansing and protection)
• A piece of paper and a pen
• A crystal of your choice (clear quartz for amplifying energy, amethyst for intuition, or black tourmaline for protection)
• Incense or dried herbs (sage, lavender, or rosemary for purification)

Step-by-Step Ritual:

1. Cleanse Your Space 🌀
   Light the incense or dried herbs and let the smoke cleanse your space. Wave the smoke over your body and say:
   “By air and fire, earth and sea,
   Negativity, release from me.”
2. Prepare the Moon Water Bowl 🌊
   Sprinkle a pinch of salt into the bowl of water and stir it three times clockwise, saying:
   “I cleanse this water with sacred power,
   May it cleanse my soul in this hour.”
3. Light the Candle & Set Your Intention 🕯️
   Place the candle in front of you, light it, and focus on its flame. Think of what energy you want to release and what you wish to manifest.
   Write down what you are releasing and what you are calling into your life.
4. Ritual Action: Wash Away the Old 🌊
   Dip your fingers into the water and touch your forehead, heart, and hands, saying:
   “Under this moon, I cleanse and renew,
   Releasing the past, embracing the true.”
5. Charge Your Crystal with Intention 🔮
   Hold your crystal, visualize it absorbing the moon’s energy, and whisper your intention into it. Keep this crystal with you as a reminder of your renewal.
6. Burn or Tear the Paper 🔥
   If it’s safe, burn the paper in the candle flame (or tear it into tiny pieces and bury it in the earth), saying:
   “What is done is done, what will be will be,
   I walk my path, strong and free.”
7. Close the Ritual & Express Gratitude 🙏
   Blow out the candle, thank the Moon and elements, and pour the water outside as an offering to the Earth.

​End Result: This ritual helps clear stagnant energy, refresh your spirit, and empower your next steps in Witchcraft and life. 🌙✨ 🔮💜✨

A Book on Witchcraft That I Really Liked:

"The Witch’s Book of Shadows" by Phyllis Curott.

One of the most impactful books on Witchcraft that I’ve read is "The Witch’s Book of Shadows" by Phyllis Curott. This book is a blend of practical magic, spiritual wisdom, and personal empowerment, which deeply resonated with me as I continue my journey in Witchcraft.

Overview of the Book
​Phyllis Curott, a well-known Wiccan High Priestess and author, explores the importance of the Book of Shadows as a personal magical journal. She presents it not just as a place to record spells but as a living, breathing magical tool that grows with you. She explains how to use it for self-discovery, personal empowerment, and spiritual growth while integrating both traditional and modern Witchcraft practices.

What I Loved About This Book

1. Deep Spiritual Connection – Unlike some spellbooks that focus only on rituals, this book emphasizes the inner transformation that happens when practicing magic. It helped me see that my intuition, experiences, and spiritual insights are just as important as formal spellwork.
2. Practical Exercises & Spellcraft – The book includes exercises that help connect with the elements, deities, and personal power, making it a perfect guide for both beginners and experienced practitioners.
3. Encouragement of a Personalized Practice – One of the biggest takeaways for me was the idea that no two Witches’ paths are the same. The book inspired me to start keeping a more structured Book of Shadows, where I can document my rituals, experiences, and spiritual growth in my own way.
4. Empowering Message – The book teaches that magic isn’t just about casting spells—it’s about reclaiming personal power, aligning with the Universe, and embracing your true self. This aligns with the work I’m doing in my own practice.

How This Book Influenced My Witchcraft Practice
​Since reading this book, I’ve become more intentional about my practice. I’ve started:

• Keeping a detailed Book of Shadows, where I write not just spells, but also my dreams, meditation experiences, and intuitive insights.
• Working more closely with the elements, especially through grounding exercises and daily energy work.
• Exploring my own magical path, rather than feeling like I have to follow a set structure.

This book reaffirmed that Witchcraft is a deeply personal and spiritual practice that evolves with time. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to enhance their magical practice while deepening their personal connection to Witchcraft.

​Handmade Alter Tools I Have Created:

​As part of my growing practice in Witchcraft, I have taken the time to handcraft my own altar tools, making them not only powerful but also deeply personal. By creating these tools with intention, energy, and dedication, I feel more connected to my craft and the magic I work with. Below are some of the altar tools I have made and how they enhance my spiritual practice.

1. Handmade Wand 🪵

Material Used: A natural tree branch (oak for strength and wisdom) wrapped with copper wire and adorned with a clear quartz crystal at the tip.

Purpose: The wand is used to direct energy, invoke deities, and enhance spellcasting. Since I hand-selected the wood and charged the quartz crystal under the full moon, it holds strong, personal energy. I also carved sigils and symbols into the wood that resonate with my spiritual journey.

