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Diário Mágico
Todo dia é dia de bruxaria
Ao mergulhar nas páginas de Diário Mágico, uma jornada espera por você. Um novo ano não é apenas o momento para festejar e admirar fogos de artifício — é também a possibilidade de assumir um compromisso com você mesma e tornar todos os dias vindouros repletos de magia.
A marca Magicae, da DarkSide® Books, acaba de ficar ainda mais encantada. Diário Mágico, da premiada autora Deborah Blake, possui uma seleção de dicas diárias para que atos mágicos possam repousar em todos os dias do seu ano, seja você uma iniciante ou praticante experiente da bruxaria. Afinal, se tem uma coisa que aprendemos com os livros anteriores da marca — para citar alguns, Bruxa Natural e A Casa da Bruxa Natural, de Arin Murphy-Hiscock, e O Livro Mágico para Jovens Bruxas, de Ariel Kusby — a bruxaria pode se revelar em todas as pequenas ações diárias, e no conjunto delas a sua vida inteira pode tornar-se mágica.
Deixe seu ano repleto de encantamentos e desfrute do poder que está presente neste livro. Que tal aprender uma meditação para se conectar com o elemento água? Ou dedicar um dia para fazer trabalho voluntário? Você pode celebrar os sabás com pequenos rituais e feitiços, aprender afirmações simples para eliminar sentimentos negativos, plantar flores para atrair borboletas, preparar receitas saborosas para aproveitar os poderes mágicos da canela, até mesmo empinar pipa e compartilhar esse momento e aprendizado com a família e os amigos.
Diário Mágico é um livro para deixar na mesa de cabeceira e poder dedicar um tempinho do seu dia tão corrido para se conectar com você mesma, explorar seu poder interior e sentir a natureza fluindo ao redor.
Para todas as leitoras da marca Magicae e para todos que desejam abrilhantar a rotina com um pouco de magia, Diário Mágico é um guia indispensável que se tornará um grande companheiro durante todos os meses do ano.
Ao mergulhar nas páginas de Diário Mágico, uma jornada espera por você. Um novo ano não é apenas o momento para festejar e admirar fogos de artifício — é também a possibilidade de assumir um compromisso com você mesma e tornar todos os dias vindouros repletos de magia.
A marca Magicae, da DarkSide® Books, acaba de ficar ainda mais encantada. Diário Mágico, da premiada autora Deborah Blake, possui uma seleção de dicas diárias para que atos mágicos possam repousar em todos os dias do seu ano, seja você uma iniciante ou praticante experiente da bruxaria. Afinal, se tem uma coisa que aprendemos com os livros anteriores da marca — para citar alguns, Bruxa Natural e A Casa da Bruxa Natural, de Arin Murphy-Hiscock, e O Livro Mágico para Jovens Bruxas, de Ariel Kusby — a bruxaria pode se revelar em todas as pequenas ações diárias, e no conjunto delas a sua vida inteira pode tornar-se mágica.
Deixe seu ano repleto de encantamentos e desfrute do poder que está presente neste livro. Que tal aprender uma meditação para se conectar com o elemento água? Ou dedicar um dia para fazer trabalho voluntário? Você pode celebrar os sabás com pequenos rituais e feitiços, aprender afirmações simples para eliminar sentimentos negativos, plantar flores para atrair borboletas, preparar receitas saborosas para aproveitar os poderes mágicos da canela, até mesmo empinar pipa e compartilhar esse momento e aprendizado com a família e os amigos.
Diário Mágico é um livro para deixar na mesa de cabeceira e poder dedicar um tempinho do seu dia tão corrido para se conectar com você mesma, explorar seu poder interior e sentir a natureza fluindo ao redor.
Para todas as leitoras da marca Magicae e para todos que desejam abrilhantar a rotina com um pouco de magia, Diário Mágico é um guia indispensável que se tornará um grande companheiro durante todos os meses do ano.
432 pages, Hardcover
First published October 8, 2017
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About the author
Deborah Blake
80 books1,788 followersDeborah is the author of over a dozen non-fiction books on modern witchcraft and a tarot and oracle decks from Llewellyn. Her fiction includes the Baba Yaga series, The Broken Rider series, and the Veiled Magic series, and her cozy mysteries The Catskill Pet Rescue series (mostly from Berkley) as well as a few stand-alone novels.
Deborah lives in a 130 year old farmhouse in upstate NY with multiple cats. She believes in magic, laughter, chocolate, and wine. The order may change depending on the day.
Deborah lives in a 130 year old farmhouse in upstate NY with multiple cats. She believes in magic, laughter, chocolate, and wine. The order may change depending on the day.
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January 20, 2023
I think this is a good book for beginners. If you want to do something magical, but very simple every day, I'm sure you can think of ways to incorporate most of these little tips into your practise.
Random examples from the month of May:
- say thank you at the end of each day;
- find a way to use agate in a spell;
- light a candle and talk to the god or goddess of your choice;
- find yourself the perfect athame or reconsecrate the one you have;
- say a spell for peace and calm...
Now, here, for me, was the weakness of the book, because the rhymed spells mostly seemed awkward. 'Green and gold, abundance flow In all positive ways you will Bring prosperity to my life My pockets and my wallet fill...' Maybe it's just me, but I would never say this out loud, and not to a deity I respect.
But generally, as you see, this is all very basic and very doable.
The main problem for me was, I do most of these things already, almost daily; and if there are things I don't do - like a spread for the coming year - well, there's a reason why I don't do them. So few things were really new to me.
