The Magick of Beginnings (and Pauses)

What if your magickal power was never something to find, but something to remember?In this episode, we explore how to POWER up your magickal self, not through striving or control, but through presence, self-trust, and ritual.We'll explore the five energies of the P.O.W.E.R. framework: Presence, Owning, Wellbeing, Embodiment, and Ritual to help you reconnect with your magick in the middle of your everyday life.You’ll learn how to turn ordinary moments into sacred acts, reclaim your energy from what drains you, and embody your truth with quiet confidence.This isn’t about doing more.It’s about being more you.More rooted. More intentional. More magickal.I also share details of The Magickal Self, a 30-day ritual of reclamation, power, and becoming, and a special invitation to join the Samhain 30-Day Journey, an exclusive seasonal cycle for those ready to release, renew, and rise with the turning of the Wheel.In This Episode:The deeper meaning of “power” in magickal practiceHow to integrate the five energies of P.O.W.E.R. into daily lifeSimple ways to make everyday actions sacredA short closing ritual to reclaim your energy and embody your magickResources Mentioned:The Magickal Self Journal — 30-day ritual of reclamation, power, and becoming-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --All of the Magick:The A Pinch of Magick App:IPhone - download on the App StoreAndroid - download pn the Google PlayOur (free) magickal Community: Facebook GroupMagickal JournalsExplore on Amazon Rebecca's Author PageWebsiteRebeccaAnuwen.comMagickalHabits.comInstagramFor Magick: Click hereFor a Sacred Pause in Nature: Click hereFor CharmCasting: Click hereFor Merlin, my Dog: Click here

After three months of silence, the longest break in this podcast’s history, I’m back. But this pause wasn’t empty. It was a season of composting, of finishing my MA, and of stepping into the threshold of my PhD.In this episode, I share: ✨ Why pauses are not failures, but fertile ground for renewal ✨ What completing my MA has taught me about cycles of ending and beginning ✨ How the threshold of my PhD is reshaping what’s ahead for A Pinch of Magick ✨ The symbolic power of autumn’s descent and why release is radical magick ✨ The importance of honouring your own transitionsThis episode is both a re-introduction and a reminder: magick isn’t linear. It’s cyclical. Just like the seasons, our lives are woven with growth, fallow times, endings, and new beginnings.Whether you’re moving through a big life change, resting in a pause, or just craving more connection to the cycles of magick in your own life, this is your invitation to see thresholds not as interruptions, but as powerful portals.-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --All of the Magick:The A Pinch of Magick App:IPhone - download on the App StoreAndroid - download pn the Google PlayOur (free) magickal Community: Facebook GroupMagickal JournalsExplore on Amazon Rebecca's Author PageWebsiteRebeccaAnuwen.comMagickalHabits.comInstagramFor Magick: Click hereFor a Sacred Pause in Nature: Click hereFor CharmCasting: Click hereFor Merlin, my Dog: Click here

You’re not broken. You’re just blooming on your own timeline.In this episode of The Manifestation Series, we explore what it means to honour your magick when life doesn’t match the script. Maybe it’s spring outside, but you’re deep in grief. Or the world is slowing down for winter while your inner flame is rising.We’ve been told manifestation works best in perfect alignment, but what if misalignment is part of the magick?In this episode, we explore:When the Season Doesn’t Match Your LifeHow to recognise and honour energetic dissonance.Learn why your body’s rhythm might not match the Wheel of the Year, and why that doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong.The Magick of Letting Go – Detachment Without Giving UpNot everything blooms on demand.Learn the sacred difference between surrendering and giving up, and why your most powerful manifestations often arrive after you release control.Moon Phases & Manifestation – When to Wish, Work, and WaitThe Moon is your emotional compass.Discover how to work with each phase to nourish your desires gently, even when your inner world and the outer world aren’t in sync.BONUS:The “Out of Sync Diagnosis”: Which energetic weather system are you in?A self-check tool for realignment with compassion and power.Why This Episode is Magick:When you feel disconnected from the seasons, the sabbats, or even your own practice, this episode offers a way home. Not through force, but through feeling. Through rhythm. Through deep, soul-led trust.This is manifestation that doesn’t shame your shadow.It honours it as sacred.Perfect for You If:You feel “off” in your practice and don’t know whyYou’ve tried manifesting, but the results feel delayed or fuzzyYou’re tired of pretending everything’s fine when you’re really processing grief, transition, or confusionYou’re in an inner winter while the world expects summer energyYou want to trust your timing, not hustle toward someone else’sComing Next…Episode 8: Weather Magick & Somatic ManifestationHow do you manifest when your internal weather is chaotic? Storms, frost, stillness, or fire, every emotional forecast holds its own sacred power.🎧 Subscribe now so you don’t miss the next shift in the spiral.-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --All of the Magick:The A Pinch of Magick App:IPhone - download on the App StoreAndroid - download pn the Google PlayOur (free) magickal Community: Facebook GroupMagickal JournalsExplore on Amazon Rebecca's Author PageWebsiteRebeccaAnuwen.comMagickalHabits.comInstagramFor Magick: Click hereFor a Sacred Pause in Nature: Click hereFor CharmCasting: Click hereFor Merlin, my Dog: Click here

