Discreet Witchcraft Practices for Beginners in Australia

Starting out on your witchcraft journey as a solitary practitioner might feel daunting, especially if you desire privacy and discretion. You might need privacy for any number of reasons. Your family might not understand, or your kids are too young to engage in what you’re doing. In this blog post, we will explore various practices that facilitate a discreet yet fulfilling path in witchcraft.

Here are some suggestions of things you can do. Pick and choose what works for you.

Meditation and Visualisation: Develop your focus and self-awareness by regularly engaging in meditation and visualization exercises. These practices can be done within the comfort of your room or in a serene outdoor space.

Personal Altar: Create a compact, portable altar using items that hold personal significance to you. It can be as small as a travel altar that fits inside an ‘altoid’ tin, unfolding like a ritual each time you lay it out.

Journaling: As a beginner, maintaining a dedicated journal to record your thoughts, experiences, and reflections can help deepen your understanding of your witchcraft journey. Find a medium that resonates with you, be it physical notebooks, digital notes, or even voice recordings. Your can dictate your dreams each morning into a Notes app and then save them with tags as well.

Nature Walks: Explore nature and strive to connect with the energies of your local landscape. Find a spot, sit there, and sense the land around you. Observe the energies and determine if they feel welcoming. Where does your soul connect to the land?

Moon Observations: Keep track of the moon phases, noting how they differ between online perspectives and Australian sky observations. Take note of the moon’s rising and setting on the horizon throughout the year, as well as its astrological sign. Pay attention to any changes in your emotions as the moon progresses through its phases.

Studying and Learning: Immerse yourself in books and resources on witchcraft and paganism in Australia. A recommended book is “Witchcraft and Paganism in Australia” by Lynne Hume or any number of Australia sources in our Reading List. Additionally, explore content from online creators (and not just Australians) such as Dr Angela Puca (Angela’s Symposium), Thorn Mooney, Ivy The Occultist, The Antlered Crown (ElwynnTheWitch), and Avalon Cameron on YouTube for further learning. We can feature from Australian sources as well if you’re curious. We also have a suggested reading list here

Energy Work: start practising techniques like grounding, centering, and shielding for managing your personal energies and protecting yourself. Consider guided meditations on platforms like YouTube or Spotify to assist you in exploring various energy manipulation practices.

Embracing a discreet, private, and beginner-friendly approach to witchcraft is achievable with the right practices and resources. By combining self-reflection, engaging with nature, and constantly expanding your knowledge, you can confidently embark on your own unique path in the magical arts. And when you feel ready, if you’re anywhere near Western Sydney, come along to one of our events.