Finding witchy friends as a solitary practitioner | GIVEAWAY & NEWS

แชร์
ฝัง
  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 11 ก.ย. 2024
  • All online witchcraft workshops: the-witches-pa...
    In-person Witchcraft Retreat Samhain:
    the-witches-pa...
    I am giving away 1 FREE spot for the 'In your element' online witchcraft retreat! In order to enter you must be 18 years of age or older. The exact rules are in the video and over on my Instagram, where the giveaway will be held. The winner will be announced on the 31st of August at 6pm CEST. TH-cam is not a sponsor of this contest and doesn't carry any liability. The giveaway will be held over on Instagram. Please find all further legal notice there.
    Want to see more of the beautiful nature at the retreat location, check out this video: • Late Summer Witchcraft...
    ✨ My website & witchy retreats: www.the-witche...
    🧙‍♀️My favorite WITCHY THINGS & equipment: www.kit.co/The...
    📚 My favorite witchy books: kit.co/The_wit...
    📷 Join me on Instagram: / the_witches_cookery
    💕 If you would like to receive more content or interact with me on a more personal level, feel invited to have a look at my Patreon account: / the_witches_cookery
    ☕ If you'd like to support this channel and make it possible for me to create more content for your enjoyment: paypal.me/thewitchescookery
    ✉ If you´d like to send me snail mail: Rebekka Laufer, Postfach 17, 92246 Vilseck
    🎵 Music from www.epidemicso...
    Might contain affiliate links, meaning that I earn a veeeery small percentage from them. The final product is NOT more expensive for you when buying through the links but you help me being able to keep creating on this channel - Thank you 💕

ความคิดเห็น • 227

  • @Thewitchescookery
    @Thewitchescookery  2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Want to join an online retreat / workshop OR come to southern Germany for an in-person gathering? More information & reserve your spot on my website www.the-witches-path.com 🤗✨🌻

    • @VampireQueen70
      @VampireQueen70 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ah I wish I could join! Sending positive vibes and magic to everyone that gets to attend the retreats ✨🌙 what a fun idea.,

    • @littleerichsenstudios2292
      @littleerichsenstudios2292 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just joined the October online retreat. Can't wait! Real life retreat would have been awesome as well, but I'm eating raw so I would miss out on your amazing cookery and cakes anyway and I really need consistency in my daily life. So I hope a month long workshop will help me implement more daily witchery in my mundane life

    • @witchyfuncrafts
      @witchyfuncrafts 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's 253 dollersand some change in US currency but when I went to check out it didn't give the us choice

    • @Thewitchescookery
      @Thewitchescookery  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@littleerichsenstudios2292 how awesome!!! So excited to be meeting you in October ✨🙌 (as for dietary restrictions: eating raw wouldn't be a problem - I have a fantastic vegan cook who would witch up whatever you need)

    • @Thewitchescookery
      @Thewitchescookery  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@witchyfuncrafts it converts directly when you enter your payment method :)

  • @maevan360
    @maevan360 2 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    I started practicing before the internet by scouring libraries for occult books. Any encounters with other witches/pagans were very much gatekeeping and negative - it's hard to find others since I'm introverted and an atheist skeptic witch. I have been a solitary practitioner for over 30 years. But sometimes I really yearn for a group. Thank you for doing this and connecting people!

    • @lucyb.5023
      @lucyb.5023 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same with me😀i loved to read your comment😀

    • @wanderinghedge
      @wanderinghedge 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      And people wonder why I'm of the left hand path lol. This also puts me in the far left politically, and I don't mean Biden left, but rather anarchy left. Many say left hand path is evil and not moral. I very much beg the differ. It does not state that darkness is better than light, for example. The core philosophy to all right hand paths are the ones that create hierarchical systems of inequality and gatekeeping stating "This thing here is always better than the other thing over there".
      Left hand path, however, recognizes that all things are equal. That no one thing is better or worse, and for that matter, greater or lesser than another thing. All things have their pros and their cons. That everything needs to adapt and evolve as the earth does to the seasons. And finally, that all things including the actual soil beneath your feet deserves just as much dignity and respect, as you do.
      I think you or anyone else who reads this can see why right hand paths dub left hand paths "evil". It's a threatening statement to those who would want to either seize control and/or to remain in control, religious and/or governmental, and also they have never been able to answer the reality spoken in that core philosophy of left hand paths. For example, most people sleep at night, and that's a good thing that comes from darkness. Therefore, just as much good comes from darkness as it does light, and just as much bad comes from light as it does darkness. Too much light is blinding but so too is too much darkness. And if too much light is blinding, and so too is too much darkness, then most definitively lukewarm is blinding as well. As said, one must adapt and evolve to every situation presented to them, throughout their life time. One can be just as fearful of love as they are of standing next to a cliff.
      To dub left hand paths evil and immoral is the only way for right hand paths to contend with left hand paths but it's a false accusation based on the fact of not being able to answer that core philosophy of left hand paths. Right hand paths also say that people cannot govern themselves, as an argument to anarchists; however, every individual ever to walk this earth has governed themselves for thousands of years. That's called personal sovereignty, just the same as witchcraft, and left hand path. Once more, as you and anyone else can see, it reveals right hand paths for what they are: manipulative fantastical psychological speech patterns and thought forms to seize power and domination over everyone.
      Light is always better than darkness, does indeed sound correct, until you here that too much light is blinding but so too is too much darkness lol. I'm sympathetic toward those who are trapped by right hand path entrapment, and speak out against the ones who do know better. What's the point of this? Work with those who you come across, that's your coven, but keep your personal sovereignty and don't let those who don't understand personal sovereignty grind your gears. However, a coven is just short for covenant, meaning that you have made a covenant and therefore you stand by your own covenant. You don't anyone else to be a coven, you are your own coven.

