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I’m a witch. But I’m also a tech executive, a mom, a wife, a millennial, an activist, and someone deeply passionate about wellness, healing, and personal growth. For years, these parts of my life existed alongside each o...

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There's a moment every spring when I step outside and the air just... hits different. The soil is warm. The breeze carries something sweet. Somewhere nearby, a bee is absolutely lost in a blossom, doing exactly what it w...

","url":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/why-beltane-has-my-whole-heart","title":"Why Beltane Has My Whole Heart","summary":"There's a moment every spring when I step outside and the air just... hits different. The soil is warm. The breeze carries something sweet. Somewhere nearby, a bee is absolutely lost in a blossom, doing exactly what it w...","date_modified":"2026-04-22T23:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/lunar-lioness-retreat-the-snow-moon-and-choosing-to-be-fully-me","html_content":"

This weekend, something really big happened for me.

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Samhain (pronounced SOW-in) is one of the oldest and most sacred festivals on the Wheel of the Year. Traditionally celebrated from October 31 to November 1, it marks the end of harvest and the beginning of winter, the th...

","url":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/season-of-the-witch-and-celebrating-samhain","title":"Season of the Witch and Celebrating Samhain","summary":"Samhain (pronounced SOW-in) is one of the oldest and most sacred festivals on the Wheel of the Year. Traditionally celebrated from October 31 to November 1, it marks the end of harvest and the beginning of winter, the th...","date_modified":"2025-10-30T21:30:09Z"},{"id":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/%F0%9F%8C%91-walking-with-the-shadows-why-the-dark-goddesses-matter","html_content":"

Most people think witchcraft is all candles, crystals, and moonlight. And yes, there’s beauty and power in those things. But real magick isn’t just about love and light.\nBeing a witch means looking within, meeting your d...

","url":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/%F0%9F%8C%91-walking-with-the-shadows-why-the-dark-goddesses-matter","title":"🌑 Walking with the Shadows: Why the Dark Goddesses Matter","summary":"Most people think witchcraft is all candles, crystals, and moonlight. And yes, there’s beauty and power in those things. But real magick isn’t just about love and light.\nBeing a witch means looking within, meeting your d...","date_modified":"2025-10-09T00:48:39Z"},{"id":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/what-is-a-witch","html_content":"

History, Meaning, and Why I’m Reclaiming the Word

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For most of my life, I’ve worked in the corporate world, a place where personal beliefs are often kept tucked away. My dad used to tell me, “Don’t talk about religion or politics,” and for years, I lived by that advice. ...

","url":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/coming-out-of-the-broom-closet-my-journey-to-authenticity","title":"Coming Out of the Broom Closet: My Journey to Authenticity","summary":"For most of my life, I’ve worked in the corporate world, a place where personal beliefs are often kept tucked away. My dad used to tell me, “Don’t talk about religion or politics,” and for years, I lived by that advice. ...","date_modified":"2025-09-10T11:58:17Z"},{"id":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/mabon-falling-leaves-sacred-balance-pumpkin-spice-everything","html_content":"

There’s something truly special about this time of year; the moment when summer softens into fall, when the sun lingers just a little less each day, and the world begins to glow in gold, rust, and amber. For me, Mabon, t...

","url":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/mabon-falling-leaves-sacred-balance-pumpkin-spice-everything","title":"Mabon: Falling Leaves, Sacred Balance, & Pumpkin Spice Everything","summary":"There’s something truly special about this time of year; the moment when summer softens into fall, when the sun lingers just a little less each day, and the world begins to glow in gold, rust, and amber. For me, Mabon, t...","date_modified":"2025-09-08T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/the-moon-changed-my-life","html_content":"

So I Created a Course to Help It Change Yours

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☀️ The Shifting Light of Late Summer

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Why It's Time to Stop Blaming the Planets and Start Listening to Them

","url":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/%E2%98%BF-mercury-retrograde-isn%E2%80%99t-out-to-get-you","title":"☿ Mercury Retrograde Isn’t Out to Get You","summary":" Why It's Time to Stop Blaming the Planets and Start Listening to Them ","date_modified":"2025-07-23T11:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/don%E2%80%99t-wait-for-the-full-moon-the-forgotten-power-of-sun-magick","html_content":"

When we think of magick, we often look to the Moon—its phases, its glow, and the way it guides our intentions. Full Moon rituals, New Moon intentions, and lunar cycles get most of the attention in modern witchcraft. But...

","url":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/don%E2%80%99t-wait-for-the-full-moon-the-forgotten-power-of-sun-magick","title":"Don’t Wait for the Full Moon: The Forgotten Power of Sun Magick","summary":" When we think of magick, we often look to the Moon—its phases, its glow, and the way it guides our intentions. Full Moon rituals, New Moon intentions, and lunar cycles get most of the attention in modern witchcraft. But...","date_modified":"2025-07-08T07:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/%F0%9F%8C%9E-why-i-love-litha-magick-sunlight-summer-joy","html_content":"

Litha is one of my favorite points on the Wheel of the Year...and for good reason. It’s the height of summer, the longest day, the time when the sun is at its peak and everything feels alive. Fruits are ripening, the Ea...

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Why I Created This Workbook...and Why It Might Be for You

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For nearly two decades, I’ve walked between two worlds.

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One of the things I love most about my magickal school is how it invites me to learn about deities I may not have thought to connect with on my own. Each assignment opens up new doors—new energies, ancient wisdom, and sp...

