#Mediumship

[saintdollanganger]

"medium with ectoplasm", William Hope, c. 1920s. silver gelatin print.

[deja-vu-esoterica]

The Divination Room at Déjà Vu Esoterica in San Antonio, TX

[gothyween]

𝖉𝖊𝖆𝖙𝖍 𝖜𝖎𝖙𝖈𝖍𝖈𝖗𝖆𝖋𝖙; 𝖓𝖊𝖈𝖗𝖔𝖒𝖆𝖓𝖈𝖞 & 𝖒𝖊𝖉𝖎��𝖒𝖘𝖍𝖎𝖕⚰️🕯️

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cr. nonalimmen

[bitter-bats-cult-of-the-moon]

Spirit Work Book Recommendations

Someone asked me for resources, here they are, but while I don’t completely agree with everything a book, or online resources have for information to offer, I do recommend these books and websites for a read through so that one can become more familiar with spirit work and how it might help you along the way of your own pathworking and journey.

Books

Spirit Conjuring for Witches: Magical Evocation Simplified by Frater Barrabbas

The Witch's Book of Spirits by Devin Hunter

The Witch's Guide to the Paranormal: How to Investigate, Communicate, and Clear Spirits by J. Allen Cross

Dedicant, Devotee, Priest: A Pagan Guide to Divine Relationships by Stephanie Woodfield

Spirit Boards for Beginners: The History & Mystery of Talking to the Other Side by Alexandra Chauran

Medium: A Step-by-Step Guide to Communicating with the Spirit World by Konstanza Morning Star

Consorting with Spirits: Your Guide to Working with Invisible Allies by Jason G. Miller

A Spirit Work Primer: A Beginner's Guide to Streamlined Spirit Work by Naag Loki Shivanath  

Online Guides

How To Communicate With Spirits & Ghosts, According To A Witch (nylon.com)

How to begin spirit work | Hart & Horn (hartandhornstore.com)

Spirit Work (crowsbone)

Deity Work: Everything you need to know to begin working with the spirits | by Angel Alexander (Kali Moon)

Hello From the Other Side: A Spiritual Medium Reveals How To Communicate With Spirits and Ghosts | Well+Good

[cosmicportal]

[magicaguajiro]

Resources for Cuban and Caribbean Folk Magic 🇨🇺

Disclaimer: Cubans are not a monolith so when we say ‘Cuban Folk Magic’ its like saying ‘American Folk Magic’ in the sense that it is a BROAD term that includes multiple different cultural threads and traditions. Start by researching your ancestors and where they were from as a jumping off point.

Also, many of these resources are not Cuban themselves, but they either share the same practices or are academic or general sources. I have made it clear when a source isn’t Cuban. For this reason, I have expanded it to be the Cuban AND Caribbean Folk Magic List.

The List

Creators:

Irka Mateo - Taino - Insta 🇩🇴

Religion.Ancestral.Taino - Insta 🇵🇷

Sancista Brujo Luis - Espiritismo/Taino-Youtube | Blog 🇵🇷

OkaniLuna - Brujería/Taino - Youtube🇩🇴

Juliet Diaz - Brujería/Taino/Author - Instagram 🇨🇺

Sancista 7 Espadas - Espiritismo - Insta 🇵🇷

Odofemi - Regla de Ocha - Tumblr 🇺🇸

Eve the Medium - ATR/Espiritismo - Youtube 🇩🇴

Yeyeo Botanica - ATR/Espiritismo- youtube 🇺🇸

Botanica Candles & More - Great Podcast!! - youtube 🇨🇺 🇺🇸

Connecting w/ Guides and Goals by Adunola - youtube 🇺🇸

Hatuey Museum of Archaeology, Baracoa, Cuba - Taíno archaeologists photos and blog - Link

Florida Memory - Photos and Articles on Folk History of Florida and surrounding areas - Link

