We have no problems with the genuine teachings of Jesus. The Abrahamic religions have not been kind to each other or anyone else and the death toll is too great to count and continues even as I write this. Change can start with a single voice. May it be yours.

Anyone else find it hard to worship a profit who hasn't shown themselves for thousands of years? But to worship the earth that is actually physically there, that makes a lot more sense to me but that is just my opinion. Blessed be.!

Laurie, (you probably won't read this but I wanted to share this anyways) I want to thank you, your videos and the book "Power of the Witch" alone helped me on my path to Witchcraft, I have never felt happier in my life after I was introduced, and I am still learning. Your videos and books have taught me so much and helped me evolve into a better Witch, and a better human being. Thank you and Blessed be.

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Blessed be.

The danger in following many paths is that one never gets to the root of things. I have followed one path for going on 60 years and am still learning the depth of it. Most traditions will get you to essential truths but varying ways, I would caution against the cafeteria style spirituality, you may be the exception, but the majority of people I speak to end up more confused as some things appear in opposition to another. Doctors specialize in specific branches of medicine, it can help.

Wicca is a huge umbrella and under it comes a lot of people with often times very conflicting philosophies. We are Witches and specifically Witches who follow the Hermetic philosophy whilst practicing Witchcraft as an art, science and a religion. You need to find people who share your path. In the end, truth is truth and as long as you align with nature, harm none you will find all paths lead to the same place. The difference is lifestyle and aesthetics.

@Mr1saacram1rez Thank you for caring, but I think that you do not understand your own faith much less ours. We see the work of God in all creation, this is why we harm none and protect the environment. We are not the ones who wage wars for conversions and was it not Jesus who said love thy enemy as thyself. The teachings of Jesus are of love and forgiveness, I do not see much of that in his followers. Who are you to judge? That is not something Jesus would approve of either.

The problem with not having a tradition and using umbrella terms like Wiccan, is that terms like Green Witchery can mean anything and nothing. All Witches and all conventional traditions use nature and the wheel in their practice. That would make the most sense. In my book Celebrate the Earth I go through a lot of nature inspired recipes and practice, but they are all tied into Witchcraft and specifically the Cabot Tradition. It is a fun book you would enjoy it.

it's actually really difficult to not be an eclectic especially with my mexican heritage with the brujera and while I've always had a sense that it's been my path it's just difficult to find any information or mentor that connects with my heritage. I'm still new in my research and I am reading like crazy but so far it is very difficult to just stick with one thing..if that makes sense..

I never get tired of seeing this video. I LOVE YOU LAURIE, YOU ARE MY INSPIRATION, AND MY IDEAL OF WHAT A REAL WITCH IS )0(

Words of Wisdom. Thank you Ms. Laurie.

Thank you so much Laurie for paving the way for all of us and your contributions to furthering Witch Craft in our century. Much love and light!!!

Thank you so much for this message! It clears up alot of things. Laurie you are trully one very special person and the world is very lucky to have you. Blessed be. Christina

I just want to thank you for your good work and courage in the face of so much hatred and oppression. Many think I'm lost because I'm gay and I'm a Witch, and that's sad. The world is full of hate. People need to see that Witches are no more of a threat than are Lutherans or Mennonites. We just have a different way of worshipping and connecting to the Divine. Witchcraft has taught me that I'm not evil and sinful, but good. What a gift! Love and peace to you.

What a lovely lady you are! Thank you for your advice! Blessed be!

I love your glasses Laurie :)

I think this is the best and most practical advice you have ever given. People should listen and take it to heart.

Great work Laurie! Exploring the dimensions with an open heart, mind and vision will always lead one to the deeper connection with their higher self & guidance. Books hold the activation codes

You're glasses are AMAZING. I certainly hang around people that are more like me. Keeps the peace and just balanced and wonderful.

Thank-you, Laurie, for your wonderful insights on witch-craft. I am still reading your book, "The Power of the Witch", and it truly is a great read, and has arrived in my possession at the perfect time. I've been on quite a bumpy road in the spiritual path to enlightenment, but now I am becoming more and more aware of things and where everything all started from. I believe every religion has truth, but no one religion has ALL the truth. Thank-you again, you are a wonderful person. :)

The term Warlock is used in films and video games but a Warlock is an Oath Breaker. A male Witch is imply a Witch it is a unisex term. Wizard is used also, but again it carries all sorts of implied meaning which do not apply to those who follow Witchcraft. Druid is a better Celtic term, but that also implies great study and accomplishment a kind of PHD if you will.

