Sit For A Spell

This week Jess gives us insight on the different ways to call the corners (quarters, Guides of the Watchtower, or Elementals). She discusses directional and elemental correspondences, as well as gives you some tips on getting started and incorporating the ritual into your practice. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

This week is all about Jewelry. James discusses the use of jewelry for power, protection, and enhancement through out history. She walks us through the types of jewelry that is the most impactful, as well as ways to cleanse and giving purpose to specific pieces. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

This week we cover how to work with sound in your practice. Jess covers the specific topics of bells, clapping, and sound bowls (singing bowls). We discuss their uses, how to incorporate them, and the benefits they bring to your craft. Of course there are also tangents along the way, including a booktok conversation. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

This week we are bringing you a sneak peak at what we bring to our Patreon page! In this special episode James breaks down the history of New Year resolutions. She also discusses how to incorporate manifestations and intentions, as well as some ways to keep your resolutions going through out the year.    If you are already one of our Patrons, look out for a very special bonus episode released today as well! 

This week Jess gives as a quick and easy way to bring in the Solstice, Yule, and the New Year. She breaks down the steps to creating spice and planted coated candles and a simmering pot using the same ingredients. Listen along to see how all of these honor the sun in this ending point of the year, and how to incorporate your intentions going forward. Please come and sit for a spell and learn with us! 

This week we have a special treat with a podcasting crossover. We partnered with the amazing team at Too Scary; Didn't Watch to bring you this week's episode. James and Jess take part in breaking down the film Shutter Island, discussing the film and what makes it so scary. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!   Too Scary; Didn't Watch Instagram  Too Scary; Didn't Watch Patreon

This week James walks us through day of the week magic. She discusses what deities, color associations, and practices you can tune into for each day of the week. We also bring back Witchy Moments! So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

This week Jess covers the idea and practice of Spirit Writing. Also known as automatic writing or psychography, this tool of mediumship and divination allows one to communicate with the other side. So sit for a spell, and learn with us. 

This week James teaches us all about Dia de los Muertos or Day of the Dead! This Mexican tradition has deep roots and a rich history and now we get to learn a bit about it. She tells us about the history, it's Aztec and Spanish roots, and how to celebrate in your own way! So, sit for a spell and learn with us!     Use BetterHelp to get the help you need today! Online therapy is easier than ever and with our code to BetterHelp you can get 10% off your first month! Use code: sitforaspell for 10% off today! Manscaped has revolutionized personal grooming with its newest technology the Lawn Mower 4.0! Use code: sitforaspell to get 20% off and FREE SHIPPING worldwide for all your personal grooming needs! Visit Manscaped today!  

This week Jess covers the use of Graveyard dirt as a hard hitting ingredient or booster. She discusses where to find what you need, how to collect the dirt, as well as the many uses. We also discuss good alternatives to using the dirt itself. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

Since Mercury in Retrograde seems to have interfered with our last recording, please enjoy this Re-Release from October 2020. We will be back next week with an all new episode and Patreon content!  Have you ever wondered if you have a ghost in your home, and then how to get it to leave? Well, this week James covers all things ghosts! She discusses ways you can tell a ghost/spirit may be in your home, how you can ask them to leave, as well as ways to protect your home from any future ghosts! After all of that, Jess and James read some of our listener spooky stories. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

In this week's episode we finally discuss the concept of Chakras. James breaks down the history and meaning behind the Chakras. We also talk about what it may feel like to have a blocked Chakra, and what you can do to fix it. So sit for a spell, and learn with us. 

This week Jess covers the legend of the Wendigo. Is this myth a human turned monster, or a rare psychosis? We discuss the history, theories, and sightings of this creature in another cryptid installment. So sit for a spell and learn with us! 

Have you ever looked beyond your big three in Astrology? This week James breaks down the meaning and weight Black Moon Lilith hold in your astrological repertoire. She discus what each of the 12 zodiacs mean if that fall within Lilith, and how this sign may impact you. So sit for a spell and learn with us. 

Rerelease - original release 9/16/2020 We can all use a little more luck in our lives. So this week, James gives us another episode full of some practical use ideas to boost the luck and prosperity in our everyday life. For each, she discusses the crystals and plants you can incorporate into your craft to boost these in everyday ways. She also gives us some rituals such as meditations and baths to help us develop these concepts within our practice. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

This week Jess covers the idea of Bone Divination. The practice goes by many names, but some of the more common are pyro-osteomancy and bone throwing. Jess breaks down the history of four major types of bone divination as well as the deep history of the practice. We also get into how to make your own bone throwing set, and what key components you may want to include, as well as how to start your practice. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

Do you tap into any of the major clair senses? This week James walks us through the clair senes and their characteristics. She covers clairvoyance, clairaudience, clairsentience, and a few more of the most common extra senses. We also discuss ways to tap into and grow these senses in yourself. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

Bloody Mary... Bloody Mary .... We won't say it a third time. This week Jess gives us the history and lore behind the iconic Bloody Mary legend. This story has a surprising history laced with angry women and ancient divination. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!   Link to Too Scary; Didn't Watch podcast!

