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[muddyfae]

Tips for Witchcraft in the Dorm

If you're in a situation where you have a roommate that may not be open to your craft, you're in the broom closet and being in college makes it even harder to practice, you're starting your witch journey while in college, you couldn't take a full sized altar to school, or you're like me and attend a private Christian college (ugh) that makes you feel the need to be discreet, this post is for you!

If you have an altar: Find a way to downsize your altar. For some this isn't a huge thing, but I'm the kind of gal that liked to go all out with my space. The best way to do it is to find a box or container that can be moved easily and has all your essentials, and only take what can fit. If you can't fit certain tools, it's best to find substitutions. A small bowl that can hold water will work just as well as a crystal ball. Putting herbs in bags will allow more room than jars.

Alternative to candle magic: I know the urge to put tape over that fire alarm is real but I'm unfortunately a goody two shoes. Luckily wax burners exist and you can get all the fun of candle magic minus the flame. I like to draw sigils into my wax before melting it for spellwork; and you can get all sorts of different colored wax. If you need unscented wax, you can buy white wax and dye it.

Some discreet types of magic to look into:

Tea. Tea. Tea. I cannot stress how useful tea magic is. There's loads of information about it right here on Tumblr! Most dorms allow ectric teapots and tea is easy to store.

Knot magic. Here's a great post about it. Absolutely any kind of spell can be done with a knot and it's super easy to implement into everyday activities.

Moon magic. Guys, the moon is awesome. Work with it. Moon water is a great manifestation tool and corresponding anything with the moon phases is an instant boost. It's also free and super easy.

Sigils. Really fun to learn and really easy to draw in a couple journals, on a foggy window, in your tea as you stir it, or on your skin. I recommend Pinterest if you're trying to find tutorials.

Runes. I like to cast physical runes but there's lots of ways to use these in everyday magic. Each symbol has their own meaning and there's an abundance of information on them. Similar to sigils, I like to draw them on things.

Extra tips:

Learn the correspondences for each day of the week. Doing little things for each day will keep you connected to your craft as you get through college.

Anything can be a chalice. Cleanse that cup and you're good to go.

Astrology is your friend.

I'm here for you. College is hard. Dorming can be a pain too.

I hope this helps someone. Reblog if you can. Love you all!

[daeira-keykeeper]

I made my own travel altar.

[isuckmorethanjustblood]

Alternatives to physical altars for witches and pagans who can’t practise openly:

If you don’t have the money or space for an altar or you live with someone who does not support your craft, there are a few altarnatives for you to consider:

A SMALL POCKET ALTAR INSIDE OF A MINT TIN

this could contain incense, prayer cards, a tea light, small crystals or some herbs

Pros:

- easy to hide and portable

- inconspicuous

- inexpensive

- simple to make

Cons:

- you can’t keep a lot of things in there

- you can’t really use it for offerings unless they are very small

- not very customisable

A DIGITAL ALTAR / GRIMOIRE

this could be in the form of a tumblr blog, a Pinterest board or a simple notes page

Pros:

- simple to make

- very customisable

- unlimited space

- easy to hide

- you can access it from anywhere

- you can get very creative with your spells and offerings

- useful for shadow work and divination, since you can document your progress

- very easy to navigate and organise

Cons:

- you can’t make physical offerings

- no physical spell work (like jars or candles)

A NOTEBOOK AS AN ALTAR

an analogue notebook that you can use like a mix of a journal / grimoire / altar

Pros:

- very versatile and customisable

- you can use it as an altar to place physical offerings on

- easily portable

- useful for a lot of different things

- great for small offerings (like pressed flowers and herbs, photos, drawings and poetry / prayer

- useful for shadow work and divination, since you can document your progress

- easy and cheap to make

- inconspicuous

Cons:

- no unlimited space, if you fill it up you need to buy a new one

- no offerings larger than the book

- difficult to navigate if you don’t have a good index system

- not great for physical spells like jars or candles

DIGITAL ALTAR IN VIDEO GAMES

this can be an altar space that you build in games like Minecraft or animal crossing

Pros:

- somewhat customisable

- very fun to build

- you can make offerings like Minecraft flowers or dressing your character up in clothes that remind you of your deity

- playing the game and putting energy into it can be an offering in itself

- unlimited space (depends of the game)

Cons:

- no physical offerings and very limited options for spells

- how much you can do depends a lot on the game

- good video games and consoles often cost money and are thus not accessible to everyone

- no (or very limited) options for writing down prayers and the like

- limited option for devotional acts

Whatever your altar space looks like and whether you even have one at all, remember that you are still valid and your gods love you and understand your situation.