    • @lucyb.5023
      @lucyb.5023 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Michele D so me too.....

    • @More13Feen
      @More13Feen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@wanderinghedge I never heard what I think and feel being called the "left handed path" thank you for showing me that rabite hole. I am gonna jump right in.
      I am a 3. Generation hereditary witch that had a massive loss of faith avter I had my first daughter and had a big fall out with my father who is EXTREMLY in to, what you would call "the right hand path" and had raised me on it together with my grandmother. Very much good vs evil, always fighting demons and compensating for ones own shame and shadow with a broken martyr hero complex...
      Even as a kid it felt wrong to me and I secretly always bended the teachings i recived to fit me a bit better.
      I since became very atheist and had to let go of a lot of poisoned belives.
      Mabye the left handed path is gonna give me some direction.
      Thank you!

    • @wanderinghedge
      @wanderinghedge 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@More13Feen By what I left in my comment, the part about all things being equal having their pros and their cons and that everything must adapt and evolve to every situation presented, is all you will ever need to know because that's the core philosophy of Left Hand Path. It along with anarchy and witchcraft is all about personal sovereignty because that's what true freedom is. Wicca and traditional witchcraft have separate origins. Traditional witchcraft has its bases in one's own bioregion. If it exists within two hundred miles of you in any direction it can be used as your foundation to your craft. You choose what is and what is not in your foundational craft. And then having that foundation you can, if you so like, extend outward into foreign areas. This also means, if need be just as the ancients did, use Christianity as a front but you're not really a Christian. You may instead be more folkloric, which most of traditional witchcraft, founds itself in the folklore of one's own bioregion. However, do remember, that atheism doesn't mean that you cannot be spiritual. In fact, the word "spirit" comes from the Latin word "spiritus", which when translated back to English you either get the archaic word "spirit" or what most people would say in the modern world "mind". The mind and the spirit are the same exact thing. The word "soul" on the other hand comes from the Latin word "anima". Anima, animal, animated; what do all of these words have in common? Energy. Therefore, the spirit is the mind, the soul is energy, and corpus is the body/physicality.

  • @idamama1575
    @idamama1575 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Omg, the menus and table settings and activities I have come up with over the years for my “fictional” friends 💜

    • @Crystaline444
      @Crystaline444 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It would be lovely to invite people over on a “random” Tuesday and have them understand we are celebrating Mabon!

    • @Thewitchescookery
      @Thewitchescookery  2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Hahah yeeees!! Full on schedules have been written over here 😄

    • @amystephens513
      @amystephens513 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same

  • @kirstencorby8465
    @kirstencorby8465 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    One feels the loneliness around the Sabbats most. When my coven imploded, I was so angry and bitter I didn't practice for ten years. The pandemic is what brought me back to the craft.

    • @dianapovero7319
      @dianapovero7319 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Welcome back, my Coven didn't so much implode but rather "aged out as so many just got too old / ill to travel & I still miss them every Sabat.Fellowship is what brought me here to this lovely community.

  • @daswitchling
    @daswitchling 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    It also hits me the hardest when the sabbats roll around...maybe one day I will be able to find a community apart of the online community I am apart of but I am already so grateful for the people I have found here ♡
    I'm so proud of you (and that I was able to see you grow from the beginning) taking so much time to create and flourish this community. You are still a huge inspiration for me!! ♡

    • @Thewitchescookery
      @Thewitchescookery  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      And thank you so much for being there since the beginning ❤️ you are super welcome to tag along for the Samhain Retreat of you are free in exchange for a workshop and some help setting up hihi

  • @erojoy
    @erojoy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I’m blessed to have a group of uplifting girlfriends who all realized we were very interested in pursuing our femininity, creativity, and sense of community through exploring our connections to the earth, ancestry, cosmos, and beyond. It’s become a journey of self discovery and time to put ourselves first.
    The Sabbats have become a time for us to get together and celebrate our sense of community. It’s sad that people have such a dark view of this way of life. It’s extremely beautiful and helps you reconnect to yourself away from technology.
    Women uplifting women with compassion and empathy is what the world needs.