I enjoyed the 'simple love ritual' involving chocolate for 13th of February - sadly, this did not prevent me from having a terrific row with the person I shared the chocolate with less than two weeks later, but it's hardly Deborah Blake's fault :)
And I felt the tips became deeper by the end of the year: 'listen to your inner voice'; 'practice random acts of kindness'; 'say grace or give thanks at your meals'; 'ask for help'.
I felt that some of those tips were a bit catering to our inner shopaholics, like: look up this particular crystal or book or use this particular herb or candle.
And, of course, sage smudge sticks.
And then, of course, 'Summers are all too brief'. Argh! Many a time I wanted to throw the book out of the window for presupposing that everybody loves Summer (this last one was devastating where I live) and hates Winter. Why would a witch be like that? When I wanted to 'try Instagram', it was at the end of Summer, and every witch in my feed was pining for Autumn - why do pagan authors think that the majority of us are most happy in Summer?.. I'm really not sure that's true.
But all in all, a well-meaning and potentially inspiring book, especially for those who do not have a strong daily practise.
Random examples from the month of May:
- say thank you at the end of each day;
- find a way to use agate in a spell;
- light a candle and talk to the god or goddess of your choice;
- find yourself the perfect athame or reconsecrate the one you have;
- say a spell for peace and calm...
Now, here, for me, was the weakness of the book, because the rhymed spells mostly seemed awkward. 'Green and gold, abundance flow In all positive ways you will Bring prosperity to my life My pockets and my wallet fill...' Maybe it's just me, but I would never say this out loud, and not to a deity I respect.
But generally, as you see, this is all very basic and very doable.
The main problem for me was, I do most of these things already, almost daily; and if there are things I don't do - like a spread for the coming year - well, there's a reason why I don't do them. So few things were really new to me.
I enjoyed the 'simple love ritual' involving chocolate for 13th of February - sadly, this did not prevent me from having a terrific row with the person I shared the chocolate with less than two weeks later, but it's hardly Deborah Blake's fault :)
And I felt the tips became deeper by the end of the year: 'listen to your inner voice'; 'practice random acts of kindness'; 'say grace or give thanks at your meals'; 'ask for help'.
I felt that some of those tips were a bit catering to our inner shopaholics, like: look up this particular crystal or book or use this particular herb or candle.
And, of course, sage smudge sticks.
And then, of course, 'Summers are all too brief'. Argh! Many a time I wanted to throw the book out of the window for presupposing that everybody loves Summer (this last one was devastating where I live) and hates Winter. Why would a witch be like that? When I wanted to 'try Instagram', it was at the end of Summer, and every witch in my feed was pining for Autumn - why do pagan authors think that the majority of us are most happy in Summer?.. I'm really not sure that's true.
But all in all, a well-meaning and potentially inspiring book, especially for those who do not have a strong daily practise.
October 8, 2017
I think this is a great concept. I love the idea of having little "witchy" things to do each day. I'm a list following, schedule-making type person, so having something that applies to paganism really appeals to me. This is the type of book I'd really like on my shelf. Plus, look at the cover art- would that darling black cat lead you astray?
This book has a little bit of everything. As the title suggests, includes 366 daily exercises that pertain to witchcraft. Each day has a theme, and a little lesson. The tone is very approachable, which I think would be helpful to those who are just starting out along their spiritual paths. Because these ideas are generally pretty short, I think it'd be a good way to dip one's toes into the magick pool, so to speak. It's also time considerate, so even if you don't have a huge amount of free time, you'll be able to reflect on or complete most of the "try this!" activities on each day.
I also really like that the author gives suggestions, not orders. One thing that really, really turns me off from pagan books is when the author speaks as though they are the One True Knower of All Things and that their way is the One True Way or You're Not a Wiccan or whatever path. It happens far more often than you'd think, given that this branch of spirituality tends to be wider in its forms of expression. Blake is the opposite, the tone is very "hey, you could do this, but if you'd rather do that instead, go for it". It's a refreshing tone, that is well appreciated and didn't go unnoticed.
The "try this" suggestions that are listed, one per day, are really widely varied. They include tasks that are more directly spiritual like candle lighting and prayer, but also creative arts such as writing poetry and coloring. There's also a good mix of "self-help" type ideas, like organizing lists for yourself and topics for self-reflection.
A few of the suggestions are a bit less than accessible. There's one day, for instance, that suggests walking around a shop to find crystals. Not everyone has access to such places. But, I suppose that's where the "suggestion" part comes in- I plan on scrolling Amazon and counting that.
All in all, I plan on getting a physical copy for myself. I'm always one of those "new year resolution" people who always has these big dreams but then gives up in a week when the holiday glow has worn off. Hopefully, this will be a successful resolution to follow this book for a year.
I received a copy in exchange for my honest review.
This book has a little bit of everything. As the title suggests, includes 366 daily exercises that pertain to witchcraft. Each day has a theme, and a little lesson. The tone is very approachable, which I think would be helpful to those who are just starting out along their spiritual paths. Because these ideas are generally pretty short, I think it'd be a good way to dip one's toes into the magick pool, so to speak. It's also time considerate, so even if you don't have a huge amount of free time, you'll be able to reflect on or complete most of the "try this!" activities on each day.
I also really like that the author gives suggestions, not orders. One thing that really, really turns me off from pagan books is when the author speaks as though they are the One True Knower of All Things and that their way is the One True Way or You're Not a Wiccan or whatever path. It happens far more often than you'd think, given that this branch of spirituality tends to be wider in its forms of expression. Blake is the opposite, the tone is very "hey, you could do this, but if you'd rather do that instead, go for it". It's a refreshing tone, that is well appreciated and didn't go unnoticed.
The "try this" suggestions that are listed, one per day, are really widely varied. They include tasks that are more directly spiritual like candle lighting and prayer, but also creative arts such as writing poetry and coloring. There's also a good mix of "self-help" type ideas, like organizing lists for yourself and topics for self-reflection.
