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Modern witchcraft has become one of the most visible spiritual homes for people who have been rejected by traditional religion. Women escaping patriarchal churches have found power there. LGBTQIA2S+ people have found language for identities mainstream faiths once condemned. Trans people have created rituals around transformation and becoming. Survivors have reclaimed their bodies, outsiders have found community, and people pushed to the margins have discovered spiritual syste

Somewhere along the way, witchcraft became a shopping haul. Social media feeds are packed with giant crystal towers, elaborate altar furniture, fifty-dollar candles, overflowing herb cabinets, expensive decks, handcrafted tools and aesthetic starter kits that can leave a beginner thinking they need hundreds of dollars before they can practice anything at all. They don’t. For most of history, folk magic and household spiritual practice were built around ordinary objects, local

If you are searching for how to hex a politician, how to perform a political binding spell, or witchcraft against Christian nationalism, this ritual is designed for one purpose: to bind deception, corruption, religious coercion, discrimination and abuse of political power while directing the working toward exposure, accountability and loss of harmful influence rather than physical injury. Begin by gathering a black candle, salt, a fire-safe plate or bowl, paper, a pen, black

WitchTok may be louder than ever, but metaphysical shops, Pagan authors, teachers and nonprofits are still the backbone of real witchcraft community. Here is why supporting them matters.

WitchTok can make beginner magick look expensive. Here are 8 affordable, practical starter tools from Bull & Thorn for $31.98 total before shipping or tax.

New to witchcraft? This practical beginner witchcraft supplies guide explains 25 useful tools—from candles, herbs and crystals to tarot and altar basics—without telling you to buy everything.

“Everybody wants to save the world, but nobody wants to do the dishes.” It is a simple sentence, almost humorous in its bluntness, but it carries a truth that applies to nearly every part of human life. We all want to believe that we would rise to the occasion when something important is at stake. We want to fight injustice, protect the vulnerable, build stronger communities, defend what we believe in, and leave the world better than we found it. We want to save the world. Bu

From mindfulness and herbalism to ritual, breathwork and energy language, this article examines how the modern wellness industry repackages practices long associated with folk spirituality and witchcraft.

An examination of how Christian nationalism and far-right ideology can enter Pagan, Earth-based, folk-magic, homesteading and natural-living spaces—and why spiritual communities should recognize the warning signs.

How Intentional Misunderstanding Destroys Communities from the Inside Out Communities do not usually collapse because of a single disagreement. They collapse because people stop speaking honestly on purpose—or worse, they listen only to distort. Willful miscommunication is not confusion. It is not a mistake. It is a choice: to misrepresent, selectively hear, reframe maliciously, or refuse clarification when clarity is available. Over time, this behavior corrodes trust, poison

Understanding Abuse, Control, and Power in Spiritual Communities By: Marty Mullenax- Bull and Thorn Spiritual language is powerful. It shapes how people understand the world, interpret experiences, and assign meaning to suffering. Because of this power, spiritual frameworks can be used for healing, connection, and growth—but they can also be weaponized. One of the most harmful ways this occurs is through the manipulative use of “spiritual attacks,” psychic assault narratives,

Witchcraft is more than information collected from books. Explore why practice, mentorship, tradition, experience and community remain important parts of learning a living magical craft.

With Historical Citations, Examples of Initiatory Traditions, and Author Quotations By Marty Mullenax-Bull and Thorn Witchcraft has always blended discipline, skill, intuition, and transformation. Although modern practitioners often walk eclectic or solitary paths, the importance of proper training and initiation remains central—protecting the practitioner, preserving the craft, and grounding magical work in ethics, history, and community. Many modern authors echo this truth

Christian nationalism is rising in the United States, threatening the separation of church and state — and the spiritual freedom of all. This article explores how the toxic fusion of religion and politics endangers Paganism, democracy, and the sacred diversity our ancestors fought to protect.

By Marty Mullenax-Bull & Thorn In the early internet days, when Netscape ruled and chatrooms were the map for anyone traveling the web, a quiet revolution began: in 1997 Wren Walker and Fritz Jung launched The Witches’ Voice — better known to generations of Pagans simply as WitchVox . For twenty-two years it functioned as a global meeting place, an informal university, a bulletin board, and a record-keeping hearth for Pagan, Wiccan, and witchcraft communities everywhere. Wik

By Marty Mullenax-Bull and Thorn Nestled within the heart of modern Pagan practice, Mother Grove Temple has been a beacon of devotion to the Divine Feminine since its founding in 2008 . Established as a 501(c)3 nonprofit church , the temple celebrates the many faces and names of the global Goddess, serving as a sanctuary for those seeking connection, healing, and spiritual growth. A Living Temple of the Goddess From its earliest days, Mother Grove has embodied the sacred rh

By Marty Mullenax | Bull & Thorn Origins and Founding The Correllian Nativist Tradition traces its roots to the High-Correll family , blending Cherokee Didanvwisgi (medicine practices) with Scottish Traditional Witchcraft , later influenced by Aradian Witchcraft and Spiritualism . Founded by Blv. Orpheis Caroline High Correll in 1879 CE , this syncretic faith sought to unite Pagan and Native paths under one vision of spiritual harmony and universalism. Evolution and Major

By Marty Mullenax- Bull & Thorn Alexandrian Wicca, often referred to as Alexandrian Witchcraft, is a prominent tradition within the Wiccan community. Founded in the 1960s by Alex Sanders and his wife Maxine Sanders in the United Kingdom, it is recognized as one of the major branches of British Traditional Wicca. Wikipedia Alex Sanders, known as the "King of the Witches," was initiated into witchcraft in the early 1930s and later became a member of a Gardnerian coven. Influenc

By Marty Mullenax-Bull & Thorn The Dianic Religion, as articulated by Hearth Moon Rising, offers a profound and empowering spiritual path that centers on the divine feminine. Rooted in feminist principles and the reverence of the Goddess, this tradition provides a sanctuary for women to reconnect with their bodies, cycles, and inherent power. At the heart of the Dianic Religion is the worship of the Great Mother, the embodiment of all gods and goddesses. This perspective sees

Stregheria: Italian Witchcraft, Folk Magic & Aradia Tradition By Marty Mullenax - Bull & Thorn Stregheria—often called the “Old Religion” of Italy—is a fascinating blend of folklore, spirituality, and magical practice. Rooted in Italian and Sicilian folk traditions, Stregheria has evolved into a modern Pagan path that honors ancient deities, family heritage, and the wisdom of the strega (witch). Beneath the mystical name lies a story of cultural identity, survival, and adapta