    • @w-asaphim3604
      @w-asaphim3604 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My ex came back to me few days ago ❤️ i got help from a Relationship Restorer Dr Willock who was able to mend back my broken relationship and make my ex to come back and beg. For a second chance. He can bring your ex back, and he also do a lot of work also like financial problem, and court case, etc

  • @mariachijazmin3970
    @mariachijazmin3970 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I truly enjoyed your channel. I know I am drawn to lighting candles, tarot decks. I have learned so much from you. I feel alone since my only witch friend betrayed me:(

  • @Renee-Suzanne
    @Renee-Suzanne 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    You are so delightful and if a flight to and from Germany were possible for me, I would LOVE to experience a retreat.
    Like minded people are hard to find in life tho easier online. But it can be most difficult to cultivate a strong friendship and bond.
    Your plans sound great and I am positive that everything in-person and online will be wondrous!

    • @w-asaphim3604
      @w-asaphim3604 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My ex came back to me few days ago ❤️ i got help from a Relationship Restorer Dr Willock who was able to mend back my broken relationship and make my ex to come back and beg. For a second chance. He can bring your ex back, and he also do a lot of work also like financial problem, and court case, etc

  • @EsotericEchoesFL
    @EsotericEchoesFL 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I've never met up with a bunch of Witches, But my best friend and I meet up frequently and practice. We both came to witchcraft around the same time 15 years ago, so it's been a wonderful journey to share it all with someone. I love being Solitary but it is nice to meet up with my best friend to do spells and celebrate Sabbats. I lived in Germany for 3 years. I traveled down your way for a week and loved it. But I was up north in Kaiserslautern ( U.S Airforce). I absolutely LOVED Germany! It was a wonderful experience to live there for 3 years!

  • @Jennay816
    @Jennay816 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Ohhhhhhhhhh, I sooooooo wish I lived closer to you all :( I'm a new witch and still learning. Would love to find communities like that here in the USA.

    • @Thewitchescookery
      @Thewitchescookery  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Well now you can join in online with the workshops hihi ✨🤗

  • @ravenflower514
    @ravenflower514 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Ha! I remember that dial up sound! Lol! This gives my heart joy! I have planned and hosted meet n greets for the last 7 years for our community. It's so amazing to watch the connections made.

  • @cheritatum502
    @cheritatum502 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Where I live in the deep south of rural Georgia, there aren't many fellow witches around. I do get lonely. But your videos make me feel a little less lonely.

  • @jacquelinec6257
    @jacquelinec6257 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You're not alone I love writing down recipes and menus of parties I would love to throw lol! I'm creating a new recipe right now for pumpkin bread! 😂

  • @Duneloth
    @Duneloth 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is a dream come true! Thank you very much! I'm so excited for all of these happening and some day I will be a part of it, when my economic situation is better (soon!!!). I'm so happy right now! Thank you!! Pd: aye!!

  • @kathyyork8230
    @kathyyork8230 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It would be so wonderful to share such an exciting magical retreat with a tribe who truly get it. I always try to make sure I watch your TH-cam videos and it makes me so happy. Keep the videos coming and good luck with the retreat. Blessings to you and your family.

  • @bluemoonsedits
    @bluemoonsedits ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I finally found a fellow witch yesterday! Turned out one of the quiet girls in my class also loves metal music and witchcraft. She does things a little different than me but right now we are learning from each other and just enjoying that we finally found another witch.

  • @StarlightTheWIldWitch
    @StarlightTheWIldWitch 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Haha, I remember that old dial up too!
    I was able to meet my online witchy bestie in real life recently, that changed my world!
    A retreat with other witches sounds absolutely amazing!
    I'm really glad and thankful that you are bringing the online community together too via your new online retreats/workshops.
    This is so exciting! 💜

  • @zerofoxen5677
    @zerofoxen5677 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've learned that Community IS Witchcraft. Every time I gather with the women who are closest to me, magic happens. Especially if we're cooking or creating/crafting together. It doesn't matter if everyone there is a "witch" or not, what matters is the emotional bond. I love feasts, and enjoy cooking with and for other women. I carefully select random dishes from thrift stores to assemble beautiful feast sets-- favoring heavily sculpted serving vessels. For an autumnal feast I'd prepare spiced rack of lamb, roasted orange-cranberry brussel sprouts w/ goat cheese crumble, corn chowder, homemade gin infusions w/ mixers, and an elaborate pie.

  • @EXARCWithGrandpop
    @EXARCWithGrandpop 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Being a baby witch, I need to take baby steps. I would be up for a zoom type meeting (hosted by You). Where newbies can ask questions or talk to other beginners and share their current struggles or new life events.
    After getting comfortable with other, then I might be up for diving deeper into your classes. I am too much of an introvert to just go for it. Also, Being a dude, I feel a bit out of place with all the women on the site. I dont want to give my wife the wrong impression. (Just my 2 cents)

    • @dianapovero7319
      @dianapovero7319 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      She'll clue in faster if you include her in your practice as a "Friendly" if she's not into it, you will find your Path it's a lifelong journey.

    • @AnaS-of8ri
      @AnaS-of8ri 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I feel you! I’m a baby witch as well and I wouldn’t feel safe enough to be joining these big gatherings since I’d feel like an imposter as I’ve not been practicing for so long

    • @dianapovero7319
      @dianapovero7319 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@AnaS-of8ri No one can walk your path for you. Being true to yourself is a big part of being a Witch. Tell the critics to buzz off. You are ALWAYS enough of whatever you are!