A few of the suggestions are a bit less than accessible. There's one day, for instance, that suggests walking around a shop to find crystals. Not everyone has access to such places. But, I suppose that's where the "suggestion" part comes in- I plan on scrolling Amazon and counting that.
All in all, I plan on getting a physical copy for myself. I'm always one of those "new year resolution" people who always has these big dreams but then gives up in a week when the holiday glow has worn off. Hopefully, this will be a successful resolution to follow this book for a year.
I received a copy in exchange for my honest review.
September 7, 2017
Out this October by Deborah Blake. A Year and A Day of Everyday Witchcraft is an eclectic selection of daily witchy tips that would make a great gift for those new to Witchcraft or those who want to learn about Witchcraft. This is a really easy to follow book that is meant to be read daily though one can not help but want to read ahead. I found this was an interesting read, someday's had really interesting facts, others recipes, ideas and things to think about. This one would also make a great holiday gift.
February 13, 2025
A very cute and practical book for everyday witchcraft!
June 26, 2017
You cannot read this book once then put it down and be done with it. This is more like a calendar. There are small and easy tasks to do each day of the year. There are small tasks from simple thinking tasks to easy doing tasks. You can actually start this book on the day you read it or save it for Jan. 1 and follow the book all year long.
Today is June 26. Todays task is to make a paper boat. Write your wishes or if there is something you want to unload, write it on the boat. Then take the boat to a lake or other water if you have one near. put a couple of small lightweight gifts on your boat like flowers and let it carry your wishes away. If you have things you want to get rid of, put the boat on the water and burn it.
See simple. This is an awesome book whether you believe in Witchcraft or not. These simple tasks are great for anyone.
Today is June 26. Todays task is to make a paper boat. Write your wishes or if there is something you want to unload, write it on the boat. Then take the boat to a lake or other water if you have one near. put a couple of small lightweight gifts on your boat like flowers and let it carry your wishes away. If you have things you want to get rid of, put the boat on the water and burn it.
See simple. This is an awesome book whether you believe in Witchcraft or not. These simple tasks are great for anyone.
June 16, 2022
Deborah Blake’s “Everyday Witchcraft” (2015) rescued me out of a total slump, rejuvenated me and made me smile some time ago, so naturally I picked up this book, “A Year and a Day of Everyday Witchcraft” (2017) to continue to the magic.
Though it wavered between a 3 and a 4 for me, I ultimately decided on a 4 based on the feeling I got from the original “Everyday Witchcraft” title, because at times some of these suggestions in this book really stood out to me as fun ideas or something to look into further, and I enjoyed being able to read just one or a few ideas at a time - not necessarily every single day, but most days.
But, some of the ideas or inspiration fell flat at times for me, maybe a bit too beginner oriented, or too goddess-y/Wiccan, as I am not, but still were fun to read about or refresh.
I think it’s best around the same time as “Everyday Witchcraft” or with something else motivational, as it’s layout is to be read little by little at a time and on that given day, or at least, season.
Though it wavered between a 3 and a 4 for me, I ultimately decided on a 4 based on the feeling I got from the original “Everyday Witchcraft” title, because at times some of these suggestions in this book really stood out to me as fun ideas or something to look into further, and I enjoyed being able to read just one or a few ideas at a time - not necessarily every single day, but most days.
But, some of the ideas or inspiration fell flat at times for me, maybe a bit too beginner oriented, or too goddess-y/Wiccan, as I am not, but still were fun to read about or refresh.
I think it’s best around the same time as “Everyday Witchcraft” or with something else motivational, as it’s layout is to be read little by little at a time and on that given day, or at least, season.
September 27, 2017
A Year and A Day Everyday Witch, is a complete journal of life affirmations to help one get in touch with their practice. To have a daily planner for my practice full of easy, fast, and fun things to make my practice more apart of my everyday life.
September 17, 2017
First let me say thank you to NetGalley and Llewellyn for allowing me to read a copy of this book in advance. I loved that this book has a few paragraphs of information and a "try this" at the bottom of each page. Each page is related to each day in the calendar year (and includes leap year day, Feb 29). Some of the dates correspond to the first day of an astology period, birthstones, or sabbats, while others are more general or focus on gratitude. At the end of the book there is a list of selections the author has chosen for additional reading if you're interested and there is an index in the back as well if you are looking for something specific. It is a nice thing to ready each day as you get ready in the morning
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This is exactly what it says it’s a year and a day’s worth of things you can do to connect to your witch roots. It goes day by day like a calender. What I like is they’re all very simple things to do that don’t require a ton of money.
Sometimes I can get so wrapped in finishing the books from series I started that I tend to do a disservice to my Wiccan (witchcraft) books. Etsy is (was) an amazing place to find Wiccan books and grimoires because they did have sets that you could buy that had TONS of books included for reasonable prices. So I have tons and tons of these books and Grimoires that I haven’t even put a dent in yet. This is one of the ones of MANY that was in the collections.
What I’ll do in this review is tell you one from each month that spoke to me the most and why. So let’s start with January. On the 19th, there was a suggestion to make a “Dream Satchel” out of lavender and put it under your pillow. If it’s too give your dreams more clarity I’m gifted at dream interpretation BUT help is always welcomed in this area.
In February, there were quite a few I took note of, but there was one about “What’s Your Magical Name?” I didn’t know we (Wiccans and Pagan’s) had secret names and I just wondered what mine was. It suggested meditation to find out what yours is. I wonder if I could use it as my author name if I should ever publish a book or is it one of those things that “if I tell you I’d have to kill you” kind of things.