Articles

San Lazaro - Wikipedia - Novena - Yeyeo Botanica

Caridad del Cobre - Wikipedia

Orisha and Palo Herbs Directory- Website

Ewe (Herbs) Photo Guide - Website

Pueblo Originario Taino Section - Website

Taino and Agua Dulce essay by Jorge Estevez - Link

Memoir of Florida’s Indigenous People by Hernando Escalante de Fontaneda - Link

Tacachale: Essays on Indigenous Floridians by Milanich and Proctor - Link

Huellas Indigenas en Cuba - Taino Spirituality in Cuban Folk Magic Article - Link

Juracán: The Sacred Meteorology of Swamp and Storm by Jazmin Calderon Torres

Books:

Taino Library* - Amazing resource for books of all kinds, many books about Taino and Caribbean Spiritualities, Folklores and Songs! Multiple books on Cuban Myths and Folktales! Highly recommend - Website 🇵🇷

Espiritismo by Hector Silva🇩🇴

A Year in White by C Lynn Carr

The Modern Art of Brujería by Lou Florez(VERY BASIC just as a general introduction to what alot of modern Folk Practices look like)

American Brujeria by J. Allen Cross 🇲🇽🇺🇸

El Monte by Lydia Carbera 🇨🇺

Palmetto Country by Stetson Kennedy - Link

Movies and Videos:

Cecilia (1982) - Youtube

Las Profecias de Amanda - Youtube

Susie Jim Billie, Medicine Woman Interview - Link

Proyecto Cuba Indigena - Link

Miguel Sague, Taíno Spirituality - Link

**This list will grow as I find more resources that are reliable enough to share. If you have recommendations or would like to be added, please reach out.

Luz y Progreso 🕯️

(I also have included a Research Guide below the Cut!)

Guide to researching based on your ancestry:

If your family has African roots, you can seek Ocha/Lukumi, Palo, Arara, Cuban Vodou and other African Traditional Religions and Practices. Please approach elders within these respective practices to further your connection to them, rather than using books to create a practice for yourself. These are ancient, community based and are lifelong commitments, not just trendy powerful spells for you to get what you want.

If your family has indigenous roots, research Taino spirituality and modern practices , but also know that there were other tribes in the western and centeral parts of Cuba, with their own languages and traditions you can still learn about like the Guanahatabey. You may also consider joining a Yukayeke, but this isn’t required. Reconnecting and decolonizing is a separate and important topic that is not inherently witchcraft or folk magick-y… HOWEVER, researching and informing yourself with these practices can help you to see their influence within modern folk practices.

If your family has Asian roots, research the buddhist cults and folk practices throughout Cuba! Believe it or not, we also have people of Middle Eastern descent in Cuba who brought with them their own Hindu and Arabic Folk Traditions, which can be found throughout Cuba and the Caribbean as a whole.

If your family has Spanish roots, research some open practices like Espiritismo and Folk Catholicism! Look into the Patron Saints of Cuba, La Virgen de La Caridad del Cobre and San Lazaro. These also tie in to many of the other cultures who were forced to adopt certain elements to ensure survival of their traditions! You can also look into Brujería. Much like modern witchcraft, modern brujería has been commodified to hell and back, but there is still some great knowledge and power to be found there.

The fact of the matter is, that most of us can fit ourselves into two or more of these categories, and this crossover is where Folk Magic is often born. Its also important to note, in alot of these traditions you shouldn’t learn or share certain things at certain times, so some sources who share too much about Ocha and other ATRs should be avoided. Also, I can’t stress how important it is to talk to your family! Ask them about folklore or legends and stories! Also research history and folkore of the specific areas in Cuba your family is from. A-lot of folk magic is incorporated into stories.

Bendiciones, good luck on your Journey!🦎🐊

[grimoirey]

🌛 Mediumship Pt. 2 🌜

Here's a link to Mediumship Pt. 1

Spirit Guides and Helpers

Types of Spirit Guides

Many mediums believe they work closely with specific guides. These guides can include ancestors, ascended masters, animal spirits, or even angels. Each guide is thought to have a unique purpose, like protection, healing, or offering wisdom.