  • @brock4843
    @brock4843 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is SO exciting! I have never before called myself a witch. In fact, I've grown up a strong Christian believer but now I see how distorted that religion is and I have a lot of self growth to fulfill. I am awakening and with six young children to take care of each beautiful day here in rural North woods, its a struggle most days to not allow myself to fall back into the feeling of overwhelm and depression. For years now I've not realized that dwelling on these negative thoughts is like casting black magic on myself, and those around me whom I love, and creating a living hell. The kids see me going through pain and they don't understand.... so I guess that's a good thing, they're happy and everything is fine in life, as long as mom isn't losing her cool and freaking out over a mess or something childish. 🙄 But always, as I've felt my patience strained with my children, felt the patience of my Creator, no where near straining for me. Just full of forgiveness and waiting for me to open my eyes!
    So now I'm starting to learn how to cast a good spell. And cleanse with smoke, and balance with crystals, etc.
    Sometimes I feel like I have no clue what Im doing- like when I found out I have my own spirit guide.. !?!?!?!? What?!?!?! Awesome 😘
    But mostly I am encouraged by you, and a few other good witches I've found on TH-cam, because it comes down to focus and intention- keep it positive and helpful!
    So I hope I win that spot on your online retreat idea. I need a friend so badly. Everyone I know is Christian and still blind! And I've barely got two dollars to rub together with two days away from the baby and kids... I don't mind it like that but I'm so stressed out and I know I need more mommy alone time... 😢
    Pick me, pick me! 👋 I don't know how to use Instagram but Im gonna go try to find out! 🤞🏻

  • @heathersmith8549
    @heathersmith8549 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Retreats are fabulous. I’d love to travel to Germany and circle up with some lovely witchy folks

  • @cathysmith2451
    @cathysmith2451 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hello my new friend, great video! Glad to see the witch community is larger than when I began. My area of the world is still very, very small. Love all your recipes!! Thank you for sharing your recipes, since I lost all mine and can't afford to replace them. So it's so nice to see wonderful witches on the net are sharing their recipes and practice. Thanks, cathy❤💋

  • @PChuu22
    @PChuu22 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That noise brought back so many memories... And the frustration whenever someone picked up the phone to make a call and your internet dropped in the middle of reading a research page on gemstones or candle magic...

  • @carolbabineaux1447
    @carolbabineaux1447 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bex, your videos have reinvigorated my practice! Thank you!! I’m 52 and I’ve been practicing since the mid ‘90’s. I’m mostly solitary, tried to join/start a few covens that dissolve over time. I have felt inauthentic as a witch for years until I saw your videos about being a secular witch and I felt so validated in my practice. I cannot thank you enough for providing this insight and inspiration!

  • @SimplyRochelleParanormal
    @SimplyRochelleParanormal 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lol I freakin love U Bex!! I adore ur humor girl friend 💜!!THIS Virgo WILL Make it to a Retreat!! My Dad spent his childhood in Germany and he ALWAYS dreamed of showing myself and my daughter who started calling My Dad... Dad when she was 3 and she is now 23 , he always spoke of Germany as it was his home 💜 I WILL carry out his dream and myself and my Alexandria WILL be THERE for one of the up coming retreats!! 💯💯💜💜🧹🧹👑👑💜💜😁😁 and U KNOW when a Witch say's " I CAN SEE IT NOW!!" ...... WE REALLY CAN!! 😁😁🤣😂🤣😂💯💯💜💜

  • @ellesreptiles
    @ellesreptiles 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love this. And thank you so much for all the videos, I've been binging them quite a bit lately. Your videos are my favorite 🥰

  • @earthmamma85
    @earthmamma85 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It was like you were talking about my life. I’m new to crafting but have always had a difficult time finding meaningful connection. I’ve not had a close friend in such a long time. To be able to be with people who you feel comfortable with be yourself would be amazing. Thank you 🙏

  • @13Nightkind
    @13Nightkind ปีที่แล้ว

    For me, my introduction to the craft, was from a practicing witch. I was born into a Christian religion but I had a open mind to other things. Back in 2003, I was struggling with my faith and starting reading books from Cunningham and other authors. While working as a Security Officer for 30 years, I found that I was drawn to things of the night, animals, lunar, spirit guides. Even though I do not currently practice, I've considered myself a Nocturnal Solitary. Finding your channel helps, thank you!

  • @RavenWind78
    @RavenWind78 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I swear you're describing Witchvox, lol! And hey for the dialup, I hear you sister!
    I've always wanted to participate more in a group setting for mainly holidays, which seemed as scarce in my neck of the woods as a unicorn. In more recent years, I've seen more in my community, but I still haven't seen our heard of anything among my local grapevine.
    By the way, your humor and honesty is so refreshing and lighthearted; a complete treat after a hectic day.