Lovely, thank you so much for posting this.

Ahhhhh, your voice is so calming~!

Laurie I love your teachings you are a very wise woman and have helped me down my own tradition which is Hedgewytchery. You made me think of many things that I can incorporate down my path. And it is very true whilst books contain knowledge and reading is very important being out in nature and constantly practising is most important! Love your vid and brightest of blessings :)

I've become fascinated further after reading the Inner Temple by Chris. I am realizing I have a lot more basic skill to unearth and learn in the way of mental discipline. I'd love to get into more of that too. I recently also made a visit to Salem. I was sad not to be able to swing by like folks used to do but so glad you were able to interact with me on this magical thing called internet youtube video comments. :)

Laurie, even though I may not agree with EVERYTHING you say, I do realize that you are a very kind and patient person, and every time i have seen an Abrahamic fundamentalist become short tempered with you, you handle it very well. You truly were (and still are) a great inspiration to me. every time I used to get angry with an Abrahamic follower (I had a BIG problem with that for the first year or so I practiced) I thought of you. thank you for everything. blessed be! )O(

I love watching your videos, Laurie, and listening to your wisdom. I am currently reading your book "Power of the Witch" and find I can relate to so much of what you say. I so wish I could learn and follow your tradition, but I'm in the UK. Sending much love to you. )O(

@NovaSquall Hi, one could use the term Wizard, but really the term 'Witch' applies to both sexes today.We all have the same latent talents, the science of Witchcraft teaches you how to develop and harness the abilities we have from birth, the art of Witchcraft allows you to live the path on a daily basis and finally if you are interested the religion teaches you how to live in these complex times. This is a great journey, if it is for you, you will know it and you will educate yourself in it.

You are Amazing........

thank you Laurie

@RandomGirl1237 To be a Witch is to live in harmony with nature and to harm none. Different traditions of Witchcraft have different ways of doing this. The Cabot Tradition is well explained in my book "Power of the Witch" but we simply follow a path that turns everyday life into an ongoing majickal experience.

Thankyou for answering my questions. x

thank you and keep the good work

Blessings on your Journey.

I'm only 15, and my parents are raised catholic, and I dont really have a lot of witches around me. So this video is a huge help. Especially since my only witch ancestors are very far from me right now. I never really fit in with any other religions or beliefs until I discovered wicca and witchcraft because its the only thing I've ever heard that I really believed. My mom accepts it as long as I only do white magick and keep my energy balanced well. Thank you! Also I love your store!

i don't agree with needing to choose a path but i also have not heard your reasoning for that, but the rest of this video is extremely inspiring! thank you!

Thank you for your post, I am a simular situation.

i wish there was a cabot temple in the UK. i follow all your work laurie. x

Blessed be, Thank you ~Wizard Willie

I love your videos! They are so inspirational. I am currently living in working in Mainland China as an oral ESL teacher, but my ultimate goal would be to move to Salem and train under you one day :)

well said. Blessings

@Lauriecabot, I could not agree more when you say that "roots matter", and that one needs to have an understanding and context of the traditions that they may be drawing from. And, of course, with age and experience I've also found that indeed the Ego often impedes one's progress or limits understanding! Hope that's worded well...been a bit scatter brained with seed starting season keeping me busy!

I'm shy about groups and my last group seems to have turned on me...out of jealousy and seeking what I had to be fair and honest. I'm happily solitaire but keep a strong online connection with others through my social nets online. I do like to celebrate the moons.

@TomVinegar You are most kind. I think dialogue of any kind if important, if they care enough to post, perhaps they will care enough to learn something, if not then that is their loss. While the internet does seem to make some people rude, I prefer that to the cement blocks thought the windows of stores or the credible death threats when we first started this all these years ago. If 2000 years of active prosecution and persecutions have not stopped us, some unfortunate comments won't either.

Hi Laurie! I'm so excited to see you guys in October! I'm one of Gypsy's friends daughter! I have met Candy and Robyn but you were sick for Iowa Pagan Pride. I am really excited!!!

