I was very fortunate. I was born into a tradition that had already been established by centuries so I had a firm background from which to begin. Many aren't so lucky. And learning anything on your own is much more difficult.

Don't fret over your past choices or mistakes. They are what they are. Opportunities to learn from and grow. You make a mistake or a bad choice, acknowledge it and move on.

As for the goetia, Abramelin and things such as the Solomonic seals, 72 Names, it all has to do with ceremony and commanding forces. It can lead you into some very dangerous places if you dont know exactly what you are doing.

Shadow work, bringing yourself into balance, acknowledging duality and integrating is about one of the best things you can do. I'd say at higher levels it's a necessity.

My advice, would be to seek out books and people on a traditional path and read books on traditional craft. Read, and let your gut guide you as to what you integrate into your practice. After a while, you'll know what works for you and what doesn't

I have a set of books that I usually recommend for people such as yourself if you are interested :)

And don't fall into the trap of thinking your practice has to be this way or that way. Don't box yourself in. The Craft is unique to each person.


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I would greatly like to learn about the set of books you reccomend! Thank you!!!

And yeah shadow work is what I've been working on for a while...still working on it. I'm pretty sure it will be a process for me lol but I'm ok with that. My shadow has a lot to teach me.

And you are right. It's a black and white paradigm I need to continue to work on dismantling and just allow my practice to grow and flow with me. Not be so rigid with it.

And that is amazing about your learning and lineage. So much rich culture. That is truly a blessing.

Thank you green witch. I truly appreciate you.