Hi Readers,
As I have discussed in a previous blog post I am open enough about my practice that I share some of it with people. However, I do live with other family members and in some cases it does affect my practice. My family is aware of my beliefs and that I practice Witchcraft and they are for the most part quite supportive. I don’t talk extensively with them about it, so I don’t worry about it unless I am concerned about being interrupted or If something related is brought up. Most of the time I am not interrupted but I have had some moments where I have been interrupted during a ritual, while casting a spell, and sometimes during meditations. Also, I do readings so I usually inform them during specific times, or I will do stuff while they are busy or away. In the case of readings I usually schedule in advance so I will let them know of the day and time I won’t be around or may be occupied. Furthermore, I have had family members ask questions which I will answer but I keep it all straightforward and to the point. I don’t share a lot of detail but it depends on the question. During this current situation, it hasn’t changed much in terms of my practice only that I must inform them more often in addition to making sure to be mindful of what they might be doing as well. I have a set practice meaning that I have a specific time I do things and so I usually don’t have to concern myself with my family members. I have assisted them with cleansings, provided protection for the family, where I live, and as I have stated answered questions.
If this is a concern for you just keep it simple, practice when you are less likely to be disturbed, answer questions in ways that won’t confuse them keep it straightforward and be mindful of how they may react. Also, try to stay calm when answering questions. Further, you could always work your magick when no one is around or when people are asleep. You can wake up early to do your rituals or spells. If you know your family isn’t going to support you then just read, practice simpler concepts like meditation, visualization, working with energy, sensing energy, shielding, grounding, etc. Don’t worry about getting anything just use what you have around you. Go outside and get familiar with the land and energies of that land, the spirits, of that land, and read as much as you can. You could work on some type of magickal text like a Book Of Shadows or Grimoire. This is just my take on the subject. What about you? Do you live with family how does it influence your practice?
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