Witchcraft has always been popular in movies and books. Some examples are Practical Magic, The Craft and Hocus Pocus. I'm sure many of us grew up watching these movies and wishing we had magical powers too.
Witchcraft has been growing in popularity for the last few decades. In a study in America in 1990, it was estimated that around 8000 people were students of witchcraft. In 2018, a census revealed that number had jumped to 342,000! At a time when many people are turning away from traditional religions, many are exploring witchcraft and the many paths to it - Paganism, Wicca, etc. Witchcraft is an empowering practice that offers practitioners the opportunity to take control of their lives and to live in harmony with nature. The cardinal rule is - An It Harm None, Do What Ye Will. Words we can all live by. Being respectful of nature, given the issues we currently face, teaches people to look after the world around them. We are connected to nature and it is vital that we try to limit the damage we cause to it. Witchcraft comes in many forms. Green witches are great with plants and flowers. A kitchen witch may be great at cooking up home remedies. A hedge witch prefers to work alone as opposed to with a group. But each of these types of witches try to help with their abilities. There are many books on witchcraft and if you are interested in the subject, I would suggest reading as much as possible on it. Witchcraft isn't for everyone, but it can be a very positive and empowering practice. It, like all religions and spiritualities, should be respected.
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