@beatlesfan8171763 Witchcraft is a specific magickal path that is Indo-European, The Cabot tradition adds the Hermetic philosophy which comes from the Egyptian Mystery school, but it is in practice Celtic. If you read my book, Power of the Witch you can get a solid explanation of what we teach and what path we follow. It is not for everyone but if you identify with it, then you will find it rather unique.

I have been reading your books since the 5th grade. No joke you were the first pagan book i ever read.I've been doing the 3rd eye exercises since then. I will always read them. 2 children later I only wish to be able to save enough to join the classes, but there is no way i can pay 800 (both classes combined). Perhaps in the future, I'm only about 30 mins away now, but we are looking to Salem for our next house. you will always be an inspiration to me.

@LeosRayne I'm glad, they allow me to see and Be happy!

You should watch the video again and listen carefully. It does make perfect sense.

Ok, well explained, thankyou. But what if one particular tradition has something that isn't in your tradition, that still works? I practice eclectically because I find that every path has things that work and have actual truth. What is your view on those who make their own traditions? x

Love this

Can anybody recommend any books or anything that might help get me started on becoming a witch?

Wise words from a brilliant and inspiring Witch! 'Course, there are also those of us whom, after several years of study, have decided to found our own Traditions because nothing seems to come just as close to our present practice. Hence, I have founded The Covenant of Morrighan and the brotherhood of the Daghda. :o)

@ScenicWitch I would only note that in Witchcraft we do not have a "middle man". We have no need like the Christians of passing through a priest. A tradition is mostly for holistic education and support of the community. Being eclectic can be a good thing, just like home schooling. It depends on the individual. I find that establishing a focused and functioning base, prevents errors and confusion later on. Not to mention that there is a lot of nonsense that passes for truth out there.

@Pagyptsian Our path is not about "belief" it is about actualization. Belief was introduced by religions for control, we are practical, what we do works, so you resonate with it or not. With that said, there is an integrity to the whole system that a tradition offers which bears careful study even if at first you do not see the reason for some things it may be important to dig deeper. Examining the elements you do not 'feel' can reveal much about you and or the tradition you are looking at.

We do not bring harm on anyone or any thing we are all about LOVE, GOOD HEALTH, GOOD FORTUNE, ECT. all that is good and nothing but good so HELL is not where we are going.

@27Drpepper Finding a teacher or a community that can teach is not easy. The good news is that you can get quite a good start from books, Power of the Witch was my contribution to getting people onto the path, after that you may need to seek out a tradition and a teacher. We still teach but you have to come to Salem until we can figure out a way to teach online in a way that is effective.

@cgray6306 That is totally fine and I will not try to convince you. Spirit is not a matter to be dictated to anyone by anyone. Joy,abundance and blessings on your path.

@bayleyrose She is a blessed and beautiful Witch thats what that is.

I wish I could give this a "thumbs up x's infinity" cause this is the best Christian vs WitchCraft response I've read on YT.

dear Ms. Laurie, I would like to know any books that may help me start my path.

@XPixiePrinceX I agree. I worship an Egyptian Goddess but practice Celtic Sabbats. I feel comfortable being eclectic, although I do understand where she comes from. blessed be

I don't know anyone who practices Wicca/Witchcraft, but I feel really drawn to this. I feel very close with nature and hate being indoors for more than an hour and my family is Christian. I am very dedicated and my family still does horrid things to me. I am very confused right now. I'm drawn to do this, but should I?

@jaynswiss Some of the most profound lessons are those we rebel against at first. The idea that our own ego is the greatest enemy we have in our spiritual path is tough for many. That the things that define our individuality are in some cases the very things we need to fight against to become one with spirit. There is a strong push to "sell" religion to people, add a bit of this and that and it becomes a cool thing. Hollywood aspects creep into "Wicca" and it is compelling but not effective.

@PaganSteve tuition for the classes are different for each. Call the store to find out what each is. Typically we can handle 12-15 students, we have a small space.

at one point in my life i didnt want to do it anymore because i thought it was dumb. i thought well i understood how to do somethings and at my work there were like 3 other witches and they said i was their 4th but i knew nothing about witchcraft so the one started teaching me stuff and then i would get information on how to find information from the other two. so i learned a lot from them, took herbolgy wicca class. learned a lot. moved to california. it seemed magickal here. lots of wiccans

@celticbattleaxe Nothing is secret in the Cabot tradition. For the thousands of years that anyone might have been prosecuted or persecuted for their beliefs, I can understand why some degree of discretion was important to survival. But today it is an individual choice to practice openly or not, but the knowledge should be taught openly.