You don’t always have to be manifesting, you’re allowed to live the cycle.In this episode of The Manifestation Series, we step away from the productivity trap and return to nature’s sacred timing. Discover how to align your manifestation practice with the rhythm of the seasons, the lunar phases, and your inner energetic cycles, so your desires grow not through pressure, but through presence.In this episode, we explore:The Solar Path – Manifesting with the Wheel of the YearLearn how each of the 8 sabbats carries a unique energetic signature and how to plant, nourish, and harvest your intentions in sync with the land’s rhythm.Cyclical Manifestation & Inner SeasonsLearn how your inner rhythm mirrors the Earth’s, and how to stop forcing yourself to bloom when you’re in a winter phase.Lunar Living for Long-Term ManifestationMove beyond basic moon rituals.This is about living the lunar path, each month a new container, each phase a checkpoint. Anchor your intentions with the waxing, blooming, waning, and resting phases of the Moon.Chronos vs Kairos TimeReframe time itself: Linear productivity (Chronos) vs Sacred timing (Kairos). Discover how manifestation thrives when you embrace divine timing over deadlines.If you’ve ever burned out trying to “stay high vibe” or blamed yourself when a manifestation didn’t land, this episode offers a new reframe: You’re not behind, you’re simply in a season.This is the magick of manifestation rooted in Earth, Moon, and body. It’s not about control, it’s about co-creation.This Episode is Perfect for You If:You feel called to deepen your seasonal or lunar practicesYou’re tired of hustling to manifest and want a more intuitive approachYou’re craving structure with soulYou want to honour your personal cyclesYou’re seeking energetic alignmentIn Our Next episode…Feeling out of sync with the world? You're not alone.Episode 7: “When You’re Out of Sync” explores how to stay magickal when your internal season doesn’t match the external world. Whether you’re grieving in spring or blooming in winter, we’ll talk about honouring your truth, moving through energetic dissonance, and detaching without giving up.Subscribe now so you don’t miss it.-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --All of the Magick:The A Pinch of Magick App:IPhone - download on the App StoreAndroid - download pn the Google PlayOur (free) magickal Community: Facebook GroupMagickal JournalsExplore on Amazon Rebecca's Author PageWebsiteRebeccaAnuwen.comMagickalHabits.comInstagramFor Magick: Click hereFor a Sacred Pause in Nature: Click hereFor CharmCasting: Click hereFor Merlin, my Dog: Click here