[bacchant-of-dionysus]

Devotional activities for Hellenic pagans

Learn to pray and write in Greek, or at least download the duo lingo app and add Greek as a language you’d like to learn

Read the Greek Magical Papyri, Drawing Down the Moon, and the collection of texts called Gods and Heroes of the Ancient World, curated by Susan Deacy

Go op shopping and choose an item you are drawn towards to use in your practice

Research the use of stones and crystals in Ancient Greece - I am planning to make a post on this soon.

Research the use of herbs in Ancient Greece - I am also planning on making a post on this.

Research and make a traditional amulet

Write a prayer to the gods and burn it ceremoniously

Play a game or read/watch media related to the gods that is fun and relaxing - such as playing Hades or reading Circe by Madeline Miller. I realise these depictions of the Gods are flawed, but for many people it’s a fun way to connect with the gods. Just don’t take it too seriously.)

Read or watch a play by one of the ancient writers, such as Euripides’ Medea or the Bacchae.

Read a reputable translation of the Odyssey

Wear a symbol of your God/s

Reach out to other Hellenic communities pagans through the link below

[karagrace]

Hey my witchy friends,

I’ve made a google classroom where I upload info on a large variety of witchy aspects!

CODE : 3if2f24

So far I’ve uploaded things on tarot, moon magic, the kinds of witches, herbal magic, astrology, auras and altars.

I have more planned such as love magic, divination, runes protection magic, oracles, crystals, deities and more

Currently working on chakras.

I’m uploading regularly, (I’m taking a break between now, June 8th, and next Friday, June 16th due to exams)

I have also set up a Microsoft teams group chat for everyone to meet other witchy friends and make connections with like minded people.

Currently we have very minimal people in the classroom and hope to grow!

I know I was overwhelmed when starting out and thought this would’ve helped me when I was a novice.

I have to say, I do not know everything! A massive part of witchcraft is learning and I am currently looking to learn more everyday but I will respond to questions in my greatest ability and always back it up with research.

Have a blessed day,

- Kara

[paganposting]

heres my current altar! im moving for a few months, i come back in june, and i'll miss this space so much!

fyi the plant thats been burned isnt sage, its juniper. i practice scottish folk magic and burning juniper is pretty essential!

[moongazinghare1111]

Happy Imbolc everyone!!!

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[raven-runes]

Witches, the world is our altar.

[natureselements]

✨Which Crystal color combo is your favorite?✨

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[moonhedgegarden]

✨Upon the altar's embrace, roots intertwine with purpose, grounding us in the whispers of earth. Through flame and elements, focus blooms—a dance where intention finds its rooted home.

[nothoughtsgayboy]

Apollo's Altar (with some of Hermes' stuff aswell)

Yes the shelf full of K-pop albums is also part of my altar lmao

[muddyfae]

simple success bowl ✨

in a green satchet I have:

chamomile: attract money and luck, especially in gambling

catnip: attracts good spirits and luck, enhances beauty and happiness

alfalfa: prosperity, antihunger, money, abundance

lemongrass: unblocks roads and leads to new opportunities, great for luck

at the bottom, I have amethyst for powerful manifestation. I have a one dollar coin for attracting abundance and a bay leaf with some runes and symbols of the moon

I plan to add more symbols and objects that will help me in my journey to success! remember witchcraft doesn't have to look pretty, I live in a dorm with no car and don't have many resources.

[xxxkitschgoddess]

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[bacchant-of-dionysus]

Halfway finished decorating my altar with posca pens

[jollydemonolator]

My altar. The large candle with the sigil is Mammon's. The gilded candle with the two black ones is Satan's. The small blue candle (until I get a better one...) is for Beelzebub. The red candle is a generalized symbol of Infernal Energies.