  • @cherdarling6009
    @cherdarling6009 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Freedom of choice is the best ! I also love the super humor and cultural ethnicity you bring to everyone! ❤️🌹

    • @w-asaphim3604
      @w-asaphim3604 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My ex came back to me few days ago ❤️ i got help from a Relationship Restorer Dr Willock who was able to mend back my broken relationship and make my ex to come back and beg. For a second chance. He can bring your ex back, and he also do a lot of work also like financial problem, and court case, etc

  • @Heather1031
    @Heather1031 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh my God I'm sooooo excited!! Count me in for online workshops !! Blessed Be!!

    • @Thewitchescookery
      @Thewitchescookery  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yaih! So happy you like the idea - hope to see you online sooooon ❤️

  • @dancing0nthe3dge
    @dancing0nthe3dge 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Can I just say that I love your personality, I love how much of it shines through, it brightens my day.

  • @ljshaw8516
    @ljshaw8516 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank goodness I found you right when I needed your wisdom, humor & vast knowledge! Your community is so loving and supportive. Hugs, LJ in New Mexico

  • @GeriFortuneatBloomingPeace
    @GeriFortuneatBloomingPeace 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I watched this and cried. I live a very isolated life as a healer. I help as many I can while protecting my own energy. I walk in gratitude for ALL of my gifts but at the same time live a lonely life not knowing many that walk this path. While I respect the privacy we all need I crave to make friends that share my path. I live in Miami Fl. so any “sis-stars” that feel like me, feel free to connect.
    Looking to see if I can go on one of these on 2023.

  • @talon5538
    @talon5538 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am so glad you chose this topic . I know fully well how difficult it can be to meet others of like mind.

  • @MarisasMoonlitCreations
    @MarisasMoonlitCreations 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Even though I would love to go back to southern Germany, I also love the online retreat as well. It’s so very awesome Bex🥰🔥🌙🌿

  • @flightzone5437
    @flightzone5437 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm so excited about this since I'm unable to take the time off to go to Germany. Thanks!

  • @Cernunnos_83
    @Cernunnos_83 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A very nice idea. The community is growing. You're going to be a great witch life coach. I'm looking forward to everything that's to come. A beautiful video as always. Thank you Bex! 🌛😊🌜👍

  • @jennayaugustine8358
    @jennayaugustine8358 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am very new to witchcraft. I feel such a connection to the practices. But I feel so lost with all different kinds of info. I am so glad I found your channel! This is the safe place I needed! Thank you!

  • @nairbvel
    @nairbvel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I still have a 56K dial-up modem in my closet "just in case" -- I also have literally a couple of thousand 3" diskettes that I need to figure out how to pull some files off of... SO SO SO glad to hear about your newest endeavor, right now I can't participate but it's definitely on my to do list!!!

  • @cagedraptor
    @cagedraptor 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I began in the mid 90's and being a bit older tend to shy away from tech. Plus I tend to be a bit of an individual and my mindset is, generally, not that of the younger witchy communities of today. I have found, I think, that the biggest obstacle to forming connections is myself and my ways, of which I am a bit stuck in, not that is a bad thing. I have found, from my point of view, I am more on the realistic, actual and factual side of a world that has gone a bit over board and mad. with their fantasy ideas and crackpot ways, all along calling it fact and actual when, if looked at from an observational perspective would see how crazy and not reality based it really was. People can not drink a potion to fly, we can not shapeshift our bodies and for the love of creation we can not alter our DNA. No matter what we want to believe or express to ourselves and others. I am Agnostic and do not seek affirmation or acceptance with a god that isn't there, or at least I don't have evidence or believe it is there. I do not make attempts to profess to myself or others, that I can magickally alter my DNA and switch genders. I also do not profess that we are all equal, because we are not. Some, due to birth, work, luck or what ever, seem to be more equal than others. It has always been and will always be. Those that express another point of view are either doing so to further the divide or are lying to either themselves, others or both. Society creates Right and Wrong/ Good and Evil and only if you accept society do you accept such controls. The strong and powerful rule and the weak and timid are sheep. Now if you have read all this and find me difficult and a bit "crazy" you now see why it is hard for me to find others. I also am very willing and happy to express myself openly and often. If you believe as I, it is unlikely you are a "modern" day pagan being I have found most to be on the extreme liberal side of the spectrum while I try to hover towards the middle, but always seem to take a few paces to the right.

  • @katiedingman7111
    @katiedingman7111 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So awesome! I wish I could join the workshop but I will be traveling in The Netherlands, Germany and Italy that month! Ack!! Hope to join another one soon!

  • @jenniferk7707
    @jenniferk7707 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is intriguing
    I would love to make the in person retreat one day, as I grew up in Bamberg and Germany is the only place I have felt at home🥰. So while saving my pennies for that trip, I am glad you are doing an online version

  • @charisseproffitt3653
    @charisseproffitt3653 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yes, I do feel that aloneness.

