Why I Celebrate Only Some Sabbats...I know I know, it's not what you think.

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This past week some of us celebrated Lughnasadh or Lammas, as some call it.
And as much as I enjoy having celebrations to look forward to, I've got to say I don't really connect to all the Sabbats.
I have read up on the histories of each and they all seem to have their own origins from different places.
However, no matter the origin, I feel there is some pressure as a witch to celebrate these holidays. When in reality not all of us have a connection to the wheel as strongly as others might.
Personally I've always been more connected to only Samhain, or Halloween as it's most commonly known. 
Yule has always been a close second, because it is much more widely celebrated.
As I developed my path more I opened myself up to the entire wheel, and as much as I'd love to say I celebrate them, I just... don't.
Now here's the point of this post... you ready?
It's OKAY not to.
That's right.
I'm giving us permission, as witches, to not find meaning in every thing that we are "supposed" to hold meaningful.
Some witches jive with moon phases, some with a room full of crystals, some with the cosmos and astrology, some with everything.
I'm here to tell you and REASSURE you you are not a bad witch for not having interest in every little aspect.

I'd also like to say, my mental health plays a lot into what I can and can't hold space for. Some times I can't be bothered to celebrate.
Some times I can't be bothered to even write a blog post about it.
This era we are living in is so exposed and so involved.
Some times it's ok just to like a little candle and say thanks.
You don't have to do a full on aesthetic party (UNLESS YOU TRULY WANT THAT FOR YOURSELF GO HARD!). I'm talking more to the people who feel an obligation more than desire.

Do NOT feel obligated to insert any aspect of the craft into your practice if you don't feel right.
I think more people need to hear that it's ok not to be excited around certain things.
And by golly I will be one of those voices reassuring you you are not a bad witch for not wanting to participate in every thing.
​They will always be there for you to explore if you so choose. I also write this as I continue to learn tarot, runes, astrology, pantheons, and candle magic (heh).

Listen, do what you want and make it personal to you. Magic thrives where your heart sings. So find your rhythm and don't worry about what other people sing.

​Happy witching!~

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