On March there was one about “Smoky Quartz” I really need some of this stone because its said to be good for negativity and helping deal with depression. On “loud days” it hits me really hard and it’s something I struggle with so much so that it makes it almost impossible to focus on (really) anything at all! It’s also said to elevate your mood and who all couldn’t use that from time to time?
In April there was a unique suggestion that instead of having a Christening to welcome a new baby to instead have a “Wiccaning”. I don’t have kids and the last thing I ever want to be is pregnant. However, adopting is something I’ve often though of (if I could) and I just think it would be so cool to do this. Tho, I’m not really sure if this would be a possibility with my family. BUT I will say that they have surprised me with some things. Unfortunately tho I also don’t know any other Wiccans to suggest this too that are expecting. It’s pretty much the same tho. People coming by to bless the baby with gifts and good wishes.
In May, a good tip was to “Saying Thanks At The End of The Day”. This is one I REALLY need to put into practice. I don’t really have a particular God or Goddess but I do have a spirit that I try to show my gratitude, appreciation, and love to as much as I possibly can. But I confess I do LOVE to vent. I have a blog where I just let loose! Vent! Vent! Vent! Vent! Vent! But it’s so important because just like the tip said no one wants that *load* all the time. So, this was an EXCELLENT thing to put into practice. I think it suggested doing it for a week to see if you could make it a part of your daily routine.
There were SO MANY in June, but just glancing down the list of the ones I wrote for the month. “WHERE CAN I GO FOR A PLACE OF PEACE” is practically screaming at me off the page. Sometimes it is SO SO HARD for me to find a place of peace in my home because there’s always some form of noise or movement happening and there are a whole lot of times I just want it to be STILL and QUIET. My home isn’t sound proofed. So where *do* you go to find this place? Sometimes I just have to make my own with headph ones and ear plugs. It’s not perfect and so many times I just wish there was somewhere I *could* get away too.
In Jully there was a tip for “The Sun” that spoke of just going outside and standing in the sun and showing your appreciation for it’s warmth. I can truly appreciate this one. Because it’s summer and it’s been hotter I always hear people in my family complaining on and on and on about the heat. Now, I won’t lie it has gotten up there BUT air conditioning to me feels way WORSE! So, there are some days that actually feel good to me. After being in a cold air conditioned house all the time sometimes when I get outside I do just want to stand in the sun and close my eyes and let it just absorb every bit of it! I can definitely take more heat than my family. Even to the point that it’s nothing to me if the chill starts to irritate me from the air to turn on the heater. So I LOVE LOVE LOVE THE SUN!
In August there was a Spell for Energy and Focus. I spoke on the depression and a lot of times it does cause me to feel like my body is heavy and weighed down and all I’ll want to do is sleep. All plans of anything go out the window. Although sometimes I try to force myself to just plow through. Most of the time tho I just give in to the heaviness. So this spell was definitely helpful!
In September, one of the days spoke of “Speaking Your Truth” if ever I needed some help on *anything* it’s this. There are so many things that I wish I could speak out about that I find myself being silent over because I’m better with written words than I am confrontations. Even tho sometimes confrontations REALLY need to happen. Keeping things on the inside is STRESSFUL and sometimes it just builds and builds to the point I wish I had a punching bag and some boxing gloves.
In October, I just wrote the word “Inclusive” but if I remember correctly I think it was talking about how accepting Wiccans are Pagans are if you want to be one of us. It talked about how we don’t discriminate because of race, gender, sexual preference in partners. We don’t judge. I don’t know any other Wiccans but I REALLY RELLY love this and think it’s a truly beautiful thing!
There was one in November about “Acceptance of Self”. I remember it saying a line about how as Wiccans and Pagans right away we have to have a strong sense of self because we walk a different path. Accepting my self for who am I is something I feel I’m good at. I’m *different* in a lot of ways BUT I’m never phased if someone sees me as *odd” because I know who I am and I’m good with me (for the most part) .
In December, my favorite was “Silence”. You know what? I think it’s such a shame that more people don’t know the importance of this one. People in this neighboorhood sure the hell don’t! There are some people that don’t too because they always think they need to talk unnecessarily just to keep up a conversation. There’s a lady like this that goes to the shop with me. There is nothing wrong with just BEING QUIET!
Rating 10 Because there was so much good stuff in this book!
This is exactly what it says it’s a year and a day’s worth of things you can do to connect to your witch roots. It goes day by day like a calender. What I like is they’re all very simple things to do that don’t require a ton of money.
Sometimes I can get so wrapped in finishing the books from series I started that I tend to do a disservice to my Wiccan (witchcraft) books. Etsy is (was) an amazing place to find Wiccan books and grimoires because they did have sets that you could buy that had TONS of books included for reasonable prices. So I have tons and tons of these books and Grimoires that I haven’t even put a dent in yet. This is one of the ones of MANY that was in the collections.
What I’ll do in this review is tell you one from each month that spoke to me the most and why. So let’s start with January. On the 19th, there was a suggestion to make a “Dream Satchel” out of lavender and put it under your pillow. If it’s too give your dreams more clarity I’m gifted at dream interpretation BUT help is always welcomed in this area.
In February, there were quite a few I took note of, but there was one about “What’s Your Magical Name?” I didn’t know we (Wiccans and Pagan’s) had secret names and I just wondered what mine was. It suggested meditation to find out what yours is. I wonder if I could use it as my author name if I should ever publish a book or is it one of those things that “if I tell you I’d have to kill you” kind of things.
On March there was one about “Smoky Quartz” I really need some of this stone because its said to be good for negativity and helping deal with depression. On “loud days” it hits me really hard and it’s something I struggle with so much so that it makes it almost impossible to focus on (really) anything at all! It’s also said to elevate your mood and who all couldn’t use that from time to time?
