Nature, and time spent in nature, is the foundation of a solid magical practice.
Getting outside is perhaps the most under-used, underrated way to deal with just about anything life throws at you. Overworked? Go outside. Recovering from childbirth? Go outside. Grieving for a loved one? Go outside.
But as magical practitioners (and frankly, just modern people) knowing this and actually incorporating it into your magical practice when you’re surrounded by screens and climate control are two different things.
So today, we present you with a few creative ideas to inspire your time outside.
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Forage for magical herbs.
From mugwort to wild violets and even Queen Anne’s lace, nearly every wild-growing plant has a magical use.
Skip the herb shop this week and get outside to find your own abundant, free magical herbs right in your backyard.
Try earthing.
It’s now well-established that directly connecting with the Earth (as in skin to ground) is beneficial mentally and spiritually. It’s the perfect time of year to try something called earthing—-the practice of going outside barefoot for 15 minutes at least once a day.
Just try it. For one week. Every day. Even if it’s raining. (Especially if it’s raining). Trust us, you’ll notice a difference.
Gather wildflowers for magical bouquets.
Get outside with a pair of gardening shears and gather up some wildflowers to make magical bouquets.
Give them away at your next group ritual for a lovely touch of elegance.
Take your magical reading outside.
Got a new witchy read? Don’t just sit on the couch with it. Take it outside! Reading outdoors immersed in nature is just about the most relaxing way to spend an afternoon.
Apartment dweller?
If you live in the city and want a low-key way to do something fun and magical outside (without making a spectacle of yourself), try whipping up a cocktail potion and having it outside on your balcony. So. Nice.
Try cloud scrying.
You don’t need a fancy deck of tarot cards or an antique scrying mirror to work a little divination.
Nature has everything you need. Get in touch with your inner summer child by laying out a blanket on the grass and trying your hand at cloud scrying.
Experiment with moon gazing.
Moon gazing is the practice of staring at the moon for an extended period of time in order to strengthen your connection to its phases and seek insight in the cosmos.
On a nice night, sit outside quietly under the moon (any phase is fine, but a clear night is best). Take some time to think about how your life reflects the current moon phase and how you might best harness its energy to further your goals.
Sources & References
Claims Based on Documented Sources
- Nature as foundation of solid magical practice: Recognized in contemporary witchcraft and pagan spirituality
- Wild-growing plants having magical uses (mugwort, violets, Queen Anne’s lace): Documented in herbal magic and green witchcraft traditions
- Earthing (skin-to-ground contact) beneficial mentally and spiritually: Documented in contemporary wellness and grounding practice
- Wildflower gathering for magical bouquets: Recognized in pagan crafts and seasonal celebration traditions
- Cloud scrying as divination practice: Documented in scrying and natural divination traditions
- Moon gazing for connection and insight: Recognized in lunar magic and personal spiritual practice
Claims Based on Personal Practice & Experience
- Nature immersion as foundational to magical practice from 20+ years of pagan community observation (Lumina Indigo)
- Personal effectiveness of earthing practice (barefoot, 15+ minutes daily) for noticeable wellbeing changes from direct experience
- Observed benefits of reading magical texts outdoors for relaxation and spiritual connection from practical experience
- Practical application of cocktail potions as outdoor magical practice, especially for apartment dwellers from kitchen witch expertise (Lumina Indigo)
- Personal experience with moon gazing for deepening moon phase awareness and goal alignment
Recommended Reading
- Cunningham, Scott. Earth Power: Techniques of Natural Magic (2006)
- Grounding, earthing, green magic, herbal foraging, and nature-based magical practice
- Starhawk. The Spiral Dance: A Rebirth of the Ancient Religion of the Goddess (1999)
- Nature spirituality, outdoor ritual, earth-centered practice, and ecological awareness in contemporary paganism
About the Author
Lumina Indigo founded Moody Moons in 2012 and brings 20+ years of experience with the modern pagan community to her writing. She is a professional tarot reader and kitchen witch culinary wizard specializing in nature-based and green magic practices. This article was reviewed by Tina Caro.
Note
This article presents seven nature-based practices for deepening magical work based on documented green witchcraft traditions and personal experience. Methods combine foraging, grounding, divination, and outdoor contemplative practices. Results depend on practitioner consistency, personal connection to natural environments, and openness to the healing and magical properties of nature.
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