Sticks & Stones The Blog

Can One Practitioner Bind Another's Powers? Exploring Restrictions, Wards, and Protective Measures The idea of binding someone else's powers has long been a topic of fascination in the magical community. It conjures images of powerful rituals, ancient spells, and the complex interplay of energy and intent as well as he more modern Hollywood "I bind you Nancy" chant from the movie Craft. But can one practitioner truly bind another’s powers? And what other methods exist to restrict or protect against someone else's influence? In this discussion, we'll dive deeper into the concept of binding, explore the role of wards and...

More Than Just Cleansing—A Wee Deep Dive into a Sacred Tradition We've all heard it said on Tiktok..."Im Scottish Im saining" being spoken while lighting a commercial smoke bundle or commercially bought herbs and wafting it around the home. Respectfully, this is not Saining. In recent years, with the rise of Witchcraft on social media, many people have turned to spiritual practices from different cultures, incorporating them into their everyday practice, often without fully understanding their roots or significance. One such practice is Scottish Saining. Much like the use of White Sage in some spiritual circles, Saining is often oversimplified...

Disclaimer: The following blog is not intended to provide medical advice or replace professional therapy. It is designed for surface-level Shadow Work focused on everyday personality traits and should not be used as a substitute for addressing underlying medical or mental health issues. For any concerns regarding your mental health or emotional well-being, please consult a qualified healthcare professional. Understanding the Darker Aspects of the Self in Folk Magic Within folk magic, where the ancient and the everyday meet, there lies a concept often misunderstood but undeniably powerful: the Shadow. This term, borrowed from psychology, refers to the darker, often...

Breaking Religious Taboos: Incorporating Elements from Organised Religions in Witchcraft Introduction: Witchcraft has always been a path of personal empowerment, rebellion, and the reclaiming of lost or hidden knowledge. However, within this very community, a paradox exists—while many witches shun or make fun of organised religion, especially Christianity, yet, they still integrate its elements into their practices. This post explores this contradiction and challenges the taboos surrounding the blending of religious traditions. The Taboo of Mixing Traditions: In many witchcraft communities, particularly those influenced by folk magic, there is an unspoken rule against mixing elements from organised religions, especially Christianity,...

The continued use of white sage in 2024 is a complex issue that requires us to balance our spiritual needs with our responsibility to respect other cultures and protect the environment. While white sage has been popularised as a tool for cleansing, its true significance goes far beyond what’s often portrayed in mainstream spiritual practices. By choosing to step away from the use of white sage and embracing alternatives, we can honour the cultures from which these practices originate and ensure that our spiritual journeys are both meaningful and respectful.

In doing so, we also contribute to the preservation of this sacred plant for future generations, ensuring that it remains a vital part of the spiritual practices of those who have honoured it for centuries