Building Relationships with Guides

Some mediums engage in regular meditative sessions to build a stronger connection with their guides, treating it as a partnership. Developing a close rapport with guides can help mediums receive clearer, more consistent messages.

The “Mediumistic Process” and How Messages Come Through

Dual Awareness

Mediums often describe being “in two places at once,” with part of their consciousness focused on the physical world and another part in the spirit realm. This “dual awareness” helps them stay present with a client while receiving impressions from spirits.

Messages as Layers

Spirits may communicate through symbols, images, words, and feelings layered over each other, which mediums then interpret. For instance, seeing a rose might represent love or a specific memory that’s meaningful to the person in the reading.

Symbol Language

Mediums often develop a unique “symbol dictionary,” as symbols and signs can be highly personal. Over time, mediums learn what certain symbols mean to them, allowing for faster and more accurate message interpretation.

The Role of Intuition in Mediumship

Trusting Intuition

For messages to come through clearly, mediums must trust their intuition. Doubts or second-guessing can interfere with the flow of information.

Strengthening Intuition

Practicing exercises that build intuition, like free writing, guessing games, or even daily decision-making without overthinking, can help strengthen a medium’s confidence and flow with spirit communication.

Physical Sensations and How Spirits Affect the Body

Temperature Changes

Some mediums feel cold or warm spots in the air when spirits are near. A sudden chill, tingling, or warmth is often associated with spirit presence.

“Spirit Goosebumps”

Many mediums report getting goosebumps, chills, or tingling sensations when a powerful message or presence comes through. This feeling can indicate truth, validation, or a strong connection.

Feeling Emotions or Pain

Clairsentient mediums may experience emotions or physical sensations that match what the spirit went through. For example, a medium might feel pressure in their chest if the spirit died of a heart condition.

Challenges and Emotional Impact on Mediums

Emotional and Energetic Exhaustion

Mediumship can be draining, particularly for empathic mediums who feel others' emotions deeply. Taking time to recharge after sessions, practicing grounding techniques, and setting limits are essential.

Experiencing Other’s Trauma

Mediums sometimes connect with spirits who went through traumatic events. This can bring up intense emotions or even residual trauma. Learning how to release these energies after a session is key to a medium’s well-being.

Role of Skepticism and Self-Validation

Healthy Skepticism

Many mediums maintain a degree of skepticism about their experiences, recognizing that interpretation can be fallible. Practicing discernment and striving to avoid making assumptions ensures messages are as accurate as possible.

Validating Messages

During a session, mediums often look for validation through specific information that resonates with the client, such as a name, date, or memory. This validation builds trust for both the medium and the client.

Mediumship in Different Cultures and Traditions

Shamanic Mediumship

In shamanic traditions, mediums (often shamans) communicate with spirits to bring healing and insight to their communities. This might involve journeying, drumming, chanting, or connecting with nature spirits.

Ancestor Worship

Many cultures focus on connecting with ancestors rather than random spirits. In these traditions, ancestors offer protection, guidance, and familial wisdom. This practice is common in African, Asian, and Indigenous cultures.

Mystic Mediums

Some spiritual traditions, like Sufism and Hinduism, consider mediumship a natural extension of mystical practice. In these cases, mediums connect with divine or universal energies rather than specific spirits.

The Concept of Mediumship as Healing

Grief Healing

One of the main purposes of mediumship is to provide closure and healing to those grieving a loss. By delivering messages from loved ones, mediums can help clients release pain and feel connected.

Spiritual Counseling

Many mediums incorporate counseling techniques, as the experience of connecting with the spirit realm can bring up deep emotions, fears, or past traumas. This approach combines psychological healing with spiritual guidance.

Energy Healing During Sessions

Some mediums also practice energy healing, like Reiki or spiritual cleansing, as they communicate with spirits. This can help release emotional blockages in the client, making them more open to the messages received.