  • @chloe.d178
    @chloe.d178 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    i love the use of background music, helps my neurodivergent mind be more at ease. plus gives a positive beat to move about to. thank you for all your hard work

  • @radicallychill8401
    @radicallychill8401 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video💚 It is hard for a lot of us out there who are stuck in the broom closet. It's sad that there is still so much negative stigma around witches, because so many people don't actually know what we practice and stand for. Blessings to all🌛🌿🌻

  • @TalesOfBalkanMagic
    @TalesOfBalkanMagic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    But I do sacrifice goats on the full moon 😄 Great news! I would try my best to take part of one of the retreats. I'm sure it would be a great experience!

  • @the.marvel.witch.
    @the.marvel.witch. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These classes look awesome 😍
    Spooky season in Germany would be a dream come true 🙏🏻 one day! 🤌🏻I also have two crotch goblins that require me to be home. I live in British Columbia, which is really nice at spooky time, but not spooky enough 🦇🪄👻🎃

  • @jillparks
    @jillparks 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    YES! I also create menus for sabbats and holidays and don't know anyone IRL to share it with.
    I'm in the initial planning stages of hosting a retreat in a few years on my property. I'm not sure if I can get it off the ground, and it's going to be very limited due to accommodation space since this is my home. I'd like to try, though.
    If the rest of the attendees of your retreat are good with it, I'd love to see the highlights like with your last retreat.

    • @Thewitchescookery
      @Thewitchescookery  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahah Yaih - I am not alone then! That sounds fantastic 😍 wishing you much success with it! And yes, definitely planning on sharing a vlog

  • @DivinelyLoved
    @DivinelyLoved 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    🙌🙌🙌🙌 Praiseeee!!! I cant tell you how much I appreciate this❤❤❤❤

  • @samanthahunter4176
    @samanthahunter4176 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh dial up internet, I remember! I began at libraries because my parents controlled the family computer. Yes Wicca was definitely on the selves, but as was Voodoo, and witchcraft and spell books. But the librarians to check out the books... the cold stares... luckily my local library had a program to find those books at other libraries and could deliver, which was great! Then had to hide them from my Christian parents.

  • @YrHenOgledd
    @YrHenOgledd 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    As someone in their late 30's who has come into witchcraft in the last few years this is something I've been very aware of as of late. I've sort of lost my way and inspiration to do any craft work, even though I read all the time and follow mostly esoteric social media. It's hard not to compare yourself and feel disheartened. Community and friendship can be so helpful for solitary workers.

  • @Sconnie13
    @Sconnie13 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I started practicing just before the internet (early 90's). it was so strict! i remember having a special robe, a specific altar, all the right candles, an athame, a wand - and it was all packed into a box hidden in my closet. Lol. While I enjoy the online groups of fellow witches/pagans - event that is starting to get exhausting (IMO). But I'm older, been practicing for over 2 decades and just want someone to sit down and talk with about the Path. I have found two groups in my area that do open Sabbat celebrations. I've gone to a few, but for me it's awkward. I've been solitary for so long, that I actually get uncomfortable celebrating with other people. Ironically, despite the social awkwardness of celebrating Sabbats with others...I still would like to experience a Pagan Retreat (in the united states).

  • @rosalacroix6447
    @rosalacroix6447 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i have always practiced alone & rarely share anything about it with anyone. One time i happened to talk to someon, who also practised and i remember it being such a breath of fresh air. i am really considering going to a retreat or getting in contact with fellow witches. i am just really curious to see how others practice and what ideas, remedies & spells they do. practicing alone all the time can sometimes get a little bit lonely. feeling support from a group of friends , or community would be so lovely.

  • @amystephens513
    @amystephens513 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I totally understand the gatekee and unfortunate cliqueishness. I end up being solitary and without structure I end up not doing much during the turning of the wheel.

  • @brandyfelles3351
    @brandyfelles3351 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am on my journey now for 1 year now. I go to my two cousin for questions and for knowledge. They have been in practice for many years. I am still on the path of understanding.

  • @monarchmoonchild9435
    @monarchmoonchild9435 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It would be so much fun to go to Germany and meet cool like-minded people! Sadly, that would not be feasible for me, but it would be nice to have something similar for here in the US. Keep on cooking up witchy ideas girl!

  • @thebelliswitchavril.916
    @thebelliswitchavril.916 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Have you ever been the victim, survivor, other people stalkers, harassers, bullies, discriminations, prejudices, and prejudging. I was. And internet trolling. Me. Were why I stopped attend one and or churches Sunday services. And most other stuff I do, I did. My race, creed, and religious.
    Your video.
    Motivated me.
    Thank-you.
    Avril, Health & Fitness, Journeys, Catwoman Avril.

    • @w-asaphim3604
      @w-asaphim3604 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My ex came back to me few days ago ❤️ i got help from a Relationship Restorer Dr Willock who was able to mend back my broken relationship and make my ex to come back and beg. For a second chance. He can bring your ex back, and he also do a lot of work also like financial problem, and court case, etc

  • @travismorse4762
    @travismorse4762 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    online retreats and stuff like that are good for people who can travel. however, what of us who can't travel, but need a local coven? (keep in mind, i have mental issues pertaining to social dysfunction...) any ideas?