If I may reply and give my opinion. From my own experience over 41 years looking/searching to hard will not get you what you desire. Ask the Universe (or which ever path you follow), for guidance and then forget about it. I honestly feel that by doing this, sending the wish out and then stop looking...You will find your teacher sooner than you think.Much like basic spell work. We cant dwell on it or it will not come to pass. I hope this helps, Blessed be and best to you Josh.

I could listen to you talk for hours.

when I was young I was taken to many types of churches, but never felt associated with either, I have been practising witchcraft for several years now, but though several years I consider my self still a learner, I have never felt so comfortable and confident doing it (I love it!), my difficulties are I have mild dyslexia and some visual problems and have difficulties reading some of the books on witchcraft and not know any other people that works in witchcraft to help so how can I progress??

Hi I'm Madison. I would love to be a witch. Witchcraft has followed me all through out my life. I'm ready to join.

I discovered Wicca several months ago and am very much drawn to the aspects of it. After dabbling in several religions, I have felt the most peace of mind and spirituality from Wicca. I wish to seriously start learning and practicing this religion, but I am unsure of one thing. I realize that violence has no place in Wicca however, I am a practitioner of the martial arts and various combat styles, and also serve in the United States military. Will the God and Goddess accept this?

Where would one find a witchcraft teacher/mentor? I have been interested for a very long time in witchcraft, read about it yet have no connections to anyone who practices. I would like very much to find someone willing to guide me and help me on my path. Where might this be?

I am surprised sometimes how hateful they also can be to complete strangers for their beliefs. The strange thing is it's the only religion I've encountered that literally sees their way as truths versus some other traditions which only say they are philosophy. That is the difference of spirituality and religiosity. One is a way of life, not being only in name but really living out your beliefs. Most Christians I've met failed to do this. They fail to live in accordance with their beliefs.

hi laurie.i like the teachings of you and mark very much.however over here in the netherlands its a bit difficult to find a good coven.most covens are ecclectic and i have the same thoughts as you about that.i believe in following a tradition.im an initiated witch but i have learned the most of the traditional witches.right now im doing a course but we dont meet.i mean like a coven.what do you do if there is no good teacher or coven.could you do as i do,,,sending in the lessons you make?bb

Merry Meet Rev Lauries, This is HP Lady Haven from The Cabot Kent Hermetic Temple. I am going through all the videos, again and have a question. With following one tradition, what is your advice on coming from a family of varied traditions? My matriarchal side my teachings are from Sybil Leeks and my patriarchal side is more of the canary islanders Spanish both based and founded of course from Catholicism. I therefore study everything and am so ready for my own path. Blessed Be~

Over time words can change definitions, but there is deep meaning in language. Even the term Magician is not correct for those that practice. We employ Magick or any number of alternative spellings specifically to avoid the slight of hand or secretive aspects of the meaning. In fact what we do is science and verifiable by any who wish to do so. Anyone can chose their own terms of course as long as their actions are correct.

Greetings Laurie Cabot. I have been in the craft for many years now and a Druid for several as well. I hope to travel back to MA, to meet you one day. I have heard about you through someone that started me into the craft. There are things that she told me that I would love to discuss with you. My intentions are only to find the truth of what she said. I have used my gifts for the answers and only wish for conformation. Blessings, love and light. SilverD.

do all Wiccans deal with spirits? Is there a way where you don't have to? I just started, I did a simple fadeing a friend from my life spell, but I haven't done anything big yet.

Laurie I love what you had to say about finding someone to help guide you to become a witch & to be serious about it. I live in Iowa and cannot find anyone to help me to become a witch can you please help me in this? I have read books, have my Book of Shadows, etc but I need help.

i love your videos i plan to visit your store some day Blessed Be )o(

@lucidfail Having a tradition is helpful in the learning process. Think of it like picking a major in college, ideally the courses offered will get you on your chosen path quickly. Without a structure of some kind, people get lost in one thing or another, then try to combine ideas, that while very nice, do not fit well together and confusion results. The path towards enlightenment is from clarity. A good tradition helps this especially if they have been around a long time.