In April there was a unique suggestion that instead of having a Christening to welcome a new baby to instead have a “Wiccaning”. I don’t have kids and the last thing I ever want to be is pregnant. However, adopting is something I’ve often though of (if I could) and I just think it would be so cool to do this. Tho, I’m not really sure if this would be a possibility with my family. BUT I will say that they have surprised me with some things. Unfortunately tho I also don’t know any other Wiccans to suggest this too that are expecting. It’s pretty much the same tho. People coming by to bless the baby with gifts and good wishes.
In May, a good tip was to “Saying Thanks At The End of The Day”. This is one I REALLY need to put into practice. I don’t really have a particular God or Goddess but I do have a spirit that I try to show my gratitude, appreciation, and love to as much as I possibly can. But I confess I do LOVE to vent. I have a blog where I just let loose! Vent! Vent! Vent! Vent! Vent! But it’s so important because just like the tip said no one wants that *load* all the time. So, this was an EXCELLENT thing to put into practice. I think it suggested doing it for a week to see if you could make it a part of your daily routine.
There were SO MANY in June, but just glancing down the list of the ones I wrote for the month. “WHERE CAN I GO FOR A PLACE OF PEACE” is practically screaming at me off the page. Sometimes it is SO SO HARD for me to find a place of peace in my home because there’s always some form of noise or movement happening and there are a whole lot of times I just want it to be STILL and QUIET. My home isn’t sound proofed. So where *do* you go to find this place? Sometimes I just have to make my own with headph ones and ear plugs. It’s not perfect and so many times I just wish there was somewhere I *could* get away too.
In Jully there was a tip for “The Sun” that spoke of just going outside and standing in the sun and showing your appreciation for it’s warmth. I can truly appreciate this one. Because it’s summer and it’s been hotter I always hear people in my family complaining on and on and on about the heat. Now, I won’t lie it has gotten up there BUT air conditioning to me feels way WORSE! So, there are some days that actually feel good to me. After being in a cold air conditioned house all the time sometimes when I get outside I do just want to stand in the sun and close my eyes and let it just absorb every bit of it! I can definitely take more heat than my family. Even to the point that it’s nothing to me if the chill starts to irritate me from the air to turn on the heater. So I LOVE LOVE LOVE THE SUN!
In August there was a Spell for Energy and Focus. I spoke on the depression and a lot of times it does cause me to feel like my body is heavy and weighed down and all I’ll want to do is sleep. All plans of anything go out the window. Although sometimes I try to force myself to just plow through. Most of the time tho I just give in to the heaviness. So this spell was definitely helpful!
In September, one of the days spoke of “Speaking Your Truth” if ever I needed some help on *anything* it’s this. There are so many things that I wish I could speak out about that I find myself being silent over because I’m better with written words than I am confrontations. Even tho sometimes confrontations REALLY need to happen. Keeping things on the inside is STRESSFUL and sometimes it just builds and builds to the point I wish I had a punching bag and some boxing gloves.
In October, I just wrote the word “Inclusive” but if I remember correctly I think it was talking about how accepting Wiccans are Pagans are if you want to be one of us. It talked about how we don’t discriminate because of race, gender, sexual preference in partners. We don’t judge. I don’t know any other Wiccans but I REALLY RELLY love this and think it’s a truly beautiful thing!
There was one in November about “Acceptance of Self”. I remember it saying a line about how as Wiccans and Pagans right away we have to have a strong sense of self because we walk a different path. Accepting my self for who am I is something I feel I’m good at. I’m *different* in a lot of ways BUT I’m never phased if someone sees me as *odd” because I know who I am and I’m good with me (for the most part) .
In December, my favorite was “Silence”. You know what? I think it’s such a shame that more people don’t know the importance of this one. People in this neighboorhood sure the hell don’t! There are some people that don’t too because they always think they need to talk unnecessarily just to keep up a conversation. There’s a lady like this that goes to the shop with me. There is nothing wrong with just BEING QUIET!
Rating 10 Because there was so much good stuff in this book!
December 29, 2018
Written in the same conversational style as Ms. Blake's other books, this one is organized a bit different. Similar to a "page-a-day" devotional book or calendar, it goes from January 1st to January 1st. Not being the type to read a tiny bit each day, I just read it straight through. I found it had a lot of interesting ideas, ranging from gratitude and psychic exercises to simple spells to boost courage or self-esteem. The organization within the book was understandable and logical; it also included an index that would be helpful if you want to use the book as something closer to a reference book.
I enjoyed the book and will re-read it (not as a page-a-day.)
I enjoyed the book and will re-read it (not as a page-a-day.)
September 10, 2022
This is a fantastic book to witchify your life! Whether you are a beginner or advanced, you’ll find something worthwhile in this book. It covers basic tools, zodiacs, spells, recipes, crystals, affirmations, and so much more. If you need inspiration for a witchy year, pick up a copy of this book!
October 8, 2017
If you know me, you know that I am not an e-reader type of gal, I like to have a physical copy of a book in my hands when I read. This was an advance copy sent to me digitally, and I read it using the Kindle App on my iPhone. That being said, I feel I should disclose that I did not read the entire copy at the time of originally publishing this blog post. I read the month of January, and then stopped.
Aside from the aforementioned aversion to e-reading, the other reason was that I loved the first month SO MUCH, that I didn’t want to plow through and not have anything to look forward to each morning of 2018. I intend to update this post at some point in the future, when I have my own physical copy in my hands and have had a chance to complete some more of the daily activities.