Ever felt like you’re going in circles with your manifestations?That you're doing everything right, the spells, the vision board, the mindset shifts, but nothing’s landing?This episode is your deep exhale.In Episode 5 of our manifestation series, we reframe so-called "delay" and "failure" as sacred signs that you’re on the true path of soul-aligned manifestation.Not a straight line. A spiral.In this episode, we explore:Why manifestation unfolds in cycles, not checklistsHow to tell if you’re manifesting someone else’s dreamWhy wanting more isn’t selfish, it’s sacredNature’s seasons as manifestation guidesAnd how to reclaim your true desires without guilt, shame, or needing permissionYou’ll leave this episode with a new lens for understanding your progress, not as failure or stagnation, but as ritual evolution.Reflection:Reflect on where you are in your current cycle. What are you returning to, and what’s deepening?This Episode is Perfect for You If:You’re feeling stuck, lost, or tired of pushingYou’ve been manifesting something for ages, and it still hasn’t shown upYou’re questioning whether your dream is really yoursYou’re craving a softer, wiser rhythm for your spiritual pathListen now and let the spiral set you free.And don’t forget to subscribe, because in Episode 6: Manifestation in Rhythm, we’ll explore the Wheel of the Year, lunar magick, and how to align your manifestations with nature’s cycles for long-term, soulful transformation.-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --All of the Magick:The A Pinch of Magick App:IPhone - download on the App StoreAndroid - download pn the Google PlayOur (free) magickal Community: Facebook GroupMagickal JournalsExplore on Amazon Rebecca's Author PageWebsiteRebeccaAnuwen.comMagickalHabits.comInstagramFor Magick: Click hereFor a Sacred Pause in Nature: Click hereFor CharmCasting: Click hereFor Merlin, my Dog: Click here

Magick vs ManifestationDo You Need Both to Shape Your Reality?Modern vision boards meet ancient ritual in this powerful exploration of what actually creates change. Is manifestation enough on its own? Or does real transformation require ritual, symbolism, and magickal depth?In this episode, we unpack the real difference between manifestation and magick and how to use them together for profound, soul-aligned results.In this episode, you’ll discover:The core differences between manifestation and magick: energetically, spiritually, and practicallyWhy manifestation is a path, not a quick fix, and how to embrace its spiral unfoldingWhat to do when manifestation seems stuck: 5 powerful magickal practices to unblock your energyWhether you’re manifesting, practising magick, or unknowingly doing bothHow to blend mindset and ritual, psychology and spirit, energy and embodimentReflection:Are you manifesting, doing magick, or weaving both? Use our reflective prompts to decode your current practice.What’s Next?In Episode 5: The Spiral Path, we’ll explore why feeling stuck is often a sacred part of the process. You’ll learn how to:Recognise when you’re manifesting someone else’s dreamReclaim your own authentic desiresOwn your right to want more, even when you’re grateful for what you have-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --All of the Magick:The A Pinch of Magick App:IPhone - download on the App StoreAndroid - download pn the Google PlayOur (free) magickal Community: Facebook GroupMagickal JournalsExplore on Amazon Rebecca's Author PageWebsiteRebeccaAnuwen.comMagickalHabits.comInstagramFor Magick: Click hereFor a Sacred Pause in Nature: Click hereFor CharmCasting: Click hereFor Merlin, my Dog: Click here

How Intention, Energy, Action and Alignment Bring Spells to LifeWhat really makes a manifestation spell work?In this episode, we peel back the magickal layers and reveal the energetic anatomy that powers every successful spell, from your nervous system to your altar, your thoughts to your rituals. Whether you’re a seasoned witch or new to energy work, this episode helps you map the mechanics behind the magick.Forget waiting for the universe to deliver. This is about becoming the co-creator of your reality.In this episode, you’ll learn:The four foundational forces that create real magick: Intention, Energy, Action, and AlignmentWhy missing just one of these can unravel your spellworkThe physics of magick: how vibration, frequency, and resonance affect your realityWhy manifestation is a relational act, not a demand, but a danceA living example of how to apply all four layers in a single spellBonus: Spell DiagnosisWondering why your manifestation hasn’t landed yet?We also explore common blocks, like resistance, overthinking, and energetic tangles, and offer magickal ways to clear your field so your desire can flow in freely.🎧 Coming Next…Magick vs ManifestationModern vision boards meet ancient ritual. What’s the difference—and do you need both?We’ll explore:The roots and rituals of each approachWhy manifestation is a path, not a hackHow to know what you’re actually doing (and how to powerfully combine them)🔥 Ritual for the WeekChoose one of the four forces, intention, energy, action, or alignment, and track how it shows up in your current manifestation. Strengthen the one that’s weakest. Watch what shifts.-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --All of the Magick:The A Pinch of Magick App:IPhone - download on the App StoreAndroid - download pn the Google PlayOur (free) magickal Community: Facebook GroupMagickal JournalsExplore on Amazon Rebecca's Author PageWebsiteRebeccaAnuwen.comMagickalHabits.comInstagramFor Magick: Click hereFor a Sacred Pause in Nature: Click hereFor CharmCasting: Click hereFor Merlin, my Dog: Click here

