The concept of a functional occult inner witch oracle is based on the belief that each individual possesses a hidden power within themselves, which can be harnessed to gain insight and guidance in various aspects of life. This inner power, often referred to as the "inner witch," is believed to be connected to the spiritual realm and can serve as a source of wisdom and intuition. The term "functional" in this context implies that the inner witch oracle is not just a mystical concept, but can actually be incorporated into daily life in a practical and useful way. It is not simply a source of spiritual guidance, but rather a tool that can be accessed and utilized to navigate through the challenges and decisions of life. One way to tap into the power of the inner witch oracle is through divination tools such as tarot cards, crystals, or astrology. These tools act as a medium to communicate with the spiritual realm, allowing individuals to receive messages and insights from their inner witch.
Juliet Diaz is an Indigenous Taino Cubana from a long line of brujx, medicine people, and seers. Juliet is a spiritual and literary activist, and award-winning bestselling author.
Juliet is also the founder of Spirit Bound Press and is part of the Indigenous People's Movement, a global coalition bringing awareness on issues affecting indigenous peoples and the planet.
She has been featured in major publications like Oprah Magazine, The Atlantic, Wired, People Espanol, Mind Body Green, and Refinery29, to name a few, and was awarded outstanding author of the year, outstanding book of the year, and outstanding deck of the year by the 2022 Witchies, Witchcraft, and Occult Media Awards.
Her works include Witchery: Embrace the Witch Within, Plant Witchery, The Altar Within, Seasons of The Witch Oracle deck series and The Earthcraft Oracle.
All social media: @iamjulietdiaz
website: www.iamjulietdiaz.com
Her works include Witchery Embrace the Witch Within , Plant Witchery , The Altar Within , Seasons of The Witch Oracle deck series and The Earthcraft Oracle. To correct any tendency toward childish tenderness comes Belladonna, the toxin that can provide a temporary escape or more permanently change your fate.
These tools act as a medium to communicate with the spiritual realm, allowing individuals to receive messages and insights from their inner witch. By asking specific questions and interpreting the symbols and messages received through these tools, individuals can gain clarity and guidance on various aspects of life, including relationships, career, and personal growth. However, the true essence of the functional occult inner witch oracle lies within oneself.
Deck Interview: Inner Witch Oracle
I love Practical Magic, both the book and the movie, but I never bought the first edition of the Inner Witch Oracle by Joseph of GroundedByTheMoon. At the time I did not want a lot of decks, especially not as many decks as I now have, and I wasn’t working as much with oracle decks. But it is definitely a fun deck for someone who knows the movie. And although I actually don’t love the genre of artwork, there’s something about the decks’s color choices and the cards’ black background that bring the cards to life. When I pulled Lavender for the first time, I could see the stalks blowing in the wind (in my mind). And as you will read in the deck interview, it and I will get along well.
Interviewing the Inner Witch Oracle
What major lesson are you here to help me learn? Water
Through which divine energy can we best communicate? Inner Circle
In what area can you aid me to help others? Midnight Margaritas
In what area could your guidance be easily misunderstood? Black Kitten
What can I do to keep our communication clear? Belladonna
How can I use your guidance for the highest good? The Garden Gate
How will I know when we’re ready for a new lesson? Spilled Salt
First and foremost, the deck promises to teach me about being in my emotions, which is often a hard place for me to sit in balance. I love the water, which is the only downside of living in the desert now, but it is easier to walk it off, to contain it. And you can’t contain the ocean. For this Jupiter in Pisces season, it is an apt opportunity to dive in.
To connect with the deck’s divine potential, I need to tap into my spirit team, including ancestors and elements. I felt this instantly on seeing the Inner Circle. It was a literal Inner circle of spirit guides in my knowing, even though I also knew logically that the image derives from a scene of friends (and minor enemies/acquaintance contacts) coming together, not a literally inner circle. That discrepancy between what I knew as a movie fan and what I knew as a reader helped me see the full potential of the deck for me. And the ancestral connection felt like a nod to my sister and mother’s shared love of the movie, as well as my friends’. Also, the spell for this card—the cards also have spells and/or affirmations—involves knot magic, so there’s a literal divine/magical connection in this card pointing to divine connection.