Re-release from June 2020. How connected are you to your astrological sign? Do you check your horoscope everyday? This week Jess and James get into the history and meaning behind those zodiac symbols we love so much. We talk about what each sign means, some personalty traits, and planetary connections. We also get into NASA's findings about possible shifts in the signs as well as break down a few other culture's astrological practices. We end with a very creepy story from James and a giveaway update. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

This week we finish up our discussion of starseeds! James gives us some info about some of the controversy surrounding starseeds, some Native American history, and Jess…has some passionate feelings. So sit for a spell and learn with us!

This week James starts us down the rabbit hole that is Starseeds. Whether you believe in the theory or not, there is some very interesting ideas out there. In this first part James gives us an introduction to Starseeds, including what they are, who may have been the one to popularize the idea, as well as the more common types. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

This week Jess covers Runes! We discuss the history and legend behind Runes as a written language, and how they developed into a divination tool. Jess also explains how to incorporate Runes into your practice and some tips to get you started. So sit for a spell and learn with us! 

This week we bring you another wonderful guest. Megan Alisa is trained evidential psychic medium and energy healer. Megan is a wealth of knowledge in her field of mediumship. She teaches a Foundational Mediumship course and you can schedule one on one readings with her! Her social media presence is amazing and she has great content that spreads awareness and teaches how spirit and mediumship works. So for for a spell, and learn with us!      Megan's Website  Instagram: @shesgotarebelheart TikTok: @meganalisamedium

This week James covers the 12 Laws of the Universe. We discuss what each one means and how they can impact your life. So sit for a spell, and learn with us! 

Have you ever gotten your palm read or have wanted to? Well, this week Jess talks all things Palmistry. She discusses the history and movement of the practice through different cultures. We also get into how to find an read the lines, curves, and swirls on your own hands. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

This week James covers a topic we have always been fascinated by, the Bermuda Triangle! She discusses some of the strangest disappearances and mysteries of the area. We also get into some of the more popular theories as to why this area seems to make whole ships disappear. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

This week we are so excited to share our conversation with Danielle Massi, Licensed Psychotherapist & Master Shadow Worker. Danielle works with people in a variety of ways including a group mentorship through the Create Your Light Academy, the Find Your Light Program, as well as has sessions for 1:1 Past Life Regressions. Danielle is also part of the Wellness Collective which provides alternative and holistic health services. Just recently she has released a wonderful self guided Shadow Seekers Journal, and her much anticipated Shadow Seekers Certification program launches in July. It was a pleasure learning from her. So sit for a spell, and learn with us! Shadow Seekers Journal  Embrace the Light Podcast  Instagram: @iamdaniellemassi Facebook: The Clarity Club With Danielle Massi TikTok: @iamdaniellemassi

TW: Death, Suicide, Torture   This week Jess gives a full history lesson on the European Witch trials which lasted from the 15th to 18th centuries. We go all the way back to 1428 and discuss the start and duration of these witch hunts. Jess tells us about the major trials that took place in Switzerland, Austria, Germany, and Spain, including how and why these trials spread so fast and lasted for so long. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!   This week we also has a special guest: Jess's baby and his bells, please pardon the new sounds!

This week James dives into the controversial world of exorcisms. She explains how different religions practice exorcisms and handle possession. We also discuss the increased cases over the years and the connections to media and mental health. So sit for a spell and learn with us!   Atlantic Article on Exorcism Book: An Exorcist Tells his Story

Episode Fifty-Three: Spell Work for Lost Items and Pets Loosing an item or having a pet get lost can be a very tough time in life. This week James gives us some practical tips and spell work to help get those things back. She starts with some simple rituals to draw out lost items, then gives us some spell work to help bring those lost pets back into our lives. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

This week Jess tells us all about Oracle cards! We get into the history of the first oracle decks and discuss the differences between Tarot and Oracle. Jess also walks us through how to read oracle cards and how to make your own! So sit for a spell and learn with us! 