What if the real reason your manifestation isn’t landing… is because your body doesn’t feel safe enough to receive it?In this episode, we reframe manifestation not as something you think, but something you embody. Your nervous system, your breath, your posture, your pleasure, they are the spell.Because you don’t manifest with thoughts alone.You manifest with your whole being.In this episode, we explore:Why your nervous system might be saying no to the very thing you desireHow trauma, dysregulation, and somatic memory can block spellworkThe role of symbolism, ritual, and emotion in communicating with your unconsciousA practical embodiment practice to track your body's yes and begin rewiring your energetic fieldThe difference between ritual as performance… and ritual as deep inner reprogrammingRitual of the Week: Embodied Desire-Tracking PracticeThis week’s invitation is a short but powerful practice that helps you:Speak your desire aloudTune into your body’s somatic responseIdentify subconscious resistance or readinessAnchor a felt sense of “yes” into your systemNo pushing. No bypassing. Just slow, sacred embodiment.Coming Up Next…Episode 3: The Four Forces of Real Magick We’ll break down the energetic anatomy of a working spell:Intention. Energy. Action. Alignment.Why some spells “fail”, and how to know which element is out of syncHow manifestation is really a relationship with the seen and the unseenPlus: a “Spell Diagnosis” segment to help you fine-tune your practice.Want to Go Deeper?The Somatic Manifestation Series is coming soon inside the A Pinch of Magick app (see download links below).You’ll get full-body spellwork, nervous system rituals, and soul-aligned practices to root your desires deep into lived reality. Keep an eye out in the app to be first to access.Reflect, Share, Embody💭 What does your body know that your mind forgot? 🧘‍♀️ What would it feel like to let your nervous system lead your next manifestation?Tag @RebeccaAnuwen and share your ritual or reflection. We’d love to hear what your body is saying yes to.You're not just casting spells.You're becoming the magick.-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --All of the Magick:The A Pinch of Magick App:IPhone - download on the App StoreAndroid - download pn the Google PlayOur (free) magickal Community: Facebook GroupMagickal JournalsExplore on Amazon Rebecca's Author PageWebsiteRebeccaAnuwen.comMagickalHabits.comInstagramFor Magick: Click hereFor a Sacred Pause in Nature: Click hereFor CharmCasting: Click hereFor Merlin, my Dog: Click here

Welcome to the very first episode of Manifestation Reimagined—where we throw out the rulebook, ditch the vision board pressure, and come home to the truth: you already know how to manifest.Before manifestation was a buzzword, before you were told to think positive or “raise your vibe”… you knew.You knew how to dream with your body. You knew how to cast spells with your voice.You knew how to create just by wanting.This episode is your permission slip to remember what was never really lost.In this episode, we explore:Why manifestation isn’t something you learn—it’s something you rememberThe difference between ego-driven wants and soul-aligned desiresHow desire itself is a spell already in motionWhat ancient and folk practices can teach us about everyday magickA powerful Desire Flame Ritual to help you reconnect with your creative currentRitual of the WeekAt the end of this episode, I guide you through a simple but powerful practice:The Desire Flame Ritual — a way to honour your desires as sacred, not selfish.Bring a candle, a journal, and your curiosity. This isn’t just self-help—it’s soul retrieval.Coming Up Next…If you’ve ever felt like your mind is onboard with a goal but your body says nope, Episode 2 is for you. The Body is the Spell drops next, and it’s a deep dive into somatic manifestation: how your nervous system, emotions, and rituals shape what you actually call in.Ready to Go Deeper?Inside the A Pinch of Magick app, you’ll find exclusive content, journal prompts, and an upcoming Somatic Manifestation Mini-Series to help you embody your intentions, not just think about them.Connect, Reflect & Remember:If this episode sparked something inside you, share it with someone who’s ready to remember too. Tag me on social @rebeccaanuwen and let me know: 💭 What are you remembering about your power today?You were born with this. Now it’s time to live like it.🎧 Hit play, light your candle, and let the remembering begin.-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --All of the Magick:The A Pinch of Magick App:IPhone - download on the App StoreAndroid - download pn the Google PlayOur (free) magickal Community: Facebook GroupMagickal JournalsExplore on Amazon Rebecca's Author PageWebsiteRebeccaAnuwen.comMagickalHabits.comInstagramFor Magick: Click hereFor a Sacred Pause in Nature: Click hereFor CharmCasting: Click hereFor Merlin, my Dog: Click here