Then came the other aspects that are almost too perfect for me. In the third position is Midnight Margaritas, which recalls one of the most famous and fun scenes in the movie (at first), and it is a nod to my own (and I’m sure many others’) rituals of making margaritas during a watch party (I don’t remember if it’s in the book). It is so pivotal that I had actually prepared this photo arrangement with tequila and limes before pulling cards. But the message comes through as connecting with others and this deck as friends and as truth-tellers, sometimes the salty truth. (And if you’re not a fan of tequila, Joseph includes a water-based spell to use as a “shot.”) I sometimes get into trouble for not editing myself, so I have learned to edit. A lot. I limit myself by editing. And this was a reminder that I don’t help anyone by doing that. Sometimes the truth is uncomfortable, and you can try to make it more palatable, but the sting (or burn) hits eventually.
Complementing this card were the fourth and fifth cards, which speak to the impossibility of me trying to stay safe and protected in a little bubble with this deck. There are a lot of references and there is some definite baggage that follows along with it. It is tied to my adolescence, yes, but also to my maturing mind that would put new pieces together over the years. (The short version is that I was always Sally/Sandra Bullock—shocker—but I have realized that I should have tried to be a little more Jillian/Nicole Kidman.) To correct any tendency toward childish tenderness comes Belladonna, the toxin that can provide a temporary escape or more permanently change your fate. No safety here.
And that’s okay. The Garden Gate is open, and that’s relevant now for where I’m going spiritually. To help others to dream and to dare are part of my mission and my role as a reader and coach and teacher. But there is more there, for my clients and for me.
Finally comes the salt, the purifier of the margarita, and the release of negative ties. I posted to my Instagram stories that leaving Texas felt like such a release, even though I loved my time there. And according to the year-ahead Portals of Being reading I did for myself, release my theme for this year.
This deck and I have found each other at just the right time. If I had bought the first version earlier, I don’t know if it would have been right. I wouldn’t have been as open a channel for its oracular messages. But now it’s like a straight shot, no chaser. I might prefer the sugary margarita to hide the sins of the salt and tequila, but it’s not what I need anymore.
And Happy Pride to all the queer witches out there, in or out of the various closets! 🌈
In what area could your guidance be easily misunderstood? Black Kitten
It is about developing a deep connection with one's intuition and inner wisdom. This requires self-reflection, inner work, and a commitment to personal growth. By developing a regular practice of meditation, journaling, and self-care, individuals can strengthen their connection to their inner witch and access its guidance more easily. The main idea of the functional occult inner witch oracle is that each person has the power to tap into their inner wisdom and receive guidance from the spiritual realm. It is a belief that combines mysticism with practicality, allowing individuals to incorporate their inner witch into their daily lives. By developing a strong connection to their intuition and utilizing divination tools, individuals can gain insights and guidance on various aspects of life, helping them make informed decisions and live a more fulfilling and empowered life..
Reviews for "The Hidden Mysteries: Awakening the Power of Your Inner Witch Oracle"
1. Ashley Johnson - 1 star - This oracle deck was a huge disappointment for me. The cards are poorly designed and lack any real artistic flair. The meanings for the cards are also convoluted and hard to understand. I found the guidebook to be of no help either. The whole deck feels like a cheap cash grab with no real substance or style. I would not recommend this to anyone serious about using oracle decks for spiritual guidance.
2. Mark Thompson - 2 stars - I was excited to try out the Functional occult inner witch oracle, but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. The cards themselves are rather flimsy and the illustrations are unclear. The guidebook did not provide enough depth or insight into the cards' meanings, leaving me confused and frustrated. I feel like this product was rushed and lacks the professional touch one would expect from an oracle deck. Overall, I would not purchase this deck again or recommend it to others.
3. Sarah Collins - 1 star - I found the Functional occult inner witch oracle to be completely underwhelming. The artwork on the cards is uninspiring and lacks creativity. Furthermore, the messages conveyed by the cards seemed repetitive and vague, making it difficult to gain any real value or guidance from the deck. The guidebook was of little help as well, providing shallow interpretations that failed to resonate with me. Overall, I regret purchasing this oracle deck and would advise others to explore alternative options.