","url":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/exploring-egyptian-deities-through-magick-and-connection","title":"Exploring Egyptian Deities Through Magick and Connection","summary":"One of the things I love most about my magickal school is how it invites me to learn about deities I may not have thought to connect with on my own. Each assignment opens up new doors—new energies, ancient wisdom, and sp...","date_modified":"2025-04-11T14:29:14Z"},{"id":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/full-circle-moments-magick-messages-from-sacred-space","html_content":"

I just returned from the Sacred Space conference in Towson Maryland, and I am still reeling from what I can only describe as one of the most powerful, insightful, and transformative experiences of my life as a witch. I’m...

","url":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/full-circle-moments-magick-messages-from-sacred-space","title":"Full Circle Moments, Magick & Messages from Sacred Space","summary":"I just returned from the Sacred Space conference in Towson Maryland, and I am still reeling from what I can only describe as one of the most powerful, insightful, and transformative experiences of my life as a witch. I’m...","date_modified":"2025-03-31T12:33:31Z"},{"id":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/why-i-love-ostara-and-why-it-feels-like-the-real-new-year-to-me","html_content":"

Let me just say it—I love Ostara.

","url":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/why-i-love-ostara-and-why-it-feels-like-the-real-new-year-to-me","title":"Why I Love Ostara (And Why It Feels Like the Real New Year to Me)","summary":" Let me just say it—I love Ostara.","date_modified":"2025-03-20T02:31:24Z"},{"id":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/%F0%9F%8C%92-mercury-retrograde-isn%E2%80%99t-the-end-of-the-world","html_content":"

It’s an Invitation to Realign

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Amethyst is one of the most beloved gemstones, known for its calming and protective qualities, its alignment with divine energy, and its deep spiritual significance. But did you know that this stunning purple crystal ha...

","url":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/the-legend-of-amethyst-a-myth-of-protection-and-sobriety","title":"The Legend of Amethyst: A Myth of Protection and Sobriety","summary":" Amethyst is one of the most beloved gemstones, known for its calming and protective qualities, its alignment with divine energy, and its deep spiritual significance. But did you know that this stunning purple crystal ha...","date_modified":"2025-03-06T18:16:48Z"},{"id":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/embracing-imbolc-a-celebration-of-renewal","html_content":"

Imbolc was the first Sabbat I ever celebrated, though at the time, I didn’t fully understand its rich history or the depth it carries today in my practice. It’s one of those holidays that often gets overshadowed or even ...

","url":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/embracing-imbolc-a-celebration-of-renewal","title":"Embracing Imbolc: A Celebration of Renewal","summary":"Imbolc was the first Sabbat I ever celebrated, though at the time, I didn’t fully understand its rich history or the depth it carries today in my practice. It’s one of those holidays that often gets overshadowed or even ...","date_modified":"2025-01-24T22:59:14Z"},{"id":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/embracing-authenticity-nature-magick-in-the-corporate-world","html_content":"

In the hustle and bustle of the corporate world, it’s easy to lose touch with our authentic selves. Deadlines, meetings, and performance reviews can often overshadow our personal values, creativity, and connection to the...

","url":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/embracing-authenticity-nature-magick-in-the-corporate-world","title":"Embracing Authenticity, Nature, & Magick in the Corporate World","summary":"In the hustle and bustle of the corporate world, it’s easy to lose touch with our authentic selves. Deadlines, meetings, and performance reviews can often overshadow our personal values, creativity, and connection to the...","date_modified":"2024-12-20T00:05:09Z"},{"id":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/celebrate-yule-with-the-sabbat-ritual-workbook","html_content":"

As the wheel of the year turns, Yule invites us to pause, reflect, and honor the return of the light. To make this sacred season even more meaningful, I’ve created a Sabbat Ritual Workbook designed to guide you through c...

","url":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/celebrate-yule-with-the-sabbat-ritual-workbook","title":"Celebrate Yule with the Sabbat Ritual Workbook","summary":"As the wheel of the year turns, Yule invites us to pause, reflect, and honor the return of the light. To make this sacred season even more meaningful, I’ve created a Sabbat Ritual Workbook designed to guide you through c...","date_modified":"2024-12-18T04:12:57Z"},{"id":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/yule-altar","html_content":"

One of my favorite ways to celebrate the Sabbats and the Wheel of the Year is to create an altar. An altar brings together elements and energy to celebrate and honor the meanings of the Sabbat. My Yule Altar serves as a ...

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As winter deepens and the days grow shorter, we gather around fire and family to celebrate the magic of the season. One of the most enduring and enchanting traditions of this time is the Yule log, a symbol of warmth, lig...

","url":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/the-magic-and-tradition-of-the-yule-log","title":"The Magic and Tradition of the Yule Log","summary":"As winter deepens and the days grow shorter, we gather around fire and family to celebrate the magic of the season. One of the most enduring and enchanting traditions of this time is the Yule log, a symbol of warmth, lig...","date_modified":"2024-12-17T16:49:48Z"},{"id":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/casting-a-m","html_content":"

Casting a Circle in witchcraft is one of the most important things that people can do in order to protect themselves prior to performing a ritual or spell work. The Circle is meant to establish the sacred space where the...

","url":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/casting-a-m","title":"Casting a Circle","summary":"Casting a Circle in witchcraft is one of the most important things that people can do in order to protect themselves prior to performing a ritual or spell work. The Circle is meant to establish the sacred space where the...","date_modified":"2024-12-13T00:15:50Z"},{"id":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/yule","html_content":"

Pagans generally celebrate the Wheel of the Year, which includes eight Sabbats aligned with the annual cycles of Nature as well as the astronomical dates related to the position of the sun. There are four solar festivals...

","url":"https://modernwellnesswitch.com/blog/f/yule","title":"Yule:","summary":"Pagans generally celebrate the Wheel of the Year, which includes eight Sabbats aligned with the annual cycles of Nature as well as the astronomical dates related to the position of the sun. There are four solar festivals...","date_modified":"2024-12-13T00:01:09Z"}]}