This book is a great way to dip your toes in to the fascinating world of witchcraft. Heck, I’m sure it would be great for more advanced witches who are looking for a bit of extra daily practice too! Each day presents you with a bit of fascinating knowledge, and a related activity for you to complete. Don’t freak out, this isn’t like stressy homework or anything. It’s little ways to help connect with or improve yourself, our beautiful mother earth, or our fellow humans. It’s not preachy, it’s not heavy, it’s uplifting.
An example of one of my favourite practices so far:
January 26: Ground and Center
“Visualize yourself as a tree sending roots down into the ground and then reaching up to the sun. See the fire from the center of the earth and the fire from the sun meeting in your center as a glowing ball of light that can fuel your magical work or calm your spirit. Sit for a minute and enjoy the sensation, then remember to integrate grounding and centering into your magical work in the future”
As someone who lives with anxiety, this one has come in handy. Grounding is such and amazing thing when you worry. It gives you a focus and helps to soothe your soul again.
Deborah has a wonderful way of tailoring her passages to both the magically inclined AND the magically curious – because I don’t think I can use ‘Muggle’ here? 😉 I have found through my own dabbling that Witchcraft centers around nature, and not always the super dark stuff that naysayers would have you believe. It’s peaceful, beautiful, and absolutely intriguing.
Overall I think this book is a great choice for anyone who is looking for a daily project for the new year. It would be a fun way to create content for an instagram account, or even just sharing your thoughts with your fellow (wo)man over other social platforms. It is well written, creative, and informative – exactly what you would come to expect from a Llewellyn-published book!
A Year and a Day of Everyday Witchcraft is available starting today, October 8, 2017
Aside from the aforementioned aversion to e-reading, the other reason was that I loved the first month SO MUCH, that I didn’t want to plow through and not have anything to look forward to each morning of 2018. I intend to update this post at some point in the future, when I have my own physical copy in my hands and have had a chance to complete some more of the daily activities.
This book is a great way to dip your toes in to the fascinating world of witchcraft. Heck, I’m sure it would be great for more advanced witches who are looking for a bit of extra daily practice too! Each day presents you with a bit of fascinating knowledge, and a related activity for you to complete. Don’t freak out, this isn’t like stressy homework or anything. It’s little ways to help connect with or improve yourself, our beautiful mother earth, or our fellow humans. It’s not preachy, it’s not heavy, it’s uplifting.
An example of one of my favourite practices so far:
January 26: Ground and Center
“Visualize yourself as a tree sending roots down into the ground and then reaching up to the sun. See the fire from the center of the earth and the fire from the sun meeting in your center as a glowing ball of light that can fuel your magical work or calm your spirit. Sit for a minute and enjoy the sensation, then remember to integrate grounding and centering into your magical work in the future”
As someone who lives with anxiety, this one has come in handy. Grounding is such and amazing thing when you worry. It gives you a focus and helps to soothe your soul again.
Deborah has a wonderful way of tailoring her passages to both the magically inclined AND the magically curious – because I don’t think I can use ‘Muggle’ here? 😉 I have found through my own dabbling that Witchcraft centers around nature, and not always the super dark stuff that naysayers would have you believe. It’s peaceful, beautiful, and absolutely intriguing.
Overall I think this book is a great choice for anyone who is looking for a daily project for the new year. It would be a fun way to create content for an instagram account, or even just sharing your thoughts with your fellow (wo)man over other social platforms. It is well written, creative, and informative – exactly what you would come to expect from a Llewellyn-published book!
A Year and a Day of Everyday Witchcraft is available starting today, October 8, 2017
October 5, 2017
I must start off by saying that I do enjoy Deborah Blake's books. I like to describe them as "casual, light-reading" as there is nothing too taxing or demanding in what she puts out. Her writing style reminds me a lot of Silver RavenWolf's in that is a personal writing style. It is almost like she is speaking directly to you. Llewellyn has previously put out two rather incredible "Year and a Day" books by Timothy Roderick whose approach was outlining what would be required in the first two degrees of Wicca as an Initiatory system. Deborah Blake's book is nothing like this. It does exactly as it says on the cover. It offers a year and day's worth of material to try out to make your life that little bit more witchy than what it otherwise would be. Spells, meditations, craft ideas and ways of connecting with the Earth and the seasons, for example, give questions and ideas to ponder.
I have to say that the approach for me was a little bit cloying but i definitely wouldn't say i didn't like it. I found it a pleasant read. However, for the experienced practitioner the book may not be all that engaging. To a newbie to The Craft I can see this book being of immense help and interest. The length of the book definitely gives you value for money though. At circa 400 pages it has some heft
I have to say that the approach for me was a little bit cloying but i definitely wouldn't say i didn't like it. I found it a pleasant read. However, for the experienced practitioner the book may not be all that engaging. To a newbie to The Craft I can see this book being of immense help and interest. The length of the book definitely gives you value for money though. At circa 400 pages it has some heft
November 6, 2017
To kick-start your witchy studies, I want to recommend "A Yeah and A Dar of Everyday Witchcraft" by Deborah Blake. This is a fantastic yearly study filled with all sorts of witchy goodness. Each day has some insightful bit of information, small spell, or tip on how to get deeper into your practice.
What is also great, you can start this on any day. You don't have to wait for the beginning the year, just pick the book up on the day you get it and start from there. If you've read any of Blake's books, you know she is very insightful and lays things out in a relaxed, comfortable way where you don't feel pressured to get things exactly perfect.Each day has a bit of history on a subject, for example, like eggs. And how they are used in magick or superstitions about them. Then there is a tip on how to add that into your practice.
This is a nice little book to incorporate some magick into everyday. Nothing too elaborate, but a way to reconnect if you are feeling a little pulled away from your studies. I highly recommend, this is a great read with lots of good stuff.