    • @TheSolitary1
      @TheSolitary1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      As a very introverted woman with social anxiety, i find Facebook groups to be very helpful. I can't really bring myself to attend any type of events for pagans

    • @travismorse4762
      @travismorse4762 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheSolitary1 thanks for the idea. i can relate to social anxiety. events can be internal nightmares for people like us. i hope you (and all of us) will eventually find our covens. 🪄

  • @sminno
    @sminno 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm down for a kitchen/green witch coven. Cooking, baking, and learning how to grow herbs for food, drinks, and practice.

  • @sandyblack9698
    @sandyblack9698 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lovely video becks your looking very well and your little goblin is still overtaking me in the hair department!! Nice to see the witch of wonder lust.blessings from devon England. 🤎🍳👩‍🍳🍷

  • @AnatharFrost013
    @AnatharFrost013 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Not a kitchen witch but no you're not alone. I have drawn up full blown rituals complete with after ritual meals included in spite of being almost 100% a solitary practitioner.

  • @BBFCCO733
    @BBFCCO733 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That sounds beautiful! My favorite element is Earth and I am a Capricorn!

  • @SimpleMandy
    @SimpleMandy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Not alone! I have fictional menus, friends decor, activities, big epic bonfire, and a community center on my still fictional farm for public festivies!

  • @maikeadam5354
    @maikeadam5354 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yup me too! I have a fictional banquet for every festival with ideas on how to celebrate it as a coven xxxxx

  • @CrystalWolffireDen
    @CrystalWolffireDen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh yes the dreaded connection sound. Just as grrrs as the 'blue screen of death" lol

  • @TrishaJones77
    @TrishaJones77 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just signed up and I'm so excited. I'm new to the craft and this is the very first workshop or any kind of interactivity with other witches for me. Aside from leaving comments on TH-cam and Facebook groups, lol. Thank you so much for doing this. It's the exact type of group activity that I was looking for.

  • @Mothman1992
    @Mothman1992 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for recognizing that sourdough starters are important responsibilities lol

  • @christinalannan9987
    @christinalannan9987 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm soo excited!!!!!! Love it !!! It must have been soo fun

    • @w-asaphim3604
      @w-asaphim3604 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My ex came back to me few days ago ❤️ i got help from a Relationship Restorer Dr Willock who was able to mend back my broken relationship and make my ex to come back and beg. For a second chance. He can bring your ex back, and he also do a lot of work also like financial problem, and court case, etc

  • @NicoleFordThomas
    @NicoleFordThomas 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hang on, I have to whine for a minute…I so badly want to come to the Samhain retreat but I can’t be sure my passport will arrive by then! Gah! And I can’t come to Beltane because I’m already going to Germany in late May!! Looks like I’ll just have to keep being envious and book my butt into the virtual retreats. But next Samhain…👀

  • @lovziheart
    @lovziheart 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would love to do this, but... I feel I'm too young to start going out. Age-wise. So I'm just going to continue on my path until I'm ready!! :D

  • @christinawilliams8846
    @christinawilliams8846 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    As a kitchen witch myself I cook ALL THE FOOD for every holiday 🤣 we just eat it till it's gone. Luckily I have a few kids so it doesn't last to many days.

  • @AnaS-of8ri
    @AnaS-of8ri 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Honestly I’d feel like an imposter as I’ve not been practicing for long so idk if I’d feel comfortable to join any big witchy gatherings… but I would LOVE to be able to 😭 I’m kinda conflicted over this topic- maybe I just try to dive more into my witchcraft and then try to join any workshops and gatherings 🥲
    Edit; I have a really bad habit to comment whilr watching the video lol Just arrived at the part where you talk about the online workshops- thank you sm for this and making witchcraft available for so many of us through your videos and ofc the workshops/gatherings you plan and are a part of🥹💞

    • @w-asaphim3604
      @w-asaphim3604 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My ex came back to me few days ago ❤️ i got help from a Relationship Restorer Dr Willock who was able to mend back my broken relationship and make my ex to come back and beg. For a second chance. He can bring your ex back, and he also do a lot of work also like financial problem, and court case, etc

  • @wendychorn974
    @wendychorn974 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love to join an online workshop. Keep me posted 😊 love your channel ❤️

    • @Thewitchescookery
      @Thewitchescookery  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lovely!! You can find all the further info on my website www.the-witches-path.com 🤗

  • @dezrtsnek9416
    @dezrtsnek9416 ปีที่แล้ว

    I wish I could find a retreat like this in the states. I'm going through this re-villaging of my soul and I'm struggling hard trying to attract my people.

  • @bearvinyl950
    @bearvinyl950 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful, ❤️❤️❤️.
    I have so say the gentleman with the beard in your retreat video is a very handsone man 😍😍😍.
    I live your videos, thank you for sharing your craft ❤️❤️❤️

  • @amyfoy9497
    @amyfoy9497 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That dial-up sound! Ha ha ha!!!!😹

  • @Around_the_253
    @Around_the_253 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m very busy with work and grad school but looking forward to participating in the future!

  • @amcruz123
    @amcruz123 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your videos!! Even though right now I don't have the funds to join, I am just super excited to have the option available to me in the future. Thank you for being you and sharing yourself with all of us!