Why It’s Special: Unlike a store-bought wand, this one carries my personal energy from the moment I found the branch to the time I blessed it on my altar. It feels like an extension of my own energy field when I use it in rituals.

2. Handmade Pentacle Altar Tile 🔥

Material Used: Clay, acrylic paint, and a protective sealant.

Purpose: The pentacle is a powerful symbol of protection and balance on my altar. I created it by shaping clay, carving the pentacle design into it, and painting it in shades of black, silver, and gold to represent different energies.

Why It’s Special: This piece serves as the center of my altar, where I place sacred objects and charge items with energy. Making it by hand allowed me to infuse it with my own protective energy, making it more than just a symbol—it’s a magical anchor for my practice.

3. Handmade Offering Bowl 🌿🍶

Material Used: A small wooden bowl, hand-painted with runes and sealed with natural beeswax.

Purpose: This bowl is used to leave offerings to spirits, ancestors, or deities. I often place water, herbs, or crystals in it, depending on the ritual or intention.

Why It’s Special: Since I painted runes and sigils that are personal to me, the bowl carries strong ancestral and elemental energy. Every time I leave an offering, I feel more connected to my spiritual path.

4. Handmade Besom (Witch’s Broom) 🍃🧹

Material Used: A small bundle of dried herbs (rosemary, lavender, and thyme) tied to a handcrafted wooden handle with twine.

Purpose: Used for energetic cleansing of my altar and ritual space. Before starting any magical work, I lightly sweep the area with the besom to remove negative or stagnant energy.

​Why It’s Special: The herbs woven into it add extra protective and purifying properties. The act of making my own besom instead of buying one made me feel more deeply connected to the ritual of cleansing and preparing sacred space.

5. Handmade Candle Holders 🕯️

Material Used: Air-dry clay molded to fit small spell candles, decorated with moon phase carvings and sealed with a protective glaze.

Purpose: These candle holders are used to hold spell candles during rituals and meditation. They help focus energy while keeping the altar organized.

​Why It’s Special: Each holder is designed for a different element or intention, and I carved symbols into them to correspond with their purpose (e.g., a sun symbol for manifestation, a crescent moon for intuition). Since I made them by hand, they hold strong energetic ties to my magical practice.

Final Thoughts 🌙🔮

Creating my own handmade altar tools has been a deeply personal and magical experience. Each item is infused with my energy, intention, and creativity, making them more powerful than any store-bought tool. These tools are not just objects—they are extensions of my spiritual practice and help me connect more deeply with my magic.
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I truly believe that handmade tools carry the strongest energy because they are made with purpose and devotion. I plan to continue crafting more tools as my journey in Witchcraft evolves.

An Alter setup that I really liked:

​One of the most beautiful and meaningful altar setups I’ve seen was a Moon-Aligned Altar that deeply resonated with me. It was a perfect blend of elemental energy, celestial magic, and personal spirituality, creating a powerful sacred space.

🌙 Moon-Aligned Altar Setup
This altar was set up in harmony with the Moon’s energy, designed to enhance intuition, manifestation, and spiritual connection. Every item had a purpose, making the space feel alive with magic.

🌑 Centerpiece: The Moon Mirror & Crystal Grid
At the heart of the altar was a round mirror, symbolizing the Moon, with moonstone, selenite, and clear quartz crystals arranged in a circular grid around it. The mirror reflected the candlelight, giving it a soft, ethereal glow that felt almost otherworldly.

​Why I Loved This: The mirror didn’t just reflect light—it amplified energy. This setup made the altar feel like a portal to deep spiritual work, enhancing divination, intuition, and spellwork.

🕯️ Candle Arrangement: The Four Elements in Balance

Four candles, each representing an element, were placed in the four cardinal directions:

• North (Earth): A green candle with dried rosemary and a small bowl of salt.
• East (Air): A yellow candle with a feather and a small incense burner.
• South (Fire): A red candle with a small carnelian crystal and cinnamon sticks.
• West (Water): A blue candle with a seashell and a small chalice of moon water.

Why I Loved This: The candles brought a perfect elemental balance to the space. Each one honored a different force of nature, grounding the magic in real-world energy.

🔮 Ritual Tools & Sacred Objects

The altar also had:

• A handmade wand (carved from oak and wrapped in copper wire)
• A small cauldron (for burning herbs and intentions)
• A chalice filled with moon water (for ritual cleansing and scrying)
• A tarot deck and pendulum (placed in a silk pouch)

Why I Loved This: Every tool was hand-selected and charged with intention. The items weren’t just decorative—they were functional, personal, and powerful.

🌿 Offerings & Natural Elements

To honor the spirits and ancestors, there were fresh flowers, dried lavender, and a small dish of honey. There was also a small plate of fruit and nuts as an offering to deities.