I received an e-book copy of this from NetGalley for my honest review.
What is also great, you can start this on any day. You don't have to wait for the beginning the year, just pick the book up on the day you get it and start from there. If you've read any of Blake's books, you know she is very insightful and lays things out in a relaxed, comfortable way where you don't feel pressured to get things exactly perfect.Each day has a bit of history on a subject, for example, like eggs. And how they are used in magick or superstitions about them. Then there is a tip on how to add that into your practice.
This is a nice little book to incorporate some magick into everyday. Nothing too elaborate, but a way to reconnect if you are feeling a little pulled away from your studies. I highly recommend, this is a great read with lots of good stuff.
I received an e-book copy of this from NetGalley for my honest review.
February 8, 2018
While I love books like this that feature a page or two to check in on daily, they are nearly impossible to review anywhere near the publish date without speeding through it, which I think isn't a fair or cool review.
This was published in October and I feel awful for not getting a good fix on it until now way past the perfect time for gift giving. I read about a week at a time and have gone back to the beginning to read the specific entry for each correct day to come to my review conclusions. My apologies to both the author and the publisher.
I'm open to wee bits of all religions that will help me make my life and the world better, so Wiccan or Witchcraft fits this goal and my values. In fact, if I'm honest, most of the religions that are based on nature and the natural elements in our world make a lot more sense to me as a whole. (Please don't tell my parents that paid megabucks for my Catholic school upbringing although, I think they have an idea by now.)
A Year and a Day features a page or two for each day as well as something to try if you are willing to go along with and expand upon the thoughts for the day. I appreciated that because instead of only throwing something at me every day, it allows the reader to interact with the daily concept in a way that makes it stick better.
Now, I'm not going to lie and say that each and every day was like oh my god, I have to try this or there weren't some days that were a bit too woo-woo for me, yet I learned something or learned to look at something in a new way each and every day. Like the origins of Saint Brigid, that didn't start with Catholicism like we were taught in school. Her story was around way before then and while it doesn't really differ all that much, this version does make her more approachable and human, like us.
There are some days that feature crystals and I'm admittedly not there yet. Although the idea of maybe having your own memorable object and thinking related thoughts while holding that object is a way to compare the practice and a beginning. Think a rabbit's foot, which is sort of passe, or a picture of your childhood or a pen that you go for an achievement from a special person that is no longer with us and you may get my version of this practice, at least until I'm ready to totally let go, learn more, and go whole hog with the concept.
What is wonderful about books like this from all of the religions is the process of learning and checking in every day. I also use a similar Zen Buddhist book and am about to mix in book called Earth Prayers: From Around the World: 365 Prayers, Poems, and Invocations for Honoring the Earth that I picked up at a library sale to see if it helps me get in touch with myself and the world daily like the other two.
My suggestion, if you are an ebook user, would be to put these on your e-reader so your nightstand isn't full of these small books that force you to work a little harder to remember to read them every day. (or maybe I'm the only lazy one.) Each night, before diving into my latest reads on the Kindle, I check into these books for a bit of conscious-expanding reflection, both on life and my own day.
So, even though it's already Feruary, this would not only make a great gift book in the future but one for yourself too and you aren't going to miss anything by starting now. I promise!
This was published in October and I feel awful for not getting a good fix on it until now way past the perfect time for gift giving. I read about a week at a time and have gone back to the beginning to read the specific entry for each correct day to come to my review conclusions. My apologies to both the author and the publisher.
I'm open to wee bits of all religions that will help me make my life and the world better, so Wiccan or Witchcraft fits this goal and my values. In fact, if I'm honest, most of the religions that are based on nature and the natural elements in our world make a lot more sense to me as a whole. (Please don't tell my parents that paid megabucks for my Catholic school upbringing although, I think they have an idea by now.)
A Year and a Day features a page or two for each day as well as something to try if you are willing to go along with and expand upon the thoughts for the day. I appreciated that because instead of only throwing something at me every day, it allows the reader to interact with the daily concept in a way that makes it stick better.
Now, I'm not going to lie and say that each and every day was like oh my god, I have to try this or there weren't some days that were a bit too woo-woo for me, yet I learned something or learned to look at something in a new way each and every day. Like the origins of Saint Brigid, that didn't start with Catholicism like we were taught in school. Her story was around way before then and while it doesn't really differ all that much, this version does make her more approachable and human, like us.
There are some days that feature crystals and I'm admittedly not there yet. Although the idea of maybe having your own memorable object and thinking related thoughts while holding that object is a way to compare the practice and a beginning. Think a rabbit's foot, which is sort of passe, or a picture of your childhood or a pen that you go for an achievement from a special person that is no longer with us and you may get my version of this practice, at least until I'm ready to totally let go, learn more, and go whole hog with the concept.
What is wonderful about books like this from all of the religions is the process of learning and checking in every day. I also use a similar Zen Buddhist book and am about to mix in book called Earth Prayers: From Around the World: 365 Prayers, Poems, and Invocations for Honoring the Earth that I picked up at a library sale to see if it helps me get in touch with myself and the world daily like the other two.
My suggestion, if you are an ebook user, would be to put these on your e-reader so your nightstand isn't full of these small books that force you to work a little harder to remember to read them every day. (or maybe I'm the only lazy one.) Each night, before diving into my latest reads on the Kindle, I check into these books for a bit of conscious-expanding reflection, both on life and my own day.
So, even though it's already Feruary, this would not only make a great gift book in the future but one for yourself too and you aren't going to miss anything by starting now. I promise!
