Spooky Shit
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The Legend of the Incubus and Succubus
Demons have existed as long as humans have – at least in story form. And with the tales of demons filtered down to us from the earliest stories come the incubus and the succubus. You’ve probably heard the terms incubus and succubus, but what are they really? And where did these stories come from? Let’s dive in! -
Blood Magick
Blood is a powerful substance, carrying our DNA signature – a scientific imprint of our lineage. It carries information from our ancestors and is both an energetic and literal life force. It makes sense, then, that blood would be a potent ingredient to spells and rituals. Keep reading to learn how to use it in your practice. -
Vampires Around the World
Whether they’re sparkly, terrifying, or somewhere in between, there’s no doubt vampires are a part of our culture. Did you know they’re a part of most cultures and date back to many ancient civilizations? -
Samhain Herbal Recipes for the Busy Witch
This time of year is perfect for crafting simmer pots, sprays, door washes, and incense blends for home protection, communicating with ancestors, or simply honoring the third harvest sabbat of the year. -
Kitchen Witch Cocktail Recipes for Samhain
You don’t need a haunted house to enjoy some “boos.” Below are some of our favorite cocktails for Samhain and Halloween, sure to add some festive vibes to the spooky season.
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A Witch's Guide to the Paranormal
The best weapon when hunting ghosts is knowledge. Below is a list that helps clarify the different types of spirits and hauntings you may encounter when trying to communicate with the other side of the veil. -
Our Favorite Divination Tools
As we near Samhain, you may be called to practice more divination. While you don’t need any fancy tools to divine information from the spirit world, it can help to... -
Underworld Myths from Around the World
But there are other interesting stories about the Underworld, stories about the creation of the afterlife or the fates of unusual souls. As the veil grows thinner and death lingers in the mind, let’s take a deeper look into lesser-known Underworld myths. -
Samhain: The Witches’ New Year
Samhain (pronounced Sow-in) is the third and final harvest sabbat of the year, and its name means “summer’s end” in Irish Gaelic. Often called the Witches’ New Year, it’s the perfect time to commune with and honor the dead, and celebrate the ever-turning cycles of life and death. -
Practicing Ancestor Magick
October is the perfect time to begin or renew your ancestor magick practice. Whether you choose to connect with your ancestors through divination or you want to create an ancestor altar, we’ve got you covered. Read on for tips to practice ancestor magick now and throughout the year. -
The Accuracy of Witchy Movies: What Did They Get Right?
Below, IGC takes a look at the accuracy of the most popular and well-known witchy movies. While there are a lot of fun fantasy elements in these movies, they don’t detract from some of the real witchcraft concepts and ideas the movies play with. -
Nightmare Dream Interpretations
Bad dreams. It's safe to say we all have had our fair share of times we've woken up from a nightmare and wondered, what does it mean?