  • @kiwiixoxo
    @kiwiixoxo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Discord has been my go to for community:) I found a group where we do gatherings all the time in the US and we’re all like family❤️

  • @sejabop
    @sejabop 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would looooooooove an online restreat! Perhaps a FB page for all of us to connect with one another? I am planning on coming to a in person gathering someday but I’ll need to start saving up because Germany is a faaaaaaaah faaaaaaaah faaaaaaaah ways from where I live in the mountains of Massachusetts! Looking forward to more info! 🍃🧚🏼‍♀️🍃

  • @pamelajoy3495
    @pamelajoy3495 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Darn... I'm not a part of Instagram... Might have to venture there...Luv from Arizona, Pamela

  • @evewolf8255
    @evewolf8255 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had an idea..perhaps you could connect with other witch's across the world, online, during particular points in the festivaties. Like..a group of wise women celebrating Here, and a group celebrating there..and a common intention. Set a time to zoom in and merry meet

  • @robingray5037
    @robingray5037 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    "I"
    And at that time, one's screen choices where black screen with orange text, or black screen with cyan text.
    Good times. Good times - NOT!
    Keep up the good work, Bex. You're awesome.

  • @Mothman1992
    @Mothman1992 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have menus for every holiday, every season, I have designed table settings lol

  • @m.appleton9956
    @m.appleton9956 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yay! My sourdough starter (spouse, dog, and 3 young homeschooled witchlings) thanks you!

  • @imaseamistress
    @imaseamistress 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    If I had a daughter or little sister I would choose you. I'm zoom challenged but you can get me over that little hurdle .

  • @daniellereid01
    @daniellereid01 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hmm. No, you're not odd. I'm a solitary kitchen witch, too ❤

  • @cateyez97
    @cateyez97 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Schade, diese tollen online Workshops kann ich mir leider nicht leisten 😔 in der heutigen Zeit bin ich froh wenn ich was zu essen kaufen kann. Ich suche schon lange gleichgesinnte im Raum Sachsen, bin aber bisher nicht fündig geworden 🙄

  • @TdotTwiFic
    @TdotTwiFic 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Look at you making it happen. I need to make many things happen in my life too. Love the inspiration you are providing.

    • @w-asaphim3604
      @w-asaphim3604 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My ex came back to me few days ago ❤️ i got help from a Relationship Restorer Dr Willock who was able to mend back my broken relationship and make my ex to come back and beg. For a second chance. He can bring your ex back, and he also do a lot of work also like financial problem, and court case, etc

  • @katoutthecoffin8788
    @katoutthecoffin8788 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I still don't have instagram ( many have been trying. Took forever for me to get whattsapp! XD) but hopefully will make it to a retreat at some point. My calendar has suddenly become very busy around most of the sabbats as I have changed my direction slightly and am going back into education (the online one might be good as I am literally uprooting to a different part of the UK). Hope you are well Bex XX

  • @charisseproffitt3653
    @charisseproffitt3653 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ho hum. 😏 I'm yearning for foraging activities. I have no one to go with. Sniffle snort. Then, I would love to work with someone in the extracting process, etc. It can be very lonely. My family just side-eye me, they already know I'm a little, "different". My friends look scared, but they will use my lotions and potions. But we don't discuss the big IT. Oh well, off I go, into the fields and woods. Tata!

  • @stephaniechabot4806
    @stephaniechabot4806 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just love you. ❤️ I am so very happy I found you. 😉😊

  • @cookiebeaar5190
    @cookiebeaar5190 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos are very nice, you tell funny and funny, and you give accurate and good information. i love you so much

  • @KitchenOracle
    @KitchenOracle ปีที่แล้ว

    what a wonderful idea, I'm happy this happened YaY!!!

  • @AfuraNefertiti
    @AfuraNefertiti 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yay! Congrats on your progam launch!

  • @melissacoy8265
    @melissacoy8265 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    At 34 seconds in, that sure looks like Olivia (The Witch of Wonderlust)!!!

    • @Thewitchescookery
      @Thewitchescookery  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, that's her 😄 she also did a vlog on the retreat

    • @w-asaphim3604
      @w-asaphim3604 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My ex came back to me few days ago ❤️ i got help from a Relationship Restorer Dr Willock who was able to mend back my broken relationship and make my ex to come back and beg. For a second chance. He can bring your ex back, and he also do a lot of work also like financial problem, and court case, etc..

  • @bookworm102
    @bookworm102 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really love your video thank you for sharing. Your baby is beautiful. You are very funny too! I am a beginner and always learning. 😁😁🦋🦋🌻

  • @kristenforsthoffer3950
    @kristenforsthoffer3950 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So glad for your channel!!!!

  • @diegooland1261
    @diegooland1261 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Go easy on the vodka, mate. Seriously, I sort of got the message but not really. Fun fact, I've never tweeted a thing in my life and instagram is a thing I hear a lot about. It has cute cat videos and Taylor Swift? I do want to connect and a online experience sounds good to me. I'll head over to your website and click on stuff.