August 4, 2022
A Year and a Day of Everyday Witchcraft: 366 Ways to Witchify Your Life by Deborah Blake
9780738750927
408 Pages
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide Ltd, Llewellyn Publications
Release Date: October 8, 2017
Nonfiction (Adult), Religion, Spirituality, Metaphysical, Health, Mind, Body, Magic, Witchcraft, Reference
This book is written to be used on a daily basis. Each entry is written about the day, Goddess, God, spells, and objects. These prompts make the reader think and ask questions. If you are looking for a way to connect with divinity every day, this would be a perfect book for you.
9780738750927
408 Pages
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide Ltd, Llewellyn Publications
Release Date: October 8, 2017
Nonfiction (Adult), Religion, Spirituality, Metaphysical, Health, Mind, Body, Magic, Witchcraft, Reference
This book is written to be used on a daily basis. Each entry is written about the day, Goddess, God, spells, and objects. These prompts make the reader think and ask questions. If you are looking for a way to connect with divinity every day, this would be a perfect book for you.
November 14, 2024
I feel like this is a great book for beginners, but it missed the mark with me. I wasn't a beginner anymore when I read it, it requires a lot of discipline in reading a chapter a day and doing that thing that day (a discipline i'm sad to say I lack), and it's deeply right-hand path - something i've found i'm not too fond of.
Tha being said i do think it's a great book that introduces a beginner to the giant world of the craft, one day at the time, with spells, tips and rituals so incredibly small and harmless, you feel great trying them on. (Did i try doing a ritual skyclad at home ? Absolutely not, but like i said i lack discipline)
Tha being said i do think it's a great book that introduces a beginner to the giant world of the craft, one day at the time, with spells, tips and rituals so incredibly small and harmless, you feel great trying them on. (Did i try doing a ritual skyclad at home ? Absolutely not, but like i said i lack discipline)
October 9, 2017
I am a huge supporter of Deborah Blake and her work. Her books inspire, assist, and provide a warm voice to those seeking answers.
Her latest release a Year and a Day Everyday Witchcraft 366 days is refreshing a must have for those on the Earth Based path.
It helps us stay connected and take some 'me time' for our path. We live busy lives, and a daily dose of magick tips and thoughts is perfect in these bite sized reading daily pages. Whether you are a beginner or established practitioner, this table side book is a must have.
Her latest release a Year and a Day Everyday Witchcraft 366 days is refreshing a must have for those on the Earth Based path.
It helps us stay connected and take some 'me time' for our path. We live busy lives, and a daily dose of magick tips and thoughts is perfect in these bite sized reading daily pages. Whether you are a beginner or established practitioner, this table side book is a must have.
September 14, 2021
I picked this up last year at my favourite local witchy store because it reminded me of the yearly witch almanacs I used to love & collect as a teen. For the past year, it's been part of my daily reading project where I read 1-3 pages a day and I've really enjoyed it. It's a good mix of folklore, symbol definition, mindfulness practice, and genuinely fun to read. It's a great alternative to the yearly almanacs because it's a little more general and re-useable. I foresee myself re-reading this again for the rest of the year because I enjoyed it that much.
April 5, 2019
Daily Journey
This daily journey guide has served me well. I started the journey January 1, 2018. I would read the week ahead, to be sure, I had any supplies or items needed for the upcoming activities. I am currently working my way through the book again, and am finding totally different thought paths and a whole new journey. I would strongly recommend this book to all, and you can start at any date. I hope your journey is as wonderful as mine.
This daily journey guide has served me well. I started the journey January 1, 2018. I would read the week ahead, to be sure, I had any supplies or items needed for the upcoming activities. I am currently working my way through the book again, and am finding totally different thought paths and a whole new journey. I would strongly recommend this book to all, and you can start at any date. I hope your journey is as wonderful as mine.
February 2, 2022
I haven’t been using this book every single day, however, it’s nice when you want to do something (or at least have the urge to work) but don’t know what you should do. It makes me feel accomplished and sometimes when life gets a little hectic, it’s great to have a handy book to guide you and keep you on your path!
Also, I REALLY like and trust Deborah Blake and her non fiction books. (Her PR books are great too)
Also, I REALLY like and trust Deborah Blake and her non fiction books. (Her PR books are great too)
January 4, 2019
I've been looking for a pagan/witchy daily book for years, and this fits the bill well! Although it's not devotions in the traditional sense, it provides lots of lovely daily quotes, ideas, spells, projects, gratitude prompts, info on Sabbats, etc. I've been using this everyday when I get up so I can feel a little more connected to my practice everyday. I highly recommend it.
January 19, 2019
Tan simplón que podría ser un libro de autoayuda versión 101. Esperaba algo que fuera un poquito más trabajado. Supongo que para alguien entrando en este mundillo le será de gran utilidad pero personalmente me ha parecido muy poco aportador.
Eso sí, escrito de manera amena y muy cuidada.
Eso sí, escrito de manera amena y muy cuidada.
abandoned
June 18, 2022I really liked some of Blake's books that I read a few years ago, but this one didn't hit the same note for me. I'm not sure if it's a difference between the books or if I've grown past this material, but either way, I didn't feel the need to see this one through to the end.
May 11, 2023
Love Deborah Blake. She writes with such wit, positivity, and lightheartedness. Enjoyed a daily dose of her. This is a great introduction to fun, yet meaningful, witchy activities! But it's also a great recharge for those of us that have been witching for quite a while! Makes a great gift, too!
December 18, 2018
Another great piece by Deborah Blake; a must-have devotional for Pagans.
March 13, 2019
Lovely book
June 30, 2019
Great short daily reads
August 24, 2019
Not as good as I had hoped. Will be looking for a new book with actual spells/rituals for each day instead of just random things to do that might be magical if you think about them right.
November 8, 2019
Delightful daily reader for those just starting out on the witchy path!
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