Majokkid - Magia Records

My most earnest piece of advice for all magical heroes and practitioners in general will always be to remain critical of those who take up a title of ‘leader’ or ‘mentor’ in magical spaces.

While I find it so important in life and in magic to be soft and trusting, too many times has that kindness been seen as weakness to those who tout a position of power (whether that position is of an elder or teacher, by someone who claims ownership of a movement or idea, or is bureaucratically instated).

Respect should be something that is inherent in all directions, not something that needs to be earned. Never feel like you are less worthy to practice or take up space in a community because you do not have the same knowledge or tools at your disposal. If you are ever made to feel that way, or if you suspect others are being made to feel that way, the best thing you can do is distance yourself from it and perhaps start something new.

However, too often I’ve seen an earnest project turn into a cult of personality and I caution anyone who feels the need to start an intentional community, magical or otherwise, without the proper emotional maturity and experience with working with a diverse group of individuals.

Magick Verifiability

Speaking as someone who has practiced magick for many years and been part of a number of magical groups practicing in a wide variety of ways...

I have never met someone who could consistently manifest supernatural results.

Now, I have heard many reliable stories of supernatural happenings. I have even had a few myself that occurred seemingly as a direct result of my own work, but consistently reproducible? No.

The flashing stuff isn't even the point of the practice. Seemingly miraculous happenings are super cool, but the magick is more than that. The weird shit that sometimes happens is actually a distraction more than anything. In my experience, good effective magick manifests subtly.

For me, the practice of magick is an approach to being. Magick is about being fully engaged in the mystery of existence. Magick is an exploration of being, consciousness, free will, memory, and time. It is a constant wrestling with the very concept of reality.

My advice, don't fret the weird stuff. Whether it happens or not, it isn't the point of the work. Don't be timid about doubting others, and don't be offended if others doubt you. Don't take incredible claims at face value.

I appreciate the apology. I know that this community means a lot to you and it shows! Again, this was never about not acknowledging the existence of physical magical heroes, I (and it seems others as well) did not understand the terminology and sincerely wanted to know more.

There is not a lot of information available about why people started to come together in this way and I’m always interested to learn more. But I do wholeheartedly believe that there is space for all who feel drawn to be magical girls, regardless of history or approach.

Can someone explain to me the actual difference between ‘physical’ and ‘astral’ magical heroes? Most of the folks that I have come across that label themselves ‘physical’ heroes don’t really seem to have a practice rooted in or working in this reality? They seem to still rely heavily on astral work and reality shifting.

For example, I suppose you can argue that my approach is ‘physical’ since I have an established magical practice utilizing tools and techniques that are tangible in the here and now (not that they couldn’t also be used out of the current timeline or on the astral) and I work to better our current and shared reality. I don’t really assert that the ‘physical’ or ‘astral’ distinction has to be made but if people feel that they need to use those labels, I think the community has to do a better job explaining the difference in approaches.

If you’re new to visualization and astral projection, are having some difficulties with it, or even if you’re a veteran looking for resources, I highly recommend The Mentalist's Handbook: An Explorer's Guide to Astral, Spirit, and Psychic Worlds by Clint Marsh with illustrations by Jeff Hoke.

It was one of the first occult texts I picked up that I found refreshingly succinct and accessible. One of my biggest pet peeves is when occult authors describe tools or techniques but fail to explain the mechanics or don’t even attempt to offer any insight; Marsh not only details an approachable practice regimen but Hoke’s illustrations offer a bit of whimsy and inspiration for your own visualizations. Not to mention, the publication itself is just beautifully printed! Of course it is also available online in many formats but I definitely do not regret having a copy in my personal library!

Are there other topics you’re looking for more information on or are interested in other recommendations? Feel free to send me a message and I can try to point you in the right direction! ☆