Why I Loved This: The presence of natural elements and offerings made the altar feel alive and constantly evolving. It wasn’t just a static setup—it was a living connection to the divine.

Final Thoughts

This altar setup deeply inspired me because it was a perfect fusion of magic, nature, and celestial energy. It had an intimate, sacred feeling, making it the ideal space for spellwork, meditation, and ritual practice.
Since seeing this altar, I have started incorporating more Moon symbolism, elemental balance, and intentional offerings into my own altar. It has reminded me that an altar isn’t just a collection of objects—it’s a reflection of our spiritual energy and the magic we create.

A divination session that I had:

​One of the most powerful and insightful divination sessions I recently had was a Tarot and Pendulum Reading that gave me clarity on my current path and what I need to focus on moving forward.

🃏 Tarot Card Reading Session

For this session, I used my Tarot deck to seek guidance on my spiritual journey, personal growth, and any messages the Universe had for me. I cleansed my deck with incense, shuffled the cards while focusing on my intention, and pulled a three-card spread representing Past, Present, and Future.

• Past: The Hermit (Reversed) – This told me that in the past, I might have been isolating myself too much or ignoring the need for introspection. It reminded me of a time when I wasn’t fully connected to my spiritual practice.
• Present: The High Priestess – A strong card representing intuition, mystery, and inner knowing. This affirmed that I am on the right path and should trust my instincts and spiritual growth.
• Future: The Chariot – This card spoke of determination, willpower, and movement forward. It reassured me that I have the strength to overcome challenges and achieve my goals, but only if I remain focused.

Why This Reading Was Significant:
This reading helped me realize that I have been reconnecting with my spiritual path, and now is the time to trust my inner wisdom and take action toward my future goals.

🔮 Pendulum Divination Session

After my Tarot reading, I decided to use my pendulum for extra clarity. I asked a few direct yes/no questions:

1. Am I currently on the right spiritual path? – The pendulum swung strongly in a “Yes” direction, confirming that I am moving in alignment with my purpose.
2. Should I focus more on energy work in my practice? – The pendulum hesitated for a moment, then moved to “Yes”, telling me that I should put more effort into working with energy flow and balance.
3. Is there anything blocking my spiritual progress? – The pendulum circled instead of moving in a straight line, which to me meant uncertainty or mixed energy. This suggested that I should do more shadow work or cleansing rituals to remove any lingering blockages.

Why This Was Significant:
This session reaffirmed what my Tarot reading had suggested--I am on the right path, but I need to trust myself more and work on clearing any remaining energy blocks.

🌙 Final Thoughts & Takeaway

This divination session was incredibly insightful because it:
✅ Confirmed that I’m aligned with my spiritual growth
✅ Encouraged me to trust my intuition more deeply
✅ Reminded me to remove any lingering blocks holding me back

Since this session, I’ve been working on daily meditation, energy work, and shadow work to deepen my practice. This experience was a reminder that divination is not just about predicting the future—it’s a tool for self-reflection, growth, and guidance.

A Tarot Reading I did:

One of the most powerful Tarot readings I recently conducted gave me deep insight into my personal growth, current challenges, and the energy surrounding my path. I used my favorite Tarot deck, cleansed it with incense, and set my intention for clarity and guidance before shuffling and pulling the cards.

​For this session, I chose a three-card spread to understand my past influences, my current situation, and what the future holds. Here’s what I pulled and how I interpreted the messages:

1. Past: The Tower (Reversed) 🔥

• This card told me that in the past, I went through a major upheaval or sudden change, but because it was reversed, it indicated that I have been slowly rebuilding from that chaos rather than facing a total breakdown.
• It reminded me of times when I resisted change or struggled with letting go, but also showed that I have survived and am learning from past difficulties.

2. Present: The Magician ✨

• This card confirmed that I have all the tools I need to create the future I desire. The Magician represents manifestation, confidence, and taking action.
• It was a strong message that I need to trust in my own power and focus on harnessing my abilities to move forward.

3. Future: The Star 🌟

• A beautiful and reassuring card! The Star symbolizes hope, renewal, and divine guidance.
• This card told me that my future is filled with healing and inspiration, and that I should continue on my current spiritual path, as it will lead to positive transformation.
• It reassured me that the struggles I’ve faced are leading me toward something greater.

🔮 Overall Interpretation & Personal Takeaways

This reading was deeply meaningful to me because:
✅ It confirmed that I’ve overcome major past challenges.
✅ It reminded me that I already have everything I need to manifest success.
✅ It gave me hope and encouragement that my future holds positive energy.

After this reading, I felt a renewed sense of confidence and motivation to keep following my spiritual journey. It also inspired me to work more with manifestation techniques, as The Magician reminded me that I have control over my destiny.

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