My Journey Through the Temple of Witchcraft

In this episode of Cradles & Candles, I’m sharing a look into my journey through the Temple of Witchcraft and my experience with the path so far.

Now entering Year Three, I reflect on where this journey began, what the experience has been like for me, and where I currently find myself along the path. I talk about my experiences with the Temple, how my journey has unfolded over the years, and what it has meant to continue learning and growing within a structured tradition of witchcraft.

This episode is simply a reflection on my journey so far—where I’ve been, where I am now, and the fact that there is still so much ahead of me to discover.

Come along with me as I share a little more about my path through the Temple of Witchcraft.

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Fall is here, and with it comes the Season of the Witch. 🍂✨

In this episode of Cradles & Candles, we’re talking about fall, witchcraft, and finding magic in the everyday. I’m sharing my own fall witchcraft bucket list—from nature walks, bonfires, fruit picking, and creating a fairy garden with my daughter to kitchen witchcraft, magical home decorating, cleansing, crafts, and seasonal meditation.

We’ll explore slowing down, connecting with nature and family, embracing the changing season, and becoming more comfortable and connected with our own craft.

So grab a cozy drink, light a candle, and join me as we welcome the magic of autumn. 🔮🍁

Episode Description

What exactly is an altar, and what makes one sacred?

In this episode of Cradles & Candles, we’re stepping into the world of altars—what they are, why we might create them, and how they can become meaningful spaces for connection, reflection, ritual, and intention.

We’ll talk about the different types of altars you can create, from permanent sacred spaces in your home to seasonal, devotional, ancestral, elemental, and even simple temporary altars. We’ll also explore what you can include on your altar and how to choose items that hold personal meaning for you.

There’s no single “right” way to build an altar. Your practice is personal, and your altar should reflect you—your intentions, your beliefs, the energies you work with, and what feels sacred to you.

So light a candle, pour yourself something warm, and join me as we create a little space for the sacred in our everyday lives. 🕯️🌙

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What does it really mean to create sacred space? In this episode, we explore what sacred space is, how to intentionally create it, and how to recognize and find it in the world around us. Whether it’s a quiet moment, a meaningful place, or a space that helps you feel connected and grounded, sacred space can be found and created in ways that are deeply personal.

In this episode of Cradles & Candles, we're exploring the beautiful world of crystals through the five stones I reach for again and again. Rather than talking about the rarest or most expensive crystals, I'm sharing the ones that have become trusted companions in my everyday practice.

We'll explore why these five crystals have earned a permanent place on my altar, in my pocket, and throughout my home, how I work with each one, and the unique energies they bring to meditation, protection, grounding, intuition, and emotional balance.

Whether you're just beginning your crystal journey or looking for inspiration to deepen your own practice, I hope this episode helps you connect with these powerful allies in a meaningful and approachable way. So brew a cup of tea, settle into a cozy space, and let's discover the magic of my five go-to crystals together.

Episode Title: The Top 10 Herbs That Built My Practice

Plants have always been teachers. They hold stories, traditions, healing, and magic that have been passed down through generations. For many of us on a spiritual path, working with herbs becomes one of the first ways we begin connecting with the natural world around us.

In this episode of Cradles & Candles, I’m sharing the top 10 herbs that have helped shape and support my personal practice. These are the plants I return to again and again for ritual, reflection, intention-setting, and everyday magic.

Together, we’ll explore the history, folklore, magical correspondences, and practical uses of these powerful herbs—including ways you can begin building your own relationship with them.

From cleansing and protection to intuition, love, peace, and abundance, these plants remind us that magic doesn’t always require elaborate tools or complicated rituals. Sometimes it begins with a simple herb in your hand, a cup of tea, a candle flame, or a moment of connection.

✨ In this episode, we’ll explore:

• Lavender for peace, healing, and calming energy
• Rosemary for protection, memory, and cleansing
• Mugwort for dreams, intuition, and divination
• Chamomile for abundance, comfort, and relaxation
• Sage for purification and sacred cleansing
• Cinnamon for prosperity, passion, and manifestation
• Eucalyptus for healing and energetic renewal
• Lemon for clarity, joy, and cleansing
• Rose for love, compassion, and self-care
• Spearmint for healing, growth, and refreshing energy

Whether you’re brand new to herbal magic or have been working with plants for years, this episode is an invitation to slow down, listen, and discover the everyday magic growing all around us.

So grab your favorite tea, light a candle, and join me as we celebrate the herbs that helped build my practice.

🌿 Blessed be.

Shadow work is often misunderstood, but it doesn't have to be overwhelming or intimidating. In this episode, I'm sharing what shadow work really is, how it has become an important part of my own spiritual journey, and the ways it has helped me grow, heal, and better understand myself. Whether you're completely new to the concept or simply curious about incorporating it into your practice, this episode offers an honest introduction to the purpose of shadow work and the transformation it can inspire.

In this bonus episode, we explore the upcoming Sabbat of Mabon—the Autumn Equinox and a beautiful time of reflection, balance, gratitude, and release. I share my personal feelings about this turning point in the Wheel of the Year, my plans for celebrating through ritual, and a deeply cleansing bathing ritual I completed in honor of Aphrodite. This experience offered me unexpected clarity and helped me reflect on what I’m ready to release, what I’m being called toward, and trusting the path even when I don’t have all the answers yet.