Laurie, is it not so that a "true witch" is not a "made" witch but, a natural witch? Would you not agree that one can not learn to be a witch but, instead embrace or resist one's natural inclinations? Thank you for sharing your experience and advise. Bright Blessings

hi.. im your fan from the philippines,im joy and i really love your videos, no one is intrested here about being a witch.. and i love being one of them.. since i was a kid i really love it.. how can i help myself? no one will teach me here..

To have perfect love is a wonderful thing and is hard to do in our world. To repent is in all of us and not solely to a religion. It is to have regret. To harm none is not always possible, to have the intention of harming none is an idea and a very good one.

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We do not deal in regret or repentance. We own our actions and understand the consequences, by living in the moment, by projecting for correctness, not with words but full intent, we move forward. Things which we have done incorrectly we do not moan about, we ensure it never happens again. To feel regret is to relive a mistake, I'd prefer to correct it if possible and if not, be grateful for the lesson so it happens no more.

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What you described is what repentance is so yes you do repent. To repent is to feel regret and to regret is to have an apology and accountability to a mistake that has been made. An honest mistake is a mistake without intent of harm whether harm be there or not a mistake is made, with that an acknowledgement of the mistake it is learned and repentance is there.

I am interested in magic and wondering more about becoming a witch or studding about witches

Well said LaurieCabotOfficial and I am who I am and very proud of it my church is not a building but the out doors with nature and mother earth and I love my path and I have tried the church thing but found that the path I am on is best for me. I don't judge anyone for there beliefs and we are not evil people so there is no need to repent or ask for forgiveness for what I believe in. Yes where is your love pizzylee1978 you need to re-research what we stand for and who we are.

@flickersweet I do not know about made or not made, I do know about educated or not. To be a Witch is to be educated and to be clergy is to help others. Education is nothing if the information is not internalized and understood, books are rarely the answer but they can provide clues. I shy away from belief as well as that seems too convenient sometimes to abandon thinking.

How do u choose your path or tradition. I'm having such a hard time. Nothin seems true to me and my heart

I do not have Anglo ancestry but I am interested in Wicca. I want to study with a group but so many call themselves "Wiccan" I don't know how to start. How do i find a credible and open-minded group?

what if i do not want to "join" any relegion? i am very interested,but i am against joining a relegion. when i go into wiccan where likeminded people go i most always pick up a bad vibe from at least one person......this has kept me from getting to know anyone at all because i am a very very cautious person...........btw thank you for video,you seem very beautiful.you captured my attention right away.

Blessed Be )O( Well said.

I want to choose to be a witch. need guidance on the path of becoming a witch

Wicca teaches peace. It dose not teach "be a pushover." It as ALWAYS okay to defend yourself. You are not trying to do harm, you are trying to prevent someone from harming you. I think that extends to the military as well. Most nations have military for national DEFENCE. Not to invade or conquer other nations. Combat isn't pleasant but someone has to do it. These are my views, and I hope they help but you must decide for yourself what is right. Blessed be! And thank you for your service.

Im a 13 years old girl and I have catholic parents and I'd like to know how to tell them that I practice the craft. Will some body help me please!

Hey Laurie so you have to be a spacific religion like a Christian or any religion like Islam and stuff like that?? And what source do we go to to respond for our magic please respond fast thanks

then it just seemed like I always need wicca to help me just in life if not i could not do anything. it was like trying to drive blindfolded. so i must admit i felt alone in the world. but wicca helped me so much. then i didnt think it was dumb and i realized since being in LA that there are so many movie stars, celebrities, writers, directors who rely on witchcraft. So i understand now that it is a religion and it is SO SERIOUS. I love it but nothing to play with if not serious walk away

@XPixiePrinceX This is not unlike the decision to go to college. Before picking a major one should look into all options. The strides made however come from delving deeply into a specific direction rather than knowing a little about a lot of things. Few PHD students would argue study has limited their options.Cabots learn the science, the art, the philosophy and the religion. It is a holistic system where all the parts function together. Bits of one thing or another would not function well

If you are a druid from the Celtic source, then what you practice is most probably Witchcraft already. Depending on the region your tradition originates from there might be some variations,but the base is the same.

@cgray6306 There are indeed many people who have a Magickal tradition and use Magick, but Witchcraft as we use the term, is not an umbrella word that covers all of those people, most of whom already have a name and would not want to be called Witches. American Indians and the Voudons for example, use Magick but are not Witches. Witchcraft as we teach it, evolved through the Celts and so the rites and traditions are clearly defined as is the science.

Well said!! :D