Evidential Mediumship

What It Is

Evidential mediumship focuses on providing concrete evidence that the medium is truly connected to a specific spirit. This evidence includes details only the spirit or their loved ones would know—names, favorite items, significant dates, etc.

Focus on Validation

In evidential mediumship, the emphasis is on validation rather than interpretation. This style of mediumship is widely respected as it strives for accuracy and proof, offering stronger reassurance for skeptics.

Paranormal Mediumship

Spirit Rescue

Some mediums specialize in “spirit rescue,” helping spirits who are stuck or unaware of their death to cross over. These spirits may be “earthbound” due to unfinished business, trauma, or confusion.

Haunted Locations

Mediums are often called to locations with paranormal activity, such as homes, old buildings, or sites with traumatic histories, to sense and communicate with spirits residing there. Their goal is usually to help bring peace to both the spirits and the living.

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These facets show that mediumship is a multi-dimensional practice with roots in spiritual healing, emotional connection, and a respect for both the physical and non-physical worlds. It's a field that requires sensitivity, training, and personal integrity, and for those who practice it, mediumship can be a lifelong journey of learning and transformation.

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[devouredbyflame]

Beginner Guide to Automatic Writing and Channeling Deities

One of the ways in which you can open up to the Gods is by channeling as well as automatic writing. I know the gut reaction for most people is to think “only some people can do that but I can’t.” I assure you that it is easier than most people think it is and if only because it is a part of our innate nature as humans.

The process is simple yet there are a lot of things that you need to let go of to get started.

It is important to note that not every automatic writing or channeled message in the beginning is going to make sense. It takes a bit of work not just for you to get used to hearing what the message is but for the Gods Themselves to use your brain and use language that makes the most sense to humans.

Considering Deities do not have a tongue nor do They have language, They have to use the words that you have stored in your brain. They do not pluck Them from outside of your brain, though it is possible the further you get into channeling and possessory work, the more language you don’t normally use may come up in Their response. So if you are only getting images, words, or feelings in response to your questions, do not worry – you are not incapable and you are not doing it wrong. In fact, the feelings are going to help you in knowing when a Deity is actually speaking to you versus when your brain is making stuff up.

Read the rest of this post here:

[flameontheotherside]

[blossomdivinefinewine]

Channeled Messages: Grandmother messages from Heaven

Please take what resonates and leave what does not!

Enjoy!

P.S. A lot of my channeled messages that I post will have "@TAROTW/BLOSSOM" because that is my Facebook business page where people can reach out to me and book a reading. I also post motivational messages there so check it out when you can! 

[saintdollanganger]

Albert von Schrench-Notzing, "The medium Eva C with a materialization on her head & a luminous apparation between her hands," May 17, 1912. Gelatin silver print.

[funeral]

Mary Marshall with a teleplasmic mass, 1950

[alphs-stuff]

Opening free readings for 10 people.

Like, and reblog this post and my pinned post.

Don't ask questions about deities or celebrities.

You can also ask for mediumship reading.

Feedback is mandatory in the ask box after the reading.

Spot: 10/10

[witchblr-historian]

Hi everyone!

I'm a university student and practicing pagan here on tumblr, and this semester we were tasked with analyzing a micro-community online. I chose witchblr!

If you are actively practicing witchcraft of any sort here on tumblr, please fill out this survey! It's entirely anonymous if you choose for it to be, and the data will go solely towards my project.

If you don't have the time to fill it out or aren't interested, please consider reblogging this so I can have as many responses as possible by the time I have to present my findings! The deadline for submissions is this Sunday, November 17th, so please share while you can.

Thank you witchblr!

[etherealwitcherys-blog]

Hey everyone! I'm curious about mediumship and would love to hear from those who practice it. How did you get started? How did you know you had abilities, and how do you trust in your abilities.. Any tips or advice would be greatly appreciated!