We're Back! This week we are back with an episode discussing the concept of Toxic Positivity. James breaks down the ways this frame of mind can harm your mental health. She discusses the ways in which you can avoid this within social media as well as the ways you can avoid contributing to its growth. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!   It is Mental Health Awareness month. If you or someone you love needs help or support please do not hesitate to find resource close to you.  National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Hours: Available 24 hours. Languages: English, Spanish.  800-273-8255   California Mental Health Services  

This week we bring you another new episode in the maternity leave saga, a cryptid episode on the Australian Bunyip and the notorious Kraken! Jess gives us the run down on who or what the Australian Bunyip is, including some sightings and possible explanations. James discusses the long history of the Kraken, including possible interactions and who it might really be. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

This week we re-release another classic from our first ten episodes, Altars!  Episode from December 2019. This week James and Jess learn all about Altars. James tells us the historical uses of altars and how they have lasted the test of time. We break down altar basics including what to use, when they might be good to create, and how to incorporate them into your home. As usual we go down a spooky path in our Witchy Moments. Come learn with us!  

This week we bring you part 2 of our cleansing episodes. In this week's discussion Jess walks us through using a Broom/Besom and salt to cleanse our space. She discusses the history of the Besom and how to use it to seep out the negativity in your home. Jess also breaks down the different uses of salt and gives two examples on how to use it to absorb negativity from your space. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

This week James and Jess bring you the first of two parts on Cleansing. In this episode James breaks down using smoke and sound to cleanse your space. She discusses different methods and techniques you can incorporate into your craft including types of herbs and plants to burn, as well as what sounds tools work best in different situations. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

This week we continue to bring you another new episode while we take a break for Jess. We discuss the ideas of the divine masculine and the divine feminine. We get into what they are and how you can tap into them to help foster self-growth or to use them in your craft. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

This week we bring you another very popular re-release episode on Hexes and Curses! We are about halfway through Jess's Maternity leave!  Episode from October 2020 This week Jess and James cover the very debated topic of curses. Jess breaks down the history and past uses of curses, discussing some ancient examples. We get into the pros and cons of performing a hex, as well as why some groups may think hexing might be a bad idea, while others believe it is just another part of the craft. With all of that in mind, Jess details a specific type of curse, as well as the steps it takes to break a curse. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

In week two of Jess's maternity leave we bring you a brand new spell work episode that focuses on building your creativity and focus. Jess and James give you tips and tricks on how to boost these in yourself, as well as give you a few ritual spells to try out. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

Welcome to episode one of Jess's maternity leave! James and Jess wanted to make sure and leave you all with new content while Jess takes care of her family. So to start you off we are discussing two fun lake monsters in this week's cryptid episode! So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

This week Jess covers the Spring Equinox, Ostara! We discuss the history, connections with Easter, and associations of the holiday. We also give tips on how to set up an Ostara altar and how to complete an Earth meditation to honor the day. So sit for a spell and learn with us!

As Jess gets ready for her Maternity leave, here is a re-release of one of our favorite episodes! Episode from January 2020.   Have you ever wondered where you fall within the craft? Or even wondered what types of witches there are? Well, this week James and Jess discuss eight common categories a person may identify with as a witch. We get into what each type might practice as well as the meaning behind them. Please sit for a spell, and learn with us!

Have you ever had an unwanted entity or energy in your home? This week Jess gives us the rundown on all things banishing. We discuss different tools, materials, and crystals that can boost your rituals. Jess also gives some steps by step directions on banishing rituals that can get rid of many different kinds of negativity or energies in your life. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

Do you love a good bath? This week James discusses all things ritual baths. She talks about the history of bath practices through the ages, practical bath tips, and how to incorporate ritual baths into your practice. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

TW: Animal Death, Animal Sacrifice, Pet DeathThis week Jess discusses all things Goddess Hecate. We get into her history, why she is important, and her main associations. We also dive into how you can incorporate her into your modern day craft. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

This week James dives into the history of the Goddess Morrigan. We discuss who she is, why she is important, and how you can incorporate her into your practice. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

This week Jess attempts to define and make clear the differences between the Rule of Three (or Three Fold Law) and Karma. For both concepts we discuss the history and major tenets involved, as well as the over arching comparisons that are made between the two. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

This week James tackles a mind bending topic; the Akashic records. James discusses the history, lore, and possibilities behind the Akashic records, including some connections to modern string theory. We go on to break down the ways you can attempt to access these records as well as some questions you may want to ask if you do gain entry. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

Have you ever created your own Book of Shadows or Grimoire, or ever wanted to? This week Jess walks us through how to do just that. She discusses the history of both types of books, and breaks down some of the main differences. Jess and James then go through the steps you would need to take to make your own. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

Did you make goal or intention for 2021? This week James gives you a few ideas on how to make a vision board to make those goals or intentions come to fruition. Jess and James discuss all of the different ways you can make one of these boards, from full on crafting to the very minimal. We also talk about the different ways you can incorporate your craft into your vision board. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

Do you use essential oils in your practice? This week Jess discusses all things essential oils and their uses. We talk about which oils connect to what emotion or need such as protection and love, as well as some recipes for different oil mixtures. Jess also walks us through using oils in different rituals and practice, as well as how to make your own essential oils at home! So sit for a spell, and learn with us!