In today’s episode of A Pinch of Magick, I sit down with Geoffrey Van Wyke—astrologer, yoga teacher, actor, and fellow MA student in Magic and Occult Science.We dive deep into his journey from theatre to astrology, his time working as a ghost tour guide in Salem, and how his spiritual awakening led him from atheism to a life of magick, movement, and planetary wisdom.Geoffrey shares how a joke from a friend about the University of Exeter’s MA in Magic & Occult Science completely changed the course of his life—taking him across the Atlantic to study magick, astrology, and esoteric philosophy!What You’ll Hear in This EpisodeFrom Acting to Astrology – How Geoffrey’s background in theatre and performance shaped his approach to astrology and storytelling.His Spiritual Awakening – The yoga training in Bali that transformed him from a proud atheist to an astrologer practically overnight!Salem, Witchcraft, and Ghost Tours – Behind the scenes of working in Salem’s haunted history industry and how commercialism has shaped modern perceptions of witchcraft.Astrology as a Tool for Understanding People – Why Geoffrey first turned to astrology to study character, personality, and relationships.The Magic of Storytelling – From King Arthur legends to astrology and esotericism, how myth and magick shape our cultural identity.Fate vs. Free Will in Astrology – Can astrology predict the future? Geoffrey shares his thoughts on how it works and what it can actually tell us.Using Astrology for World Events – How studying astrological transits led Geoffrey to anticipate the global upheaval of 2020 before it happened.How to Approach Astrology Without Getting Overwhelmed – His advice for beginners on learning astrology step by step.Key TakeawaysAstrology isn’t just about prediction—it’s about understanding the significance of a moment.A spiritual awakening can come when you least expect it—and completely shift your life trajectory.Salem is a complex mix of history, tourism, and modern witchcraft culture—not just a Halloween destination.Magick and storytelling go hand in hand—understanding myth helps us understand ourselves.Whether you believe in fate or free will, astrology gives us a language to make sense of the world.Mentioned in This EpisodeGeoffrey’s Acting Career – Including his role in the film GutterBug, a hard-hitting drama on homelessness and addiction.His Work in Salem – Leading ghost tours and experiencing Salem’s unique blend of history and modern occult culture.Esoteric Philosophers – The texts that changed his view on magick and spirituality during his MA studies.2020 Predictions – How astrology helped Geoffrey sense major upheavals before they happened.King Arthur, Myth, and British Folklore – How moving to the UK deepened his connection to historical magickal traditions.Hotpod Yoga – The immersive heated yoga experience where Geoffrey now teaches.About Geoffrey Van WykeGeoffrey Van Wyke is an astrologer, yoga teacher, actor, and storyteller who blends his passions for performance, esotericism, and movement. His work explores the intersection of myth, magick, and self-discovery.Find Geoffrey Online:Instagram: @JeffVanWykeActing Work: Watch him in Gutterbug, @GutterbugAstrology & Yoga: DM him on Instagram for readings and classes.Subscribe & Share💫 Loved this episode? Share it with a friend who loves astrology, theatre, and magickal exploration!Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to A Pinch of Magick to help us bring more magick into the world.-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --All of the Magick:The A Pinch of Magick App:IPhone - download on the App StoreAndroid - download pn the Google PlayOur (free) magickal Community: Facebook GroupMagickal JournalsExplore on Amazon Rebecca's Author PageWebsiteRebeccaAnuwen.comMagickalHabits.comInstagramFor Magick: Click hereFor a Sacred Pause in Nature: Click hereFor CharmCasting: Click hereFor Merlin, my Dog: Click here